96 points James Suckling: "This is a beautiful Brancaia feathering a fine line of decadent dark fruit and complex herbal and spicy notes. Blackberries, dark cherries, Thai basil, peppermint tea, bark, cassis and pure blackcurrants all come to mind. A full body, characterized by layered but racy rich fruit, yet there’s an unmistakable current of acidity that doesn’t let go. Very classy and elegant with remarkable finesse and freshness. Drink from 2025. (11/7/19)"
95 points Antonio Galloni (Vinous): "Brancaia's Il Blu is gorgeous in 2016. Fresh, perfumed and beautifully lifted, the 2016 strikes a captivating balance between power and finesse. Red cherry, flowers, mint, cinnamon and blood orange all give the 2016 brightness and vitality, and yet there is plenty of the richness readers have come to expect from this wine as well. The 2016 is one of the more polished, nuanced vintages of Brancaia I can remember tasting. Drink: 2022-2036. (Aug 2019)"
93 points Wine Spectator: "[$100 list] A bright, tension-filled style, offering blackberry, black currant, iron, tar and rosemary aromas and flavors. The tannins are formidable yet refined, with sweet, ripe fruit returning on the finish. Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. Best from 2022 through 2036. (10/31/20)"
Product SKU | 338908 |
Producer | Brancaia |
Country | Italy |
Region | Tuscany |
Varietal | Other Red Blends |
Designation | Super Tuscan |
Vintage | 2016 |
Size | 750ml |
Color | Red |
Blend | 70% Merlot, 25% Sangiovese, 5% Cabernet Sauvignon |
ABV | 14.5% |
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