Castello Dei Rampolla Sammarco 2020 is an elegant, highly refined, and powerful Super Tuscan red wine originating from the prestigious Panzano in Chianti area. Crafted primarily from Cabernet Sauvignon and beautifully complemented by small percentages of Merlot and Sangiovese, this vintage is renowned for its explosive intensity and impeccable finesse. In the glass, it displays a deep, vibrant ruby-red hue. The alluring and highly complex aromatic bouquet bursts with pristine notes of dark chocolate, kirsch, and dried raspberries, seamlessly intertwined with striking nuances of iron ore, crushed limestone, dried orange peel, and cedar. On the palate, the wine is medium to full-bodied, firmly structured, and exquisitely polished. A tightly coiled core of sharp black fruit and graphite is elegantly framed by firm, velvety tannins and a vibrant, energetic acidity, driving it through to a long, perfectly balanced, and highly resonant finish that promises exceptional aging potential.
Food Pairing: Pairs beautifully with grilled ribeye steak, roasted lamb chops, rich wild boar ragù, hearty wild mushroom stews, and mature, firm cheeses.
96 Points - James Suckling
Very attractive aromas of dark chocolate, kirsch and dried raspberries with hints of anisette, dried orange peel and cedar. Medium- to full-bodied, long and persistent. It shows firm and chewy tannin and deep, succulent fruit. Broad and persistent. Better from 2028.
96 Points - Robert Parker's Wine Advocate
The Castello dei Rampolla 2020 Sammarco is a celebrated blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Sangiovese from beautiful Panzano in Chianti. This is an abundant and explosive expression that delivers beautiful intensity with sharp black fruits backed by a mineral or metallic note of iron ore or rusty nail. The wine remains very focused and direct over a medium to full-bodied mouthfeel with velvety tannins.
93 Points - Wine Spectator
Expressive and succulent, this red exudes black cherry, blackberry, blueberry and graphite flavors aligned with a firm, energetic backbone of acidity and tannins. Just beginning to reach its enjoyment plateau. Cabernet Sauvignon, Sangiovese and Merlot. Best from 2026 through 2042.
