"Pretty bouquet of black licorice, anise and black cherry. Bright cranberry and strawberry flavors with a lively zip of acidity. Long, clean, fresh finish."   87

	- Wine News

"Lean, high acid Dolcetto built on cherry extract and fennel aromas. Light and well made."

	- Wine & Spirits

"Quite redolent of oak and very non-traditional, with some signs of barrel maturity. Almost like Rioja, with a very aromatic quality and a juicy sense of lightness. Fine length and quite tasty."   88

	- Wine Enthusiast

"Here's a case where a wine need not be complex to be thoroughly enjoyable. This is a lighter style, elegant Dolcetto, with silky texture and vibrant berry fruit. If you want to search for it, there's a hint of soil-leather character in the background, but what matters here is the fruit and the exquisite balance. A great value, drink over the next year or two. Pairs well with roast beef, smoked salmon, cheese and pasta dishes." 87

	- Epicurean (CA) - December 2000 / January 2001

"This 100 percent Dolcetto grape dazzler is the ideal companion for any type of grilled meat, fish or fowl. The superb vintage doesn't hurt. The berry/cherry flavor delights the taste buds. A superb buy-by-the-case recommendation."   ****

	- Delta Sky - January 2001

"Bright ruby hue. Moderately light-bodied. Full acidity. Subtly extracted. Heavily oaked. Mildly tannic. Vanilla, red fruits, brown spices. Quite redolent of oak and very nontraditional, with some signs of barrel maturity. Almost Rioja-like, with a very aromatic quality and a juicy sense of lightness. Quite tasty, with fine length."   88

	- Tastings.com (Beverage Testing Institute) - July 2000

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