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You can also browse \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/stainless-steel-aged-wines\"\u003eStainless Steel-Aged Wines\u003c\/a\u003e to compare a different aspect of the wines.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"il-bastardo-sangiovese","title":"Il Bastardo Sangiovese 2024 750ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe IL Bastardo winery is located in the Rufina area of Tuscany just 20 KM’s outside of Florence in the Sieve River Valley and considered the best area for Sangiovese grapes after the “Classico” Region. Our consulting winemaker, Paolo Masi macerates the crushed grapes on the skins in stainless steel for 10 days creating a brightly colored fruit forward wine. Dark Ruby red color, aromatic nose, with blackberry and cherry aromas and flavors. On the palate it is medium bodied with good tannins and an overall Chianti like fruit finish. 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The ruby-red color is vibrant and intense. The wide-ranging bouquet is utterly elegant with fruity sensations that pervade the nose when you first smell it. Hints of forest fruits and ripe red berries, accompanied by elegant floral notes, are the predominant aromas. When left to breathe, it releases scents of spices and balsamic notes, which give it remarkable balance and complexity. When tasted, it reveals a dense yet elegant tannic texture that, together with its characteristic mineral quality, envelops the palate and leaves a lasting impression thanks to its harmonious balance. The finish is long, warming and persistent, with resurging hints of sweet spices and balsamic notes.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCritical Acclaim\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 Points James Suckling\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBlack-cherry and blackberry aromas with minerals and fresh flowers, following through to a full body with firm, silky tannins that are polished and intense. Lovely finesse and length. Drink after 2023.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e93 Points Robert Parker's Wine Advocate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Frescobaldi 2016 Brunello di Montalcino CastelGiocondo shows dark fruit, plum and spice. The wine offers good density and richness, but the aromatic intensity is downplayed compared to some of its peers from this classic vintage. Other than that, all the wine's elements are in the right place with cherry, wild plum, rose and tilled earth. 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Soft and round palate with an excellent acid boost. Firm but soft tannins. Powerful and explosive it embodies all the energy of the hot vintage while maintaining a surprising freshness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCritical Acclaim\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 James Suckling\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFascinating aromas of blackcurrants, orange peel, stone, minerals and blanched walnuts follow through to a medium to full body with firm and polished tannins that deliver a pleasant, caressing mouthfeel. But it requires more bottle age, as expected. 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It is the estate’s way of welcoming guests arriving from all over the world. The wine expresses elegance, freshness, and excellent drinkability—fully in line with our oenological vision. Sangiovese, blended and enhanced with Cabernet Sauvignon, gives the wine its honest character and versatility at the table, making it a convivial, food-friendly choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCritical Acclaim\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAMQAA\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003eJeb Dunnuck\u003c\/strong\u003e: 93+ points (lauded for fresh red berries, violet, and elegant structure)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-sfc-cp=\"\" data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-hveid=\"CAMQAg\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-sfc-root=\"c\" data-sfc-cb=\"\" data-processed=\"true\"\u003eKerin O'Keefe:\u003c\/strong\u003e 93 points (\"best vintage I've had to date of this wine,\" notes of Mediterranean scrub)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"San Guido","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43970663186649,"sku":"210000026355","price":55.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0350\/4717\/8372\/files\/21000002635501.jpg?v=1776889244"},{"product_id":"pierazzuoli-chianti-montalbano","title":"Pierazzuoli Chianti Montalbano","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePierazzuoli Chianti Montalbano\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Pierazzuoli family have two properties, one in Carmignano and the other is Tenuta Cantagallo located in the Chianti Montalbano estate. 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