currently 165,387 Wines and 25,033 Producers, including 3,160 classified producers.
Tart, quite strong mineral notes, appears closed on the nose, partly dried sour cherries and wild berries. Cool and tart on the palate, delicate, slightly sour fruit, has some substance, fine tannins, quite prominent mineral notes, very persistent and quite complex, deep with a long finish. A very individualistic Brunello, gains significantly from aeration, needs a second or third sip to develop and impress.
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 |