The internationally acclaimed wine critic was never shy about his love for Italian Wine and cannot hide his enthusiasm this year after tasting almost 6,500 Italian wines, the biggest review of this kind in his 38-year career.
Querciabella fares high in this last report with all five wines scoring well above the 90+ points mark.
Querciabella fares high in this last report with all five wines scoring well above the 90+ points mark.
- Batàr Toscana IGT 2017
Score: 94 Points
9 Aug, 2019 – This is a rich and layered white with cooked-apple, honey, lime and light vanilla character that flows across the palate. Medium to full body. Flavorful finish. Excellent depth and beauty. Blend of Pinot Bianco and Chardonnay. From biodynamically grown grapes. Drink now. - Camartina Toscana IGT 2015
Score: 95 Points
11 Apr, 2019 – This is very racy and firm on the palate, yet the exotic and wild fruit of the beautiful vintage comes through. Medium-to full-bodied with an intense finish. Needs a few years to soften. Cabernet Sauvignon and Sangiovese. Better in 2020. From biodynamically grown grapes and vegan. - Palafreno Toscana IGT 2015
Score: 94 Points
11 Apr, 2019 – This is a beautiful merlot showing blackberry, black-olive and fresh-herb character. Full-bodied with very chewy yet polished tannins and a long and flavorful finish. From biodynamically grown grapes and vegan. Drink after 2021. - Querciabella Chianti Classico DOCG 2017
Score: 91 Points
20 Jul, 2019 – This is a little jammy with lots of ripe fruit and both blueberry and chocolate character. Rich and flavorful, but still fresh and energetic. Shows the warmth of the vintage. From biodynamically grown grapes. Drink or hold. - Querciabella Chianti Classico DOCG Riserva 2016
Score: 91 Points
20 Jul, 2019 – Energy and firmness showing in a medium-bodied package of currants and cherries, as well as cedar and flowers. Lightly chewy tannins and a linear, tight finish. Needs some time to soften, but already a beauty. From biodynamically grown grapes. Drink now, but better after 2021. - Mongrana Toscana IGT 2016
Score: 95 Points
11 Apr, 2019 – Love the aromas of plums, cherries and currants with hints of flowers and undertones of dried flowers. Full body, round and silky tannins and fresh and bright finish. A blend of Sangiovese, merlot and cabernet sauvignon. Needs two or three years to come together, but already beautiful. From biodynamically grown grapes and vegan.
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