Color is starting to add some orange-hued brick around the edges. The first whiff on the nose makes it clear that this is more Rhone than Outback, showing blackberries, black olives, and very rare beef. Blackberries and olives show, too, on the palate, with tar, white pepper and a tiny
Last time I was in Sicily, there was great excitement in the local wine community about the creation of the island’s first DOCG, its first highly denominated wine classification (Denominazione di Origine Controllata e Garantita). Amongst the rest of us,-read more-
Historically, Sicilian culture was fascinating but routinely bloody. Thankfully, today the only red you’ll find flowing freely is the wine. This Italian island offers great wines, a richly diverse cuisine, and accommodations steeped in history. The true Sicilian experience begins-read more-
When people who don't love sweet wines ask for more, you know this is a particularly great vintage – and I’ve had this wine several times before. A floral hint wafts up at first. Early sips are orange, apricot and-read more-
A silky, rich, nectar like consistency with flavors and aromas of specific fruits and herbs. Fruit and herb cocktail! The 2006 had apricot and peach combining with wild sagebrush aromas. For a full review visit Adam’s blog WineZag. WHO: Carlo-read more-