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Producer Wine Vintage Publication Date Score Detail
Il Feuduccio Pecorino Colline Teatine Feuduccio IGT 2015 Vinous 31/08/2016 88
Verbiage

“Medium dark yellow. Rich aromas and flavors of spicy tropical fruit and apple are given vibrancy by harmonious zingy acidity. There’s nothing wrong with this white wine, but it has an almost semi-aromatic quality that does not remind me of Pecorino at all.” – Ian D’Agata, Vinous Aug. 2016

Toscolo Chianti Classico DOCG 2014 James Suckling 22/08/2016 91
Verbiage

“Bright and fruity with lovely dried cherry and lemon rind character. Medium body, light tannins and a lively finish. Vivid and clean. Drink or hold.” – James Suckling, Aug. 2016

Toscolo Chianti Classico Riserva DOCG 2011 James Suckling 22/08/2016 92
Verbiage

“Aromas of walnut, cherry and spice follow through to a medium body, fine and lively tannins and a bright acidity. Drink now.” – James Suckling, Aug. 2016

Le Casematte Peloro Bianco Sicilia DOC 2015 Wine Enthusiast 01/08/2016 92
Verbiage

“A blend of 65% Grillo and 35% Carricante, this offers subtle aromas of ripe orchard fruit, wild flower and a whiff of almond. The vibrant, savory palate boasts green apple, creamy white peach, citrus and aromatic herb alongside an energizing mineral vein. It finishes crisp and clean.” -Kerin O’Keefe, Wine Enthusiast Aug. 1, 2016

Le Casematte Peloro Rosso Terre Siciliane IGT 2014 Wine Enthusiast 01/08/2016 94
Verbiage

“Made with 70% Nerello Mascalese and 30% Nocera, this has enticing scents of mature red berry, pressed blue flower, tilled soil and a whiff of crushed stone. The vibrant palate doles out juicy black cherry, raspberry compote, orange zest and bitter hazelnut. Bright acidity and well-integrated tannins provide balance while a mineral note gives it depth. Drink 2020–2030.” -Kerin O’Keefe, Wine Enthusiast Aug. 1, 2016

Le Casematte Faro DOC 2014 Wine Enthusiast 01/08/2016 93
Verbiage

“A blend of 55% Nerello Mascalese, 25% Nerello Cappuccio, 10% Nocera and 10% Nero d’Avola, this intriguing wine boasts earthy aromas of tilled soil, pressed blue flower, black-skinned fruit, black olive, nut and a touch of game. The velvety palate offers ripe black cherry, raspberry compote, cake spice and mineral while a saline note energizes the finish. Bright acidity and firm, refined tannins provide seamless support.” -Kerin O’Keefe, Wine Enthusiast Aug. 1, 2016

Pietradolce Archineri Etna Bianco DOC 2015 Wine Enthusiast 01/08/2016 92
Verbiage

“Made from old vines ranging between 100 and 120-years-old, this vibrant white opens with aromas suggesting citrus, orchard fruit, linden blossom, acacia and a whiff of beeswax. On the savory, radiant palate, a mineral vein underscores green apple, grapefruit, and aromatic herb. Give this a few more years to fully develop. Drink 2018 through 2025.” -Kerin O’Keefe, Wine Enthusiast Aug. 2016

Pietradolce Archineri Etna Rosso DOC 2013 Wine Enthusiast 01/08/2016 93
Verbiage

“Made with 70 and 80-year-old Nerello Mascalese vines planted at high altitude, this opens with delicate but enticing scents of leather, menthol, iris, red berry and thyme. The elegantly structured palate doles out juicy black cherry, raspberry, mocha, cinnamon and licorice. Polished tannins, bright acidity and a mineral vein provide the framework.” -Kerin O’Keefe, Aug. 1, 2016

Pietradolce Rosato DOC 2015 Wine Enthusiast 01/08/2016 90
Verbiage

“Fresh, structured and savory, this opens with aromas of small red berry, brimstone, earth and fragrant blue flower. The zesty palate doles out ripe cherry, crushed strawberry, flinty mineral and star anise. Bright acidity lifts the finish.” -Kerin O’Keefe, Wine Enthusiast Aug. 2016

Castello di Querceto Cignale Colli della Toscana Centrale IGT 2012 James Suckling 20/07/2016 93
Verbiage

“Aromas of sage, blueberry, and bark follow through to a medium body, fine tannins and tangy acidity. Delicious now but will age well. A solid cabernet sauvignon and merlot blend as always.” – James Suckling, Jul. 2016

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