Argiano

2012 VINTAGE ONLY; 96PTS, JAMES SUCKLING Elegant and powerful with aroma of red berries that are complex and balanced. It finishes with silky rounded tannins.

87 PTS ROBERT PARKER, JR. The '02 Argiano Solengo, a Cabernet-Merlot-Syrah blend, is unquestionably good for the vintage, spicy, vigorous, and continuous and with well defined berry fruit.

92 PTS WINE ENTHUSIAST. The '06 Argiano Brunello di Montalcino offers an elegant aromatic combination of red fruit, spicy barbecue and polished mineral; streamlined mouthfeel; will not overwhelm.

93 PTS JAMES SUCKLING. Dark fruit with a mineral and black licorice character. Full body, with chewy tannins and a long finish.

92 PTS WINE SPECTATOR. The '01 Argiano Brunello di Montalcino has intense aromas of fresh raspberry and sliced mushrooms; full-bodied, with chewy tannins. Long and structured; needs time.

92 PTS WINE SPECTATOR, Solid, with blackberry, plum and cedar character on the nose and palate; full-bodied, with chewy tannins and a long finish. This is what you expect from an outstanding Brunello.

90 PTS WINE SPECTATOR. Aromas of raisins, grilled beef and aged tobacco; the Argiano Solengo is full-bodied, with round, ripe tannins and a long, ripe fruit, raspberry aftertaste; impressive.

Peppery-herbal and vanilla aromas, Full-body, dark cherry and plum fruit flavors. Supported by sweet tannins with a oak finish.