Acclaim

“Loads of fresh primary fruit with blueberry skin, bananas and freshly baked blackberry crumble. Medium to full body, plenty of fresh blue fruit and a medium-chewy finish. Drink now.” – James Suckling, Sept. 11, 2018

“Subtle aromas of sliced strawberries, candied blueberries and elderberries. Dark plums, too. Full body, polished tannins and a pure, clean finish. Nicely done for a tough vintage. Drink now.” – James Suckling, Sept. 11, 2018

“This pinot nero shows the sort of intensity and ripeness you would expect from the varietal in Tuscany, but, unlike barely any others, this also shows some beautiful, fresh fruit. Blueberries, pink grapefruit, dried nutmeg and ash. Medium to full body, firm and fine tannins and a bright, medium-long finish. One of the best pinots in Tuscany. Drink now.” – James Suckling, Sept. 11, 2018

“This shows dried violets and dried cherries with hints of lemons. Medium to full body, firm tannins and a bright finish. I like the texture here. Drink now.” – James Suckling, Sept. 11, 2018

“Chamomile, blossoms, praline, chalk, parsley and intense nutmeg. Medium body, fresh acidity and a fruity finish. Drink now.” – James Suckling, Sept. 11, 2018

“Fresh violets, newly picked herbs, licorice and black peppers. Medium body, fresh acidity and a fruity finish. Drink now. A blend of sangiovese, merlot and cabernet sauvignon. Screw cap.” -James Suckling, Sept. 11, 2018

“There’s a very complex and fresh nose with elegant red cherries, spices and light herbal nuances. Smells very fresh. The palate has beautiful focus and depth with effortless rich dark and red cherries cast amid perfectly proportioned silk-smooth tannins. Long and so focused, the finish is superb. Try from 2022.” – James Suckling, Sept. 11, 2018

“This shows a distinctive and lifted candied tangerine edge, as well as blueberry peel and sour cherries. The palate’s very tight with edgy acidity, showing firm tannins and a bright finish. Not the richest of wines, but very endearing. Drink now.” – James Suckling, Sept. 11, 2018

“Moderately saturated ruby. Deep, rich, dense aromas and flavors of red cherry, dark plum and licorice. Very clean, precise and long, offering no easy sweetness to the serious, austere mouthfeel. Lovely Montepulciano wine that is richer and riper than the more refined and restrained Montepulciano d’Abruzzo Ursonia bottling of the same vintage by Feuduccio. Each will have its fans.” -Ian D’Agata, Vinous Sept. 2018

“Dark red. An initial whiff offers herbs and underbrush, then ripe red cherry aromas. Then more ripe red cherry, leather and herbs on an austere, structured palate that features serious tannins and some alcohol-derived warmth. The finish is long, savory and rich. Perhaps not the last word in refinement, but this big wine will be unbeatable with steaks.” -Ian D’Agata, Vinous Sept. 2018