Montepulciano, Siena, Tuscany, Italy
Small, family owned winery farmed organically by hand. The riserva has 3 years in oak and could use a little more time to integrate, but already it’s very elegant and aromatic. Beautiful and soulful wine showing very primary right now with raspberry, cherry, balsamic, a bit of leather and licorice with air
Small, family owned winery farmed organically by hand. The riserva has 3 years in oak and could use a little more time to integrate, but already it’s very elegant and aromatic. Beautiful and soulful wine showing very primary right now with raspberry, cherry, balsamic, a bit of leather and licorice with air
Dec 8th, 2024
The 2015 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano Riserva pulls you close and holds your attention firm. This opens with an initial earthy, almost-animalistic burst, at first unleashing notes of crushed ashen stone, musk and smoke. Only with time in the glass does it reveal depths of black cherry, dusty rose and cloves, all offset by a spicy whiff of blood orange. It enters the palate silky in texture, with a pure and vivid display of red currants and savory herbs nicely contrasted by hints of sour citrus and juicy acidity. Nuanced tannins linger, framing the experience well, as rosy inner florals and savory nuances of minerals and young plum resonate throughout. What an incredibly beautiful yet understated expression this is. The Riserva is a classic blend of 80% Sangiovese to 20% Canaiolo and Mammolo. Wow. (Eric Guido, Vinous, December 2021)
The 2015 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano Riserva pulls you close and holds your attention firm. This opens with an initial earthy, almost-animalistic burst, at first unleashing notes of crushed ashen stone, musk and smoke. Only with time in the glass does it reveal depths of black cherry, dusty rose and cloves, all offset by a spicy whiff of blood orange. It enters the palate silky in texture, with a pure and vivid display of red currants and savory herbs nicely contrasted by hints of sour citrus and juicy acidity. Nuanced tannins linger, framing the experience well, as rosy inner florals and savory nuances of minerals and young plum resonate throughout. What an incredibly beautiful yet understated expression this is. The Riserva is a classic blend of 80% Sangiovese to 20% Canaiolo and Mammolo. Wow. (Eric Guido, Vinous, December 2021)
A bit on the modern side. Opaque deep ruby color. Lots of kirsch on the palate followed by hints of leather, spice and earth. Very nice.
A bit on the modern side. Opaque deep ruby color. Lots of kirsch on the palate followed by hints of leather, spice and earth. Very nice.
Dec 3rd, 2020
Cherry, baking spices, short but pleasant woodsy finish.
Cherry, baking spices, short but pleasant woodsy finish.
1 person found it helpfulFeb 19th, 2019
A very nice and balanced Vino Nobile with good acidity and fruit. Excellent price point as well. Recommended.
A very nice and balanced Vino Nobile with good acidity and fruit. Excellent price point as well. Recommended.
Jun 4th, 2020Lighter flavor, medium body, flowery and perfumed scent, falls a bit flat on the tongue.
Lighter flavor, medium body, flowery and perfumed scent, falls a bit flat on the tongue.
Feb 17th, 2019
Seriously hitting it’s straps. Balanced palate offering fruit, well nuanced oak and hints of tertiary
Seriously hitting it’s straps. Balanced palate offering fruit, well nuanced oak and hints of tertiary
Apr 23rd, 2018
