So fragrant on the nose, wild white flowers mixed with dried herbs and aromatic peaches and lychees. Crisp yet round, a lovely burst of citrus juiciness on the palate with high acidity that zings and then settles revealing more creamy white peach and pear with subtle wet stone saltiness and herbal spice around the edges. Feels like a serious, gourmet wine, with body, structure and yet lots of life. Ends mineral and salty, I love it, with a flash of heat and southern Italy spice about it. 100% Carricante vines, averaging 50 years in age, planted between 800-900 in altitude. Ageing six months in steel tanks on the lees and 10 months in bottle before release. (Drink between 2023-2032)

This is pure carricante with honeysuckle, lemons, and light grapefruit with a salty sense to the aromas. The same character comes through on the palate with a medium to full body, creamy texture and pretty finish. Lemongrass and mineral highlight the subtle fruit flavors and acidity. Tangy. Clean and clear nature to this. Drink now.

(93+ points) From the Montalcino producer Giodo, the 2022 Carricante is from the north side of Sicily. It offers great aromatics of lime oils, white flowers, and beeswax, but is very lean and saline. Medium-bodied though richly textured, it has wonderful length to its notes of fresh pear and starfruit. It is wonderful and crystalline, with vibrancy. I love this wine, which has wonderful freshness, while also promising notable aging potential. Drink 2024-2036. - Audrey Frick