Vintage 2018 | I do not know wines of Donatella Cinelli Colombini that have disappointed me. This cuvée is new to me. The dragon in the label is Carlo, Donatello’s husband. The 8 doves on the label are the women who made the wine. This is the first Italian winery staffed by women only. It’s a bit curious for the grapeblend that is used is unusual: 60% Sangiovese, 20% Merlot and 20% Sagrantino. Purple red colour. Beautiful cherries in smell, vanilla and a hint of cacao. Very vibrant taste with good acidity. I paired this dragon wine with a diabolo spaghetti. A sauce of San Marzano tomatoes and red pepper, pancetta and minced beefmeat. — 5 months ago
The aromas and taste have evolved. Delicious old fruity aromas and flavors. Tannins are still gripping so it hasn't fully developed. Black fruit. A little old wood funk and brett. Slightly warm on the finish. Amazing overall. 14% abv — 8 years ago
A fun chianti from concrete. Cheers to the ladies at Colle — 7 years ago
This wine's story is interesting & important -- biodynamic wine production by only women! Paired well with Waygu beef, beet, potato & frizzled kale. — 7 years ago
Met the winemakers while on a tour with Donatella in 2014. An easy to drink red. — 8 years ago
Extremely satisfying, especially at €14.50/bottle. — 8 years ago
Noah Chasin
Needs a days to fully reveal itself. Then: Kapow! Will be excited to try in five years. — 18 days ago