Fortulla
Fortulla sits in Toscana, the heart of central Italy's wine country. The winery produces wines that blend regional tradition with unconventional grape choices. Its flagship Fortulla '94 Brut—a sparkling wine built from Petit Manseng and Vermentino—demonstrates an experimental approach to Italian fizz, earning a 93-point rating from Wine Advocate. Sorpasso, a red blend of Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Merlot, scored 92 points and reflects the winery's comfort with Bordeaux varieties in a Tuscan context. Serpentino Biologico, made from Viognier and Vermentino, rounds out the portfolio at 88 points and signals an organic farming commitment. The wines suggest a house unafraid to work outside Tuscan convention—pairing local whites with international reds and natural methods—while maintaining the structure and balance that define serious Tuscan production.
Critics
Wine Advocate