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Producer Wine Vintage Publication Date Score Detail
Arillo in Terrabianca Campaccio Toscana IGT 2009 International Wine Cellar 01/10/2014 90
Verbiage

“Deep ruby. Dark cherry and plum aromas are complemented by herbal and oaky nuances. Cocoa and coffee notes add complexity to the ripe cassis flavor. Finishes dense and long, with suave tannins. A big, brooding, flavorful wine in which the sangiovese has a very positive softening and brightening effect on the cabernet sauvignon.” -Stephen Tanzer, Oct. 2014

Arillo in Terrabianca Campaccio Toscana IGT 2009 Wine Advocate 01/10/2014 91
Verbiage

“The 2009 Campaccio Selezione Speciale (Sangiovese and Cabernet Sauvignon in equal parts) exudes brawn and power with a heavy load of dark fruit and spice. Generous oak tones are put on obvious display. This is a wintery wine, with autumnal tones of wet leaf and tilled earth that will pair with rabbit ragù or other hearty Tuscan dishes. Terrabianca presents a bold, international style fitted to the svelte and feminine nature of Sangiovese. The wines presented here (representing the cooler, elegant 2010 vintage and the powerful 2009 vintage respectively) make for an excellent showing from this estate located at the lower elevations of the Radda in Chianti subzone.” -Wine Advocate, Oct. 2014

Arillo in Terrabianca Campaccio Toscana IGT 2010 International Wine Cellar 01/10/2014 88
Verbiage

“Deep ruby. Coffee and cocoa notes complement dark cherry on the nose. Big, dense and rather suave, with black fruit, cocoa and coffee flavors carrying nicely on the back.” -Stephen Tanzer, Oct. 2014

Arillo in Terrabianca Chianti Classico Riserva “Poggio Croce” DOCG 2010 International Wine Cellar 01/10/2014 90
Verbiage

“Bright red. Brooding aromas of red cherry, redcurrant and sweet spices are lifted by a violet topnote. Juicy and fresh, with black tea and aromatic herbs lifting the red cherry and redcurrant flavors. Finishes peppery and long, with a repeating floral quality. Boasts much greater concentration and depth than Terrabianca’s entry-level Chianti Classico and other entry-level reds.” -Stephen Tanzer, Oct. 2014

Arillo in Terrabianca Chianti Classico Riserva “Poggio Croce” DOCG 2010 Wine Advocate 01/10/2014 90
Verbiage

“The 2010 Chianti Classico Riserva Croce is a hearty and beefy expression from Tuscany with ripe fruit tones of blackberry and Maraschino cherry backed by spice, leather and tobacco. The wine exudes warmth and generosity. Earthy notes and bramble create pretty finishing touches. Terrabianca presents a bold, international style fitted to the svelte and feminine nature of Sangiovese. The wines presented here (representing the cooler, elegant 2010 vintage and the powerful 2009 vintage respectively) make for an excellent showing from this estate located at the lower elevations of the Radda in Chianti subzone.” -Wine Advocate, Oct. 2014

Ferghettina Franciacorta Rosé Brut DOCG 2010 Wine Enthusiast 01/10/2014 92
Verbiage

“With its fragrance of wild flowers and red berries, this wine is as attractive as its unique, squarebased bottle that allows for more contact beween the yeasts and wine during secondary fermentation. Made with Pinot Noir, the crisp, savory palate boasts crushed raspberries, mineral and baking spices alongside a silky mousse. Extremely elegant.” -Kerin O’Keefe, Wine Enthusiast, Oct. 2014

Toscolo Chianti Classico DOCG 2012 James Suckling 01/10/2014 91
Verbiage

“Beautiful, sweet, fresh aromas of roses, azaleas and strawberry jam on the nose. Black coffee beans with chocolate mousse. Gentle tannins with elegant structure and finesse, but chewy. Drink now.” -James Suckling, Oct. 2014

Toscolo Chianti Classico Riserva DOCG 2009 James Suckling 01/10/2014 93
Verbiage

“Mixture of tar, ripe raisins, charcoal and a hint of fresh plums on the nose. Harmony of leather, animal and black pepper develops good complexity. Drink now.” -James Suckling, Oct. 2014

Private: Boscarelli Vino Nobile di Montepulciano Il Nocio DOCG 2010 International Wine Cellar 01/10/2014 94
Verbiage

“Deep red. Intense aromas of red cherry, sour redcurrant, rose, violet and sweet spices. Dense, juicy and suave, with fresh, pure red cherry and sweet spice flavors. Finishes smooth, clean and very long, with lingering, vibrant red cherry, mineral and floral nuances. One of the best Nocio vintages in years, a real essence of sangiovese. Nocio is a single-vineyard Nobile that has long been the quality standard bearer in Montepulciano.” -Stephen Tanzer, Oct. 2014

Private: Boscarelli Vino Nobile di Montepulciano DOCG 2011 International Wine Cellar 01/10/2014 91
Verbiage

“Bright red. Captivating aromas of sour red cherry, raspberry, violet and vanilla. Suave and juicy in the mouth, with bright flavors of red berries and cherry lifted by minerals and sweet spices. Very much like the entry-level Prugnolo but with greater tactile presence and depth. The finish is long and pure. A remarkably easy-drinking Nobile with superb balance.” -Stephen Tanzer, Oct. 2014

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