Acclaim
Search the reviews of Empson & Co.'s wines.
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| 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 |
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| 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 |
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| 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 |
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| 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 |
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| 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 |
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| 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 |
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| 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 |
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| 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 |
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| 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 |
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| 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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