The name sangiovese is derived from the Latin word Jove, meaning blood of Jupiter (Jove, I must add, is my elder son's name, and so I feel quite kindred with this wine). I applaud the restraint applied here, with confected notes held back to allow the true rusticity, oregano, black and sour cherry and tomato leaf to shine. Plenty of spice, some dried orange rind, tobacco and fresh mushroom builds to reveal more of the earthiness for which we know and love this variety. Remarkably, the inaugural release of this wine, with ease and drinkability at the fore. - 95 points, Katrina Butler
