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Fabrizio Pratesi

There’s a youthful exuberance to Fabrizio Pratesi’s wines, much like the man himself. While estates such as Piaggia and Tenuta di Capezzana represent the classical producers of Carmignano, Pratesi is more like the unruly upstart who’s determined to prove his worth. His wines are quite compelling. Pratesi doesn't fear oak, but masterfully integrates it into the wines. The 2021s are a step up from the 2020s, much of that having to do with vintage conditions. I’m extremely excited to see where the Carmignano Riserva Il Circo Rosso will go after a number of years in bottle. Another repeat favorite is the Rosso Toscano I Sassi di Lolocco, a varietal Merlot. This variety isn’t easy to grow in the ever-warming conditions in Tuscany, yet Pratesi has a knack for getting it right. Don’t pass on the 2022 Carmignano Carmione, which is balanced and sultry.

From Unearthing Tuscan Gems: Carmignano, Montecucco and Beyond (Mar 2025) by Eric Guido

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2022 Carmignano Carmione

Release Price: $52

Color: Red

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