Venica & Venica
Ronco delle Mele Collio Sauvignon
Collio, Friuli-Venezia Giulia, Italy
The 2021 Sauvignon Ronco Delle Mele is delicate and understated in the glass, wafting up with hints of gingery spice and dried apricots. This is silky smooth and medium-bodied, with ripe orchard fruits and exotic spices flowing effortlessly across a juicy acidity core. A staining of saline minerals is left lingering beneath an air of inner florals as the 2021 finishes cooling and fresh. While balanced to age, I’m not sure if it matters because this vintage of Ronco Delle Mele aims to please. (Eric Guido, Vinous, April 2023)
The 2021 Sauvignon Ronco Delle Mele is delicate and understated in the glass, wafting up with hints of gingery spice and dried apricots. This is silky smooth and medium-bodied, with ripe orchard fruits and exotic spices flowing effortlessly across a juicy acidity core. A staining of saline minerals is left lingering beneath an air of inner florals as the 2021 finishes cooling and fresh. While balanced to age, I’m not sure if it matters because this vintage of Ronco Delle Mele aims to please. (Eric Guido, Vinous, April 2023)
Apr 19th, 2023The 2020 Sauvignon Ronco delle Mele impresses with musky dried peaches, pears, candied lime and pungent yellow florals that form with time in the glass. There are depths of silky textures, seeming almost oily at times; yet balance is expertly maintained as nuances of kiwi and sweet exotic spices collect upon the senses. Sour tropical melon, crystalized ginger and hints of mint all linger long, while the 2020 tapers off with tension, yet still incredibly fresh. This is a fantastic Ronco delle Mele for the near term or short-term cellaring. (Eric Guido, Vinous, April 2020)
The 2020 Sauvignon Ronco delle Mele impresses with musky dried peaches, pears, candied lime and pungent yellow florals that form with time in the glass. There are depths of silky textures, seeming almost oily at times; yet balance is expertly maintained as nuances of kiwi and sweet exotic spices collect upon the senses. Sour tropical melon, crystalized ginger and hints of mint all linger long, while the 2020 tapers off with tension, yet still incredibly fresh. This is a fantastic Ronco delle Mele for the near term or short-term cellaring. (Eric Guido, Vinous, April 2020)
Pungent, mineral, exotic nose but finely etched palate. Held up nicely with multiple days in bottle, would love to explore with some time shed some primary character.
Pungent, mineral, exotic nose but finely etched palate. Held up nicely with multiple days in bottle, would love to explore with some time shed some primary character.
Aug 21st, 2021
Refreshing and lively. Grassy up front and was great with a shrimp and chili pasta but would be enjoyable at the beach. Showed melon, peach, herbs, pepper and flowers. A bargain.
Refreshing and lively. Grassy up front and was great with a shrimp and chili pasta but would be enjoyable at the beach. Showed melon, peach, herbs, pepper and flowers. A bargain.
May 24th, 2020
Rich and creamy. Briny salinity, wild herbs, barnyard funk, clay, and yet with undertones of ripe tropical fruits. Moderate plus acidity and body. A unique Friuli Sauvignon Blanc.
Rich and creamy. Briny salinity, wild herbs, barnyard funk, clay, and yet with undertones of ripe tropical fruits. Moderate plus acidity and body. A unique Friuli Sauvignon Blanc.
Dec 2nd, 2018
Gooseberry, quince , melon - mature golden straw color looks much older than a 2016 but amazing aromatics
Gooseberry, quince , melon - mature golden straw color looks much older than a 2016 but amazing aromatics
Mar 11th, 2018@GiampaoloVenica Boom.
@GiampaoloVenica Boom.
1 person found it helpfulOct 5th, 2012
Damn, beautifully aged and insanely fresh. Thanks Giampaolo.
Damn, beautifully aged and insanely fresh. Thanks Giampaolo.
Nov 19th, 2016Always impressed by the longevity of Ronco Mele! '02 is just shining! 2005 Ronco Cime is richer and softer as a Friulano should be.
Always impressed by the longevity of Ronco Mele! '02 is just shining! 2005 Ronco Cime is richer and softer as a Friulano should be.
Nov 19th, 2016