D'Isanto & D'Isanto I Balzini White Label Colli della Toscana Centrale IGT

Pleasantly surprised with how well this has aged. Cork was firm and removed intact. Opaque ruby color; black raspberry and leather on the nose; dark fruit on the palate; ample acidity to pair nicely with with chicken cacciatore.

2008 vintage

This is a good food wine, especially when you don't want tannins or jammy fruit to over power or compete with the food profile. Dusty cherry and red fruit up front and on the nose, with compliments of baking spice, cedar, and leather. Tannins are present enough to hold it together, but do not stand out. Finish is medium in length and a little boring.

2008 vintage

I had to work with this wine a little. I purchased it 8/13/12 thru WTSO. At the time it was rated at 94. The cork was very dry even though it has been laying down since 2012. Only half came out. Tried 2 other pullers and was able to get a small hole, but it was too small to decant through. Was able to push the cork into the bottle and pour into a decanter. Tried a small amount and …

2008 vintage

From my posting on Instagram: In Vino Veritas (in wine there is truth; [people speak the truth when they are drunk]), another bottle of my cellar sacrifices. This one was a 2008 I Balzini White Label from D’Isanto & D’Isanto which was a Super Tuscan, made up of 50% Cab and 50% Sangiovese. According to the web (gospel😀🍷), Super Tuscan wines must be from Tuscany and they’re usually a red blend using cab or merlot. Somewhat of an overkill for …

2008 vintage

This has been well cellared since 2013 and shows very well now, with some life to go.PNP: Slight amount of bricking. Nose has a rusttic element(earthy, woody) but definite red and blue fruits. Tannins are soft and blend nicely with acidity and the fruit. Very enjoyable as a stand alone, and I expect it will sing with spagetti later tonight. Excellent value at $20.

2008 vintage

Made in to sangria

2008 vintage

Made in to sangria

2008 vintage

I really enjoyed this .....nice color and nose

2008 vintage

I found this wine much more enjoyable several years ago. The aromatic qualities are the best element to this wine with creme de cassis, lavender, and incense. On the palate I now find the wine fatigued with tobacco and burnt espresso, and as dull as dishwater. Drinking my final bottle soon.

2008 vintage

Came out of a magnum. Pop and pour was pleasing, but nothing memorable. Not particularly acidic or characteristics of a super Tuscan style. Seemed like a basic sangio led pizza wine. Didn't seem to evolve in the glass or after extended open time. Good but not worth the $25/750mL price point

2008 vintage

Still a solid bottle. Exceeding expectations. Glad I have 3 left, will be drinking them over the next 6 months.

2008 vintage

Not up to my last rating, but still a nice wine. Sangiovese leads the way on the flavors but the Cab was definitely there. Still big and bold with a touch more acidity than I would prefer. Medium finish is mostly fruit with a bit of Tannin

2008 vintage

Good but not anything to write home about. Muted dark berry flavors that improved some over the course of the evening. Meek tannins. Brief finish. This wine never stepped up to become memorable. Update on 5/3/2020: still no improvement. Highly acidic and tart stands out. Fruit is a tad stronger but still overwhelmed by the in-your-face acidity. I think this one is a lost cause.

2008 vintage

The least interesting wine in the world. Flat in flavor, and completely uninteresting with a short and bitter finish. This was stored perfectly in my cellar since purchasing. I don't understand the 90+ point reviews on this wine. Sadly I have 5 more bottles....

2008 vintage

Blackberry and plum. Medium body. Excellent wine.

2008 vintage

Wow, did this evolve in the bottle. At first the Sangiovese was evident, all strawberry and cedar. And then it opened up with a plush, rich Cabernet nose. The finish was long with racy acidity. Very good wine, and still very youthful. Will drinks well for another 5-10 years.

2008 vintage

First bottle of a half case. Pnp to serve with leftover bone-in prime rib. Good plum color with no bricking. Aromatically presents orange peel, leather, cassis, dried herbs, smoke, light clove and white pepper notes. On the palate, this starts out with a vibrant acidic backbone that coasts into a tannic dryness that has good overall balance. Lingering notes of cassis, black raspberry, a light dusting of pepper, and finishing with a very savory herb mouthfeel. Medium weight viscosity, this …

2008 vintage

Primary flavors and high acidity make this taste like the cheap Italian wine that used to come in those tacky wicker bottles. A couple of hours airing improves it greatly, but still overpriced at $20. Needs food, as it is practically undrinkable by itself.

2008 vintage

Disappointing, even at $20. Overly tannic without character. Maybe bottle variation, given some of the high scores...have 3 more so will open another. Will try on day 2 to see if it opens up more.

2008 vintage

My last one. Waah!

2008 vintage

I do not understand the high ratings for this wine. Decanted for two hours after an initial taste suggested seriously muted nose and flavors. Paired with steak and a huge mistake. Medium weight with tannic bite offset by bright acidity and red currant flavors. Not well-balanced and no appreciable Cab depth. In fact, tastes more like an inexpensive Chianti.

2008 vintage

$20

2008 vintage

Nose has a bit of red licorice with sweat socks and sunflower. Black tangy fruit with marble and minerals. Fluffy tannins, steel, and rich earth on the finish. Very good food wine - paired well with a meat sauce pasta.

2008 vintage

Big wine. Dark fruit and boysenberry with a touch of balsamic on the finish. Massive tabun's and bright acidity on the finish.

2008 vintage

very enjoyable

2008 vintage

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