Medium ruby-purple color.
Aromas of barnyard, dark fruit, spice.
Dry. Flavors of black cherry, earthy, clove, leather, peppercorn. Rich, chewy tannins.
Intensity: 4/5
Complexity: 3/5
Balance: 4/5
Finish: 4/5 — 2 months ago
La Bottega — 20 days ago
Deep ruby color.
Aromas of black cherry, cassis
Dry. Flavors of ripe blackberry, vanilla, clove,black pepper, sage. Rich, chewy tannins.
Intensity: 4/5
Complexity: 3/5
Balance: 4/5
Finish: 4/5 — 11 days ago
Luce from ‘97, back when Frescobaldi and Mondavi began their collaboration with this signature Sangiovese Merlot blend. Shows greats signs against the past 26 years. Brickish color. The nose shows plum, chocolate, leather, damp fall tree leaves and wet wood. The wine gently surrounds the palate with hints of preserved black fruit (figs and plum). Follows with a dry mouthfeel, medium plus body, dissipating tannins, low but present acidity and alcohol; lingering earthy finish. In my cellar for a few years and always had my doubts but the wine still holds, keeping any longer is risky… — a month ago
35 Dry Aged Beef — 4 days ago
Young. Drinking nice — a month ago
Ivor
Intense and still young chianti which started blossoming after 2hrs in the decanter. Spiced red fruit bonanza with black tea and forst floor. Very long and intense. Served with Italian Peposo beef stew, a sublime combination . — a month ago