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Michele Satta 2003 I Castagni Red (Bolgheri Superiore)
- Cellar Selection
- $80
This is made from a curious 70-20-10 blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah and Teroldego (an indigenous grape of northern Italy). The results include black currant, lead pencil, green spice, natural rubber, smoked bacon and lingering blueberry. With its thick, chewy succulence, jackhammer tannins and amazing length, it will hold 20 years.
— M.L.
(4/1/2008)
Michele Satta 2009 Syrah (Toscana)
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- $75
A pure expression of Syrah from coastal Tuscany, this plush wine opens with cherry, tobacco and cigar-like aromas. It’s fine, elegant and streamlined on the finish thanks to a touch of crispness.
— M.L.
(2/1/2012)
Michele Satta 2007 Piastraia Red (Bolgheri)
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Piastraia is a luscious and decadent wine with a plush, smooth mouthfeel. This blend of Merlot, Syrah, Sangiovese and Cabernet Sauvignon opens with focused mineral tones backed by cherry, blackberry and spice.
— M.L.
(12/15/2010)
Michele Satta 2007 I Castagni Red (Bolgheri Superiore)
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I Castagni (the chestnut trees) is a beautiful blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah and Teroldego (a native grape of northern Italy) that ages 18 months in barrique to achieve impressive richness, density and persistency. The aromas include crushed stone, ripe berry, blackberry, coffee, tar and chocolate.
— M.L.
(12/15/2010)
Michele Satta 2008 Syrah (Toscana)
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Here’s a pure expression of Syrah from coastal Tuscany that lays on intense aromas of smoked bacon, bresaola, cherry fruit, spice, blackberry and black pepper. The wine shows amazing intensity and persistency on the close.
— M.L.
(12/15/2010)
Michele Satta 2008 Red (Bolgheri)
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This beautiful wine boasts impressive harmony and balance between its fruit, spice, tannic and acidic elements. The blend is Cabernet Sauvignon, Sangiovese and Merlot and the bouquet is redolent of cherry, blackberry, cinnamon and leather. Very nice.
— M.L.
(12/15/2010)
Michele Satta 2008 Piastraia Red (Bolgheri)
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- $50
Piastraia (a blend of Merlot, Syrah, Sangiovese and Cabernet Sauvignon) offers inky, dark concentration and ripe aromas of dark fruit, spice, cherry liqueur and chocolate. The wine delivers an oversized, bold character that leaves its mark on the palate.
— M.L.
(2/1/2012)
Michele Satta 2006 Cavaliere Sangiovese (Toscana)
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Here’s an elegantly oak aged Sangiovese with simple but bright fruit tones of cherry, blueberry and raspberry. There’s plenty of spice, cola and cured meat at the back and the wine ends with fresh acidity and smooth tannins.
— M.L.
(12/15/2010)
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