Russ Kujan

9.2

2022 vintage. Strong acidity, Raspberry, red fruit, cocoa, leather, and spices. Freshness and terroir on display. Good stuff. Good value. — a month ago

Joaquin Martinez

8.9

Needs more time. The oak shows but its a great wine. — 8 months ago

Robert Ahlstrom

9.1

Brownish ruby, medium opacity, noticeable tannins, leather and tobacco with red berries, fun grape varietal — 9 months ago

Melissa Housman

9.2

Juicy plum and cherry on nose, dry but much bigger than a provance, some grip on palette. — 4 years ago

Douglas Braun

8.9

Dusty Black Cherry , rose petal , mineral, black pepper spice nice acidity good with leftover pasta -still relatively firm tannins — 6 years ago

Caroline Vassiliades

10

Best Chardonnay I’ve had in a long time. Not too oaky. — 7 years ago

Jakub Kalinowski

9.0

Very fruit forward with black cherry & some blueberry, a touch of sundries tomatoes and well integrated wood (used French large tonneaux). Nice balance and polished tannins, the 2015 is highly drinkable — 8 years ago

Freddy R. Troya

9.4

Piaggia Carmignano Riserva 2021
Carmignano DOCG – Tuscany – Italy 🇮🇹

Overview
A compelling Tuscan blend composed primarily of Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Cabernet Franc, crafted by Piaggia, one of Carmignano’s benchmark estates, recognized for low yields, concentration, and precision-driven winemaking while preserving regional identity. The 2021 vintage beautifully captures the structured, terroir-focused soul of Carmignano without leaning into excessive ripeness or modern exaggeration.

Aromas & Flavors
Black cherry, ripe plum, dried herbs, tobacco leaf, cedar, earthy undertones, and subtle graphite unfold with remarkable balance and restraint. Dark fruit remains fresh and vibrant rather than jammy, allowing savory and mineral nuances to shine through.

Mouthfeel
Medium+ bodied with elevated tension, polished yet firm tannins, and beautifully integrated acidity. Structured and intentional, carrying both power and elegance through a long, refined finish.

Food Pairings
Excellent with bistecca alla Fiorentina, grilled lamb chops, wild boar ragù, roasted meats, or aged cheeses such as Pecorino Toscano or Parmigiano Reggiano.

Verdict
A serious and historically compelling Tuscan red that feels refreshingly authentic in a world often dominated by overhyped “Super Tuscans.” Piaggia delivers structure, terroir expression, and sophistication without sacrificing regional character. This is Tuscany speaking fluently through discipline and balance rather than sheer opulence.

Did You Know?
Long before the “Super Tuscan” movement emerged, Carmignano producers were already legally blending Sangiovese with Cabernet Sauvignon as far back as the 1700s, after Cabernet vines were introduced to Tuscany under the Medici family. In many ways, Carmignano quietly pioneered the concept centuries earlier.

🍷 Personal Pick
This is exactly the kind of under-the-radar Tuscan wine that rewards drinkers looking beyond prestige labels and chasing authenticity, structure, and historical soul instead. Cheers! — 2 months ago

Cindy Glennon

9.5

Really unique, both enjoyed it. Lighthouse $16 — a year ago

Yuri Serizawa

8.9

Mild and sweet. — 4 years ago

Lorena Jordao

8.9

Great table wine — 6 years ago

Alanna Louise

9.0

Sangiovese -Esque but a little lighter. Delish — 7 years ago

Karin. Bbb

9.2

Nice Sangiovese with lamb well balanced. — 8 years ago

Paul K

9.2

Coming into its own! — 8 months ago

Anthony De Blasi

9.3

Enjoyed this over the weeks with Coravin. Good but I remember that I liked previous bottles more — 8 months ago

leon egozi

9.1

NY wine spectator event — 8 months ago

Berry Marinussen

9.4

To young! Lot of pontential — 3 years ago

Neal Ferry

9.0

Dry as Dirt…. — 5 years ago

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Brandon Boesch

9.5

This is beautiful! Such a food friendly wine with berries galore and nice herbal tea like notes. Consistently one of the best stateside dolcetto wines available. Could also stand another 5-10 years of age as well. — 7 years ago

Wojpodge

9.5

So far so good. Just opened and letting it sit. Dark fruit with some mint and cedar. Fairly acidic and tannic at first. One hour in fantastic marzipan turning to tar and camphor. Day two still tarry nose and fairly acidic mouthfeel. Happy to let it sit. — 8 years ago