i Filari del Nino 2016

The only reason I bought this Bardolino DOC Classico is because it is made without any sulphites added, and I was curious to judge the result.

The nose is very fresh and clean. Not obvious, given the bacteriological risks associated with not adding sulphites. The aroma of sour-cherry typical of the Corvina grape dominates.  Continue reading “i Filari del Nino 2016”

Amarone Vigne Alte Zeni 2013

22 October 2017

Strong notes of mocha and black chocolate, both on the nose and in the mouth. Very good persistence, with a predominance of spirit soaked fruits, which doesn’t surprise, given the 15.5% alcohol typical for an “appassito” wine.

At around 30 CHF a bottle (at Coop), this is a fairly good Amarone. Continue reading “Amarone Vigne Alte Zeni 2013”