Acclaim
Search the reviews of Empson & Co.'s wines.
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| 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 |
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| Fuligni | Rosso di Montalcino Ginestreto DOC | 2012 | James Suckling | 01/10/2014 | 92 | ||||||
Verbiage“Fresh red fruits with layer of ruby stone, steel, mineral on nose. Ginger with fresh strawberry with hint of dry white mushroom. Silky elegant finish. Always one of the best Rosso di Montalcinos. Drink now.” -James Suckling, Oct. 2014 |
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| Marcarini | Barolo Brunate DOCG | 2010 | Wine Enthusiast | 01/10/2014 | 94 | ||||||
Verbiage“This polished wine opens with aromas that recall porcini mushroom, underbrush, woodland berries and whiffs of balsam. The dense palate delivers crushed black cherry, red raspberry, menthol, sage, black pepper and licorice alongside bracing tannins and lively acidity. Drink after 2020.” -Kerin O’Keefe, Wine Enthusiast, Oct. 2014 |
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| Marcarini | Barolo La Serra DOCG | 2010 | Wine Enthusiast | 01/10/2014 | 93 | ||||||
Verbiage“Underbrush, leather, tobacco leaf and ripe red berry lead the nose on this intense red. The bright palate delivers tart red cherry, sage, mountain herbs, sweet tobacco and balsamic notes alongside brisk acidity and firm but polished tannins. It will be even better after 2018.” -Kerin O’Keefe, Wine Enthusiast, Oct. 2014 |
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| Pietradolce | Archineri Etna Bianco DOC | 2013 | James Suckling | 01/10/2014 | 91 | ||||||
Verbiage“Plenty of sliced apple, banana and peach character to this white. It’s full-bodied with good acidity and a minerally finish. Drink now.” -James Suckling, Oct. 2014 |
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| Pietradolce | Rosato DOC | 2013 | James Suckling | 01/10/2014 | 90 | ||||||
Verbiage“A delicate, light red with a light color, sliced-strawberry and cream character, a medium body and a fresh finish. Lovely drinking wine now.” -James Suckling, Oct. 2014 |
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| Supremus | Supremus Toscana IGT | 2008 | James Suckling | 01/10/2014 | 92 | ||||||
Verbiage“A rich and meaty wine with mouthwatering character of ripe fruit, grilled meat and mushroom. Full body, round and velvety tannins and a savory finish. Drink now.” -James Suckling Oct. 20, 2014 |
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| Supremus | Supremus Toscana IGT | 2007 | James Suckling | 01/10/2014 | 91 | ||||||
Verbiage“This blended red from consulting enologist Franco Bernabei and wine merchant Neil Empson shows a pretty balance of fresh fruit, tangy acidity and rounded tannins. It’s harmonious and delicious now.” -James Suckling Oct. 20, 2014 |
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| 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 |
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| 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 |
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