The 2013 I Sodi di San Niccolò shows the beauty and purity of the Sangiovese grape. In this bottling, the lovely cherry fruit of the Sangiovese is enhanced by a judicious addition of the aromatic Malvasia Nera and the combination is a sensuous delight. Lovely aromas of pure red cherry, blackberry and raspberry fruits are interwoven with nuances of lilac, herbs, cedar, vanilla and cinnamon spice. The flavors are equally exciting, with red and black fruits underlain by a rich texture and delicate floral, herb, cedar, vanilla and spice tones. This is a stunning Tuscan red that merits your attention.
Castellare di Castellina, Colli della Toscana Centrale IGT (Tuscany, Italy) 2013
By Wayne Belding