A 70/30 blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc, the Tenuta le Colonne 2019 Bolgheri Superiore is a small production of 6,000 (rather heavy) glass bottles from a site with sandy, gravel-rich soils. It reveals pure aromas of black fruit, dried blueberry, toasted oak, cherry and crushed stone. This softly textured, medium to full-bodied red also shows a pretty hint of earth, forest floor and delicate blue flower.
95+ points, Monica Larner, Wine Advocate (Jul 2022)
An elegant, vibrant red signaled by mint, wild rosemary and eucalyptus aromas. Boasts black currant, blackberry, violet and mineral flavors, which exert themselves on the palate as this builds to a lingering finish. Balanced and will be even better in a year or two. Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon. Best from 2025 through 2043. 600 cases made, 250 cases imported.
94 points, Bruce Sanderson, Wine Spectator (Sep 2023)
Ruby coloured and leafy scented, this is full of fresh notes of rosemary and lavender, pipe tobacco and a balsamic touch. Multifaceted and complex, dense and fresh, it shows a delicate rose flavour with tight, youthful and crunchy cassis and red cherry. It's angular but the toasty flavours make for a nice finish.
93 points, Aldo Fiordelli, Decanter (Jun 2022)
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