Castello Banfi 'SummuS' Toscana IGT 2016
Tuscany’s most honored vineyard estate, Castello Banfi’s award-winning wines are exported to over 90 countries around the world. Lauded for groundbreaking research on the Sangiovese vine to produce superior Brunello and super Tuscan wines; producing healthy, more organic wines that are low in sulfites and histamines; and developing cutting edge winemaking techniques, Castello Banfi is the first winery in the world to be awarded international recognition for exceptional environmental, ethical and social responsibility (ISO 14001 and SA8000) as well as an international leader in customer satisfaction (ISO 9001:2000).
The color is intense and deep red. The bouquet conveys sweet and fruity aromas of cherries and plums, well-integrated with notes of vanilla and licorice. On the palate, it is very elegant and balanced with a beautiful structure, supported by muscular and persuasive tannins. Lingering flavors fill the palate. Perfect for long aging. Marries well with red meat, stews, hearty pasta dishes, and cheese.
The 3 varieties are vinified separately. After alcoholic fermentation, the individual wines are transferred to French oak barriques and aged separately for 12-14 months. They are then blended and aged in wood for 10-12 months. Bottle aging follows for 6 months.
| Vintage | 2016 |
| Varietal Composition | 40% Sangiovese, 35% Cabernet Sauvignon, 25% Syrah |
| Acid | 5.1 g/L |
| Residual Sugar | 1.5 g/L |
| Alcohol | 14.00% |
| Volume | 750 ml |
| Country of Origin | ITALY |
| State of Origin | N/A |
| Artificially Carbonated | No |
| Sparkling Wine | No |
This is a blend of Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah. The Castello Banfi 2016 SummuS is a child of a very happy vintage in Tuscany. This wine shows depth and persistence with loads of dark berry and blackcurrant along the way. The wine shows a moment of thinness at the mid-palate, but it then fleshes out, ultimately offering more volume and texture on the close. You can't really make out the grapes in the blend, but together they offer a classic portrait of your quintessential Tuscan red wine. - Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, 94+ pts
Aromas of dark skinned berry, cedar and cassis mingle with whiffs of violet and French oak. On the elegant, structured palate, tight, fine-grained tannins support flavors of black cherry, red currant, espresso and tobacco. Fresh acidity keeps it balanced. Banfi Vintners. - Wine Enthusiast, 94 pts
Opulent, featuring ripe plum, black cherry, licorice, earth and saline flavors, with ample flesh offsetting the dense, rich tannins. Balanced and saturated. Fruit, earth and mineral elements linger on the aftertaste. Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah. Best from 2022 through 2037. - Wine Spectator, 93 pts
