Acclaim

“The best Franciacortas are brilliant, elegant and complex sparkling wines and Ferghettina is among the best producers in the appellation. Ferghettina’s 2010 Riserva 33 Pas Dosé is made from 100% Chardonnay grown in higher altitude sites and finished without any sweetener after disgorging (hence the Italian phrase, “Pas Dosé”). The bouquet is pure, clean and vibrant, with lemon, peach and green apple fruits interwoven with lovely floral, creamy and crusty bread nuances. The flavors reflect the promise of the nose, with layers of fresh apple, lemon, lime and peach fruits underscored by a rich and creamy texture. The finish is long and intriguing. This is a lovely sparkling that compares with any wine in its price range for quality, finesse and elegance.” -Wayne Belding, Wine Review Online

“Savory and vibrant, this bright polished sparkler delivers aromas and flavors of red cherry, crushed raspberry, Rennet apple, tangy nectarine and bread crust. Refreshing acidity and a lively, refined perlage lift the finish.” -Kerin O’Keefe, Wine Enthusiast, Apr. 2018

“Luminous red. High-pitched aromas of sour red cherry, raspberry, rose, stainless steel, white pepper and minerals. Dense and silky in texture but displays great juiciness, clarity and floral lift; the lively but harmonious acidity really lifts and frames the bright red and mineral flavors. Totally saturates the palate and yet comes off as virtually weightless. This hauntingly beautiful wine showcases everything Brunello can be when made from an ultra-competent producer farming Sangiovese vines that grow in what is a real grand cru section of the much too large Brunello di Montalcino denomination.” -Ian D’Agata, Vinous, Apr. 2018

“Bright saturated red. Deep, pure aromas of raspberry, licorice and minerals; a whiff of white pepper and aromatic herbs emerges with air. Sweet, dense, chewy and powerful, offering superb depth and nuance to the rich red cherry, licorice and potpourri flavors. Tactile, serious and extremely long on the fine-grained, lifted finish. Yet another great wine from Fuligni, and a knockout Brunello Riserva.” -Ian D’Agata, Vinous, Apr. 2018

“A well-balanced, medium-bodied red, with refined tannins married to flavors of crushed black cherry, Earl Grey tea, smoky mineral and dried fig. Lightly juicy on the lingering, spiced finish. Drink now through 2023. 5,000 cases made.” –AN, Wine Spectator, Apr. 2018

“Sweet dried cherry fruit is accented by licorice snap and dried thyme in this creamy and balanced, medium-bodied red, while a streak of smoky mineral gains momentum on the chewy finish. Drink now through 2028.”  -A.N., Wine Spectator, Mar. 31, 2018

“Fragrant with anise and ripe raspberry, floral and smoke notes, this medium-bodied red is well-balanced and bright, with a lightly chewy, lingering finish. Carignano with Syrah. Drink now through 2023.”  -A.N., Wine Spectator, Mar. 31, 2018

“A soft and silky red with plum and chocolate character. Hints of walnuts. Medium to full body, polished tannins and a clean finish. Best wine from here in a long time. Drink now.” – James Suckling, Apr. 1, 2018

“2013 was much cooler than preceding vintages, and Andrea waited until the beginning of October to harvest. He says it was a good year with plenty of structure, but felt it didn’t have the longevity to merit making a Riserva. Indeed, rather than a voluble powerhouse this is an understated beauty. Tight and linear with lifted florals and a hint of orange, it has mouthwatering acidity and superb freshness, and will appeal to those who prize finesse.” -Decanter, Mar. 2018

“Andrea Costanti decided not to bottle a Brunello in the cool, rainy 2014 vintage, declassifying the fruit into Vermiglio, a label he used in the 1990s and brought back for this wine. The fruit has a wonderful sappy quality that carries all across the palate, remaining balanced as it picks up hints of warm spice and sun-ripened cherry tomato. Charming and accessible now, it has the substance and freshness to improve over the next several years.” – Wine & Spirits, Mar. 1, 2018