Acclaim
Search the reviews of Empson & Co.'s wines.
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| Pietradolce | Archineri Etna Bianco DOC | 2022 | Decanter | 11/09/2024 | 92 | ||||||
Verbiage“Made from old (and on Etna, when they say ‘old’ they mean ‘very old’!) vines from the eastern locality of Milo, this is an intense and moreish white with a streak of salinity allied to pineappley fruit, a waft of herbs, and lovely sapidity.” |
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| Arillo in Terrabianca | Chianti Classico Riserva “Poggio Croce” DOCG | 2020 | James Suckling | 06/09/2024 | 91 | ||||||
Verbiage“This is bright and juicy with notes of cherries, cranberries, dried flowers and hints of cloves and cedar. Medium-bodied and a little tight and chewy on the palate, yet nicely filled with fruit, offering a juicy and fresh finish. Drink or hold.” – James Suckling, Sept. 2024 |
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| Arillo in Terrabianca | Campaccio Toscana IGT | 2020 | James Suckling | 06/09/2024 | 91 | ||||||
Verbiage“A delicious, well-balanced and attractive red. On the nose aromas of red berries, mild spices and some undergrowth dominate. It’s medium-bodied with finely grained tannins. Refined texture with a seductive berry character in the finish. Drink or hold.” – James Suckling, Sept. 2024 |
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| Marchesi Pancrazi | Monte Ferrato IGT | 2022 | James Suckling | 06/09/2024 | 92 | ||||||
Verbiage“This pinot noir has raspberries, cherries, tea leaves and orange peel on the nose. It’s medium-bodied, savory and a little austere for now, with chalky tannins and a minerally finish. Drink from 2025.” -James Suckling, Sept. 6 |
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| Marchesi Pancrazi | Villa di Bagnolo Rosato IGT | 2023 | James Suckling | 06/09/2024 | 90 | ||||||
Verbiage“A pale rosé that has aromas of herbs, grapefruit and watermelon. It’s fresh, dry and tangy, with a medium body and a savory finish. Sustainable. Drink now.” -James Suckling, Sept. 2024 |
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| Marchesi Pancrazi | Vigna Baragazza Riserva IGT | 2021 | James Suckling | 06/09/2024 | 91 | ||||||
Verbiage“A spicy, cedary pinot that has aromas of nutmeg, spiced cherries, oranges and vanilla. It’s creamy, tasty and medium-bodied, with lightly powdery tannins and generous sweet spices. Drink now.” -James Suckling, Sept. 2024 |
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| Fantini | Montepulciano d’Abruzzo DOCG | 2023 | Luca Maroni | 02/09/2024 | 94 | ||||||
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| Fantini | Gran Cuvée Rosé | Non-vintage | Luca Maroni | 02/09/2024 | 93 | ||||||
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| Lodali | Lorens Barolo Bricco Ambrogio DOCG | 2019 | Wine Enthusiast | 01/09/2024 | 94 editor's choice | ||||||
Verbiage“Warmed cherry compote, accented by hints of cinnamon, clove, and a touch of thyme, graces the nose. The palate is well-structured, with fine, elegant tannins and a slightly plush texture, revealing flavors of ripe red cherries, blackberries, and a subtle undercurrent of vanilla. The tannins are superbly rounded, framing the juicy fruit and spice flavors beautifully. A pretty wine with depth, complexity, and elegance. Drink Now – 2040” — Jeff Porter, Wine Enthusiast, Sept. 2024 |
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| Lodali | Barolo Bricco Ambrogio DOCG | 2020 | Wine Enthusiast | 01/09/2024 | 91 | ||||||
Verbiage“The nose is reserved, with hidden depths of dark cherry and plum waiting to be unveiled, gradually peeking out from behind a veil of vanilla and baking spices. On the palate, the wine is initially soft and rounded before the ripe, structured tannins make their presence known. Flavors of licorice root, cherry, and blackberry emerge, contributing to the wine’s lush and enjoyable youthful character. Drink Now” — Jeff Porter, Wine Enthusiast, Sept. 2024 |
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