Brancaia

Attraktive Riserva mit klassischen Aromen von Sauerkirschen, Weichseln, dunklen Waldfrüchten und hintergründig Lakritze. Elegante Frucht und feingliedrige Struktur am Gaumen, kompakte, bestens eingebundene Tannine und beeindruckend lang anhaltender Abgang. (superiore.de)

"Schmeichelnde Noten von Waldfrüchten, Pfeffer und Trockenblumen; ausgewogene Textur, Säure und Tannin in Harmonie, lang und überaus geschliffen das Finale." Vinum

"Bright and lightly austere with a dried mushroom and blackberry character throughout. Medium to full body, fine tannins and a fresh finish. Silky texture." James Suckling

"Rich, boasting black cherry, plum and iron flavors matched to dense tannins. Shows intensity and power, with lively acidity driving the long finish." Wine Spectator

"The 2013 Chianti Classico Riserva hits all the high notes expected of this historic denomination. The wine is brimming with cherry fruit and luscious darkness with spice, leather and unsweetened chocolate. The blend is 80% Sangiovese and 20% Merlot, and the wine is aged in medium toast barrique (both new and neutral) for 16 months. Like the other successful interpretations from this classic vintage, this expression reveals an impressive sense of balance. If I had to make a 2013 Chianti Classico short list, this wine would be on it." Robert Parker

Ilatraia 2014 duftet wunderbar nach dunklen Kirschen, Tabak und feiner Kräuterwürze. Im Finale Lakritze und ein feinmaschiges Tannin und ein schier endloser Abschluss. (superiore.de)

"Dunkles Rubin mit schwarzem Kern. Intensive und fein gezeichnete Nase mit Noten nach eingelegtem Pfirsich und Himbeeren, etwas Veilchen im Hintergrund. Am Gaumen zupackendes, griffiges Tannin, präsente Frucht, viel Himbeeren." Falstaff

"A lush, concentrated style, this red boasts plum, cassis, tobacco and spice flavors. Fresh and pure, with a dose of serious oak. Mouthcoating tannins and spice notes line the finish." Wine Spectator

"The 2014 Ilatraia is a terrific wine that represents a blend of 40% Cabernet Sauvignon, 40% Petit Verdot and 20% Cabernet Franc. This is a darkly saturated and rich Tuscan blend that delivers so much pleasure on all levels. There is softness, intensity, complexity and length. This is a stunning wine with excellent engineering and execution. This is definitely a wine I will remember." Robert Parker

"This is a very well done red from the vintage with blackberry, dark currant and hints of rose petal aromas and flavors. Medium to full body, very fine texture and a pretty finish. Very fine for the vintage." James Suckling

"The 2014 Ilatraia is a real surprise. Powerful, dense and explosive, it packs a serious punch. Black plum, chocolate, smoke and leather notes give the wine much of its bold, resonant personality. The tannins could use a bit more time to soften, but all things considered, the 2014 is very nicely balanced. I imagine that it will always be a bit virile in personality." Antonio Galloni

Attraktive Riserva mit klassischen Aromen von Sauerkirschen, Weichseln, dunklen Waldfrüchten und hintergründig Lakritze. Elegante Frucht und feingliedrige Struktur am Gaumen, kompakte, bestens eingebundene Tannine und beeindruckend lang anhaltender Abgang. (superiore.de)

"The flower and blueberry character on the nose and palate are impressive. Full body, silky tannins and a fresh finish." James Suckling

"The 2012 Chianti Classico Riserva is gorgeous. Supple and radiant on the palate, the 2012 Chianti Classico Riserva offers striking delineation and plenty of class. Freshly cut flowers, bright red-fleshed fruit and a touch of French oak blossom nicely in the glass. The inclusion of Merlot gives the Riserva lovely mid-palate pliancy and depth. This is a terrific wine for the year." Antonio Galloni

"The 2012 Chianti Classico Riserva is a lovely expression that deserves attention. I am impressed by the pristine and mellow nature of the bouquet that is enhanced with bright tones of red cherry, wild berry, spice and lightly toasted almond. Sangiovese is blended with 20% Merlot and aged in oak for 15 months. There are sweet oak flavors, although that spice is well integrated within the fleshy and rich nature of the fruit. The wine is tight and linear on the close, and could use another year or so to flesh out further." Robert Parker

Undurchdringliches, strahlendes Rubinrot mit einem Aromenspiel von Johannis- und Blaubeeren sowie feinen toastigen Noten. Der weiche, ausgewogene Körper bietet ein vollendetes Wechselspiel zwischen der hervorragenden Tanninstruktur und der maßvollen Alkoholkomponente. Im höchst überzeugenden Finale macht sich eine deutliche, sehr angenehme Würze bemerkbar. (superiore.de)

"Blackberry, pomegranate, black currant, tar and mineral flavors are the hallmarks of this concentrated red. Still feels youthful and tannic, with time to give." Wine Spectator

"A firm red with plenty of tannins that are polished and silky textured. Medium body, fresh and taut. Chocolate and cedar combines nicely with the ripe fruit." James Suckling

"The 2013 Il Blu is truly an exceptional wine. This blend of Merlot, Sangiovese and Cabernet Sauvignon pours from the bottle with midnight black intensity. The wine is luscious and loud in terms of its aromatic intensity but the effect is beautifully balanced all the while. The wine is streamlined and tight in the mouth but don't underestimate its length and persistence. The finish can be counted in many long heartbeats." Robert Parker