Franciacorta Brut Villa Crespia Miolo

Muratori (Italy)

Franciacorta (Lombardy)

Chardonnay
Sparkling Wine	Score: ✧✧✧

The wine shows a brilliant straw yellow color and nuances of golden yellow, very transparent, good effervescence, persistent perlage. The nose reveals clean and pleasing aromas that start with hints of apple, grapefruit and yeast followed by aromas of hawthorn, banana, bread crust and pear. In the mouth has good correspondence to the nose, a crisp and effervescent attack, however balanced by alcohol, good body, intense flavors, agreeable. The finish is persistent with flavors of apple, plum and grapefruit. This Franciacorta ages in bottle on its lees for 24 months.

Alcohol: 12.5%

Aperitifs, Fish and vegetables appetizers, Pasta and risotto with crustaceans and fish

Suggested glass	10 °C (50 °F)
(Mature and Vintage Classic Method Sparkling Wines)

October 2004

Franciacorta Brut Villa Crespia Novalia

Muratori (Italy)

Franciacorta (Lombardy)

Chardonnay
Sparkling Wine	Score: ✧✧✧✭

This Franciacorta shows an intense straw yellow color and nuances of straw yellow, very transparent, good effervescence, fine and persistent perlage. The nose denotes intense, clean and pleasing aromas which start with hints of banana and yeast followed by aromas of acacia, hawthorn, apple, plum and bread crust. In the mouth has good correspondence to the nose, a crisp and effervescent attack, however balanced by alcohol, good body, intense flavors. The finish is persistent with flavors of apple and plum. This Franciacorta ages in bottle on its lees for 24 months.

Alcohol: 12.5%

Aperitifs, Fish and vegetables appetizers, Pasta and risotto with crustaceans and fish

Suggested glass	9 °C (48 °F)
(Mature and Vintage Classic Method Sparkling Wines)

October 2004

Franciacorta Dosaggio Zero Villa Crespia Cisiolo

Muratori (Italy)

Franciacorta (Lombardy)

Pinot Nero
Sparkling Wine	Score: ✧✧✧

This wine shows a pale straw yellow color and nuances of greenish yellow, very transparent, good effervescence, fine and persistent perlage. The nose denotes intense, clean and pleasing aromas which start with hints of yeast and pineapple followed by aromas of hawthorn, apple, grapefruit, praline and plum. In the mouth has good correspondence to the nose, a crisp and effervescent attack, however balanced, good body, intense flavors. The finish is persistent with flavors of grapefruit, plum and apple. This Franciacorta ages for 28 months on its lees.

Alcohol: 12.5%

Fried fish, Fish soups, Dairy products, Pasta with fish and crustaceans

Suggested glass	10 °C (50 °F)
(Mature and Vintage Classic Method Sparkling Wines)

October 2004

Franciacorta Dosaggio Zero Villa Crespia NumeroZero

Muratori (Italy)

Franciacorta (Lombardy)

Chardonnay
Sparkling Wine	Score: ✧✧✧✭

This Franciacorta shows a pale straw yellow color and nuances of greenish yellow, very transparent, good effervescence, fine and persistent perlage. The nose reveals intense, clean and pleasing aromas which start with hints of yeast and grapefruit followed by aromas of banana, apple, hazelnut, hawthorn, praline and plum. In the mouth has good correspondence to the nose, a crisp and effervescent attack, however balanced, good body, intense flavors. The finish is persistent with flavors of grapefruit, plum and apple. Part of this Franciacorta ferments in cask and ages for 24 months in bottle.

Alcohol: 12.5%

Pasta and risotto with fish and crustaceans, Roasted fish, Sauteed meat

Suggested glass	10 °C (50 °F)
(Mature and Vintage Classic Method Sparkling Wines)

October 2004

Franciacorta Satèn Villa Crespia Cesonato

Muratori (Italy)

Franciacorta (Lombardy)

Chardonnay
Sparkling Wine	Score: ✧✧✧✧

This Franciacorta shows a pale golden yellow color and nuances of straw yellow, very transparent, good effervescence, fine and persistent perlage. The nose reveals intense, clean, pleasing and refined aromas which start with hints of pear, yeast and hawthorn followed by aromas of pineapple, banana, kiwi, bread crust, apple and plum. In the mouth has good correspondence to the nose, a crisp and effervescent attack, however well balanced by alcohol, good body, intense flavors, agreeable. The finish is persistent with flavors of pineapple, plum and apple. The must of this Franciacorta ferments in barrique and ages in bottle on its lees for 24 months.

Alcohol: 12.5%

Pasta and risotto with fish and crustaceans, Broiled crustaceans, Sauteed fish

Suggested glass	10 °C (50 °F)
(Mature and Vintage Classic Method Sparkling Wines)

Issue 24, November 2004

Giardini Arimei

Muratori (Italy)

(Campania)

Biancolella, Forastera, Uva Rilla, San Lunardo, Coglionara
Sweet Wine	Score: ✧✧✧✧

This wine shows a brilliant amber yellow color and nuances of amber yellow, transparent. The nose reveals good personality with intense, clean, pleasing and elegant aromas which start with hints of dried fig, dried apricot and almond followed by aromas of peach jam, quince jam, date, honey, rhubarb, vanilla and hints of enamel. In the mouth has good correspondence to the nose, a sweet attack and however balanced by alcohol, good body, intense flavors, agreeable. The finish is persistent with flavors of rhubarb, peach jam and honey. Giardini Arimei is produced with overripe grapes and ages for 18 months in cask.

Alcohol: 15%

Hard cheese, Fruit tarts, Confectionery

Suggested glass	14 °C (57 °F)
(Sweet Wines)

Issue 24, November 2004

Ischia Bianco Superiore Parracine 2002

Muratori (Italy)

Ischia (Campania)

Biancolella, Forastera, Fiano, Greco Bianco
White Wine	Score: ✧✧✧

This wine shows a pale golden yellow color and nuances of straw yellow, very transparent. The nose reveals intense, clean and pleasing aromas which start with hints of toasted wood and plum followed by aromas of apple, pear, hawthorn, banana and hints of coffee. In the mouth has good correspondence to the nose, a crisp attack and however balanced by alcohol, good body, intense flavors. The finish is persistent with flavors of plum and apple. Part of this wine ages in cask for 5 months.

Alcohol: 13%

Vegetables and mushrooms soups, Broiled fish, Stuffed pasta, Pasta with fish

Suggested glass	10 °C (50 °F)
(Young and Crisp White Wines)

October 2004

Oppida Aminea Morgento 2003

Muratori (Italy)

(Campania)

Fiano, Coda di Volpe, Falanghina
White Wine	Score: ✧✧✧

This wine shows a brilliant straw yellow color and nuances of greenish yellow, very transparent. The nose denotes clean and pleasing aromas which start with hints of jasmine and pear followed by aromas of broom, hawthorn, apple, plum and litchi. In the mouth has good correspondence to the nose, a crisp attack and however balanced, good body, intense flavors. The finish is persistent with flavors of plum and apple. This wine ages in steel tanks.

Alcohol: 12.5%

Fried fish, Sauteed fish, Pasta and risotto with fish

Suggested glass	10 °C (50 °F)
(Young and Crisp White Wines)

October 2004

Rubbia al Colle Drumo 2002

Muratori (Italy)

(Tuscany)

Sangiovese
Red Wine	Score: ✧✧✧

This wine shows a brilliant ruby red color and nuances of garnet red, moderate transparency. The nose denotes intense, clean and pleasing aromas that start with hints of black cherry and plum followed by aromas of raspberry, toasted wood, violet and licorice. In the mouth has good correspondence to the nose, a slightly tannic attack and however balanced by alcohol, good body, intense flavors, good tannins. The finish is persistent with flavors of plum and black cherry. This wine ages for 10 months in cask.

Alcohol: 13%

Broiled meat and barbecue, Stewed meat, Hard cheese

Suggested glass	18 °C (64 °F)
(Bodied or Mature Red Wines)

October 2004

Rubbia al Colle Olpaio

Muratori (Italy)

(Tuscany)

Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah
Red Wine	Score: ✧✧✧✧

The wine shows an intense ruby red color and nuances of garnet red, little transparency. The nose reveals intense, clean, pleasing and refined aromas that start with hints of toasted wood and black currant followed by aromas of black cherry, blueberry, licorice, plum, tobacco, chocolate and eucalyptus. In the mouth has good correspondence to the nose, a slightly tannic attack and however well balanced by alcohol, good body, intense flavors, good tannins. The finish is persistent with flavors of black cherry, plum and black currant. This wine ages for 18 months in cask.

Alcohol: 14%

Roasted meat, Braised and stewed meat, Hard cheese

Suggested glass	18 °C (64 °F)
(Bodied or Mature Red Wines)

October 2004

Rubbia al Colle Rabuccolo 2002

Muratori (Italy)

(Tuscany)

Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Syrah, Sangiovese
Red Wine	Score: ✧✧✧✭

This wine shows a brilliant ruby red color and nuances of garnet red, moderate transparency. The nose reveals intense, clean and pleasing aromas which start with hints of black cherry, plum and violet followed by aromas of blueberry, licorice, toasted wood, bell pepper and hints of menthol. In the mouth has good correspondence to the nose, a slightly tannic attack and however balanced by alcohol, good body, intense flavors, good tannins. The finish is persistent with flavors of plum, black cherry and blueberry. This wine ages for 10 months in cask.

Alcohol: 13%

Roasted meat, Stewed and braised meat, Hard cheese

Suggested glass	18 °C (64 °F)
(Bodied or Mature Red Wines)

October 2004

Rubbia al Colle Rumpotino 2001

Muratori (Italy)

(Tuscany)

Sangiovese, Canaiolo Nero, Ciliegiolo
Red Wine	Score: ✧✧✧✭

This wine shows a brilliant ruby red color and nuances of garnet red, moderate transparency. The nose reveals intense, clean and pleasing aromas which start with hints of black cherry and plum followed by aromas of raspberry, licorice, cyclamen, violet and vanilla. In the mouth has good correspondence to the nose, a slightly tannic attack and however balanced by alcohol, good body, intense flavors, good tannins. The finish is persistent with flavors of plum and black cherry. This wine ages for 18 months in cask.

Alcohol: 13.5%

Roasted meat, Braised meat, Hard cheese

Suggested glass	18 °C (64 °F)
(Bodied or Mature Red Wines)

October 2004

Sannio Greco Oppida Aminea Caucino 2003

Muratori (Italy)

Sannio (Campania)

Greco Bianco
White Wine	Score: ✧✧✧✭

This wine shows a brilliant straw yellow color and nuances of straw yellow, very transparent. The nose reveals intense, clean, pleasing and refined aromas which start with hints of pear and broom followed by aromas of pineapple, hawthorn, peach and plum. In the mouth has good correspondence to the nose, a crisp attack and however balanced by alcohol, good body, intense flavors, agreeable. The finish is persistent with flavors of peach and pear. Part of this wine ages in cask.

Alcohol: 13%

Vegetables and mushrooms soups, Broiled fish, Stuffed pasta, Pasta with fish

Suggested glass	10 °C (50 °F)
(Young and Crisp White Wines)

October 2004

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