A blend of Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah, the Castello Banfi 2020 SummuS comes with a black label and a metal label appliqué. That fancy packaging leads to an elegant bouquet and soft fruit flavors, blackberry, baked plum and sweet spice. The tannins are resolved, and the wine shows lots of supple layering. That said, the wine is ready to drink now with an accessible personality.
94 points, Monica Larner, Wine Advocate (Feb 2025)
A deep well of cherry, plum, boysenberry, iron and tobacco aromas and flavors highlights this complex red. Beginning to reveal tertiary elements of truffle and woodsy underbrush, while lively acidity drives the excellent finish. Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Syrah. Drink now through 2038. 2,900 cases made, 450 cases imported.
93 points, Bruce Sanderson, Wine Spectator (Jun 2025)
Rich and layered on the nose with vanilla bean and dark fruit, then earth and pepper. Berries and vanilla-chocolate swirl on the palate enveloped by silky, supple tannins.
93 points, Danielle Callegari, Wine Enthusiast (Oct 2025)
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