Dec. 12, 2018 | by Joe D’Angelo
International Wine Report | TOP 100 WINES OF 2018
#86 | 95/100 | IL CARBONAIONE 2015 IGT Alta Valle della Greve
“‘The 2015 ‘Il Carbonaione’ is a simply sensational showing in this vintage. This Sangiovese di Lamole was sourced from the The Carbonaione vineyard, and spent 14 months in 90% French and 10% American, prior to 6 months bottle age. It begins with wonderful aromatics of cherries and blackberries, which are accompanied by spices, tobacco, florals and hints of leather all taking shape. This medium to full-bodied red is beautifully structured, with a sleek texture and remarkable finesse. It continues to impress as it displays excellent concentration and a lovely balance of fruit and acidity through the vibrant finish. While this is already offering plenty of early appeal, it also possesses the characteristics to thrive in the cellar. (Best 2020-2032)”
Oct. 31, 2018 | by Monica Larner
eRobertParker.com | Pubb. #239
“ITALY, TUSCANY: CHIANTI CLASSICO (New Releases)“
94/100 | CAPOGATTO 2015 IGT Alta Valle della Greve
“The 2015 Capogatto is a dark and thickly textured blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot and Petit Verdot. That blend of grapes shows extremely well in this warm vintage, and you are treated to directness, fullness and dark fruit intensity as a result. This is a full-bodied red that wraps thickly and smoothly over the palate. It should evolve over the next 10 years or more, or you could drink it right now. Either way will award lots of pleasure and satisfaction”
92/100 | IL CARBONAIONE 2015 IGT Alta Valle della Greve
“The 2015 Il Carbonaione presents a thick and darkly saturated side of Sangiovese. This expression opens to a dark garnet color with ripe aromas of black cherry, prune and blackberry. This edition delivers extra thickness and richness, yet that mid-weight approach is never compromised. This wine should spread out and gain in volume as it evolves in the bottle. Some 26,000 bottles were made (whereas only 2,000 bottles of the 2015 Capogatto were produced)”
Sept. 11, 2018 | by James Suckling
JAMESSUCKLING.COM
99/100 | IL CARBONAIONE 2015 IGT Alta Valle della Greve
“A really exotic nose with so much dried herb character, ranging from thyme and sage to Thai basil. Then there’s more familiar and equally appealing dark blackcurrants, crushed stones and lavender. Full body with very refined tannins that both coat and caress the palate. A long, chewy finish. Drink in 2022”
#18 on JamesSuckling.com TOP 100 WINES OF 2018 | Nov. 4 2018
#4 on JamesSuckling.com TOP 100 WINES OF 2018 | Dec. 1, 2018
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95/100 | CAPOGATTO 2015 IGT Alta Valle della Greve
“This is a tight and focused young red with depth and beauty in both fruit and tannin quality. Violets, purple fruits and hints of flowers. Very aromatic, fresh and vivid. Drink in 2021, but it is exciting already”
95/100 | PIANTONAIA 2015 IGT Alta Valle della Greve
“The gentle power and suggestion to this young red is very enticing. It shows freshness, floras and plenty of dark character. Full-bodied, tight and focused with very polished tannins and a very long finish. Gorgeous. Drink or hold”.
Jul. 31, 2018 | by Bruce Sanderson
WINE SPECTATOR
90/100 | IL CARBONAIONE 2015 IGT Alta Valle della Greve
“This is lush, featuring a light touch of oak spice shading black cherry, blackberry and plum flavors. Firm yet well-integrated, with a lingering, fresh finish. Sangiovese. Drink now through 2022”
May 16, 2018 | by Bruce Sanderson
WINE SPECTATOR INSIDER | Vol.14, No 20
“A FIRST LOOK AT OUR EDITOR’S MOST EXCITING NEW WINES“
93/100 | CAPOGATTO 2015 IGT Alta Valle della Greve
“A sleek red, saturated with cherry, blueberry, mineral and spice flavors. This is driven by vibrant acidity, and the tannins are present yet refined. Shows fine harmony and a lingering finish. Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot. Best from 2020 through 2029”
May 1, 2018 | by Bruce Sanderson
WINE SPECTATOR
91/100 | PIANTONAIA 2015 IGT Alta Valle della Greve
“Infused with black cherry, black currant and herb aromas and flavors, this red is supported by light, dusty tannins. Balanced, yet will benefit from short-term aging, with a lingering aftertaste that incorporates some spice accents. Merlot. Best from 2020 through 2030”
Mar. 1, 2018 | by Kerin O’Keefe
WINE ENTHUSIAST | BUYING GUIDE
87/100 | POGGIO SCALETTE 2015 DOCG Chianti Classico
“Truffle, underbrush, toast and charred earth aromas emerge in the glass. The palate shows the heat of the vintage, offering prune, dried black cherry and roasted coffee bean alongside close-grained tannins that leave a rather raspy finish. Drink sooner rather than later before the remaining fruit dries out”
Feb. 1, 2018 | by Joe D’Angelo
International Wine Report
91/100 | POGGIO SCALETTE 2015 DOCG Chianti Classico
“The 2015 Chianti Classico begins with inviting aromatics of cherries, exotic spices, tobacco, grilled herbs and earthy nuances all taking shape in the glass. This medium-bodied red is still a bit austere and on the leaner side with a notable layer of acidity at its core. The finish shows notable length, and is marked by cherry and spice characteristics. While I suspect this will soften and become a bit more approachable over the next few years, I suspect it will hits its peak within the decade. (Best 2019-2026)”
Jan. 6, 2018 | by Antonio Galloni
VINOUS | “Chianti Classico: The stellar 2015s and Surprising 2014s”
In “Chianti Classico: The Stellar 2015s and Surprising 2014s” Antonio Galloni discusses the “gorgeous, radiant 2015s [and] the nervy, tense 2014s,” featuring () in his list of “Top 2015 Chianti Classicos.” Galloni reviews Chianti from the 2013, 2014, and 2015 vintages, including:
95+/100 | IL CARBONAIONE 2014 IGT Alta Valle della Greve
“The 2014 Il Carbonaione is one of the truly exceptional wines of this challenging season. Lithe and aromatic on the palate, with fabulous energy and overall brightness, it stands out for its superb balance. In many vintages, Il Carbonaione can be a bit bombastic. The 2014, on the other hand, is all finesse. Violet, lavender and cloves add shades of nuance to this bright, beautifully persistent Carbonaione. The 2014 won’t be at its best for at least a few years, but its potential is evident”
93+/100 | CAPOGATTO 2014 IGT Alta Valle della Greve
“The 2014 Capogatto is Poggio Scalette’s blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot and Petit Verdot. In keeping with the style of the year, the flavors are bright and delineated, with midweight structure and tons of energy. It will be interesting to see how the 2014 develops. Today, it is best described as a wine of Poggio Scalette and the vintage, as the personality of the French varieties is not especially evident. A bit of time in the glass does wonders. This is another very pretty and expressive wine”
91/100 | CHIANTI CLASSICO 2015 DOCG Chianti Classico
“The 2015 Chianti Classico is superb. Bright, focused and wonderfully lifted, it offers tons of Sangiovese personality. On the palate, the 2015 is pliant, silky and expressive, with exceptional balance and tons of class. Aging in cement allows the purity of the fruit to come through beautifully”
89/100 | CHIARA AURORA 2016 IGT Alta Valle della Greve bianco
“The 2016 Chiara Aurora, a blend of Trebbiano and Malvasia, is a very pretty white from Poggio Scalette. Citrus and floral notes give the wine its fresh, vibrant personality, but the old vines confer texture and persistence. Drink the 2016 over the next year or two”
88/100 | PIANTONAIA 2014 IGT Alta Valle della Greve
“The 2014 Piantonaia, 100% Merlot, is a pretty, midweight wine. Like the Capogatto, the Piantonaia is very much marked by the personality of the year. It’s attractive, but also a touch slender. It will be interesting to see if more midpalate depth and texture develops with time in bottler”
30/11/2017 | SPECIALE “GUIDE ITALIANE” • EDIZIONE 2018
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