2012 Guidalberto, Tenuta San Guido, Tuscany, Italy

A blend of Cabernet Sauvignon (60%) and Merlot (40%), the nose of the 2012 are bright and persistent and open in the glass to reveal beautiful aromatics with layers of cassis, espresso bean & dark plum fruit characters with hints of wild herbs and spices. The palate is complex and persistent with supple red cherry fruit characters, all spice and tobacco notes balanced by a mouth-watering and finely laced freshness and a refined mineral quality which leads to a long finish. Impresses with its overall balance and finesse. Although this wine is delicious on release it will develop greater complexity with age.

Stuart Rae, Private Account Manager, Berry Bros. & Rudd