Gianfranco Alessandria
Case Basse di Gianfranco Soldera
Riserva Brunello di Montalcino Sangiovese 1998
Mini vertical ‘98, ‘06, ‘09. This was my favorite. Wonderful aromas of licorice,leather, plums and black cherry are all replicated on the palate. Except for the color, a red core and a brick rim one would be hard pressed to guess its age — 14 days ago
It is hard to explain the tactile experience of this wine. Once you have Soldera you can truly understand all the fuss about Brunello di Montalcino i reckon.
No others producers are close to his level, some have taken the same direction, but it is a long way to catch up.
Vigneti Massa
Derthona Colli Tortonesi Timorasso 2022
Some buzz around this producer so approached with some anticipation. Restrained white flowers & confectionery Turkish delights on nose; mouthfeel quite smooth & elegant, w a stronger Riesling & Chenin Blanc presence, more of those white flowers & some RS. I’ve aged some other producers Timorasso w excellent results so see no reason this can’t do same, but this is drinking well young too. — 2 months ago
Fratelli Alessandria
Monvigliero Barolo Nebbiolo 2017
Really enjoyed this Monvigliero showing red cherry, strawberry, rose petal & spice box. Youthful with silky tannins that needed some air — 5 days ago
La Scolca
Bianco Secco Cortese 2018
My first white bottle selection wasn’t available so I chose this instead. Not a bad consolation prize: apple, white peach, citrus nose, medium body, engaging acidity backed by minerality. Great accompaniment to the table’s seafood and chicken entrées. — 2 months ago
Pio Cesare
Gavi Cortese 2023
Pale lemon color with aromas of fresh stone fruits, citrus and floral notes, aged in stainless with plenty of lees contact. On the palate flavors of pear, apple and lemon citrus with lively acidity and blossom notes. Medium finish ending with citrus and creamy mineral character. Drink now while it’s still fresh! — 2 months ago
Vigne Regali (Banfi)
Principessa Gavia Gavi Cortese
light floral/citrus nose. Balanced acidity with melon tangerine & slight minerality. Very refreshing. — 2 months ago
Case Basse di Gianfranco Soldera
Case Basse Riserva Brunello di Montalcino Sangiovese 2009
A bodacious nose that is a mixture of red and black fruit. A little more weight on the palate than what I have encountered with Soldera. .Tons of fruit and energy take control. — 2 days ago
Villa Sparina
Gavi Cortese
This is nice! Gavi. So good! — 2 months ago
Case Basse di Gianfranco Soldera
Toscana Sangiovese 2015
Very aromatic, very fine tannins, light in color. Amazing as usual. — 2 months ago
Stephan Sullivan Jr.
With ice berg Ferg and Emboweezy we sippin — 26 minutes ago