Tuscany | Montepulciano

The Chianti Colli Senesi from Fattoria del Cerro is a dark, lively wine with beautiful fruit, minerality and leather aromas on the nose. Pleasantly round and balanced on the palate. A drinkable wine with a certain demand. SUPERIORE.DE

Just 4,000 bottles are produced each year from this heartfelt project. Bright cherry red, with an intensely fruity bouquet of cherry, raspberry and rose petals. Taut and fresh on the palate, very tasty with beautiful primary aromas. Not only makes you want to go out on the terrace. SUPERIORE.DE

As always, the Rosso from Cerro is good and very drinky. Smoky, spicy and chocolate notes in the pleasantly fruity bouquet, typical of the grape variety, juicy and persistent on the palate. SUPERIORE.DE

Intense ruby red colour and with a bouquet reminiscent of wild fruits, joined by fresh grass and fine spicy notes, accompanied by a hint of cedar wood. Its taste is wonderfully round, harmonious, full-bodied and rich in silky tannin. SUPERIORE.DE

"A tight, focused red with currant and cherry character and hints of chocolate and sandalwood. Medium to full body, creamy and refined tannins that are long and flavorful. Very well done." James Suckling

Racy elegant and very authentic Rosso di Montepulciano, lean and feminine, with the aromas of ripe red cherries and good length. SUPERIORE.DE

Bright ruby red, inviting aroma of red fruits. Clear and supple on the palate. Very successful value. SUPERIORE.DE

Fine Rosso di Montepulciano with a typical fruity-spicy aroma and solid body. It has just the right balance, is multi-layered, reveals an aromatic fruit and also has a final decent persistence for the price class. SUPERIORE.DE

"Youthful, brambly nose with lots of cherries, strawberries, dried herbs and potpourri. Crunchy and laid-back on the palate with a pristine, firm finish. Fresh and more reductively made than most looking to emulate the “Bojo” style. From organically grown grapes. Drink now." James Suckling

Ambrae is an elegant cuvée of Chardonnay and Sauvignon. Pleasant, intense aroma of light berries and some bread, round and harmonious on the palate with a mineral vein and a nice acidity. SUPERIORE.DE

Intense, immediate Rosso di Montepulciano with aromas of cherries, blackberries and spices. Juicy and expressive on the palate, the tannins well integrated. SUPERIORE.DE

Brilliant ruby red with violet reflections. Delicate scent of strawberries, raspberries and blackcurrants, which flows towards together with a hint of cinnamon. Balanced, fresh and firm taste, supported by a lively acid structure, harmonious and long. A delightful, juicy drinking pleasure with a convincing finish. SUPERIORE.DE

"Notes of ripe red berries, licorice, cocoa and bark. Ripe but fresh with medium body and fine tannins. Juicy and fruit-forward. Vivid and delicious." James Suckling

Rich and dense ruby red, open and accessible nose with beautiful blackberry fruit, light tea notes in the background. Also in the taste a beautiful fruit, reminiscent of ripe, dark cherries, then hearty tannin and a round finish. You simply can't get more classic Vino Nobile for this price. SUPERIORE.DE

"Deep aromas of black cherries and herbs; juicy on the palate, the firm tannins form a symbiosis with the acidity, combines polish and character into the long final." Vinum

"Dark, powerful ruby. Shows emphatically fragrant notes of cedar, boxwood and pine needles on the nose, some lemon. Juicy fruit on the nose, then opens up with slightly drying tannin on the final." Falstaff

"The bouquet of the 2019 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano Silìneo opens as if chiseling into an ashen stone to find a mix of blackcurrants and exotic curries. It has a soft texture, is airier and more refined than expected, with juicy blackberry fruit accompanied by sour citrus and savoury herbal notes. Grippy tannins linger under hints of violet and lavender as the 2019 finishes structured but not austere. The Silìneo is mainly Sangiovese with a little Mammolo and Corolino." Vinous

"Aromas of ripe berries and cherries with vanilla undertones. It is full and juicy with a big palate and a creamy finish. Multi-layered, if a little old-fashioned." James Suckling

Boscarelli's Prugnolo opens with velvety and cherry aromas on the nose, then becomes full-bodied and powerful. Excellent fruit on the palate, pleasantly fresh acidity, present tannin, structured and long. SUPERIORE.DE

"Pure, scented and transparent with lots of racy raspberries, strawberries, red cherries, herbs and potpourri. This is really fresh and tangy with fine, linear tannins carrying the juicy, nimble red fruit to a fresh, lifted finish. Really drinkable, fresh and expressive." James Suckling

Discreet ruby red with light reflections. Warm, well-dosed bouquet of wild berries, cherries and some smoke. On the palate fine-meshed tannin, in addition much juice and fruit in the core, floral and spicy notes, compact. A fine salty vein in the harmonious finish. SUPERIORE.DE

"Very typical, elegant, with polished tannin and full of fruit charm, sour cherry, some chocolate, sweet fruit melt, round." Weinwisser

"One of the best balanced 2020s, Gracciano della Seta's Vino Nobile is discreetly cushioned with an abundance of dark, fleshy cherry yet remains straightforward and plastic. The tannins are slightly steely but give way smoothly, while the zesty, citrusy acidity offers graceful support. Hints of forest, leather and mint interweave with notes of orange that linger." Decanter

Boscarelli's Merlot smells very complex and pleasant of ripe blueberries and plums, a little smoky and of roasted nuts. Firm and powerful on the palate, ripe, juicy, tart fruit and youthful but polished tannin. Wonderfully persistent, long, spicy and soft. SUPERIORE.DE

The name Da-Di is derived from Chinese and means earth/soil. It underlines not only the organic cultivation of the vines, but also the subsequent ageing in 11 Tuscan terracotta amphorae. The result is a fascinatingly fresh, precise and varietally pure Sangiovese that is a joy to drink from the very first sip.

Intense bouquet of cherries, ripe raspberries, currants and wild strawberries. Complex, lively, almost explosive on the palate with beautifully pronounced primary aromas such as sour cherry and black cherry, accompanied by floral accents. The well-proportioned tannin and the agile fruit-acid interplay underline all the advantages of the Sangiovese grape and the long finish is introduced by a freshness and at the same time delicate sweetness that only the ageing in amphorae can produce. SUPERIORE.DE

"A pure and berry-driven nose with a subtle chalky edge to the red fruit and potpourri. Crunchy and medium-bodied on the palate with a pure and focused finish. Elegant and driven." James Suckling

"The Sangiovese Da-Di 2021 exudes a delightful bouquet of lavender, violets and crushed blackberries. The palate is washed by an intense wave of fleshy, ripe fruit, balanced by a salty minerality and tantalising acidity. The 2021 finishes concentrated and fresh, with blue and purple flowers that linger. The Da-di is a single-vineyard Sangiovese that is refined in amphora, leaving about a third of the grapes in whole clusters during fermentation. It's incredibly fun to taste this wine." Vinous

Intense ruby red Vino Nobile Riserva with a spicy bouquet of aromas of dried fruits, cinnamon, cloves and liquorice. Smooth on the palate with diverse nuances, beautiful fullness, structure and intensity, supple tannins. Very elegant pleasure at an excellent price. SUPERIORE.DE

"Ruby red. The nose reveals notes of ripe cherries, blueberries and raspberries, followed by spicy notes and wood. Very pleasant on the palate, compact and juicy, with young but well-integrated tannins. The finish is fruity and persistent." Falstaff

"Camphor, forest berry and rosemary aromas shape the enticing nose on this fragrant red. Elegantly structured, the lithe palate offers sour cherry, orange zest and star anise alongside fine-grained tannins and bright acidity." Wine Enthusiast

"The 2018 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano Riserva is understated and floral, with lavender notes giving way to red plums and brown spice. It washes across the palate with ease, guided by juicy acidity. A burst of inner sweetness helps to balance its tart cherry-berry fruits. This finishes with admirable length and potent while maintaining incredible energy as hints of licorice and inner rose fade. The 2018 is already showing beautifully today but is full of medium-term cellaring potential." Vinous

"Savory orange, cinnamon, earthy-berry and new-leather character extends to a medium to full body with firm yet creamy tannins. Still supple, with some dark spices and cherries in the finish." James Suckling

Wonderfully fragrant, fruity-floral bouquet. The taste is reminiscent of plums and cherries with a fine vanilla-spicy component and clear, very pleasant acidity and polished tannins. Clear fruit aromas, enormous velvety and a long finish emphasise the harmony of this Nobile Riserva. SUPERIORE.DE

"Rich shining brown-red with minimal cloudiness. First smell of rich ripe cherry fruit, then rosehip and also juniper berries, then delicate leather spice in the background. Lively palate entry, stretches out a wide dress, compact and medium-bodied on the palate, tightens up a bit on the back end and finishes with some pressure on sweet fruit." Falstaff

"A medium-bodied, structured red with aromas and flavors of cloves, cedar and dried cherries. Hint of pine. Well integrated tannins. The oak spices blend in nicely." James Suckling

"The 2016 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano Riserva is dark with arching violet-tinged florals, hints of plum and Tuscan dust. Its textures are silky, communicating undeniable elegance, with a polished display of mineral-tinged wild berries contrasted by hints of sour citrus. What balance, tapering off lightly structured, with a purple and blue-toned array of residual fruits and inner herbal tones lingering on and on. This is classic but in need of some time to fully come together. The Riserva hails from Fattoria del Cerro’s higher-elevation vineyards that contain a high percentage of pebbles, fossils and shells." Vinous

The name Da-Di derives from Chinese and means earth/soil. DA-DI bianco was born from owner Virginie Saverys' intuition to rediscover the vocation of the Cortona area for the production of great white wines from autochthonous grapes, and encapsulates all of Avignonesi's love of experimentation.

In the glass, it opens intensely with floral notes of wisteria and lime, white peach and gooseberry. On the palate, the approach is precise and straightforward. Lemon peel, mint and the complexity of wildflower honey emerge. The pronounced acidity makes it long and elegant. In the aftertaste, hints of flint bring back mineral notes. An exciting wine with a distinct and fresh personality. Approx. 2,000 bottles were produced. SUPERIORE.DE

Broad and rich, with aromas and flavours of plums, blackberries, clay and spices. La Braccescas Nobile di Montepulciano is a finely tuned, beautiful wine with all the elements in the right place. Aromatically persistent, it is complex and nuanced in its balance. The winemaking team has done everything right here. SUPERIORE.DE

"In the far east of the Vino Nobile zone, the La Braccesca vineyard borders Umbria. The vineyards extend over 340 hectares and reach as far as the neighbouring municipality of Cortona. Expressive aromas combine subtle oak spice with lavender scent and orange against a background of dark red cherry. On the palate, it is round, rich and velvety and is carried by a juicy acidity. The sandy tannins give the wine its shape and show a powerful spiciness on the finish. Clean and well defined." Decanter

"Aromas of ripe mulberries and blackberries with dark spices, burnt orange peel and earth. Full and structured with a deep core of ripe dark fruit and tight-grained, chalky tannins. Lingering finish." James Suckling

Salcheto's garnet-red sparkling Vino Nobile delights us with fragrant dried plum and a hint of cinnamon and clove. Lots of present fruit on the palate, fine, sweet melting in the long finish. An authentic and pleasantly elegant organic wine from the heart of the Montepulciano region. SUPERIORE.DE

"Refinement rather than strength, a refinement intended to refine the qualities of an excellent fruit. Floral on the nose, touches of peony, red blackberry and pepper leaf, with a nutmeg finish. The palate confirms the initial impression, iodine, crisp, persistent, with a fruity return." Luca Gardini

A solid and every year excellent drop is the tension-charged Nobile by Poliziano, which smells of dark red cherries, blackberries and toasted notes. Juicy, compact and polished on the palate, soft and balanced with silky tannins and a long, elegant finish. SUPERIORE.DE

"A wonderful wine that seems dignified and serene on the one hand, but also has good tension on the other; everything seems playful, gentle and juicy; a fine wine right through to the finish." Weinwisser

"Ripe, bright red berries with fine spices and a hint of gravel minerality. Medium to full-bodied on the palate with fine herbs, citrus and berries, all wrapped in fine, crumbly tannins. Delicious already." James Suckling

"Immediately on the nose, nuances of marasca cherries, then laurel and cedar thyme. On the palate, iodine-salty tannins, juicy and persistent, great length." Luca Gardini