The 2023 Flaccianello della Pieve is a blend of four parcels in Panzano. A vertical, explosive wine, the 2023 delivers the goods big time. Dark Sangiovese fruit, clove, new leather, menthol, licorice and chocolate saturate the palate. The 2023 is an outrageously gorgeous Flaccianello. Readers should plan on cellaring it for at least a few years. It's a superb effort from the Manetti family. Drink: 2030-2048
This is richly textured, featuring cherry, black currant, graphite and tobacco aromas and flavors framed by vanilla and toasty oak. Harmonious and detailed, with lively acidity driving its intense length. Tempting to enjoy now, but give this a few years to really sing.
Another star is born. The organic Fontodi 2023 Flaccianello della Pieve takes the natural generosity of this vintage and runs with it, showing more richness, exuberance and a luscious, fruit-forward personality. This is broader and bigger than Vigna del Sorbo, with a deep core of dark cherry and ripe berry fruit supported by open-knit tannins. Despite its ample proportions, the wine remains beautifully composed and persistent. Made with 100% Sangiovese, it ages for 24 months in French oak barriques and larger casks.
A classy, contemporary wine. There is great balance between graphite minerality and aromas of red fruit, violets, roses, irises and licorice. Full-bodied. It shows weight and density on the palate, maintaining tension and youthful red cherry fruit. A bit warming and lifted yet long, with great potential for aging. Drink or hold.
