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Castello d'Albola 2004 Acciaiolo Red (Toscana)
- $60
This is a breakthrough vintage for Castello d’Albola and its team of winemakers who have crafted a truly beautiful and compelling wine rich with soft tones of chocolate fudge, almond paste, chewy cherry and long-lasting blueberry tones. The wine is plush and chewy in the mouth with big fruit flavors, yet it remains elegant and balanced at the same time.
— M.L.
(3/1/2008)
Castello d'Albola 2007 Acciaiolo Red (Toscana)
- Online Exclusive
- $90
Acciaiolo is a super Tuscan blend of Sangiovese and Cabernet Sauvignon that opens with concentrated and opulent aromas of dark cherry, chocolate and exotic spice. The mouthfeel shows heft and depth. Give the wine a few more years in the cellar to soften those toasted oak influences.
— M.L.
(5/1/2012)
Castello d'Albola 1993 Acciaiolo Sangiovese (Toscana)
- $33
A wine of sensuality rather than power. Dark color with a nose combining dark cherry and lavender. Flavors take on a smoky, earthy character. Long finish. Aromatic, balanced.
— M.G.
(5/1/1999)
Castello d'Albola 1995 Acciaiolo Sangiovese (Toscana)
- $44
A well-made Super Tuscan sporting 60% Sangiovese and 40% Cabernet Sauvignon. Snappy berry aromas mix with notes of leather on the bouquet. Excellent fruit quality, though it isn’t a whopper. Solid tannins will keep this lively for years to come. Finishes with warmth and just the mildest amount of oak-driven astringency.
— M.S.
(3/1/2000)
Castello d'Albola 1992 Trebbiano-Malvasia (Vin Santo del Chianti Classico)
- $50
A beautifully balanced vin santo—not too sweet and not too alcoholic. Combines hints of nuts and stone fruits on the nose, develops apricot, almond paste and chestnut honey flavors on the palate, finishing with notes of candied orange peel. Yes, the 1992 is the current vintage of this delicious dessert wine.
— W.E.
(3/1/2004)
Castello d'Albola 1999 Riserva Sangiovese (Chianti Classico)
- Editors' Choice
- $23
Shows some obvious oak influence on the nose, in hints of coffee, toast and chocolate. These elements smooth out and integrate nicely with the rest of the wine on the palate, joined by bright cherries and an underlying note of finely tanned leather. Boasts a chewy, rich mouthfeel and a long, tart finish, anchored by black tea notes.
— W.E.
(3/1/2004)
Castello d'Albola 2005 Riserva Sangiovese (Chianti Classico)
- $28
This lush and ruby-colored Riserva has a sweet nose that is redolent of ripe cherry, Christmas spice, cinnamon and nutmeg. The wine has a bright, luminous appearance and is particularly lively in the mouth thanks to its cherry-driven finish and cleansing acidity.
— M.L.
(6/1/2009)
Castello d'Albola 1999 Trebbiano-Malvasia (Vin Santo del Chianti Classico)
- $60
Here’s a fruity, cheerful wine that boasts a luminous golden color and enticing notes of honey-coated almonds, crusty crème brûlée, almond amaretto and a twist of orange zest. It’s lighter and more approachable than your typical vin santo. If you plan to visit Tuscany, this estate’s vin santo barrel room will be a highlight of your trip.
— M.L.
(9/1/2008)
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