
Orma Toscana IGT is the name of the first wine produced by the estate of the same name. It is made from 50% Merlot, 30% Cabernet Sauvignon and 20% Cabernet Franc grapes in Castagneto Carducci (Bolgheri) since 2005. Continue reading “Orma 2016”
Tasting Notes of Wines around the World
Orma Toscana IGT is the name of the first wine produced by the estate of the same name. It is made from 50% Merlot, 30% Cabernet Sauvignon and 20% Cabernet Franc grapes in Castagneto Carducci (Bolgheri) since 2005. Continue reading “Orma 2016”
Elixir is part of Lux Vina, the premium line of Domaines Chevaliers winery. The vineyards are located between Salgesch and Chamoson in the Valais canton of Switzerland. The oldest vines used for Lux Vina wines are well over 50 years old and produce small yields, but complex grapes. Continue reading “Elixir 2016”
To make its Gran Reserva wine, Marqués de Riscal uses Tempranillo grapes from over 80 years old vines. The wine is aged between two and a half and three years into French oak barrels, and rests another three years in bottle before its release. Continue reading “Marqués de Riscal Gran Reserva 2016”
This top of the range Valais red wine is made by Bonvin with Cornalin, Syrah, Humagne Rouge grapes. All three grapes are peculiar to Valais. Continue reading “Cuvée 1858 Rouge 2016”
Boca DOC is one of the lesser-known red wine appellations in the Piedmont region of northwest Italy. The leading variety is Nebbiolo (here named Spanna). Continue reading “Terrini Boca 2016”
I appreciated the first glass of this bottle in Cefalù, facing the town and the sea from the balcony of a very nice hotel room. During the day I visited the Firriato winery on Mount Etna. A day with a lot of driving. Continue reading “Quater Vitis Rosso 2016”
Barrile is made by Contini under the Isola dei Nuraghi IGT. It is a blend of (mainly) Nieddera, with Caddiu and other native varieties. Continue reading “Barrile 2016”
Kairos is made by blending an astonishing 16 grapes. Continue reading “Kairós 2016”