Acclaim
Search the reviews of Empson & Co.'s wines.
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Poderi Einaudi | Barbaresco DOCG | 2021 | James Suckling | 10/01/2024 | 93 | ||||||
VerbiageAn attractive nose offering notes of spiced cherries and raspberries together with citrus peel, hints of cedar and potpourri. Medium- to full-bodied, fresh and characterful with a sandy texture to its tannins. Firm and structured. Try after 2026. |
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Poderi Einaudi | Barolo Ludo DOCG | 2020 | James Suckling | 09/01/2024 | 92 | ||||||
VerbiageA fresh and fragrant nose with cherries, dried cranberries, hints of rose hips, sandalwood and dried orange. Some wet stone character, too. Bright and juicy on the medium-bodied palate with dusty tannins and savory character to the red fruit and vivid acidity. Textured and chalky. Attractive now, but better after 2026. |
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Poderi Einaudi | Barolo Cannubi DOCG | 2020 | James Suckling | 09/01/2024 | 94 | ||||||
VerbiageThis is racy and fresh with dried strawberries, dark cherries, cocoa and light spices adding a dusty, earthy note to it. Medium- to full-bodied, broad and structured with taut, polished tannins. Yet it’s agile and fleshy with ripe red fruit and subtle chocolate undertones at the end. Long finish. Try after 2027. |
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Poderi Einaudi | Barolo “Bussia” DOCG | 2020 | James Suckling | 09/01/2024 | 93 | ||||||
VerbiageNotes of red plums and cherries with hints of blue flowers, ground cloves and bark. Medium- to full-bodied with fine, velvety tannins rounding your palate. Dry and juicy with some austerity at the end. Chalky and mineral. Try after 2028. |
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Poderi Einaudi | Barolo Monvigliero DOCG | 2020 | James Suckling | 09/01/2024 | 93 | ||||||
VerbiageAttractive spicy character here with vibrant red fruit, dried citrus peel and sandalwood. Medium-bodied, textured and chewy, yet it is fresh and juicy with a hint of raw mushroom and a dry, chalky finish. Better from 2028. |
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Poderi Einaudi | Barolo “Terlo Vigna Costa Grimaldi” DOCG | 2020 | James Suckling | 09/01/2024 | 94 | ||||||
VerbiageThis is more vibrant and fruit-forward offering notes of dark cherries, wild berries, spices and dried flowers. Hints of bark, too. Medium-bodied. Firm but refined and polished with a juicy center palate that leads to a linear, lightly chewy finish. Try after 2027. |
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Marcarini | Barolo Del Comune di La Morra DOCG | 2020 | James Suckling | 09/01/2024 | 93 | ||||||
VerbiageThis is a more caressing expression with pretty aromas of dried rose petal, chocolate orange, tile, cranberry and wet herbs. It’s full-bodied, with creamy tannins surrounding the fruit. Lovely texture. Drink from 2027. |
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Toscolo | Chianti DOCG | 2022 | James Suckling | 02/01/2024 | 90 | ||||||
VerbiageCranberries, rose hips, and tangerine peel followed by thyme, almonds, and a touch of dried meats. Medium-bodied, fine-grained tannins and refreshing acidity. Nice balance and tension with good drinkability here. Drink or hold. Screw cap. |
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Toscolo | Chianti DOCG | 2022 | James Suckling | 02/01/2024 | 90 | ||||||
VerbiageCranberries, rose hips, and tangerine peel followed by thyme, almonds, and a touch of dried meats. Medium-bodied, fine-grained tannins and refreshing acidity. Nice balance and tension with good drinkability here. Drink or hold. Screw cap. |
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Toscolo | Chianti Classico DOCG | 91 | James Suckling | 02/01/2024 | 91 | ||||||
VerbiageA mix of dark and red fruits followed by tree bark, rosemary, bitter nuts, and dried red flowers. Medium-bodied with firm tannins and refreshing acidity. A zesty and succulent wine with balance and structure. Drink or hold. |