Avvoltore offers a soft, supple texture and bright, round fruit. It’s a perfect starting point for those who may want to learn more about the many wines of Maremma.
— M.L.
(2/1/2012)
Morellino is a terrific red wine that is particularly food-friendly, easy-to-drink and delicious. This producer makes one of the best expressions available, characterized by bright blueberry, cherry and pulpy red fruit.
— M.L.
(4/1/2011)
The Maremma is a paradise for horseback riders and hunters and there’s something about this juicy red that makes you crave a hearty game dish by an open hearth. Its aromas are very mature and include cracked white pepper, ripe blackberry, and smoked meat.
— M.L.
(4/1/2008)
This wine from Moris Farms is ripe with thick layers of blackberry, forest fruit, green leaf, dried hay and earthy Porcini mushroom. It has a chewy, almost sweet consistency with bold texture and good length.
— M.L.
(4/1/2008)
Here’s a sweet Morellino Riserva with soft tones of black cherry and spice weaved throughout the wine’s thick, juicy concentration. It’s a simple but immensely pleasurable wine with slightly earthy tones of red soil and white mushroom. The wine is sweet and chewy and offers loads of ripe cherry on the close.
— M.L.
(11/1/2009)
Bright, raw aromas of blueberry and fresh raspberry are followed by cola, leather and a touch of polished river stone. This is a youthful, food-friendly alternative from Tuscany.
— M.L.
(10/1/2011)
Vermentino, especially from this sun-drenched part of southern Tuscany, is quickly climbing the ranks as one of Italy’s most food-friendly whites. The variety’s natural characteristics lean towards creamy vanilla and mature peach, which make it a great companion to butter- or cream-based dishes. This expression also adds notes of dried apple, pear and cinnamon.
— M.L.
(3/1/2008)
Moris Farms offers a very generous and intense interpretation of Morellino with remarkable integrity of fruit and a big, plump, juicy style. The wine could pair with roast pork or fried chicken. A small percentage of Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah is added to the wine.
— M.L.
(5/1/2009)