This is the second edition of this new wine from Tenuta Sette Ponti. The 2013 Valdarno di Sopra Vigna dell'Impero is a gorgeous expression of Sangiovese that shows the wild and slightly rustic personality of the Valdarno di Sopra appellation. Only 6,700 bottles were produced. The bouquet delivers smooth integration and lots of varietal character with wild berry, spice, wet earth and underbrush. I am impressed. The 2013 vintage offers a very smooth and silky approach with medium build and good persistence.
James Suckling (97)
Very aromatic with subtle tea-leaf, underbrush, dried-cherry and flower character. Medium to full body, fine tannins and a fresh finish. Lovely acidity to this. Long and thoughtful wine. All about length and beauty. Pure old-vine sangiovese.
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Falstaff (93)
Brilliant ruby with a slight garnet edge. Intense and savoury nose, shows notes of plum, currant, some cardamom and lots of cedar, balsamic. Shows fine texture on the palate, nuances of raspberry and ripe cherry, opens with well-integrated tannins, firm on the finish.
