Candialle ‘Ciclope’ Toscana 2012

The wine is a bit shy at first, but with a little time in the glass, it reveals its true character. The profile leans toward dark, spicy fruit – juicy blackberry, blueberry and black cherry notes complemented by baking spices. There’s still some grip to the tannins, but they’re balanced perfectly by vibrant fruit and acidity.

What’s fascinating is that structurally, it drinks more like an aged Chianti Classico rather than the massive, plush style that many Super Tuscans adopted. But unlike Chianti, this offers a more dark-fruited and savory profile that comes from a rare, but seamless Merlot-Petit Verdot blend.