Winery - Castello del Terriccio
* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
A nice performance from Tuscany, this extracted and rich wine (made from a blend of mostly Syrah and Petit Verdot) boasts penetrating aromas of herbs, roasted nut, spice and clove. Red fruit is in there, too, but in smaller doses. It’s a big, brawny wine with drying tannins and a robust constitution.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
Lively aromas of plum, cherry and vanilla are on the mark and inviting. Flavors of blackberry, cherry and mineral are solid and complex. Finishes clean and proper. Simply a well-made, international-style red; round, ripe and ready.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
This is a 40-30-30% blend of Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot that is rich in floral and herbal notes. Rosemary, sage, violets, figs, plum and licorice aromas are harmonious and well-integrated thanks to 14 months of oak aging. Allow the wine a few minutes to open in the glass.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
Here’s a fresh straw-colored Chardonnay (that only sees stainless steel) with vibrant tones of stone fruit, yellow flower, melon, peach and drying minerals. Lean and crisp on the palate, it closes with nice spice and a touch of lemon zest.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
Lupicaia (a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Petit Verdot) is said to be influenced by the eucalyptus trees that border the vineyard. Indeed, spicy green notes reminiscent of pungent peppercorn distinguish this wine and are at the core of a complex embroidery of aromas that include black fruit, spice and vanilla. Hold for five years.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
Stainless steel fermentation and refining helps shape clean and fresh aromas of exotic fruit, lime, kiwi, chopped sage and white stone. It is lean but incredibly clean and crisp on the palate and is exactly the kind of wine you want in ample supply during summer months.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
This is a first-class interpretation of Cabernet Sauvignon with a fine point of chopped parsley embellished by contrasting aromas of leather, dark chocolate and plum. It’s compact and composed on the palate with a refined smoky quality, dusty tannins and lingering menthol freshness.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
A very exciting wine with amazing elegance and linearity that delivers intense aromas of licorice, menthol, toast and pressed blackberry. It boasts a penetrating intensity in terms of its ruby color and in the mouth where firm tannins are followed by lingering freshness on the finish.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
Here’s a beautiful super Tuscan blend of Sangiovese, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon available at a moderately reasonable price. The Castello del Terriccio estate overlooks the sea in Coastal Tuscany and presents aromas of well ripened fruit and plenty of background smoke and tobacco.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
This wine hails from the Maremma region of Tuscany, and frankly, it did not really excite us. The aromas are a bit harsh and astringent, while the palate is jumbled, offering tart fruit in front of heavy, bitter finishing notes. Imported by Kobrand.
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