Fuller aroma and character than the Dolcetto, as a portion of the wine spends time maturing in used wood barrels. But like the Dolcetto, this too has classy, fresh fruit aromas. That tell-ta … view more

Fresh, high quality Dolcetto from a top producer, balancing modernity with classicism. Clean, ripe fruit of strawberries and cherries. 04/11

Serena Sutcliffe, MW: "Lovely `sweet leather` (think Cheval Blanc!) taste. In 2009, this had just been released on to the market." 02/10

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Slightly stained labels

Slightly stained labels

Full notes of tropical fruits, pineapples, mango, and coconut lead into a rich, concentrated and expansive palate of fruits and minerals. For as big as this wine is, its balance is impressiv … view more

This is my kind of Dolcetto - bright black cherries, lovely ripe fruit, lush, polished and rich (not lean, weedy and acidic) and at the right price. Serve chilled in the summer, but this is … view more

Jamie Ritchiequot;Good nose, still `tight`, but attractive tea, tar and roses. Good structure and classy wine. Excellent concentration and length. Beginning to drink from now and an e … view more

Serena Sutcliffe, MW: "Rich, wild, herby wine with that lovely glycerol brut sign-off we like. Beautiful balance of fruit & acidity. This estate goes from strength to … view more

Fontodi`s straight Chianti Classico is usually a match for (or better than) all the others. Yes, it is a little bit more expensive, but it is always reassuringly good and very typical of the … view more

Jamie Ritchie: "Soft sweet fruit, with plenty of savory ripe blueberries. Well made and interesting. Good value."

Zesty, lemons, with crisp, green apple, and stoniness - good focus and clarity. After searching far and wide for a Pinot Grigio (our first!) we finally found this wine from La Cadalora - dec … view more

Serena Sutcliffe, MW: "The 20th anniversary Ornellaia and a stunner of a wine. An astonishing blackberry/brambly nose with huge scents of wild herbs and roses. All-su … view more

Serena Sutcliffe, MW: "Very elegant aromatics on the nose. Very scented and with fine cassis notes. A beautifully refined taste, with redcurrants, raspberries and cof … view more

Serena Sutcliffe, MW: "Tight, big, concentrated nose. Huge, tannic, a keeper on the grand scale. Great liquorice flavours. Black fruit and glycerol to match the powe … view more

Serena Sutcliffe, MW: "Deep cassis nose of great impact. Lots of blackcurrants on the palate too. The fruit profile is excellent. Beautifully defined with a deliciou … view more

Serena Sutcliffe, MW: "All the spices in the world on the nose and palate, plus a touch of vanilla. So accessible and winning – it was always this immediacy that won i … view more

Serena Sutcliffe, MW: "Very elegant aromatics on the nose. Very scented and with fine cassis notes. A beautifully refined taste, with redcurrants, raspberries and cof … view more

Serena Sutcliffe, MW: "Real black fruit, tobacco and wild herbs on the nose. Black cherries and vanilla on the palate, with a finish of cigars. Fine-grained and super … view more

Serena Sutcliffe, MW: "Real black fruit, tobacco and wild herbs on the nose. Black cherries and vanilla on the palate, with a finish of cigars. Fine-grained and super … view more

Serena Sutcliffe, MW: "Very elegant aromatics on the nose. Very scented and with fine cassis notes. A beautifully refined taste, with redcurrants, raspberries and cof … view more