{"id":10182,"date":"2026-03-18T05:50:32","date_gmt":"2026-03-18T09:50:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/panoramitalia.com\/?p=10182"},"modified":"2026-03-18T05:55:10","modified_gmt":"2026-03-18T09:55:10","slug":"vino-nobile-di-montepulcianos-new-chapter","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/panoramitalia.com\/index.php\/2026\/03\/18\/vino-nobile-di-montepulcianos-new-chapter\/","title":{"rendered":"Vino Nobile di Montepulciano\u2019s New Chapter"},"content":{"rendered":"

by Gabriel Riel-Salvatore<\/strong><\/p>

Held within the imposing walls of the Fortezza di Montepulciano, this year\u2019s Anteprima Vino Nobile offered a comprehensive preview of the appellation\u2019s stylistic range\u2014from juicy Rosso expressions to age-worthy Riserva bottlings.<\/p>

Vino Nobile wines have been present on the Canadian market for decades, with flagship producers such as Carpineto leading the way. Other established names\u2014including Avignonesi and Poliziano\u2014have since been joined by newer household labels such as La Braccesca (Antinori) and Tenuta Calimaia (Frescobaldi). <\/p>

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Torre Civica in Piazza Grande in Montepulciano (Tuscany)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n
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Vino Nobile Logo<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/figure>

Yet a whole generation of young winemakers remains to be discovered in this appellation, which stylistically falls midway between Chianti Classico\u2019s finesse and the opulence of Brunello di Montalcino.
Producers such as Bindella, Boscarelli, Icario, and Talosa reflect the enduring potential of a noble land planted with vineyards for centuries. <\/p>

Keep an eye on Le B\u00e8rne, which has recently entered the Canadian market on commission with an approachable Rosso di Montepulciano marked by crunchy red fruit alongside a more serious Riserva offering deeper tones of dark fruit, sweet spice, and charred oak. <\/p>

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Le B\u00e8rne Label<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n
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Federico Fastelli from Le Berne with Gabriel Riel-Salvatore<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/figure>

Also worth noting is Poggio alla Sala, a property recently acquired by Italian-Canadian entrepreneur from Montreal, Eric Toppetta. His wines should enter the market on commission withing the next few months.<\/p>

Based on a minimum of 85% Sangiovese\u2014locally known as Prugnolo Gentile\u2014the more serious Pieve designation, encompassing 12 subzones, undergoes at least three years of ageing prior to release and is, for the most part, 100% Sangiovese-based. The result are structured wines that can be thought of as mini-Brunellos\u2014often at a fraction of the price.<\/p>

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Tasting of Pieve Grands Crus<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n
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Eric Toppetta owner of Poggio alla Sala<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/figure>

Vino Nobile di Montepulciano Producers to watch for<\/strong>: Le B\u00e8rne, Sanguineto, La Braccesca, Bindella, Boscarelli, Carpineto, Poggio alla Sala, Icario<\/p>

Beyond the Black Rooster<\/strong><\/p>

*Anteprima Toscana is Tuscany\u2019s annual February preview week for trade and press, where new vintages are tasted before release. Bringing together key appellations such as Chianti Classico, Vino Nobile di Montepulciano, Chianti, Morellino di Scansano and Val d\u2019Arno di Sopra, it offers an early read on vintage quality and stylistic direction.<\/em><\/p>

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Piazza Grande in Montepulciano (Tuscany)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n
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View on Montepulciano (Tuscany)<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/figure>

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General Assessment and Tasting notes from Vino Nobile di Montepulciano Preview at Anteprima Toscana 2026<\/strong><\/h2>

The Vino Nobile di Montepulciano Preview at Anteprima Toscana 2026<\/strong> sketched a clear hierarchy in both structure and intent, from approachable Annata 2023<\/strong> to the more sculpted Riserva 2022<\/strong>, and\u2014most compellingly\u2014the still-emerging identity of the Pieve<\/strong> tier.<\/p>

In the 2023 Annata<\/strong> flight, the strongest wines leaned into crunchy red fruit, lively acidity, and drinkability<\/strong>, with several producers showing polished balance (notably Il Molinaccio \u201cLa Spinosa,\u201d La Braccesca, Poliziano,<\/strong> and Tenuta Calimaia<\/strong>). Alongside these fresher expressions, a handful of samples were marked by heavier oak, stewed fruit, or bretty\/barnyard tones<\/strong>, occasionally tipping the wines toward a more rustic or less resolved profile.<\/p>

The Riserva 2022<\/strong> group stepped up in tannin density and aromatic detail<\/strong>, often reading as younger, firmer, and more age-worthy<\/strong>\u2014with highlights including Crociani<\/strong>, Le B\u00e8rne<\/strong>, Bindella Vallocaia<\/strong>, and the precise elegance of Tenuta Calimaia<\/strong>.<\/p>

The Pieve tastings<\/strong> were the most narratively engaging: many samples carried a stronger sense of site-driven shape<\/strong>, from the finesse and length of Le B\u00e8rne \u201cAlto\u201d (2022)<\/strong> and Carpineto \u201cPoggio Sant\u2019Enrico Grande\u201d (2021\u20132022)<\/strong> to the lifted, vibrant profiles from Molinaccio (2021)<\/strong> and Calimaia \u201cViacoste\u201d (2022)<\/strong>. Overall, the category suggests a top tier increasingly defined by clarity, texture, and place<\/strong>.<\/p>

Vino Nobile di Montepulciano DOCG requires a minimum of 70% Sangiovese<\/strong> (locally Prugnolo Gentile<\/em>).<\/p>

Vino Nobile di Montepulciano \u2014 Annata<\/strong><\/h2>

Vintage 2023 (Flight 1 \u2014 \u201cTutti \/ All\u201d)<\/strong><\/p>

101 | Le B\u00e8rne \u2014 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano 2023<\/strong>
Cooked red fruit with hints of leather and mild fatigue. Mid-weight palate, medium tannins, and solid acidity holding the frame together.
91<\/strong><\/p>

102 | Avignonesi \u2014 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano 2023<\/strong>
Grapes: 100% Sangiovese<\/strong>
Cranberry-led fruit with a touch of jam and dark chocolate. Good depth and drive, finishing with satisfying warmth.
90<\/strong><\/p>

103 | La Ciarliana \u2014 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano 2023<\/strong>
Darker colour. Plummy intensity with roasted coffee notes and a hint of raspberry preserve. Richer profile, though less precise on the finish.
88<\/strong><\/p>

104 | Boscarelli \u2014 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano 2023<\/strong>
Lively red fruit with eucalyptus lift. Juicy and clean, finishing with bright freshness and good varietal clarity.
89+<\/strong><\/p>

105 | Fattoria Svetoni \u2014 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano 2023<\/strong>
Red and dark berries with charred oak. The palate loosens mid-stream; shorter finish and less definition overall.
87<\/strong><\/p>

106 | Poderi Sanguineto I e II \u2014 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano 2023<\/strong>
Wild strawberries and field berries layered with yeasty, leathery old-oak nuances. Slight bretty edge and a \u201cnatural\u201d feel, but the palate is juicy, lively, and bright through the finish.
92<\/strong><\/p>

107 | Il Molinaccio di Montepulciano \u201cLa Spinosa\u201d \u2014 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano 2023<\/strong>
Crisp red-currant fruit with delicate oak. Fresh, fruit-forward, and energetic, with a long, clean finish.
93<\/strong><\/p>

108 | La Braccesca \u2014 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano 2023<\/strong>
Inviting black-and-red berry bouquet with smoky nuances. Juicy palate, chewy tannins, and a balanced, well-shaped close.
92<\/strong><\/p>

109 | Le Bertille \u2014 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano 2023<\/strong>
Leathery, barnyard notes over dark fruit and charred oak (brett evident). Good acidity, but tannins feel rough and less resolved.
88<\/strong><\/p>

110 | Lunadoro \u201cPagliareto\u201d \u2014 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano 2023<\/strong>
Brett-tinged, sun-warmed profile: plum jam, tobacco, and eucalyptus. Heavy expression, less harmony.
86+<\/strong><\/p>

111 | Manvi \u201cArya\u201d \u2014 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano 2023<\/strong>
Note set suggests a simple\/lean showing at this stage.
86<\/strong><\/p>

112 | Vecchia Cantina di Montepulciano \u201cCantina del Redi\u201d \u2014 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano 2023<\/strong>
Plasticine-like note dominates; palate reads muted.
85<\/strong><\/p>

113 | Poliziano \u2014 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano 2023<\/strong>
Ripe strawberry and red-berry lift with well-integrated oak. Fresh acidity and a confident, clean finish.
91+<\/strong><\/p>

114 | Marchesi Frescobaldi \u2013 Tenuta Calimaia \u2014 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano 2023<\/strong>
Soft red berries with menthol hints. Leaner, elegant palate with fresh balance and tidy structure.
91<\/strong><\/p>

115 | Talosa \u201cAlbereto\u201d \u2014 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano 2023<\/strong>
Savoury tones and ripe red berries with old-oak\/cigar-box complexity. Peppery spice, mid-weight, more angular than plush.
89<\/strong><\/p>

116 | Tenuta Abbadia Vecchia \u2014 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano 2023<\/strong>
Bright, juicy red fruit; sandy-soil feel. Straightforward and fruit-driven, a touch simple.
88<\/strong><\/p>

117 | Tenuta Aliotti \u201cConte Niccol\u00f2\u201d \u2014 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano 2023<\/strong>
Medicinal\/chlorophyll notes over red fruit. Vibrant acidity, but the profile feels off-balance.
85<\/strong><\/p>

118 | Guidotti \u2014 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano 2023<\/strong>
Juicy, sun-drenched fruit with good acidity, but the palate thins and loses proportion.
89<\/strong><\/p>

119 | Tenuta di Gracciano della Seta \u2014 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano 2023<\/strong>
Reserved nose with dusty red-berry hints. Light, silky palate\u2014pleasant, but understated.
88<\/strong><\/p>

120 | Azienda Agricola Raspanti \u2014 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano 2023<\/strong>
Dark-and-red berry fruit with a bretty edge. Coarse, gripping tannins and coconut-leaning oak; balance struggles.
86<\/strong><\/p>

121 | Tenuta Fontenuova \u2014 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano 2023<\/strong>
Toasty notes with stewed strawberry and charred oak. A faint burnt-rubber undertone, yet overall holds together reasonably well.
89<\/strong><\/p>

122 | Tenuta Poggio alla Sala \u2014 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano 2023<\/strong>
Medium-intensity bouquet: black\/red berries, oak, and leather. Juicy palate with chalky tannins and a medium finish.
88+<\/strong><\/p>

123 | Azienda Agricola Crociani \u2014 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano 2023<\/strong>
Crusty bread nuance meets warm strawberry fruit. Juicy core, but tannins are notably grippy.
87<\/strong><\/p>

124 | Tenuta Trerose \u201cSanta Caterina\u201d \u2014 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano 2023<\/strong>
Crisp red fruit with cedar hints. Warm mid-palate and a moderate finish.
88<\/strong><\/p>

Vintage 2023 (Flight 2 \u2014 Selezione)<\/strong><\/h2>

201 | Bindella \u2013 Tenuta Vallocaia \u201cI Quadri\u201d \u2014 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano 2023 (Selezione)<\/strong>
Grapes: 100% Sangiovese<\/strong> (Bindella<\/a>)
Bright, pure red-berry fruit with well-judged oak. Juicy and lively, with chewy tannins and an impressively long, balanced finish.
94+<\/strong><\/p>

Annate precedenti (Flight 4)<\/strong><\/h2>

Vintage 2022<\/strong><\/p>

401 | Il Macchione \u2014 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano 2022<\/strong>
Classic red-berry profile. Full-bodied and very young, with grippy tannins and evident oak.
89<\/strong><\/p>

402 | Podere Tiberini \u201cLe Caggiole\u201d \u2014 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano 2022<\/strong>
Red-berry leaning with a lively raspberry line and a blood-orange twist. Medium length, good energy.
90<\/strong><\/p>

403 | Cantina Chiacchiera \u2014 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano 2022<\/strong>
Heavy charred oak in an old-school register. Juicy red fruit and lively acidity, finishing with smoky\/BBQ notes.
90<\/strong><\/p>

404 | De\u2019 Ricci \u2014 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano 2022<\/strong>
Fresh floral lift over red fruit. Medium-bodied, more discreet overall.
88<\/strong><\/p>

405 | Cantina D&D \u201cIl Massaro\u201d \u2014 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano 2022<\/strong>
Fruit-driven but less defined; broader, softer articulation.
89<\/strong><\/p>

406 | Ercolani \u2014 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano 2022<\/strong>
Fresh red berries with savoury edges, cedar and tobacco. Juicy, structured, and lively, finishing cleanly.
92<\/strong><\/p>

407 | Il Conventino \u2014 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano 2022<\/strong>
Savoury, bell-pepper\/cigar-box notes with black\/red fruit. Sandy, slightly drying tannins; medium finish.
90-<\/strong><\/p>

408 | Fanetti \u2013 Tenuta S. Agnese \u2014 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano 2022<\/strong>
Faint aromatics and a tannic profile; less charm today.
87<\/strong><\/p>

409 | Fattoria del Cerro \u201cSil\u00ecneo\u201d \u2014 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano 2022<\/strong>
Note set indicates an indistinct showing.
88<\/strong><\/p>

410 | Godiolo \u2014 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano 2022<\/strong>
Note set indicates a similar, unremarkable profile.
87+<\/strong><\/p>

411 | I Cipressi \u2014 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano 2022<\/strong>
Bright red berries and fresh raspberry, with menthol\/eucalyptus and a reductive note. Softer tannins, good acidity, medium finish.
89<\/strong><\/p>

412 | La Comb\u00e0rbia \u2014 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano 2022<\/strong>
Clean oak with ripe red berries and cranberry brightness. Juicy palate, good acidity, medium length.
90<\/strong><\/p>

413 | Lombardo \u2014 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano 2022<\/strong>
Oak-forward nose with stewed red fruit and tangy lift.
89+<\/strong><\/p>

414 | Tenuta Golo \u2014 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano 2022<\/strong>
Crusty-bread and light balsamic notes. Smooth and fluid with a faint flinty edge.
90<\/strong><\/p>

415 | Avignonesi \u201cPoggetto di Sopra\u201d \u2014 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano 2022<\/strong>
Elegant and lifted: ripe red fruit with clay undertones. Tangy plum, lively acidity, and savoury spice through the finish.
92<\/strong><\/p>

416 | La Braccesca \u201cVigneto Santa Pia\u201d \u2014 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano 2022<\/strong>
Powerful structure with good balance. Juicy fruit, chewy tannins, and solid overall definition.
90<\/strong><\/p>

Vintage 2021<\/strong><\/p>

417 | Barbicaia \u2014 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano 2021<\/strong>
Fruity with cedar hints, but the finish drops quickly.
88<\/strong><\/p>

418 | Contucci \u2014 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano 2021<\/strong>
Brett nuance over jammy strawberry and stewed fruit. Medium finish, softer precision.
87<\/strong><\/p>

419 | Cantina Fassati \u2013 Fattoria S. Ilario \u201cPasiteo\u201d \u2014 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano 2021<\/strong>
Black\/red fruit with oaky and flinty undertones. Powerful oak imprint, fresh acidity, jammy core.
89+<\/strong><\/p>

420 | Icario \u2014 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano 2021<\/strong>
Soft red berries with rose petal and cedar backbone. Medium body, round tannins, fresher finish.
90<\/strong><\/p>

421 | Palazzo Vecchio \u201cMaestro\u201d \u2014 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano 2021<\/strong>
Plasticine\/geranium notes over red fruit. Medium body, less clarity.
88<\/strong><\/p>

422 | Tenuta Santeverne (Casa Vinicola Triacca) \u2014 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano 2021<\/strong>
Fruit-forward red berries with rose petals and clay hints. Medium, straightforward.
87<\/strong><\/p>

423 | Bindi Sergardi \u2014 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano 2021<\/strong>

Savoury-leaning bouquet with red fruit and toast, plus a floral edge. Medium-bodied and composed.
89<\/strong><\/p>

424 | Canneto \u201cCasina di Doro\u201d \u2014 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano 2021<\/strong>
Ripe berry fruit with peppery spice and balsamic tones. Warm and spicy, good overall balance.
89<\/strong><\/p>

425 | Barbicaia \u201cLa Ripra\u201d \u2014 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano 2021<\/strong>
Red berries with floral lift. Tannic frame with a burnt-caramel accent.
89<\/strong><\/p>

426 | De\u2019 Ricci \u201cSoraldo\u201d \u2014 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano 2021<\/strong>
Ripe fruit with mineral undertones and floral lift; oak feels prominent.
88<\/strong><\/p>

427 | La Ciarliana \u201cVigna Scianello\u201d \u2014 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano 2021<\/strong>
Jam and clay, cedar hints, and a touch of brett.
87<\/strong><\/p>

428 | Contucci \u201cMulinvecchio\u201d \u2014 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano 2021<\/strong>
Animal\/leather character dominates (\u201cbarnyard\u201d register).
87<\/strong><\/p>

429 | Villa S. Anna \u201cPoldo\u201d \u2014 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano 2021<\/strong>
Fresh mix of red\/black berries with floral lift; juicy but short.
89<\/strong><\/p>

430 | Tenuta Poggio alla Sala \u2014 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano 2021<\/strong>
Lofty red fruit with rustic edges; slightly jammy. Smooth tannins, lively acidity, good finish.
91<\/strong><\/p>

431 | Antico Colle \u201cIl Saggio\u201d \u2014 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano 2021<\/strong>
Red berries with sage nuance; medium body and length.
88<\/strong><\/p>

Vintage 2020<\/strong><\/p>

434 | Luteria \u2014 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano 2020<\/strong>
Red berries with balsamic lift. Jammy palate, medium tannins\/acidity, good finish.
90<\/strong><\/p>

435 | Montemercurio \u201cMessaggero\u201d \u2014 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano 2020<\/strong>
Cedar and red berries; juicy and lively with medium length.
89<\/strong><\/p>

436 | Fattoria del Cerro \u201cAntica Chiusina\u201d \u2014 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano 2020<\/strong>
Jammy red fruit with clay and citrus notes. Smooth texture, sharper acidity, moderate structure.
90<\/strong><\/p>

437 | Il Molinaccio di Montepulciano \u201cLa Piaggia\u201d \u2014 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano 2020<\/strong>
Field berries with cedar and rustic edges. Medium body, slightly neutral mid-palate.
89<\/strong><\/p>

Vintage 2019<\/strong><\/p>

443 | Cantine Innocenti \u2014 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano 2019<\/strong>
Charred oak over red\/black fruit; still tannic, built for time.
91<\/strong><\/p>

Vino Nobile di Montepulciano \u2014 Riserva<\/strong><\/h2>

Vintage 2022 (Flight 3 \u2014 Riserva)<\/strong><\/p>

301 | Crociani \u2014 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano Riserva 2022<\/strong>
Ripe berries with sourdough nuance. Fluffy, juicy palate with bright red fruit; fun, balanced, and cleanly finished.
93<\/strong><\/p>

302 | Bindella \u2013 Tenuta Vallocaia \u201cVallocaia\u201d \u2014 Riserva 2022<\/strong>
Grapes: 95% Sangiovese, 5% Colorino del Valdarno<\/strong> (Bindella<\/a>)
Red fruit with clay notes and rose petals. Chunky tannins but good acidity; clearly needs time to settle and harmonise.
92<\/strong><\/p>

303 | Manvi \u201cOjas\u201d \u2014 Riserva 2022<\/strong>
Dusty aromatics with eucalyptus and red currant. Muscular tannins and a mid-length finish.
89<\/strong><\/p>

304 | Boscarelli \u2014 Riserva 2022<\/strong>
Bright red berry profile. Smooth palate with powerful yet elegant tannins; still young, with good upside.
91<\/strong><\/p>

305 | Canneto \u2014 Riserva 2022<\/strong>
Crisp red currant, slightly dry grip, and a peppery finish.
88<\/strong><\/p>

306 | Le B\u00e8rne \u2014 Riserva 2022<\/strong>
Plum, powdered chocolate, kirsch and violet. Rich, powerful palate with bold tannins, yet the finish turns juicy and gently sweet-toned.
93<\/strong><\/p>

307 | Tenuta di Gracciano della Seta \u2014 Riserva 2022<\/strong>
Leaner, fresher red fruit with dry rose-petal notes. Medium body and length, more restrained overall.
89<\/strong><\/p>

308 | Lunadoro \u201cQuercione\u201d \u2014 Riserva 2022<\/strong>
Dark stewed fruit with overwhelming oak and brett. Lively acidity and some complexity, but the balance is uneasy.
89+<\/strong><\/p>

309 | Tenuta Abbadia Vecchia \u2014 Riserva 2022<\/strong>
Bright red fruit and red liquorice; simple, leaner shape with grippy tannins.
87<\/strong><\/p>

310 | Carpineto \u2014 Riserva 2022<\/strong>

Blackberry and violet with charred oak and herbal undertones. Juicy and fluid with chewy tannins, but slightly short on length.
90<\/strong><\/p>

311 | Tenuta Fontenuova \u2014 Riserva 2022<\/strong>
Crunchy cranberry aromatics, but the palate feels diluted\u2014missing structure and depth.
89<\/strong><\/p>

312 | Marchesi Frescobaldi \u2013 Tenuta Calimaia \u2014 Riserva 2022<\/strong>
Precise bouquet of field berries and rose petals with delicate oak. Juicy and elegant, balanced, and quietly confident.
92<\/strong><\/p>

Vino Nobile di Montepulciano \u2014 Pieve<\/strong><\/h2>

Context note: \u201cPieve\u201d is a new top cru tied to specific subzones\/parish areas (\u201cpievi\u201d) above Riserva.<\/strong> <\/p>

Pieve Caggiole<\/strong><\/p>

501 | Poliziano \u2014 Pieve 2022<\/strong> (sample<\/strong>)
Red berries with elegant oak and soft floral undertones. Luscious palate and warm spice through the finish.
92<\/strong><\/p>

502 | Podere Tiberini \u2014 Pieve 2022<\/strong> (sample<\/strong>)
Red berries with clay-like undertones and a gentle spice note. Smooth, slightly short on the finish.
89<\/strong><\/p>

503 | Poliziano \u2014 Pieve 2021<\/strong> (certified<\/em>)
Complex red fruit with eucalyptus lift. Nice depth, crunchy acidity, and light oak framing.
90<\/strong><\/p>

504 | Podere Tiberini \u2014 Pieve 2021<\/strong> (certified<\/em>)
Contained red fruit and clay notes. More opulent on the palate than the 2022, though still restrained.
90<\/strong><\/p>

Pieve Cerliana<\/strong><\/p>

505 | La Ciarliana \u2014 Pieve 2022<\/strong> (sample<\/strong>)
Bright, clean red fruit with contained oak. Medium-bodied, elegant, with a mineral\/graphite backbone.
92<\/strong><\/p>

506 | Vecchia Cantina (\u201cCantina del Redi\u201d) \u2014 Pieve 2022<\/strong> (sample<\/strong>)
Red berries with fresh rose-petal tones. Fluid palate with slightly grainy tannins.
91-<\/strong><\/p>

507 | Antico Colle \u2014 Pieve 2022<\/strong> (sample<\/strong>)
Ripe red fruit with old-oak spice. Round and warm on the finish.
91<\/strong><\/p>

508 | Tenuta Valdipiatta \u2014 Pieve 2021<\/strong> (certified<\/em>
Slightly oxidative register with cooked strawberry, a touch jammy. Chalky tannins, fresh acidity.
90<\/strong><\/p>

Pieve Cervognano<\/strong><\/p>

509 | Guidotti \u2014 Pieve 2022<\/strong> (sample<\/strong>)
Cranberry and sun-warmed fruit. Crunchy red-fruit palate, medium body, cedar finish.
90<\/strong><\/p>

510 | Boscarelli \u201cCosta Grande\u201d \u2014 Pieve 2022<\/strong> (sample<\/strong>)
Lovely red fruit with depth and structure. Chewy tannins and a long, convincing finish.
92<\/strong><\/p>

511 | Marchesi Frescobaldi (Calimaia \u201cViacoste\u201d) \u2014 Pieve 2022<\/strong> (sample<\/strong>)
Lifted and elegant: inviting red fruits, gentle florals, soft vanilla. Luscious yet balanced, with crunchy acidity and finesse.
94<\/strong><\/p>

513 | Le B\u00e8rne \u201cAlto\u201d \u2014 Pieve 2022<\/strong> (certified<\/em>)
Inviting ripe cherry nose. Silky yet chewy tannins, loads of crunchy red fruit, clove hints, and a long finish.
95<\/strong><\/p>

514 | Boscarelli \u201cCosta Grande\u201d \u2014 Pieve 2021<\/strong> (certified<\/em>)
Red berries and plum with tasteful oak and dried-leaf undergrowth notes. Structured, slightly rustic close.
91+<\/strong><\/p>

515 | Fattoria Svetoni \u2014 Pieve 2021<\/strong> (certified<\/em>)
Rustic, with cooked fruit and secondary notes; a touch of brett. Medium body and finish.
90<\/strong><\/p>

Pieve Gracciano<\/strong><\/p>

516 | Tenuta di Gracciano della Seta \u2014 Pieve 2022<\/strong> (sample<\/strong>)
Ripe cherry and plum. Harsh, grippy tannins\u2014very young and still settling.
89<\/strong><\/p>

517 | Tenuta di Gracciano della Seta \u2014 Pieve 2021<\/strong> (certified<\/em>)
Cherry fruit with some evolution and savoury sandalwood nuance. Tannins feel smoother than the 2022.
90<\/strong><\/p>

Pieve Le Grazie<\/strong><\/p>

518 | Talosa \u201cVigna Chiussino\u201d \u2014 Pieve 2021<\/strong> (certified<\/em>)
Red and black berries with blackcurrant depth, vanilla lift, and florals. Powerful, muscular tannins and peppery spice; juicy, almost \u201cSuper Tuscan\u201d in feel.
92<\/strong><\/p>

Pieve San Biagio<\/strong><\/p>

519 | Le Bertille \u2014 Pieve 2022<\/strong> (sample<\/strong>)
Red currant and cedar with a vegetal edge. Warm and spicy palate, lively acidity, dusty finish.
91<\/strong><\/p>

520 | Le Bertille \u2014 Pieve 2021<\/strong> (certified<\/em>)
Similar aromatic register, more powerful overall with dry tannins and high energy from acidity.
90<\/strong><\/p>

Pieve Sant\u2019Albino<\/strong><\/p>

521 | Carpineto \u201cPoggio Sant\u2019Enrico Grande\u201d \u2014 Pieve 2022<\/strong> (sample<\/strong>)
Elegant red berries with lofty oak and clay tones. Silky, round, softly vanilla-edged, and beautifully balanced to a long finish.
95-<\/strong><\/p>

522 | Carpineto \u201cPoggio Sant\u2019Enrico Grande\u201d \u2014 Pieve 2021<\/strong> (certified<\/em>)
Ripe strawberry with balsamic and rose-petal lift. Coating, chewy tannins; generous, polished, and long.
94<\/strong><\/p>

Pieve Sant\u2019Ilario<\/strong><\/p>

523 | Tenuta Poggio alla Sala \u2014 Pieve 2022<\/strong> (sample<\/strong>)
Plum with oak spice, menthol and herbal undertones. Rich structure with chalky tannins and lively acidity; medium finish.
91<\/strong><\/p>

524 | Fattoria del Cerro \u2014 Pieve 2021<\/strong> (certified<\/em>)
Ripe red fruit with sweet vanilla in a \u201cSuper Tuscan\u201d register. Palate feels slightly split; moderate harmony today.
90<\/strong><\/p>

525 | Tenuta Poggio alla Sala \u2014 Pieve 2021<\/strong> (certified<\/em>)
Ripe plum with vanilla and sandalwood nuance. Rich, plummy palate with vibrant acidity, chalky tannins, and a juicy, sweet-spice finish.
93<\/strong><\/p>

Pieve Valardegna<\/strong><\/p>

526 | Il Molinaccio di Montepulciano \u2014 Pieve 2021<\/strong> (certified<\/em>)
Crunchy raspberry and red cherry with cedar and rhubarb. Vibrant acidity, excellent freshness, and a lifted finish.
94<\/strong><\/p>

527 | Ercolani \u2014 Pieve 2021<\/strong> (certified<\/em>)
Slightly jammy strawberry with gentle vanilla and graphite. Balsamic\/sandalwood spice, crunchy fruit, long finish.
92<\/strong><\/p>

Pieve Valiano<\/strong><\/p>

528 | Tenuta Trerose \u2014 Pieve 2022<\/strong> (sample<\/strong>)
Dark and red cherry with gentle toast and graphite hints. Vibrant, fresh, fruit-driven, and neatly oaked.
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