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9.1

Dark and smoky, the 2013 Cretarossa shows ashen stone, blackberries, sage, underbrush and a spritz of tangerine. It’s silky in texture yet lifted and elegant, with a wave of black fruits coasting along a saline core of acids and minerals. Energy remains high throughout the grippy tannins. $25.00 (Eric Guido, Vinous, November 2021) — 2 months ago

Jordan Wardlaw

9.2

This is a fine Aglianico that is honest and well-crafted but not for the faint of heart. Intensely gamey cured meat aromas dominate the profile up front followed by tar, licorice, fennel, smoke and violets. Mid palate is supple and silken, suggesting flavors of dried currants and peppermint candy. The finish brings a decidedly dry and ferrous minerality that screams for animal flesh, so I strongly suggest you heed that most primal call. Showing very strong concentration and firm tannic grip at nearly age 10. Seems to drink more gracefully in Burgundy glasses, and still has some maturing to do. An outstanding value and will delight the senses of those who appreciate Italian rusticity and classic food pairings from the South (THIS guy). — 2 years ago

Lorena Jordao

9.2

Excellent, excellent — 4 years ago

with Christian

Gaetan Ciampini

9.5

Tannins not as prominent as what if was expecting but still a ‘big’ wine. A touch of smoky character with dark fruits. Very enjoyable at this stage. — 2 months ago

Juan Pablo Perez

8.9

100% Aglianico

Buena nariz, pero necesita tiempo en botella, taninos un poco rudos todavia. — 2 years ago

Barny

9.1

Geschmeidiger Sommerwein, sollte wie vom Erzeuger empfohlen mit 12 Grad getrunken werden — 3 years ago

Patric Johnson

9.0

Taverna Estia — 5 years ago

M

8.9

Super ripe. Fruity. Cherries. Jammy. — 8 months ago

Ken Z

9.0

Drank 8/12/20.

Blackberry, soil, and floral aromas of violets and Roses dominate the scent profiles with the latter coming to the forefront after an hour of air. Flavors of blackberry, black cherry, tar, and soil. Medium, dry finish supported by medium plus tannins. Excellent value.

3/22/8/4/3 +90 pts — a year ago

Stanislav Lobanov

9.0

16.5/20 (90/100) — 4 years ago