Alan smith

9.4

78% Cabernet Sauvignon, 13% Merlot, 6% Cabernet Franc, 3% Malbec.

22 months in 50% new French Oak. 14.5% ABV.

OB94, WE93.

This tastes more like a Left Bank Bordeaux than a straight Cab. It is thoroughly enjoyable with buoyant fruit, lively acids and rich oak.

BlackBerry, cherry, cloves, black tea, heaping of spices, rich integrated oak.

Equal parts fun and serious. Good Walla Walla red wine. — 10 days ago

Méo Rikken

9.0

Volle wijn, hitjes van fruit — 2 years ago

S Liu

9.1

Dry and irresistibly drinkable, even at room temperature. — 4 years ago

AEL

9.1

Pungent, interesting wine. Crushed flowers, overly ripe plum, sour cherries, ripe raspberries, maybe bark. Astringent. Serious wine. Open this way in advance. — a month ago

leon egozi

9.1

NY wine spectator event — 7 months ago

Ryan Labbe

9.0

Great bottle paired with wild boar. Beautiful — 4 years ago

NiiAmah

9.3

Really good. Pricey, but rich, full-bodied, well-balanced. — 4 years ago

Tim O’Brien

9.2

soft, sweet syrah, not dry at all from Washington Walla walla valley @ Bardot Brasserie in the Aria — 2 months ago

Freddy R. Troya

9.1

Piano Chiuso Riserva, 2022, Masca del Tacco – Primitivo di Manduria DOC, Puglia, Italy 🇮🇹

Overview
100% Primitivo sourced from the Manduria zone in southern Puglia, one of the most concentrated terroirs for the grape. This Riserva expression highlights the richness and power typical of Primitivo di Manduria while maintaining notable balance and polish.

Aromas & Flavors
Ripe blackberry, black cherry, and plum layered with dark chocolate, sweet spice, and subtle Mediterranean herbal undertones.

Mouthfeel
Full-bodied and muscular with dense fruit concentration. Smooth tannins and a polished texture lead to a long and satisfying finish with minimal rustic edges.

Food Pairings
Braised meats, grilled steak, lamb dishes, hearty ragù pasta, aged cheeses.

Verdict
A powerful yet refined Primitivo that showcases the depth and character of Manduria with impressive balance and drinkability.

Did You Know?
Primitivo di Manduria wines often reach higher alcohol levels due to the region’s warm climate and naturally sugar-rich grapes, contributing to their bold structure and dense fruit profile.

🍷 Personal Pick
The real deal. Bold, character-driven, and dangerously drinkable, hard to stop at just one glass. — 2 months ago

Neil Valenzuela

8.9

Deep ruby color. Aromas of licorice, dark chocolate and dark cherry. Dark, robust blackberries, coffee and cedar/dry finish. — 4 years ago