Castellare, Toscana IGT, I Sodi di S. Niccolo 2020 Burgundy White Opaque purple with ruby purple

Opaque purple with ruby purple on the oculus

Though the estate dates to the 18th century

This consistency of climate enhances consistency of the wine from vintage to vintage

The Altesino 2016 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva holds tight to its unique character and power

The final wine is a perfect and accessible introduction to the terroir of Montalcino

Castellare, Toscana IGT, I Sodi di S. Niccolo 2020 Burgundy White Opaque purple with ruby purple97 CellarTracker A quietly defiant Tuscan classic built on Sangioveto and Malvasia Nera, the 2020 opens with black cherry, macerated plum, dried violet, and tobacco leaf layered over crushed limestone and a faint iron note. Subtle cedar and cocoa from oak are well integrated. The palate is structured yet poised dark cherry and blackberry edged by sour cherry brightness, with chalky, fine grained tannins and Sangioveses savory sapidity recalling tomato