Published in April 2008
Wines, Spirits and Beers published in the April 2008 issue of Wine Enthusiast Magazine.
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Tenuta dell'Ornellaia 2004 Masseto Merlot (Toscana)
- Cellar Selection
- $250
Even better than the highly acclaimed 2001 vintage, this Merlot from a tiny, clay soil vineyard in Bolgheri is just about everything you’ve ever dreamed of tasting. Gorgeous, generous, voluptuous, cheerful, succulent and intense: Masseto is all those things. The aromas are seamless and capture the essence of chocolate fudge, sweet cherry, blackberry, spice and…
— M.L.
(4/1/2008)
Tenuta dell'Ornellaia 2004 Ornellaia Red (Bolgheri Superiore)
- Cellar Selection
- $175
This is a hopelessly gorgeous wine with so much energy, intensity, density and good cheer. The superb ensemble—Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot—delivers chocolate fudge, ripe cherry, rhubarb, cola, tobacco and cedar wood. It’s tight and supple, with seamless harmony and excellent succulence on the finish. But it’s that incredible…
— M.L.
(4/1/2008)
Fattoria Petrolo 2004 Galatrona Merlot (Toscana)
- Cellar Selection
- $100
Galatrona is one of Italy’s top Merlots and 2004 is its best vintage yet. The mouthfeel is extraordinary, distinguished by spectacular smoothness and elegance: The wine drinks like a chiaroscuro painting where all elements are harmonious by design. And there’s excellent dimension with vibrant tones of red fruit and sweet spice woven within its fruity fabric.
— M.L.
(4/1/2008)
Tenuta San Guido 2004 Sassicaia Red (Bolgheri Sassicaia)
- Cellar Selection
- $190
The best Sassicaia of the last 10 years, the 2004 vintage is an outstanding achievement. Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc highlight the beauty of Tuscany and portray the region in terms of thick chocolate fudge, succulent cherry and currant, exotic spice and vanilla seed. Beyond those big aromas are little teasers: blue flowers, Mediterranean herbs, cola and…
— M.L.
(4/1/2008)
Bodegas Roda 2005 Cirsion Tempranillo (Rioja)
- $303
Jammy, creamy and superripe, with raspberry, burnt toast and coffee on the thick, meaty nose. Flavors reminiscent of an ice cream sundae work the palate, which means berry syrup, chocolate sauce and vanilla are highly prominent. Texturally speaking, this is a smooth, soft and plush wine. It pushes the envelope on ripeness, but that’s become the Cirsion way. An…
— M.S.
(4/1/2008)
Le Macchiole 2004 Paleo Cabernet Franc (Toscana)
- Cellar Selection
- $105
This Cabernet Franc is beautiful, with incredible succulence, persistence, heat, power and a full plate of enticing fragrances. Coffee, root beer, chocolate, Nutella, graham cracker and cherry liqueur are only a few elements of the wine’s complexity.
— M.L.
(4/1/2008)
Bibi Graetz 2004 Testamatta Sangiovese (Toscana)
- Cellar Selection
- $98
A prominent mineral component moves aside after a few minutes to reveal the true treasures of this Sangiovese-Canaiolo blend. Those include the wine’s gorgeous renderings of small forest fruit, Spanish cedar, cigar box and rum cake. Breathtaking in evolution and intensity.
— M.L.
(4/1/2008)
The Macallan 17 Year Old Fine Oak Speyside Single Malt Whisky
- $120
The luscious Speyside bouquet offers layers of aromas that include smoke, wood, touches of palm oil, browned butter, vanilla bean and pork rind. The palate entry is rich, bittersweet, caramel-like and creamy; at the wonderful midpalate the taste turns sweeter, nuttier and more fudge-like. Finishes elegantly, yet very focused, and integrated. Delicious.
— P.P.
(4/1/2008)
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