Acclaim

“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

“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

“The 2011 Barbaresco Chiaramanti is a drop-dead gorgeous beauty. Rose petal, mint sweet red berries and spices open up in a resonant Barbaresco loaded with texture and volume. The 2011 Chiaramanti is one of the most expressive wines I have ever tasted at Ca’ Romè. The ample, broad style is hugely appealing. Silky, ripe tannins frame the voluptuous finish.” – Antonio Galloni, Vinous, Oct. 2014

“Crushed flowers, tobacco, sweet red cherries, kirsch, mint and spices are laced together in the 2011 Barbaresco Maria di Brun, the estate’s selection from Rio Sordo. Ca’ Rome’ gives the Maria di Brun a total of four years in oak, which tend to take with it some of the wine’s freshness. Today, the 2011 is tight and unyielding, I don’t see the Maria di Brun matching the best 2011s here, but time will tell.” -James Suckling, Oct. 2014

“Dark red plums, black cherries, menthol, cloves and spices all flesh out in the 2011 Barbaresco Rio Sordo. A large-scaled, ample wine, the 2010 Rio Sordo is all about power and virility. There is plenty of 2011 vintage raciness and richness, but those elements are tempered by considerable tannins that will need a few years to settle down.” – Antonio Galloni, Vinous, Oct. 2014

“Surprisingly ripe and dense for the vintage, this opens with aromas of plum, vanilla and chocolate that carry over to the palate along with espresso and coffee. It has a forward nature with tame acidity and soft tannins that make it already accessible. Drink 2015-2025.” -Kerin O’Keefe, Wine Enthusiast, Oct. 2014

“Dense and richly structured, this opens with black cherry, rose, leather and asphalt aromas. The concentrated palate offers succulent black cherry, crushed red raspberry, orange peel, sage, toasted oak, espresso and vanilla alongside brisk acidity. Astringent wood tannins leave the mouth feeling dried out. Drink after 2018.” -Kerin O’Keefe, Wine Enthusiast, Oct. 2014

“A dusty aroma eventually burns off to reveal balsamic notes and allspice. The palate doles out black cherry, crushed raspberry, coconut, espresso, mocha, dried sage and licorice. Astringent tannins give an abrupt and drying finish.” -Kerin O’Keefe, Wine Enthusiast, Oct. 2014

“Enticing scents of rose petals, violet, tilled earth and leather mingle on this wine hailing from the historical heart of the celebrated Cannubi vineyard. The vibrant palate offers crushed dark cherry accented with cinnamon, clove and a touch of vanilla alongside silky tannins. Balanced and loaded with finesse, it will develop more complexity over the next few decades. Drink 2020-2040.” -Kerin O’Keefe, Wine Enthusiast, Oct. 2014

“This is all about red fruit: vibrant, fresh and expressive with elegant, soft tannins. It’s not the most complex wine but it’s not trying to be either. Very easy drinking and enjoyable – a perfect match for mid-week pasta.” -Decanter, Oct. 2014