The colour is medium amber with a very fine, very persistent mousse. On the nose, honey, ripe pear, yellow apple, hazelnut. There is also a distinct toasted and oxidative character from the oak fermentation. On the palate, the wine is fresh and very savoury, with a creamy mousse and a rounded, textured mouthfeel. The finish is marked by freshness and salinity. The aftertaste is rather long. Continue reading “Naturellement”
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Frei Gigante 2021
The colour is medium gold. On the nose, pear, coconut and banana, accompanied by a faintly toasted, honeyed nuance that adds depth to the aromatic profile. On the palate, the wine is fresh and savoury. The texture is pleasantly rounded. The finish is marked by a pronounced salinity, reminiscent of sea spray.
Frei Gigante is produced by Pico Wines, or more precisely the Adega Cooperativa Vitivinícola da Ilha do Pico, the island’s oldest and largest wine cooperative, founded in 1949. Continue reading “Frei Gigante 2021”
Takin Red Wine
The colour is medium garnet. On the nose notes of plum and kirsch. On the palate the wine feels flat, with no real finish or aftertaste.
This fortified wine is produced in Bhutan, supposedly from international grape varieties such as Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. The fact that it is made in such a secluded Himalayan country is probably the only real reason adventurous wine enthusiasts and curious travellers might wish to try Takin Red Wine. Certainly not for the pleasure of drinking it. Continue reading “Takin Red Wine”
Grattamacco 2020
The colour is deep ruby. On the nose, it opens with blackberries, dark cherries, and ripe plums. As the wine unfolds, layers of herbs, cedar, mint, tobacco and smoky notes emerge. The aromatic profile is both powerful and remarkably nuanced, showcasing a complexity that defines the best (Bolgheri) wines. In the mouth, full-bodied and powerful yet beautifully balanced. The tannins are smooth and well integrated. The acidity is vibrant. Continue reading “Grattamacco 2020”
Montevertine 2018
The colour is medium garnet. On the nose, sour cherries, raspberries, liquorice, tobacco leaf and floral notes emerge. On the palate, it is medium-bodied, with firm yet beautifully integrated tannins that provide structure without sacrificing elegance. The finish is discreet, yet long, savoury and persistent.
Produced in the hills of Radda in Chianti, this iconic Toscana IGT favours finesse over opulence. Continue reading “Montevertine 2018”
Originel
The colour is medium gold with a fine, persistent mousse. On the nose, lemon zest, pear, green apple, white peach, and hazelnut. In the mouth, the attack is vibrant, driven by bright acidity and an energic mousse. Beside marked salinity in the finish, which provides freshness and gastronomic appeal, the wine is neither particularly flavourful nor especially long. Overall, it leans more towards freshness than complexity. Continue reading “Originel”
Flor de Pingus 2014
The colour is deep ruby, almost inky. On the nose plum, dark cherries, blueberries, and blackberries, layered with notes of smoke, cedar, coffee, and incense. In the mouth full-bodied and powerful yet remarkably balanced. Silky, fine-grained tannins. Flavors of ripe dark fruit, dark chocolate, and plum compote, balanced by a fresh acidity. The aftertaste is remarkably long and pleasant.
Overall, this wine displays a lot of power, but no excess: everything feels composed and quietly luxurious. Continue reading “Flor de Pingus 2014”
Carta 2022
The colour is a very deep ruby. On the nose, ripe dark cherries, blackberries, and plum, followed by notes of dried herbs, tobacco, and a subtle hint of cocoa. In the mouth, it is round and medium-bodied, with a balanced freshness. The tannins are smooth and well integrated, giving structure without harshness. The finish is warm and medium long. Continue reading “Carta 2022”
Susumaniello Cantele 2024
The colour is a very deep ruby. On the nose, red cherries and wild berries, with hints of Mediterranean herbs such as oregano and rosemary. In the mouth, juicy and vibrant, with a fresh acidity. The tannins are fine and well integrated, giving the wine an elegant structure. The finish is savoury and fruit-driven. The aftertaste is very discreet but stays for a while.
This wine is produced by Cantele winery using Sussumaniello grapes under the broad appellation Puglia IGP denomination. Continue reading “Susumaniello Cantele 2024”
Seraia 2022
The colour is deep ruby. On the nose, ripe plum, black cherry, with subtle citrus and balsamic notes. In the mouth, medium-bodied, smooth, and fruit-forward, with soft tannins. The finish is simple yet pleasant, though not particularly long.
This wine is produced by Cantina Due Palme using Malvasia Nera grapes from Salento in Puglia. Continue reading “Seraia 2022”