The standout wine of this tasting, Camartina 2016 is the result not only of a balanced vintage of great quality, but the process of winemaking refinement which saw large casks being introduced alongside barriques for ageing. This has it all, and is still remarkably youthful. Intense cassis, cola and amaro aromas with a waft of menthol introduce a tightly coiled and sapid core framed by grippy, chalky textured tannins. The fruit is wonderfully precise and with good concentration. Dark cherry and blackberry align with balsamic herbs and bright acidity. Superb! 10,000 bottles.
97 points, James Button, Decanter (Apr 2025)
The 2016 Camartina is superb. As always, Camartina is 70% Cabernet Sauvignon and 30% Sangiovese, all from Greve's Ruffoli district, where Querciabella is located. At this stage in its development, the Camartina is driven by Sangiovese in its red-toned fruit, aromatics and acid profile. The 2016 is vibrant, saline and full of energy. I am so intrigued to see how it develops in bottle.
95+ points, Antonio Galloni, Vinous (Sep 2020)
Ripe, sweet black currant, black cherry, iron, leather and tobacco flavors mingle in this tightly-wound red. Balanced, dense and remains focused and persistent on the lingering finish. Decant now, or age another year or two. Cabernet Sauvignon and Sangiovese. Best from 2023 through 2045. 683 cases made, 22 cases imported.
95 points, Bruce Sanderson, Wine Spectator (Jul 2021)
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