Here is a short extract from the article published in the October issue of Decanter
“Much of the success of Panizzi, and its ability to persevere in unveiling the true potential of Vernaccia and of the terroir of San Gimignano, is due to its long standing vineyard and cellar teams, led by general director and head winemaker Walter Sovran. With decades of experience working with Vernaccia and a deep knowledge of San Gimignano’s landscape, Sovran has made the Panizzi dream his own – each vintage is a renewed challenge to himself and the Panizzi team. ‘We won’t release a wine if it’s not at least at the same level of quality as the previous vintage,’ says Sovran”.
Link to the full text https://www.decanter.com/sponsored/panizzi-vernaccia-di-san-gimignano-an-enduring-dream-512803/
Vernaccia di San Gimignano DOCG 2018 – 94pts
Very nuanced nose, with notes of almonds, quince, wet stone, dried basil. Robust fruit core offset by a vibrant salinity. Very elegant and subtle with a gentle oily quality (lemon and rosemary oil). Alc 13.5%
Evoè, Toscana IGT 2016 – 92pts
Skin-fermented with a six-month maceration – very well managed – without entering oxidative territory. Elegant, with fine notes of nectarine, white peach and green olive tapenade, topped by a fine herbal layer of mint, dried oregano and thyme. Phenolic charge is subtle and adds texture. Gently saline and nutty with good acid drive. Alc 13.5%
Vigna Santa Margherita, Vernaccia di San Gimignano DOCG 2015 – 95pts
Quite a subdued nose, with a fine mineral line. But, in the mouth, there’s fleshiness to this minerality. Subtle top notes of sage, fennel seed and dried mint, lined by a subtle salinity. Elegant finish, with touches of fresh almonds and hazelnut. Lingering liquorice nuances. Alc 13.5%
Riserva, Vernaccia di San Gimignano DOCG 2014 – 95pts
Expressive nose, so citrusy. Frangipane, buttered toast, wild flowers, glazed ginger, apple pie and tobacco leaves complete the bouquet. The palate is vertical and precise, while also delivering the substance of the best Vernaccia grapes. Alc 13%
Riserva, Vernaccia di San Gimignano DOCG 2011 -94pts
Such an alluring smoky nose of toasted nuts and flint, surrounding an intense fruit core (quince, yellow apple, nectarine, melon, papaya). Great width on the mid palate, with a nutty lining. A beautiful wine, with a very Mediterranean character. Wood tannins add nuance, structure and vibrancy. Alc 13.5%
Riserva, Vernaccia di San Gimignano DOCG 2010 -96pts
A truly elegant wine, precise and poised, still very vibrant 13 years on. Filigreed notes of lemon zest, quince, almonds, hazelnuts and poached pear, with touches of linden and Earl Grey. Spicy twist to the long finish, with a delicious tail of salty liquorice. Alc 13.5%.
Riserva, Vernaccia di San Gimignano DOCG 2008 -95pts
Remarkable, poised complexity, with volume offset by mineral precision. Luscious flavours of frangipane, yellow apple, nectarine and apple peel supported by a fine acid line and a quasi-tannic grip. A hint of crushed roses adds floral appeal. Alc 13.5%
