San Giusto a Rentennano Percarlo 2016

100 points Falstaff Guide: "Deep, rich ruby colour. Exceedingly appealing, complex nose of cigar box and cypress tree, followed by wonderfully rich notes of wild raspberry and black cherry. Very sumptuous on the palate with firm and sturdy tannin, beautifully ripe fruit, profound earthiness on the finish. What an experience! (2/14/21)"

99 points/'A Modern Day Benchmark,' Antonio Galloni (Vinous): "The 2016 Percarlo captures all of the beauty it has always shown in the cellar. Pliant, silky and exceptionally polished, the 2016 simply has it all. Freshly cut flowers, rose petal, mint, spice and blood orange add striking aromatic nuance to a core of brilliant Sangiovese fruit. Powerful and ample, with superb aromatic lift, the 2016 Percarlo is exceptionally beautiful and moving from the very first taste. A whole range of floral and mineral notes extend the finish effortless. The tannins need time to soften, so readers should plan on at least a few years of cellaring. In a word: compelling. Drink: 2023-2045. (Aug 2019)"

98+ points Monica Larner (Wine Advocate): "The iconic San Giusto a Rentennano 2016 Percarlo is a gorgeous expression, opening slowly to reveal black fruit, blue flowers, lilac, honey, potting soil and a touch of fragrant porcino mushroom. These are stunning results, with a soft and contoured mouthfeel followed by elegant tannins, balanced acidity and a long finish that wraps over the palate with silky intensity. Keep the wine in your cellar for a few more years, allowing it to take on extra complexity and volume. In a sense, Percarlo transcends Sangiovese. Not only does it deliver the classic characteristics of the variety, it does so with a touch of magic, transforming the grape into an ethereal and soulful expression of Tuscany. Drink: 2022-2050. (8/31/20)"