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Results: 19 Wines (ordered by highest rating)
Poliziano Asinone Vino Nobile di Montepulciano 2001
This is the finest 2001 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano that I tasted. A blend of 90% prugnolo with 10% merlot, the wine was named after the hump in a mule's back to show the steeply sloped shape of the...
Castello di Volpaia Coltassala Chianti Classico Riserva 2005
Extroverted but contained nose of whole plum, hickory, and dried cherries enveloped the nose but the palate is unmercifully attacked by velvety tannins and mature but not under ripe red fruit that is ...
Nino Negri Sfursat Tradizionale 2004
This mega wine is made from partially dried grapes (think amarone) picked in late September but vinified in mid December. During this "drying period" the grapes lose water, become more ...
Scarzello Barolo Merenda 2001
Scarzello's Barolo Merenda 2001 is a wine of massive proportions yet beautifully balanced. Classic aromas of tar, dusty cherries, and dried flowers bring you in wh...
Sesta di Sopra Rosso di Montalcino N.V.
These guys are seriously paying attention in the vineyard and cellar. Strawberry and plum aromas jump out of the galss with a hint of earth on the backend. Plenty of structure and snap on the palate...
Villa Mangiacane Chianti Classico Riserva 2004
Ripe yet focused red cherry, cinnamon, and pomegranate nose with layers of coffee bean and dried flowers lurking underneath...
Amistar Edizione Rosso A.A. 2003
Inky purple in color, the tightly wrapped, concentrated, and dense aromas of black currant, blackberry, and dried figs linger forever. But it doesn't stop with the beautiful nose as a brighter fruit ...
Castello di Volpaia Chianti Classico Riserva 2004
Roasted coffee meets earth, leather, and focused cranberry on the nose. On the palate, the acid is marked but...
Ceretto Barolo Zonchera 2004
Selected from vineyards in and around the town on Barolo and Serralunga, this barolo offers up jovial aromas of red cherry, flower petal extract, and basil. A fruity attack of roasted cinnamon, cran...
Le Querce Calviolo Cabernet Sauvignon IGT Toscana 2006
Gorgeous nose of vanilla, blackberry, and sottobosco with undertones of mineral rich earth invite you into an impeccably balanced effort from this small estate. This is a minerally cabernet sauvignon...
St. Michael-Eppan St. Michael-Eppan Lagrein Alto-Adige 2007
What a wine! Earth, manure, and dried violet extract whip through the nose like a hurricane and set the tone for the amazing attack on the palate that lingers for what seems like minutes. Concentrat...
Campo alla Sughera Arnione 2002
This small azienda is crafting some spectacular red wines, even from difficult vintages, which is evident in their 2002 Arnione, a blend of cabernet sauvigon and franc, merlot, and petite verdot. A v...
La Colombina Brunello di Montalcino 2004
A complex and inviting nose of black cherry, cola, and black pepper lead to a massive attack of black cherry and chocolate on the palate. This is a immediately attractive wine that will find fast fri...
Bibbiano Chianti Classico 2007
Underneath a stingy nose of smoke, roasted apple, and mushrooms, there are layers of roasted cherry, sottobosco, and black plum flavors that waltz along your palate from start to finish. This is a fi...
Ceretto Monsordo Langhe Rosso DOC 2007
Aromas of macerated red cherries, baked strawberry, and blueberries combine with hints of vanilla from the oak to create a seductive and racy nose that will appeal to all seeking adventure. And there...
Le Querce Calviolo Cabernet Sauvignon 2006 IGT Toscana 2006
Earth and graphite aromas work the nose on top while blackberry and cassis hints are embedded underneath. The well extracted fruit, led by bluberry, sottobosco, and black currants sport a mildly tanni...
Campo alla Sughera Achenio 2007
A blend of sauvignon blanc, the local vermentino, and chardonnay aged in new French barrique this is an internationally styled effort, complete with butter and baked golden apple aromas that is sure t...
Poggio Antico Rosso di Montalcino 2003
The 2003 rosso just missed the mark for an A- as I found this be a prime example of when earthy meets fruity. Massive aromas of crushed raspberries collide with sottobosco, while on the palate blackb...
Carpineto Vino Nobile di Montepulciano Riserva 1999
It was hard for me to smile about the the 1999 Vino Nobile Riserva which I found to have aromas of marzipan and hints vegetal aromas. The wine is very soft on the attack, struggles to exhibits flavors...