The Vallepicciola, Sangiovese Grandi Cru Toscana 2021, crafted from 100% Sangiovese grapes from the Fontanelle single vineyard in the Chianti Classico region, is receiving positive reviews for its elegance, structure, and aging potential. Notes of ripe red and dark red fruits such as cherry, red currant, and blackberry, complemented by hints of violet, tobacco, and dark chocolate. Some detect candied red cherry, red licorice, red plum, sweet oak spice, cinnamon, clove, and savory earth. Full-bodied yet smooth and elegant, reflecting the fruit found on the nose. It boasts a perfectly integrated tannic texture with balsamic notes, a long finish, and fresh, juicy acidity. Some describe it as structured, dense, and a bit tight currently, with savory wet earth, dark red cherry, blackberry, oak spice, and dried herb flavors with stony mineral notes. Overall, the 2021 Vallepicciola, Sangiovese Grandi Cru Toscana is praised for its complexity, structure, and suitability for aging. It represents a refined expression of Tuscan Sangiovese, showcasing the potential of the Chianti Classico terroir.