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Il Molino di Grace Toscano Il Volano 2007
(Panzano, Chianti Classico, Tuscany, Italy)
Il Molino di Grace Vineyards, Tuscany, Italy
Il Molino di Grace (the ‘windmill of grace’), located in the heart of Tuscany’s prestigious Chianti Classico region, produces critically acclaimed Tuscan wines that are true to both tradition and terroir. The winery is named after the Grace family and the historic 19th century windmill located on the property, and is anchored by the bold sculpture standing tall in front of the cantina which is illustrated on the Il Molino di Grace wine label.
"The 2007 Il Volano from Il Molino di Grace is a soft, juicy red well-suited to casual drinking over the next year or two." (Wine Advocate)
Wine Advocate: 86 points
"A plummy, rich red, featuring jam, light cedar and dried flowers on the nose and palate. Full and juicy. 3,665 cases made." (Wine Spectator)
Wine Spectator: 87 points
$15.99/bottle or $153.50/12 pack case ($12.79/bottle) or just $12.79/bottle in a mixed case of wine.
Giacomo Grimaldi Dolcetto 2009
(Alba, Piemonte, Italy)
Giacomo Grimaldi Vineyards, Piemonte, Italy
This is a big, structured wine packed with fruit, licorice, and spices along with great length. This Dolcetto can really stand up to the heartiest of foods.
"Bright red fruit, licorice, almonds and spices are some of the nuances that emerge from the 2009 Dolcetto d’Alba. The wine needs air for the aromas and flavors to fully emerge, but when they do, readers will be treated to a warm, radiant wine endowed with tons of varietal character." (Wine Advocate)
Wine Advocate: 88 points
"A black cherry flavor marks this round, supple Dolcetto. A hint of bitter almond and light tannins finish up." (Wine Spectator)
Wine Spectator: 87 points
$14.99/bottle or $143.90/12 pack case ($11.99/bottle) or just $11.99/bottle in a mixed case of wine.
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