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Tolaini Al Passo Toscana 2021 750ml
An expressive, fruity style, this red features cherry, raspberry, plum, floral and wild herb aromas and flavors_read more

Vinous Media 94 Points: The 2021 Al Passo is a very beautiful and expressive wine. Dried cherry, tobacco, cedar, licorice and incense lend notable aromatic nuance. This Sangiovese/Merlot/Cabernet Sauvignon blend has a ton to offer. Bright acids pull it all toge...Show More >
Vinous Media 94 Points: The 2021 Al Passo is a very beautiful and expressive wine. Dried cherry, tobacco, cedar, licorice and incense lend notable aromatic nuance. This Sangiovese/Merlot/Cabernet Sauvignon blend has a ton to offer. Bright acids pull it all together in style.
Wine Spectator 91 Points: An intense red, evoking cherry, raspberry, pomegranate, mineral, tobacco and wild herb flavors. Silky and sappy, with fine-grained tannins lingering on the finish. Overall, this shows finesse. Sangiovese, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon. Drink now through 2032.
James Suckling 91 Points: Cassis, meat, leather and earth notes. Firm acidity and tannins with a chalky texture, a full body and supple fruit balancing the structure. Austere on the finish. Best after two to three years of aging.
Winemaker Notes
point of the Montebello vineyard where an Estruscan tomb was uncovered only a few
years ago. From here there is a clear view of Montepulciano, Montalcino, and the tower
of Piazza del Campo in Siena. This has clearly been a magical place for centuries,
which adds to the mystique of this passo.
Spicy notes of oak rise above distinct aromas of cherry and berry. The palate has a backbone of Sangiovese, a roundness of Merlot and enhanced body from the Cabernet Sauvignon. The fruit purity and varietal signatures are testament to the meticulous care given to the vines. Equal parts Sangiovese, Merlot, and Cabernet Sauvignon.
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Wine Information:
Country: Italy
Region: Tuscany
Sub-Region:
Appellation: Toscana IGT
Variety: Sangiovese, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon
Type: Reds
Size: 750ml
Choose when time is of the essence
Antonio Galloni writes: The 2020 Al Passo is a powerful, deep wine. A blast of dark fruit, chocolate, mocha, dried herbs, leather and menthol makes a strong opening statement. This heady, internationally-styled wine has a lot going on. I would prefer to drink it over the next decade or so. The Sangiovese/Merlot/Cabernet Sauvignon blend works especially well. Drinking 2025 - 2035 - Vinous 92
Monica Larner writes: A blend of equal parts Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, the 2020 Al Passo offers soft lines and lots of rich fruit with black cherry, blackberry and light spice. This vintage does not have the clarity or precision of a cooler vintage, but it does offer good volume and upfront intensity. Drinking 2023 - 2027 - Robert Parker Wine Advocate 91
Zekun Shuai writes: Savory and spicy nose with some sweet spices over the berry and citrus fruit. Expressive and fine-grained on the palate with a firm backbone and a tight, lengthy finish. Unfiltered. Drink now. - James Suckling 92
Bruce Sanderson writes: A rich style, this red boasts ripe cherry, blackberry, black currant, wild herb and spice flavors aligned with a supple texture. Fresh and tangy, with a long, resonant finish. Harmonious, this is accessible now with decanting or aeration, but no rush. Sangiovese, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon. Drink now through 2028. Wine Spectator 91