Sottimano Nebbiolo, Barbaresco DOCG, Italy

索瑪諾內(nèi)比奧羅干紅葡萄酒

點擊次數(shù)：6348

There is nothing subtle about the 2008 Barbaresco Cotta. Waves of fruit hit the palate in this rich, juicy Barbaresco. Forward fruit is one of the hallmarks of Cotta, and there is no shortage of it in the 2008. Sweet dark plums, cherries, mint and licorice are some of the notes that flesh out in the glass. The mid-weight style of the vintage nevertheless comes through. With some air, the Cotta is enjoyable even at this early stage. Anticipated maturity: 2013-2028. This is a stunning set of wines from the Sottimano family. The 2008 Barbareschi are among the wines of the vintage and are not to be missed. The transparency and sheer class of these wines is first-rate.Various American importers, including Michael Skurnik, Syosset, NY; tel. (516) 677-9300, Estate Wines Ltd., San Rafael CA; tel. (415) 492-9411 and Giuliana Imports, Boulder CO; (303) 547-6343

The 2007 Barbaresco Cotta is terrific, perhaps because the qualities of the vintage are so well suited to those of the vineyard. The 2007 is an intensely perfumed, floral Cotta laced with freshly cut roses, dark fruit, sweet baking spices and minerals. In many vintages the Cotta can lean towards a fruit-driven style, but in 2007 the aromatics, fruit and structural components are as well balanced and seamlessly integrated as I have ever encountered here. This is a truly magnificent Barbaresco from Sottimano. Anticipated maturity: 2015-2027. Sottimano’s 2007 Barbareschi have been impressive every time I have tasted them, starting from barrel a few years ago, to two tastings from bottle in recent months. Readers owe it to themselves to check out these exceptional, beautiful hand-crafted wines.Various American importers, including: Skurnik Wines, Syosset, NY; tel. (516) 677-9300, Estate Wines Ltd., San Rafael CA; (415) 492-9411, Giuliana Imports, Boulder CO; (303) 547-6343, MS Walker, Warren, RI; tel. (401) 247-0646, Domace Vino, Shoreview, MN; tel. (612) 501-5799