"There are only a few Sangiovese-dominated wines from Washington, but they tend to be rock-solid. The 2018 Saggi Red Wine is a great example, revealing a ruby/semi-translucent color as well as notes of ripe cherries, leafy herbs, sandalwood, and dried flowers. Medium to full-bodied, it has plenty of richness, velvety tannins, and outstanding length. It opens up nicely with time in the glass and should have 10-12 years of longevity."

- Jeb Dunnuck (May 2021), 92 pts

"Aromas of plum, orange peel and spices. It’s full-bodied with firm, silky tannins. Structured and focused with a creamy texture. Iron and stones on the finish. A blend of sangiovese, cabernet sauvignon and syrah. Try in 2023."

- James Suckling (July 2021), 93 pts

"The 2018 Red Wine Saggi is mostly Candy Mountain Sangiovese (58%) with Cabernet Sauvignon (30%) and Syrah (12%). Gilles Nicault has created a sensational, one-of-a-kind blend here. The wine explodes out of the glass with potpourri and anise tones alongside a beautiful core of red and dark fruits. The palate offers tobacco, milk chocolate and boysenberry flavors, serious depth and concentration, insanely good range and an opulent sense of texture. Complex and delicious with firm tannins and a touch of hedonism, this sensational and novel blend will provide drinking enjoyment for another 15 years to come. - Owen Bargreen

- Antonio Galloni's Vinous (March 2022), 95 pts