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Producer Wine Vintage Publication Date Score Detail
Le Casematte Rosematte Nerello Mascalese IGP 2015 James Suckling 21/11/2016 90
Verbiage

“Aromas of peaches, dried watermelon and pears. Full-bodied, fruity and lively. Layered texture. Drink now.” – James Suckling, Nov. 2016

Le Casematte Faro DOC 2014 James Suckling 21/11/2016 92
Verbiage

“An opulent and fresh wine with decadent fruit that shows dried berry and rosemary character. Unique dried citrus and ripe fruit flavors and sense. Full body, exotic and energetic. Crazy wine. Drink now.” – James Suckling, Nov. 2016

Matané Negroamaro Puglia IGT 2012 James Suckling 21/11/2016 90
Verbiage

“This offers a bouquet driven by dark fruits liked crushed blackberries, prosciutto and garrigue. The palate is a fruit festival with density; overall extravagant and slightly sweet. Drink now.” – James Suckling, Nov. 2016

Matané Primitivo di Manduria DOC 2012 James Suckling 21/11/2016 89
Verbiage

“Ripe blackberries with licorice dominate the nose of this primitivo. The palate presents itself as rich with layers of dark fruit and a deep flavorful finish. Lots of vanilla. A little too much. Drink now.” – James Suckling, Nov. 2016

Pietradolce Archineri Etna Rosso DOC 2014 James Suckling 21/11/2016 93
Verbiage

“Complex aromas of ripe strawberries and dried lemons plus hints of black tea. Medium body, fine and silky tannins and bright acidity. Long and flavorful. A beauty. Drink or hold.” – James Suckling, Nov. 2016

Pietradolce Etna Rosso Contrada Rampante DOC 2014 James Suckling 21/11/2016 93
Verbiage

“A bright and fruity red with sliced-plum, strawberry and lemon aromas and flavors. Medium body, a solid core of fruit and a lively and intense finish. An energy to this wine. Drink now.” – James Suckling, Nov. 2016

Pietradolce Etna Rosso Barbagalli DOC 2013 James Suckling 21/11/2016 95
Verbiage

“Love the rich aromas of dried fruits (like dried strawberries). Hints of cedar and sandalwood as well. Full-bodied, layered and tannic with fantastic depth and intensity. Needs two or three years to soften. Beautiful wine. From vines planted on Etna hillsides 80 to 100 years ago! Try in 2020.” – James Suckling, Nov. 2016

2012 James Suckling 21/11/2016 92
Verbiage

“A vivid and fresh Amarone with blueberry, chocolate and nutmeg. Hints of black pepper too. Medium body, fine tannins and a crisp finish. Drink now.” – James Suckling, Nov. 2016

2014 James Suckling 21/11/2016 92
Verbiage

“Aromas of nutmeg, cinnamon and crushed strawberries. Full body, round and chewy tannins, yet this stays soft and velvety. Delicious finish. Drink now.” – James Suckling, Nov. 2016

Supremus Supremus Toscana IGT 2011 James Suckling 21/11/2016 93
Verbiage

“Lots of cherry, blueberry, and chocolate character in this. Medium to full body, silky tannins, and a fresh finish. A beauty. Drink now.” – James Suckling, Nov. 2016

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