Aromas of sliced cherries and flowers with some sandalwood. Medium body with orange peel and cherry flavor, and integrated tannins. Creamy and refined. 100% sangiovese.

The 2020 Cavaliere (Sangiovese) is gorgeous. Bright and effusive, with lovely transparency, Cavaliere shows how compelling Sangiovese can be on the coast if handled expertly. Crushed flowers, sweet red berry fruit, spice, mint and a hint of orange zest are nicely delineated in this classy, mid-weight offering.

Toeing the line between flinty and mossy, the nose intrigues with its earth tones and umami depth before opening onto a palate of just barely ripened Rainier cherries outlined by unrelenting tannins and acidity that will make for even better drinking in 2033.

A succulent, cherry- and raspberry-flavored red highlighted by lavender and Tuscan scrub aromas. Picks up earth and tobacco accents as this fades into a dusty, tannic finish. Long and reveals potential, despite the tannins, so be patient.