Tolani 'Al Passo' Toscana 2018

Critical Acclaim: 95 pts James Suckling; 93 pts Vinous; 92 pts Wine Spectator. 

Winemaker Tasting Notes: Spicy notes of oak rise above distinct aromas of cherry and berry. The palate has a backbone of Sangiovese, a roundness of Merlot and enhanced body from the Cabernet Sauvignon. The fruit purity and varietal signatures are testament to the meticulous care given to the vines. 

"This is a fantastic red with so much cherry, currant, ash, tobacco, earth and walnut aromas. It’s full and layered with firm tannins that provide form, texture and structure. Linear and long. Really excellent for the vintage. Give it two or three years to come together, but already a beauty. Try after 2024."- James Suckling. 

"The 2018 Al Passo is another appealing wine in the Tolaini range. Sangiovese, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon work well together in this blend. Bright and punchy, the 2018 bristles with energy from start to finish. Ripe red/purplish berry fruit, rose petal, spice, mint and blood orange build effortlessly."- Vinous. 

"A tightly packed red, evoking blackberry, black cherry, tar, tobacco and white pepper notes, aligned with a dense matrix of tannins. Well proportioned, this just needs time to relax and stretch out on the finish. Sangiovese, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon. *Smart Buys."- Wine Spectator. 

Varietal: 34% Sangiovese, 33% Merlot and 33% Cabernet Sauvignon.