Consistent with a note from 7 years ago, which is saying something. Dark ripe, red fruits on the edge of roasted, anise, alcohol, oak, vanilla and prodigious tannins battle it out in a modern Barolo-style wine. More accessible now, but would still benefit from a few hours in a decanter if you want to tame the tannins. Since I almost never decant except for fear of sediment, this hits hard in the first hour even at age 14. I worry a little that the tannins might outrun the rest of the elements before it's all said and done.
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10/28/2014 - David Paris (dbp) wrote: 88 Points
The wines of Canale's Matteo Correggia with Brigitta Correggia (E&R Wine Shop, Portland OR): Dark in color but light in aroma. Pretty, but barely detectable. Rich flavor on the palate though, with a texture that's also very nice. Some gritty tannins present, but nice fruit. Rich, thick tannins dominate the finish.
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5/7/2014 - bevetroppo Likes this wine: 90 Points
Consistent with a note from 7 years ago, which is saying something. Dark ripe, red fruits on the edge of roasted, anise, alcohol, oak, vanilla and prodigious tannins battle it out in a modern Barolo-style wine. More accessible now, but would still benefit from a few hours in a decanter if you want to tame the tannins. Since I almost never decant except for fear of sediment, this hits hard in the first hour even at age 14. I worry a little that the tannins might outrun the rest of the elements before it's all said and done.
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10/11/2008 - zimmy07 wrote: 90 Points
Far better than the other bottle. Sweet plums, strawberries and some tobacco/tar hints. Really floral on the nose. well balanced and drinking well now
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7/1/2008 - Jozefs wrote: 91 Points
Wide open and singing, beautiful fruit, great balance, good acidity.
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6/21/2007 - zimmy07 wrote: 81 Points
lost a lot of fruit and sharp tannins. really nothing like other tasting notes.
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