Scott@Mister A’s-San Diego

9.6

2018 vintage. Last tasted 04.08.23 (9.5), 12.01.22 from a 375ml (9.5) and upon release 06.07.21 (9.5). Decanted and tasted after 45 minutes. Mysterious, dark-fruited and dusty nose. Medium body with excellent darkness of night color. Previous baby-fat overtures approximately 90% gonzo. Slimming down and getting more toned. In a state of transition with undeniable tension that can easily be misconstrued as underperforming. Last wine I tasted that was under this sort of metamorphosis at this level was the 1996 Pichon-Lalande about 1.5 years ago. Such a privilege to experience world-class wines in such a vulnerable moment. Everything is laid out bare/naked before you and you can see where the wine is headed and whether it will be following a trajectory that agrees with you. Definitely unusual to find this occurring in a wine this youthful but the 21st Century is smashing the old 20th Century clay tablets and digitizing. For most wine enthusiasts sampling this wine now, expecting some disappointment in the scoring. For myself, this is currently in the perfect symmetry of past, present and future. Will it show critically better in the future according to the accepted trials, palates, judges and juries? Probably. Will they experience the potential, doubts, insecurities and questions? Doubtful. This kid stays in this exact picture for another 2-4 years imho before striking another pose and I would love to taste this again during that time frame. An above and beyond thank you to FLB (Friday Lunch Boys) regular Todd. 08.15.25. — 8 days ago

Clay Bullwinkel

9.1

Good basic frappato, a Sicilian staple. — 7 days ago

Alex

9.1

Deep red and cherry/red fruit, light black pepper at back (14%,+/-2) — a month ago

Alexandre Pagliano

9.0

This is a very punchy, rich wine, likely a blend of Sangiovese with some bordeaux cépages like Cabernet. Actually works very well with rich food and has enough acidity and balance. Not our prime stuff in style but honestly was really good. — 7 days ago

with Jose, veronique and 1 other

Todd Scurci

9.0

#catarratto #donnafugata — 20 days ago

with Annie

Nopchanok

9.0

Amazing affordable Toscana that can go with everything — 13 days ago

Bob McDonald

9.3

Sweet rhubarb like stewed fruit notes to begin with. 70% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Sangiovese. Some balsamic notes from the Sangiovese along with herbal and cherry notes. A very satisfying Italian Red. My last bottle of 3. — 22 days ago

Colleen Tomasello

9.0

Have become a fan of the super tuscans withe their dry, full bodied character. This one has a good flavor, great accompaniment to pasta! — 8 days ago

with Mike

Sipping Fine Wine

9.4

Vega Sicilia started purchasing Toro vineyards in 1997 but didn’t release Pintia until ‘01. 100% Tinta de Toro, thick-skinned clone of Tempranillo, beautiful color, complex aromas of fruit & floral spice. Aged, 18 months, French & American oak, 15% stainless due to very dry year. On the palate pronounced fresh dark berry fruit flavors, smoky oak notes, well balanced with acidity. Complex big tannins, full body, long finish ending with elegant fruit & touch of earthy tones. Nice! Needs time! — a month ago

Carsten Rudolph

9.4

Much better than the previous one😃 — a month ago