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Guided walking Tour through the Vineyards in the Valley of Gods and the Menegolli Wineries. Book your tour in advance (minimum 7 adults) which will take place in Valpantena – VERONA.
Pinot Noir
Sangiovese Sierra Folia
Nebbiolo
Castello di Neive
Chardonnay
Domaine Prieuré-Roch Blanc
Score: 95
a d ' O n i c e B r u n e l l o d i M o n t a l c i n o
Score: 95
o m b a i o B r u n e l l o d i M o n t a l c i n o
Score: 90
n e l l o d i M o n t a l c i n o R i s e r v a 2 0 1 5
The 2015 Cava d’Onice Brunello di Montalcino Riserva is a friut-forward and sweetly spiced effort. Ripe black cherries, cinnamon, all spice and clove form a seductive bouquet with grounding hints of sage and leather. The textures are silky, offset by tart red berries with inner herbal and floral tones forming over a layer of grippy tannins. Youthfully dry and structured, this tapers off with chewy feel. This is balanced enough for mid-term cellaring, yeti t lacks gravitas.
Score: 17/20
n e l l o d i M o n t a l c i n o C o l o m b a i o 2 0 1 5
The 2015 Cava d’Onice Brunello di Montalcino Riserva is a friut-forward and sweetly spiced effort. Ripe black cherries, cinnamon, all spice and clove form a seductive bouquet with grounding hints of sage and leather. The textures are silky, offset by tart red berries with inner herbal and floral tones forming over a layer of grippy tannins. Youthfully dry and structured, this tapers off with chewy feel. This is balanced enough for mid-term cellaring, yeti t lacks gravitas.
Score: 95
n e l l o d i M o n t a l c i n o C o l o m b a i o 2 0 1 8
Clean on the nose bringing to mind memories of white peaches, strawberries and summer cherries. In the background there’s citrus with lemon peel and blood oranges but also Mediterranean herbs such as rosemary and burnt sage. Full bodied on the palate, well polymerized tannins and a full, engaging finale. Optimum distension and progression for a thoroughbred who will continue to grow over time. Better from 2023.
Score: 94
n e l l o d i M o n t a l c i n o C a v a d ' O n i c e 2 0 1 8
Opalescent on the nose showing notes of black prunes and wild blueberries. Secondarily liquorice sticks, star of anice and spices such as black pepper and cloves fill the glass giving pleasant, controlled opulence. Full bodied, biting tannins and a rustic yet well trained finale. Better from 2024.
Score: 96
n e l l o d i M o n t a l c i n o C o l o m b a i o 2 0 1 5
It is composed and defined in the brightness of a vibrant, crisp red that shows notes of cherries, white flowers and red blossoms. Pressed grape must dominates the secondary scene. Lightness blends with the amiability of a perfectly ripe and expertly crafted fruit. Medium body, round tannins without edge and a graceful finish full of juiciness and bite. Better by 2021.
Score: 97
n e l l o d i M o n t a l c i n o C a v a d ' O n i c e 2 0 1 6
The intact fruit seems impossible to scratch and in a solid and centered way expresses assurance in the joyful sensory framework full of black plums, red plums, broken myrtle leaves, cloves and pressed lime. Full body, smooth, perfectly ripe tannins reminiscent of velvet on the palate and a finish of untamed beauty. Meglio dal 2021.
Score: 93
n e l l o d i M o n t a l c i n o C a v a d ' O n i c e 2 0 1 4
Very ripe aroma with prunes, figs and hibiscus flowers. Slightly dry tannins and a fruity finish. Drink now.
Score: 97
n e l l o d i M o n t a l c i n o C a v a d ' O n i c e 2 0 1 5
Pure energy in this bubbling red with notes of red flowers, cedar, grapefruit juice and lime. Beautiful sensory complexity that makes use of the presence of fresh ginger that gives intensity and precision to the matrix. What quality fruit in the mid-palate that shows ripe, dense tannins in the structure and a solid, concentrated, high-performance finish. Excellence made in Montalcino. Better by 2022.
Score: 94
n e l l o d i M o n t a l c i n o C a v a d ' O n i c e 2 0 1 3
Hints of strawberries, plums and black cherries. Chopped hazelnut in the background. Full body, ripe and well-smoothed tannins and a juicy finish of great harmony. A great wine. Drink now until 2024.
Score: 92
n e l l o d i M o n t a l c i n o R i s e r v a 2 0 1 2
Pungent aroma with hints of black cherry under spirits, truffled mushrooms and dark chocolate. Medium to full body, soft tannins and a slightly alcoholic finish. Drink now.
Score: 97
n e l l o d i M o n t a l c i n o R i s e r v a 2 0 1 5
It is precise and compact in the glass and offers hints of geraniums, currants, raspberries, orange blossoms and cloves. In the background, spices dominate the secondary scene in shades of wilted marjoram and cinnamon powder. Full body, polished tannins with excellent bite and a sharp finish that vibrates and excites from the center of the palate onwards. Better by 2022.
Score: 94+
n e l l o d i M o n t a l c i n o C o l o m b a i o 2 0 1 5
Score: 92
n e l l o d i M o n t a l c i n o C a v a d ' O n i c e 2 0 1 4
Lively and interesting nose, fresh on the sip. It shows a delicate sweetness in the mouth where on the finish it comes off with fluency and character.
Score: 90
n e l l o d i M o n t a l c i n o C a v a d ' O n i c e 2 0 1 3
Score: 96
n e l l o d i M o n t a l c i n o C a v a d ' O n i c e 2 0 1 6
A good wine displaying a very rich nose: alcohol-infused plums, touch of bay leaf ending on the tones of licorice. Pleasant tautness in the mouth that is dense, with iodized tannins and long persistence.
Score: 92
n e l l o d i M o n t a l c i n o C a v a d ' O n i c e 2 0 1 5
Score: 96
n e l l o d i M o n t a l c i n o R i s e r v a 2 0 1 5
From a winery of proven reliability, a version of Riserva showing a great balance. On the nose, small dark fruits and wild plums with balsamic hints. Nice officinal closing on the notes of marjoram. Dense mouth, savoury tannins. Long persistent finish with undergrowth return.
Score: 92
n e l l o d i M o n t a l c i n o R i s e r v a 2 0 1 2
The 2012 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva is a darkly saturated and rich wine that boasts a thick and inky appearance. The bouquet is laced with dark fruit aromas of blackberry, prune, plum and cassis. These fruit tones are enhanced by the warmth of the 2012 growing season. In the mouth, this wine is lavish and opulent with soft, integrated tannins. Only 2,000 bottles were produced.
Score: 91
n e l l o d i M o n t a l c i n o C a v a d ' O n i c e 2 0 1 5
The Cava d’Onice 2015 Brunello di Montalcino Sensis is a dark and fleshed-out steak wine that shows a dense core of fruit framed by those standard Sangiovese-driven aromas of tilled earth, leather and tobacco. If you like powerful, full-throttle Brunello, this is your wine.
Score: 92
n e l l o d i M o n t a l c i n o C o l o m b a i o 2 0 1 5
Score: 91
n e l l o d i M o n t a l c i n o C a v a d ' O n i c e 2 0 1 3
Slightly nutty and spicy oak on the nose, ripe mixed berries, some plums and dried herbs with tobacco and very slightly peppery notes. Firm, quite juicy, rather dark fruit with some sweetish spicy oak, some tobacco and some dried herbs, persistent on the palate, some depth, firm, fine tannins and some acid bite, still undeveloped, in the background mineral, becomes even finer with elegant, very good, rather cool, firm, juicy and spicy finish with paprika notes.
Score: 91
n e l l o d i M o n t a l c i n o C a v a d ' O n i c e 2 0 1 5
Score: 91
n e l l o d i M o n t a l c i n o C a v a d ' O n i c e 2 0 1 5
Score: 93
n e l l o d i M o n t a l c i n o C a v a d ' O n i c e 2 0 1 3
Chopped mint, pressed rose and star anise aromas lead the nose. On the bright elegant palate, licorice, clove and orange rind add depth to a wild cherry core. Firm refined tannins provide the framework. Dink form 2021 through 2033.
Score: 17+/20
n e l l o d i M o n t a l c i n o C o l o m b a i o 2 0 1 5
Mid ruby. Compact nose that is yet to open up fully and with a quite pure, tangy cherry fruit palate. Long, succulent and deep with plenty of fruit framed by grainy tannins.
Score: 16/20
n e l l o d i M o n t a l c i n o C a v a d ' O n i c e 2 0 1 2
Score: 17+/20
n e l l o d i M o n t a l c i n o C a v a d ' O n i c e 2 0 1 5
Youthful deepruby: could herald lots of oak. Tight, youthful fruit nose with touches of oak. Firm, aromatic sour-cherry palate lined with chewy tannins. Very long and with plenty of depth, and in need of a little more age.
Score: 96
n e l l o d i M o n t a l c i n o C o l o m b a i o 2 0 1 5
Aromas of sweet berries and orange peel with some flowers and sandalwood. It’s full-bodied with chewy tannins that show intensity and firmness, yet they frame the cool, sublime fruit nicely throughout. Give it time to soften. Try after 2024.
Score: 96
n e l l o d i M o n t a l c i n o C a v a d ' O n i c e 2 0 1 5
This is a beautiful Brunello with tulips, rose petals, freshly squeezed oranges, terracotta and lemon peel. Sleek and tightly wound on the medium-to full- bodied palate, the driven red fruit doing the work, and the bright complexion of acidity shining through. Structured and intricately detailed. Drink in 2025.
Score: 95
n e l l o d i M o n t a l c i n o C a v a d ' O n i c e 2 0 1 5
A very pretty Brunello 2016 with lovely perfumes, dark fruit, flowers and sandalwood. It’s full-bodied with firm, caressing tannins that are tannic and intense. Yet, they are polished and very refined. Needs four to five years to come together. Try after 2024
Score: 93
a d ' O n i c e B r u n e l l o d i M o n t a l c i n o
Score: 95
n e l l o d i M o n t a l c i n o R i s e r v a 2 0 1 5
Ripe blackberries and blue fruit on the nose with cedar and clove. Sweet chocolate and dried herbs, too. It’s full-bodied with layers of ripe plums, blueberries and dark chocolate. Firm, smooth and caressing tannins. Drink from 2024.
Score: 93
o m b a i o B r u n e l l o d i M o n t a l c i n o
Score: 93
a d ' O n i c e B r u n e l l o d i M o n t a l c i n o T a s t i n g N o t e
Aromas of dark fruit, walnut and some wet earth and orange peel are prevailing now. Dried spices, too. It’s full-bodied, tight and refined with savory, salty acidity and a long, fresh finish. Needs two or three years to soften but already beautiful.
Score: 92
a d ' O n i c e B r u n e l l o d i M o n t a l c i n o C o l o m b a i o T a s t i n g N o t e
This is extremely perfumed with flower, blueberry and Spanish cedar. Full body with round, silky tannins and a tangy, fresh, delicately fruity finish. Subtle and complex on the palate. Single-vineyard wine. I slightly prefer the same producer’s blend. Drink or hold on release.
Score: 93
a d ' O n i c e B r u n e l l o d i M o n t a l c i n o R i s e r v a T a s t i n g N o t e
Very aromatic with freshly sliced mushrooms, dried flowers and blackberries. Full body, firm a silky tannins and a medium finish. Friendly and delicious already.
Score: 93
a d ' O n i c e B r u n e l l o d i M o n t a l c i n o T a s t i n g N o t e
A dense, savory red with dried fruits, from cherries to strawberries. Full body with round, chewy tannins and a bright, fruity finish. Drink or hold.
Score: 92
o m b a i o B r u n e l l o d i M o n t a l c i n o T a s t i n g N o t e
A fresh, ripe red with dried berries, salt and tea leaves. Some soy sauce. Full body with round, silky tannins. Flavorful finish.
Score: 90
n e l l o d i M o n t a l c i n o C a v a d ' O n i c e 2 0 1 4
This is very floral with some dried flowers and potpourri sitting across dried berries and herbs. The palate has a ripe red-cherry and plum core with easygoing, approachable and ripe tannins. Drink this in the next five years.
Score: 93
n e l l o d i M o n t a l c i n o C a v a d ' O n i c e 2 0 1 3
Plenty of ripe berry and flower on the nose that follows through to a full body, firm and silky tannins and a crisp finish. Delicious and so attractive. Drink or hold.
Score: 93
n e l l o d i M o n t a l c i n o C o l o m b a i o 2 0 1 3
Caramel and cherry aromas with hints of spices. Full body and round texture. Ripe fruit. Some mushrooms at the end. A wine for current drinking but can improve with age.
Score: 92
n e l l o d i M o n t a l c i n o R i s e r v a 2 0 1 2
Some more savory notes with dried wild herbs and cherries, leading to a palate that has a succulent, medium-bodied shape which carries into the finish. Try from 2021.
Score: 94
a d ' O n i c e B r u n e l l o d i M o n t a l c i n o
Score: 95
a d ' O n i c e B r u n e l l o d i M o n t a l c i n o R i s e r v a
Score: 89
a d ' O n i c e I G T
Score: 92
a d ' O n i c e R o s s o d i M o n t a l c i n o
Score: 93
n e l l o d i M o n t a l c i n o C a v a d ' O n i c e 2 0 1 3
Score: 94+
n e l l o d i M o n t a l c i n o C o l o m b a i o 2 0 1 3
Score: 95
n e l l o d i M o n t a l c i n o C o l o m b a i o 2 0 1 2
Il naso è caratterizzato da un aroma principale di frutti di bosco, molto pulito ed aperto. Al palato è un vino intenso, muscoloso, dove le note di frutti rossi sono accompagnati da un finale leggermente speziato. Acidità e tannino sono alquanto fini e morbidi. Strutturalmente è un vino molto corposo, dotato di grande energia, in grado di esprimersi anche nel tempo. Molto piacevole l’allungo finale.
Score: 94
n e l l o d i M o n t a l c i n o C a v a d ' O n i c e 2 0 1 2
Al naso prevalgono i frutti rossi accompagnati da un fondo floreale. In bocca la mora è sorretta da un’acidità frizzantina e da un tannino molto morbido che l’addolcisce. Strutturalmente si presenta come un vino elegante e delicato, piacevole la persistenza nel finale.
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Book your tour in advance (minimum 7 adults) which will take place in Valpantena – VERONA.
Guided walking Tour through the Vineyards in the Valley of Gods and the Menegolli Wineries. Book your tour in advance (minimum 7 adults) which will take place in Valpantena – VERONA.
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