Acclaim
Search the reviews of Empson & Co.'s wines.
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| Boscarelli | Rosso di Montepulciano “Prugnolo” DOC | 2017 | Vinous Media | 27/03/2020 | 88 | ||||||
VerbiageThe 2017 Rosso di Montepulciano Prugnolo is soft, fruity and floral, all of which make it quite delicious today. I would prefer to drink it over the next few years, while the red cherry/ strawberry fruit remains bright and fresh.” – Antonio Galloni, Vinous, Mar. 2020 |
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| Speri | Valpolicella Classico Superiore “Ripasso” DOC | 2017 | Wine Enthusiast | 04/03/2020 | 90 | ||||||
VerbiageMade with organically grown grapes, this has aromas of black-skinned berry, tilled soil and leather. The savory palate offers dried black cherry, star anise and white pepper alongside polished tannins. Enjoy through 2022. KERIN O’KEEFE |
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| Conti Costanti | Brunello di Montalcino DOCG | 2015 | Wine Enthusiast | 04/03/2020 | 98 | ||||||
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| Fuligni | Brunello di Montalcino DOCG | 2015 | Wine Enthusiast | 04/03/2020 | 98 | ||||||
VerbiageEditor’s Choice |
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| Hauner | Malvasia delle Lipari Passito DOC | 2016 | Wine Enthusiast | 04/03/2020 | 91 | ||||||
VerbiageThis opens with aromas of walnut and orange liqueur. Reflecting the nose, the palate, doles out candied orange zest, acacia honey and walnut while fresh acidity boosts the rich flavors. KERIN O’KEEFE |
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| Boscarelli | Vino Nobile di Montepulciano Riserva DOCG | 2015 | Wine Enthusiast | 03/03/2020 | 93 | ||||||
VerbiageBalsamic aromas evoking eucalyptus and new leather align with mature plum and exotic spice on this ethereally elegant red. Made with 90% Sangiovese and 10% Colorino, the smooth, polished palate delivers sour cherry, cranberry and licorice before a coffee finish. Lithe tannins provide support. Drink through 2027. KERIN O’KEEFE |
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| Speri | Valpolicella Classico Superiore “La Roverina” DOC | 2017 | Wine Enthusiast | 03/03/2020 | 90 | ||||||
VerbiageMade with organically grown grapes, this single-vineyard bottling opens with intense aromas of red berry, violet, cooking spice and a balsamic note. The juicy, lively palate features red cherry, cinnamon and star anise alongside smooth tannins. Drink soon to enjoy the fruit richness. KERIN O’KEEFE |
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| Boscarelli | Vino Nobile di Montepulciano Il Nocio DOCG | 2016 | Wine Enthusiast | 01/03/2020 | 95 | ||||||
VerbiageVibrant, linear and fragrant, this radiant 100% Sangiovese has enticing scents of wild berry, rose, new leather, tobacco and a balsamic whiff of camphor. It’s full bodied but boasts a silky-smooth finesse, delivering red cherry, pomegranate and exotic spice alongside polished, elegant tannins. Fresh acidity keeps it balanced. Drink 2021–2031. KERIN O’KEEFE |
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| Carpineta Fontalpino | Montaperto Chianti Classico DOCG Gran Selezione | 2016 | Wine Spectator | 31/12/2019 | 92 | ||||||
VerbiagePomegranate, black cherry, wild thyme and tar aromas and flavors mark this dense, solidly structured red. Sleek yet intense, with a lightly astringent finish. The vibrant acidity carries a lingering essence of fruit. Best from 2021 through 2032. 500 cases made, 200 cases imported. — BS |
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| Carpineta Fontalpino | Dofana Chianti Classico DOCG Gran Selezione | 2016 | Wine Spectator | 31/12/2019 | 90 | ||||||
VerbiageThere is balance and contrast to this red, featuring a soft, delicate attack that boasts cherry, strawberry, iron and underbrush flavors. The back half is tough and dry, with astringent tannins truncating the finish. This should resolve itself in a few years. Sangiovese and Merlot. Best from 2021 through 2030. 2,000 cases made, 200 cases imported. — BS |
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