Even though this is 17 years old, the colour is still an amazingly deep garnet even if the rim is now transparent. Oo, that is rather lovely! Lots of evolution and subtlety, with a hint of quite attractive dustiness, on the nose. It does taste very much more like mature Cabernet (even Bordeaux) than anything informed by Sangiovese. Dry (but...

"Initially quite scented, then strangely closed a little in the glass. Subtle tones of cedar, vanilla and dried tobacco, with precision of fresh blackcurrant and a hint of black cherry. There’s an underlying graphite and stone/mineral complexity too. Juicy palate – certainly good acidity here – and a comparatively moderate tannic load, both of which work in harmony to structure...

Poggio Argentato embraces the essence of the Maremma: its land, its unique light, the breeze from the nearby sea, all told by a fragrant and fresh white wine, using the language of northern vines.The singular blend of Sauvignon Blanc, Petit Manseng, Semillon and Traminer make Poggio Argentato a refined, elegant and versatile wine, perfect for summer but good throughout the...

"Guidalberto used to be great value for money, and even though it's a bit pricier these days, the quality has also improved dramatically in recent vintages as Tenuta San Guido seeks to remove the idea of Guidalberto as a ‘second wine’ by building a dedicated winemaking facility and adjusting the blend. The 2022 is loaded with herbal and sea breeze...

"This is very linear and tight with a fine and lightly muscular structure that runs the length of the wine and goes on and on. Medium-bodied, fresh and vivid. Firm, structured, cool and long. 90% sangiovese and 10% cabernet sauvignon. Better from 2027." 94, James Suckling

"The 2021 Chianti Classico is fabulous. Bright and punchy, with terrific resonance, this wine shows just how compelling the vintage is. Readers will find a Chianti Classico of dynamic energy and volume. Dark red cherry, purplish fruit, lavender, rose petal, spice and a gentle kiss of French oak build into the sumptuous, vibrant finish. Superb. The 2021 was aged in...

Juicy ripe strawberry, raspberry, pink grapefruit and red plum. Subtle herbs accompany the fruit and deliciously ripe tannins making this wine an approachable and great value Rosso, exhibiting the classic Sesti charm.