{"title":"Sangiovese","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"2017-terre-di-breccia-castello-di-torre-in-pietra","title":"Castello di Torre in Pietra Terre di Breccia Lazio Rosso IGT 2022","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e$21.99 on 6+ bottles (code: 12saves2)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eGrape varieties\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSangiovese 50 %, Cesanese 30%, Montepulciano 20%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSingle Vineyard\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBreccia - planted 1995, exposure: south\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSoil\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCalcareous-clayey\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eVinification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFermentation on the skins for 20 days at a temperature of 30 ° C. Malolactic fermentation in wooden barrels.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRefinement\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIn 500 litre French oak barrels for 12 months, then in cement for another 12 months and a further 6 months in the bottle.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWinery Tasting Note\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIntense ruby red color. The nose is fine and persistent, fruity, ripe red and spicy. You can also recognize plum jam, cherries in alcohol, herbs and dried tobacco. The entrance is soft and the centre of the mouth full, quite fresh, with silky tannins and a persistent finish on fruity-spicy notes with the contribution of integrated wood.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cu data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIn the words of the importer, Jay Murrie, with some help from Ian D'Agata, Joe Bastianich, David Lynch and Elsa Morante.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMake no mistake, Cesanese is a great Italian red grape, worth mentioning in the same context as Sangiovese, Aglianico, Nebbiolo. The fact that few have heard of it is a twist of historical fate unrelated to quality. Romans knew it was excellent, emperor Nerva built a palace in Piglio to be close to beloved Cesanese vines. Popes Innocent III and Bonifacius VIII were fans. Five hundred years ago the family of Pope Sixtus V owned the property where the Cesanese we import is cultivated, Castello di Torre in Pietra, which makes the sprawling estate just north of metropolitan Rome as good a place as any to start the story of this forgotten vine.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFive hundred years ago the cellar of Castello di Torre in Pietra was carved into a tufa cliff face by the Perotti family, of Sixtus V fame. For centuries the marshy, malarial coastal land surrounding the pontiff’s farm was a hunting ground for the nobility of Rome. Falconieri princes decorated a quite elaborate “hunting lodge” with architecture and frescoes from the best artists 18th century Rome had to offer. An impressive hexagonal chapel was built beside sturdy pavers of the Roman road that winds through Torre in Pietra, bound for the Tyrrhennian sea. As the fortunes of Falconieri princes waned their attention turned away from Torre in Pietra. The property sank into disrepair.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIts existence today is tied to the fate of Senator Luigi Albertini, an early 20th century media moghul (owner of Milan daily Corriere della Sera) and strident antifascist (always a good thing to be) who was forced to divest himself of newspaper ownership by the very profascist government of Benito Mussolini. Albertini used his unwillingly freed up capital to purchase Castello di Torre in Pietra, and quite literally “drain the swamp” surrounding the ancient structure. He imported black-and-white Carnation dairy cattle from Washington to graze on the newly rehabilitated land. Torre in Pietra became the major milk source for urban Rome. Albertini also planted olives and Cesanese vines, setting the stage for the modern activity of this mixed-use farm.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eI met senator Albertini’s heir Filippo Antonelli for lunch in the excavated cellar of Castello di Torre in Pietra. Along with a Tuscan cousin, Filippo manages the modern operations of the winery. It was a typical hot-as-blazes July day in sun-baked Lazio. The winery’s courtyard was scorching, inside the cave was wonderfully cool. We talked about the long history of the property (detailed above) and went even deeper into the land’s pre-history, admiring the ancient-and-massive mastodon femur which occupies pride of place in the entrance to the cellar. The bone was unearthed during excavation of the cellar. The rest of the elephant skeleton (which provides the name for Torre in Pietra’s “elephas” line of IGT wines) was stolen by Nazis, who used this bomb-resistant space as their headquarters during WWII. Fascists: so easy to dislike, and so interwoven with our modern lives, and the stories of the wines we sell.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBut back to the farm.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTorre in Pietra has livestock, but today the largest part of the farm is devoted to growing cereals. There are eight hectares of olives, and on breezy, sunny hills facing the Mediterranean, several parcels of native grapes are grown: Vermentino, Fiano, Sangiovese, and thankfully Cesanese. The farm is certified organic. Its vineyards have been cultivated in accordance with the precepts of organic agriculture for over two decades.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBreccia is a single vineyard. “Terre di Breccia” features Cesanese fermented on the skins for 20 days at 30 degrees Celsius. After alcoholic fermentations the wine completes malolactic fermentation in wood barrels. Post-malo, the wine is aged in 500 liter French barrels for a year, followed by an additional year of aging in cement, and six months of resting in bottle.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThere are at least three distinct versions of Cesanese, unsurprising given the grape’s long history of cultivation. The homeland of all three is Lazio. The best of the three seems to thrive primarily in the outskirts of Rome. All versions of Cesanese are difficult to ripen, making the arid coastal expanses of this region ideal for its cultivation. Cesanese needs heat. The wine exudes red cherry fruitiness and (like high quality peers Sangiovese, Nebbiolo, et al.) never becomes inky in color. You should expect (and in the case of Terre di Breccia, you’ll get) something wonderfully in-the-middle. Aromatics and freshness that harken to cooler northern Italian wines, ripeness and texture that speak meaningfully of the presence of the not-too-distant Italian south. Like Rome, the wine seems to be a fulcrum point of Italianness.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSNAP\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIf you are like me when you read that, you needed to get centered back to reality....no, we are not in Lazio in the outskirts of Rome on a wine adventure in-between gustatory galavanting...but soon I hope we can!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Lazio - Rome","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39250727469190,"sku":"PWIcastelloTorre","price":23.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0075\/0338\/0543\/products\/CastellodiTorreinPietraTerrediBrecciaCesanese.jpg?v=1763978250"},{"product_id":"caparsa-riserva-chianti-classico-doccio-a-matteo-2006","title":"Caparsa Riserva Chianti Classico Doccio a Matteo 2021","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(196, 35, 3);\"\u003e$41.99 on 6+ bottles (use code 6saves2 at checkout)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e96 points Galloni - Vinous Media\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003eDrinking Window 2025 - 2041\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe 2021 Chianti Classico Riserva Doccio a Matteo is a brooding, virile wine. The darker side of Sangiovese comes through in this somber, imposing Riserva. Black cherry, plum, leather, graphite, chocolate and cloves stain the palate. There's tremendous substance here. This explosive Riserva cries for the dinner table. It's another superb effort from Caparsa. \u003cem\u003e- By Antonio Galloni on July 2025\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImporter: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHand-selected fruit from the Doccio a Matteo vineyard. The wine is dark red in color. The aroma is reminiscent of dark fruit and violets. Fine but dense tannins with a very long persistence finish. A wine of great longevity, on average it can mature over 15 years.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrapes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e97% Sangiovese, 3% Colorino\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAged\u003c\/strong\u003e: Oak Barrels 10hL \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStockinger and Mittelberger\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003efor barrels (neutral) one and a half years\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFermentation:\u003c\/strong\u003e spontaneous, with indigenous yeasts.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eABV:\u003c\/strong\u003e 13.5%\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAltitude vineyards\u003c\/strong\u003e: 450 meters\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Chianti Classico","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40247984095366,"sku":"PWI-caparsa-DOCCIO","price":43.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0075\/0338\/0543\/files\/CaparsaDoccio2021.png?v=1778633783"},{"product_id":"caprili-rosso-di-montalcino-2018","title":"Caprili Rosso di Montalcino 2024","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(185, 4, 4);\"\u003e$22.99 on 6+ bottles\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(192, 2, 2);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e93 pts Vinous Media\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe 2024 Rosso di Montalcino is wonderfully perfumed, mixing rose petals and geraniums with nuances of citrusy spice and cherries. This is soothingly round with tart wild berry fruits and crisp mineral tones. The 2024 finishes fresh and gently tannic, with long-lasting violet inner florals.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(188, 1, 1);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e91 pts Kerin O’Keefe\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eJust sniffing Caprili’\u003cmeta content=\"text\/html;charset=UTF-8\" http-equiv=\"Content-Type\"\u003e\u003ca data-polaris-unstyled=\"true\" class=\"Polaris-Breadcrumbs__IconWrapper Polaris-Breadcrumbs__IconWrapperLink\" aria-label=\"Products\" data-tracking=\"monorail:admin_page_breadcrumbs_click\/1.0\" href=\"https:\/\/admin.shopify.com\/store\/winesolutions\/products\" data-discover=\"true\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Polaris-Breadcrumbs__IconBlock\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003es 2024 Rosso di Montalcino will put a smile on your face thanks to its ultra pretty aromas of lavender, bright red berry, spice and juniper berry. The palate is equally appealing, offering Marasca cherry, strawberry compote and star anise before and orange zest close. Balanced and ready, with lithe tannins and bright acidity, it’s a textbook Rosso, a great everyday wine with personality and no pretension. Chill it down for a summer red or an apertivo any time of year.” Kerin O’Keefe\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Rosso di Montalcino is spicy, perfumed with dusty rose, dried strawberries and hints of camphor. It’s much more energetic than anticipated on the palate, as juicy acidity and vibrant red berry fruits are complemented by a sweet herbal twang. The 2020 finishes classically dry and poised, with the slightest hint of licorice that lingers. This is without a doubt one of the more pretty and balanced Rossos of this opulent vintage.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVineyards \u0026amp; Soil\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSourced from the Testucchiaia and Palazzetto vineyards. 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A blast of dark cherry, blackberry, graphite, dried herbs, menthol, and sage stains the palate. This heady, broad-shouldered Gran Selezione has a ton going on. Readers should expect a potent wine endowed with notable textural presence. Time in the glass releases the aromatics nicely. The long finish is so inviting.- By Antonio Galloni on July 2025\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003eAntonio Galloni, Vinous Media, July 2025\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eAngela Fronti is among the young producers who have brought a new feeling of energy to Chianti Classico. Fronti has built an impressive collection of wines in a relatively short period of time. “We had a very long summer in 2022,” Fronti explained. “The August rain was helpful, as fruit had stopped ripening in some places, such as higher elevations in Radda. 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The north contributes aromatic precision, elegance, and freshness, while the south adds depth, warmth, and powerful structure. The vines—planted between 1970 and 1980—are deeply rooted in mixed clay, galestro, and sandy soils, giving natural concentration and complexity to the fruit. The combination of differing exposures and microclimates yields a Brunello that is both expansive and finely chiseled, capable of long-term aging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"823\" data-end=\"1393\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"823\" data-end=\"839\"\u003eVinification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"839\" data-end=\"842\"\u003eHarvested entirely by hand in late September and early October, the grapes undergo meticulous double sorting to ensure only perfect clusters make it to the fermenters. Fermentation takes place in temperature-controlled stainless steel with an extended maceration to extract aromatic compounds and velvety tannins. 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Sangiovese is also not nearly as expensive in other terroirs as it is in Chianti or Montalcino. One of the best terroirs outside Tuscany is Modigliana in Emilia-Romagna that makes Sangiovese wines as good or better than many Chianti, especially in the very capable and talented hands of today's producer, Romagna expert \u003cu\u003eFrancesco Bordini\u003c\/u\u003e.  In fact, before Mussolini changed it in the 1920s, Modigliana WAS part of Tuscany.  The region also boasts 12 different MGAs (like Barolo\/Barbaresco) for DOC Romagna Sangiovese.  More on those quality rules that help guarantee quality below past the wine details. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIronically, it is made by the son of one of our favorite enologists in Italy, Dr. Remigio Bordini. 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Medium-to full-bodied with a tight tannin frame. Racy and linear. Mineral. Tight at the end. Try in 2026.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e94 pts Vinous Media\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe 2018 Brunello di Montalcino Vecchie Vigne opens with hauntingly dark florals and balsamic tones, as swirling brings about hints of black currant and crushed stone. This is supremely soft-textured, yet lifted by cooling minerality and bright acidity that guides its crunchy wild berry fruits across the palate. It tapers off with amazing length and potency, drenching the senses with primary concentration, as a framework of fine tannins gently tug at the cheeks. The 2018 Vecchie Vigne is a radiant Brunello in need of cellaring to fully blossom. That said, I don’t remember ever tasting a VV from Siro Pacenti with this much energy. I’m very eager to taste this again with some bottle age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e93 pts Wine Advocate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mnmd-review__summary\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom old vines, as the wine's name suggests, the 2018 Brunello di Montalcino Vecchie Vigne is spicy and very savory. The bouquet introduces a lot of exotic elements that you won't find in any of its peers. These include cumin, clove and cardamom. These spicy notes frame a core of black fruit. This is a medium to full-bodied Brunello with a big sense of inner power that is underlined by a high 15% alcohol content. It does, however, finish a bit short. Some 18,000 bottles were released.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e93 pts Wine Enthusiast\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"p-8 bg-white shadow-lg self-stretch\" itemprop=\"review\" itemscope=\"\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Review\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-sm w-full text-left mt-twenty\" itemprop=\"reviewBody\"\u003eA deeply savory nose opens with aromas of grilled meat and iron-rich soil before revealing balsamic vinegar and graphite and then cranberries and hibiscus. The fruit becomes fuller and lusher on the palate, pushing up against chalky tannins and razor sharp acid.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-sm w-full text-left mt-twenty\" itemprop=\"reviewBody\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-sm w-full text-left mt-twenty\" itemprop=\"reviewBody\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e92 pts Wine Spectator\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-sm w-full text-left mt-twenty\" itemprop=\"reviewBody\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Review\" itemscope=\"\" itemprop=\"review\" class=\"p-8 bg-white shadow-lg self-stretch\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemprop=\"reviewBody\" class=\"text-sm w-full text-left mt-twenty\"\u003eA perfumed red, featuring smoky cherry, sandalwood, cedar and iron aromas and flavors. Sleek and firmly structured, with an aftertaste echoing fruit, savory and spice elements set against dusty tannins. Best from 2025 through 2039. 1,500 cases made, 500 cases imported.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Brunello di Montalcino","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41269510668422,"sku":"SUN-TOSC73","price":129.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0075\/0338\/0543\/files\/siro-pacenti-2019-brunello-di-montalcino-vecchie-v.jpg?v=1762267204"},{"product_id":"rosso-di-caparsa-nv-copy","title":"Rosso di Caparsa NV","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e$22.99 \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eon 6+ (code: 6saves2)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOur Tasting Note 90 points:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eFresh, juicy, softer medium grain tannins. Classic cherry, dusty minerality, and spices.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eThe palate is medium bodied, with med\/med+ acidity and tannins.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eThe flavor intensity is medium+, fresh, and long with pretty and pleasing flavors.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eA great finish for an excellent value!\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrom The Winery: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRosso di Caparsa is a wine without vintage, made exclusively from Caparsa's Sangiovese grapes. It is the ideal everyday wine at an affordable price. 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The nose is pronounced, showing red fruits like black cherry, currants, and raspberry, primary and some tertiary, subtle savory and sweet spices, garden herbs, a touch balsamic and pretty florals. The palate is med+ bodied, med\/med+ fine grained and velvety tannins, perfectly integrated acidity, while the deeply expressive palate perfectly expresses the bouquet with a long, elegant and resonant finish.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(175, 4, 4);\"\u003e95+ points Vinous Media\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eDrinking window: 2024 - 2032\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eThe 2018 Brunello di Montalcino is a fascinating interpretation of Vigneti di Versante. It takes the lifted, floral, exotic nature of the vintage and marries it beautifully to Pian dell'Orino's style of finesse and refinement. Mint leaf, crushed rocks, hints of camphor and dried strawberries are complicated by suggestions of ground ginger in the glass. This is elegant and refined, silky to the core, with tantalizing acidity and mineral tones further enlivened by hints of orange as red plums settle upon the senses. Its tannins are soft and dusty, with an admirable concentration seldom seen in 2018, finishing fresh yet lightly structured. This is simply delectable. This is the first vintage where Pian dell'Orino used an optical sorter, which drastically helped with the selection. In 2018 there will not be a Bassolino di Sopra. All the juice went to the Vigneti del Versante. \u003cem\u003e- By Eric Guido on November 2023\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product_single_ratings_badges\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rnr-badge rnr-badge-sm\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(193, 37, 6);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"rnr-rating\"\u003e96 pts Wine Advocate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"woocommerce-product-details__short-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2018 Brunello di Montalcino Vigneti del Versante is a sophisticated and complex expression of Sangiovese from a vintage that, in my opinion, was uneven across the appellation. Pian dell’Orino is one of the estates that knew how to best interpret the growing season. This wine (with 7,459 bottles and larger formats produced) offers delicate berry tones with sweet spice and iris root. The tannins are sweet and hydrated, giving this wine immediate appeal.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoils: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGreyish silty clay of marine origin (Pliocene),Macigno (lower Miocene - upper Oligocene) homogeneous and very clayey, calcareous.Macigno is a hard grey-blue sandstone.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eViticulture: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCertified Biodynamic. Hand-harvested between September 24.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinemaking: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs always, immediately after picking, all harvested grapes were hand-selected on the triage table. Only healthy, ripe berries are used for vinification. Spontaneous fermentation started in 24h, reaching a maximum temperature of 30°C, and taking 2 weeks until completion. The following maceration took other 2 weeks, so the young wine was drawn off after 4 weeks.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAging:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe young wine aged for 42 months in a 12,5hl oak barrel. The malolactic fermentation set in immediately following the alcoholic fermentation. As always, no artificial yeast or other enzymatic or technological additives were used during the whole winemaking process.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"text-gray-700 text-base text-sm\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHusband and wife team Jan Hendrik Erbach and Caroline Pobitzer are at the top of their game. This newest set of releases is a perfect example of that. For one thing, they did a fantastic job of dealing with the harsh conditions of the 2017 vintage with the Vigneti del Versante. Only a few wines from this vintage maintain this level of purity and depth. Erbach confirmed there would be no Bassolino di Sopra from 2017, as all the fruit went to the Vigneti del Versante. Speaking of Bassolino di Sopra, the 2016 is flirting with perfection. I have continuously tasted this wine over the years, and it has blossomed into one of the most complex yet harmonious young Brunellos I can think of. Ironically, Erbach speaks more about how he’s not 100% happy with the final result, which shows why the quality level at this estate continues to soar. \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e- Vinous Media, Eric Guido on November 2023\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- --\u003e","brand":"Brunello di Montalcino","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41311383650438,"sku":"PIED-ORINO-BDM-18","price":149.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0075\/0338\/0543\/files\/Piandell_OrinoBrunelloBassolino.png?v=1773597002"},{"product_id":"pian-dellorino-vigneti-del-versante-brunello-di-montalcino-2017","title":"Pian dell'Orino Vigneti del Versante Brunello di Montalcino 2017","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e94pts Vinous\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eThe 2017 Brunello di Montalcino Vigneti del Versante boasts a smoky mix of grilled sage and red currants that gives way to mint and tangerine notes fighting hard to be seen. This is surprisingly lifted and vibrant for the vintage, with tart red berries that cascade across the palate, accelerated by brisk acids and a salty flourish toward the close. It leaves a saturation of tannins, creating a youthfully dry wine with lingering hard red candies. The 2017 will need a little time to soften, but it has the balance to excel. There will be no Bassolino di Sopra in 2017 because all the fruit was used to bolster the Vigneti del Versante. Drinking Window: 2025 - 2032\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003ci\u003e- By Eric Guido on February 2023\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eHusband and wife team Jan Hendrik Erbach and Caroline Pobitzer are at the top of their game. This newest set of releases is a perfect example of that. For one thing, they did a fantastic job of dealing with the harsh conditions of the 2017 vintage with the Vigneti del Versante. Only a few wines from this vintage maintain this level of purity and depth. Erbach confirmed there would be no Bassolino di Sopra from 2017, as all the fruit went to the Vigneti del Versante. Speaking of Bassolino di Sopra, the 2016 is flirting with perfection. I have continuously tasted this wine over the years, and it has blossomed into one of the most complex yet harmonious young Brunellos I can think of. Ironically, Erbach speaks more about how he’s not 100% happy with the final result, which shows why the quality level at this estate continues to soar.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eVineyard \u0026amp; Terroir\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eThe \u003ci\u003eVigneti del Versante\u003c\/i\u003e (\"vineyards of the eastern slope\") is a single-vineyard Brunello sourced from the Poggio dell'Orino and Poggio al Vento parcels on the eastern side of Montalcino, at altitudes between 320–400 meters above sea level. The soils are predominantly clay-limestone with marl (galestro) and rich in minerals, contributing to the wine's vibrancy and length.\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eExposure is east-southeast, ensuring a cooler microclimate ideal for preserving acidity and aromatic complexity, especially in the hot and dry 2017 vintage. The estate employs low yields, meticulous canopy management, and biodynamic practices, which foster healthy, resilient vines and pure fruit expression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eVinification \u0026amp; Aging\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eHand-harvested in early September 2017, grapes were carefully sorted and destemmed before undergoing spontaneous fermentation with indigenous yeasts. Maceration lasted around 30 days with gentle extraction via pump-overs and manual punch-downs.\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe wine was aged for 36 months in large Stockinger oak casks (25–30hL), followed by additional time in bottle before release. No fining or filtration was performed, allowing for full expression of site and vintage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eColor:\u003c\/b\u003e Brilliant ruby red with garnet reflections.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eNose:\u003c\/b\u003e Highly aromatic with precise notes of \u003cb\u003ewild red cherry, dried rose, orange zest\u003c\/b\u003e, and \u003cb\u003esweet herbs\u003c\/b\u003e, followed by hints of \u003cb\u003ecedar, underbrush\u003c\/b\u003e, and \u003cb\u003ewarm spice\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePalate:\u003c\/b\u003e Medium-bodied, with \u003cb\u003evibrant acidity\u003c\/b\u003e and \u003cb\u003epolished, finely integrated tannins\u003c\/b\u003e. The mouthfeel is elegant and structured, carrying flavors of \u003cb\u003esour cherry, cranberry, tobacco leaf\u003c\/b\u003e, and a touch of \u003cb\u003egraphite\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFinish:\u003c\/b\u003e Long, mineral-driven, and persistent with a saline edge and lingering aromatic lift.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eVintage Consideration\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e2017 was a warm, dry vintage marked by lower yields and concentration. Pian dell'Orino masterfully adapted through precise vineyard management, picking earlier for freshness and focusing on balance over power. The result is a Brunello of remarkable finesse, even in a vintage known for boldness.\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCellaring Potential\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eDrink now with decanting, or cellar confidently for the next 10–15 years. 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Mint leaf, crushed rocks, hints of camphor and dried strawberries are complicated by suggestions of ground ginger in the glass. This is elegant and refined, silky to the core, with tantalizing acidity and mineral tones further enlivened by hints of orange as red plums settle upon the senses. Its tannins are soft and dusty, with an admirable concentration seldom seen in 2018, finishing fresh yet lightly structured. This is simply delectable. This is the first vintage where Pian dell'Orino used an optical sorter, which drastically helped with the selection. In 2018 there will not be a Bassolino di Sopra. All the juice went to the Vigneti del Versante. To be released in March of 2024.\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003ci\u003e- By Eric Guido on November 2023\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe 2018 vintage played right into the hands of Caroline Pobitzer and Jan Hendrik Erbach. The exotic florality and bright red fruit of the vintage, combined with Pian dell’Orino’s elegance and crystalline purity, have created something very special within the Vigneti di Versante, the only Brunello bottled in 2018. It’s a remarkably pretty Brunello with a classic feel and accessibility that will provide a long and open drinking window. This was also the first vintage in which the winery used an optical sorter in the selection process. Fans of Pian dell’Orino will not want to miss this, but readers should be aware the wine will enter the market only in the spring of 2024. Speaking of being patient, this recent visit also included a preview of the 2019s, which are already bottled yet won’t be released until 2025. Both the Vigneti di Versante and Bassolino di Sopra from 2019 are shaping up to be fantastic additions to this estate's body of work. I am repeatedly blown away by the depth and balance achieved within the Bassolino di Sopra, a wine that now flirts with perfection. Both wines will require extensive cellaring to hit their apex, while the estate’s killer Rosso di Montalcino holds readers over while waiting.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eVineyard \u0026amp; Terroir\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eThe “Vigneti del Versante” bottling represents a meticulous selection of fruit from the eastern-facing vineyards of the estate, notably Poggio dell’Orino and Poggio al Vento, planted at 350–400 meters elevation. Soils are rich in galestro (marl), limestone, and clay, providing excellent drainage and imparting the wine with both structure and mineral finesse.\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eEastern exposure and altitude help mitigate warm conditions, enhancing aromatic clarity and freshness—a crucial asset in the cooler, more temperate 2018 vintage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003ePian dell'Orino follows strict biodynamic viticulture, with very low yields (~30 hl\/ha) and manual work throughout. No synthetic chemicals are used. Vineyard work is based on lunar and cosmic rhythms, emphasizing soil health and vine balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eVinification \u0026amp; Aging\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eGrapes were harvested by hand in early October after a cool and slow-ripening season. Fermentation occurred with indigenous yeasts in wooden vats, with gentle extraction and long maceration (~30 days). Aging took place over 36 months in large untoasted Stockinger oak casks (25–30 hL), followed by further aging in bottle. The wine is unfined and unfiltered.\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eColor:\u003c\/b\u003e Brilliant ruby red with subtle garnet reflections.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eNose:\u003c\/b\u003e A perfumed bouquet of rose petals, wild strawberry, blood orange, and red currant, complemented by nuances of cedar, tea leaf, wet stone, and dried thyme.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePalate:\u003c\/b\u003e Medium-bodied and linear, the wine offers crystalline red fruit, vibrant acidity, and silky, chalky tannins. 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It is radiant, with a pretty inner sweetness, crisp red berry fruits and mineral tones, all supported by bright acidity. Crunchy and long, the 2010 resonates with youthful tension as adolescent tannin frames the experience beautifully. It is important to note that there was no Riserva in 2010 as wild boars and deer decimated the vineyard that produces it. \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e- By Eric Guido on November 2025\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLast week we tasted the 2004 of this incredible opportunity and we were floored! This was one of the best wines we have had all year and are so excited to offer them to you. There are JUST 110 of these 2 packs made, so these are SUPER RARE! The wines are stored in perfect conditions in the cellars of Sanlorenzo in Montalcino. The labels are refreshed and tagged with the Second Release. \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eClassic winemaking\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e, long macerations, and a long elevage in large, neutral, 30hl botti. These are VERY special and make a great gift or a great personal splurge to see how truly great wine is when it is aged in perfect conditions!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThese make for a PERFECT experience to taste a wine that has been cellared to perfection for the collector or a great gift to a wine loving friend or client!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe bottles included in this wood box tell the story of Sanlorenzo, a tribute to the extraordinary longevity of Brunello di Montalcino wine. Two great vintages, 2004 and 2005, presented in the second release: a limited edition dedicated to a select group of collectors who seek meticulous attention to detail and the maximum expression of the Sangiovese grape. Aged in the cellar, in optimal conditions personally curated by Luciano Ciolfi, owner of the San Lorenzo winery \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e- Winery\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSanlorenzo is situated on the South-West slope of the municipality of Montalcino at an altitude of 500 metres on the ridge of the hills which stretch softly from Civitella to the Ombrone river. 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Ruby with a slight bricking edge. A pronounced nose of sandalwood, balsamic, saddle leather, dried florals, black tea, dried red fruits though a small bit of primary fruit still comes through, it is beautifully tertiary. The palate is med\/med+ bodied, the tannin are resolved and mostly medium and and fine, supple.  The palate is intense, but very elegant, rich, long, complex, mostly tertiary, with the aromas complexity clearly confirmed here on the palate with the savory spice and oodles of dried red to dark red fruits. Outstanding!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe bottles included in this wood box tell the story of Sanlorenzo, a tribute to the extraordinary longevity of Brunello di Montalcino wine. Two great vintages, 2004 and 2005, presented in the second release: a limited edition dedicated to a select group of collectors who seek meticulous attention to detail and the maximum expression of the Sangiovese grape. 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Opens to the nose with notes of cranberry, chinotto and ginger, with touches of blood-orange peel. Savory tannins on the palate, return of citrusy sensations and ginger.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOur Tasting Note: 2019\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eMy initial note is below.\u003c\/em\u003e  On \u003cstrong\u003eday two\u003c\/strong\u003e it was much more open with the aromatics and palate tightness relenting nicely to a young, primary wine.  SO, \u003cu\u003eif you drink one now, decent it for a 2-3 hours.\u003c\/u\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMed+ ruby red core, vibrant lighter red edges. The nose is young and brooding, with an intense and tightly packed nose of primary red fruits, very aromatic purple and red florals, and those textbook garden herbs, the fruit spectrum is currants, cherry, and raspberry, with a stony, smoky mineral note. The palate is medium to full bodied, but not heavy, it rests on a solid structure of young, ripe, structured tannins. The flavor intensity is high, but in very compact layers that will need time in the bottle to broaden.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe bottles included in this wood box tell the story of Sanlorenzo, a tribute to the extraordinary longevity of Brunello di Montalcino wine. Two great vintages, 2004 and 2005, presented in the second release: a limited edition dedicated to a select group of collectors who seek meticulous attention to detail and the maximum expression of the Sangiovese grape. Aged in the cellar, in optimal conditions personally curated by Luciano Ciolfi, owner of the San Lorenzo winery \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e- Winery\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSanlorenzo is situated on the South-West slope of the municipality of Montalcino at an altitude of 500 metres on the ridge of the hills which stretch softly from Civitella to the Ombrone river. The land extends on the two sides of the hills, with the forest to the North and the Val d’Arbia and the vineyards exposed to the South-West and the Maremma.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoils\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGalestro:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e From a geological point of view, the Azienda Agricola Sanlorenzo is characterized by the outcrop of the Formation of Santa Fiora, dating back to between the Upper Cretaceous and the Lower Ecocene (approximately 40 million years ago). These are alternating layers of hazel grey-colored or sometimes green or red clay (marl), with decimetric, grey colored stone layers of calcarenites and fine limestone bedrock underneath this top layer of rocky clays.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVineyards\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThese are located on the property’s Southern slope and are exposed to the South or the West depending on the natural morphology of the terrain. There are 7 hectares in total, all Sangiovese, the first planted in 1972, and the last in 2018. The type of blend is Cordon and Guyot. The number of plants per hectare changes depending on the age of the vines, from 3000 of the oldest to 4500 for the newer.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinemaking (Classic!)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eStraight after picking, the grapes are transported to the winery and carefully destemmed. 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This is elegant and feminine in style, with pillowy soft textures and ripe red fruits as chalky tannins form toward the close. The 2020 tapers off grippy, yet with a bump of residual acids. Orange notes maintain a lovely freshness. The Rosso of Pian dell'Orino continues to be one of the top performers year after year.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eViticulture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Certified biodynamic.\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eThe grapes for this wine come from the vineyards Scopeta, Pian dell’Orino and Pian Bassolino, which are situated from 320 m to 500 m above sea level; the age of these vines was from 13 to18 years at the time of harvest.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinemaking: \u003c\/strong\u003eOnly healthy and ripe berries end in the vinification vat. Spontaneous fermentation started in one day, reaching a maximum temperature of 32°C, and taking 21 days until completion. The young wine then macerated for other 10 days on the skins.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAging: \u003c\/strong\u003eAfter racking, the young wine was aged for 28 months in 25 hl oak barrels. The malolactic fermentation set in immediately following the alcoholic fermentation still in the fermentation vat. 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This is surprisingly soft and supple within, seaming to coast along the palate with polished red and blue fruits. A liquid violet concentration builds tension within. Spicy and structured, the 2021 forms up through the finish, flexing its tannic muscle. Licorice and inner rose notes slowly fade. Bottle age should bring more flesh to the palate. 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Even so, the Vigna Istine impresses with its notable energy and tension. Dark red fruit, white pepper, chalk, mint and dried flowers open in the glass. Today, the Istine feels rather compact and nervy, but it certainly has a ton of character.- By Antonio Galloni on July 2025\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"elementToProof\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003eAntonio Galloni, Vinous Media, July 2025\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eAngela Fronti is among the young producers who have brought a new feeling of energy to Chianti Classico. Fronti has built an impressive collection of wines in a relatively short period of time. “We had a very long summer in 2022,” Fronti explained. “The August rain was helpful, as fruit had stopped ripening in some places, such as higher elevations in Radda. 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Rich, sumptuous and layered, the 2021 is beautifully persistent. Dark red\/purplish fruit, pomegranate and rose petal open first, framed by clean mineral notes that lend palpable vibrancy. The long, sustained finish is a thing of beauty. Like all these wines, it needs considerable time. \u003cem\u003e- By Antonio Galloni on June 2024\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThese new releases from Castello di Ama are spectacular. I tasted the wines twice, once at the property and a second time a few weeks later in New York, where I was able to follow them over time. 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This year's visit focused on the 2019s, a year that started with a lot of humidity followed by an extremely warm summer. However, Bea believes that the harvest was extremely healthy, requiring longer fermentations to compensate for the ripe fruit. The 2019s are a welcome return to Bea’s expectations, following the arid and hot 2017 and wet and cooler 2018 vintages. These wines are powerful yet balanced, soulful and elegant in the Bea style. I especially love the Arboreus, a varietal Trebbiano Spoletino from vines interplanted with fruit trees. Often overlooked by consumers, this wine is ideal for meditation and matures remarkably well. The entry-level, high-energy Rosso San Valentino, 70% Sangiovese, 15% Sagrantino and 15% Montepulciano, is also worth seeking out. The 2019 is one of the most exciting vintages of the San Valentino to date, performing now at an elevated level. Notwithstanding increased prices in recent years, this is still a great value for a Paolo Bea experience. Sadly, the winery suffered huge losses in 2023 due to peronospora in the spring, which may impact the production of the vintage. \u003ci\u003e- By Eric Guido on August 2024\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eThis wine is sourced from the San Valentino vineyard in Montefalco the soil of which is dominated by clay. The vineyard is at 1300 feet altitude. Harvest usually occurs in the final ten days of October. Bea puts all the dry reds through extensive cuvaison. In this instance, the wine usually macerates for approximately 30 days before being racked and prepared for the malolactic fermentation. 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Gorgeous and precise from the get-go, the 2021 is profuse in aromas of black pepper, flint and earthy brambles. Equally perfumed, the palate ups the ante with rose, bergamot and graphite. A firm tannic spine and linear acidity are matched by fruit depth galore, all intricately and tightly stitched. My instinct is that this is only going to get better, so I prefer to wait. The solution is to buy a few bottles to enjoy its evolution.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rvhead\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"colr\"\u003e95 Pts Wine Spectator\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"This luscious, dense red is packed with cherry, blackberry, pomegranate and violet flavors. Its tannins are ripe and refined, while the vibrant acidity keeps everything focused. An iron streak weaves through the long, energetic finish. This is approachable now yet will be better in 2–3 years.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rvhead\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rvhead\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"colr\"\u003e94 Pts Vinous Media\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"The 2021 Chianti Classico Riserva is a wine of pedigree and class. Aromatic, vibrant and delineated, the Riserva captures all the best qualities of the year. Crushed flowers, dark red\/purplish fruit, mint, blood orange and pomegranate are some of the many notes that build in the glass. This is a sublime effort.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rvhead\"\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"colr\"\u003e94 Pts Wine Enthusiast\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"The Monsanto expressions of Sangiovese are uniformly excellent, but all in marvelously different ways. 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Vine age varies, planted on calcareous clay soils.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinemaking:\u003c\/strong\u003e The grapes undergo fermentation in a modern cellar designed to optimize natural gravity flow, preserving the integrity of the fruit.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAging:\u003c\/strong\u003e Matured in French oak barrels for a period that enhances its structural complexity and longevity.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWine Critic Reviews\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVinum Wine Magazine\u003c\/strong\u003e (98): Promising bouquet of wild berry jam, with a subtle hint of undergrowth and vanilla; youthful, tightly knit tannins, the acidity provides the structure, precise evolution, ends on aromas of black cherries and hot stone. 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