Grifalco Aglianico del Vulture Grifalco 2020

92+ points Eric Guido (Vinous): "The 2020 Aglianico del Vulture Superiore Grifalco is a bright and vibrant effort, with masses of crushed plums, citrus zests, flowery underbrush and hints of gingery spice forming its bouquet. This is silky yet nearly juicy in character, with vibrant acidity propelling the ripe wild berry and licorice tones within. A flourish of sweet spice pops through the finale, as a coating of subtle tannins settle in, and pretty inner florals resonate throughout. Readers can certainly cellar the 2020 over the short term in search of more complexity, but it’s already so good today that it’s going to be hard to wait. Drink: 2024-2030. (Sep 2022)"

91 points Wine Spectator: "[$29 list] A dense red with fine, crisp tannins, featuring lovely violet, leather and sandalwood aromatics that waft through ripe raspberry, plum sauce and fresh rosemary notes. Bright and minerally, with a long, fragrant finish. Drink now through 2030. (8/31/23)"