San Felice Vigorello 2019

Distinctive wine, a pioneering producer. The 35% Pugnitello grapes, a lesser-known variety, have been rediscovered by San Felice. The winery's first foray into Supertuscan production dates back to 1968, with the 2018 vintage marking a 50-year milestone. Decanted after an hour and a half, the wine's tannins are dense and overwhelming. The second glass reveals some fruit, but the flavor profile remains unimpressive. A new and unfamiliar taste experience, with a lingering quality that defies easy description.

A true Tuscan gem, Vigorello is a masterclass in Supertuscan winemaking. Its rich, full-bodied profile is a testament to the region's top notch terroir. A seamless blend of 35% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot, 30% Pugnitello, and a undertone of Petite Verdot, Vigorello's deep, brick-red color is a promise of the suggestions within. The aromas of black currant, prune, tomato leaf, cedar, and potting soil are a masterful blend of earthy and floral notes. The palate is a deep tapestry of ripened blueberry, blackberry, cherry, vanilla, raisin, and forest floor, all held together by a dense, powdery tannin structure. A true super Tuscan, Vigorello is a wine that rewards patience and cellaring. Salute!

Rich, silky texture with a deep, plum-like hue, balanced by a nose of luscious, ripe fruit, and a full-bodied structure that balances nicely, yielding a smooth, mellow tail with understated layers of earthy undertones, and a whisper of warm spices on the palate.