Siepi is a gorgeous super Tuscan blend of Sangiovese and Merlot that exhibits richness, intensity and purity. This is a luscious and opulent expression with deep aromas of cherry, blackberry, chocolate, espresso bean and spice. The finish is super long and delicious.
— M.L.
(12/15/2010)
This top-notch blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc from Mazzei’s beautiful Maremma property boasts thick, modern concentration and pretty renderings of red fruit, vanilla and exotic spice. It has excellent texture in the mouth and is velvety and lively at the same time.
— M.L.
(4/1/2008)
Tenuta Belguardo is one of the best wines from Maremma in southern Tuscany. It shows intense aromas of black cherry, chocolate, tobacco and spice. In the mouth, it’s soft, supple, silky and shows great length.
— M.L.
(2/1/2012)
There’s just something about this 50-50 Sangiovese-Merlot blend that makes it absolutely irresistible. The fullness, the harmony, the intensity of aromas and the long, fruity persistency on the finish work together to produce one of the great modern super Tuscans.
— M.L.
(4/1/2008)
You’ll love the tones of rich chocolate, leather, berry fruit, cassis and vanilla. All those aromas are backed by dense, rich extraction and smooth softness.
— M.L.
(12/15/2010)
Fragrant, floral Sangiovese and plush Merlot are combined in equal parts to produce one of Italy’s most appealing wines with rich extraction and gorgeous, long-lasting fruit flavors. This rich and modern blend never lets the 2003 heat get the upper hand.
— M.L.
(4/1/2008)
Siepi is a gorgeous 50-50 blend of Sangiovese and Merlot that delivers intense aromas of ripe black fruit, rum cake, leather, moist tobacco and Indian spice. It lasts long on the palate thanks to its fine, silky texture. This vintage is slightly leaner, but brighter than the 2007.
— M.L.
(2/1/2012)
Mazzei, operating from the beautiful Castello Fonterutoli estate at the heart of Chianti Classico, consistently delivers top-shelf wines and this expression upholds this proud tradition. The bouquet is rich and intense, with forest berry, chocolate, cigar box and spiced rum cake. Freshness, brightness and polished tannins appear on the close.
— M.L.
(2/1/2012)