Tuscany
Tuscany, a picturesque region in central Italy, is renowned for producing some of the world's finest wines. With its rolling hills, Mediterranean climate, and rich cultural heritage, Tuscany offers a perfect combination of terroir and winemaking expertise. The region is home to legendary vineyards and wineries that have become synonymous with excellence and tradition.
One of the most famous vineyards in Tuscany is Antinori, a family-owned winery with a history dating back over 600 years. Their wines, such as Tignanello and Solaia, have achieved iconic status, showcasing the region's commitment to quality and innovation. Another renowned vineyard is Castello di Volpaia, known for its exceptional Chianti Classico wines that beautifully represent the Sangiovese grape.
Tuscany is synonymous with Chianti, a red wine made primarily from Sangiovese grapes. Chianti Classico, produced in the heart of the Chianti region, is highly regarded for its balance, elegance, and age-worthiness. Vineyards like Castello di Ama, Fontodi, and Fèlsina craft outstanding Chianti Classico wines that capture the essence of Tuscan winemaking.
The region is also famous for Brunello di Montalcino, a prestigious red wine made from Sangiovese Grosso grapes. Montalcino is home to renowned wineries such as Biondi-Santi and Casanova di Neri, which produce exceptional Brunello di Montalcino wines with remarkable structure, depth, and longevity.
Tuscany's coastal region, Bolgheri, has gained international acclaim for its Super Tuscan wines. These wines often blend international grape varieties like Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot with local varieties. Notable vineyards in Bolgheri include Tenuta San Guido, known for its iconic Sassicaia, and Ornellaia, which produces the renowned Ornellaia wine.
Tuscany's diverse terroir also allows for the production of white wines, with Vernaccia di San Gimignano being the most notable. Vernaccia vineyards like Teruzzi & Puthod and Panizzi create crisp and aromatic white wines that showcase the region's versatility.
Tuscany
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Tuscany | 12 | - | HK$7,330.00 | |||||
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Tuscany | 9 | 95 (WS) | HK$1,825.00 | |||||
Wine Spectator (95)A tight and chewy wine, with full body and lots of raisin and spice character. Impressive, ripe tannins. Thick and powerful; needs time in the bottle. From one of the most serious producers in Montalcino now. Best after 2007. 21,660 cases made. |
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Tuscany | 2 | 95 (WS) | HK$3,410.00 | |||||
Wine Spectator (95)A tight and chewy wine, with full body and lots of raisin and spice character. Impressive, ripe tannins. Thick and powerful; needs time in the bottle. From one of the most serious producers in Montalcino now. Best after 2007. 21,660 cases made. |
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Tuscany | 1 | 95 (WS) | HK$4,110.00 | |||||
Wine Spectator (95)A tight and chewy wine, with full body and lots of raisin and spice character. Impressive, ripe tannins. Thick and powerful; needs time in the bottle. From one of the most serious producers in Montalcino now. Best after 2007. 21,660 cases made. |
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Tuscany | 6 | - | HK$8,020.00 | |||||
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From Italy’s prestigious Montalcino region comes the exquisite Fuligni Brunello di Montalcino Riserva 1999. As an expert connoisseur's choice, this distinguished wine is meticulously crafted from 100% Sangiovese grapes, aged for four years in Slavonian oak barrels, adhering to DOCG regulations. Brilliant ruby in colour, it exhibits an intoxicating bouquet of ripe dark fruit, earthy undertones and nuanced leather. The palate embraces concentrated notes of lush plum, leading to a lingering finish of black cherry and balanced tannins. Its production house, Fuligni, has been amassing accolades since 1923 for their meticulous cultivation in Montalcino's Eastern part, which delivers a distinct finesse to their wines. The Fuligni Brunello di Montalcino Riserva 1999, with its sophisticated elegance, is a testament to the superior quality that the Fuligni name represents. Ideal with rich Italian cuisines or red meat dishes, or as a mesmerising wine on its own to be savoured. |
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Tuscany | 1 | 98 (JS) | HK$19,455.00 | |||||
James Suckling (98)Wow. The center palate to this is superb with superb fruit and density. Full body, incredible density yet so balanced and harmonious. Blackcurrants and blackberries come the fore here. The length and beauty are so great. Class in the glass. Could it better 1998 in the long term? This was a little overlooked by many. |
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Tuscany | 2 | 18 (JR) | HK$6,595.00 | |||||
Jancis Robinson (18)Deep garnet and very little sign of age in the colour. Some cedary freshness and a touch of old polished furniture. Dark cherry and still has some cassis. Very slight touch of coffee. Rich, smooth chocolate texture but it lightens up to a refined finish. Still has great balance and length and finishes with that mouthwatering freshness that is, for me, Sassicaia’s hallmark. Lots of complexity. |
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Tuscany | 1 | 96 (VN) | HK$14,350.00 | |||||
Vinous (96)Our third flight kicks off with the 1999 Solaia. Still a powerhouse, the 1999 (magnum) packs a serious punch. Dark macerated cherry, espresso, chocolate, licorice and blackberry jam infuse the 1999 with so much character. The 1999 is very much a product of its era, a time when heavy extraction and a search for concentration ruled the day. Even so, it has aged impeccably. |
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Tuscany | 1 | 90 (VN) | HK$18,725.00 | |||||
Vinous (90)The 1999 Tenuta di Trinoro (70% Cabernet Franc, 20% Merlot, 6% Cabernet Sauvignon, 4% Petit Verdot) presents a distinctly over-ripe, almost raisinated personality, along with notes of chocolate and sweet toasted oak on a massively concentrated frame, with outstanding length and a lingering touch of sweetness on the finish. It shows excellent balance but should be a relatively early-maturing Tenuta di Trinoro. As befits a producer who pushes the envelope, with this wine Franchetti seems to have gone a bit too far. |
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