Acclaim

“The 2017 Etna Rosso Contrada Santo Spirito is intense, bursting from the glass with an array of crushed black raspberries, dried roses, curry-like spices and cedar shavings. It is potent, with waves of velvety textural red fruits that coat the palate in primary concentration, offset by a core of citrus-tinged acidity. It leaves sweet tannins that grip the senses without slowing the 2017’s momentum, as hints of sour cherry and balsam herbs resonate. This is a sexy Santo Spirito that just needs a bit more cellaring to soften some of its rough edges.” – Eric Guido, Vinous, June 2022

“The 2016 Etna Bianco Vigna Sant’Andrea is a orange-amber color in the glass, with a rich yet still remarkably fresh bouquet that blends baked apple, brown spice and roasted almond with an invigorating lift of vanilla-tinged florals. It’s silky-smooth and savory with noticeable weight, all nicely contrasted by saline-minerality, as tart orchard fruits and hints of iodine settle upon the senses. It finishes long with an air of custardy richness and hints of herbal peach that linger. The Vigna Sant’Andrea is an extremely unique wine, sourced from 100% Carricante vines that are up to 130 years old. The wine refines on the skins in twenty-hectoliter French oak. All of that said, this will not be for everyone.” – Eric Guido, Vinous, June 2022

Lots of sweet currants, earth and spice with sweet tobacco. Medium-to full-bodied with firm, polished tannins and a long, long finish. Solid and racy. Cabernet sauvignon, merlot and petit verdot. From organically grown grapes. Drink after 2024, but already a beauty.” – James Suckling, June 2022

Spicy Pinot Nero with aromas of cloves, lavender, sandalwood, spiced plums, lemons and cherries. Medium-bodied with ripe and relatively firm tannins. Excellent concentration. Spicy and round finish. Drink now. Screw cap. – James Suckling, June 2022

Sliced pear, green pineapple, fennel, elderflower and lime zest on the nose. Medium-bodied with a vibrant, flavorful and exotic palate. Plenty of citrus and tropical fruit. Juicy and tangy. Drink now. Screw cap. – James Suckling, June 2022

This has complex notes of sage, lemon leaves, porcini, black cherries, currants, nutmeg and tobacco. Vibrant and medium-bodied with tight-grained tannins. Beautiful balance of bright berry fruit and dark spice. Long and persistent. Drink or hold. Screw cap. – James Suckling, June 2022

Plenty of flavor to this fruity white, with notes of chopped apples, pears, lemons and honeydew melon. Medium-bodied, bright and fleshy. Drink now. Screw cap. – James Suckling, June 2022

This has a crazy nose of white truffles, wild berries, cherry blossoms, porcini mushrooms, earth, white pepper, sage, blueberries, cocoa and seashells. Full-bodied with such elegance and subtle power. Layered. Very fine, seamless tannins. Keeps going. Try after a year or two. – James Suckling, June 2022

Ripe, savory and richly flavorful with plenty of sun-dried tomatoes, tapenade, ripe cherries and walnuts. Full-bodied with round, ripe tannins. Salty freshness at the end. Long and delicious. Excellent energy for the vintage. Drink or hold. – James Suckling, June 2022

Classy and elegant nose of cherry stones, white pepper, dried thyme and salted plums, as well as some ash and black olive. Full body and firm, linear tannins. Mineral and tight and still showing fantastic freshness. This will go a long way. Drink or hold. – James Suckling, June 2022