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Tuscany 2009 and 2010: A World of Opposites (Jun 2012)

The 2009 Perlato del Bosco is gorgeous. Blackberries, graphite, blueberry jam, violets, spices and new leather are some of the many notes that flow from this plush, totally inviting wine. A juicy, expansive finish rounds things out in style.

Central Tuscany: Maremma, Montepulciano and Beyond (Mar 2019)

The 2016 Perlato del Bosco, 100% Sangiovese, is plump, juicy and forward, all qualities that are typical of Sangioveses from the southern part of Maremma, and the Suvereto in particular. Varietal red Sangiovese fruit is nicely amped up in this generous, inviting wine. A touch of new oak frames the finish nicely.

Barbaresco – Out of the Shadows: The 2016s & 2015s (Oct 2018)

The 2014 Barbaresco Riserva Muncagota is another of the overachievers in this range. White pepper, bright red cherry, floral notes and mint cut through the fruit in this beautifully vivid, crystalline Barbaresco. There is a level of energy, drive and overall nuance in the 2014 I don’t recall having seen in the past. The 2014…

La Lumière Noire: 2019 Burgundy – Côte de Beaune (Dec 2020)

The 2019 Clos Saint-Denis Grand Cru demonstrates a little more amplitude than the Clos de la Roche because of the one-third stem addition. It is exquisitely defined, offering precise black fruit laced with melted tar and graphite notes, and wonderful focus. The palate is medium-bodied with fine tannins framing the judiciously spiced black fruit that…

La Lumière Noire: 2019 Burgundy – Côte de Beaune (Dec 2020)

The 2019 Clos Saint-Denis Grand Cru demonstrates a little more amplitude than the Clos de la Roche because of the one-third stem addition. It is exquisitely defined, offering precise black fruit laced with melted tar and graphite notes, and wonderful focus. The palate is medium-bodied with fine tannins framing the judiciously spiced black fruit that…

New Releases from Australia, Part 1 (Jul 2007)

Inky ruby. Deep, powerfully aromatic red berry and cherry aromas are complemented by exotic Asian spices and vanilla, with a slow-mounting floral note adding interest. Weighty red and dark fruit flavors are gently supported by soft acidity and sneaky minerality. Gains sweetness with air, taking a jammy turn on the finish but maintaining superb energy…