Cinciano Pietra Forte Rosso Magnums Case: 1 bottle each: 2013, 2016, 2019, 2013

Cinciano Pietraforte IGP Toscana
The 2013 Pietra Forte displays a fair bit of development with its dried dark fruit aromas, earthy tones, and garnet colour. This tertiary character is balanced on the palate by fresh acidity and a dense, firm structure. Layers of dark chocolate, cedar, and charred, meaty nuances deepen the mid palate and linger on the finish. Despite its venerable age, the tannins on this Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot-Sangiovese blend remain quite pronounced. Decant 30 minutes before serving. 2023-2028 – JB

Cinciano Pietraforte IGP Toscana
The Pietra Forte Rosso is a blend of equal parts Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon with a seasoning of Sangiovese. This is a bold and brawny red wine with huge depth of flavour and firm, chewy tannins. Heady notes of baked cherry, plum, and prune fairly leap from the glass, with undercurrents of violet and smoked meat. Aged in small French barrels for just over a year, it has toasted, spicy notes lingering on the finish. 2023-2038 – JB

Cinciano Pietraforte IGP Toscana
A ripe, youthful red with fragrant floral and dark fruit aromas, overlaying notes of Provençal herbs, sweet tobacco, and spice. Equally fruit-driven on the palate with generous proportions and a smooth, glossy texture. Finishes dry, with polished tannins that are already remarkably approachable. The Sangiovese character is a little more discreet on this vintage, whereas the dark fruit of Cabernet Sauvignon and fleshy, rounded nature of Merlot shine through. Drinking well now and should hold well for a decade. 2023-2033 – JB