WINEMAKER TASTING NOTES : The colour is dark; a deep red garnet. The nose is enhanced by fresh fruit, blackcurrant cream... moreWINEMAKER TASTING NOTES : The colour is dark; a deep red garnet. The nose is enhanced by fresh fruit, blackcurrant cream and blueberries with an elegant oaky note. The palate is soft and velvety with delicate, precise tannins. Carried bythe great maturity that emanates from the quality of the fruit, the finish is delectable, elegant and distinguished. Overall it is opulent yet light. Jean-René Matignon - Technical Director - August 2017 . BLEND 60% Cabernet-sauvignon, 40% Merlot
Winemaker Notes
Ruby red in color, this wine offers intoxicating aromas of dried black cherries, cassis, truffles, and... moreWinemaker Notes
Ruby red in color, this wine offers intoxicating aromas of dried black cherries, cassis, truffles, and chocolate fudge. On the palate, it is silky, luscious, and complex, with a lingering finish.
Pair with osso bucco, Bordelaise sauces, wild boar ravioli, or grilled cowboy ribeyes.
Winemaker Notes
Ruby-red in color with garnet highlights. Aromas of dried cherries and rose petals are complemented by... moreWinemaker Notes
Ruby-red in color with garnet highlights. Aromas of dried cherries and rose petals are complemented by undertones of violets, licorice, vanilla, and spices. On the palate, this wine is medium-bodied and rich with flavors of tart cherries, rose petals, and hints of truffles with a long, impressive finish.
Pair this wine with roasted lamb shank, Bordelaise sauces, and pork torchons.
Winemaker Notes
The color is garnet red with ruby hues. The aroma is intense, persistent with clean aromas of fruits, dog... moreWinemaker Notes
The color is garnet red with ruby hues. The aroma is intense, persistent with clean aromas of fruits, dog roses and spices. Full, but at the same time, harmonious and balanced, with soft tannins, elegant and austere flavor with a good body and lingering hints of the olfactory sensations.
This kind of wine is perfect to pair with pasta based dished, especially dressed with meat sauce, also good with ravioli pasta, red meats, roasts, stews, and cheeses of medium seasoning.
WINE MAKER TASTING NOTE : “Le Serre Nuove dell’ Ornellaia 2016 benefits again from an exceptional vintage that... moreWINE MAKER TASTING NOTE : “Le Serre Nuove dell’ Ornellaia 2016 benefits again from an exceptional vintage that highlights all the features of Bolgheri’s exceptional climate. Dark in colour, the wine shows a charming nose of perfectly ripe red fruit and spices. The palate is rich and well-rounded with beautiful velvety-textured tannins that coat the palate. A wine that combines immediate pleasure and great ageing capacity” Axel Heinz – May 2018 V
Wine Advocate Notes
93 Points, Monica Larner, Robert Parker's Wine Advocate: "The 2014 Brunello di Montalcino is made... moreWine Advocate Notes
93 Points, Monica Larner, Robert Parker's Wine Advocate: "The 2014 Brunello di Montalcino is made according to classic winemaking tradition. The fruit is fermented in stainless steel and later aged in barrel (made with both Slavonian and Allier oak) for 30 months. The bouquet is bright and layered with all kinds of smaller berry fruit followed by plum, spice and toasted nut. In no small feat, this wine avoids feeling too light or thin. It is a mid-weight effort with good power and structure to push it forward over the palate. Production is capped at 20,000 bottles. This is a very successful interpretation of a difficult vintage." 02/19 less
WINE MAKER NOTES : "An Amarone with nice depth. The mouth is full, ample and presents lots of substance. Its aromatic... moreWINE MAKER NOTES : "An Amarone with nice depth. The mouth is full, ample and presents lots of substance. Its aromatic profile recalls brown sugar, cocoa, dried prunes and figs; it will seduce fans of this great Veneto wine." .
Winemaker Notes
The wine is distinguished by a good structure and is extremely supple making it very pleasant and drinkable.... moreWinemaker Notes
The wine is distinguished by a good structure and is extremely supple making it very pleasant and drinkable. A juicy medium-plus-bodied, fun Cabernet Sauvignon and Sangiovese red wine blend with dark cherry, strawberry, blackberry and fine herb flavours on the palate. Fresh and zesty with easy tannins. Blend: 70% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Sangiovese
WINE MAKER TASTING NOTES : “Son of a particularly hot, dry year, Le Volte dell’ Ornellaia 2017 is characterised by its... moreWINE MAKER TASTING NOTES : “Son of a particularly hot, dry year, Le Volte dell’ Ornellaia 2017 is characterised by its usual deep ruby red colour. A pleasant bouquet of ripe red fruits and spices is sustained on the palate by crisp acidity and an open, enveloping tannic structure.”
WINEMAKER NOTES :Its intense color stems from a deep violet. The nose begins very discretely. Then evolve, one by one, a... moreWINEMAKER NOTES :Its intense color stems from a deep violet. The nose begins very discretely. Then evolve, one by one, a plethora of different aromas. At the head of the troop comes raspberry followed by other flavors such as blackberry, Havana cigar, then roasted coffee and, to finish off, a very pleasant aroma of woodiness. The mouth begins with a sensation of softness, and then the wine expands to fill the entire space. From this moment on, the ripe tannins take over giving one a measure of the concentration of this wine. It is of an amazing freshness with a very good balance between alcohol and acidity. With the vintage 2007, La Mission Haut-Brion has produced a top wine of excellent quality less
WINE MAKER TASTING NOTES : Piana is the par excellence of Barbera d’Alba. The winemaking in steel vats strengthens the... moreWINE MAKER TASTING NOTES : Piana is the par excellence of Barbera d’Alba. The winemaking in steel vats strengthens the characteristics of the variety, enhancing the sense of freshness and olfactory fragrances. In the glass, the wine shows beautiful ruby colors with violet hues, and sensations of fruit, punchy and juicy.
WINE MAKER TASTING NOTES : Ruby red and intense colour with violet shimmers. Intense, fresh and fruity scent with the... moreWINE MAKER TASTING NOTES : Ruby red and intense colour with violet shimmers. Intense, fresh and fruity scent with the varietals notes of cherry, plums and black cherry. Soft and mineral taste with a good structure and well-balanced tannins."
TASTING NOTES : A dark ruby-red color, with the fragrance of pepper, fruit marmalade (cherries, prunes) and spices, licorice... moreTASTING NOTES : A dark ruby-red color, with the fragrance of pepper, fruit marmalade (cherries, prunes) and spices, licorice and gingers. Excellent with roasted meats and cheesses. The grapes used to make this wien are harvested from the hills of San Pietro in Cariano and Sant'Ambrogio di Valpolicella. Pressing and destemming takes place immediately after harvesting. Fermentation with a good maceration and at least two pump-overs per days follows the first racking. The re-fermentation on the marc of Amarone in January ("ripasso") gives the wine deeper color, structure and alcohol. The wine ages in Slavonian oak barrels followed by time in the bottle before release. JS 91. AB less
92 points Decanter
Outer quote mark This is a wonderful second wine, and a real success in a vintage where second wines are... more92 points Decanter
Outer quote mark This is a wonderful second wine, and a real success in a vintage where second wines are often punching below their weight. It's rich, plump, floral-edged and above all extremely drinkable. It has a juicy frame and it delivers. A 2% pinch of Petit Verdot adds spice (and is added only after the press wine, the absolute final step to add depth, if needed). They used no secondary fruit at all. This should be good to go in five to six years. Tasted several times. (JA) Inner quote mark (4/2018) less
TASTING NOTE : : A wonderfully exotic and expressive nose of cassis, apricot and classic Pauillac notes of pencil lead and... moreTASTING NOTE : : A wonderfully exotic and expressive nose of cassis, apricot and classic Pauillac notes of pencil lead and cedar. A gorgeous satin-like texture envelopes layers of fruit. Cassis, blackberry and chocolate notes are underpinned by super-fine tannins and refreshing acidity. There is a real swagger about this wine, showing balance, purity and grace, but with a definite wow factor. WINE CRITICS : 91 points James Suckling
Outer quote mark Very polished tannins that caress the palate. Full body. It's fruity, pretty and refined. The mineral and berry character comes through in a subtle way. Second wine of Pichon Lalande. Inner quote mark (3/2013 less