Acclaim
Search the reviews of Empson & Co.'s wines.
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| Poderi Einaudi | Barolo “Terlo Vigna Costa Grimaldi” DOCG | 2013 | Wine & Spirits | 01/12/2017 | 93 | ||||||
Verbiage“From a south-facing plot of 40-year-old vines, this wine is dense and concentrated. Firm, mineral tannins and dark, tarry notes check the fruit flavors initially, relenting over several hours as the wine brightens into notes of orange zest and mint. Those bright fruit tones will be more expressive after a few more years in the cellar.” – Wine & Spirits, Dec. 1, 2017 |
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| Fantini | Casale Vecchio Montepulciano d’Abruzzo DOCG | 2016 | Wine Spectator | 30/11/2017 | 88 | ||||||
VerbiageBEST VALUE “Round and creamy, this medium-bodied red offers light tannins, a smoky underpinning and flavors of boysenberry, dried fig, grilled herb and star anise. Drink now through 2019.” –A.N., Wine Spectator Nov. 2017 |
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| Marcarini | Barolo Brunate DOCG | 2013 | Wine Spectator | 30/11/2017 | 92 | ||||||
Verbiage“This is elegant, boasting cherry, floral, tobacco and iron flavors. The tannins lean to the dry side, but this retains an elegant feel through the chalky finish. Just needs time. Best from 2021 through 2035.” -B.S., Wine Spectator Nov. 30, 2017 |
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| Marcarini | Barolo La Serra DOCG | 2013 | Wine Spectator | 30/11/2017 | 92 | ||||||
Verbiage“This is firm, lending an austere feel to the cherry, berry, licorice and leather flavors. Overall, this is juicy and delicate, finishing long and pleasantly astringent, with a lingering hint of white pepper. Best from 2019 through 2032.” -B.S., Wine Spectator Nov. 30, 2017 |
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| Marcarini | Dolcetto d’Alba Fontanazza DOC | 2015 | Wine Spectator | 30/11/2017 | 88 | ||||||
Verbiage“A bright, cherry- and raspberry-flavored red, with a supple texture and light tannins. Balanced and moderately long. Drink now.” -B.S., Wine Spectator Nov. 30, 2017 |
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| Monte Antico | Monte Antico Toscana IGT | 2013 | Wine Spectator | 30/11/2017 | 88 | ||||||
VerbiageBest Value “Black cherry, licorice and spice flavors are the highlights of this bright, juicy red. Balanced in a slim way, with fruit, herb and spice details on the finish. Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. Drink now. ” -B.S., Wine Spectator Nov. 30, 2017 |
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| Pietradolce | Archineri Etna Bianco DOC | 2015 | James Suckling | 21/11/2017 | 92 | ||||||
Verbiage“A tangy and bright white with sliced-lemon and mango character. Medium to full body and a lovely and pretty finish. Lively bottle.” – James Suckling, Nov. 21, 2011 |
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| 2012 | James Suckling | 21/11/2017 | 94 | ||||||||
Verbiage“Interesting aromas of dust, tile and dried strawberry. Full body, chewy and dense. Ripe tannins. Needs time to soften but will evolve into a decadent beauty. Try in 2019.” – James Suckling, Nov. 21, 2011 |
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| 2012 | James Suckling | 21/11/2017 | 93 | ||||||||
Verbiage“A lovely and rich Barbaresco with lots of dried fruit, leather and spice character. Medium body, silky tannins and a long and savory finish. Drink or hold.” – James Suckling, Nov. 21, 2011 |
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| 2014 | Wine Spectator | 15/11/2017 | 92 | ||||||||
Verbiage“Eucalyptus and menthol aromas segue into plum, tar and leather flavors in this dense, monolithic red. There is an essence of sweet, ripe fruit buried beneath the soy and tar details and mouthcoating tannins. Best from 2022 through 2035.” — B.S., Wine Spectator Nov.15, 2017 |
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