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Score 94/100 · James Suckling, Jul 2021

Hints of cedar, balsamic, citrus and red cherry on the nose. Medium-to full-bodied with firm, chewy tannins that are fresh and vivid. Tight and reserved, but exciting at the same time. A wine made by Avignonesi and Capanelle. Drink now.

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Critic scores
94
94/100

Average Score

94
94/100

James Suckling

93
93/100

Antonio Galloni, Vinous

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94 points
Monica Larner, Wine Advocate
Score 94/100 · Drink 2021-2030, Monica Larner, Wine Advocate, Apr 2021

The Avignonesi & Capannelle 2016 50 & 50 represents a historic collaboration between two of Tuscany's iconic estates, one located near Montepulciano and the other in Gaiole in Chianti. An equal blend of Merlot and Sangiovese, this is a beautifully rich and determined wine with sharply delineated black fruit that veers towards Japanese plum, blackberry, spice and cured leather. Both grapes are persuaded to show their most elegant and soulful side in this classic vintage.

93 points
Antonio Galloni, Vinous
Score 93/100 · Drink 2020-2030, Antonio Galloni, Vinous, Sep 2020

The 2016 50 & 50 is a blend of 50% Merlot and 50% Sangiovese. One of the best recent editions of this wine I can remember tasting. Juicy dark cherry, iron, smoke, leather and tobacco all meld together. The marriage of Merlot and Sangiovese works so beautifully here. Time in the glass brings out the wine's natural richness.

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Avignonesi
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Grape Blend

Sangiovese, Merlot

Colour

Red

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Dry

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