94 points Wine Enthusiast: "Volpaia is the proud author of one of Chianti Classico’s most enjoyable dessert wines. This luscious Vin Santo (a blend of Trebbiano and Malvasia aged in small barrels called caratelli) is velvety soft and decadent with lingering tones of orange zest, resin, dried ginger, candied fruit and a tiny hint of musk. Alcohol 16.0%. (12/15/11)"

93 points Wine Spectator: "[$45/375ml list] This well-defined dessert white boasts toffee, caramel, smoke and dried fig aromas and flavors. This stays persistent and balanced as the smoky element intensifies on the long, iodine- and treacle-infused aftertaste. Powerful, expansive finish. Drink now through 2015. 1,200 cases made. (2/29/12)"