94pts Wine Enthusiast

The nose invigorates with aromas of black cherry, licorice, coffee and pepper, while the palate presents a mix of sweet and tart cherries and berries, plus undertones of salt, pepper and rocks for balance. Chalky tannins contrast well with bright acid.

94pts James Suckling

Beautiful sweet cherries and berries with a hint of watermelon on the nose. Fragrant. It’s medium-bodied with fresh acidity and a bright, vivid finish. Lots of energy and crunch. Drink after 2026.

93pts Wine Spectator

A core of plum and cherry is shaded by Mediterranean herb, earth and mineral notes in this dense red. Muscular, with beefy tannins, plus a ray of acidity that drives the flavors to the lingering conclusion. Best from 2028 through 2045. 

92pts Falstaff

Winery Notes

Máté Winery is a small, artisanal estate tucked into the southwestern hills of Montalcino, founded by Candice and Ferenc Máté after transforming abandoned terraces into high-altitude vineyards.

Farming low-yield Sangiovese on rocky galestro and limestone soils, the estate focuses on micro-parcel precision and hand-crafted Brunello and Rosso that reflect the wild, wind-swept landscape of Sant’Angelo in Colle. Known for purity, concentration, and a distinctly elegant style, Máté has become one of Montalcino’s most character-driven boutique producers.