95pts James Suckling

This is really fragrant and enveloping with raspberries, rose petals and a touch of tile, almost rust. Medium-bodied and savory with fine-grained tannins as well as a sense of brightness that drives the finish. Vivid and approachable. So supple and juicy. Drink or hold.

Tasting Notes

Deep garnet with a fading rim. The nose opens with dried cherry, cigar box, and truffle, layered with forest floor and balsamic nuances. On the palate, it is profound and structured, revealing concentrated fruit, firm tannins, and a savory, mineral-driven backbone. The finish is long and evolving, with echoes of leather, spice, and dried herbs.

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.