Tuscany | Montepulciano

As always good and very drinkable is the Rosso of Cerro. Smoke, spice and chocolate notes in the pleasantly fruity fragrance, typical for the grape variety and lasting taste. SUPERIORE.DE

"Wild berries, dried flowers, pine cones and forest scents here. It’s medium-bodied with spices, dried flowers and fruit on the palate, too. Sleek tannins." James Suckling

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

"A Chianti with lots of berry and chocolate character, medium body, vanilla undertones and a simple finish." James Suckling

Manero from Sangiovese and Merlot exudes wonderful aromas of plum, raspberry and cinnamon. Medium body, full-bodied, very well integrated tannins and a long, silky final. Very fine and a great wine for all days. SUPERIORE.DE

"Seductive nose of musk, pine needles, dried chamomile, dried lemon peel and an array of spices. Fascinating pine-cone and herbal flavors, too. It's medium-bodied with fine, sleek tannins." James Suckling

Bright ruby red, inviting scent of red fruits. Clear and smooth on the palate. Very good value. SUPERIORE.DE

A racy, elegant Rosso di Montepulciano, slender and feminine, with the aromas of ripe red cherries and good length. 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. SUPERIORE.DE

"The 2019 Rosso di Montepulciano is fresh, fruity and seductive. I would prefer to drink it over the next few years, while the sweet tobacco fruit, leather, tobacco, mint and cedar flavors remain fresh. This mid-weight, silky Rosso certainly has a lot to offer." Vinous

"A straightforward, fruity red with light hazelnut and cherry aromas and flavors. Medium body, light tannins and a fresh finish." James Suckling

Intense straw yellow. Full bouquet of almond blossom, some pineapple and white fruits. Vibrant on the palate, with nice freshness and acidity, again very full-bodied and complex with an interesting long finish. SUPERIORE.DE

Soft pink with an onion shimmer. Very regionally scented Sangiovese nose, with small red berries, strawberry and dog rose. Fresh and lively, fruity and palatable on the palate with an irresistible flow. SUPERIORE.DE

"A dry, layered rosé with light dried peaches, pears and apples. It’s medium bodied, fruity and delicious." James Suckling

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

Rosso De Ferrari by Boscarelli reveals a wide scent of chocolate and redcurrants alongside the classic cherry aroma. This complexity continues in the taste, in which the dense, soft texture has an overly pleasant effect. SUPERIORE.DE

Rich and dense ruby red, open and accessible aroma with beautiful blackberry fruit, light tea notes in the background. Also in the taste a beautiful fruit, which reminds of ripe, dark cherries, then hearty tannin and a round finish. More classic Vino Nobile for this price simply does not go. SUPERIORE.DE

Brilliant ruby red, delicate aroma of ripe fruit, beautifully balanced taste, harmonious and long. A wonderful, uncomplicated drinking pleasure. SUPERIORE.DE

"A beautiful Rosso di Montepulciano with fresh cherry, orange-peel and floral character. It’s medium-bodied with fine, delicate tannins and a citrusy undertone at the finish." 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

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

"A medium-fruity red with some walnut and chocolate undertones. Lightly chewy tannins and a flavorful finish." James Suckling

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

"Juicy and elegant, this offers bright red cherry, dried thyme, wild rose and orange peel. Finessed, clinging tannins are decidedly chalky in texture. Mid-weight and mouth cleansing, it finishes with an almost grapefruit tang. Winemaker Giuseppe Rigoli says that even ripening allowed the estate to pick Sangiovese at full phenolic ripeness in the first week of October. Though Merlot only ever makes up a small percentage of the blend, there is even less than usual as the vines were hit with downy mildew." Decanter

Boscarellis Merlot has a very complex and pleasant aroma of ripe blueberries and plums, slightly smoky and burnt nuts. Firm and strong on the palate, ripe, juicy, tart fruit and youthful but polished tannin. Wonderfully persistent, long, spicy and smooth. SUPERIORE.DE

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

"Sangiovese with some Canaiolo and Merlot, aged 24 months in Tonneaux: Smells of fresh berries and violets; smooth start, the tannins and acidity are well-balanced, the finish is spicy-fruity and long. Convinces with its elegant style." Vinum

This 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

"The organic 2017 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano offers a delicate embroidery of red fruit, pressed violet and potting soil. There are subtle highlights of dried orange peel and iron ore as well. This pretty wine prizes fruit purity and simplicity. It offers a naked interpretation of this noble appellation without distractions or too many bells or whistles. The wine is light and streamlined on the palate, but there is enough tannic power to carry it over a meal of pici pasta and rabbit ragù." Robert Parker

"Plum and black cherry flavors are framed by sweet, wood smoke and spice in this supple red. It's firm, with refined and well-integrated tannins and a lingering aftertaste of fruit, earth and spice." Wine Spectator

"Salcheto checks a lot of boxes. The winery is powered by renewable energy, water waste is 100% recycled, there are no added sulphites during vinification and the entire production is certified organic and packaged in light weight bottles. Above all, the Nobile tastes delicious. It is clean and immediately appealing offering complex cedar, earth, tea and balsamic nuances atop forest fruit. Full-bodied and full of character, it is rich yet fresh and seductively textured with polished tannins. A great success for this challenging vintage." Decanter

"Made with organically grown Sangiovese and adhering to certified sustainable practices, this delicious, fragrant red offers enticing scents of dark spice, new leather, wild berry and eucalyptus oil. The elegantly structured palate boasts wonderful fruit and spice, showcasing juicy Marasca cherry, raspberry compote and cinnamon while a licorice note lingers on the close. Silky tannins and fresh acidity keep it nicely balanced." Wine Enthusiast

Wonderfully fragrant, fruity and floral bouquet. On the palate it reminds 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 emphasize the harmony of this Nobile Riserva. SUPERIORE.DE

"Extremely round and juicy with lovely berry and light chocolate character and hazelnut undertones. Medium body. Delicious finish." James Suckling

Wonderfully fragrant, fruity-floral bouquet. In the taste it reminds 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 emphasize the harmony of this Nobile Riserva. SUPERIORE.DE

"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 DOC Cortona, which has existed since 1999, is famous for its single-varietal Syrahs and Merlots, whose vines thrive excellently on the Pliocene clayey soils. Since 2006, the Carletti family has also been involved in this appellation, which was quite unknown until today, and their Merlot Il Violas is now known beyond the borders of Italy and has many lovers.

Dense, dark ruby with violet reflections. On the nose, an open-hearted bouquet of black berry fruits, sandalwood, rosemary and with fine spice. The texture coats the palate, warm, intense and rich of dark fruits, chocolate, plum and redcurrant. In Violas is a generous and deep red that just calls out for a Bistecca Fiorentina and gives much pleasure. SUPERIORE.DE

"The 2016 In Violas is a bold, savory wine. Dried cherry, leather scorched earth, licorice and lavender add savory overtones to this firm, brooding Merlot." Vinous

"Black olives and berries on the nose and palate. Full body. Round and juicy with a flavorful finish. Shows focus and beauty." James Suckling

"The Poliziano 2016 Cortona Merlot in Violas pours from the bottle with a dark and thickly concentrated appearance. The wine opens to rich fruit, plum, blackberry, rosemary essence and a touch of dried mint. The tannins show some fine texture or graininess on the close, but the richness of the mouthfeel washes smoothly over any rough edges. This wine has the depth and width to pair with a succulent steak in cream and pepper sauce." Robert Parker

Simply delicious is the Nobile from Avignonesi, with the 2016 vintage certified organic for the first time: clean fragrance performance with an extremely appealing aroma spectrum, hearty taste, smooth flow and gentle finish. SUPERIORE.DE

"A bright, pretty Vino Nobile showing rose petals, tulips and orange zest. Taut tannins draw out fine layers of firm tannins, coating the vibrant fruit in sparkling acidity. Medium-bodied and medium chewy. Crunchy on the finish." James Suckling

"Fragrant and loaded with finesse, this has enticing aromas of dark-skinned berry, violet, camphor and whiffs of pipe tobacco. The vibrant, linear palate has great tension, delivering juicy Morello cherry, crushed mint, orange zest and star anise framed in taut, fine-grained tannins. It's balanced, with bright acidity." Wine Enthusiast

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

"Made since 1968, Poliziano's stalwart Vino Nobile is oak-smoothed and chocolatey, with ageing in a combination of French barriques, tonneaux and larger casks. Sweet wood spice and vanilla lead but make room for liquorice and blackberry. It's full and rich with some Merlot plumpness, and chewy wood tannins and bright acidity underneath. It all works - just give it another year to knit together." Decanter

"All charm, the 2018 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano is an attractive wine to drink now and over the next handful of years. Dark cherry fruit, licorice, menthol, pine, tobacco and cedar add pretty aromatic nuances. This easygoing, mid-weight Vino Nobile has plenty to offer." Vinous

Brilliant ruby red with a slightly lightening rim. Impressive scent of red berries, smoke and dark spices. Taut, straightforward, expressive and of beautiful length on the palate. Boscarelli's Nobile di Montepulciano is a wonderfully precise example of its growing zone. SUPERIORE.DE

"The 2017 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano offers a classic expression of this celebrated Tuscan appellation. The hot-vintage fruit is dark, ripe and fragrant. Aromas of black cherry, plum and toasted almond lift from the bouquet. This mid-weight wine offers a good level of refreshing acidity with an open-knit approach and some dusty tannins on the close. If you have a bottle, the wine is ready to drink straight out of the gate." Robert Parker

"The 2017 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano is a terrific choice for drinking now and over the next handful of years. Readers will find a wine that offers plenty of Vino Nobile depth, but in a mid-weight style that makes it accessible. Bright red cherry, dried flowers, mint and white pepper add a brilliant upper register to the red Sangiovese fruit." Vinous

"Polished and savory, this medium-bodied red opens with aromas of camphor, wild berry and new leather. On the linear palate, taut tannins accompany juicy Marasca cherry and licorice." Wine Enthusiast

"A big, juicy Nobile with cherries, walnuts, chocolate and spice. It's full-bodied, chewy and layered. Lots of tannins, yet it shows intensity and energy. Give this a year or two, but impressive now." James Suckling