Published on May 7, 2025 – by Bruce Sanderson, Senior Editor, New York
93 VALLOCAIA RISERVA VINO NOBILE DI MONTEPULCIANO 2020
Enticing flavors of cherry, strawberry, leather, iron and eucalyptus abound in this beefy red, whose tannins line the lively, spicy aftertaste. Balanced overall, with excellent fruit to compensate for the dense tannins. Sangiovese and Colorino. Best from 2026 through 2040. 850 cases made, 90 cases imported.
93 I QUADRI VINO NOBILE DI MONTEPULCIANO 2021
Cherry and plum fruit is accented by iron, tobacco and underbrush flavors in this dense, beefy red. The balance tips toward its chewy tannins for now, yet this remains long and bright on the finish. Best from 2027 through 2043. 1,080 cases made, 120 cases imported.
92 VINO NOBILE DI MONTEPULCIANO 2021
Fresh and inviting, featuring cherry, raspberry, rose, iron and wild Tuscan herb aromas and flavors. Lithe and intense, with a line of refined tannins for support. Balanced but youthful, this red ends with a beam of red fruit, mineral and spice accents. Sangiovese and Colorino. Best from 2027 through 2043. 5,000 cases made, 500 cases imported.
