Castellare di Castellina 2019 Poggio ai Merli IGT 750ml

The 2019 Poggio ai Merli (Merlot) is a dark, fleshy wine that will drink well right out of the gate. Spice, leather, new oak and tobacco add pretty hints of Chianti Classico savoriness to the lush Merlot fruit. Although quite appealing now, the 2019 has enough tannic grip to age well for many years to come.

Score: 92 points -- Antonio Galloni, Vinous, 2021