La Spinetta Casanova Della Spinetta Riserva 2006 Toscana - Italy

94 Points, The Wine Advocate:“The 2006 Sezzana is a twin of the Sassontino, but
not an identical one. Although the grape used is the same (100% Sangiovese
from 45-year-old vines), this vineyard site sees heavier soils with gravel and bigger
stones. The two vineyard sites, Sezzana and Sassontino, are located six kilometers
apart. This wine shows more muscle power and perhaps more longevity. It is
structured and determined with firm character and a lot of fruit substance and
fiber at its core.”

LA SPINETTA 2006 TOSCANA ROSSO “SEZZANA RISERVA” 

-100% Sangiovese
-40 year old vines planted in sandy, cancerous and rocky volcanic soil giving this wine amazing aromatics and depth.
-250 meters elevation.
-aged 14 months in 100% new, medium toast French barrique transferred to stainless steel vats for 3 months before bottling
-no filtration, no clarifying
-released 10 years after bottling

Ripe plum, dark red cherry, pine, forest floor, spice, menthol, roasted coffee, cocoa, hints of vanilla and toasty oak. A rich texture delivers classic dark cherry fruit and balanced acidity. Enjoy it now, however,
you can easily cellar for another 10 years.