"The 2001 Tignanello is an object lesson in how to make Cabernet work with Sangiovese, the two varieties balancing and enhancing one another in admirable symbiosis. (The percentage of Cabernet, in fact, was reduced from the previous 20% to 15% in this vintage, an i (more...)

"Aromas of vanilla, licorice, mint and berries follow through to a full-bodied palate, with silky tannins and a vanilla cream and raspberry aftertaste. Very jammy style. But it grows on you. Move over Australia. Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Syrah. Best after 2007 (more...)

"Deep garnet color. Rich and round with strong fruit notes of wild cherry, plum and blackberry. Intense fruit aromas of plum and blackberry, underlying Mediterranean spices and herbs, later deepening to chocolate, cloves and other Mediterranean macchia spices. Smoo (more...)

"Intense aromas of strawberry, raspberry and vanilla follow through to a full-bodied palate, showing lots of juicy fruit and jammy undertones, with a long finish. Sangiovese and Merlot. Best after 2009. 330 cases made."

"This is a beautiful Cabernet Sauvignon, with currant, mint and blackberry character on the nose. Full-bodied, with fine tannins and a fruity finish. Tight still. Needs time. Best after 2009. 1,500 cases made."

"Intense aromas of raspberry sauce with vanilla cream. Full-bodied, soft and round, with lots of fruit and a caressing, seductive texture on the finish. Big and juicy. Blockbuster. Merlot. Best after 2007. 565 cases made."

"The 2005 Paleo (Cabernet Franc) is impressive. Wild herbs, roasted coffee beans, new leather, minerals and dark fruit emerge from this long, refined wine. Although the intensity tapers off slightly on the mid-palate, this is an absolutely gorgeous wine loaded with (more...)

"Grapefruit and lemon peel aromas follow through to a full body, with lively fruit and acidity. Very flavorful. Drink now. 3,600 cases made."

"What a pleasure it is to taste the 2006 Le Pergole Torte now that it is in bottle. The wine reveals superior density and richness in an especially generous style for this wine. Notes of smoke, licorice, leather and underbrush develop with air, adding layers of com (more...)

"What a pleasure it is to taste the 2006 Le Pergole Torte now that it is in bottle. The wine reveals superior density and richness in an especially generous style for this wine. Notes of smoke, licorice, leather and underbrush develop with air, adding layers of com (more...)

"The estate's 2005 Terre di Confine is a touch fresher and more floral than the masculine 2006. Sweet red cherries, spices and earthiness are some of the nuances that emerge from this beautifully balanced, yet full, red. The finish is long, sweet and finessed. Terr (more...)

"Very ripe and intense on the nose, with prune, licorice, blackberry and flowers. Full-bodied, with chewy tannins and a long, powerful finish that offers lots of toasty oak and ripe fruit. A full-throttle style. Sangiovese, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon. Best after (more...)

"Deep in color and in its rich scent of the earth, this has a more delicate side as well, yielding red currant and floral scents of rose and violet. Oak has rounded the tannins to a smooth texture, without limiting their potent spice. An elegant Bolgheri blend of m (more...)

"The 2006 Il Blu (50% Sangiovese, 45% Merlot, 5% Cabernet Sauvignon) is a striking wine loaded with vibrant dark cherries, violets, sweet spices and French oak in a powerful, structured style. Naturally the Blu doesn’t show the warmth of the Ilatraia but it does (more...)

"The 2008 Rosso dei Notri is a pretty, juicy wine laced with red fruit, flowers and sweet spices, all of which come together on a generous, plump frame with terrific overall balance and harmony. Enjoy this juicy red over the next few years. Anticipated maturity: 20 (more...)

This has great color, with beautiful aromas of brewed coffee and blackberry. Full-bodied, with silky tannins and a polished, refined finish. A beauty. An incredible new wine from Gioia Cresti. Sangiovese and Petit Verdot. Not imported into the U.S. Best after 2011. (more...)

"Intense aromas of ripe blackberry and flowers, with rosemary and coffee hints. Full-bodied, with chewy, polished tannins. Excellent fruit concentration and a flavorful aftertaste. Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc. Best after 2012. 29,165 cases mad (more...)

"Shows freshly sliced plum, with crushed raspberry, almost peach. Full-bodied, with soft, velvety tannins and a long, clean and crisp finish. Hard not to drink now. A fascinating wine. Teroldego and Syrah. Drink now. 1,500 cases made."

"Pretty aromas of crushed raspberry, cherry, vanilla and spice lead to a full body, with velvety tannins and a lot of toasty oak and currant. Long and rich. Very polished. Best after 2011. 5,000 cases made."