Methusalem | 6 Liter

Saffredi wurde im Jahr 1987 geboren und nach der Einzellage in der Gemeinde Magliano benannt. Von dort stammen die Trauben aus denen dieses monumentale Meisterwerk gekeltert wird. Allein die Farbe tief dunkles Rubinrot, mit interessanten violetten Reflexen zeigt einen pompösen Wein von großem Terroir. Im sehr expressiven Bouquet findet sich eine herrliche Fülle floraler und erdiger Aromen, die wunderschön mit dem Duft roter Beeren harmonieren. Am Gaumen eine konzentrierte Frucht, sehr weich und tief, strukturiert und endlos lang. (superiore.de)

"The 2015 Saffredi is a sultry and velvety wine from the Tuscan Coast. The textural richness is of the highest caliber, and the bouquet produces a long succession of black fruit, exotic spice and savory tobacco flavors. There's a touch of mocha chocolate and toasted espresso bean as well. The wine delivers great length and power. It promises not only to age but to improve as it spends more years in the cellar." Robert Parker

"I love the currant and rosemary character of this wine. Some sage, too. Complex aromas that draw you in. Full body, extremely tight and chewy with a long and intense finish. The tannins are fantastic – so polished. Focused and beautiful. Mineral undertone with ash and hot stone highlighting the dark fruits. It goes on for minutes." James Suckling

"The spring and summer were worryingly dry, but some rain in August was timely, helping the grapes to ripen fully. The nose is gorgeous, with a lush oakiness and some welcome red fruits. The attack is rich and ripe, marrying immense concentration with good acidity. Despite ageing in 80% new barriques, the oak is not too evident. It's a bit monolithic now but also stylish and persistent, lifted and intense. Long, with great ageing potential." Decanter

"The 2015 Saffredi is a total head-turner. Bold and explosive, the 2015 captures all the magic that Le Pupille is capable of. Crème de cassis, lavender, mint, licorice and truffle are some of the notes that give the 2015 is decidedly exotic, racy personality. Even with all of its abundant richness, the 2015 possesses terrific supporting structure and phenomenal balance. In a word: magnificent! I can't wait to see how the 2015 ages." Antonio Galloni

Sein Ursprungsweinberg gleichen Namens gilt längst als eine der besten Lagen der Castellina-Zone. Aus gleichen Teilen Merlot und Sangiovese entsteht dieser excellente, sehr dichte Wein mit reifen Fruchtaromen und süßen Vanilleanklängen. (superiore.de)

"Beautiful aromas of violets, berries and currants. Dried flowers, too. Full body, such intense fruit and acidity. Vivid and complex. Wild raspberry. Tight and dense. A triumph for Siepi. Half sangivoese and merlot. Better in 2022 but hard to not drink now." James Suckling

"This is a delightful 50-50 blend of Sangiovese and Merlot with a bold and contemporary personality. The 2015 Siepi is a consistent product year in and year out. The wine faithfully delivers a New World interpretation with an all-Tuscan soul. You get Italy-centric aromas of Mediterranean herb and rosemary backed by plump black cherry, sweet tobacco, clove and cinnamon. The oak influences are evident vis-à-vis the wine's structure and power. The mouthfeel is layered and textured. It is ready to drink now, but the bottle could also be put aside for the next 10 years. The Siepi vineyard is located on a well-exposed plateau some 260 meters above sea level." Robert Parker

"This has depth and complexity, featuring black cherry, plum, leather, spice and mineral flavors. The dense texture exudes refined tannins as this stays fresh through the long, saturated finish. Fruit, spice and tobacco elements linger." Wine Spectator

Funkelndes, intensives Rubinviolett. In der Nase mit Noten nach reifen Holunderbeeren und Zwetschgen, unterlegt von feinem Sandelholz. Saftig und gehaltvoll in Ansatz und Verlauf, zeigt eine enorm opulente und knackige Beerenfrucht, griffiges, feinmaschiges Tannin, sehr langer Nachhall, im Finale dezent nach Tabak, geradlinig und klar. Traumjahrgang! (superiore.de)

"What a beautiful nose of elderberries, freshly picked blackcurrants, citrus, herbs, licorice and crushed stones, amidst a backdrop of coffee beans, cedar and vanilla. Full-bodied and very subtle and refined with tightly wound tannins and an impressive balance of fruit and acidity. Long, grainy and elegant on the finish. A masterpiece." James Suckling