Acclaim
Search the reviews of Empson & Co.'s wines.
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| Marcarini | Dolcetto d’Alba Fontanazza DOC | 2014 | Decanter | 01/10/2015 | 90 | ||||||
Verbiage“Succulent and juicy nose of plum and liqueur cherries. Pretty floral red berry notes that last, thanks to harmonious acidity. Aromas of saffron to finish.” -Decanter, Oct. 1, 2015 |
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| Cantina Santadi | Grotta Rossa Carignano del Sulcis DOC | 2012 | Wine Enthusiast | 01/10/2015 | 89 | ||||||
Verbiage“Vibrant and spicy, this savory red delivers aromas and flavors of ripe blackberry, black cherry, ground pepper and chopped Mediterranean herb. Firm, fine-grained tannins support the juicy flavors. An anise note backs up the finish.” —Kerin O’Keefe, Wine Enthusiast Nov. 1, 2015 |
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| Cantina Santadi | Rocca Rubia Carignano del Sulcis Riserva DOC | 2012 | Wine Enthusiast | 01/10/2015 | 91 | ||||||
Verbiage“Smooth and delicious, this delivers layers of crushed black cherry, ripe raspberry, licorice, ground pepper and chopped Mediterranean herb. Round, ripe tannins lend it a velvety texture.” —Kerin O’Keefe, Wine Enthusiast Nov. 1, 2015 |
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| Cascina Bongiovanni | Barolo “Pernanno” DOCG | 2011 | Wine Spectator | 30/09/2015 | 91 | ||||||
Verbiage“This is lush, evoking plum, cherry, spice and earth flavors. The tannins are well-coated by flesh, lingering with earth and spice accents on the finish. Best from 2018 through 2030. 500 cases made.” -B.S., Wine Spectator, Sep 30, 2015 |
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| Cascina Bongiovanni | Barolo DOCG | 2011 | Wine Spectator | 30/09/2015 | 91 | ||||||
Verbiage“This is a fragrant red, exuding rose, cherry and strawberry aromas, with leather and tobacco notes accenting the fruit flavors. This is elegant, with pleasant tannins and a long, refreshing finish. Best from 2018 through 2030. 750 cases made.” -B.S., WIne Spectator, Sep 30, 2015 |
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| Poderi Einaudi | Barolo “Terlo Vigna Costa Grimaldi” DOCG | 2011 | Wine Spectator | 30/09/2015 | 92 | ||||||
Verbiage“Round and smooth, with cherry, raspberry and black pepper notes, framed by vibrant acidity and energetic tannins. Stays focused and long on the spice- and tobacco-laced aftertaste. Best from 2018 through 2033. 725 cases made.” -B.S., Wine Spectator, Sep 30, 2015 |
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| Marcarini | Barolo Brunate DOCG | 2011 | Wine Spectator | 30/09/2015 | 90 | ||||||
Verbiage“Graphite, dried cherry, tar, licorice, spice and menthol flavors combine here. In the end, the beefy tannins will require some time to integrate. A traditional style. Best from 2019 through 2033. 2,000 cases made.” -B.S. Wine Spectator Sept 30, 2015 |
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| Arillo in Terrabianca | Chianti Classico Riserva “Poggio Croce” DOCG | 2010 | Wine Spectator | 30/09/2015 | 91 | ||||||
Verbiage“Sweet cherry, plum and leather flavors are offset by muscular tannins in this burly red. Underbrush, tobacco and mineral notes complete the picture. Complex and long. Drink now through 2020. 3,750 cases made.” -B.S., Wine Spectator, Sep 30, 2015 |
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| Cantina Santadi | Rocca Rubia Carignano del Sulcis Riserva DOC | 2011 | Wine Spectator | 29/09/2015 | 88 | ||||||
Verbiage“Black currant, olive and licorice string flavors marks this balanced, medium-bodied red. Supple tannins frame the spice- and smoke-laced finish. Drink now through 2018. 25,000 cases made.” – AN, Wine Spectator, Sept. 30, 2018 |
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| Ferghettina | Franciacorta Rosé Brut DOCG | 2011 | Wine Advocate | 01/09/2015 | 90 | ||||||
Verbiage“The 2011 Franciacorta Rosé Brut (100% Pinot Nero) is on the informal side of the Franciacorta sparkling wine spectrum, but it also delivers loads of delicious fruit freshness. This attractive rosé sparkler offers a food-friendly personality that would pair with seafood, grilled tuna or sushi. The wine is fresh, forthcoming and versatile. Crisp acidity and silky perlage appears on the close. This wine sees 36 months of sur lies aging.” -Monica Larner, Wine Advocate, Sept. 2015 |
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