Castello dei Rampolla Toscana d'Alceo 2019

98 points Monica Larner (Wine Advocate): "[$225 list] This is a classic beauty. The 2019 d'Alceo, made with 85% Cabernet Sauvignon and 15% Petit Verdot, is dark and enriched, but magically, it is never heavy or bulky. It carries its weight with feather-like grace backed by dry tannins and lovely fruit layering. There is blackcurrant, kirsch, blackberry liqueur, exotic spice, black rose and crushed stone. That mineral note stands out like a filigree of shiny silver stitched through the wine's rich, velvety texture. Drink: 2025-2050. (9/21/23)"

97 points Antonio Galloni (Vinous): "Rampolla's 2019 D'Alceo is creamy and resonant in the glass. Inky dark fruit, lavender, blackberry and spice all meld together in a wine that combines power and elegance. Seamless tannins extend the finish effortlessly. In many vintages, D'Alceo is a powerhouse. The 2019 is sublime. Drink: 2027-2039. (Aug 2023)"

96 points Falstaff Guide: "Impenetrable, rich ruby-violet. Opens with appealing notes of cassis and blackberries, with some smoke and mint. Grippy, finely meshed tannins at the core, opens up in many layers, dark berryish fruit, still needs a few years. Alcohol 14%. (2/9/24)"

95 points James Suckling: "Blackcurrants, fresh flowers, and blue berries with sandalwood. Medium-bodied with very fine tannins and a fresh finish. Very fine, focused and bright. Cabernet sauvignon and petit verdot. Best after 2025. (8/7/23)"