Acclaim
Search the reviews of Empson & Co.'s wines.
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| Poderi Einaudi | Barolo Cannubi DOCG | 2010 | Wine Spectator | 15/12/2014 | 94 | ||||||
Verbiage“Polished and focused on the cherry, strawberry and raspberry flavors, with plenty of structure for support. Effortlessly fresh and balanced, showing sweet fruit and refined tannins on the long finish. Best from 2017 through 2035. 725 cases made” – B.S., Wine Spectator, Nov. 2014 |
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| Poderi Einaudi | Barolo “Terlo Vigna Costa Grimaldi” DOCG | 2010 | Wine Spectator | 15/12/2014 | 92 | ||||||
Verbiage“Shows power and muscle in a svelte profile. Rose, cherry, licorice, tobacco and black tea notes combine with vibrant acidity and dusty tannins. Well-balanced, presenting hints of leather and underbrush on the finish. Best from 2018 through 2035. 725 cases made.” – B.S., Wine Spectator, Dec. 2014 |
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| Marcarini | Barolo Brunate DOCG | 2010 | Wine Spectator | 15/12/2014 | 94 | ||||||
Verbiage“This elegant red offers enticing aromas of rose, strawberry and cherry, with a hints of tobacco and spice. Firm and wellbalanced, showing sweet fruit intertwined with tannins on the finish. Best from 2017 through 2033. 2,000 cases made.” – B.S., Wine Spectator, Nov. 2014 |
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| Cascina Bongiovanni | Barolo DOCG | 2010 | Wine Enthusiast | 01/12/2014 | 90 | ||||||
Verbiage“Menthol, crushed flower, red raspberry and savory herb aromas unfold in the glass. The palate conveys juicy red cherry, white pepper and cinnamon alongside supple tannins. It’s surprisingly accessible for such a young Barolo. Drink 2016–2022.” -Kerin O’Keefe, Wine Enthusiast, Dec. 2014 |
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| 2011 | James Suckling | 01/12/2014 | 92 | ||||||||
Verbiage“Lots of dried flowers and berries with hints of minerals. Oyster shell, too. Full to medium body, fine tannins and a fruity finish. Structured and racy. Better in 2017.” -James Suckling, Dec. 2014 |
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| 2011 | James Suckling | 01/12/2014 | 91 | ||||||||
Verbiage“Very aromatic with strawberry, cedar and rose-petal character. Medium body, fine tannins and a fresh, clean, mineral aftertaste. Lots of dried fruits at the finish. Needs a year or two to let the tannins soften: better in 2016.” -Jamse Suckling Dec. 2014 |
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| 2010 | Wine Enthusiast | 01/12/2014 | 92 | ||||||||
Verbiage“An enticing fragrance of rose, blue flower, incense and truffle wafts out of the glass. On the palate, accents of black pepper, espresso and licorice add depth to the bright cherry-berry fruit, while polished tannins give it a smooth, silky texture. It’s well balanced and fresh. Drink 2018–2030.” -Kerin O’Keefe, Wine Enthusiast, Dec. 2014 |
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| Private: Conterno Fantino | Private: Barolo Ginestra “Vigna del Gris” DOCG | 2010 | Wine Enthusiast | 01/12/2014 | 92 | ||||||
Verbiage“Sweet oak, vanilla, plum, violet and mocha aromas lead the nose on this structured wine. The oak influence carries over to the palate together with ripe black cherry, leather and baking spice. The tightly compacted tannins need time to unwind. Drink 2020–2035.” -Kerin O’Keefe, Wine Enthusiast, Dec. 2014 |
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| Poderi Einaudi | Barolo “Terlo Vigna Costa Grimaldi” DOCG | 2010 | Wine Enthusiast | 01/12/2014 | 94 | ||||||
Verbiage“Violet, perfumed berry, forest floor, grilled herb and anisette aromas jump out of the glass of this vibrant wine. The focused palate offers crushed wild cherry and black raspberry along with accents of white pepper, cinnamon, licorice and mint. It’s balanced with brisk acidity and firm but refined tannins. Drink 2020–2030.” -Kerin O’Keefe, Wine Enthusiast, Dec. 2014 |
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| Ferghettina | Franciacorta Brut Milledì DOCG | 2010 | Wine Enthusiast | 01/12/2014 | 90 | ||||||
Verbiage“Packaged in an elegant square-bottomed bottle, this opens with fragrances of peach blossom, stone fruit and citrus. Showing its 100% Chardonnay pedigree, the creamy palate delivers mature yellow apple, white peach and lemon zest alongside bright acidity. White almond and mineral note back up the finish.” -Kerin O’Keefe, Wine Enthusiast, Dec. 2014 |
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