Poliziano Vino Nobile di Montepulciano Asinone 2019

95 points Eric Guido (Vinous): "The 2019 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano Asinone is intense with a bouquet of stone dust, dried violets, black currants and cocoa powder. This is elegance exemplified, velvety and soothing, yet energetic, with a dense wave of polished red and black fruits that wash across the palate, leaving minerals and sweet tannins to mingle toward the close. A subtle layer of sour citrus helps enliven the otherwise-structured finale as minty herbal tones slowly fade. The 2019 is a total darling and has the balance to mature beautifully in collectors’ cellars. Drink: 2024-2033. (Feb 2023)"

94 points Monica Larner (Wine Advocate): "This wine is born in a 12-hectare parcel with calcareous clay soils at a cool 350 to 450 meters above sea level. The Poliziano 2019 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano Asinone reinforces a familiar house style with an emphasis on soft extraction, rich texture and dark fruit flavors. All of this is framed by generous oak spice and tannins. This full-bodied wine closes with blackberry, vanilla cream and and toasted cinnamon. Drink 2022-2033 (Dec 2023)"

93 points Falstaff Guide: "Bright ruby red, subtly lighter at the rim. Opens radiantly on the nose with fine nuances of ripe dark berries, subtle graphite and some leather; inviting. On the palate it has finely meshed tannins, stalky, but also great juiciness and fine interplay; it develops well, and has firm drive on the finish. (12/2/22)"

92 points Wine Spectator: "Lushly textured, fresh and harmonious, this red features cherry, plum, sanguine, mineral and herbal aromas and flavors. The finish is persistent, leaving a savory impression. Sangiovese, Colorino and Canaiolo. Best from 2024 through 2032. (9/30/22)"