92
points
Moletto 2000 Selecti Cabernet Sauvignon (Veneto Orientale)
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$62
Just by looking at its ruby color you can tell that you’re in for a fantastic ride. The nose is beautifully balanced and confirms that the magic of aging is well underway: Prune, dried currant, pencil shavings and graphite notes. On the palate, licorice, toast, vanilla and leather with a dusty quality to the finish; very layered and rich in the mouth.
— M.L.
(9/1/2006)
90-95
points
Moletto Distillato d’Uva Immature Brandy
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$29
Fresh grapy aroma is ripe, viny and just a touch sweet; time in the glass reveals a slightly astringent, pear-like quality that reminds me of Prosecco. Palate entry displays more grapy, peary, spicy ripeness than the bouquet; at midpalate, the astringency noted in the bouquet returns in the form of pomace, grape skins, pulp and light honey. Turns citrusy in the…
— P.P.
(12/15/2003)