“This red blends savory tones of Sichuan peppercorn and fresh herbs with blood orange and rich red plum. It’s pleasantly plump in feel, with a framing of dusty tannins and bright acidity lending support.”
— Wine Enthusiast, Dec 2021

“The 2018 Cirò Riserva Duca Sanfelice shows a dark and brooding character, as crushed ashen stone and hints of animal musk give way to a mix of black currant and plum. Silky textures soothe, as a cool-toned display of mineral-tinged wild berries cascades across a core of zesty acidity, leaving a coating of sweet tannin in their wake. Notes of licorice and sage linger through the lightly structured finale, as this tapers off surprisingly fresh and floral. The Duca Sanfelice is already showing quite well, yet I recommend a short decanting to help open up its aromatic profile.”
— Vinous, Jul 2021