Jay Kline

9.3

I’ve been so looking forward to experiencing one of my bottles of the 2018 Margherita Otto and decided tonight was the night since it was -17°F here in Omaha. While a relative new-comer as far as Barolo producers are concerned, Alan’s approach leans heavily towards the traditional. Until now, his Barolo remains a blend of Nebbiolo from different communes in an effort to make a more complete expression of the zone. The first few vintages incorporated fruit from Monteforte, Serralunga and Castiglione Falletto. This vintage was the first to incorporate some fruit from the Vignane MGA in Barolo.

Popped and poured; enjoyed over the course of three days. There was some evolution but it was consistent, with no noticeable dip in enjoyment. The 2018 pours a deep ruby with a translucent core and a slightly garnet rim; medium+ viscosity with no staining of the tears. On the nose, youthful with a pleasant mix of red and black fruits: bright Morello cherry, strawberries, raspberries, Marionberries, pomegranate, roses, dried herbs, tar, orange peel and dry gravelly earth. On the palate, bone dry with high tannin and medium+ acid. Confirming the notes from the nose. The finish is long with a touch of anise and red rope licorice thing. Just lovely and definitely a producer I'll be following. Drink now with some patience and over the next 20 years. Fewer than 4000, 750ml bottles were produced. — 2 years ago

Byron C Mayes

9.1

Dark glass-clinging garnet purple. Blueberry, black raspberry, and leather on the abundant nose and full-bodied, rustic palate. Fine medium plus tannins and high juicy acidity round out this classically Old World red from S Italy. Pizza Margherita is a natural, of course, but Osso Bucco, tomato heavy beef dishes, and Mediterranean fare (maybe even Cassoulet?) will shine as well. Drink now through 2026 or so. — 5 years ago

Sean Burke

9.3

With ribs, in Aruba, love it — 6 years ago

romo

9.2

Margherita pizza. — 8 years ago

with Michael

The Meg

9.5

Loved this. It wasn't sweet or tart. Nice to sip and enjoy for a celebratory glass... Or two. — 8 years ago

Andy Tam

9.3

Claudio opened his 90di reserva 2007 that's fabulously fruity with dark ruby and spice that makes me want to bite a slice of margherita pizza. Sweet jam and rocky flavor that lingers. — 8 years ago

Robert Murray

9.0

Excellent. — 3 years ago

Ted

8.9

Very light orange in color. Plenty of acidity. Had an edge to it. — 3 years ago

with Jeni

Martinez

8.9

100% Tinta Barroca, one of the most planted varieties in the Douro, where it is generally used for port blends. From a north-facing plot in Meda (Douro Superior) at 600m elevation. Fermented and aged in concrete vats. Beautiful, fragrant nose. Aromas of ripe fruit (strawberries, strawberry jam and black currant). Medium bodied, bright fruit on the palate. High acidity. — 4 years ago

Dan Wesolowski

9.3

Almost like it better than Santa Margherita. Shit goes down like water. Super smooth. — 6 years ago

Bernie Tenenbaum

8.9

Easy starter wine — 7 years ago

Marc Alciati

9.1

First dinner in Santa Margherita with Cas. — 8 years ago

Mark Flesher

9.3

MUY Simpatico. 13 blend of mostly CS and CF. Delicious. This was our Brasswood BYOB and paired ridiculously well with their Margherita Pizza. Well....it paired well with the entire night, so I guess the wine is properly named?? Floral nose, red cherry entry, black cherry finish. Peppery, a little tannic, a little herbal. LOVE this William Harrison blend. — 8 years ago

Adam Gäfvert

8.9

Clean and lean. Not the most exciting Italian white but this was a solid example. — 3 years ago

Brent Clayton

8.9

Threw a few of these in the cellar just to see what would happen. Finally coming into its own in Hour 2. Dark blue black fruits, nice acidity, balanced. Really nice. Great for Sunday pasta and red sauce. — 4 years ago

Tom Frymire

9.0

A Margherita, a tagliate, a ceasar, gnocchi for 2 and Nancy Pelosi. Vibing. — 4 years ago

with Susan

Guillermo Gonzalez

9.2

Bellísimo! Eucalyptus gave way to lavender and cocoa. Tightly wound cherry with long tannic finish. Had with frito misto, gnocchi pomodoro, margherita pizza and herb rack of lamb at Casa di Don Alfonso. First indoor meal in >1 year. Was like riding a bike. — 5 years ago

Jennifer Lamb

9.5

Fruitier than most dry Proseccos with hints of bergamot & other florals. — 7 years ago

with Alan

Alex Bendersky

9.0

Good stuff — 8 years ago

Victor Demydov

9.2

Great barolo! Bought at BK — 8 years ago