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Al Passo Toscana IGT

    • Description :

      The name of this wine comes from the passo found in the circular forest at the highest point of the Montebello vineyard where an Estruscan tomb was uncovered only a few years ago. From here there is a clear view of Montepulciano, Montalcino, and the tower of Piazza del Campo in Siena. This has clearly been a magical place for centuries, which adds to the mystique of this passo.
      Grapes are first selected during harvest in the vineyard and then by an optical sorter when they arrive at the winery; they are destemmed and the whole berries are immediately placed in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks to perform fermentation. The must is kept in contact with the skins for 20 days. The wine spends 14 months in French oak fermenters and in French oak barriques, 6 of which are spent on the fine lees.

      Grape varieties :

      Equal parts Sangiovese, Merlot, and Cabernet Sauvignon

      Altitude :

      320m ASL

      Vineyard age :

      20-year-old vines

      Exposure :

      South

      Soil :

      Lime and clay, with a considerable presence of gravel

      Alcohol :

      14.5%

      Tasting notes :

      Spicy notes of oak rise above distinct aromas of cherry and berry. The palate has a backbone of Sangiovese, a roundness of Merlot and enhanced body from the Cabernet Sauvignon. The fruit purity and varietal signatures are testament to the meticulous care given to the vines.

Press Notes

  • DoctorWine
    • 2019
      96 points
    • 2016, 2015
      95 points
  • The Wine Advocate
    • 2020, 2017
      91 points
    • 2019, 2016
      92 points
    • 2015
      93+ points
  • Wine Spectator
    • 2020, 2019, 2015
      91 points
    • 2018, 2016
      92 points
  • James Suckling
    • 2020
      92 points
    • 2019, 2015
      93 points
    • 2018
      95 points
    • 2017, 2016
      94 points
  • AG Vinous
    • 2020, 2017
      92 points
    • 2019, 2018
      93 points
    • 2016
      91 points
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