Montepeloso

A Quo Toscana Cabernet Sauvignon Sangiovese

9.0227 ratings
9.033 pro ratings
Tuscany, Italy
Cabernet Sauvignon, Sangiovese
Onion, Shallot, Garlic, Pasta, Venison, Tomato-Based, Potato, Pork, Chocolate & Caramel, White Rice, Mushrooms, Beef, Lamb, Chili & Hot Spicy, Manchego & Parmesan, Exotic Spices, Baking Spices, Herbs, Beans & Peas, Hard Cheese, Pungent Cheese, Chicken, Salami & Prosciutto, Soft Cheese, Duck, Turkey
Top Notes For
Paco Suro

Easy drinking. Very approachable.

Easy drinking. Very approachable.

Mar 6th, 2021
Austin Baird

Big and inky

Big and inky

Feb 22nd, 2019
Lucid Selections

A Biodynamically farmed Maremma wine that over-delivers in a major way.

A Biodynamically farmed Maremma wine that over-delivers in a major way.

Oct 25th, 2018
Evan Hansen

A roller coaster ride or tug of war between cab and Sangiovese, it seems. At times, it seems big and jammy and nondescript. But then this nice, edgy, rustic quality would poke out. Good acid. Definitely a crowd pleaser, but I need to drink more to formulate an opinion.

A roller coaster ride or tug of war between cab and Sangiovese, it seems. At times, it seems big and jammy and nondescript. But then this nice, edgy, rustic quality would poke out. Good acid. Definitely a crowd pleaser, but I need to drink more to formulate an opinion.

4 people found it helpfulMar 13th, 2014
Steven Gullo

Nice expression of Montepulciano, Sangiovese blend. black pepper and dried cherries

Nice expression of Montepulciano, Sangiovese blend. black pepper and dried cherries

3 people found it helpfulMay 2nd, 2015
Fredrik Finn

The only wine made from Montepeloso in 2017, all the top fruit was used for the level A Quo and with a triumphing result and plenty of revenue for a modest investment. Ripe yet fresh red and black fruit with an underlying freshness, floral aromas and a dimensional complexity brought by toast, spice, warm rocks and a savory meatiness. Expanding fruit on the palate in casing of fresh acidity and a solid yet soft grip from the ripe tannins. Offensive yet integrated alcohol and balanced act throughout the finish. Quite unusual blend 30% Montepulciano, 30% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20 %Sangiovese, 10% Marselan, 10% Alicante

The only wine made from Montepeloso in 2017, all the top fruit was used for the level A Quo and with a triumphing result and plenty of revenue for a modest investment. Ripe yet fresh red and black fruit with an underlying freshness, floral aromas and a dimensional complexity brought by toast, spice, warm rocks and a savory meatiness. Expanding fruit on the palate in casing of fresh acidity and a solid yet soft grip from the ripe tannins. Offensive yet integrated alcohol and balanced act throughout the finish. Quite unusual blend 30% Montepulciano, 30% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20 %Sangiovese, 10% Marselan, 10% Alicante

1 person found it helpfulMay 8th, 2020
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9.3

The 2017 A Quo is the only wine Montepeloso bottled in a brutal, challenging vintage in which dehydration took with it 40% of the potential crop. All of the best fruit went into the entry-level A Quo, which is positively stellar in 2017. Red cherry jam, mint, cedar and wild flowers are all wonderfully fused together in a sumptuous, racy Bolgheri red that punches well above its weight. (Antonio Galloni, Vinous, March 2020)

The 2017 A Quo is the only wine Montepeloso bottled in a brutal, challenging vintage in which dehydration took with it 40% of the potential crop. All of the best fruit went into the entry-level A Quo, which is positively stellar in 2017. Red cherry jam, mint, cedar and wild flowers are all wonderfully fused together in a sumptuous, racy Bolgheri red that punches well above its weight. (Antonio Galloni, Vinous, March 2020)

1 person found it helpfulApr 16th, 2020
Jörgen Lindström Carlvik

Owner, Brix Wine Consultants

8.6

Another winning entry level bottling by Montepeloso, bursting with cherry fruit, dried flowers and lifted by fresh acidity.

Another winning entry level bottling by Montepeloso, bursting with cherry fruit, dried flowers and lifted by fresh acidity.

1 person found it helpfulOct 25th, 2013
Palmer Emmitt

Owner/Winemaker Judge Palmer

9.0

For the price it's hard to beat - a "super" Tuscan. Great mix of fruit, leather and earth with big creamy oak character.

For the price it's hard to beat - a "super" Tuscan. Great mix of fruit, leather and earth with big creamy oak character.

Jan 14th, 2017
Jörgen Lindström Carlvik

Owner, Brix Wine Consultants

9.2

Seductive and generous yet very precisely crafted, this sexy Sangiovese based blend offers amazing depth considering its modest price tag. More elegant than usual, it marks a new era of this cuvée. Well done!

Seductive and generous yet very precisely crafted, this sexy Sangiovese based blend offers amazing depth considering its modest price tag. More elegant than usual, it marks a new era of this cuvée. Well done!

Dec 29th, 2015