Carmignano, Prato, Tuscany, Italy
Mm mm. Grapey, rustic nose almost like Ripasso or Amarone. Palate has a gorgeous balance of tannin, funk, spice, dried acidic fruit, and dirt. The only components out of whack are the acid and alcohol. Hard to tell which is which, but a pummeling acidity and heat corrupt an otherwise complex mid palate.
Mm mm. Grapey, rustic nose almost like Ripasso or Amarone. Palate has a gorgeous balance of tannin, funk, spice, dried acidic fruit, and dirt. The only components out of whack are the acid and alcohol. Hard to tell which is which, but a pummeling acidity and heat corrupt an otherwise complex mid palate.
Mar 12th, 2018
Had another bottle, great wine. Deep Ruby with red berry fruit aromas and pleasant spice. A blend of Sangiovese (70%), Cabernet Sauvignon & Cabernet Franc (20%) & Merlot (10%). On the palate cherry and strawberry with sweet spice, cacao and tobacco notes. Well balanced with acidity, fine tannins, lingering finish ending with earthy mineral notes. Very Nice. Consistent.
Had another bottle, great wine. Deep Ruby with red berry fruit aromas and pleasant spice. A blend of Sangiovese (70%), Cabernet Sauvignon & Cabernet Franc (20%) & Merlot (10%). On the palate cherry and strawberry with sweet spice, cacao and tobacco notes. Well balanced with acidity, fine tannins, lingering finish ending with earthy mineral notes. Very Nice. Consistent.
Jan 3rd, 2018Deep Ruby with red berry fruit aromas and bits of pleasant spice. A blend of Sangiovese (70%), Cabernet Sauvignon & Cabernet Franc (20%) & Merlot (10%). On the palate cherry and strawberry with sweet spice, cacao and tobacco notes. Well balanced with acidity, fine tannins, lingering finish ending with earthy mineral notes. Very Nice.
Deep Ruby with red berry fruit aromas and bits of pleasant spice. A blend of Sangiovese (70%), Cabernet Sauvignon & Cabernet Franc (20%) & Merlot (10%). On the palate cherry and strawberry with sweet spice, cacao and tobacco notes. Well balanced with acidity, fine tannins, lingering finish ending with earthy mineral notes. Very Nice.
Oct 5th, 2017
What an excellent wine! Great balance & structure. Raspberries. Red cherries. Vanilla. Long dry finish.
What an excellent wine! Great balance & structure. Raspberries. Red cherries. Vanilla. Long dry finish.
Dec 30th, 2017
Good Carmignano blend, but overrated on Delectable . Some nice deep red fruit to start, but finish is way off. No comparison to a Chianti or Super Tuscan. Mediocre wine but not expensive.
Good Carmignano blend, but overrated on Delectable . Some nice deep red fruit to start, but finish is way off. No comparison to a Chianti or Super Tuscan. Mediocre wine but not expensive.
Jun 14th, 2017
Similar to Brunello, but lighter and a mouthfeel closer to a Pinot Noir. Very soft tannins on the finish.
Similar to Brunello, but lighter and a mouthfeel closer to a Pinot Noir. Very soft tannins on the finish.
Jan 28th, 2017
Ripe, bright cherries on the initial pour. With time in the glass this mellowed out into a rich, earthy, fruit-forward wine. Paired quite well with pizza and a bit of spice.
Ripe, bright cherries on the initial pour. With time in the glass this mellowed out into a rich, earthy, fruit-forward wine. Paired quite well with pizza and a bit of spice.
Jan 16th, 2017
