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Patrizia Cencioni: awards by Vinous

Stefania del Giudice — Thu, 11 Dec 2025 15:00:21 +0000

Patrizia Cencioni: awards by Vinous.
94+ Points were assigned to the Brunello Ofelio and 94 to Riserva 123 while the Brunello 2021 received 93 Points.

BRUNELLO DI MONTALCINO OFELIO 2021

100% sangiovese
Manual selection of the grapes, soft de-stemming, fermentation at controlled temperature, 32 days of skin contact.
Aged for 40 months in 15 Hl Slavonian oak Barrels

Color: deep ruby red with garnet reflection.
Aroma: rich bouquet with complex aromas. Intense notes of sour cherry and violet, followed by spices and mediterranean herbs.
Flavor: great structure and intensity. Rich, vibrant, lively and elegant, with great persistence.
Food Pairings: perfect pairing for red meats and game.

BRUNELLO DI MONTALCINO RISERVA 123 2020

100% sangiovese
Manual selection of the bunches, soft de-stemming, fermentation at controlled temperature, 32 days of skin contact.
Aged for 48 months in 20 Hl Slavonian oak Barrels and 7,5 hl French oak Barrels.

Color: deep, bright ruby red with garnet reflection.
Aroma: intense bouquet with great complexity. Sour cherry, violet, blood orange, followed by spice with perceptible hints of leather and tobacco.
Flavor: well-structured and intense. Rich, elegant, with a velvety texture and great persistence.
Food Pairings: perfect match for red meats and game.

BRUNELLO MONTALCINO 2021

100% sangiovese
Manual selection of the bunches, soft de-stemming, fermentation at controlled temperature, 25 days of skin contact.
Aged for 36 months in 26, 42 e 7,5 hl French and Slavonian oak Barrels.

Color: intense, bright ruby red.
Aroma: in the foreground is an intense fruity note of iron cherry, then comes the balsamicity of Mediterranean bush, along with hints of tobacco and cocoa
Flavor: intense and enveloping.
Food Pairings: perfect with red meats and game.

THE WINERY:

Founded in 1989, the winery Patrizia Cencioni is now managed by three women who continue a tradition started by their grandfather, Giuseppe Cencioni, one of the founders of the Consorzio del Brunello di Montalcino.
The estate spans about 50 hectares, including 8 dedicated to Brunello di Montalcino vineyards and 7 to olive groves.

Patrizia, Annalisa and Arianna

Last but not least, the winery offers tours and tastings at their location at Podere Capanna, 102 – 53024 Montalcino.

Don’t miss out on what’s coming next—follow their pages to stay in the loop

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Patrizia Cencioni: awards by Winecritic.com

Stefania del Giudice — Thu, 27 Nov 2025 10:00:13 +0000

Patrizia Cencioni: awards by Winecritic.com.
97 Points were assigned to the Brunello Riserva 123 and the Ofelio while the Brunello 2021 received 95 Points.

BRUNELLO DI MONTALCINO RISERVA 123 2020

BRUNELLO DI MONTALCINO OFELIO 2021

100% sangiovese
Manual selection of the grapes, soft de-stemming, fermentation at controlled temperature, 32 days of skin contact.
Aged for 40 months in 15 Hl Slavonian oak Barrels

BRUNELLO MONTALCINO 2021

THE WINERY:

Patrizia, Annalisa and Arianna

Last but not least, the winery offers tours and tastings at their location at Podere Capanna, 102 – 53024 Montalcino.

Don’t miss out on what’s coming next—follow their pages to stay in the loop

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Palazzone: 95 Pts by Doctor Wine

Stefania del Giudice — Tue, 09 Sep 2025 11:58:43 +0000

Palazzone: 95 Pts by Doctor Wine for the beautiful Orvieto Classico Superiore Campo del Guardiano 2022.

Orvieto Classico Superiore Campo del Guardiano 2022

Points

This wine comes from the most beautiful piece of land on Palazzone’s estate, renown to generations of local farmers as Campo del Guardiano.

Following bottling this Orvieto Classico Superiore is aged in Palazzone’s cellar for many months. The complexity, the aromas and the freshness of the fruit remain intact for years proving the wine’s astonishing capacity to age beautifully.

Tasting notes: Campo del Guardiano has an intense straw color with sharp green reflections.
The nose is protound, retineds and prolonged; on the palate silky and well structured, vibrant and persistent.

Serving Suggestion: with dishes that are not only powerful but also restrained and delicately balanced, recipes of veal, fowl, and pork, in the finest Umbrian tradition.

THE PRODUCER:

Palazzone is located in Orvieto and is Unique due to its specific terrain, which is a mix of clays and rocks, its use of traditional grapes, its artisan production methods, and the longevity of its wines.

THE WINES:

The winery produces a variety of wines, including Campo del Guardiano, Terre Vineate, Vendemmia Tardiva, Muffa Nobile, Musco, Armaleo, Sangiovese, Grechetto, Viognier, Pinot Grigio Ramato, Vignarco Bianco and Vignarco Rosso.

NOT ONLY WINE PRODUCTION BUT ONLY HOSPITALITY

LOCANDA PALAZZONE

The “Locanda” is situated within a medieval palace on the winery’s property.

It offers visitors a unique experience. The website details various tasting and tour experiences available at the locanda, which can include a full lunch. The locanda serves as a point of contact for booking and inquiries regarding these experiences.

UPCOMING EVENTS AT LOCANDA PALAZZONE

PRANZO DELLA VENDEMMIA

Saturday, Sept. 20th, 2025

Azienda Agricola Palazzone is opening the doors of the stunning Locanda Palazzone (Orvieto) for a midday feast celebrating the season’s bounty.

Enjoy a curated menu of delicious courses paired with their excellent wines, all while taking in the breathtaking views of the Umbrian countryside.

It’s the perfect way to experience the magic of the harvest.

Stay tuned for more…..

….and for more info about Palazzone pleazse take a look at the www and follow the social media

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Patrizia Cencioni’s awards’ update

Stefania del Giudice — Mon, 08 Sep 2025 12:38:40 +0000

Patrizia Cencioni ‘s awards’ update.
Kerin O’ Keefe rated their beautiful Rosato Toscana 2023 with 93 Points while Brunello di Montalcino 2019 received 98 Pts by Doctor Wine.

ROSATO TOSCANA 2023

Points

“Made entirely with pre-harvsted Sangiovese destined to make Brunello, the fantastic 2024 Rosato from Patrizia Cencioni has an intense color recalling pink rose petal and intense floral aromas of lavender and rose that mix with small red berry and spice. Dry, savory and linear, the full-flavored palate delivers succulent red cherry, pomegranate and orange zest before a saline close. Bright acidity keeps it vibrant and balanced. Drink through 2027. Abv: 12.5%”

….and ther is more…..

With a ratings of 93 Points,
Patrizia Cenzioni’s Rosato Toscana 2023 reached the 8th place in the Top 25 Italian Rosato.

BRUNELLO MONTALCINO 2019

Points

THE WINERY:

Patrizia, Annalisa and Arianna

Last but not least, the winery offers tours and tastings at their location at Podere Capanna, 102 – 53024 Montalcino.

Don’t miss out on what’s coming next—follow their pages to stay in the loop

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Patrizia Cencioni: awards by Vinous

Patrizia, Annalisa and Arianna

Patrizia Cencioni: awards by Winecritic.com

Patrizia, Annalisa and Arianna

Palazzone: 95 Pts by Doctor Wine

Patrizia Cencioni’s awards’ update

Kerin O’Keefe June 2025©kerinokeefe.com

Patrizia, Annalisa and Arianna

Kerin O’Keefe June 2025
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