J Ferrugia

9.2

Upon decanting for 30 minutes the nose is full of ripe cherry, tobacco & a bit of mint.
On the palate the nose is verified with good structure and soft tannin. it is medium bodied, delightful wine that is fully mature and has a long full finish. Drink it now. It is a lovely classic barolo. — a month ago

Max Phillips

8.9

Much fruitier than the barbera but bolder and dryer as well. Sweet and almost sour note on nose. — 2 months ago

Mike Lev

8.9

mostly Sangiovese with Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. Spice, dried fruit, attractive and polished. Under $20? No brainer. — a month ago

Dave Clinton

9.2

Still very lively. Bright red cherries, strawberries! licorice, pepper. Perfectly balanced. — a month ago

Stephanie Hui

9.0

Crisp and refreshing — 2 months ago

Max Phillips

9.1

Oak and red fruit on nose. Bold and very smooth Favorite of GR’s collection I’ve had to date — 2 months ago

Shay A

9.3

A few bottles I opened with my buddy Joe Lucca when work brings him to town!

After having the 2021 rosé version last month, I’ve been itching to try the red. Sardinian Cannonau, which is their version of Grenache.

Followed over two days.

Deep ruby with a hint of purple. Initial aromatics show a little smoke, peppered black raspberries, black cherries and sweet florals. The warmth of the wine is noticeable on the palate…cherry jerky, kirsch, rhubarb, spice. Hibiscus tea. The fruit is bright and almost crunchy (not overly ripe). Good acidity. Structure is quite impressive…plenty of tannin on day two. There’s a faint herbal, almost medicinal, note that I find often in Italian reds like barbera and some merlot. The ABV pokes out a bit (15.5), but I suppose that matches their climate.

If poured blind, Grenache (or Grenache blend) would be the call…juicy, bright, peppery, elevated warmth. It comes across as a singular expression, not a big blend. However, there’s no way I’m taking this to Italy…or rather, Sardinia! Decant for an hour, or hold a few more years. — 3 months ago

Pooneet K

9.3

Delicious Barolo. Haven’t had this producer before. Quite classic with an edge of modernity in the seamlessness of the finish. Great dark fruit, bit of earth and leather, excellent acid, tannins are obviously there but not overwhelming (especially with steak). Quite delicious. — 2 months ago

Max Phillips

9.1

Less bold and slightly less dry than cerrata. More complex. Great nose of dark and red fruits and earth — 2 months ago

Barb

9.5

Love this wine. Clean, crisp. No bitterness. Taste of pears, green apple. — 2 months ago