'...Falchini 1991 Campora was named the Super Tuscan Champion with 93 points. Falchini has been better known in past competitions for its wonderful white Vernaccia. The 100% Cabernet Sauvignon, Campora, made an eye-opening debut here this year. Its forward fruit and rich, generous character make this a hedonic delight.

Close behind Falchini, at 92 points, came Tenuta San Guido 1992 Sassicaia. Considered by some to be Italy's finest Cabernet, Sassicaia was a pioneer in the Super Tuscan movement in the 1970s....'

93           
Falchini 1991 Campora, Toscana. Bright ruby. Moderately full-bodied. Balanced acidity. Highly extracted. Heavily oaked. Moderately tannic. Plums, vanilla, crushed berries. This irresistible wine hits the palate running, with ripe, forward fruit and creamy oak layers. Truly mouthfilling, with a lengthy buildup of flavors that culminates in a satin textured finish. Young, bold, with great fruit. Super Tuscan Champion

88           
Falchini 1993 Paretaio, Toscana. Ruby. Moderately full-bodied. Balanced acidity. Moderately extracted. Quite tannic. Pepper, earth, red fruits. Sturdy, rustic, and characterful, with highly extracted fruit locked in a compact structure. A distinctive style from this consistent producer.

88 
Falchini 1994 Chianti Colli Senesi, Toscana. Garnet. Moderately light-bodied. Balanced acidity. Moderately extracted. Mildly oaked. Moderately tannic. Red fruits, earth, brown spice. A balanced, straightforward red, with integrated tannic structure and a hint of pleasant, sweet fruit. Best Buy

 80
Falchini 1994 Vinea Doni, Vernaccia di San Gimignano, Toscana. Yellow straw. Moderately light-bodied. Balanced acidity. Subtly extracted. Marzipan, herbs, lemons. A pleasant quaffer with a juicy mouthful and a light, citric finish.

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