Fontodi, Flaccianello Della Pieve, 2013

Fontodi's Flaccianello Della Pieve is one of Tuscany's most celebrated Super-Tuscan expressions—a wine that proves 100% Sangiovese can rival any international blend. Organically farmed on Fontodi's Tuscan hillside estate, Flaccianello is fermented traditionally then aged 24 months in barrique, allowing the wine to develop its signature power and aromatic complexity. At 12 years old, the 2013 is drinking beautifully: wild berries, spice, crushed mineral, and forest florals create a seductive bouquet. The palate shows blue and purplish hues, clove, lavender, and new leather—all supported by big, searing tannins that promise 20+ more years of evolution. This is a wine that commands attention.