2015 Siepi, Mazzei - Tuscany - 1 Bottle (0.75L)

Lotto: Siepi 2015 – Marchesi Mazzei (Toscana IGT)

Description of the wine:
The Siepi 2015 by Mazzei is unanimously regarded as one of the great masterpieces of modern Tuscan viticulture and, according to Gambero Rosso, "one of the 50 wines that changed the style of Italian wine." Born in the historic 6-hectare vineyard-monument in Castellina in Chianti (Castello di Fonterutoli), this Supertuscan is a perfect 50/50 blend of Sangiovese and Merlot.
The perfect climatic conditions of the 2015 vintage gave rise to a monumental expression in terms of richness and density. The wine matured for 18 months in small barrels of French oak.
• Tasting notes: Visually it presents a deep, dark, bright ruby color. On the nose it is broad and layered, characterized by crisp notes of elderberry, wild plum and blueberries, enhanced by elegant hints of cocoa, sweet tobacco, sandalwood, and Mediterranean herbs such as rosemary. On the palate it is sumptuous, juicy, deep, and structured. The tannins, vibrant in youth, are today incredibly silky and smooth, unfolding into a clean finish of very long persistence.
• Longevity and Potential: A bottle in full expressive maturity, yet still endowed with a beautiful youthful tension that guarantees extraordinary longevity for the next 10-15 years.

Scores and International Critique:
Vintage 2015 was acclaimed worldwide with evaluations at the very top of the category:
• 98/100 – James Suckling ("A triumph")
• 98/100 – Wine Enthusiast
• 95/100 – Wine Spectator
• 3 Glasses – Gambero Rosso
• 92/100 – Robert Parker (Wine Advocate)