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 | 4 | - | HK$4,530.00 | |||||
Discover the taste of Italy with the incomparable Cabreo Borgo 1996. This coveted wine was crafted in the heart of Tuscany's Chianti Classico region on the esteemed Cabreo estate. Subsidiary of the globally renowned Folonari company, this estate assures fine quality wines with stringent standards and traditional wine-making techniques. Cabreo Borgo 1996 is a seamless blend of Sangiovese and Cabernet Sauvignon, representing both tradition and innovation. The wine is made with utmost precision, with 18 months in French oak barrels to mature its character and complexity. The finished product boasts an exceptionally rich bouquet with notes of raspberry, blackberry and a hint of vanilla. On the palate, it promises a full body, exquisite balance and an enduring finish. Derive pleasure from the intoxicating aroma and rich flavours of the Cabreo Borgo 1996, a testament to the exceptional wine-making heritage of Italy. |
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Tuscany | 1 | 92 (WS) | HK$6,220.00 | |||||
Wine Spectator (92)This big and concentrated Merlot is more like a raisiny dry Port. Enticing aromas of mushroom, a hint of oak and ripe, almost dried fruit. Full-bodied, with tough, chewy tannins and a long, fruity finish. A bit rustic but outstanding. Best after 2003. 900 cases made. -JS |
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Tuscany | 9 | 60.0 | HK$2,495.00 | |||||
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Tuscany | 1 | 95 (WS) | HK$52,070.00 | |||||
Wine Spectator (95)Massetto is superb as usual. The wine of the vintage, with an impressive dark color. Fabulous aromas of berries and mint follow through to a full-bodied palate, with polished tannins and a long finish. Big and chewy. Best after 1999. 2,915 cases made. |
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Tuscany | 6 | - | HK$2,110.00 | |||||
Immerse yourself in the exquisiteness of Nozzole Il Pareto 1996, a singular expression of 100% Cabernet Sauvignon from celebrated producer Tenute di Nozzole. Located in the heart of Chianti, Italy, the vineyard's exceptional terroir is reflected in the wine's robust character. The Nozzole Il Pareto 1996 is a vinous tour de force made with optically sorted fruit and extended maceration, aged for 16-18 months in French Oak, then refined in bottles for further 6 months. This painstaking process ensures a harmonious blend of bold, dark fruit flavours, elegant notes of spice and pleasingly soft tannins. With an aging potential of 10-15 years, it's a wine that only deepens in complexity over time. Indulge in its profound depth and enjoy the lingering finish of this superb Italian gem. Choose Nozzole Il Pareto 1996 for a taste of Tuscany’s rich traditions in your glass. |
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Tuscany | 3 | 17.5 (JR) | HK$31,285.00 | |||||
Jancis Robinson (17.5)Ornellaia 1996 Bolgheri Rosso Superiore 17.5 Drink 2008-15 Mid crimson. Surprising amount of development, slightly animal, on the nose. Supple and rather glorious. Pure pleasure. Tannins a little rustic. Very sweet start. Lots of personality even if not one of the most concentrated. Very chewy end – like licking stones. 13.5% CS:M:CF 75:20:5 166,000 bottles |
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Tuscany | 1 | - | HK$3,225.00 | |||||
The Ruffino Romitorio di Santedame Toscana 1996 is a beautiful expression of sangiovese, crafted meticulously in Tuscany, the heartland of fine Italian wine. Produced by the acclaimed Ruffino Estate, this unique vintage is aged in French oak barriques for a period of two years, offering a refined complexity and rich tannic structure. Its deep, ruby-red hue is as appealing to the eye as its layered bouquet of red fruits, spices and a hint of tobacco is to the senses. Each sip of Ruffino Romitorio di Santedame Toscana 1996 guarantees a harmonious blend of mature fruit and oak-induced spice, achieved by months of careful maceration and fermentation. This wine reflects the tradition and skill of Ruffino, a family-owned estate revered for creating some of Italy's most celebrated wines since 1877. With Ruffino Romitorio di Santedame Toscana 1996, you savour not just a wine, but a piece of Italian winemaking legacy. |
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Tuscany | 1 | - | HK$16,735.00 | |||||
Few wines are as distinguished as the Vecchie Terre di Montefili Chianti Classico Riserva 1996. Each bottle displays the exquisite craftsmanship of winemaking, hailing from the heart of Italy's prestigious Chianti Classico region. Montefili, renowned for its commitment to natural techniques, cultivates grapes on high-altitude vineyards, forging a wine of unparalleled character. This 1996 Riserva is a consummate expression of Sangiovese, a grape that forms the backbone of Chianti wines. Vecchie Terre di Montefili Chianti Classico Riserva 1996 is an elegant, well-structured, and complex wine. It opens with beguiling aromas of ripe fruit, spice and leather, seamlessly merging into a palate highlighted by balanced acidity and firm tannins. The finish is captivatingly persistent, making this bottle truly one for the ages. Adhering strictly to traditional methods, Montefili shuns the use of chemicals in the vineyard and in the winery, unifying man and nature in every single vintage like the 1996 Riserva. |