Stefan Dolhain

9.2

2022 vintage. Partly made from a plot named " La Colline", this is Cabernet Sauvignon dominated. Dark red. On first impact, the oak was a bit dominating, after 30 minutes the blackberries and Amarena cherries are showing up. Seriously concentrated, with more black than red fruits, ripe tannin and good acidity. While the wine can handle the oak ( patience required), I feel that this wine would be even better with a less heavy hand on the oak. Abv. 14,5%. — 5 months ago

Stefan Dolhain

9.3

2018 vintage. Owned by Roger Zannier. Vinified by João Cabral Nicolau de Almeida. Dark red with purplish rim. Intense nose with blackberry jam, amarena cherries and subtle oak. Powerful, but fresh , with layers of black fruit packed in a ripe tannic structure. Long spicy finish. Abv. 13,5%. — 3 years ago

Jeroen Koenen

9.4

Black candied amarena cherries dipped in melted bitterchocolate. Wow…
Complex nuances of asphalt, damp earth, soy sauce and oriental spice. Open and generous, wonderful freshness and purity. Not alcoholic at all, this is an extremely well-crafted and beautiful Port wine. 😍 — 4 years ago

John W

9.8

Garnet coloration. On the nose, amarena cherry, plum, vanilla, sweet toasted oak and forest floor. On the palate, same notes as on the nose, with a long plum and sweet toasted oak finish. Big, bold, full bodied and lush. Great amarone. — 10 months ago

John W

9.0

Medium garnet coloration. On the nose, amarena cherry and vanilla. On the palate, medium to full body, cherry, balsamic, herbs, red berry and vanilla. Tannins still strong. Medium to long finish. — 2 years ago

Stefan Dolhain

9.5

1989. Somehow this estate remains a bit under the radar, but the wines are very reliable and age beautifully. Amarena cherries, rose petals, cedar and a hint of trufle. Velvety mouthfeel with elegance and depth and a long finish. Excellent. — 4 years ago

Charlie Tapp

9.0

Tremendous length. It was flying high 8 hours into the decant. Amarena cherries and asphalt. — 4 years ago

Ash Anderson

9.0

Incredible zinfandel—really threw me for a loop blind. Amarena cherry, kirsch and cola. Agree that it’s quite meaty for a zin. Scrumptious. — a year ago

Emanuel Reitano

9.1

Brick rim and super pale transparent salmon color. Some pink and purple floral aromatics on the nose, a little funk but not overpowering or off putting whatsoever.
Great acidity, balanced alcohol, very smooth and light tannin that linger to deliver a peppery finish. Overall complex and delicate on the palate with amarena cherry flavor and some artificial pink candy like hubba bubba or cotton candy saltwater taffy. Really desirable minerality similar to the whites I’ve tried from this region. i don’t think you need to chill this before drinking. Would definitely recommend and I’d buy it again for $20 in that 90-92 range for me. — 2 years ago

Michael Malpiedi

9.3

Cold climate burgundy from far north Irancy. Quiet but very fresh on first taste, strong roses and violets. Day two acid mellowed and gave way to amarena cherries. Great value if you’ve got the time to let her breathe! — 4 years ago