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Daniel Ciolek

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Storiche Cantine

De'Ricci Chianti Sangiovese Blend 2019

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Daniel Ciolek

Daniel Ciolek

9.0

Earthy dark berries on the nose. Mouthwatering acidity on the palate. Earth and moss blended with candied cherries and raspberries with cinnamon and clove on the palate. Overall crisp and earthy with fruit undertones. The finish is long and dry. I would pair with a spicy pasta to counterbalance the earthiness. — 3 days ago

Due Mari

Vendemmia Montepulciano d'Abruzzo 2020

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Daniel Ciolek

Daniel Ciolek

9.0

Approachable on opening. Raspberry currant light spice subtle leathery tannins emerging with a moderate finish. Slight bonus added for value as a very good everyday wine. — 2 months ago

Rusel

Barolo Nebbiolo 2015

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Daniel Ciolek

Daniel Ciolek

9.0

Good value. Approachable on opening. Dark cherry and slight clove on the nose. Dark cherry, bark/leather, peat, and graphite on the palate. Chewy tannins on a long finish. Fruit opens up after a couple hours as tannins settle to become smoother. — 2 months ago

Antica Cantina Brotello

Selezione di Famiglia Rosato 1903

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Daniel Ciolek

Daniel Ciolek

9.1

Very nice Italian rose made from Sangiovese grapes. Light fruit on nose. Crisp and refreshing with mild raspberry and mineral on the palate. Really good value for the flavor. — 3 days ago

Piccini

Villa Al Cortile Riserva Brunello di Montalcino Sangiovese 2015

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Daniel Ciolek

Daniel Ciolek

9.0

A tad tight and unbalanced day 1. Day 2 very nice raspberry on the nose. Raspberry, strawberry and currant followed by winter spices, tobacco and graphite. Moderate finish. — 24 days ago

Monte De Oro

Owner's Blend Synergy 65 Temecula Valley Syrah Blend 2018

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Daniel Ciolek

Daniel Ciolek

9.2

Exceptional on opening. Nose of dark berries and spice. Palate with complex of spiciness, juiciness, black cherry, blueberry, blackberry, & plum. Balanced low intensity tannins with lingering finish. — 2 months ago

Cascina Adelaide

Baudana Barolo Nebbiolo 2015

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Daniel Ciolek

Daniel Ciolek

9.1

Elegant. Earthy dark@roses on the nose. well balanced acidity and tannins. Dark fruits, clove, mild leather minerals and undergrowth on the palate. Complex layers without being dense. Lingering soft finish. This is day 3 tasting note. Day 1 had slightly more tannins but was quite approachable within an hour of opening. Perfect for a cool autumn day/evening. — 2 months ago

Cavallotto

Langhe DOC Freisa 2020

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Daniel Ciolek

Daniel Ciolek

8.9

Nice everyday wine from an older and less common grape. Better day 2. Aromatic with strawberries and candied cherries. Slightly tart on opening but smooth day 2. Raspberry, strawberry, clove and some mineral. Moderate finish. — 24 days ago

Vite Colte

Paesi Tuoi Barolo Nebbiolo 2016

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Daniel Ciolek

Daniel Ciolek

9.0

Good value. Could age a little longer. Bold tannins on opening. Approachable several hours later. Traditional style. Cherry, cinnamon, coffee, undergrowth, leather. Lingering g dry finish. — 2 months ago

Cantine Sansilvestro

Patres Barolo Nebbiolo 2016

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Daniel Ciolek

Daniel Ciolek

9.1

This is becoming one of my go-to WTSO great value Barolo! Consistently good. Approachable on opening but singing day 2. Dark rose on the nose. Dark cherry, earth, mineral, and chewy tannins on the palate that linger. Performing well above its price point. Would pair well with a mushroom risotto or a hearty stew. — 2 months ago