currently 165,711 Wines and 25,036 Producers, including 3,204 classified producers.
Quite firm, somewhat earthy, tobacco and hints of cedar aroma of black and red berries with dry herbal notes, liquorice and a little juniper. Taut, juicy, tart fruit with bacony, slightly peppery notes reminiscent of red pepper, present, yet quite fine tannin, persistent on the palate, good depth, chocolaty wood flavours, some nut butter, has melting and warmth, but becomes rather firmer with air, very good finish with dark juice, dark chocolate and toasty notes
The Republic of Italy in southern Europe with its capital Rome covers 301,338 km². Most of the national territory is located on the Apennine Peninsula, which is surrounded by...
DOCG area for red wine in the Italian region of Tuscany. The zone encompasses the slopes around the picturesque hilltop town of Montalcino, 40 kilometres south of Siena in the province...
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100 WP uniqueWines that can only be made differently, but not better. |
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95-99 WP greatWorld-class wines whose depth, complexity, character and expressiveness give an unforgettable, sensual experience. |
90-94 WP excellentFirst class wines that are among the best of their kind. They are characterized by purity, harmony, depth and character. |
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85-89 WP very goodRemarkable wines with personality, expression, as well as a certain complexity and depth. They deserve every wine lover's attention. |
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80-84 WP goodClean, harmonious, at best typical wines. |
75-79 WP passable |
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70-74 WP schwach |
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60-69 WP insufficient |
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50-59 WP unacceptable |