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Bottega Vinaia 2000 Lagrein (Trentino)
- Editors' Choice
- $21
The pick of the litter is this offering from the indigenous Lagrein grape, which is sometimes compared to Syrah. Floral notes add elegance to lush blackberry and blueberry fruit, finishing long and spicy, with a touch of vanilla.
— W.E.
(4/1/2004)
Bottega Vinaia 2006 Pinot Grigio (Trentino)
- Editors' Choice
- $17
Cavit’s Bottega Vinaia line offers an extremely likeable and creamy wine that will more than satisfy adoring fans of Italian Pinot Grigio. The layered aromas are both opulent and pristine and recall acacia flower, yellow fruit, butterscotch and honey—loads of honey. In the mouth, it is lean and fresh with perky spice on the finish.
— M.L.
(12/1/2007)
Bottega Vinaia 2004 Teroldego (Teroldego Rotaliano)
- $19
The concentrated, big, blackberry fruit is almost over the top but deftly brought into balance thanks to more austere nuances of licorice, black tar and worn leather. The wine leaves a big impact in the mouth thanks to its good structure and length.
— M.L.
(12/1/2007)
Bottega Vinaia 2005 Pinot Grigio (Trentino)
- $18
Smooth, silky and suggestively redolent of banana, yellow fruit and white stone. There’s a unique roundness or velvetiness to this wine, but also fruity freshness and playful youthfulness. Very food friendly. Imported by Palm Bay Imports.
— M.L.
(6/1/2006)
Bottega Vinaia 2003 Teroldego Rotaliano (Trentino)
- $19
The torrid 2003 heat helped shape a generously fruity wine with wild berry, red rose petal and lots of nut, leather and vanilla from six months of oak aging. Has rock-solid tannic structure and a zesty finish. Grapes come from a tiny triangle of land at the foot of the Dolomites. Imported by Palm Bay Imports.
— M.L.
(9/1/2005)
Bottega Vinaia 2002 Pinot Grigio (Trentino)
- $20
A distinct step up from many Pinot Grigios, with floral and herbal nuances layered over a fresh-fruit core of peaches, pears and white-fleshed melons. Tangerine and anise notes give a lift to the finish.
— W.E.
(4/1/2004)
Bottega Vinaia 2001 Chardonnay (Trentino)
- $20
Only 30% is barrel-fermented in French oak, the rest in stainless steel, so the wood component is understated, allowing lush pineapple and pear fruit to shine on the midpalate. Dried spices (clove and cinnamon) become more apparent on the finish, while the fruit fades away.
— W.E.
(4/1/2004)
Bottega Vinaia 2004 Pinot Grigio (Trentino)
- $18
A landmark Italian Grigio that has set the bar for dozens of other imports, and for good reason: This wine is packed tight with pear, peach, almond skin and a touch of lemon zest. Compact and consistent in the mouth, and a great match for bouillabaisse. Imported by Palm Bay Imports.
— M.L.
(6/1/2006)
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