Sicily is like a magical fairy world right now — 11 years ago
Finding what I've been looking for in Carricante. It's got a marsanne/roussane-like nose with banana peel, the blossoms of some rich tropical fruit, and some sage or Cali bay leaf. The phenolic are nicely reigned in, and it has something of that weightless, rainwater characteristic that the Benanti Pietramarina has in such abundance. Little fruit on the palate, just texture, acid, and minerality. Faintly tannic finish. — 12 years ago
Nerello Mascalese 2005 — 13 years ago
Black cherry, blackberries, tarragon, balsamic, white pepper, wet rocks. Great acidity, medium body, juicy mouthfeel with smooth velvet tannin grip. Mineral driven, long earthy/dry herbal finish. — 11 years ago
Zibbibo! This stuff is incredible... Leather and apricot with sugared lemon zest and a round nutty finish. Gorgeous! — 12 years ago
Molly K
Big muscle-y red. Reminded me of an Australian Shiraz but perfect to pair with a big red pasta. #marea — 10 years ago