Acclaim
Search the reviews of Empson & Co.'s wines.
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| 2012 | Wine Spectator | 31/12/2014 | 88 | ||||||||
Verbiage“Brimming with spice, floral and herb notes, as well as bright pomegranate and wild strawberry fruit, this traditional version offers enough flesh for the sinewy tannins and a rich, earthy character to find balance. Drink now through 2020. 1,667 cases made” —A.N., Wine Spectator December 31, 2014 |
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| 2012 | Wine Spectator | 31/12/2014 | 90 | ||||||||
Verbiage“Elegant, showing dried thyme and earth notes to mulled cherry and mulberry fruit, with smoke and ground anise flavors. Drink now through 2020. 4,150 cases made.” —A.N., Wine Spectator December 31, 2014 |
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| 2011 | James Suckling | 29/12/2014 | 92 | ||||||||
Verbiage“Fascinating aromas of barbecue, stones, peppermint and citrus herald a wine that is very well structured and tightly knit. It’s full-bodied with layers of dense fruit, refined tannins and a fresh finish. Drink in 2017.” -James Suckling, Dec. 2014 |
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| 2010 | Wine & Spirits | 28/12/2014 | 93 | ||||||||
Verbiage“From a south-facing hillside where the vines are 43 years old, this wine is saturated with ripe fruit and equally ripe with smoldering tannins. The rich black fruit rides along in parallel with the tannins, feeling polished in its intensity (a small portion of the blend was aged in barriques). Built to last.” -Wine & Spirits, Dec. 2014 |
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| Castello di Querceto | Cignale Colli della Toscana Centrale IGT | 2010 | James Suckling | 20/12/2014 | 93 | ||||||
Verbiage“Aromas of dark fruits with hints of spices and nuts, plus some fresh herbs. Full body, firm, chewy tannins and a juicy finish. Lots of shaved-chocolate, walnut and fruit character in the aftertaste. Cabernet sauvignon and merlot. Better in 2016.” -James Suckling, Dec. 2014 |
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| Cascina Bongiovanni | Barolo “Pernanno” DOCG | 2010 | Wine Spectator | 15/12/2014 | 92 | ||||||
Verbiage“Very Burgundian in style, revealing cherry, black currant, tobacco and spice flavors on a silky texture. The tannins are refined and civilized, while spice and mineral notes gather on the finish. Best from 2018 through 2033. 375 cases made.” – B.S., Wine Spectator, Nov. 2014 |
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| Private: Conterno Fantino | Private: Barolo Ginestra “Vigna Sori Ginestra” DOCG | 2010 | Wine Spectator | 15/12/2014 | 94 | ||||||
Verbiage“Deftly oaked, this red shows hints of vanilla and toast complementing its cherry, menthol, black pepper, leather and light tar flavors. Firm and graceful, more savory than fruity, with solid grip on the spice-tinged finish. Best from 2017 through 2032. 1,333 cases made.” – B.S, Wine Spectator, Dec. 2014 |
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| Private: Conterno Fantino | Private: Barolo Ginestra “Vigna del Gris” DOCG | 2010 | Wine Spectator | 15/12/2014 | 93 | ||||||
Verbiage“There’s a hard outer shell to this monolithic red, with an inner core of sweet cherry, raspberry, cinnamon, mint, flowers and mineral. Layered and persistent, with fine intensity marking the long aftertaste. Shows excellent balance and potential. Best from 2018 through 2036. 875 cases made.” – B.S Wine Spectator, Dec. 2014 |
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| Private: Conterno Fantino | Private: Barolo Mosconi “Vigna Ped” DOCG | 2010 | Wine Spectator | 15/12/2014 | 93 | ||||||
Verbiage“White pepper aromas lead off, along with flavors of cherry and black currant. Expressive and fruity up front, this presents tight-grained, assertive tannins on the back end. Needs some time to harmonize. Best from 2018 through 2035. 393 cases made.” – B.S., Wine Spectator, Dec. 2014 |
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| Private: Conterno Fantino | Private: Langhe Nebbiolo “Ginestrino” DOC | 2012 | Wine Spectator | 15/12/2014 | 88 | ||||||
Verbiage“Raspberry, cherry, tea and tar notes combine in this lean, wiry red. Finishes with beefy tannins and moderate length. Drink now through 2019. 1,666 cases made.” – B.S., Wine Spectator, Dec. 2014 |
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