“What a gorgeous wine this is.” - Antonio Galloni

“A well-priced red that I happily recommend.” - The Wine Advocate

A stylish, sharp-fruited blend of two Bordeaux varieties, given a Tuscan twist by the brilliant winemaker, Sean O’Callaghan, who favours a very long maceration on the skins to bring out the flavours slowly without aggressive extraction. It pours a glossy, carmine colour and bursts onto the palate with sour cherry and damson flavours, a hint of old roses and orange peel, infused with something ineffably Tuscan, whether its the the soil, the climate or the winemaking heritage or probably all three. 13% alc. Drink now-2030.

Press reviews:

Vinous: “The 2022 Il Randagio, a blend of Merlot and Cabernet Franc, is fabulous. Bright acids and floral overtones grace this exquisite, nuanced red. There's a good bit of whole clusters (40-50%), but stems aren't especially evident. The 2022 spent four months on the skins in cement and open top tanks. More than anything else, it's the freshness and purity here that stand out. What a gorgeous wine this is. Drink now-2032.” 93 points

The Wine Advocate: “The Tenuta di Carleone 2022 Il Randagio is a blend of equal parts Merlot and Cabernet Franc (with some whole-cluster fermentation) and comes in a screw-cap bottle with a drawing of a one-eyed bulldog on the front label that surely must be a Sean O'Callaghan alter ego. He dabbles in long maceration times and alternative cement vessels. There is a lot of creative spirit in a wine like this that reveals fresh berry tones that pop brightly. The style is full of energy. This is a well-priced red that I happily recommend, especially if you are looking for a casual but spirited expression. Drink now-2030.” 93 points