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ANTINORI,
MARCHESI
Marchesi Antinori makes very elegant and nuanced wines -
especially the Tignanello which is one of the most distinctive and
recognisable of Italian wines. |
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3 |
75cl |
GUADO al
TASSO
Marchesi Antinori
Antonio Galloni -
Even at this very early stage, the 2015 Bolgheri
Superiore Guado al Tasso is magnificent. Fresh and perfumed in the glass,
with striking purity of fruit and exceptional balance, the 2015 is
arrestingly beautiful from the very first taste. Bright red cherry and
raspberry jam are pushed forward. I am struck by the wine's translucent
color and overall level of finesse. Wow! |
2015 |
£78.00 |
AG96
2020-35BIN END PRICE |
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BREZZA, GIACOME
Brezza remains one of the most under the radar growers in
Barolo. His Barolos remain medium bodies, with a classic sense of austerity.
These wines are especially recommended for
those of you who love traditionally made Barolo! |
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4 |
75cl |
BAROLO
CANNUBI
G.
Brezza
Antonio Galloni -
The 2010 Barolo
Cannubi wraps around the palate with gorgeous depth and the pure silkiness
that makes this vineyard in the town of Barolo so special. Crushed
flowers, mint, sweet tobacco and dried cherries meld together in a supple,
soft Barolo that should enjoy a long and broad drinking window. With time in
the glass, the wine's structure becomes more apparent, showing what makes
the best Cannubi Barolos so appealing; the combination of structure and
elegance. |
2010 |
£42.00 |
AG94
2015-30 |
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52 |
75cl |
BAROLO
CASTELLERO
G.
Brezza
Antonio Galloni -
Brezza's 2010 Barolo
Castellero offers up a super-classic profile of dried rose petal, anise,
mint, coffee, sweet herbs and dried cherries. A gracious, mid-weight
Barolo, the 2010 stands out for its soft, approachable personality and
impeccable sense of balance. Sweet floral and spice notes linger on the
soft, feminine finish. This is the most ethereal and fleeting of the 2010s.
The Castellero is also a bit less polished and complete than the other
Barolos in the range. |
2010 |
£44.00 |
AG92
2015-30 |
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3 |
75cl |
BAROLO
SARMASSA
G.
Brezza
Antonio Galloni -
Dark cherries, pine,
menthol, liquorice, smoke and underbrush all take shape in the 2010 Barolo
Sarmassa. The darkest and most imposing of the Brezza Barolos, the
Sarmassa is backed up by firm tannins that ensure the wine will drink well
for a number of years. This is the most tightly wound of the Brezza
2010s, so it will require a bit of patience. This is a deep and deeply
satisfying Barolo from Enzo Brezza. In 2010, Brezza did not produce his
top Barolo, Bricco Sarmassa. All the best fruit went into the straight
Sarmassa. |
2010 |
£55.00 |
AG95
2020-35 |
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18 |
75cl |
BAROLO
SARMASSA
G.
Brezza
Antonio Galloni -
Expressive violets,
flowers, mint, tobacco and dried cherries emerge from 2009 Barolo Sarmassa.
Darker and more powerful than the Cannubi, the Sarmassa fills its
broad-shouldered frame beautifully. Sweet herbs, anise and rosemary are
some of the nuances that develop on the intriguing, beguiling finish. The
2009 should be cellared for at least a few years to allow the tannins to
soften. Sarmassa has more clay than Cannubi, which lends depth and richness
to the wine. |
2009 |
£44.00 |
AG92
2014-26 |
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BROVIA
Brovia
remains very much an 'well kept secret' for Barolo fans, despite the
obvious quality of its wines and great reviews from respected critics,
such as Antonio Galloni, who notes:
“I can’t say enough good things
about the Brovia family and what they have accomplished over the years,
but especially over the last decade or so, which has seen them jump into
the upper echelon of Barolo producers”. |
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7 |
75cl |
BAROLO CA'
MIA
Brovia
Antonio Galloni -
The 2007 Barolo Ca’ Mia explodes
from the glass with ripe dark fruit, smoke, incense, menthol, spices and
tar. There is an exotic quality to the Ca’ Mia that is totally
intriguing. Here, too, the richness of the year provides a lovely foil
to the firm, underlying structural components that are very much present.
The pointed finish gives the wine tons of drive and sheer energy. This is a
striking Serralunga Barolo. |
2007 |
£54.00 |
AG95+
2017-32 |
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COL D'ORCIA
Antonio Galloni -
When all is said and done, Col
d'Orcia might have produced not just one of the wines of the 2008 vintage,
but possibly two. Proprietor Francesco Marone Cinzano and his team, led by
long-time estate manager Edoardo Virano, have done a magnificent job with
these wines. |
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48 |
75cl |
BRUNELLO
di MONTALCINO
Col d'Orcia
Antonio Galloni -
Sweet rich, lush and layered, yet also remarkably light on its feet, the
2008 Brunello di Montalcino dazzles from start to finish. Sweet roses, red
berries, flowers, mint and orange peel all take an appearance in this
utterly impeccable polished Brunello I imagine the 2008 will still be a
special wine at age 30. The aromas are naturally still quite primary, so
some cellaring is advisable. The brutal August hailstorm took with it a full
40% of the production, but left behind a strikingly beautiful Brunello
endowed with seemingly endless layers of fruit and fabulous overall balance. |
2008 |
£37.00 |
AG94
2016-38 |
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GIACOMO FENOCCHIO
With vineyards in the heart of
Barolo production zone, the Fenocchio estate has produced wines for over
five generations, following family traditions handed down from father to
son.
Before the Second World War the wine was sold principally in local markets,
but new energy arrived with Giacomo Fenocchio as he acquired new vineyard
holdings in 1964. |
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32 |
75cl |
BAROLO
Giacomo Fenocchio
Richard Hemming, jancisrobinson.com -
Juicy black bramble fruit with a charred beef edge. There's oak
scent here too, lending a delicious cinnamon and clove spice.
Serious structure with boisterous acidity cutting through the
tannin. Smoky on the finish, and beautifully complex.
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2011 |
£27.00 |
RH18/20
2017-35 |
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28 |
75cl |
BAROLO
BUSSIA
Giacomo Fenocchio
James Suckling -
Walnut,
berry and milk chocolate character on the nose and palate.
Full and chewy with round and soft tannins
and a savoury finish. |
2011 |
£33.00 |
JS92
2017-26 |
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19 |
75cl |
BAROLO
VILLERO
Giacomo Fenocchio
James Suckling -
A
refined
and incredibly balanced wine with cedar, berry and milk chocolate character.
Full-bodied yet so silky and beautiful. Hard not to drink now. |
2011 |
£38.00 |
JS95
2016-27 |
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