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ACCOLADE RESULTS
92 points
2018 Donnafugata Cuordilava Dolce&Gabbana
Monica Larner, Robert Parker Wine Advocate, June 2023
“Packaged in a really fun bottle with all the colors of a traditional Sicilian painted horse carriage, this wine is a joint project between Donnafugata and fashion house Dolce & Gabbana. With Nerello Mascalese from 700 meters above sea level on the flank of the Sicilian volcano, the 2018 Etna Rosso Dolce & Gabbana Cuordilava evokes dried currant and cassis with rosemary sprig, rose petal, iron ore and campfire ash. There is some sweet spice over a mid-weight mouthfeel with relatively soft tannins. This special collaboration consists of 7,000 bottles.”
92 points
2019 Donnafugata Fragore
Eric Guido, Vinous, September 2023
“The 2019 Etna Rosso Fragore is dark and brooding in the glass, with dusty rose and earth tones slowly giving way to reveal crushed black cherries. While round and juicy on the palate, this possesses a core of tart wild berry fruits and mineral tones that slowly saturate and add a youthful tension toward the close. The 2019 finishes structured and long with a last primary concentration as violet inner florals gradually taper off.”
92 points
2020 Donnafugata Isolano Dolce&Gabbana
Eric Guido, Vinous, September 2023
“The 2020 Isolano Dolce & Gabbana is understated in the glass with an airy blend of young peaches and smoky crushed stone. This washes across the palate with ripe orchard fruits and saline-mineral tones, all propelled by juicy acidity. The 2020 leaves a lingering tension and refinement, with repleting mineral tones and finishing with medium length.”
92 points
2022 Donnafugata Rosa Dolce&Gabbana
Eric Guido, Vinous, May 2023
“Crushed rocks and roses open the stage for white strawberries and sweet spice as the 2022 Rosa Dolce & Gabbana blossoms in the glass. It teases with its silky textures as a core of saline minerals and zesty citrus build tension throughout. Nectarine and pear notes resonate as the 2022 finishes remarkably fresh and potent. The Rosa is a wonderfully refined blend of Nerello Mascalese and Nocera.”
92 points
2020 M. Chapoutier La Bernardine Rouge
James Suckling, James Suckling, May 2023
“A layered and restrained Chateauneuf-du-Pape with aromas of red berries, spiced cherries, dried thyme and baking spices. Medium-bodied with chalky tannins. Textured and slightly chewy with plenty of berry and chocolate character towards the compact finish. Better after 2025.”
92 points
2019 Donnafugata Tancredi Dolce&Gabbana
James Suckling, James Suckling, August 2023
“Black berries and dark leather with some crushed slate and blue fruits on the nose. Some dark mushrooms. It’s full-bodied and chewy with lots of toasted oak. Rich and flavorful but remains linear and fresh. Drink after 2025.”
92 points
2022 Donnafugata Rosa Dolce&Gabbana
James Suckling, James Suckling, August 2023
“This is fragrant and delicious with notes of watermelon, pink cherries and dried orange peel with a flinty minerality to it. Medium-bodied, sleek and textured with attractive stone fruit character and a lengthy, flavorful finish. Drink now.”
92 points
Piper-Heidsieck Essentiel Extra Brut
James Suckling, James Suckling, July 2023
“This has aromas of apricots, white strawberries, peach pits, almonds and pastries. Creamy and balanced, medium-bodied, with silky bubbles and a nicely savory and dry finish. Based on 2018 vintage. 44% pinot noir, 34% meunier and 22% chardonnay. 4g/L dosage. Drink now.”
92 points
Piper-Heidsieck Essentiel Blanc de Noirs
James Suckling, James Suckling, July 2023
“This is a new cuvee from Piper-Heidsieck showing aromas of blackberries, black berries, rose hips and lavender, with citrus peel freshness. Deliciously fruity while remaining fresh and tight, with a medium body, bright acidity and fine bubbles. Dry. 80% pinot noir and 20% meunier. 5g/L dosage. Drink now.”
92 points
2020 Donnafugata Isolano Dolce&Gabbana
James Suckling, James Suckling, August 2023
“Attractive aromas of white stone fruit, citrus blossom, peppermint and stony minerality. Medium-bodied, polished and sleek on the palate with a layered, textural mouthfeel. Delicious fruit. Mineral finish. Drink now.”