Until his death at the age of 84 (January 15 of 2012), after suffering from Parkinson’s for many years, Giuseppe Quintarelli was the living, reigning master of the Veneto. In his memory, it is rightfully remembered that he remains the single most important as well as gifted man of the vine that the region [...]
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Giuseppe Quintarelli ~ A Master’s Vision called Alzero
Posted in Alzero, Giuseppe Quintarelli, Italian Wines, Italy, JJ Buckley Fine Wines, Veneto, tagged Alzero, Giuseppe Quintarelli, Italian Wines, JJ Buckley Fine Wines, Veneto on June 2, 2012 | Leave a Comment »
2007 Brunello – Certainly Great – But Outstanding?
Posted in 2006 Brunello Riserva, 2007 Brunello, Brunello di Montalcino, Brunello di Montalcino Riserva, Camigliano, Col d’Orcia, Italian Wines, Italy, JJ Buckley Fine Wines, La Lecciaia, Poggio al Vento, Tenuta Oliveto, Tuscany, Voliero, tagged Brunello di Montalcino, Brunello di Montalcino Riserva on February 10, 2012 |
While the hype surrounding these currently entering the market 2007 Brunelli doesn’t quite match that which preceded the fanfare of last year’s versions (as evidenced by the multiple 100 pointers consumers witnessed for those oh-so-glorious 2006s), the news is none the less exalting. Early reviews from certain publications exclaim back-to-back 5-star vintages; while wine-makers from [...]