A smoky, charcoal quality is rendered broader thanks to sour cherry, herbal or menthol notes, plum and toasted wood. Gripping tannins give solid structure but ride out smooth on the finish.
— W.E.
(4/1/2006)
Coldisole opens with oak-driven aromas of coffee bean, smoked bacon, dark spice and savory bresaola and fruit aromas that resemble dried prune, cassis and plum cake. The wine excels in the mouth where it displays silky, polished feel.
— M.L.
(5/1/2012)
Coldisole presents a streamlined, traditional Brunello with focused attention on bright cherry, prunes and plums. The wine is tonic and fresh in the mouth with polished tannins and would make an excellent companion to pasta and risotto with parmigiano.
— M.L.
(6/1/2009)
Part of the Lionello Marchesi collection of Italian estates, Coldisole consistently produces quality Brunello with a large enough case production to make the wines reasonably easy to locate in the USA. This expression offers a bright, ruby appearance followed by vibrant aromas of cherry and spice.
— M.L.
(10/1/2010)
Coldisole’s bright, ruby-colored Brunello delivers chewy fruit nuances backed by fresh aromas of cherry, blueberry and plum. The wine’s texture is grainy but firm and would pair well with roasted duck or quail.
— M.L.
(5/1/2009)
This distinctive Rosso di Montalcino offers aromas that will remind you of smoked ham or bacon backed by mature berries and forest brush. In the mouth, the wine is sharp and compact, with a streamlined feel and polished tannins. The consistency is on the lean side.
— M.L.
(8/1/2010)