Piaggia Carmignano Riserva 2020

96 points Vinous
The 2020 Carmignano Riserva Piaggia impresses with its understated power, lifting up with a delicate blend of dried roses and black cherries, complicated by cedary spice and hints of dark chocolate. This is pure elegance on the palate, seamlessly silky and soothing with depths of polished red and blue fruits that swirl, all energized by vibrant acidity. A web of fine tannins wraps the senses in youthful poise as the 2020 finishes impossibly long and staining, leaving notes of white pepper, licorice and violet inner florals to resonate. This is a dark and radiant beauty. The 2020 is a showstopper

94 points Doctor Wine

94 points Veronelli

94 points Falstaff
Intense ruby red with purple hues. Expressive nose, lots of ripe plum, some grilled bell pepper, subtly leathery. On the palate blackberry and dark chocolate, crisp acidity, rich tannin, builds drive, persistent finish.

94 points Wine Spectator
This has mellowed nicely, with black currant, black cherry, violet, vanilla, cedar and earth flavors. Shows finesse and intensity, along with excellent balance and a lingering aftertaste that echoes the fruit and oak spice, picking up a hint of wild herbs too. Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Cabernet Franc.