Samuli Jokipaltio

9.4

One of the nicest amaros I know. Forest flavors. From Cosenza, Calabria. Not ER, as tagged here. — 7 years ago

Manuel Buergi

9.2

(Blend of 80-85% Nebbiolo, Barbera and a little Cabernet sauvignon)
The rather dark color clearly sais it's no Nebbiolo, but a Barbera.  However, the nose reminds me again of aged Nebbiolo, but also of gracefully aged Barbera, that gets in the direction of old Nebbiolo with age, in my perception.  I let it "breathe" in a large glass for like 1-1.5 hours (Coravin & pour).

This 1998 has a still a lovely freshness and a soft tannic spine. I feel stewed mountain berries (frutti di bosco), ripe plums, a scent of cigar box, cranberries. The acidity is healthy with orange zests. The next glass will definitely get more air, as I feel that it will open up even more. — 8 years ago

Chris MacLean

9.3

Alas, a great showing for this great white. Very persistent and mineral driven, yet round generous too. But I don't get the sense it wants more bottle age. — 9 years ago

with Gianluct, Marta and 3 others

markus gould

9.2

please present me a better italian chardonnay...

this is on the spot. perfect fruit / freshness / body / balance / lenght.

discard every single angelo gaja white trash and keep in mind: this is one of THE ancient italian big 5. for a reason, i may add. — 10 years ago

Pierre Philippe

10

Great sweet red wine! Full body, full flavor, suggests chilled but I have enjoyed it unchilled also. — 10 years ago

Aldo Mussio

9.3

Il colore e la bolla ammaliano, staresti li a guardalo per sempre, brillante, rame splendente, le note di frutto qui sono più importanti e si sentono di più anche i lieviti, la pasticceria, una torta ai frutti di bosco leggermente tiepida. L'equilibrio e l'eleganza la fanno anche qui da padrona è nonostante non ami i rosati questo riesce a fare la sua bella figura — 10 years ago

Keith Levenberg

9.0

There must be more interesting wines that nobody talks about coming out of Campania than anywhere else in Italy. Heard some great things about this one, though I must admit the first glass made me nervous--the initial whiff seemed bretty though it got quickly overtaken by the scents of fresh ripe berry fruit, but even then it didn't seem to have that extra dimension of rocky non-fruit personality that I love so much in the palagrello from Vestini, which might be my only other reference for this grape but great just the same. It takes awhile but some of that eventually comes out (i.e., make sure you decant the hell out of this thing). The red berry fruit turns black and crunchy and that Pessac-like scorched earth and smoky charcoal personality surfaces through fruit that's still fairly rich and ripe. — 11 years ago

jerod peitsmeyer

9.7

I haven't lost that loving feeling — 11 years ago

Andreea Petre

9.6

First time trying a Grenache mouvedre and realized I don't know what I was waiting for! Absolutely amazing and surprisingly dry for having a Grenache grape mixture. — 12 years ago

Joe Gillies

9.2

Very good. Blueberry, currants, a touch of cocoa and licorice. Got a great deal on this around $20 per bottle. Wish I grabbed more. — 8 years ago

Roman Ochocki

9.3

This wine is full of aromas of spices and tobacco. Tannins are pleasant, balanced and well composed on tongue. The effect is quite spectacular. I regret I opened this bottle. It's from 2012, so there still was a time for this wine. — 8 years ago

Jenn Thompson

9.1

Justin and I enjoyed this on the beach at Nuovo Eden in Monterosso. Easy to drink. Refreshing. — 8 years ago

Cam

9.0

Excellent wine, underpriced for the quality! I visited the vineyards in Tuscany and fell in love for the passion and dedication of the family producing it! — 9 years ago

Brian Ihnacak

9.0

First ever Grignolino, confused me. Thought it was a little brother of a Barolo, possibly Nebbiolo. I was wrong ... — 9 years ago

Wineaux Wolf

9.8

This 2011 boasts a spectacular bouquet immediately uncorked. Ripe rich red fruit with hints of complex spices. The mouth feel is delightfully smooth despite being full bodied and dry. Good indication of a masterfully crafted blend. I'm biased however as I adore blends with Cabernet Franc. Well worth the price tag in my humble opinion. Great by itself or paired with roasts & game meats or cheeses. — 10 years ago

Mitja Sirk

Production La Subida, Aceto Sirk

9.3

After 10 years from the harvest I can say that finally I will remember the taste of this Franciacorta!! — 10 years ago

John Zuzek

9.1

2007 vintage - floral aromas with dark cherries. Very good friendly. Smooth tannins with a lengthy finish. Nice! — 10 years ago

Eduardo Bolaños

Sommelier Terroni Downtown LA

9.6

Extremely more developed than I imagined. Beautiful notes of white truffle and chocolate that are reminiscent of old champagne. I need more of this. — 11 years ago

Jeff Valente

9.6

I crossing dinner. The lambs club. Bosco. — 12 years ago

Brian Kostreba

9.0

Gets better as I drink it. Dark around the edges, I was worried that decanting would over oxidize it. But it did get better. Still testing. Very smooth for 2 years in oak. — 8 years ago

Benjamin Tint

9.3

Not bad at all! A little too sweet for my tastes. I really enjoyed the simplicity and acidity. — 8 years ago

Doctor No

9.0

Very nice. A bit aggressively carbonated but lovely citrus and a bit of pear. Light lees/toast. Was $90 times n a restaurant list, so hardly a bargain. But I might look for it retail at 1/3 the price... — 8 years ago

Moin Rastegar,C.S.W

9.3

This is the best Franciacorta I have ever had by far!! — 9 years ago

Tom Kobylarz

9.0

I have never been but it's on the list #cinqueterre

Salty citrus with a hint of bitter almond, and some white florals. Dry as a bone with a medium to light body, great acids.

Great add the the palate to try...distinctly coastal Vermentino. — 9 years ago

Vincent Seufert

9.3

This 2006 dosage zero noir is one of the best bottle of bubbles I ever had. Ca del bosco does it agin. Beautiful elegant red fruit but totally dry, a freshness that is so Lively! — 10 years ago

Luca W

9.5

Tastes like Italy — 10 years ago

Nena Madonia

9.2

I liked a lot. Especially after it opened up — 10 years ago

Jeremy Shanker

Sommelier at RN74

9.4

First time trying this producer. I can't wait to get more. 100 year old vines of Riesling, moscatella, timorassa, verdea, and bosco. Unctuous with notes of beeswax, dried pear, unripe apricot, and wilted white flowers. Nearly a masterpiece for less than 40 bucks :) — 11 years ago

with Elena

Giampiero Nadali

Wine Blogger Aristide

8.9

#Vinitaly2014 Fortana grapes are grown on sands, with 5 centuries of presence of this grape (from Camargue, France) on the shores of Adriatic Sea (North-Eastern Italy). Fresh and crisp rosé wine, I really enjoy it. — 12 years ago

John Blewis

10

Red wine with Excellent crisp taste. I love the bubbles. Absolutely close to what Diana brought home from Italy. — 13 years ago