Acclaim
Search the reviews of Empson & Co.'s wines.
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| Private: Boscarelli | Vino Nobile di Montepulciano Riserva DOCG | 2013 | James Suckling | 11/09/2018 | 91 | ||||||
Verbiage“Quite a subtle bouquet of ripe cherries, plums and earth leads into a powerful red with plenty of tannins and the ripeness to carry them. Long, dry finish. Drink or hold.” – James Suckling, Sept. 11, 2018 |
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| Arillo in Terrabianca | Campaccio Toscana IGT | 2013 | James Suckling | 11/09/2018 | 94 | ||||||
Verbiage“A vivid and bright 2013 with deep aromas of blackberries and blueberries that turn into fresh mushrooms. Medium to full body with firm and velvety tannins, which are delicious with the fruit at the end of the palate. Drink now.” – James Suckling, Sept. 11, 2018 |
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| Arillo in Terrabianca | Campaccio Toscana IGT | 2015 | James Suckling | 11/09/2018 | 91 | ||||||
Verbiage“Loads of fresh primary fruit with blueberry skin, bananas and freshly baked blackberry crumble. Medium to full body, plenty of fresh blue fruit and a medium-chewy finish. Drink now.” – James Suckling, Sept. 11, 2018 |
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| Arillo in Terrabianca | Chianti Classico Riserva “Poggio Croce” DOCG | 2014 | James Suckling | 11/09/2018 | 91 | ||||||
Verbiage“Subtle aromas of sliced strawberries, candied blueberries and elderberries. Dark plums, too. Full body, polished tannins and a pure, clean finish. Nicely done for a tough vintage. Drink now.” – James Suckling, Sept. 11, 2018 |
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| Marchesi Pancrazi | Monte Ferrato IGT | 2016 | James Suckling | 11/09/2018 | 92 | ||||||
Verbiage“This pinot nero shows the sort of intensity and ripeness you would expect from the varietal in Tuscany, but, unlike barely any others, this also shows some beautiful, fresh fruit. Blueberries, pink grapefruit, dried nutmeg and ash. Medium to full body, firm and fine tannins and a bright, medium-long finish. One of the best pinots in Tuscany. Drink now.” – James Suckling, Sept. 11, 2018 |
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| Toscolo | Chianti Classico DOCG | 2016 | James Suckling | 11/09/2018 | 91 | ||||||
Verbiage“This shows dried violets and dried cherries with hints of lemons. Medium to full body, firm tannins and a bright finish. I like the texture here. Drink now.” – James Suckling, Sept. 11, 2018 |
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| Toscolo | Vernaccia di San Gimignano DOCG | 2017 | James Suckling | 11/09/2018 | 90 | ||||||
Verbiage“Chamomile, blossoms, praline, chalk, parsley and intense nutmeg. Medium body, fresh acidity and a fruity finish. Drink now.” – James Suckling, Sept. 11, 2018 |
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| Monte Antico | Monte Antico Toscana IGT | 2014 | James Suckling | 11/09/2018 | 91 | ||||||
Verbiage“Fresh violets, newly picked herbs, licorice and black peppers. Medium body, fresh acidity and a fruity finish. Drink now. A blend of sangiovese, merlot and cabernet sauvignon. Screw cap.” -James Suckling, Sept. 11, 2018 |
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| Fuligni | Brunello di Montalcino Riserva DOCG | 2012 | James Suckling | 11/09/2018 | 98 | ||||||
Verbiage“There’s a very complex and fresh nose with elegant red cherries, spices and light herbal nuances. Smells very fresh. The palate has beautiful focus and depth with effortless rich dark and red cherries cast amid perfectly proportioned silk-smooth tannins. Long and so focused, the finish is superb. Try from 2022.” – James Suckling, Sept. 11, 2018 |
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| Fuligni | Rosso di Montalcino Ginestreto DOC | 2016 | James Suckling | 11/09/2018 | 91 | ||||||
Verbiage“This shows a distinctive and lifted candied tangerine edge, as well as blueberry peel and sour cherries. The palate’s very tight with edgy acidity, showing firm tannins and a bright finish. Not the richest of wines, but very endearing. Drink now.” – James Suckling, Sept. 11, 2018 |
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