Italy - All Red Wines
Italy is renowned worldwide for its exceptional red wines, which showcase the country's rich winemaking traditions and diverse terroir. From the iconic regions of Tuscany and Piedmont to the hidden gems of Sicily and Veneto, Italy offers an extensive selection of fine red wines that captivate the palate and leave a lasting impression.
In Tuscany, famous vineyards like Antinori, Marchesi di Frescobaldi, and Tenuta San Guido produce some of the most renowned red wines in the world. Wines such as Brunello di Montalcino, Chianti Classico, and Super Tuscans like Sassicaia and Tignanello showcase the region's mastery in crafting complex, age-worthy, and expressive wines. These wines exhibit flavors of ripe berries, elegant tannins, and a harmonious balance that reflects the unique Tuscan terroir.
Piedmont is home to legendary vineyards and wineries that produce outstanding red wines. Renowned names such as Gaja, Vietti, and Marchesi di Barolo are synonymous with excellence. The region's iconic wines, Barolo and Barbaresco, crafted from the Nebbiolo grape, epitomize power, elegance, and longevity. These wines boast flavors of red fruit, floral notes, earthy undertones, and firm tannins that develop beautifully with age.
Sicily, the largest island in the Mediterranean, offers a different yet captivating expression of Italian red wines. Vineyards like Planeta, Donnafugata, and Tasca d'Almerita craft remarkable wines from indigenous grape varieties such as Nero d'Avola and Nerello Mascalese. These wines exhibit intense fruit flavors, vibrant acidity, and a unique volcanic minerality, showcasing the island's diverse terroir.
In the Veneto region, Amarone della Valpolicella stands out as a distinctive and powerful red wine. Wineries like Allegrini, Tommasi, and Quintarelli produce exceptional Amarone wines using dried grapes, resulting in a wine with concentrated flavors of dark fruit, spices, and a velvety texture.
These are just a few examples of the remarkable red wines Italy has to offer. Whether you're indulging in a classic Tuscan Sangiovese, an elegant Piedmontese Nebbiolo, a bold Sicilian Nero d'Avola, or a robust Venetian Amarone, Italian red wines transport you to the sun-drenched vineyards and embody the passion, history, and artistry of Italian winemaking.
Experience the allure of Italian red wines and discover the immense variety and quality that make them a true treasure in the world of wine. From prestigious appellations to hidden gems, Italian red wines are sure to impress even the most discerning wine enthusiasts with their complexity, elegance, and ability to age gracefully.
Italy - All Red Wines
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Piedmont | 6 | 96 (WA) |
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£522.41 |
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Wine Advocate (96)Here's a wild ride back in time. The spectacular Oddero 2015 Barolo Riserva Vignarionda opens to magnificent intensity and an impressive level of no-holds-barred openness or generosity. You can age the wine further, but honestly, it tastes beautiful right now. The 2015 vintage carries a lot of extra fruit weight and shows broad shoulders. That supportive textural richness gives rise to dark fruit, dried blackberry, cured tobacco and candied chestnut. The bouquet is an infusion of fruit complexity and budding evolution. This is a bottle you could cozy up to sometime during the chilly winter months. Production is 3,500 bottles. |
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Piedmont | 5 | - |
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£424.09 |
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Piedmont | 3 | - |
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£622.09 |
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Piedmont | 1 | 89 (WA) |
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£482.81 |
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Wine Advocate (89)The 2005 Barolo Villero offers excellent depth in its dark fruit, spices and minerals, with good richness that carries through to the long finish. The wine’s balance is commendable; all that is lacking is a measure of the character that this great vineyard is capable of. Anticipated maturity: 2012-2022. |
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Tuscany | 2 | 96 (JS) |
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£204.41 |
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James Suckling (96)Lots of blackcurrants and blackberry aromas and flavors with hints of bark and mushrooms. Full-bodied, chewy and rich. A powerful red with plenty of structure and depth. This Bordeaux blend from Bolgheri is a challenger to Sassicaia and Ornellaia. Better in 2018. |
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Tuscany | 3 | 98 (JS) |
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£222.49 |
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James Suckling (98)Aromas of blackberry, burnt orange, licorice and spice follow through to a full body, with super integrated and fine tannins plus a fabulous depth of fruit and center palate. This is a great wine. Drink in 2017. |
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Tuscany | 3 | 94 (JS) |
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£190.01 |
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James Suckling (94)Fascinating aromas of stone, wet concrete and dark fruit. Full body, firm and silky tannins and a flavorful finish. A structured and firm wine. Give it two or three years to soften. |
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Tuscany | 2 | 95 (JS) |
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£541.61 |
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James Suckling (95)A solid and structured red with tile, dark berry and black tea character and some cloves, too. Full body, tannic and rich. Needs time to soften. Well done for a 2014. Ornellaia shows its pedigree here. Better in 2019. |
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Tuscany | 2 | 97 (JS) |
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£466.69 |
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James Suckling (97)A big, rich wine for the vintage, yet poised and lively with firm, chewy tannins that give form and intensity to the wine. It shows loads of blackberry, blackcurrant and walnut flavors. Ripe yet polished tannins. Give this three or four years to come together. |
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Tuscany | 3 | 97 (VN) |
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£408.40 |
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Vinous (97)The 2018 Ornellaia is an introvert at this stage. Medium in body, with terrific persistence and impeccable balance, the 2018 is not in any mood to show all its cards today. Hints of red berry fruit, mocha, spice, licorice and dried flowers emerge with a bit of coaxing. I won’t be surprised to see it put on weight with more time in bottle. There is certainly plenty to look forward to. Readers should expect a silky, aromatic Ornellaia in line with vintages such as 2004 that are more about finesse than raw power. This is the first time in which Merlot drives the blend in Ornellaia. |
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Tuscany | 2 | 100 (WI) |
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£473.81 |
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The Wine Independent (100)The Ornellaia 2019 with 62% has the most Cabernet Sauvignon in the blend since the 65% used in the 2001 and 2002 vintages. It is bold and bright on the nose, full of joyful blackberry, cream, and sweet spice. It is very much like the 2016 Ornellaia in terms of finesse and harmony but bigger, bolder, more youthful, and maybe on a larger scale in terms of the brightness of aromas and flavors. On standing the nose becomes much more nuanced and fragrant with blue flowers like iris and violet. There is great concentration on the palate, but it is held together within a very elegant, tight structure. This is a powerful style of Ornellaia but with the 2019 the tannins are more refined than ever and there is a thrilling acidity enlivening the palate! According to Axel Heinz, Director of the Estate, "I think we have learned to tame the tannins.” This 2019 Ornellaia is a beautiful, luxurious, and vivacious wine. |
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Tuscany | 2 | 20+ (MJ) |
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£840.41 |
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Matthew Jukes (20+)An long-forgotten image flashed into my mind when I first tasted this wine. It took me back to a visit, as a child, to a stately home. Goodness knows where this place was, but I remember walking down a long corridor when a huge door opened to my left. As I walked past, I caught a glimpse of the most glamorous and beautifully decorated room beyond the person holding the door ajar. The door closed, and I passed by, but this image has stuck with me ever since. This momentary glimpse of incredible splendour is echoed in this magnificent wine. It starts midnight black in the glass, then as one focuses on the surface, can one see stars? Interestingly, it finishes black, too, in the form of ultra-fine sooty tannins that caress the taste buds as the flavour senesces. Between these two moments of perfect calm, there is layer upon layer of splendour and magnificence. The keyword for this vintage is ‘proportion’, as I found out half an hour through the presentation. It is an inspired choice because every element of 2020 Ornellaia is in scintillating proportion. 2020 Ornellaia represents more than harmony or balance and more than composure and equilibrium – it is truly in perfect proportion. In fact, I have never tasted a vintage of Ornellaia like it. There is a sense of greatness here, both in the intensity of the fruit and also its freshness and lift on the nose and palate – it is astonishing. The Cabernet theme (the blend is 50% Cabernet Sauvignon, 32% Merlot, 13% Cabernet Franc and 5% Petit Verdot) is dominant both in the primary fruit notes but also in the signature flavours. Merlot adds glossiness and also traction, while Cabernet Franc appears to add grace and also crispness and aromatic flourishes. Petit Verdot acts as the invisible welds that pin this magnificent structure together – a complete three-dimensional flavour with no apparent flaws whatsoever. This wine will undoubtedly drink early in its life, given the silkiness and generosity on display, but it will not genuinely get into its stride for a decade, and I feel it will take another decade for it to blossom fully. My childlike fascination with today’s glimpse into the glass will no doubt grow into a full-blown stroll around this wine with the door flung open wide in years to come. This wine will prove to those with the good fortune to own it that its best is yet to come, so be patient in spite of its early allure. Until then, I do not doubt that it is a work of perfect proportion, so I am delighted to award it my first-ever perfect score for Ornellaia. |
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Piedmont | 4 | - |
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£151.69 |
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Immerse yourself in the sublime character of Palladino Barolo Ornato 2017, a fine embodiment of the Italian spirit. Crafted in the prestigious Palladino estate in Italy's Piedmont region, this wine stands testament to the timeless art of winemaking. Fermented in stainless steel vats, this Barolo matures for 36 months in Slavonian oak barrels, infusing it with a rich, full-bodied complexity. Savour the decadent burst of ripe fruits, truffles and spices, underlined with refined notes of vanilla and cocoa. The finish is long, warming and markedly tannic. The Palladino family, revered vintners since the 1870s, employ traditional agronomic measures and modern winemaking techniques, delivering a wine that is both traditional and contemporarily appreciated. Year after year, the Palladino Barolo Ornato 2017 attests to this commitment, captivating connoisseurs with its nuanced elegance and uncompromising quality. |
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Piedmont | 5 | - |
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£139.69 |
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The Palladino Barolo Parafada 2017 is a stunning embodiment of fine Italian wine craftsmanship. Birthed in the renowned vineyards of Serralunga d'Alba in the Piedmont region, this elegantly crafted Barolo says much about its esteemed maker, Palladino. Impeccably knowledgeable and passionate, the Palladino team have nurtured Nebbiolo grapes, balancing their flavour profiles to a T. An intensive vinification process, involving 20-24 days of skin contact, and ageing in Slavonian oak barrels gives rise to an inviting bouquet of roses, dark cherries, and spices - becoming a testament to the exceptional quality of Palladino Barolo Parafada 2017. Crafted using traditional methods, with the meticulous quality assurance expected from the Palladino estate, this Barolo does not veer away from excellence. Savour its bright ruby red allure, and let every sip transport you to the romantic landscapes of Piedmont. A must for any connoisseur collection, Palladino Barolo Parafada 2017 is an encapsulation of viticulture brilliance. |
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Piedmont | 4 | - |
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£82.09 |
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The Palladino Barolo Serralunga 2017 is a remarkable representation of Mauro Palladino's meticulous craftsmanship. Sourced from the esteemed Serre vineyard in Serralunga d'Alba, this intoxicating Barolo bewitches with its arresting structure and depth. The Palladino estate, recognised for its stringent quality control and traditionalist winemaking approach, ensures a wine of exceptional calibre. The Palladino Barolo Serralunga 2017 embodies sheer elegance with a robust Nebbiolo core, enrobed with charming floral and spicy notes. It's lavishly textured and rich, while retaining a freshness from the 30-month maturity in large oak barrels, culminating in an alluring longevity that distinguishes Palladino's Barolo. The 2017 vintage, renowned for its warm growing season, has engendered a harmoniously balanced Barolo with poised acidity. Thus, this wine is certainly poised to enchant those who desire a sublime sip of Italy's distinguished wine history. |
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Piedmont | 1 | 97 (WA) |
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£732.41 |
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Wine Advocate (97)The 2011 Barolo Riserva Novantesimo is a proud and exuberant wine that does enormous justice to the vintage and to the mighty Nebbiolo grape. This is remembered as a warm growing season, and this wine is richly layered, generous and beautifully intense as a result. Dark cherry aromas are folded within spice, cured tobacco and leather. The best part is that subtle crunch or snap you get on the palate, thanks to the fresh acidity that is neatly integrated within. |
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Piedmont | 5 | 98 (KO) |
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£691.69 |
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Kerin O'Keefe (98)Not made since the 2011 vintage to commemorate the 90th anniversary of the winery and before that not since 1964, the Paolo Scavino 2016 Barolo Riserva is gorgeous. Made with a selection of the best grapes from the estate’s historic vineyards, it’s intensely fragrant, boasting multifaceted aromas of forest floor, iris, ripe woodland berry, camphor and brown exotic spice. Combining power and finesse, the delicious palate offers cherry marinated in spirits, raspberry compote, licorice and tobacco set against a backbone of firm, fine-grained tannins. Fresh acidity keeps it balanced and energized. Still primary and youthfully austere, it needs a few more years to unwind and develop. Drink 2028–2046. Abv: 15% |
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Tuscany | 10 | 95 (VN) |
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£356.81 |
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Vinous (95)Petrolo's 2011 Galatrona is just as impressive this year as it was last year. A vivid, voluptuous wine, the 2011 literally jumps from the glass, showing superb intensity, power and depth. Mocha, black cherries, smoke, tobacco and leather are some of the many notes that inform this drop-dead gorgeous, extroverted Galatrona. The style is overt and unabashedly ripe, but all the elements are in the right place. Galatrona fans will adore the 2011. What a gorgeous wine this is. |
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Tuscany | 3 | 99 (JS) |
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£138.41 |
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James Suckling (99)Terrific aromas of violets, roses and raspberries with hints of strawberries and brown sugar. Full body. Phenomenal layers of focused fruit and polished velvety tannins. This is the Galatrona that everyone has been waiting for. It's the vintage that shows depth and power yet wonderful finesse and focus. Best ever. Drink from 2023 but already electrifying. |
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Tuscany | 6 | 99 (JS) |
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£268.01 |
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James Suckling (99)Blackberries and black cherries with lavender and violets on the nose. Full-bodied with velvety, chewy tannins, yet the fruit is very intense with vibrancy and energy. Muscular, yet agile. Pure and poised. A unique definition of merlot in Tuscany. Drink after 2025. |
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Tuscany | 4 | 90 (VN) |
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£100.01 |
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Vinous (90)The 2015 Torrione is gorgeous. Bright fruit and expressive floral notes give the Torrione striking energy. Hints of smoke, tobacco and game add further shades of complexity as the wine gains volume and nuance with air. Above all else, though, what stands out is an emphasis on energy that is quite a departure from the Petrolo style of years past. The 2015 is a winner. Don’t miss it. |
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Tuscany | 1 | 95 (JS) |
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£100.01 |
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James Suckling (95)Aromas of dried flowers, dried berries, cherries and hints of stones. Full-bodied, very firm and silky. An intense underlying energy of acidity and a lovely finish. 75% sangiovese, 20% merlot and 5% cabernet sauvignon. One of the best ever? Drink in 2020. |
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Tuscany | 6 | - |
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£407.29 |
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Immerse yourself in the unparalleled elegance of Pian Orino Brunello di Montalcino Vigneti del Versante 2017, a sensational embodiment of Tuscan finesse. Masterfully crafted at the esteemed Pian Orino estate, nested in the coveted viticultural region of Montalcino, Italy, this wine breathes the poignant echoes of terroir. The grapes are handpicked from Vigneti del Versante vineyards, renowned for its rich, mineral-laden soils optimally situated for mature, flavourful fruit expression. The winemaking process is an artisanal marvel, including an extended maceration period and ageing in French oak barrels, creating a harmonious interplay between tannin, fruit and acidity. On the palate, anticipate a dense core of ripe red fruit with luscious layers of spice, leather and cocoa. This Brunello intoxicates with its full-bodied, balanced character and persistent finish. The Pian Orino Brunello di Montalcino Vigneti del Versante 2017 is a testament to superior winemaking, destined for the discerning oenophile's collection. |
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Piedmont | 3 | 97 (JS) |
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£574.01 |
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James Suckling (97)Really attractive blue fruit and flowers with hints of minerals. Full-bodied, very tight and sexy with super fine tannins, at the same time. A structured and racy young wine. Better after 2021. |
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Piedmont | 1 | 98 (JS) |
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£356.81 |
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James Suckling (98)Extremely perfumed with dark berries, cherries, strawberries and crushed stones. Full-bodied with chewy, polished tannins that are muscular. Fantastic structure to this young Barolo, as well as great length. It grows on the palate with ease. Truly impressive. Incredible. Try after 2025. |
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Piedmont | 1 | 94 (VN) |
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£358.09 |
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Vinous (94)The 2018 Barolo Ornato is somber, brooding and quite closed in on itself. There's a ton of aromatic and flavor complexity, but the fruit is very much in the background. It will be interesting to see if the 2018 emerges, or if it remains rather compact, as it is today. There's a good bit of density and power behind all of that tannin. Hints of blood orange, crushed raspberry, rose petal and cinnamon linger on the super-classic finish. |
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Piedmont | 1 | - |
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£391.69 |
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Tuscany | 1 | 97 (WA) |
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£728.81 |
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Wine Advocate (97)The 2013 Brunello di Montalcino is downright gorgeous. The wine is inward-looking at the very beginning, but it quickly revs up to deliver soaring intensity and profound elegance. It goes from first to sixth gear in seconds and grabs all your attention and admiration in the process. The bouquet reads like a textbook Sangiovese, with wild berry, rose hip, pressed violets, cola, balsam herb, licorice and cigar ash. The bouquet underlines the wine's enormous finesse and pedigree, but the mouthfeel is all about frankness, directness and power. This is a naked and pure Brunello that glows bright with confidence and pride. |
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Tuscany | 18 | 97 (WA) |
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£556.01 |
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Wine Advocate (97)Made with certified-organic fruit, the 2017 Brunello di Montalcino is an impossibly graceful wine from a challenging vintage. This bottle defies the odds—and the dry heat of the growing season—to reveal soft layers of cherry, cassis and more vibrant fruit. It glides clear over the palate with silky momentum, and you only notice the tannins at the very end. Even those should soften and integrate as this collectible wine continues it bottle evolution. Production is 19,000 bottles. |
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Piedmont | 1 | 93+ (VN) |
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£256.01 |
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Vinous (93+)The 2017 Barbaresco Riserva Montestefano is a potent, savory wine. Today, the fruit is very much in the background. A brooding, backward Barbaresco, the Montestefano clearly needs time, it is a somber, imposing Barbaresco. Dark plum, earthiness, cloves, menthol and licorice infuse the finish with notable gravitas. There's plenty of Montestefano breadth and resonance. |
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Piedmont | 6 | 96 (WA) |
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£430.00 |
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Wine Advocate (96)Here's a wild ride back in time. The spectacular Oddero 2015 Barolo Riserva Vignarionda opens to magnificent intensity and an impressive level of no-holds-barred openness or generosity. You can age the wine further, but honestly, it tastes beautiful right now. The 2015 vintage carries a lot of extra fruit weight and shows broad shoulders. That supportive textural richness gives rise to dark fruit, dried blackberry, cured tobacco and candied chestnut. The bouquet is an infusion of fruit complexity and budding evolution. This is a bottle you could cozy up to sometime during the chilly winter months. Production is 3,500 bottles. |
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Piedmont | 5 | - |
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£347.00 |
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Piedmont | 3 | - |
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£512.00 |
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Piedmont | 1 | 89 (WA) |
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£397.00 |
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Wine Advocate (89)The 2005 Barolo Villero offers excellent depth in its dark fruit, spices and minerals, with good richness that carries through to the long finish. The wine’s balance is commendable; all that is lacking is a measure of the character that this great vineyard is capable of. Anticipated maturity: 2012-2022. |
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Tuscany | 2 | 96 (JS) |
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£165.00 |
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James Suckling (96)Lots of blackcurrants and blackberry aromas and flavors with hints of bark and mushrooms. Full-bodied, chewy and rich. A powerful red with plenty of structure and depth. This Bordeaux blend from Bolgheri is a challenger to Sassicaia and Ornellaia. Better in 2018. |
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Tuscany | 3 | 98 (JS) |
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£179.00 |
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James Suckling (98)Aromas of blackberry, burnt orange, licorice and spice follow through to a full body, with super integrated and fine tannins plus a fabulous depth of fruit and center palate. This is a great wine. Drink in 2017. |
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Tuscany | 3 | 94 (JS) |
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£153.00 |
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James Suckling (94)Fascinating aromas of stone, wet concrete and dark fruit. Full body, firm and silky tannins and a flavorful finish. A structured and firm wine. Give it two or three years to soften. |
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Tuscany | 2 | 95 (JS) |
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£446.00 |
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James Suckling (95)A solid and structured red with tile, dark berry and black tea character and some cloves, too. Full body, tannic and rich. Needs time to soften. Well done for a 2014. Ornellaia shows its pedigree here. Better in 2019. |
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Tuscany | 2 | 97 (JS) |
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£382.50 |
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James Suckling (97)A big, rich wine for the vintage, yet poised and lively with firm, chewy tannins that give form and intensity to the wine. It shows loads of blackberry, blackcurrant and walnut flavors. Ripe yet polished tannins. Give this three or four years to come together. |
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Tuscany | 3 | 97 (VN) |
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£334.99 |
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Vinous (97)The 2018 Ornellaia is an introvert at this stage. Medium in body, with terrific persistence and impeccable balance, the 2018 is not in any mood to show all its cards today. Hints of red berry fruit, mocha, spice, licorice and dried flowers emerge with a bit of coaxing. I won’t be surprised to see it put on weight with more time in bottle. There is certainly plenty to look forward to. Readers should expect a silky, aromatic Ornellaia in line with vintages such as 2004 that are more about finesse than raw power. This is the first time in which Merlot drives the blend in Ornellaia. |
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Tuscany | 2 | 100 (WI) |
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£389.50 |
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The Wine Independent (100)The Ornellaia 2019 with 62% has the most Cabernet Sauvignon in the blend since the 65% used in the 2001 and 2002 vintages. It is bold and bright on the nose, full of joyful blackberry, cream, and sweet spice. It is very much like the 2016 Ornellaia in terms of finesse and harmony but bigger, bolder, more youthful, and maybe on a larger scale in terms of the brightness of aromas and flavors. On standing the nose becomes much more nuanced and fragrant with blue flowers like iris and violet. There is great concentration on the palate, but it is held together within a very elegant, tight structure. This is a powerful style of Ornellaia but with the 2019 the tannins are more refined than ever and there is a thrilling acidity enlivening the palate! According to Axel Heinz, Director of the Estate, "I think we have learned to tame the tannins.” This 2019 Ornellaia is a beautiful, luxurious, and vivacious wine. |
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Tuscany | 2 | 20+ (MJ) |
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£695.00 |
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Matthew Jukes (20+)An long-forgotten image flashed into my mind when I first tasted this wine. It took me back to a visit, as a child, to a stately home. Goodness knows where this place was, but I remember walking down a long corridor when a huge door opened to my left. As I walked past, I caught a glimpse of the most glamorous and beautifully decorated room beyond the person holding the door ajar. The door closed, and I passed by, but this image has stuck with me ever since. This momentary glimpse of incredible splendour is echoed in this magnificent wine. It starts midnight black in the glass, then as one focuses on the surface, can one see stars? Interestingly, it finishes black, too, in the form of ultra-fine sooty tannins that caress the taste buds as the flavour senesces. Between these two moments of perfect calm, there is layer upon layer of splendour and magnificence. The keyword for this vintage is ‘proportion’, as I found out half an hour through the presentation. It is an inspired choice because every element of 2020 Ornellaia is in scintillating proportion. 2020 Ornellaia represents more than harmony or balance and more than composure and equilibrium – it is truly in perfect proportion. In fact, I have never tasted a vintage of Ornellaia like it. There is a sense of greatness here, both in the intensity of the fruit and also its freshness and lift on the nose and palate – it is astonishing. The Cabernet theme (the blend is 50% Cabernet Sauvignon, 32% Merlot, 13% Cabernet Franc and 5% Petit Verdot) is dominant both in the primary fruit notes but also in the signature flavours. Merlot adds glossiness and also traction, while Cabernet Franc appears to add grace and also crispness and aromatic flourishes. Petit Verdot acts as the invisible welds that pin this magnificent structure together – a complete three-dimensional flavour with no apparent flaws whatsoever. This wine will undoubtedly drink early in its life, given the silkiness and generosity on display, but it will not genuinely get into its stride for a decade, and I feel it will take another decade for it to blossom fully. My childlike fascination with today’s glimpse into the glass will no doubt grow into a full-blown stroll around this wine with the door flung open wide in years to come. This wine will prove to those with the good fortune to own it that its best is yet to come, so be patient in spite of its early allure. Until then, I do not doubt that it is a work of perfect proportion, so I am delighted to award it my first-ever perfect score for Ornellaia. |
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Piedmont | 4 | - |
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£120.00 |
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Immerse yourself in the sublime character of Palladino Barolo Ornato 2017, a fine embodiment of the Italian spirit. Crafted in the prestigious Palladino estate in Italy's Piedmont region, this wine stands testament to the timeless art of winemaking. Fermented in stainless steel vats, this Barolo matures for 36 months in Slavonian oak barrels, infusing it with a rich, full-bodied complexity. Savour the decadent burst of ripe fruits, truffles and spices, underlined with refined notes of vanilla and cocoa. The finish is long, warming and markedly tannic. The Palladino family, revered vintners since the 1870s, employ traditional agronomic measures and modern winemaking techniques, delivering a wine that is both traditional and contemporarily appreciated. Year after year, the Palladino Barolo Ornato 2017 attests to this commitment, captivating connoisseurs with its nuanced elegance and uncompromising quality. |
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Piedmont | 5 | - |
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£110.00 |
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The Palladino Barolo Parafada 2017 is a stunning embodiment of fine Italian wine craftsmanship. Birthed in the renowned vineyards of Serralunga d'Alba in the Piedmont region, this elegantly crafted Barolo says much about its esteemed maker, Palladino. Impeccably knowledgeable and passionate, the Palladino team have nurtured Nebbiolo grapes, balancing their flavour profiles to a T. An intensive vinification process, involving 20-24 days of skin contact, and ageing in Slavonian oak barrels gives rise to an inviting bouquet of roses, dark cherries, and spices - becoming a testament to the exceptional quality of Palladino Barolo Parafada 2017. Crafted using traditional methods, with the meticulous quality assurance expected from the Palladino estate, this Barolo does not veer away from excellence. Savour its bright ruby red allure, and let every sip transport you to the romantic landscapes of Piedmont. A must for any connoisseur collection, Palladino Barolo Parafada 2017 is an encapsulation of viticulture brilliance. |
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Piedmont | 4 | - |
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£62.00 |
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The Palladino Barolo Serralunga 2017 is a remarkable representation of Mauro Palladino's meticulous craftsmanship. Sourced from the esteemed Serre vineyard in Serralunga d'Alba, this intoxicating Barolo bewitches with its arresting structure and depth. The Palladino estate, recognised for its stringent quality control and traditionalist winemaking approach, ensures a wine of exceptional calibre. The Palladino Barolo Serralunga 2017 embodies sheer elegance with a robust Nebbiolo core, enrobed with charming floral and spicy notes. It's lavishly textured and rich, while retaining a freshness from the 30-month maturity in large oak barrels, culminating in an alluring longevity that distinguishes Palladino's Barolo. The 2017 vintage, renowned for its warm growing season, has engendered a harmoniously balanced Barolo with poised acidity. Thus, this wine is certainly poised to enchant those who desire a sublime sip of Italy's distinguished wine history. |
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Piedmont | 1 | 97 (WA) |
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£605.00 |
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Wine Advocate (97)The 2011 Barolo Riserva Novantesimo is a proud and exuberant wine that does enormous justice to the vintage and to the mighty Nebbiolo grape. This is remembered as a warm growing season, and this wine is richly layered, generous and beautifully intense as a result. Dark cherry aromas are folded within spice, cured tobacco and leather. The best part is that subtle crunch or snap you get on the palate, thanks to the fresh acidity that is neatly integrated within. |
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Piedmont | 5 | 98 (KO) |
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£570.00 |
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Kerin O'Keefe (98)Not made since the 2011 vintage to commemorate the 90th anniversary of the winery and before that not since 1964, the Paolo Scavino 2016 Barolo Riserva is gorgeous. Made with a selection of the best grapes from the estate’s historic vineyards, it’s intensely fragrant, boasting multifaceted aromas of forest floor, iris, ripe woodland berry, camphor and brown exotic spice. Combining power and finesse, the delicious palate offers cherry marinated in spirits, raspberry compote, licorice and tobacco set against a backbone of firm, fine-grained tannins. Fresh acidity keeps it balanced and energized. Still primary and youthfully austere, it needs a few more years to unwind and develop. Drink 2028–2046. Abv: 15% |
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Tuscany | 10 | 95 (VN) |
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£292.00 |
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Vinous (95)Petrolo's 2011 Galatrona is just as impressive this year as it was last year. A vivid, voluptuous wine, the 2011 literally jumps from the glass, showing superb intensity, power and depth. Mocha, black cherries, smoke, tobacco and leather are some of the many notes that inform this drop-dead gorgeous, extroverted Galatrona. The style is overt and unabashedly ripe, but all the elements are in the right place. Galatrona fans will adore the 2011. What a gorgeous wine this is. |
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Tuscany | 3 | 99 (JS) |
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£110.00 |
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James Suckling (99)Terrific aromas of violets, roses and raspberries with hints of strawberries and brown sugar. Full body. Phenomenal layers of focused fruit and polished velvety tannins. This is the Galatrona that everyone has been waiting for. It's the vintage that shows depth and power yet wonderful finesse and focus. Best ever. Drink from 2023 but already electrifying. |
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Tuscany | 6 | 99 (JS) |
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£218.00 |
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James Suckling (99)Blackberries and black cherries with lavender and violets on the nose. Full-bodied with velvety, chewy tannins, yet the fruit is very intense with vibrancy and energy. Muscular, yet agile. Pure and poised. A unique definition of merlot in Tuscany. Drink after 2025. |
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Tuscany | 4 | 90 (VN) |
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£78.00 |
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Vinous (90)The 2015 Torrione is gorgeous. Bright fruit and expressive floral notes give the Torrione striking energy. Hints of smoke, tobacco and game add further shades of complexity as the wine gains volume and nuance with air. Above all else, though, what stands out is an emphasis on energy that is quite a departure from the Petrolo style of years past. The 2015 is a winner. Don’t miss it. |
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Tuscany | 1 | 95 (JS) |
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£78.00 |
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James Suckling (95)Aromas of dried flowers, dried berries, cherries and hints of stones. Full-bodied, very firm and silky. An intense underlying energy of acidity and a lovely finish. 75% sangiovese, 20% merlot and 5% cabernet sauvignon. One of the best ever? Drink in 2020. |
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Tuscany | 6 | - |
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£333.00 |
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Immerse yourself in the unparalleled elegance of Pian Orino Brunello di Montalcino Vigneti del Versante 2017, a sensational embodiment of Tuscan finesse. Masterfully crafted at the esteemed Pian Orino estate, nested in the coveted viticultural region of Montalcino, Italy, this wine breathes the poignant echoes of terroir. The grapes are handpicked from Vigneti del Versante vineyards, renowned for its rich, mineral-laden soils optimally situated for mature, flavourful fruit expression. The winemaking process is an artisanal marvel, including an extended maceration period and ageing in French oak barrels, creating a harmonious interplay between tannin, fruit and acidity. On the palate, anticipate a dense core of ripe red fruit with luscious layers of spice, leather and cocoa. This Brunello intoxicates with its full-bodied, balanced character and persistent finish. The Pian Orino Brunello di Montalcino Vigneti del Versante 2017 is a testament to superior winemaking, destined for the discerning oenophile's collection. |
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Piedmont | 3 | 97 (JS) |
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£473.00 |
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James Suckling (97)Really attractive blue fruit and flowers with hints of minerals. Full-bodied, very tight and sexy with super fine tannins, at the same time. A structured and racy young wine. Better after 2021. |
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Piedmont | 1 | 98 (JS) |
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£292.00 |
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James Suckling (98)Extremely perfumed with dark berries, cherries, strawberries and crushed stones. Full-bodied with chewy, polished tannins that are muscular. Fantastic structure to this young Barolo, as well as great length. It grows on the palate with ease. Truly impressive. Incredible. Try after 2025. |
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Piedmont | 1 | 94 (VN) |
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£292.00 |
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Vinous (94)The 2018 Barolo Ornato is somber, brooding and quite closed in on itself. There's a ton of aromatic and flavor complexity, but the fruit is very much in the background. It will be interesting to see if the 2018 emerges, or if it remains rather compact, as it is today. There's a good bit of density and power behind all of that tannin. Hints of blood orange, crushed raspberry, rose petal and cinnamon linger on the super-classic finish. |
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£320.00 |
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Tuscany | 1 | 97 (WA) |
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£602.00 |
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Wine Advocate (97)The 2013 Brunello di Montalcino is downright gorgeous. The wine is inward-looking at the very beginning, but it quickly revs up to deliver soaring intensity and profound elegance. It goes from first to sixth gear in seconds and grabs all your attention and admiration in the process. The bouquet reads like a textbook Sangiovese, with wild berry, rose hip, pressed violets, cola, balsam herb, licorice and cigar ash. The bouquet underlines the wine's enormous finesse and pedigree, but the mouthfeel is all about frankness, directness and power. This is a naked and pure Brunello that glows bright with confidence and pride. |
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Tuscany | 18 | 97 (WA) |
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£458.00 |
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Wine Advocate (97)Made with certified-organic fruit, the 2017 Brunello di Montalcino is an impossibly graceful wine from a challenging vintage. This bottle defies the odds—and the dry heat of the growing season—to reveal soft layers of cherry, cassis and more vibrant fruit. It glides clear over the palate with silky momentum, and you only notice the tannins at the very end. Even those should soften and integrate as this collectible wine continues it bottle evolution. Production is 19,000 bottles. |
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Piedmont | 1 | 93+ (VN) |
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£208.00 |
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Vinous (93+)The 2017 Barbaresco Riserva Montestefano is a potent, savory wine. Today, the fruit is very much in the background. A brooding, backward Barbaresco, the Montestefano clearly needs time, it is a somber, imposing Barbaresco. Dark plum, earthiness, cloves, menthol and licorice infuse the finish with notable gravitas. There's plenty of Montestefano breadth and resonance. |
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