ROSSESE, VIGNETO ISASCO PUNTA CRENA (Liguria, IT) | 2023 | 24 |
| ...this light and charmingly rustic wine displays notes of coastal brush, tart red fruit, pepper and briny mineral | | |
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PINOT NOIR, ALTAMAREA PRESQU'ILE (Santa Barbara, CA) | 2023 | 28 |
| ..Jeremy Seysses of Domaine Dujac helps craft an tribute to old-world Pinot from the hills above Santa Barbara. Ripe red fruit on the palate is complemented by an array of savory notes | | |
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NUITS-SAINT-GEORGES, JEROME CHEZEAUX Pinot Noir (Burgundy, FR) | 2021 | 52 |
| ...aromas of black currant and violet lead to a palate of ripe dark cherry, alluring spice, and silky tannins. | | |
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ETNA ROSSO, GRACI Nerello Mascalese (Sicilia, IT) | 2023 | 28 |
| ...a fruit-driven and vibrant composition of high-toned berries, volcanic mineral, savory herbs, and refreshing acidity | | |
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SCIACCARELLO, U STILICCIONU (Corsica, FR) | 2019 | 32 |
| ...Sciaccarellu planted on granitic soil yields a medium-bodied, fruit-driven yet nuanced wine that proves how underrated Corsican wines can be | | |
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PUISSEGUIN-SAINT-ÉMILION, CHÂTEAU CLARISSE Merlot/Cabernet Franc (Bordeaux, FR) | 2021 | 38 |
| ...smoky earth, perfectly ripe dark berries and dried herbs come together in this silky and delicate expression of Saint-Émilion. | | |
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DOGLIANI, ASSANEN MASSIMO MARTINELLI Dolcetto (Piemonte, IT) | 2023 | 24 |
| ...Massimo Martinelli's classically-styled Dolcetto offers floral aromas with a palate of tart cranberry, black plum and a touch of saline earth. | | |
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BAROLO, TRADIZIONALE LUIGI ODDERO Nebbiolo (Piemonte, IT) | 2019 | 48 |
| ...an elegant, yet bold expression of nebbiolo layered with notes of black cherry, rose petal, forest floor and eucalyptus | | |
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BRUNELLO DI MONTALCINO, CAPRILI Sangiovese Grosso (Toscana, IT) | 2019 | 49 |
| ...this classically-styled Brunello expresses blackberry and leather with traces of mineral and underbrush | | |
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VALPOLICELLA CALSSICO, RUBINELLI VAJOL (Veneto, IT) | 2021 | 32 |
| ...Initial floral aromas are soon followed by vivid notes of sour cherry and red fruits. Hints of spices such as pepper, tamarind, and vanilla add further intrigue. | | |
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VALDISANTI TOLAINI Cabernet Sauvignon/Sangiovese/Cabernet Franc (Toscana, IT) | 2021 | 29 |
| ...Tolaini's Super-Tuscan blend offers a textured palate of blackberry, toasted oak and a hint of licorice. | | |
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CABERNET SAUVIGNON, DUM SPIRO SPERO SNOWDEN (Napa Valley, CA) | 2020 | 38 |
| ...this classic Napa Cabernet Sauvignon expresses cassis and an array of ripe dark fruits accented by cocoa and leather. | | |
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