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Producer Wine Vintage Publication Date Score Detail
Carpineta Fontalpino Dofana Chianti Classico DOCG Gran Selezione 2019 James Suckling 08/08/2024 95
Verbiage

“A well-balanced, lively and refined gran selezione with aromas of forest berries, Morello cherries, dried herbs, clay and baking spices. It’s medium-bodied with finely grained tannins. Velvety texture at the center with great focus and drive. Fine-textured finish with length. From organically grown grapes. Drink or hold.” -James Sucking, Aug. 2024

Castello di Querceto Cignale Colli della Toscana Centrale IGT 2020 James Suckling 08/08/2024 94
Verbiage

“This is a well-crafted and balanced blend of cabernet sauvignon and merlot that has a medium to full body, firm structure and very fine, evenly distributed tannins. It offers subtle notes of red berries and blackberries, fine spices and hints of cigar box, iodine and crushed stones. Focused and long. Already attractive, but better after 2026.” – James Suckling, Aug. 2024

Carpineta Fontalpino Montaperto Chianti Classico DOCG Gran Selezione 2019 James Suckling 08/08/2024 93
Verbiage

“A seductive, well-balanced and focused Chianti Classico with aromas of cherries, clay, warm herbs and baking spices on the nose, following through to a medium body with fine tannins. It’s precise and succulent, with brightness at the center and a long, focused, lively finish. Drink or hold.” -James Suckling, Aug. 2024

Pietradolce Rosato DOC 2023 James Suckling 30/07/2024 91
Verbiage

“A smoky, peatlike style here with red plums and whiffs of flowers. Light-bodied, this has moderate acidity and a refreshing finish, silky and polished to the end. Simple but nice. Drink now.” -James Suckling, Jul. 2024

Pietradolce Etna Bianco DOC 2023 James Suckling 24/07/2024 92
Verbiage

“The sliced-apple, flower and flint aromas come through clearly here. Medium- to full-bodied with a lovely character and vibrancy, this is focused and poised, showing plenty of fruit and a bright finish. Drink now.” -James Suckling, Jul. 2024

Bollini Merlot Trentino DOC 2023 James Suckling 15/07/2024 90
Verbiage

This offers aromas of ripe dark cherries, plums and hints of dried herbs, spices and dried orange peel. Medium-bodied, juicy and mellow on the palate, with silky tannins and a polished, dusty aftertaste. It’s rather simple, but nicely shaped and ready to drink. Vegan. Drink now.

Fèlsina Colonia Chianti Classico Gran Selezione DOCG 2021 James Suckling 14/07/2024 94
Verbiage

A textured, balanced and refined gran selezione with aromas of spiced cherries, forest berries, wild herbs and some forest floor. It’s medium-bodied with finely grained tannins. Velvety texture with such an elegant touch to the well-rounded and layered mid-palate. Flavorful and long. Drink or hold.

Fèlsina Chianti Classico DOCG 2022 James Suckling 13/07/2024 92
Verbiage

A well-balanced, seductive and lively red with aromas of forest berries, red currants, warm herbs and some crushed peppercorns. It’s medium-bodied with fine tannins. Juicy berry character with a lift of spices bringing energy and vitality on the palate and onto the tactile finish. Drink now.

Fèlsina Chianti Classico “Berardenga” DOCG 2021 James Suckling 13/07/2024 93
Verbiage

A well-composed, balanced and refined riserva with aromas of cherries, dried thyme, bark and warm spices. It’s medium-bodied with fine tannins. Dense and textured on the palate, with fine structure and poise. Focused and well defined, with a long, flavorful, vivid finish. Drink or hold.

Fèlsina Chianti Colli Senesi DOCG 2022 James Suckling 13/07/2024 91
Verbiage

A well-crafted, juicy and delicious Chianti with aromas of cherries, currants and some anise on the nose. Medium-bodied with fine tannins. Subtle texture with a bright and playful character and a flavorful, crunchy finish. Drink now.

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