Wines from Tuscany | Montepulciano

50 & 50 - Tuscan cult wine made from 50 per cent Merlot from Avignonesi and 50 per cent Sangiovese from Capannelle. Bright ruby colour with a fine garnet rim. Elegant, very elegant nose with clear notes of ripe cherries, some blackberry, wonderfully balanced. Full-bodied on the palate, shows plenty of fruit, then develops a densely structured tannin, long final with subtle tobacco and pomegranate notes. SUPERIORE.DE

"A blend of equal parts Merlot and Sangiovese, the 2020 50 & 50 opens in the glass with a tantalising mix of crushed blackberry and dried black cherry accented by sweet herbs and a hint of confectioner's spice. It has a soft texture with a lean blend of ripe red berries, spiced citrus and lively acidity that builds to cheek-melting tension towards the finish. The finish reveals the concentration of wild blueberries and the Merlot component, while the fine-grained tannins linger on and on." Vinous

"Flavours of red fruits, cedar wood, mushrooms and bark are followed by a full body with multi-layered tannins and a fruity and crisp finish. Medium to full-bodied. Dense and multi-layered with plenty of variety. A blend of 50% Merlot (Avignonese) and 50% Sangiovese (Capannelle). It needs three to four years to develop." James Suckling