Freddy R. Troya

9.5

Valdisanti Toscana 2020
Toscana IGT, Tenuta San Giovanni, Tuscany, Italy 🇮🇹

Overview
Named in honor of Pier Luigi Tolaini’s mother, Valdisanti is Tolaini’s signature Super Tuscan from Tenuta San Giovanni—right at the southern edge of Chianti Classico. The 2020 vintage is crafted entirely from estate-grown fruit and features a 50% Cabernet Sauvignon / 50% Cabernet Franc blend. This pure Bordeaux-style combination underscores both structure and aromatic vibrancy, reflecting both modern winemaking finesse and Tuscan terroir.  

Aromas & Flavors
Dark and compelling on the nose—black cherry, ripe cassis, and tobacco merge with aromatic notes of Mediterranean herbs, graphite, and leather. Layered hints of licorice and espresso build toward a rich, spice-kissed finish.   

Mouthfeel
Full-bodied and structured with firm yet supple tannins and lively acidity. The wine is generous on the palate yet balanced, leading to a long finish that reveals depth and elegant austerity.   

Winemaking Notes
Grapes are meticulously hand-harvested and optically sorted, then fermented on skins for 25 days in French oak vats. Aging continues for 16 months in French barriques, including 6 months on lees, drawing out both richness and aging potential.  

Food Pairing
Pairs brilliantly with Tuscan specialties like bistecca alla Fiorentina, wild boar ragù, or aged Pecorino Toscano. Its structure also complements urban grills, roasted game, or hearty stews.

Verdict
Valdisanti 2020 is a refined Super Tuscan that marries Bordeaux balance with Tuscan character. With its 50/50 Cabernet blend and meticulous winemaking, this wine is both graceful and powerful—a true standout for collectors and dinner tables alike. It will cellar beautifully over the next 10–15 years. A la salute!! — 9 days ago

WC Fields

9.1

Sunset adding points! — 2 months ago

Larry Mik

9.0

2023 was good. Easy drinking open s with Smokey, tobacco, cherry and a sweet, linger tannin finish. — 3 months ago

Alexandre Pagliano

9.0

We had it a Lucali, a pizza restaurant in Miami. Medium dark rubi robe, nose of spices and black fruits. Medium bodied, fresh and with civilised tannins. Good stuff for the price and worked wonders with the excellent pizza. — 2 months ago

with Jose, veronique and 1 other

Carsten Rudolph

9.4

Much better than the previous one😃 — 2 months ago

Freddy R. Troya

9.0

Terre di Talamo Vento Vermentino Maremma Toscana 2023
Tuscany, Italy 🇮🇹

Overview
An expressive Tuscan white made from 100% Vermentino, grown on the sun-drenched hillsides of Maremma overlooking the Tyrrhenian Sea. This IGT wine is crafted from organically farmed vineyards, bringing a layered and vibrant expression of the Mediterranean coast.

Aromas & Flavors
On the nose, inviting notes of yellow stone fruits, sliced mango, and citrus peel, supported by a mineral backbone. The palate leans toward ripe pear and juicy melon, lifted by crisp acidity and a clean, dry finish.

Mouthfeel
Medium-bodied, fresh, and structured, with a balance of fruit richness and refreshing salinity. A wine that feels both coastal and elegant, with a lingering, slightly juicy character.

Winemaking Notes
Produced with 100% organic grapes. Stainless steel fermentation preserves freshness and highlights Vermentino’s natural aromatic intensity.

Food Pairing
A perfect match for grilled seafood, shellfish pastas, caprese salads, and roasted vegetables. Its freshness also makes it a great aperitivo wine.

Verdict
A crowd-pleasing Tuscan Vermentino with a Mediterranean soul—ripe, mineral, and refreshing. Proof that Maremma’s whites can rival the region’s famous reds.
— 3 months ago

Patti Petree

8.9

Just ok for John — 19 days ago

Orly Berke

8.9

Very fruity and rich. Goes well with pasta and red sauce. — a month ago

Sara Gill

8.9

Having with porterhouse — a month ago

Silvia Rossi

9.0

Thanks Lore D. ♥️ — 2 months ago