The 2020 Fattoria le Pupille Poggio Valente is a Sangiovese varietal from the Morellino di Scansano sub-region in Tuscany, Italy. This red wine, produced by Fattoria Le Pupille, features a cork closure and boasts an alcohol content of 15.0%.

James Suckling awarded this wine an impressive score of 95, highlighting its aromatic complexity: "Lots of rose petals on the nose, together with orange peel and cherries." Suckling further describes it as medium-bodied with a "very long and bright fruit character" that lingers for minutes, emphasizing its "energy and brightness."

Monica Larner of Robert Parker's Wine Advocate rated the wine at 94+ points, noting the challenges faced during the 2020 Sangiovese harvest. Despite these difficulties, the wine delivers "aromas of wild cherry, pressed violet, balsam herb and grilled rosemary" and maintains good freshness. Larner praises the wine's tannic structure and rich core of fruit, remarking that it is "not dominated by oak," which sets it apart from other wines of its kind.

Antonio Galloni of Vinous echoed these high praises with another 94-point score. He described the wine as a "heady, effortless Tuscan red" that excels in balance and class. Galloni noted that the 2020 Poggio Valente is filled with "dark red/purplish fruit, rose petals, licorice, cedar and tobacco," delivering a layered complexity that hits all the right notes.

The consistent high scores and positive reviews underscore the quality and character of the 2020 Poggio Valente. Each reviewer points to its vibrant aromatics, balanced structure, and distinctive freshness as standout features. Despite the challenging vintage, Fattoria Le Pupille has produced a noteworthy Sangiovese that promises both immediate enjoyment and potential for further aging.