Acclaim

“The 2013 Carignano del Sulcis Superiore Terre Brune (95% Carignano and 5% Bovaleddu) is a distinctive and beautifully intense red wine. The aromas are bright and vertical in this balanced vintage, to the point of being penetrating and pungent (in a positive way). It offers compelling aromas of candied cherry, kirsch and dark plum. Spice, tar and leather are introduced with seamless integration. It sees 18 months of oak. The wine is firm and lasting in terms of mouthfeel, but its texture is never too thick or heavy. This is one one of the highest expressions of Sardinian vinous elegance. It should easily age over the next decade. Some 90,000 bottles were produced.” – Monica Larner, Wine Advocate, Dec. 2017

“A juicy, medium-bodied red, with a hint of tarry mineral underscoring the creamy flavors of dried strawberry and fig fruit, herb and orange peel. Shows fine balance and a lightly spiced finish. Drink now through 2020.” — A.N., Wine Spectator Dec. 15, 2017

“Light-bodied and zippy, this minerally white offers well-meshed flavors of kiwifruit, slivered almond and spring blossom. Lithe and citrusy on the racy finish. Drink now through 2022.” -A.N., Wine Spectator Dec. 15, 2017

“Tarry on the nose at first, but then opening into a lovely range of dried mint, tea rose, sun-dried cherry and red licorice notes, with a frame of light, sculpted tannins. Bright and lithe, showing spice and graphite hints on the finish. Drink now through 2022.” -A.N., Wine Spectator Dec. 15, 2017

“Made with organic grapes, this opens with aromas of black-skinned berry, porcini mushroom and a hint of nutmeg. The juicy, mouthwatering palate delivers fleshy black cherry, licorice and white pepper alongside velvety tannins. Enjoy through 2020.” – Kerin O’Keefe, Wine Enthusiast, Dec. 2017

“This wine’s autumnal notes of dried leaves and fresh mushroom accent its spicy, tobacco-scented side while firm tannins stand in the way of the fruit. Yet the wine feels poised and elegant, wanting only time in the cellar to let the fruit emerge.” – Wine & Spirits, Dec. 1, 2017

“Sorì Ginestra leads off an impressive set of 2013 releases from Conterno Fantino, balancing Monforte’s brawny tannins with fresh ripe cherry and plum fruit. Those flavors get a lift from notes of licorice, sage and anise, as well as a lively acidity that propels the flavors through a long, energetic finish. This should age well.” – Wine & Spirits, Dec. 1, 2017

“High-toned notes of mint and bay leaf accent this wine’s fresh red-berry flavors. It gains notes of tobacco and licorice as the dense, clay-like tannins begin to recede and those primary fruit flavors extend into a spicy and savory finish.” – Wine & Spirits, Dec. 1, 2017

“Dense, muscular tannins hem in this wine’s vibrant red-berry flavors while notes of warm baking spice and cacao nib lend a dark and brooding character. A powerful wine, it needs at least five years in the cellar to reveal its brighter, more lifted side.” – Wine & Spirits, Dec. 1, 2017

“Alluring aromas of beeswax, white spring flower and acacia float from the glass. On the vibrant palate, crisp acidity offsets yellow apple, Anjou pear and nectarine while the slightest hint of paraffin graces the dry finish.” – Kerin O’Keefe, Wine Enthusiast, Dec. 2017