Tuscany
Tuscany, a picturesque region in central Italy, is renowned for producing some of the world's finest wines. With its rolling hills, Mediterranean climate, and rich cultural heritage, Tuscany offers a perfect combination of terroir and winemaking expertise. The region is home to legendary vineyards and wineries that have become synonymous with excellence and tradition.
One of the most famous vineyards in Tuscany is Antinori, a family-owned winery with a history dating back over 600 years. Their wines, such as Tignanello and Solaia, have achieved iconic status, showcasing the region's commitment to quality and innovation. Another renowned vineyard is Castello di Volpaia, known for its exceptional Chianti Classico wines that beautifully represent the Sangiovese grape.
Tuscany is synonymous with Chianti, a red wine made primarily from Sangiovese grapes. Chianti Classico, produced in the heart of the Chianti region, is highly regarded for its balance, elegance, and age-worthiness. Vineyards like Castello di Ama, Fontodi, and Fèlsina craft outstanding Chianti Classico wines that capture the essence of Tuscan winemaking.
The region is also famous for Brunello di Montalcino, a prestigious red wine made from Sangiovese Grosso grapes. Montalcino is home to renowned wineries such as Biondi-Santi and Casanova di Neri, which produce exceptional Brunello di Montalcino wines with remarkable structure, depth, and longevity.
Tuscany's coastal region, Bolgheri, has gained international acclaim for its Super Tuscan wines. These wines often blend international grape varieties like Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot with local varieties. Notable vineyards in Bolgheri include Tenuta San Guido, known for its iconic Sassicaia, and Ornellaia, which produces the renowned Ornellaia wine.
Tuscany's diverse terroir also allows for the production of white wines, with Vernaccia di San Gimignano being the most notable. Vernaccia vineyards like Teruzzi & Puthod and Panizzi create crisp and aromatic white wines that showcase the region's versatility.
Tuscany
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(6x75cl) 2019James Suckling (98)
Perfumed and classy with fresh thyme and currants with some lead pencil. Medium-bodied with very crunchy fruit and a bright and energetic finish. Lively acidity frames the wine with fine tannins. Shows brightness and vivacity. Cabernet sauvignon and sangiovese. Tight now but will come out beautifully with bottle age. From organically grown grapes. Vegan. Try after 2028.Inc. VAT£655.18 -
(6x75cl) 2016Vinous (92+)
The 2016 Chianti Classico is an explosion of floral-infused aromatics and red-toned fruit, all in the super-classic mid-weight style that is such a signature of the Querciabella house style today. Rose petal, lavender, mint and sweet raspberry fruit are pushed to the forefront. This is the first vintage in which more than half of the wine was aged in larger format oak ranging from tonneau to cask. Vineyards in Gaiole and Greve form the core of the blend, with a touch of fruit from Radda. The 2016 has enough freshness to drink well for another decade plus, but I would give it a few years in bottle for the bright acids to integrate a bit further. There are a number of pricier wines in Querciabella's range, but I am not sure any of them can match the Chianti Classico for pure pleasure. What a lovely wine it is.Inc. VAT£226.32 -
Vinous (96)
The 2017 Chianti Classico Gran Selezione is ample, rich and quite seductive, which is to say very much in the style of the year. Dark red fruit, spice, leather, tobacco and incense all build as the 2017 shows off its considerable allure. This is so expressive today.Inc. VAT£467.32 -
Vinous (96)
The 2017 Chianti Classico Gran Selezione is ample, rich and quite seductive, which is to say very much in the style of the year. Dark red fruit, spice, leather, tobacco and incense all build as the 2017 shows off its considerable allure. This is so expressive today.Inc. VAT£181.46 -
(3x75cl) 2017Vinous (96)
The 2017 Chianti Classico Gran Selezione is ample, rich and quite seductive, which is to say very much in the style of the year. Dark red fruit, spice, leather, tobacco and incense all build as the 2017 shows off its considerable allure. This is so expressive today.Inc. VAT£649.98 -
James Suckling (93)
Very floral and fresh with blackberry and lemon rind undertones on the nose. Medium to full body, firm and silky tannins and a long and flavorful finish. Refined and stylish. Drink now. Made from biodynamic grapes.Inc. VAT£109.32 -
Vinous (94)
Querciabella's 2017 Chianti Classico Riserva is fabulous. Sweet perfumed aromatics open up first as this silky, mid-weight Riserva shows off its allure. The warm, dry vintage notwithstanding, Querciabella turned out a gracious, mid-weight Riserva that is incredibly elegant. The 2017 changes constantly in the glass, revealing different sides of its personality over time. It's the perfect wine for the dinner table.Inc. VAT£230.00 -
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(6x75cl) 2020Jeb Dunnuck (96)
This was the first time I’ve tasted the 2020 Turpino cuvée from Maremma. (The first vintage was 2010.) A blend of Syrah and Cabernet Franc, with a small amount of Merlot from a vineyard four kilometers from the ocean, in the glass it pours a deep purple/magenta color and leads with layered sappy herbs followed by notes of crushed rosemary, lavender oil, blackberries, dark chocolate, and plum. Full-bodied, it saturates the palate with ripe, chalky tannins, even acidity, and a lovely, savory, ripe feel through the finish. It has the most depth and richness of these 2020s but also has fantastic savory notes of scrubby herbs throughout. It’s only going to improve over the next several years. Drink 2027-2050.Inc. VAT£219.20 -
Wine Advocate (93)
The 2016 Chianti Classico impresses for the heightened level of vibrant freshness and aromatic precision that distinguishes it in a large playing field. Proprietor Maurizia di Napoli tells me that the 2016 growing season was not without its ups and downs. Farming was difficult, and not all sites came to ripeness with the same consistency because it was cooler toward the end of the growing season. Castello dei Rampolla avoids the use of sulfites in winemaking. However, these results are stunning, especially as this is positioned as a more affordable wine. The blend is 85% Sangiovese, 12% Cabernet Sauvignon and 3% Merlot.Inc. VAT£383.96 -
James Suckling (93)
A classic Chianti Classico with plums, strawberries and peaches on the nose and palate. Medium-bodied with very fine tannins and a long, linear finish with brightness and focus. Juicy finish. Drinkable now, but even better in a year or two.Inc. VAT£166.32 -
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Vinous (91)
Renieri 2010 Brunello di Montalcino is a pretty, fruit-driven wine to drink now and over the next decade. Sweet red cherry, plum, earthiness, rose petal, savory herb and game notes add nuance in a translucent, expressive Brunello with good overall complexity and balance.Inc. VAT£116.80 -
Vinous (91)
A powerful, authoritative wine, Renieri's 2011 Brunello di Montalcino possesses terrific depth and overall intensity. Sweet red cherries, mint and dried herbs open up first, followed by expressive floral notes that add attractive aromatic overtones as the wine continues to open up. The 2011 is both deep yet also medium in body, with a layered feel that only adds to its considerable appeal. This is a strong showing from Renieri and proprietor Marco Bacci.Inc. VAT£314.38 -
James Suckling (100)
Earthy aromas of bark, sand, truffles, graphite, rust, terracotta and sandalwood rise up from the deep with Burgundian poise; fruitier orange zest and preserved lemons glimmer in their wake, while riper incense and tar lurk in this dense forest of aromas. Physics itself gives way as the line between reduction and oxidation is blurred. There’s such richness to the center palate, but the fruit there is vivacious and elegant, swaddled in robust but generous tannins that breach the outermost reaches of the mouth. The finish is hauntingly long, the after effects of the acidity unworldly. This is certainly in a quiet, reserved stage of evolution, and will need time to fully mature in bottle. Drink in 2025.Inc. VAT£436.78 -
James Suckling (100)
A young Brunello with precision and complexity showing violets, blackberries, bramble berries, tea leaf and minerals. Stone undertones, too. Full body, a compressed palate and firm and velvety tannins. Powerful and long. Truly fantastic. Breathtaking. Better in 2018.Inc. VAT£1,395.64 -
Vinous (88)
The 2011 Chianti Classico is intense, deep, rich and layered, the 2011 graces the palate with concentrated sweet dark fruit. The style is deep exuberant but also nicely balanced. Dark red cherries, plums and smoke all meld together in the supple, inviting finish. Overall, the 2011 is a very pretty wine with plenty to offer, especially in the near term. Dark red cherries, plums, lavender and smoke all meld into the inviting finish.Inc. VAT£108.24 -
The Renzo Marinai Chianti Classico Gran Selezione 2010 is a product of meticulous wine-making artistry, nestled in the heart of Tuscany's revered Chianti Classico region. Created by the renowned winemaker, Renzo Marinai, this distinctive vintage displays the timeless elegance synonymous with Gran Selezione wines. Made from carefully hand-harvested Sangiovese grapes grown on organically-certified vineyards, the Renzo Marinai Chianti Classico Gran Selezione 2010 demonstrates a commitment to traditional viticulture and the terroir's integrity. Its eighteen-month ageing process in French oak barriques produces a layered complexity, balancing rich, ripe fruit notes with a delicate spiciness and robust tannic structure. This wine encapsulates the timeless charm of the Chianti Classico region, a deep, ruby-red hue that hints at its intensity, full-bodied character, and velvety finish. The Renzo Marinai Chianti Classico Gran Selezione 2010 is not merely a vintage; it is a testament to the exquisite craft of Italian winemaking.
Inc. VAT£298.32 -
The Wine Independent (97)
This Barone Ricasoli 2018 Casalferro is a selection of the best Merlot from three different vineyards with different exposures, heights, and vine age. The first impression on the nose is of sweet red fruits with a slight green note but after time this melts into a background of sweet spice. On the palate it is soft and medium-full bodied with an elegant texture, gentle acidity and freshness and fine tannins. This is a lovely, graceful example of Merlot. Drink 2022 to 2035.Inc. VAT£269.98 -
(6x75cl) 2015Experience the epitome of Tuscan excellence with Ridolfi, Brunello di Montalcino, Mercatale Riserva 2015. Crafted in the renowned Mercatale Estate, nestled in the heart of Montalcino, this Brunello is a testament to traditional winemaking artistry combined with meticulous attention to detail. The Sangiovese grapes, meticulously handpicked from century-old vines, undergo a slow fermentation process in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks, preserving their vibrant fruit character. Aging for 36 months in French oak barrels imparts subtle vanilla and spice notes, while the extended bottle maturation ensures a harmonious balance of tannins and acidity. Ridolfi, a family-owned producer with a legacy spanning generations, employs sustainable viticulture practices, enhancing the terroir’s expression in each bottle. The Mercatale Riserva 2015 boasts a deep ruby hue, complex aromas of cherry, leather, and tobacco, and a lingering, elegant finish, making it a distinguished choice for connoisseurs seeking unparalleled quality and sophistication.
Inc. VAT£650.33 -
Decanter (94)
Since taking the reins at Riecine in 2016, winemaker Alessandro Campatelli has crafted a Riserva from the 2.6ha 50-year-old Gittori vineyard. It ferments in concrete Nomblot tanks and ages in large untoasted French oak casks from Burgundy cooper Grenier. Pretty strawberry notes provide a backdrop for cinnamon, cardamom and forest brush to shine through. The tannins are supple and powdery, while penetrating acidity rings out on the finish. Plenty of concentration for ageing.Inc. VAT£255.95 -
(6x75cl) 2011The Riecine La Gioia 2011 is an exquisitely refined vintage from the illustrious Tuscan vineyards of the Riecine estate. Stylistically a nod to the Super-Tuscan tradition, Riecine La Gioia 2011 is an outstanding 100% Sangiovese wine, crafted exclusively from organically harvested grapes. Replete with a deep ruby hue, it marries notes of dried cherries, tobacco, and an underpinning hint of Mediterranean herbs. Suavely balanced and intricately layered, with a long, velvety finish that lingers persistently on the palate. Ageing for 18 months in French oak barrels lends this renowned wine an additional depth and elegance, bolstering its hearty Sangiovese character. Acclaimed as one of Italy's premium winemakers, Riecine maintains a steadfast commitment to organic wine production, and this 2011 masterpiece is the epitome of their meticulous, eco-conscious viticulture, fostering a world-class rendition of pure, unadulterated Sangiovese. Relish the excellence of Riecine La Gioia 2011 - a magnificent testament to traditional Tuscan winemaking.
Inc. VAT£374.42 -
(6x75cl) 2021From the revered region of Tuscany in Italy unfolds the exquisite Riecine Vigna Gittori Gran Selezione Chianti Classico 2021. Genuinely capturing the Sangiovese grape's essence, this divine cuvée hails from the winery's prime vineyard, 'Vigna Gittori'. Riecine's dedicated approach combines organic and biodynamic practices, presenting a wine of definitive character and superb quality. This Chianti Classico boasts a harmonious blend of dark fruit sensations, with warmth and spice artfully woven throughout. Its vintage 2021, retains optimum acidity and offers a captivating, sustained finish, all polished by 18 months ageing in French oak barriques. Masterfully crafted by Riecine, an esteemed producer in Gaiole in Chianti, known for their commitment to natural viticulture since their establishment in 1971. Experience the Riecine Vigna Gittori Gran Selezione Chianti Classico 2021, a wine that sits at the pinnacle of Tuscan reds and promises a truly indulgent tasting journey.
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Decanter (100)
Mocha notes on the nose, coffee, cola, vanilla, cinnamon and pink flowers. Fresh with a tannic hold, ample, massy and fleshy but with such clear definition - tannins are mouthfilling but detailed and nuanced so you feel the precision going on as well as the flavours themselves. Feels extremely well worked, all in its place. I love the chewiness, the concentrated ripeness and overall 'in your face' expression because you feel the detail behind it as well as the nuance ranging from primary blueberry, cherry and blackcurrant fruit to more tertiary elements of tobacco, coffee beans, leather, sweet exotic spices and peppery tones. It's lifted and sophisticated, powerful but poised. What a wine! Amazing potential here. It gives you the chills tasting a wine like this. From vines at 450m on schist-based Galestro soils.Inc. VAT£340.00 -
James Suckling (95)
Intense nose of cloves, cedar, dried flowers, orange peel, dark cherries and black tea. Full-bodied, firm and chewy, yet polished and poised with beautiful energy and freshness for the vintage. Long, too. Still needs a couple of years. Drink from 2024.Inc. VAT£542.00 -
James Suckling (95)
Intense nose of cloves, cedar, dried flowers, orange peel, dark cherries and black tea. Full-bodied, firm and chewy, yet polished and poised with beautiful energy and freshness for the vintage. Long, too. Still needs a couple of years. Drink from 2024.Inc. VAT£206.20 -
(3x75cl) 2015Vinous (93)
The 2015 Baffonero, the estate's 100% Merlot, is classy and polished from start to finish. Chocolate, plum and leather appear first, followed by beautifully lifted scents of star anise, white chocolate, orange peel and spice. Stylistically, the 2015 is quite a bit more restrained than most prior vintages. It will be interesting to see if that is reflection of the year or representative of where the wine will goi in coming vintages.Inc. VAT£602.50
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(6x75cl) 2019
James Suckling (98)
Perfumed and classy with fresh thyme and currants with some lead pencil. Medium-bodied with very crunchy fruit and a bright and energetic finish. Lively acidity frames the wine with fine tannins. Shows brightness and vivacity. Cabernet sauvignon and sangiovese. Tight now but will come out beautifully with bottle age. From organically grown grapes. Vegan. Try after 2028.In Bond£526.00 -
(6x75cl) 2016
Vinous (92+)
The 2016 Chianti Classico is an explosion of floral-infused aromatics and red-toned fruit, all in the super-classic mid-weight style that is such a signature of the Querciabella house style today. Rose petal, lavender, mint and sweet raspberry fruit are pushed to the forefront. This is the first vintage in which more than half of the wine was aged in larger format oak ranging from tonneau to cask. Vineyards in Gaiole and Greve form the core of the blend, with a touch of fruit from Radda. The 2016 has enough freshness to drink well for another decade plus, but I would give it a few years in bottle for the bright acids to integrate a bit further. There are a number of pricier wines in Querciabella's range, but I am not sure any of them can match the Chianti Classico for pure pleasure. What a lovely wine it is.In Bond£170.00 -
Vinous (96)
The 2017 Chianti Classico Gran Selezione is ample, rich and quite seductive, which is to say very much in the style of the year. Dark red fruit, spice, leather, tobacco and incense all build as the 2017 shows off its considerable allure. This is so expressive today.In Bond£383.00 -
Vinous (96)
The 2017 Chianti Classico Gran Selezione is ample, rich and quite seductive, which is to say very much in the style of the year. Dark red fruit, spice, leather, tobacco and incense all build as the 2017 shows off its considerable allure. This is so expressive today.In Bond£148.00 -
(3x75cl) 2017
Vinous (96)
The 2017 Chianti Classico Gran Selezione is ample, rich and quite seductive, which is to say very much in the style of the year. Dark red fruit, spice, leather, tobacco and incense all build as the 2017 shows off its considerable allure. This is so expressive today.In Bond£532.00 -
James Suckling (93)
Very floral and fresh with blackberry and lemon rind undertones on the nose. Medium to full body, firm and silky tannins and a long and flavorful finish. Refined and stylish. Drink now. Made from biodynamic grapes.In Bond£88.00 -
Vinous (94)
Querciabella's 2017 Chianti Classico Riserva is fabulous. Sweet perfumed aromatics open up first as this silky, mid-weight Riserva shows off its allure. The warm, dry vintage notwithstanding, Querciabella turned out a gracious, mid-weight Riserva that is incredibly elegant. The 2017 changes constantly in the glass, revealing different sides of its personality over time. It's the perfect wine for the dinner table.In Bond£171.00 -
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(6x75cl) 2011In Bond£259.00
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(6x75cl) 2020
Jeb Dunnuck (96)
This was the first time I’ve tasted the 2020 Turpino cuvée from Maremma. (The first vintage was 2010.) A blend of Syrah and Cabernet Franc, with a small amount of Merlot from a vineyard four kilometers from the ocean, in the glass it pours a deep purple/magenta color and leads with layered sappy herbs followed by notes of crushed rosemary, lavender oil, blackberries, dark chocolate, and plum. Full-bodied, it saturates the palate with ripe, chalky tannins, even acidity, and a lovely, savory, ripe feel through the finish. It has the most depth and richness of these 2020s but also has fantastic savory notes of scrubby herbs throughout. It’s only going to improve over the next several years. Drink 2027-2050.In Bond£162.00 -
Wine Advocate (93)
The 2016 Chianti Classico impresses for the heightened level of vibrant freshness and aromatic precision that distinguishes it in a large playing field. Proprietor Maurizia di Napoli tells me that the 2016 growing season was not without its ups and downs. Farming was difficult, and not all sites came to ripeness with the same consistency because it was cooler toward the end of the growing season. Castello dei Rampolla avoids the use of sulfites in winemaking. However, these results are stunning, especially as this is positioned as a more affordable wine. The blend is 85% Sangiovese, 12% Cabernet Sauvignon and 3% Merlot.In Bond£299.99 -
James Suckling (93)
A classic Chianti Classico with plums, strawberries and peaches on the nose and palate. Medium-bodied with very fine tannins and a long, linear finish with brightness and focus. Juicy finish. Drinkable now, but even better in a year or two.In Bond£120.00 -
In Bond£148.00
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In Bond£188.00
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Vinous (91)
Renieri 2010 Brunello di Montalcino is a pretty, fruit-driven wine to drink now and over the next decade. Sweet red cherry, plum, earthiness, rose petal, savory herb and game notes add nuance in a translucent, expressive Brunello with good overall complexity and balance.In Bond£94.00 -
Vinous (91)
A powerful, authoritative wine, Renieri's 2011 Brunello di Montalcino possesses terrific depth and overall intensity. Sweet red cherries, mint and dried herbs open up first, followed by expressive floral notes that add attractive aromatic overtones as the wine continues to open up. The 2011 is both deep yet also medium in body, with a layered feel that only adds to its considerable appeal. This is a strong showing from Renieri and proprietor Marco Bacci.In Bond£242.00 -
James Suckling (100)
Earthy aromas of bark, sand, truffles, graphite, rust, terracotta and sandalwood rise up from the deep with Burgundian poise; fruitier orange zest and preserved lemons glimmer in their wake, while riper incense and tar lurk in this dense forest of aromas. Physics itself gives way as the line between reduction and oxidation is blurred. There’s such richness to the center palate, but the fruit there is vivacious and elegant, swaddled in robust but generous tannins that breach the outermost reaches of the mouth. The finish is hauntingly long, the after effects of the acidity unworldly. This is certainly in a quiet, reserved stage of evolution, and will need time to fully mature in bottle. Drink in 2025.In Bond£344.00 -
James Suckling (100)
A young Brunello with precision and complexity showing violets, blackberries, bramble berries, tea leaf and minerals. Stone undertones, too. Full body, a compressed palate and firm and velvety tannins. Powerful and long. Truly fantastic. Breathtaking. Better in 2018.In Bond£1,147.00 -
Vinous (88)
The 2011 Chianti Classico is intense, deep, rich and layered, the 2011 graces the palate with concentrated sweet dark fruit. The style is deep exuberant but also nicely balanced. Dark red cherries, plums and smoke all meld together in the supple, inviting finish. Overall, the 2011 is a very pretty wine with plenty to offer, especially in the near term. Dark red cherries, plums, lavender and smoke all meld into the inviting finish.In Bond£84.00 -
The Renzo Marinai Chianti Classico Gran Selezione 2010 is a product of meticulous wine-making artistry, nestled in the heart of Tuscany's revered Chianti Classico region. Created by the renowned winemaker, Renzo Marinai, this distinctive vintage displays the timeless elegance synonymous with Gran Selezione wines. Made from carefully hand-harvested Sangiovese grapes grown on organically-certified vineyards, the Renzo Marinai Chianti Classico Gran Selezione 2010 demonstrates a commitment to traditional viticulture and the terroir's integrity. Its eighteen-month ageing process in French oak barriques produces a layered complexity, balancing rich, ripe fruit notes with a delicate spiciness and robust tannic structure. This wine encapsulates the timeless charm of the Chianti Classico region, a deep, ruby-red hue that hints at its intensity, full-bodied character, and velvety finish. The Renzo Marinai Chianti Classico Gran Selezione 2010 is not merely a vintage; it is a testament to the exquisite craft of Italian winemaking.
In Bond£230.00 -
The Wine Independent (97)
This Barone Ricasoli 2018 Casalferro is a selection of the best Merlot from three different vineyards with different exposures, heights, and vine age. The first impression on the nose is of sweet red fruits with a slight green note but after time this melts into a background of sweet spice. On the palate it is soft and medium-full bodied with an elegant texture, gentle acidity and freshness and fine tannins. This is a lovely, graceful example of Merlot. Drink 2022 to 2035.In Bond£205.00 -
(6x75cl) 2015
Experience the epitome of Tuscan excellence with Ridolfi, Brunello di Montalcino, Mercatale Riserva 2015. Crafted in the renowned Mercatale Estate, nestled in the heart of Montalcino, this Brunello is a testament to traditional winemaking artistry combined with meticulous attention to detail. The Sangiovese grapes, meticulously handpicked from century-old vines, undergo a slow fermentation process in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks, preserving their vibrant fruit character. Aging for 36 months in French oak barrels imparts subtle vanilla and spice notes, while the extended bottle maturation ensures a harmonious balance of tannins and acidity. Ridolfi, a family-owned producer with a legacy spanning generations, employs sustainable viticulture practices, enhancing the terroir’s expression in each bottle. The Mercatale Riserva 2015 boasts a deep ruby hue, complex aromas of cherry, leather, and tobacco, and a lingering, elegant finish, making it a distinguished choice for connoisseurs seeking unparalleled quality and sophistication.
In Bond£522.00 -
Decanter (94)
Since taking the reins at Riecine in 2016, winemaker Alessandro Campatelli has crafted a Riserva from the 2.6ha 50-year-old Gittori vineyard. It ferments in concrete Nomblot tanks and ages in large untoasted French oak casks from Burgundy cooper Grenier. Pretty strawberry notes provide a backdrop for cinnamon, cardamom and forest brush to shine through. The tannins are supple and powdery, while penetrating acidity rings out on the finish. Plenty of concentration for ageing.In Bond£194.00 -
(6x75cl) 2011
The Riecine La Gioia 2011 is an exquisitely refined vintage from the illustrious Tuscan vineyards of the Riecine estate. Stylistically a nod to the Super-Tuscan tradition, Riecine La Gioia 2011 is an outstanding 100% Sangiovese wine, crafted exclusively from organically harvested grapes. Replete with a deep ruby hue, it marries notes of dried cherries, tobacco, and an underpinning hint of Mediterranean herbs. Suavely balanced and intricately layered, with a long, velvety finish that lingers persistently on the palate. Ageing for 18 months in French oak barrels lends this renowned wine an additional depth and elegance, bolstering its hearty Sangiovese character. Acclaimed as one of Italy's premium winemakers, Riecine maintains a steadfast commitment to organic wine production, and this 2011 masterpiece is the epitome of their meticulous, eco-conscious viticulture, fostering a world-class rendition of pure, unadulterated Sangiovese. Relish the excellence of Riecine La Gioia 2011 - a magnificent testament to traditional Tuscan winemaking.
In Bond£292.78 -
(6x75cl) 2021
From the revered region of Tuscany in Italy unfolds the exquisite Riecine Vigna Gittori Gran Selezione Chianti Classico 2021. Genuinely capturing the Sangiovese grape's essence, this divine cuvée hails from the winery's prime vineyard, 'Vigna Gittori'. Riecine's dedicated approach combines organic and biodynamic practices, presenting a wine of definitive character and superb quality. This Chianti Classico boasts a harmonious blend of dark fruit sensations, with warmth and spice artfully woven throughout. Its vintage 2021, retains optimum acidity and offers a captivating, sustained finish, all polished by 18 months ageing in French oak barriques. Masterfully crafted by Riecine, an esteemed producer in Gaiole in Chianti, known for their commitment to natural viticulture since their establishment in 1971. Experience the Riecine Vigna Gittori Gran Selezione Chianti Classico 2021, a wine that sits at the pinnacle of Tuscan reds and promises a truly indulgent tasting journey.
In Bond£434.00 -
In Bond£220.00
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Decanter (100)
Mocha notes on the nose, coffee, cola, vanilla, cinnamon and pink flowers. Fresh with a tannic hold, ample, massy and fleshy but with such clear definition - tannins are mouthfilling but detailed and nuanced so you feel the precision going on as well as the flavours themselves. Feels extremely well worked, all in its place. I love the chewiness, the concentrated ripeness and overall 'in your face' expression because you feel the detail behind it as well as the nuance ranging from primary blueberry, cherry and blackcurrant fruit to more tertiary elements of tobacco, coffee beans, leather, sweet exotic spices and peppery tones. It's lifted and sophisticated, powerful but poised. What a wine! Amazing potential here. It gives you the chills tasting a wine like this. From vines at 450m on schist-based Galestro soils.In Bond£273.00 -
James Suckling (95)
Intense nose of cloves, cedar, dried flowers, orange peel, dark cherries and black tea. Full-bodied, firm and chewy, yet polished and poised with beautiful energy and freshness for the vintage. Long, too. Still needs a couple of years. Drink from 2024.In Bond£431.00 -
James Suckling (95)
Intense nose of cloves, cedar, dried flowers, orange peel, dark cherries and black tea. Full-bodied, firm and chewy, yet polished and poised with beautiful energy and freshness for the vintage. Long, too. Still needs a couple of years. Drink from 2024.In Bond£161.50 -
(3x75cl) 2015
Vinous (93)
The 2015 Baffonero, the estate's 100% Merlot, is classy and polished from start to finish. Chocolate, plum and leather appear first, followed by beautifully lifted scents of star anise, white chocolate, orange peel and spice. Stylistically, the 2015 is quite a bit more restrained than most prior vintages. It will be interesting to see if that is reflection of the year or representative of where the wine will goi in coming vintages.In Bond£491.75
