Poggio Bonelli 2012 Poggiassai - 93pts

Poggio Bonelli 2012 Poggiassai (Toscana IGT) Tuscany - Italy

Availability: BCLDB Signature stores
Cost: $50-60
Alcohol: 14%
Date Tasted: September 14th, 2018

Tasting Notes: A 75-25 split of Sangiovese and Cabernet Sauvignon, respectively, this Toscana IGT, sourced from a vineyard in Castelnuovo Berardenga, is a sexy, smoke-infused gem, featuring a harmonious blend of red fruit and earthy, forest floor aromas and flavours. Velvety, in texture, with fine, smooth tannins and a long, spiced-cocoa and tobacco flavoured finish. 

Already 6 years of age, yet, still years from peaking, though, further development may be limited. Drink now-2025.
- Liam Carrier ©copyright 2018 IconWines.ca

Tenuta Sette Ponti 2010 Crognolo - 90-92pts

Tenuta Sette Ponti 2010 Crognolo (Toscana IGT) Tuscany - Italy

Availability: BCLDB Signature stores
Cost: $35
Alcohol: 14%
Date Tasted: August 4th, 2013

Tasting Notes: This is a Super Tuscan perfect for the North American market; fruit forward, dense and steak friendly. It's not all power and extraction though, offering layers of warm earth, licorice, mint and spices on the intense nose and generous, full-bodied palate.

The tannins could use another year to mellow if you have the patience, otherwise, be sure to decant for 2+ hours. Will make a fantastic pairing for grilled red meats. Drink 2014-2018.
- Liam Carrier ©copyright 2013 IconWines.ca

Tolaini 2007 Valdisanti - 92-93pts

Tolaini 2007 Valdisanti (Toscana IGT) Tuscany - Italy

Availability: Limited availability. Private wine shops like Everything Wine
Cost: $40-47
Alcohol: 13.5%
Date Tasted: August 4th, 2013

Tasting Notes: Warm rocks, toasted oak and sweet prune notes resonate from the feminine and floral nose of this supremely enjoyable and lovably complex blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Sangiovese and Cabernet Franc. Added potpourri, blackberry, vanilla and anise aromas make the quietly intense, developed bouquet irresistible.

The palate is a beast, though, 5 years in the bottle has helped reign in the horns some, with meaty, powerful tannins showing signs of releasing their tight grip on the elegant dark fruit and hot rock flavours. The effects of French oak aging lingers on the long, balanced finish. For the quality and depth on offer, this vintage has epic value and compares well to Super Tuscans priced 2X or 3X as much.

You'll find the sweet spot for this beauty after another 2 years of aging. Drink 2015-2020.
  - Liam Carrier ©copyright 2013 IconWines.ca