Florence Loisel

Marchesi Antinori

Guado al Tasso Bolgheri Superiore Red Bordeaux Blend 2007

I bought this bottle in Florence around 2019. I later found out the shop was owned by Antinori - the producer of the wine. An excellent Super Tuscan from Bolgheri. 57% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot, 10% Cabernet Franc, 3% Petit Verdot. Dark Ruby with a tawny rim starting to develop. Classic Bordeaux descriptors of Cassis, herbs, tobacco and hints of cocoa with oak totally integrated. A rich and mouth filling palate such that it could have been from a new world vineyard in a good vintage. This is comparable in quality to a good Super Second. Interestingly the 2007 had the major change of Syrah being eliminated from the blend in favour of Cabernet Franc. An outstanding Bordeaux blend which exceeded expectations. I should keep an eye out for more bottles. — 5 months ago

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Tenuta Il Poggione

Brunello di Montalcino Sangiovese 2012

Founded at end of 1800 when Lavinio Franceschi, Florence land owner, visited the area. Over a century later, Tenuta covers an area of 530 hectares (140 planted with vines; 50 with olive trees). Aged in French oak for 36 months, 100% Sangiovese hand picked from 20-year old vines. A Gem! Deep Ruby. rich berry fruit aromas with complex spice. Palate has rich berry fruit flavors, baked cherry, with tobacco, cacao & subtle spice. Soft tannins, long finish ending with seductive earthy tones. Nice, aged well! — 5 years ago

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Fattoria Selvapiana

Vigneto Bucerchiale Riserva Chianti Rùfina Sangiovese 2009

A World Class single vineyard Sangiovese from the elevated Chianti appellation east of Florence and Chianti Classico.

With a gorgeous, deep garnet appearance, teasing tertiary aromatics and flavors, the earthy 2009 is medium/full, deep, robust, still solidly structured and balanced with ample acidity and light, dusty tannins.
— 3 months ago

Marchesi Mazzei

Fonterutoli Chianti Classico Sangiovese Blend 2021

Wow, lovely and so drinkable. (Florence) — 2 years ago

Prunotto

Barolo Nebbiolo 2017

With Allison, Terry and Jane on Penn Stare trip to Florence. — 4 years ago

Rand Bass
with Rand

La Braccesca (Antinori)

Bramasole Cortona Syrah 2021

AEL
9.0

Dark, structured - serious wine. Needed a good hour to fully open up. Antico Ristoro di Cambi in Florence. — 5 months ago

Pian delle Querci

Brunello di Montalcino Sangiovese 2019

A fantastic bottle of Brunello we had in Florence. Deep red and full bodied. Great depths of flavor, cherry, vanilla, tobacco, and lightly floral. — 6 months ago

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Banfi

Brunello di Montalcino Sangiovese 2015

Enjoyed this one at small restaurant near Ponte Vecchio Bridge in Florence. — 3 years ago

Carol Shelton Wines

Rocky Reserve Florence Vineyard Zinfandel 2013

So long since I’ve had a Rockpile wine and loved this!! Black and green pepper along with dark berries (raspberry and blackberry). An excellent jam flavor that just fits so well with bbq ribs. — 5 years ago

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