Castello dei Rampolla, Toscana, Sammarco 2016

96 CellarTracker Drank next to another super Tuscan from Saffredi and both beautiful, Cab based blends, but Sangiovese in this one makes a lot of difference. cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Sangiovese, blended into a rich, intense and original icon, not obvious, but intriguing and delicious. 90% Cabernet with with 5% Merlot and 5% Sangiovese that gives it its very distinctive profile: floral, minty, full of red fruit, tobacco and leather. Original and tbh you’ll either love it or hate it. 11/5/2025 98 Vinous The 2016 Sammarco is a dense, flamboyant wine. Inky red fruit, spice, cedar, tobacco, menthol and licorice are some of the notes that build in a statuesque Sammarco that dazzles from start to finish. A wine of stunning textural richness and intensity, Sammarco is translucent, sculpted and full of character. All the elements are so well balanced. Rose petal, cedar, tobacco and mint linger on the eternal finish. The 2016 is a magical wine that can be, surprisingly, enjoyed now or c