Coriole Montepulciano 2022

93 POINTS

Ned Goodwin - Halliday's Wine Companion

A ferrous, full-bodied wine that, mercifully, has nothing to do with sweet or obvious fruit. Hand picked and handled with aplomb. Aromas of blood stone, plum, varnished teak, mint and dried tobacco. A twine of tannins is firm, tremulous, authoritative and very impressive. As Italianate as it is McLaren Vale, this bodes well for the region and its courage to champion varieties that belong to the present, while portending the future.

93 POINTS

Gary Walsh - The Wine Front

Vines are now 20 years old, I believe. Dark cherry, almond, liquorice and mint, a little spice and tobacco. Medium-bodied, but dense, plenty of deep ferrous tannin, balanced acidity, bay leaf, a spicy and savoury flavour on a long firm finish. They’ve done a very good job on this grape variety in 2021.

Angus Hughson - Winepilot.com

The vibrant 2021 Montepulciano is built for the short term while delivering reasonable varietal character. It opens with dark cherry and dried herb aromas, plus an edge of sweet red licorice. Good flavor impact follows with juicy compact dark berry fruits and new leather touches. Gentle tannins underscore a chocolatey finish.