95/100 Punkte Falstaff Feb 2015
Etwas Holz und Buttercreme. Ein klein wenig Hochreife darin. Auch Tabak und erste Andeutungen von Kräuterwürze. Druckvoll und weit ausgreifend am Gaumen. Viel Saft und weitmaschiges, mürbes, poliertes Tannin, das auf der alkoholgetragenen Grundlage fast verschwindet. Unauffällige, aber mit großer Frische tragende Säure, mittlere Dichte der Frucht, mineralischer Nachhall. Trockenes Finale. Große Eleganz (im Sinn von Abrundung).

94/100 Punkte Robert Parker Oct 2014
A landmark wine on all levels, the 2011 Il Blu really seems to love the heat of the vintage. Barbara Widmer says that heat spikes followed by intermittent cool spells helped to establish complexity in her wines. Il Blu is 50% Sangiovese, 45% Merlot and 5% Cabernet Sauvignon. The nose is painted in broad strokes of espresso bean, black cherry, baking spice and moist tobacco. The mouthfeel is infinitely soft and supple.

18/20 Punkte Vinum Oktober 2016
Charakterwein mit Noten von reifen Brombeeren, Kirschen und Pflaumen. Dazu edles Holz, ein Hauch Tabak. Finesse, Kraft und Struktur am Gaumen. Vibrierende Säure und feinkörnig eingebundene Tannine verleihen Schmelz und Länge. 2016 bis 2025.

18/20 Punkte Schweizerische Weinzeitung November 2016

94/100 Punkte Robert Parker October 2017
The 2013 Il Blu is truly an exceptional wine. This blend of 70% Merlot, 25% Sangiovese and 5% Cabernet Sauvignon pours from the bottle with midnight black intensity. The wine is luscious and loud in terms of its aromatic intensity but the effect is beautifully balanced all the while. The wine is streamlined and tight in the mouth but don't underestimate its length and persistence. The finish can be counted in many long heartbeats. Some 32,000 bottles were produced.

96/100 James Suckling August 2017 A firm red with plenty of tannins that are polished and silky textured. Medium body, fresh and taut. Chocolate and cedar combines nicely with the ripe fruit. Impressive blend of merlot, sangiovese and cabernet sauvignon. One of best ever from here. Drinkable but better in 2021.

94+/100 Robert Parker, October 31, 2018
This is the wine that put Brancaia on the map of Tuscany's most celebrated estates. A blend of 70% Merlot, 25% Sangiovese and a smaller percentage of Cabernet Sauvignon (fermented with indigenous yeasts in conical steel vats and aged in new and neutral barrique for 20 months), the 2015 Il Blu is a wine that enthusiastically embraces the energy, heat and sunshine of the vintage. The fruit is dark and slightly sweet with aromas of black cherries and dried blackberries. Those flavors deliver rich, soft intensity. The wine is not quite full-bodied, because the mouthfeel is elegant and finessed, but it does deliver lasting power, freshness and polished tannins.

95/100 Punkte James Suckling October 2017
The balance and beauty to this wine shows real Super Tuscan character. Aromas of flower, dark berry and licorice follow through to a full body, ultra-fine tannins and a flavorful and focused finish. A blend of cabernet sauvignon, merlot and sangiovese. Drink now or hold.

94+/100 Robert Parker, October 31, 2018
This is the wine that put Brancaia on the map of Tuscany's most celebrated estates. A blend of 70% Merlot, 25% Sangiovese and a smaller percentage of Cabernet Sauvignon (fermented with indigenous yeasts in conical steel vats and aged in new and neutral barrique for 20 months), the 2015 Il Blu is a wine that enthusiastically embraces the energy, heat and sunshine of the vintage. The fruit is dark and slightly sweet with aromas of black cherries and dried blackberries. Those flavors deliver rich, soft intensity. The wine is not quite full-bodied, because the mouthfeel is elegant and finessed, but it does deliver lasting power, freshness and polished tannins.

95/100 Punkte James Suckling October 2017
The balance and beauty to this wine shows real Super Tuscan character. Aromas of flower, dark berry and licorice follow through to a full body, ultra-fine tannins and a flavorful and focused finish. A blend of cabernet sauvignon, merlot and sangiovese. Drink now or hold.

94+/100 Robert Parker, October 31, 2018
This is the wine that put Brancaia on the map of Tuscany's most celebrated estates. A blend of 70% Merlot, 25% Sangiovese and a smaller percentage of Cabernet Sauvignon (fermented with indigenous yeasts in conical steel vats and aged in new and neutral barrique for 20 months), the 2015 Il Blu is a wine that enthusiastically embraces the energy, heat and sunshine of the vintage. The fruit is dark and slightly sweet with aromas of black cherries and dried blackberries. Those flavors deliver rich, soft intensity. The wine is not quite full-bodied, because the mouthfeel is elegant and finessed, but it does deliver lasting power, freshness and polished tannins.

95/100 Punkte James Suckling October 2017
The balance and beauty to this wine shows real Super Tuscan character. Aromas of flower, dark berry and licorice follow through to a full body, ultra-fine tannins and a flavorful and focused finish. A blend of cabernet sauvignon, merlot and sangiovese. Drink now or hold.

94+/100 Robert Parker, October 31, 2018
This is the wine that put Brancaia on the map of Tuscany's most celebrated estates. A blend of 70% Merlot, 25% Sangiovese and a smaller percentage of Cabernet Sauvignon (fermented with indigenous yeasts in conical steel vats and aged in new and neutral barrique for 20 months), the 2015 Il Blu is a wine that enthusiastically embraces the energy, heat and sunshine of the vintage. The fruit is dark and slightly sweet with aromas of black cherries and dried blackberries. Those flavors deliver rich, soft intensity. The wine is not quite full-bodied, because the mouthfeel is elegant and finessed, but it does deliver lasting power, freshness and polished tannins.

95/100 Punkte James Suckling October 2017
The balance and beauty to this wine shows real Super Tuscan character. Aromas of flower, dark berry and licorice follow through to a full body, ultra-fine tannins and a flavorful and focused finish. A blend of cabernet sauvignon, merlot and sangiovese. Drink now or hold.

93/100 Punkte Falstaff
Im Duft fruchtgetragen, Brombeer, dunkle Kirsche, Süßmandel, mit Luft Cassis. Erste Entwicklungstendenzen. Weicher, fruchtigmilder Auftakt. Mürb-körniges, leicht mehliges Tannin, das aber von Saft dominiert wird, dezente, aber ziselierte Säure, die Eleganz und Richtung gibt. Trinkanimierend und sehr zugänglich, charmant, der Typ Everybody#s Darling. Viel mineralische Substanz. Trotz der offenen Zugänglichkeit auch hintergündig.

95/100 Punkte James Suckling, August 2012
Intense aromas of blackberries and currants follow through to a full body, with a gorgeous core of ripe fruit and ultra-fine tannins. It remains fresh and beautiful. So delicious now but better in 2015. A blend of Sangiovese, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon. Best wine ever from here.

93/100 Punkte Falstaff
Im Duft fruchtgetragen, Brombeer, dunkle Kirsche, Süßmandel, mit Luft Cassis. Erste Entwicklungstendenzen. Weicher, fruchtigmilder Auftakt. Mürb-körniges, leicht mehliges Tannin, das aber von Saft dominiert wird, dezente, aber ziselierte Säure, die Eleganz und Richtung gibt. Trinkanimierend und sehr zugänglich, charmant, der Typ Everybody#s Darling. Viel mineralische Substanz. Trotz der offenen Zugänglichkeit auch hintergündig.

95/100 Punkte James Suckling, August 2012
Intense aromas of blackberries and currants follow through to a full body, with a gorgeous core of ripe fruit and ultra-fine tannins. It remains fresh and beautiful. So delicious now but better in 2015. A blend of Sangiovese, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon. Best wine ever from here.

91/100 Punkte James Suckling June 2018
This is a beautiful rosé with dried orange peel, light wet earth and some watermelon character. Medium body, light phenolic tension and a crisp finish. 100% merlot. Drink now.

90/100 Punkte Vinous Jan 2018
The 2015 Tre, Brancaia's Sangiovese-based red, is bold, racy and super-expressive. A rush of black cherry, smoke, tobacco and licorice infuse this open-knit, inviting wine before Sangiovese aromatics appear on the finish to add lift. Drink it over the next few years.

91/100 Punkte James Suckling, August 2017
Lovely density and vibe to this 2015 red with cherry, strawberry and orange peel character. Medium body, fine tannins and a fresh finish. Drink now or hold.

90/100 Punkte Vinous Jan 2018
The 2015 Tre, Brancaia's Sangiovese-based red, is bold, racy and super-expressive. A rush of black cherry, smoke, tobacco and licorice infuse this open-knit, inviting wine before Sangiovese aromatics appear on the finish to add lift. Drink it over the next few years.

91/100 Punkte James Suckling, August 2017
Lovely density and vibe to this 2015 red with cherry, strawberry and orange peel character. Medium body, fine tannins and a fresh finish. Drink now or hold.

90/100 Punkte Vinous Jan 2018
The 2015 Tre, Brancaia's Sangiovese-based red, is bold, racy and super-expressive. A rush of black cherry, smoke, tobacco and licorice infuse this open-knit, inviting wine before Sangiovese aromatics appear on the finish to add lift. Drink it over the next few years.

91/100 Punkte James Suckling, August 2017
Lovely density and vibe to this 2015 red with cherry, strawberry and orange peel character. Medium body, fine tannins and a fresh finish. Drink now or hold.

17/20 Punkte Schweizerische Weinzeitung November 2016

92/100 Punkte James Suckling, August 2015
Lots of vivid spice, meat and dark berry fruit. Full body, fine tannins and bright acidity. Better than the 2012. Drink now.

91/100 Punkte James Suckling, August 2017
Lovely density and vibe to this 2015 red with cherry, strawberry and orange peel character. Medium body, fine tannins and a fresh finish. Drink now or hold.

91/100 Punkte James Suckling, August 2017
Lovely density and vibe to this 2015 red with cherry, strawberry and orange peel character. Medium body, fine tannins and a fresh finish. Drink now or hold.

90+/100 Punkte Robert Parker Dec 30, 2016
The 2014 Chianti Classico is a beautiful wine with sharp focus and brightness. The wine is loaded with energy and verve. Despite the negative comments you hear about this vintage, this wine demonstrates that hard work and careful fruit selection can make the difference. This base Chianti Classico is composed of 100% Sangiovese. Brancaia is best known for its excellent results with international grape varieties, but they have no problem making first-rate Sangiovese as well.

90/100 Punkte James Suckling Aug 2016
A bright and lively Chianti Classico with lemon rind and cherry aromas and flavors. Light body. Drink now.

90+/100 Punkte Robert Parker Dec 30, 2016
The 2014 Chianti Classico is a beautiful wine with sharp focus and brightness. The wine is loaded with energy and verve. Despite the negative comments you hear about this vintage, this wine demonstrates that hard work and careful fruit selection can make the difference. This base Chianti Classico is composed of 100% Sangiovese. Brancaia is best known for its excellent results with international grape varieties, but they have no problem making first-rate Sangiovese as well.

90/100 Punkte James Suckling Aug 2016
A bright and lively Chianti Classico with lemon rind and cherry aromas and flavors. Light body. Drink now.

93/100 Punkte Falstaff
Glänzendes Rubin mit feinem Granatschimmer. Sehr intensive und ansprechende Nase. Zeigt Noten nach Brombeere, Waldhimbeere und Zwetschge, im Hintergrund nach Zedernholz. Geschliffen und saftig am Gaumen, zeigt viel Kirschfrucht, entfaltet sich mit feinmaschigem Tannin, salzig.

2/3 Gläser Gambero Rosso 2018

92/100 Punkte James Suckling October 2017
A focused and fresh Chianti Classico with dried cherry and blueberry character, medium body, silky tannins and a bright finish. Delicious energy here. Drink now.

92/100 Punkte James Suckling September 2018
Aromas of raspberries, walnuts and crushed hazelnuts. Medium to full body, soft and ripe tannins and a beautiful, clean finish. Drink now.

91/100 Punkte Parker Oct 2010
The 2008 Chianti Classico flows from the glass with dark cherries, sweet French oak, new leather and earthiness. This is a rich, bold style of Chianti Classico with tons of fruit especially for the vintage supported by French oak, but everything comes together beautifully in the glass. Readers should not expect much in the way of Sangiovese character (the addition of Merlot seems on the generous side), but it is impossible to find fault with the wine's overall balance and poise.

92/100 Punkte Falstaff Feb 2016
Leuchtendes Rubin mit Granatschimmer. Klare und einprägsame Note, nach Himbeeren und Zwetschken, im Hintergrund etwas Kardamom. Am Gaumen rund und geschmeidig, zeigt viel süßen Schmelz, öffnet sich mit weichem, feinmaschigem Tannin, im Nachhall viel Brombeere.

91/100 Punkte vinous Sept 2015
The 2012 Chianti Classico Riserva is gorgeous. Supple and radiant on the palate, the 2012 Chianti Classico Riserva offers striking delineation and plenty of class. Freshly cut flowers, bright red-fleshed fruit and a touch of French oak blossom nicely in the glass. The inclusion of Merlot gives the Riserva lovely mid-palate pliancy and depth. This is a terrific wine for the year.

92/100 Punkte James Suckling, August 2015
The flower and blueberry character on the nose and palate are impressive. Full body, silky tannins and a fresh finish. Drink or hold.

3 Gläser Gambero Rosso 2017

93/100 Punkte Robert Parker Dec 30, 2016
The 2013 Chianti Classico Riserva hits all the high notes expected of this historic denomination. The wine is brimming with cherry fruit and luscious darkness with spice, leather and unsweetened chocolate. The blend is 80% Sangiovese and 20% Merlot, and the wine is aged in medium toast barrique (both new and neutral) for 16 months. Like the other successful interpretations from this classic vintage, this expression reveals an impressive sense of balance. If I had to make a 2013 Chianti Classico short list, this wine would be on it.

92/100 Punkte James Suckling, Aug 2016
Bright and lightly austere with a dried mushroom and blackberry character throughout. Medium to full body, fine tannins and a fresh finish. Silky texture. Drink now or hold.

3 Gläser Gambero Rosso 2018

92/100 Punkte James Suckling October 2017
Shows plenty of berry and chocolate character on the nose and palate. Medium body, soft tannins and a flavorful finish. One of the better 2014 Chianti Classicos. Drink now.