Col d'Orcia

Ruby red, fresh nose of red fruits and spices. Pleasant taste: fruity, balanced in tannin and acidity, very spirited and crisp. SUPERIORE.DE

Col d'Orcia's Rosso di Montalcino is a fabulous wine every year. Classic aromas of wild berries, camphor and ploughed earth, plus hints of blue flowers. Full-bodied and tasty on the palate with flavours of Marasca cherry, plum and liquorice and tight, fine-grained tannins flanking the finish. SUPERIORE.DE

"Intense ruby red. In the nose black bread, violets, some blueberry and white pepper. Opens fruit-driven on the palate on dark berries, delicate creaminess, wrapped in medium-bodied, tightly meshed tannin, nice length, still delicately bitter on the finish." Falstaff

Here comes one of the most unknown charmers from the noble region around Montalcino. In the exciting nose barbecue smoke, onion and paprika. Very juicy and well structured on the palate, the dark fruit flanked by rosemary and forest floor. Very accessible yet distinct in character and personality. Long and exciting. SUPERIORE.DE

Sweet roses, red berries, flowers, mint and orange peel - all of these can be found in this very well-balanced Brunello. It has a well-proportioned fruit core, pretty tannins and a fabulous overall balance. SUPERIORE.DE

"Intriguing nose of black cherries and leather; consistent in the mouth, the tannins fine-grained, the final compact with fine fruit nuances." Vinum

"Bright, radiant ruby red. Precise nose of ripe raspberries, underlaid with discreet sweet spices, elderberry, mint. On the palate with great juiciness and tight tannin, polished, radiant in fruit, also hearty in pressure, fiery finish." Falstaff

"Concentrated medium ruby. Slumbering nose that gains depth with aeration. Supple, juicy fruit with plenty of gritty tannins. Lots of juice and perfumed fruit on the finish, but still embryonic and a little tannic, but really well balanced and complex, textural and tactile on the finish." Jancis Robinson

"Roasted herbs, wild cherries, thyme and dried mushrooms on the nose. Medium to full body with silky but firm tannins supporting supple and fresh layers. Excellent length with a deliciously spicy character." James Suckling

"Masses of crushed cherries and cloves give way to nuances of spiced citrus peel and cedar as the 2018 Brunello di Montalcino comes to life in the glass. The palate is round and supple, with a balanced inner sweetness that contrasts with the mineral acids and tart wild berries. The grippy tannins rise towards the end but can't slow the 2018's momentum, while notes of salted liquorice linger under a hint of dried roses. This is a deep and characterful rendition of Col d'Orcia Brunello, but patience is needed to discover all its charms." Vinous

"Beautifully weighted, it is full yet agile with enough stuffing to carry it over the next decade. Above all, it underlines the freshness of the vintage: the scents unfold slowly but are very floral, with cherry and thyme flowers lifted by traces of pepper. On the palate, crisp red plums and juicy cherries dominate, with the youthful, grippy tannins needing some time to give way." Decanter

"The 2018 Brunello di Montalcino is a certified organic wine with dark fruit, bold cherry, earthy notes and hints of black olive or scorched earth. The wine is generous and round in terms of mouthfeel with a streamlined mid palate and plenty of Sangiovese acidity to keep things lively and fresh. The tannins are well integrated and silky." Wine Advocate

"This promising Brunello is characterised by beautiful aromas and flavours of cherries, strawberries, currants and flowers. At the beginning it is elegant and supple, then the dense tannin structure emerges, giving a different character to the long finish. It reveals notes of wild herbs and minerals that give it depth." Wine Spectator

"This Brunello of impeccable balance is another essential characteristic of the Montalcino region. On the nose, aromas of red cherries, nutmeg and eucalyptus. Spicy tannins on the palate, taut and crisp, juicy and long lasting." Luca Gardini

Beautifully matured Cabernet Sauvignon, underlining its rich, fleshy fruit with graphite and liquorice aromas. Its wide, full and balanced flavour, polished tannins and fruity, elegant style increase into the long balsamic finish. SUPERIORE.DE

"Blackcurrant and forest nuances with a lovely interplay of sweet fruit. Powdery tannins, medium finish, overall a well done wine." Decanter

"Dark shining ruby red with brightening rim. In the nose of rich pepper, cassis, cranberry, also leather and undergrowth. Hearty and impetuous on the palate, spans the tongue very powerfully, gripping, with rich pressure, balsamic touch and minimal dryness on the finish." Falstaff

"Olmaia has developed into a brand of its own. The wine highlights the potential of Cabernet Sauvignon in this part of Tuscany, an area where Sangiovese is almost exclusively grown. The 2016 Sant'Antimo Cabernet Olmaia reminds us of the importance of diversity in a monoculture, which allows us to better understand the potential of a growing area. This wine has a dark colour and a dense concentration of colour. It is certainly broad and full-bodied, but it passes over the senses with nuanced grace. Black and purple fruits transition into earthy tobacco, cured leather and dark spices. These flavours are particularly finely balanced in this classic vintage." Wine Advocate

Nastagio (also called Nastasio) is the name of an ancient farmhouse of the Fattoria di Sant'Angelo, which was already recorded in the maps of Grand Duke Leopold. Brunello Nastagio is released six years after the harvest, as if it were a Riserva, and is the result of Col d'Orcia's many years of experience in developing and cultivating the Sangiovese vineyard. It is also the result of the many research chapters that Col d'Orcia has been carrying out with the University of Florence for more than twenty years. The ageing in tonneaux (500 Liters) oak barrels and then in the traditional large "botti" represent an ideal combination between tradition and modernity, while maintaining the essential aspect of longevity.

Like a Riserva, Nastagio is always released one year later. The terrific 2016 edition glows ruby in the glass and offers a rich bouquet of crushed black cherries with hints of brown spices and sage, enhanced by notes of white smoke, cedar and dried roses that give it finesse. It seems a little restrained at first, then seductively smooth as the sweet red fruits are quickly contrasted by lively acids and savoury spices, and the fine tannins slowly build towards the finish. The finish is long, structured yet balanced, evoking tart wild berries with hints of red liquorice and pretty flowers. It is already a lovely young wine, but it has over a decade of cellaring left and deserves its Riserva status. Perhaps it is the best Nastagio ever made. SUPERIORE.DE

"Bright, elegant ruby red. Expressive and clearly marked nose of ripe wild strawberries, blood oranges, rose hips and raspberry syrup, delicate floral notes round off the bouquet. Polished and finesse-rich on the palate, opens delicately creamy, then with great tension and fine salt, beautiful length." Falstaff

"Lustrous mid to deep ruby. Alluring, expressive sweet cherry fruit nose. Elegant, supple, mouth-filling fruit on the palate. Perfumed and very long but remains poised. Very polished, juicy and elegant and with fine, clinging tannins turning up on the finish. Great purity." Jancis Robinson

"Underbrush, toasted nut, grilled herb and eucalyptus aromas waft out of the glass. On the full-bodied palate, tightly knit, close-grained tannins support dried cherry, licorice, tobacco and mocha notes. Give it several more years to fully develop." Wine Enthusiast

"Rich aromas of ripe plums, crushed stones and rose petal follow through to a medium to full body, with medium chewy tannins and a polished and rather creamy texture at the finish. Give this three or four years to soften but already very attractive. Try after 2024." James Suckling

"The 2016 Brunello di Montalcino Nastagio is youthfully coy, requiring time to release its dark fruits and savory exotic spices. This is velvety in feel yet not weighty at all, with ripe black fruits contrasting nervous acidity as autumnal spices come forward toward the close. Hints of vanilla, tobacco and sweet herbs linger through the long, structured finale. The 2016 finds a wonderful balance of fruit, structure and acidity, and it should be glorious in another five to ten years’ time." Vinous

"Always released one year later as if it were a Riserva (although it is not labeled as such), the Col d'Orcia 2016 Brunello di Montalcino Vigna Nastagio offers an increased level of clarity and purity that comes directly from the high quality of organically farmed fruit collected in this classic vintage. This growing site is characterized by rocky, limestone-rich soils. This is a broad and large expression of Sangiovese that wraps evenly over the palate, offering good textural weight and freshness along the way." Wine Advocate

"This red finds a nice equilibrium between ripe cherry and strawberry fruit and balsamic notes of sage, thyme and juniper. Features iron, leather and tobacco accents, which chime in as this plays out on the densely structured finish. Fine balance and length." Wine Spectator

Sweet roses, red berries, flowers, mint and orange peel - all of these can be found in this very well-balanced Brunello. It has a well-proportioned fruit core, pretty tannins and a fabulous overall balance. SUPERIORE.DE

"Intriguing nose of black cherries and leather; consistent in the mouth, the tannins fine-grained, the final compact with fine fruit nuances." Vinum

"Bright, radiant ruby red. Precise nose of ripe raspberries, underlaid with discreet sweet spices, elderberry, mint. On the palate with great juiciness and tight tannin, polished, radiant in fruit, also hearty in pressure, fiery finish." Falstaff

"Concentrated medium ruby. Slumbering nose that gains depth with aeration. Supple, juicy fruit with plenty of gritty tannins. Lots of juice and perfumed fruit on the finish, but still embryonic and a little tannic, but really well balanced and complex, textural and tactile on the finish." Jancis Robinson

"Roasted herbs, wild cherries, thyme and dried mushrooms on the nose. Medium to full body with silky but firm tannins supporting supple and fresh layers. Excellent length with a deliciously spicy character." James Suckling

"Masses of crushed cherries and cloves give way to nuances of spiced citrus peel and cedar as the 2018 Brunello di Montalcino comes to life in the glass. The palate is round and supple, with a balanced inner sweetness that contrasts with the mineral acids and tart wild berries. The grippy tannins rise towards the end but can't slow the 2018's momentum, while notes of salted liquorice linger under a hint of dried roses. This is a deep and characterful rendition of Col d'Orcia Brunello, but patience is needed to discover all its charms." Vinous

"Beautifully weighted, it is full yet agile with enough stuffing to carry it over the next decade. Above all, it underlines the freshness of the vintage: the scents unfold slowly but are very floral, with cherry and thyme flowers lifted by traces of pepper. On the palate, crisp red plums and juicy cherries dominate, with the youthful, grippy tannins needing some time to give way." Decanter

"The 2018 Brunello di Montalcino is a certified organic wine with dark fruit, bold cherry, earthy notes and hints of black olive or scorched earth. The wine is generous and round in terms of mouthfeel with a streamlined mid palate and plenty of Sangiovese acidity to keep things lively and fresh. The tannins are well integrated and silky." Wine Advocate

"This promising Brunello is characterised by beautiful aromas and flavours of cherries, strawberries, currants and flowers. At the beginning it is elegant and supple, then the dense tannin structure emerges, giving a different character to the long finish. It reveals notes of wild herbs and minerals that give it depth." Wine Spectator

"This Brunello of impeccable balance is another essential characteristic of the Montalcino region. On the nose, aromas of red cherries, nutmeg and eucalyptus. Spicy tannins on the palate, taut and crisp, juicy and long lasting." Luca Gardini

Fabulously beautifully matured Cabernet Sauvignon, underlining its rich, fleshy fruit with graphite and liquorice aromas. Its wide, full and balanced flavour, polished tannins and fruity, elegant style increase into the long finish. SUPERIORE.DE

"Concentrated ruby red. Powerful notes of pepper, ripe red fruits and berries, accompanied by tertiary hints of sweet spices, damp earth, mushrooms and leather. Full-bodied, intense and well-structured flavour, with a distinct tannic and balsamic accent on the finish." Falstaff

"Lots of ripe fruit with currants, black chocolate and plums on the nose and palate. Full body, ripe tannins and a flavorful finish. It’s tannic, polished and tight. From organically grown grapes. Try after 2022." James Suckling

"The Col d'Orcia 2015 Sant'Antimo Cabernet Olmaia is a beautiful wine and one that has enthusiastically embraced the deep warmth and golden sunlight of the vintage. You taste those hot-vintage characteristics in the fullness, richness and softness of the fruit on display here. This is no doubt the best vintage I have thus far tasted of Olmaia, and the wine has evidently found new confidence in this 2015 expression. Black fruit aromas cede to richer tones of spice and dark chocolate with very subtle hints of candied cherry or baked blackberry." Wine Advocate

"Blackberries, currants, sage and mint waft up from the young yet totally seductive 2015 Cabernet Sauvignon Olmaia. It’s elegant and polished in feel, with a burst of ripe dark fruits which are quickly firmed up by fine yet saturating tannins. The opulence found within is seductive, and all is kept in check by its heroic structure, coming across as youthfully cheek-puckering with hints of licorice and minerals. I wish I had hours to stay with this glass, because there’s still so much going on beneath the surface. The 2015 is simply stunning, with over a decade of positive maturation in store for patient collectors." Vinous

"The purity of the cherry and berry fruit in this red is impressive, as are the dense, dusty tannins providing backbone. This is fresh too, with supporting flavors of flowers, leather, iron and tree bark, showing excellent length." Wine Advocate

Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Poggio al Vento from the dream 2015 vintage is dark, rich and seductive. It smells of ginger and hints of leather and tobacco before opening up further to reveal black cherry fruit and wild berries. Although cool and supple, it has a velvety texture that strikes a wonderful balance between the tart blackberries and exotic spices within. Its complexity is remarkable: sometimes sweet, sometimes sour, framed by youthful grippy tannins and hints of cranberries, spices and subtle saltiness. SUPERIORE.DE

"Sparkling, powerful garnet red. Finely marked, fragrant nose with notes of cranberries, ripe dark cherries, some prunes and plenty of tobacco. Polished tannin on the palate, showing ripe fruit notes, with grippy tannin in many layers on the final." Falstaff

"Lustrous ruby with orange tinges. At first a tiny bit sweaty, then opening up to rich, focused cherry fruit. A palate of lush cherry fruit and sensationally balanced. The juicy fruit, lined with gravelly tannins, goes on and on." Jancis Robinson

"Lots of plum, toffee, floral and cherry aromas that follow through to a full body with ripe, round tannins that follow through to a long, gorgeous finish." James Suckling

"A powerful version, this red delivers concentrated plum, black cherry, iron and earth flavors allied to a base of muscular tannins. The balance tips to the astringent side, but it's not overbearing, with ripe fruit returning on the finish. Needs time and food." Wine Spectator

"Made with certified organic fruit, the Col d'Orcia 2015 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Poggio al Vento is open-knit and big both in intensity and mouthfeel. This full-bodied Riserva graces us with budding tertiary notes of tobacco and cured leather, but the ripe and fundamentally very rich fruit of this vintage remains firm at its core. You also get cola, licorice and grilled rosemary. This vineyard site sees ancient soils with an important component of well-draining sand, and this helps to concentrate flavors." Wine Advocate

"The darkly alluring 2015 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Poggio al Vento requires coaxing to unlock its aromatics from their youthful state. However, patience is rewarded, as crushed stones and ashen earth give way to red and black wild berries offset by hints of camphor and, finally, a note of sweet tobacco. Its textures are like pure silk draped across the palate, as a saturation of salty minerals settle in. Vivid notes of tart black cherry and an air of inner rose resonate throughout as fine tannins slowly clench the senses. The result is one of hulking structure yet also a potent staining of primary concentration; yet through it all, bright acids maintain supreme balance. Wow, the 2015 Poggio al Vento is a masterpiece in the making." Vinous

Delicate garnet reflections enliven the classic ruby. On the nose, aromas of ripe cherries combine with notes reminiscent of tobacco and medicinal herbs to create a complex harmony. The taste, infused with impeccable fine tannin, gains an almost sensational fullness as it progresses and is supported by a good acid component. A Riserva like something out of a picture book. SUPERIORE.DE

"Sparkling, intense garnet red. Very inviting and intense nose of cranberries and pomegranate, some saffron, juicy, fresh cherry. Pithy, very well placed tannin on the palate, fine sweet melting, lingers long, very juicy, has potential for many years." Falstaff

"This shows ripeness and richness of fruit. It’s full-bodied with juicy fruit and a savory finish. Verges on jammy, yet there’s tension and freshness with orange-peel and floral undertones." James Suckling

"Broad shouldered and firmly structured with expressive aromas and flavors of red cherry, flint, blackberry reduction and underbrush. Finishes very long and saline; strikes me as one of the more refined, lightweight versions of Poggio al Vento in years. Lovely wine, and commendably, very much in style of the vintage. I expect this to improve considerably in the years to come: well done." Vinous

"Aromas of underbrush, wild berry, leather, camphor and Mediterranean herb waft out of the glass. The full-bodied palate is still young and primary but shows great aging potential, delivering juicy red cherry, pomegranate, licorice and tobacco set against firm tannins while bright acidity keeps it balanced." Wine Enthusiast

"The 2013 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Poggio al Vento sets this venerable Riserva program squarely back on track thanks to its balanced intensity and classic lines. Like in the other Sangiovese-based wines from this historic Montalcino estate, this wine is distinguished by those estate-specific savory and sanguine notes that recall rusty nail or iron, all followed by balsam herb, powdered licorice and even a touch of eucalyptus oil. The wine's texture is medium in weight and ultimately this expression is more buoyant in mouthfeel than you might initially expect of a wine that has aged for this long." Wine Advocate

Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Poggio al Vento from the dream 2015 vintage is dark, rich and seductive. It smells of ginger and hints of leather and tobacco before opening up further to reveal black cherry fruit and wild berries. Although cool and supple, it has a velvety texture that strikes a wonderful balance between the tart blackberries and exotic spices within. Its complexity is remarkable: sometimes sweet, sometimes sour, framed by youthful grippy tannins and hints of cranberries, spices and subtle saltiness. SUPERIORE.DE

"Sparkling, powerful garnet red. Finely marked, fragrant nose with notes of cranberries, ripe dark cherries, some prunes and plenty of tobacco. Polished tannin on the palate, showing ripe fruit notes, with grippy tannin in many layers on the final." Falstaff

"Lustrous ruby with orange tinges. At first a tiny bit sweaty, then opening up to rich, focused cherry fruit. A palate of lush cherry fruit and sensationally balanced. The juicy fruit, lined with gravelly tannins, goes on and on." Jancis Robinson

"Lots of plum, toffee, floral and cherry aromas that follow through to a full body with ripe, round tannins that follow through to a long, gorgeous finish." James Suckling

"A powerful version, this red delivers concentrated plum, black cherry, iron and earth flavors allied to a base of muscular tannins. The balance tips to the astringent side, but it's not overbearing, with ripe fruit returning on the finish. Needs time and food." Wine Spectator

"Made with certified organic fruit, the Col d'Orcia 2015 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Poggio al Vento is open-knit and big both in intensity and mouthfeel. This full-bodied Riserva graces us with budding tertiary notes of tobacco and cured leather, but the ripe and fundamentally very rich fruit of this vintage remains firm at its core. You also get cola, licorice and grilled rosemary. This vineyard site sees ancient soils with an important component of well-draining sand, and this helps to concentrate flavors." Wine Advocate

"The darkly alluring 2015 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Poggio al Vento requires coaxing to unlock its aromatics from their youthful state. However, patience is rewarded, as crushed stones and ashen earth give way to red and black wild berries offset by hints of camphor and, finally, a note of sweet tobacco. Its textures are like pure silk draped across the palate, as a saturation of salty minerals settle in. Vivid notes of tart black cherry and an air of inner rose resonate throughout as fine tannins slowly clench the senses. The result is one of hulking structure yet also a potent staining of primary concentration; yet through it all, bright acids maintain supreme balance. Wow, the 2015 Poggio al Vento is a masterpiece in the making." Vinous

Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Poggio al Vento from the dream 2015 vintage is dark, rich and seductive. It smells of ginger and hints of leather and tobacco before opening up further to reveal black cherry fruit and wild berries. Although cool and supple, it has a velvety texture that strikes a wonderful balance between the tart blackberries and exotic spices within. Its complexity is remarkable: sometimes sweet, sometimes sour, framed by youthful grippy tannins and hints of cranberries, spices and subtle saltiness. SUPERIORE.DE

"Sparkling, powerful garnet red. Finely marked, fragrant nose with notes of cranberries, ripe dark cherries, some prunes and plenty of tobacco. Polished tannin on the palate, showing ripe fruit notes, with grippy tannin in many layers on the final." Falstaff

"Lustrous ruby with orange tinges. At first a tiny bit sweaty, then opening up to rich, focused cherry fruit. A palate of lush cherry fruit and sensationally balanced. The juicy fruit, lined with gravelly tannins, goes on and on." Jancis Robinson

"Lots of plum, toffee, floral and cherry aromas that follow through to a full body with ripe, round tannins that follow through to a long, gorgeous finish." James Suckling

"A powerful version, this red delivers concentrated plum, black cherry, iron and earth flavors allied to a base of muscular tannins. The balance tips to the astringent side, but it's not overbearing, with ripe fruit returning on the finish. Needs time and food." Wine Spectator

"Made with certified organic fruit, the Col d'Orcia 2015 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Poggio al Vento is open-knit and big both in intensity and mouthfeel. This full-bodied Riserva graces us with budding tertiary notes of tobacco and cured leather, but the ripe and fundamentally very rich fruit of this vintage remains firm at its core. You also get cola, licorice and grilled rosemary. This vineyard site sees ancient soils with an important component of well-draining sand, and this helps to concentrate flavors." Wine Advocate

"The darkly alluring 2015 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Poggio al Vento requires coaxing to unlock its aromatics from their youthful state. However, patience is rewarded, as crushed stones and ashen earth give way to red and black wild berries offset by hints of camphor and, finally, a note of sweet tobacco. Its textures are like pure silk draped across the palate, as a saturation of salty minerals settle in. Vivid notes of tart black cherry and an air of inner rose resonate throughout as fine tannins slowly clench the senses. The result is one of hulking structure yet also a potent staining of primary concentration; yet through it all, bright acids maintain supreme balance. Wow, the 2015 Poggio al Vento is a masterpiece in the making." Vinous