Dark blackish purple. Inviting nose and rich, full-bodied palate of ripe currant, ripe plum, soft licorice, and a hint of vanilla. Acidity is a bit low (medium minus) for my perception of Italian, but that's probably the point of Bolgheri. The New World in the midst of the Old, this is an excellent initial foray into Bolgheri for the New World aficionado. Be sure to explore further though, as the region has more to offer than California duplicates. Drink now through 2026.
Dark blackish purple. Inviting nose and rich, full-bodied palate of ripe currant, ripe plum, soft licorice, and a hint of vanilla. Acidity is a bit low (medium minus) for my perception of Italian, but that's probably the point of Bolgheri. The New World in the midst of the Old, this is an excellent initial foray into Bolgheri for the New World aficionado. Be sure to explore further though, as the region has more to offer than California duplicates. Drink now through 2026.
1 person found it helpfulSep 22nd, 2023
Deep purple color.
Aromas of cassis, blueberry compote, vanilla.
Dry. Flavors of blueberry compote, licorice, black pepper, leather.
Intensity: 4/5
Complexity: 4/5
Balance: 4/5
Finish: 4/5
Deep purple color.
Aromas of cassis, blueberry compote, vanilla.
Dry. Flavors of blueberry compote, licorice, black pepper, leather.
Intensity: 4/5
Complexity: 4/5
Balance: 4/5
Finish: 4/5
Oct 3rd, 2023
This is not surprisingly in need of a nice 6-8 decant here as the tannic structure isn’t ready for prime time, but a great choice for any night.
This is not surprisingly in need of a nice 6-8 decant here as the tannic structure isn’t ready for prime time, but a great choice for any night.
Apr 30th, 2023
I have always liked their first wine and the second isn’t bad either. Smelled amazing right out of the bottle. Such a young wine and hey I had it with a BLT!
I have always liked their first wine and the second isn’t bad either. Smelled amazing right out of the bottle. Such a young wine and hey I had it with a BLT!
Mar 29th, 2023
Bolgheri, Livorno, Tuscany, Italy
