James
Suckling has just published on his website the list of 100 of best 2010 and
2011 Super Tuscan reds (90 points or more) and Banfi stands out with 4 wines!!
Excellent result for Summus 2010 that gets a score of 93, as well as for the first vintage of Aska that receives 92 points.
Really outstanding rating achieved by Centine 2011 with its 91 points, same as for Belnero 2010.
Below the tasting comments from James Suckling:
Excellent result for Summus 2010 that gets a score of 93, as well as for the first vintage of Aska that receives 92 points.
Really outstanding rating achieved by Centine 2011 with its 91 points, same as for Belnero 2010.
Below the tasting comments from James Suckling:
Castello
Banfi Toscana Summus
· Country
Italy
· Region
Tuscany
· Varietal
· Vintage
2010
· Score
93
Tasting Notes
· Country
Italy
· Region
Tuscany
· Varietal
· Vintage
2010
· Score
93
Tasting Notes
A wine with grace and
beauty with blueberry and chocolate character. Medium-to-full body, with fine
tannins and a clean finish. Sangiovese (25%), Cabernet Sauvignon (40%), Syrah
(35%). Delicious now but will be better in 2015.
Castello
Banfi Toscana Aska
· Country
Italy
· Region
Tuscany
· Varietal
· Vintage
2010
· Score
92
Tasting Notes
· Country
Italy
· Region
Tuscany
· Varietal
· Vintage
2010
· Score
92
Tasting Notes
New wine from this famous
Brunello estate. From the area of Bolgheri. I like the tangy fruit, shaved
chocolate and hints of walnuts. Full body, yet fresh and balanced. Cabernet
Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc. Try in 2016.
Castello Banfi Toscana Centine
· Country
Italy
· Region
Tuscany
· Varietal
· Vintage
2011
· Score
91
Tasting Notes
The aromas of strawberries,
cream and flan are bountiful. Full body, with soft and silky tannins and lively
acidity. Almost tangy. Fruity and lively finish. A wonderful value from one of
the benchmarks of Tuscany. 60% Sangiovese, 20% Cabernet Sauvignon and 20%
Merlot. Drink or hold.
Castello
Banfi Toscana Belnero
· Country
Italy
· Region
Tuscany
· Varietal
· Vintage
2010
· Score
91
Tasting Notes
· Country
Italy
· Region
Tuscany
· Varietal
· Vintage
2010
· Score
91
Tasting Notes
Aromas of blueberries,
blackberries and moss follow through to a full body, with fine tannins and a
juicy, fruity, fresh finish. Savory and lightly salty. Excellent to drink now
but better in two or three years. A delicious wine for a good price. Predominantly
Sangiovese.
Enjoy!