San Giusto - Percarlo 2017

FALSTAFF: "Sattes, intensive Rubin mit leichtem Granatrand. Eröffnet in der Nase mit betont würzigen Noten, nach getrockneten Kräuter, reife Zwetschge und dunkle Kirsche, etwas Tabak im Hintergrund. Im Ansatz sehr präsent und lebendig, satte Zwetschgenfrucht, öffnet sich mit griffigem, festem Tannin, im Finale etwas sandig."

WINE SPECTATOR: " This red is saturated with blackberry, black currant, violet, iron and spice flavors. Powerful tannins lend support and this finishes with lingering fruit and rustic tannins, with terrific length. Best from 2023 through 2036. 850 cases made, 175 cases imported."

THE WINE ADVOCATE: "The organic San Giusto a Rentennano 2017 Percarlo is a pure expression of Sangiovese from a hot and dry vintage that resulted in smaller berry size, richly concentrated flavors and a well-contained 15% alcohol content. Indeed, the bouquet of this wine shows warm cherry confit and a touch of dried berry skin that point to the general ripeness of the grapes. Additionally, there is a hint of tannic astringency or tightness that also speaks of the challenging vintage conditions. Percarlo is released in 13,302 bottles, 700 magnums, 100 double magnums and 20 Imperial bottles (or double double magnums)."