Jul. 31/, 2026 | by Raffaela Vecchione
WINECRITIC.COM
95/100 | PIANTONAIA 2021 IGT Alta Valle della Greve
“The nose reveals notes of wild violet, mixed mandarins, black tea leaves, licorice, black cherries, pressed blueberries, and undergrowth. Full-bodied, perfectly ripe tannins, and a finish that displays stylistic grace and good progression. An elegant and already appreciable version of Piantonaia.
94/100 | IL CARBONAIONE 2021 IGT Alta Valle della Greve “Radiant and full of character, it displays notes of black cherries, red plums, wild strawberries, citron pieces, coriander, mandarins, and green tea leaves. Medium body, well-extracted tannins, and a graceful, juicy finish that begs for a return. A delightful version of the vintage. Drink now.”
93/100 | CAPOGATTO 2021 IGT Alta Valle della Greve
“A solid and mellow wine with a sensory profile that displays notes of lavender, hyacinth, wild violet, and plenty of fresh citrus fruits such as grapefruit and lime. Medium body, dynamic structure with well-extracted tannins, and a fresh and vibrant finish that begs to be returned to the glass. Better from 2028.“
90/100 | CHIARA AURORA 2022 IGT Alta Valle della Greve bianco
“Intriguing and well-complex, it displays notes of hawthorn, chopped almonds, jasmine, acacia, and lime and bergamot juice. Full-bodied, a well-formed “fatty” structure and a satisfying finish. Drink now.”
16/07/2026 | by Michael Laudenslager
Tasting of 09/01/2026
Wine Enthusiast | Wine Magazine
93/100 | IL CARBONAIONE 2021 IGT Alta Valle della Greve
“On the nose, dark cherries with tones of barbeque and char show aromatically. Roasted herbs get followed by cherries and blackberries with a bit of baked rhubarb on the palate. The wine finishes with mild dusty tannins while fresh acid hustles through to keep the dark qualities at ease”
92/100 | CAPOGATTO 2021 IGT Alta Valle della Greve
“Black plum gets meshed with black minerals and fresh respberry on the nose. The palate is packed with stewed red fruit and dusted with green earthy tones. The combo of polished fine tannins and racy fresh acidity lifts the brooding appeal really well”
July 2, 2026 | by James Suckling
JamesSuckling.com
“Taking the Edge Off Super Tuscans’ Identity Crisis, Plus Napa 2023 Shines On: Weekly Tasting Report“
94/100 | IL CARBONAIONE 2024 IGT Alta Valle della Greve
“A crisp and clean sangiovese, showing sliced-orange, strawberry, cedar and cherry aromas and flavors. Medium-bodied with fine, integrated tannins and a long, fresh finish. Old-vine character. Drink or hold”
93/100 | CAPOGATTO 2024 IGT Alta Valle della Greve
“strawberries and a light chocolate undertone. Medium-bodied with crisp acidity, fine tannins and a clean, delicious finish. Bright fruit character here. A Bordeaux-style blend of mostly merlot and cabernet sauvignon. Drink now.”
92/100 | CHIARA AURORA 2025 IGT Alta Valle della Greve
“A crisp and crunchy white with aromas of pears and hints of chalk, stones and white peaches. Light- to medium-bodied with bright acidity and a clean finish. A new bottling. Drink now”
91/100 | PIANTONAIA 2024 IGT Alta Valle della Greve
“The fresh fruit and berry character in this comes through clearly, with a medium body, crisp acidity and a fluid finish. Merlot. Drink now”
May 15, 2026 | by Tony Wood
Tony Wood Italian Wine
“SUPER TUSCAN WINES: TOSCANA I.G.T. 2026“
96/100 | PIANTONAIA 2022 IGT Alta Valle della Greve
“Deep ruby red in colour. On the nose, dark fruits, damp smoky notes, burnt orange peel, warm liquorice, mild humus notes, blood orange, grilled herbs and lead pencil. Blackberry, dewberry, dark plum, French mint, vanilla and woodland scents. On the palate, dark and serious. Glorious mouthfeel, elegant with deep textural resonance. Captivating. Nothing brash or exuberant. Lingers on the finish for minutes”
95/100 | IL CARBONAIONE 2022 IGT Alta Valle della Greve
“Medium purple in colour. Lifted and laden bouquet, dark berry fruits, smoky notes, beetroot, pipe tobacco, worn leather and black pepper. Blackcurrant, blackberry coffee bean, asphalt, scented spice nuances, essence of citrus undertone. Cool entry, fresh, vibrant, flexible, balanced and really juicy. Deep textural resonance. Complex. Layered mineral interplay from mid palate. Hauntingly long on the finish”
91/100 | CAPOGATTO 2022 IGT Alta Valle della Greve
“Medium ruby red in colour. Complex aromas of wild forest berry fruits, sour cherry, mellow humus, tree bark and black tea. Blackberry, plum, damson, dark cherry, salty liquorice, dried herbs, smoke and orange zest. On the palate, fresh, juicy and lively.Youthful with fine but tense tannins an zingy acidity. Well balanced. Linear.A touch racy. Long a broad on the finish”
Apr, 12, 2026
Comitato Grandi Cru d’Italia
MEET THE CUISINE OF INDIA, CINA AND GIAPPONE
Teatro Ristori di Verona
During the annual event of the Grandi Cru d’Italia Committee, which brings together the most representative producers of the country’s winemaking excellence, the profile of new gastronomic horizons: a book and an exclusive tasting to reveal the global potential of fine wines..
“The Grandi Cru d’Italia Committee, which brings together the best producers in Italy, is proud to showcase the happy «marriage of love» between the best Italian wines and the masterpieces of Asian cuisine from India, China and Japan“
7/04/2026 | by Michael Laudenslager
Tasting of 01/07/2026
Wine Enthusiast | Wine Magazine
“CELLAR SELECTION”
97/100 | PIANTONAIA 2021 IGT Alta Valle della Greve
“A deep garnet red, it is an aromatic concentrate of black cherry, licorice, blood orange, and violets. The tannins, while robust, are fine and pleasant. On the nose, notes of pomegranate, ripe raspberry, and subtle hints of vanilla are detected. Poggio Scalette is demonstrating why Merlot is still an exceptional wine. Their Piantonaia is undoubtedly a special wine to save for future occasions, even though it is already delicious right now”
Mar. 3/, 2026 | by Raffaela Vecchione | Tasted on February 16, 2026
WINECRITIC.COM
89/100 | POGGIO SCALETTE 2022 DOCG Chianti Classico
“Black plums, blackberries, sour cherries, dark chocolate, and sage. Full body, smooth, well-polished tannins, and a juicy, lingering finish. Drink now.“
Feb. 16, 2026 | by Tony Wood
Tony Wood Italian Wine
“CHIANTI CLASSICO COLLECTION 2026”
89/100 | POGGIO DCALETTE 2023 DOCG Chianti Classico
“Palest ruby red in colour.Aromas of spring flowers, black berry fruits, citrus zest, tobacco and floral underbrush.Wild cherry, blackberry, mulberry, orange peel and white smoke. On the sip, juicy, a mix of sweet and sour notes prevail. Light in texture. Mineral and stony overtones. Medium length on the close”
Feb. 3, 2026 | by Othmar Kiem, Simon Staffler
Falstaff | Wine Magazine
FALSTAFF TROPHY MERLOT 2025
⇒ Trophy Merlot 2025 – Falstaff ⇐
96/100 | PIANTONAIA 2022 IGT Alta Valle della Greve
#6 out of 85 tasted wines and #2 for the 2022 vintage out of 17 wines
Nov. 27, 2025 | by Merum
MERUM SELEZIONE 12/2025 | TOSKANA
2/3 Cuori | POGGIO SCALETTE 2023 DOCG Chianti Classico
“Medium red; barrel-aged fruit notes; juicy, good tannins, long finish, very pleasant”
Nov. 18, 2025 | by SEMINARIO PERMANENTE LUIGI VERONELLI Editore
I VINI DI VERONELLI GUIDA ORO 2026
94/100 | PIANTONAIA 2022 IGT Alta Valle della Greve
93/100 | IL CARBONAIONE 2022 IGT Alta Valle della Greve
93/100 | CAPOGATTO 2022 IGT Alta Valle della Greve
90/100 | POGGIO SCALETTE 2023 DOCG Chianti Classico
89/100 | CHIARA AURORA 2024 IGT Alta Valle della Greve bianco
Nov. 13, 2025 | by Associazione Italiana Sommelier
VITAE 2026
4/4 Viti | 95/100 | PIANTONAIA 2022 IGT Alta Valle della Greve
“A dense carmine red with ruby nuances. Explosive aromas of plum, blackberry jam, lavender, and mustard intertwine with hints of oregano, blond tobacco, cocoa butter, and graphite. Opulent and enveloping on the palate, the tannins are relaxed and flavorful, and the finish is rich with Mediterranean herbs and a notable balsamic finish.”
4/4 Viti | 90.5/100 | IL CARBONAIONE 2022 IGT Alta Valle della Greve
“Medium-bodied, bright carmine. Captivating aromas of ripe morello cherry, wilted violet, and dried rosemary are enriched with notes of humus and vanilla. A warm and soft entry, with integrated tannins, unfolds on citrus notes and finishes with a re (…)”
3/4 Viti | CAPOGATTO 2022 IGT Alta Valle della Greve
3/4 Viti | POGGIO SCALETTE 2023 DOCG Chianti Classico
3/4 Viti | CHIARA AURORA 2024 IGT Alta Valle della Greve
Oct. 7, 2025 | by Bibenda Fondazione Italiana Sommelier
BIBENDA 2026
IL CARBONAIONE 2022 IGT Alta Valle della Greve
“Instructive ruby. On the nose, delicate sensations of dried roses and violets, raspberry and blueberry compote are followed by aromas of blood orange, tobacco, cardamom, and balsamic and mineral notes. The palate is full and structured, shaken by a remarkable freshness and typical savory character. Dense yet smooth tannins prolong a balsamic finish.”
4/5 Grappoli | CAPOGATTO 2022 IGT Alta Valle della Greve
“Dark ruby red. It offers intense aromas of blackberry and cherry jam, coffee, cardamom, hummus, cinchona, and licorice. The structure is warm and creamy, with imposing tannins and a lively acidity that conveys the right edge. Long”
4/5 Grappoli | PIANTONAIA 2022 IGT Alta Valle della Greve
“Deep ruby. Intense aromas of cherry and blueberry jam, chocolate, tobacco, cinchona, eucalyptus, and spicy notes. The structure is sweet and consistent, with dense tannins and a sharp freshness that restores the right balance. The oak’s contribution is already well metabolized.”
4/5 Grappoli | POGGIO SCALETTE 2023 DOCG Chianti Classico
“Ruby with a garnet rim. It opens with aromas of cherries, roses, musk, cloves, and cinchona. Warmth, Mediterranean generosity, and full tannins complete the flavor profile; a long, well-balanced finish.”
4/5 Grappoli | CHIARA AURORA 2024 IGT Alta Valle della Greve
“Golden with emerald nuances. Fragrances of candied citrus, beeswax, yellow-fleshed fruit, followed by hints of green coffee and toasted almonds. On the palate, it is savory, fresh, and fleshy, with persistent smoky and fruity aftertaste.”
Nov. 3-10, 2025 | by Bruce Sanderson
WINE SPECTATOR | Wine Magazine
93/100 | CAPOGATTO 2022 IGT Alta Valle della Greve
“Though ripe and saturated with plum, blackberry and fruitcake flavors, this red is also lively and ends with a refreshing feel. Oak spice, iron and tobacco notes add detail as this plays out on the chalky finish. Merlot, Petit Verdot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc. Best from 2027 through 2039”
92/100 | IL CARBONAIONE 2022 IGT Alta Valle della Greve
“Camphor and Tuscan scrub aromas and flavors lead off, with cherry, raspberry and iron notes lurking underneath. There is a light grain to the tannins and this finishes long, with toasty oak accents. Drink now through 2032”
90/100 | POGGIO SCALETTE 2023 DOCG Chanti Classico
“Round and fairly rich, featuring cherry and berry flavors shaded by earth and tomato leaf notes. There are chalky tannins on the finish, while the fruit and savory elements linger. Drink now thought 2032”
86/100 | CHIARA AURORA 2024 IGT Alta Valle della Greve
“This bright white offers a mix of fruit and earth flavors. Cherry pâte de fruit, apple and tangerine notes linger on the moderate finish. Chardonnay and Trebbiano. Drink now”
Oct. 14, 2025 | by Othmar Kiem, Simon Staffler
Falstaff | Wine Magazine
FALSTAFF WINE GUIDE ITALY 2026
⇒ Podere Poggio Scalette on Falstaff ⇐
96/100 | PIANTONAIA 2022 IGT Alta Valle della Greve
“Rich, impenetrable ruby colour with purple shimmer. Lush berry fruit on the nose, rich blueberry and blackberry, plus smoke and light tobacco. Lush on the palate, plump, lots of fine-meshed tannins, opens up in many layers, with a coffee-like finish”
95/100 | IL CARBONAIONE 2022 IGT Alta Valle della Greve
“An intense, rich ruby red colour. Compact, dark fruit on the nose, black cherry and blackberry, with tobacco and leather. Juicy on the palate, persistent, ripe tannins, a vibrant acidity, savoury, with a long finish”
94/100 | CAPOGATTO 2022 IGT Alta Valle della Greve
“A bright, intense ruby red colour. Elegant nose, cherry, raspberry and marzipan. Milk chocolate on the palate, multilayered and persistent, distinctive tannins, a playful acidity, medium length”
92/100 | POGGIO SCALETTE 2023 DOCG Chianti Classico
“Bright ruby red with purple hues. Classic varietal notes on the nose, cherry and marzipan, followed by violets and dried rosemary. Juicy and animated on the palate, a lively acidity, subtle tannins, medium length”
91/100 | CHIARA AURORA 2024 IGT Alta Valle della Greve bianco
“Intense straw yellow colour. Little fruit on the nose, reminiscent of fresh hay and beeswax, followed by a hint of lemon. More fruit on the palate, perky acidity, juicy finish”
Oct, 1 & Jul. 1, 2025 | by Danielle Callegari
Wine Enthusiast | Wine Magazine
93/100 | CHIARA AURORA 2022 IGT Alta Valle della Greve bianco
“The nose introduces a tension between savory and sweet, with aromas of raw almonds, lime zest, lemongrass and white peach, and that tension continues on the palate as the sweet stone fruit seems to win at first, but the savory, nutty, saline elements remain steadfast and sturdy on a long finish” – 10/01/2025
90/100 | POGGIO SCALETTE 2022 DOCG Chianti Classico
“The delicate, yet tangy and textured, nose presents sweet, ripe, tiny blackberries, alongside raspberries, vanilla bean, bergamot and tea leaves. The palate leans into the berries, with undertones of top soil for balance, while buoyant acid lifts a bitter citrus element” – 07/01/2025
Sept. 25, 2025 | by Mario Busso e Alessandro Scorsone
VINIBUONI D’ITALIA 2026
Touring Club Italiano Editore
| IL CARBONAIONE 2022 IGT Alta Valle della Greve
| POGGIO SCALETTE 2023 DOCG Chianti Classico
Sept. 17, 2025 | by Tamlyn Currin
JANCISROBINSON.COM
⇒ Podere Poggio Scalette on Jancisrobinson.com ⇐
Subscribers only
16.5/20 | POGGIO SCALETTE 2023 DOCG Chianti Classico
“Fresh, delicious. Masses of strawberry and red plum, bold but gregarious acidity, sweet fennel and tarragon herbs and a little nip of juniper berry. Tannins are sprightly, tactile, full of energy and super-juicy. Chianti Classico unplugged. Wine made for drinking, not admiring – my kind of wine. Bravo!”
16/20 | CAPOGATTO 2022 IGT Alta Valle della Greve
“There is an interesting coffee undertone in all these Scalette Greve wines. The fruit, in all of them, but especially this one, is perfumed and full of plush red sweetness. But all of them feel, and taste, as if there has been too much heavy-handed extraction. This one, however, is the one in which I can most taste the fruit without a rusty-iron portcullis of extraction holding it back. In this one, I can finally see the vineyards and the beauty of the place”
15.5+/20 | PIANTONAIA 2022 IGT Alta Valle della Greve
“A little stinky on the nose but very rich on the palate. Fried bacon, molasses, cooked black fruits. Thick and pretty intense with a sturdy spine of gruff iron-and-burnt-bits minerality. Tannins like a rugby prop in full play. This is very different from the 2021”
15.5/20 | IL CARBONAIONE 2022 IGT Alta Valle della Greve
“The fruit is sweet but there is just too much bitter extraction of what tastes like green pips and tannins. Green coffee beans. Something doesn’t quite come together here. Astringent tannins. It was a little more settled on the second day but I’d argue that this was not the best vintage for the wine”
15/20 | CHIARA AURORA 2024 IGT Alta Valle della Greve bianco
“Lightly herbal on the nose. Pineapple and soda water. So fresh, sure. Pleasant. But not exactly memorable”
Sept. 12, 2025 | by James Suckling
JamesSuckling.com
96/100 | IL CARBONAIONE 2022 IGT Alta Valle della Greve
“A super-restrained and elegant wine with fresh aromas of licorice, cedar, fresh black pepper, black cherries and pomegranates. Fine tannins with a medium to full body, crisp acidity and a long, lavish aftertaste. Still a bit toasty in the finish, yet juicy and precise. Drink or hold”
94/100 | PIANTONAIA 2022 IGT Alta Valle della Greve
“A meaty wine with savory aromas of olives, graphite, dark fruit and macerated flowers. Full-bodied and creamy on the palate, with toffee flavors, crisp acidity and ripe, chewy, graceful tannins. Cappuccino and toast in the finish. Drinkable now, but best from 2026 for better oak integration”
93/100 | CAPOGATTO 2022 IGT Alta Valle della Greve
“A toasty wine with pencil shavings, dark fruit, plums and black cherries on the nose. Medium-bodied and youthful, with fine-grained tannins, moderate acidity and a tight finish. Drink or hold”
91/100 | CHIARA AURORA 2024 IGT Alta Valle della Greve
“Rich aromas of apples, candied lemons, honeysuckle and chamomile are complemented by an enticing hint of fresh honey. The palate is brisk and crisp, featuring a medium body and a core of juicy fruit that flows with flavor and vibrancy. Drink now”
Aug. 22, 2025 | by Piero Pardini
THE WOLF POST
From: “Guida (Di)Vino“
Aug. 19, 2025 | by Daniele Cernilli
THE DOCTOR WINE
From: “Guida Essenziale ai Vini d’Italia 2026“
Jul. 31, 2025 | by James Suckling
JamesSuckling.com
92/100 | POGGIO SCALETTE 2023 DOCG Chianti Classico
“Spiced and lightly earthy, with aromas of wet stones, cherries, chocolate, red plums and a hint of licorice. Dense and compact with a velvety texture, it has a medium to full body and a concentrated core of fruit. Polished finish. Drink or hold”
Jul. 10, 2025 | by Antonio Galloni
VINOUS
From: “Chianti Classico: Riding Out the Storm“
94/100 | IL CARBONAIONE 2022 IGT Alta Valle della Greve
“The 2022 Il Carbonaione is a wild, exotic wine. Super-ripe black cherry, lavender, menthol and chocolate convey notable intensity. The 2022 is still recovering from bottling, and its elements don’t seem fully melded together. Readers should plan on cellaring this for at least a few years”
94/100 | PIANTONAIA 2022 IGT Alta Valle della Greve
“The 2022 Piantonaia is a promising wine. Super-ripe red cherry, cedar, cinnamon, new leather and a kiss of French oak caress the palate. Plush contours add an effortless feel that is impossible to miss. At this stage, the new oak feels a bit heavy. Otherwise, this is very nicely done. Give the 2022 time to shed some baby fat”
93+/100 | CAPOGATTO 2022 IGT Alta Valle della Greve
“The 2022 Capogatto is quite sombre in the glass. Blackberry, graphite, dried herbs, leather and scorched earth open with a bit of coaxing. This, too, needs time”
91/100 | CHIANTI CLASSICO 2023 DOCG Chianti Classico
“The 2023 Chianti Classico is terrific. Aromatic and juicy, with lovely mid-palate depth, the 2023 has a lot to offer. Dark macerated cherry, spice, new leather, orange peel and cedar build effortlessly. This medium-bodied, pliant Chianti Classico is a winner”
Jul 8, 2025 | by Marcus Hofshuster
Wein.Plus
91/100 | IL CARBONAIONE 2022 IGT Alta Valle della Greve
A restrained herbal, vegetal, and earthy nose of predominantly dark berries with light tobacco barrel notes. Clear, fairly taut, tart fruit, youthful, fine-sand tannins, nutty, somewhat herbal, and delicately smoky aromas, a persistent palate with a hint of smokiness, a certain acid bite, salty nuances, and a very good, tart, juicy finish with grip.
88/100 | POGGIO SCALETTE 2023 DOCG Chianti Classico
A restrained herbal, vegetal, and earthy nose of predominantly dark berries with light tobacco barrel notes. Clear, fairly taut, tart fruit, youthful, fine-sand tannins, nutty, somewhat herbal, and delicately smoky aromas, a persistent palate with a hint of smokiness, a certain acid bite, salty nuances, and a very good, tart, juicy finish with grip.
Translated from German via Google Translate
Mar. 9, 2025 | by AIS Toscana
ECCELLENZE DI TOSCANA 2025
94.5/100 | PIANTONAIA 2021 IGT Alta Valle della Greve
93.5/100 | IL CARBONAIONE 2021 IGT Alta Valle della Greve
91/100 | CAPOGATTO 2021 IGT Alta Valle della Greve
86/100 | POGGIO SCALETTE 2022 DOCG Chianti Classico
85/100 | CHIARA AURORA 2022 IGT Alta Valle della Greve
Feb. 17, 2025 | by Bruce Sanderson
WINE SPECTATOR | Wine Magazine
92/100 | PIANTONAIA 2021 IGT Alta Valle della Greve
“This red is supple in texture initially. gaining traction and density as the tannins build toward the finish. Black cherry, blackberry, blueberry, iron, tobacco and toasty oak flavors hold court, lingering on the aftertaste. Best from 2026 through 2037”
91/100 | IL CARBONAIONE 2021 IGT Alta Valle della Greve
“Bright, fresh and saturated with black cherry and blackberry fruit, this red also displays sweet spices and a hint of floral accents. Drink now through 2032”
90/100 | CAPOGATTO 2021 IGT Alta Valle della Greve
“This is elegant and laced with blackberry, black currant and plum flavors. Earth, iron and a light touch of new oak notes add detail as the moderately dense tannins line the finish. Merlot, Petit Verdot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc. Drink now through 2030”
Feb. 10, 2025 | by Ella Lister & Martin Lemaire
LE FIGARO “ET VOUSE”
In the Special Edition of the French daily newspaper Le Figaro, in conjunction with the “Wine Paris” fair, a tasting is dedicated to Italian wines.
94/100 | #10/40 | IL CARBONAIONE 2021 IGT Alta Valle della Greve
“A deep and complex nose, with notes of orange peel, but also fresh cherry. Very pure in the mouth, with a caressing sweetness and floral aromas of violet, then come menthol, eucalyptus, and finally a little black fruit. Very smooth overall”