"Ruffino Ducale Chianti Classico Riserva is a ruby red color. The bouquet is elegant, with violets, cherries, wild berries and plums. Hints of spices like tobacco, clove and eucalyptus. Riserva Ducale is balanced with delicate tannins. The vibrant acidity, typical of Sangiovese grapes, distinguishes this wine. An enduring finish and a bold structure complete the tasting profile." —winemaker
"Intense ruby red color but with excellent transparency. The nose reveals a classic bouquet of cherries and prunes that open to more sophisticated notes of slate. Complex on the palate, a touch of tartness is accompanied by balanced tannins. Vibrant, succulent body. Exciting finish with a richness of flavor and returning hints of ripe fruit." —winemaker
"Deep ruby red. Vinous aroma, fruity with hints of red fruits, spices and pleasantly complex. Fine, well balanced, intense, fragrant, pleasantly sapid and very enveloping." —winemaker
"This wine is very respectful of the vintage and clearly recalls the typicality of Sangiovese di Montalcino. In fact, the notes of ripe fruit and flowers (such as violet) interface with the savory sensations in a perfect balance; the tannins are smooth and pleasantly accompany the length of the finish." —winemaker
"Bright ruby red. Intense and persistent with hints of wild berries. Savory and full-bodied with rich, well structured berry fruit flavors." —winemaker
"Luminous ruby red. Scents of cherry, raspberry, and sweet violets. Dry on the palate, showing subtle tannins and a fresh, crisp acidity. At its best when partnered with antipasti, full-flavored first courses, and most red meats." —winemaker
"Chianti Classico Tenuta di Capraia is a wine with excellent complexity and structure. It has a red color with violet hues. Intense nose rich in fruity, winy aromas. Accompanied by a pleasant fruity cherry component, the fresh note is particularly remarkable and balanced with hints of lively tannins, which are perfectly integrated with the wine’s extract components." —winemaker
"Vivid ruby red color with intense fragrant aromas. Evident fruity notes among wild black cherry, violet and vanilla. Full-bodied and well-balanced with silky tannins and a long tasty finish." —winemaker
"Intense ruby red. Full and persistent with lifted floral notes, followed by berry fruits and a hint of forest floor. Typical Sangiovese aromas, redolent of Montalcino. Warm, dry, generous and well-balanced. Bright, fresh acidity with depth and Montalcino character. Great length and persistence." —winemaker
"Rosso has a vibrant ruby red color and inviting aromas of ripe berries and forest fruits. Incredibly supple on the palate, with excellent body and balanced structure, Rosso di Altesino is an excellent value." —winemaker
"In the glass, this wine presents an alluring, intense ruby red hue. The aroma is a delightful interplay of fine, expansive red fruits, complemented by hints of flowering grapes and lavender. On the palate, it unfolds as a dry yet soft experience, boasting a full-bodied profile supported by velvety tannins. Its remarkable persistence hints at great aging potential, making it a captivating choice for those seeking a wine with both immediate appeal and the promise of evolving complexity over time." —winemaker
"Elegant and refined with alluring red and black fruits, flowers and mocha in the nose and mouth, this Rosso di Montalcino is made from the younger Brunello vines." —winemaker
"Tenuta di Capraia Riserva is a deep ruby red wine. Its complex and sophisticated aroma reminds of fruits on a first step, gradually opening up and displaying spices and licorice. On the palate, it is fleshy, harmonious and full-bodied, with a long persistence." —winemaker
"Intense ruby red with garnet reflections. An elegant, full and harmonious bouquet persistent with suggestions of vanilla and raspberry. Long and velvety, full, generous, and warm on the palate." —winemaker
"This 2020 Chianti Classico showcases aromas of violets, roses, strawberries, and a hint of cypress. The immediate impact is bright and lively with an incredible flavor intensity. The flavors explode from a dark fruit center of blueberry and are framed by beautiful acids. The finish is dominated by citrus notes of blood orange, ending with lingering earthy cedar." —winemaker
"An old traditional wine that is fresh and velvety, the grapes for the Rosso di Montalcino come partly from the same vineyards dedicated to the production of Brunello and partly from more recently planted vineyards. Pure Sangiovese with fruity aromas, notable structure and persistence, it is both an elegant and very versatile wine." —winemaker
"Delicately perfumed on the nose with a balanced, mid-weight palate. Harmonious and refined with elegant tannins and a long, concentrated finish." —winemaker
"Ruby-red with a garnet rim, this wine's bouquet displays ample aromas of violet, wild berries, tobacco, chocolate, and vanilla. On the palate, Altesino Brunello is rich, full-bodied, and velvety." —winemaker
"The intense ruby red color is a prelude to ample aromas of ripe cherries and wild berries, well blended with spicy notes that give the wine class and complexity. Round, distinctly harmonious and vibrant on the palate, it shows depth and perfect tannins." —winemaker
Wine Anthology Team Review-Full Body, dark berry flavors with a chocolatey backbone. A Sangiovese based blend with a touch of Merlot to round out the well integrated finish. Drinking well now but certainly will improve with a few more years in the bottle. Drinks like a $50 bottle!! Enjoy!