Wine in Black assortiment Best of Toskana

Luca Gardini

This beautiful version of Chianti Classico shows off Castelnuovo Berardenga territory, with notes of blackberry jam on the nose, then touches of lime tree and nutmegr. Iodine-brakish sip of nice density, with persistant and fruity-official return on the closure.

Decanter

Petrignano is a new wine for Dievole, the result of the estate’s collaboration with Chilean soil specialist, Pedro Parra. It comes from a recently planted 15ha site between 300 and 330 metres above sea level, distinguished by an abundance of limestone near the surface. The nose is flinty and iron-speckled, giving way to sun-soaked wild berries. It balances the generous warmth of the south with freshness and long, chalky tannins, sneaking some vibrant acidity in there too.

Gambero Rosso

Robert Parker

This wine has seen several name changes (from Il Toro to RomiTòro and now Romitorio). The Castello Romitorio 2021 Romitorio is a hearty, full-bodied red blend with the muscle and power to mimic the beautiful Sandro Chia drawing of a raging bull on the front label. Fundamentally, this wine shows an all-Maremma spirit with rich concentration, big fruit weight and a whole range of savory and black fruit aromas. This wine is a delight to drink; it has a soft texture and is just raring to go straight out of the gate. This is one of Italy's ultimate value wines.

James Suckling

A fresh and crunchy red with dark cherries, currants, crushed flowers and a little bit of chocolate. Medium- to full-bodied. So lively and bright with textured, chalky tannins. Attractive juiciness with cherries and red spice undertones. Mineral and savory with some salinity at the end.

Falstaff

Dark ruby red. On the nose there are fruity notes of plum, blackberry, violets and light spices. The palate has a great texture, is fresh and juicy, very drinkable, slightly loose knit on the finish.

James Suckling

A firm, layered and well-structured red with aromas of dried leaves, charred bark, dried blueberries, cherries, tobacco, orange peel and peach pits. Complex and delicious with vibrant fruit. From organically grown grapes.

Wine Enthusiast

Earthy, umami notes of topsoil, underbrush and soy sauce mix with deeper notes of dried fig and cherry that come out again on the palate, where they find dark chocolate, coffee grounds, bitter herbs and chalky tannins that cling through the finish. — Danielle Callegari

James Suckling

Aromas of black fruits, violets, and Christmas spices followed by vanilla and baking spices with a hint of graphite undertones. Medium- to full-bodied with chewy tannins and balanced acidity. Healthy and juicy wine.

Robert Parker

The organic Nittardi 2021 Maremma Toscana Ad Astra is a blend of 50% Sangiovese, 25% Cabernet Sauvignon and 25% Cabernet Franc aged in barrique and tonneaux (with only 10% new oak) for 12 months, followed by some down time to integrate in cement casks. You get good value here, especially if you prefer a concentrated, full-bodied style. There is plenty of dried fruit and syrupy cassis that borders on Amarone-like intensity. This is a 50,000-bottle release.

James Suckling

Linear and tight with blueberry, raspberry and some citrus character. Medium body, tight tannins and a refined, polished finish. From organically grown grapes.

Falstaff

Rich garnet. Currently still somewhat restrained on the nose, smells of ripe wild berries and red beet. On the palate balanced and gripping with a generous spicy progression, tightly woven tannins give support, with full drive, remains long.