Here’s a tonic and bright expression of Montepulciano d’Abruzzo with vibrant berry notes and mature black fruit at the back. The wine does a good job of contrasting the young fruit tones against a heavier, more austere backdrop of muscle and general firmness.
— M.L.
(9/1/2009)
Nuarè is a bright and cheerful Pinot Noir with fruit sourced from northern Italy that shows pretty nuances of forest berry and blue flower. The mouthfeel is lean and compact but the low price is one of this wine’s biggest selling points.
— M.L.
(5/1/2011)
A 70-30 blend of Nero d’Avola and Syrah, this has a dark garnet color, with ripe aromas of blackberry and sour cherry. The wine’s acidity gives the palate a lively pop.
— M.L.
(3/1/2013)
Typical ripe fruit nuances of maraschino cherry and dried currant are on display here. The wine is simple and fruity in the mouth and ripe cherry really is the main theme of this easy-drinking red.
— M.L.
(3/1/2011)
This wine opens with ripe berry tones and light touches of moist earth and dried beef. It’s simple but clean, and finishes with a bright cherry accent.
— M.L.
(6/1/2012)
The wine opens with a pungent aroma of ripe fruit and delivers blackberry, spice and cola as it evolves in the glass. It imparts a thick, chewy feel in the mouth with a rich finish.
— M.L.
(5/1/2010)