This is Vallepicciola’s baby Super-Tuscan, made by Alessandro Cellai, who was mentored by the inventor of Sassicaia and Tignanello, Giacomo Tachis. It’s a 60/20/20 estate blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Sangiovese grapes harvested from the Val di Picciola, Casuccio and Mordese vineyards. The alcoholic fermentation and maceration took place in steel tanks at a controlled temperature before it was pressed to second-passage French barriques for malolactic fermentation and maturation for just under 10 months. The wine was also matured in bottle before release.
2021
The nose opens with scents of dark fruits and a pleasant balsamic freshness layered over spice. Plum, blueberry and violets fill the palate, again partnered with those agrodolce and spicy notes. Full and well structured, this will benefit from a couple of further years aging, or partner well with most items from the barbecue.
“Fresh and taut, this red delivers balance, setting the stage for its black currant,cherry and orange peel flavors. Oak spice, mild and wild herbs accent add detail on the long finish.Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Sangiovese. Drink now through 2028.” 91 points, Wine Spectator, “10 Amazing Tuscan Wine Values”
