Azienda Agricola Boschi Winery

• November 2008

  Hey Eric, you can find this around, it's limited in production so it tends to ...-boschi-di-berri-2005/ Use Snooth to search for wine! The vineyard is crazy too, woods on three sides, not a place anyone would plant Dolcetto in today, but unique wine for sur

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• November 2008

  Looks like i need to go out and get this, Dolcetto Boschi di Berri 2006. I'm a pretty big fan Dolcetto and often prefer it as my any day wine. Funny that I come across quite a few people that don't enjoy it anywhere near as much as I do. Just had a great one from Aldo Conterno,... Read moreLooks like i need to go out and get this, Dolcetto Boschi di Berri 2006. I'm a pretty big fan Dolcetto and often prefer it as my any day wine. Funny that I come across quite a few people that don't enjoy it anywhere near as much as I do. Just had a great one from Aldo Conterno, Masante 2006. I'll certainly look to check out the Marcarini. I also had a chance to try these two Barolo's and was very impressed but I think I mentioned this recently in another thread. Both very enjoyable and not over the top. Either way, great notes as usual and the producer info is alway appreciated. Thanks Greg    (hide)

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• October 2008

  Marcarini is both a historic winery of La Morra as well as gauge by which to ... in mind save the famed Boschi di Berri cru of Dolcetto. These pre-phyloxera vines could be considered the crown jewel of the Marcarini holdings. A mere half hectare of vines over 100 years old, this... Read moreMarcarini is both a historic winery of La Morra as well as gauge by which to ... in mind save the famed Boschi di Berri cru of Dolcetto. These pre-phyloxera vines could be considered the crown jewel of the Marcarini holdings. A mere half hectare of vines over 100 years old, this vineyard defies the standard of our day as it sits above most other vineyards at between 400 and 480 meters proudly facing west to catch the fading warmth of the setting sun. None-the-less this is the source of one of the most distinctive and coveted expressions of the Dolcetto grape. As with most Piedmontese wineries there is a broad range of wines in the Marcarini line-up, each expressing the character of the soil, terroir, and grape in an elegant, intelligent style that continues to be remarkably fairly priced. Both the Boschi di Berri and the Barolos have proven to be exceptionally age worthy, even surprisingly so given their approachable nature. And if the wines weren’t reason enough to pay Marcarini a visit the winery itself sits like a jewel in the crown of La Morra with an expansive view over virtually the entire Langhe. Reason enough to stop by. Roero Arneis 2007 - 88pts First produced in 2005, currently 2000 btls per year Glassy, quartzy nose with good intensity to the drying herbal tones and splash of almond milk 2+ Light in the mouth bordering on delicate 2 Good flavor intensity to the crystallized honey notes and green fruits with a hint of pea shoot, a bit of pear and a further suggestion of almond milk 2+ The finish features more golden toned fruits with citrussy acidity that is bracing and drying 2 http://www.snooth.com/wine/marcarini-roero-arneis-2007/ Dolcetto Fontanazza 2007 -87pts From La Morra All stainless The lightly spiced nose offer a touch of almost cinnamon like heat with light floral tones and a hint of black pepper bacon 2+ Suave and smooth with soft tannins and balanced acids 2 A touch of leafy greenness up front is followed by fresh plumy fruit and suggestions of high toned lemon/lime leaves 2 Finishes very clean with medium length and just a touch of bitter mouthgrab on the finale 2 http://www.snooth.com/wine/marcarini-dolcetto-dalba-fontanazza-2007-1/ Dolcetto Boschi di Berri 2006 - 93pts Offers up a super intense nose of soil, tree bark, savory notes, mineral, oils (Motor and Clove), a bit of reductive rubber, hot (spicy) and exotic 3 Velvety in the mouth with very ripe tannins and vibrant acidity 2+ Chewy fruit start with mouth filling confiture of frutti di boschi which adds a strong sottobosco note with mineral rich soil tones in a taut, coiled package that only offers hints of the sweet core of fruit but none-the-less is admirably complex 3 Lovely finish with an aggressive structure, bracing and cleansing with a long strawberry/cherry/frutti di boschi finish flecked with mica-like mineral tones 3 2010-2016 http://www.snooth.com/wine/marcarini-dolcetto-dalba-boschi-di-berri-dolcetto-dalba-2006/ Barbera D’Alba Ciabot Camerano 2006 - 87pts 9 months in botte, 9 months in Stainless Ivy green and almost icy on the nose with simple, astringent red fruits 2 Almost sweet entry with solid acids and delicate tannins 2+ Delicately flavored with fruit skins (apple, cherry, plum) and a dark earthy streak but a bit simple 2 Soft on the finish with some round tannin popping out late balancing the gently cutting acids 2 http://www.snooth.com/wine/marcarini-barbera-dalba-ciabot-camerano-2006-1/ Langhe Rosso 2005 - 88pts Barbera 60%, Barolo 30%, Syrah 10% vinified separately Very floral on the nose with violet tones, a touch of ash and complicating notes of celery seed and basil stem 2+ Weighty in the mouth with surprising sweetness, medium weight with round, supporting tannins ad solid acidity 2+ Marked by Barbera at first in the mouth then gaining darker, blackberry fruit tones, remains fresh considering the sweetness of the fruit 2 Clean on the finish with bright mixed berry fruit a touch of ash 2 http://www.snooth.com/wine/marcarini-rosso-langhe-donald-2005/ Barolo Brunate 2004 - 91pts 40 day fermentation/maceration then 2 years in botte Dark and earthy on the nose with incipient hints of mushroom, slight confiture of black raspberry and nuanced notes of limestone and smoke 2+ Packed in the mouth with a rich matte feel supported by bright acids and fine ripe tannins 3 A bit tight at first yet layered in the mouth with subtle notes of dried fruits, slightly roasted strawberry, red berries a touch of vegetal freshness, still a bit closed but with obvious richness 3 Very clean and precise on the finish but still short at this point 2 2012-2025 http://www.snooth.com/wines/marcarini+brunate+2004/ Barolo La Serra 2004 - 93 pts Classic La Serra nose with a slightly vegetal, cooler, green melon rind note and dry, dusty earth tones over a core of red raspberry liquore with top notes of mint and licorice 3+ Lithe in the mouth with a fresh, feminine structure offering elegant balance between the soft tannin and good acidity 3 Astringent red fruit tones in the mouth of lingonberry and a touch of apple-y acidity offer lift to the sandy soil notes and lovely inner mouth aromatics of dried Asian spice 2+ Offers a long, open finish with sweet, fresh fruit tones and notes of macerated flowers but is a bit strict and focused within the tense structure, Strict but feminine a Dominatrix of a wine 3 2011-2025 http://www.snooth.com/wine/marcarini-la-serra-barolo-2004/ Moscato d’Asti 2007 - 88pts Fermented several times a year from frozen must to preserve freshness A lovely nose with classic lemon/lime fruit as well as hints of heather and clover, a touch of honey and gentle suggestions of apple blossoms 2+ A very fine mousse for Moscato with good refreshing acidity 2+ Notes of honeydew melon and lemon/lime with hints of powdered sugar 2+ Finishes moderately sweet with notes of honey and apple 2 http://www.snooth.com/wine/marcarini-moscato-dasti-2007-2/    (hide)

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• October 2008

  Cantina Giacomo Ascheri Wines reviewed: 2007 Cristina Ascheri Gavi di Gavi ... that supports the frutti di boschi character. The acids add a citrussy dimension and the finish reveal a touch of florality before the tannins pop, closing in on the fruit a bit. The great acids wine... Read moreCantina Giacomo Ascheri Wines reviewed: 2007 Cristina Ascheri Gavi di Gavi ... that supports the frutti di boschi character. The acids add a citrussy dimension and the finish reveal a touch of florality before the tannins pop, closing in on the fruit a bit. The great acids wine the battle on the finish drawing out the fresh fruit flavors and revealing that persistent mineral vein. I could d drink a bottle of this and boy is it food friendly! 90pts 2007 Podere di Rivalta Barbera d’Alba Fontanelle http://www.snooth.com/wine/giacomo-ascheri-barbera-dalba-vigna-fontanelle-2007/ Fruit from Verduno, 10 days on the skins then aged 6 months in Slavonian oak, 25% new Classic notes of violet, potting soil and sweet fruit greet the nose. Turning a touch cedary as it breathes the fruit also gains a bit of focus turning towards black currant. This is soft and layered on entry with tons of sweet fruit. Good acidity and soft tannins are subsumed in the fruit though with time one can sense the tannins, gentle though they seem, are a touch angular. This offers nice cut with a masculine feel to balance out its very fruity nature. Notes of tobacco and wood spice balance the red currant tones and lead to a fresh and bright finish with good length and a final of menthol and toast notes. Very approachable and with a few months in the bottle this should integrate well. 88pts 2006 Podere di Rivalta Nebbiolo d’Alba Bricco San Giacomo http://www.snooth.com/wine/ascheri-podere-di-rivalta-nebbiolo-dalba-bricco-san-giacomo-2006/ Fruit from Verduno, 10 days on the skins then aged 6 months in Slavonian oak, and 6 months in stainless. Made in a “pinot noir” style! Slightly jammy raspberry fruit on the nose is light and bright with herbal top notes and intriguing nuances of leather, licorice, baking spices and apple pie. A bit dense on entry but the excellent acidity freshens the mouth. The tannins are wonderful, bright and crisp and very well balanced giving the wine a gentle elegant feel. The dark Nebbiolo fruit is faceted with a black spice edge and grace notes of wintergreen mint. This is youthful and ever so astringent but I like that! The finish is long with those very fine tannins offering some mouth grab. Long notes of earthy, cherry pit fruit linger on the cleansing finale. 89pts 2005 Montalupa Langhe Rosso http://www.snooth.com/wine/giacomo-ascheri-syrah-montalupa-2005/ Fruit from the Podere di Montalupa in Bra. 100% Syrah, 1996 was the first vintage. This undergoes a 12 days on the skins then spends 30 months in old Slavonian oak. From sandy soils that render a “Piedmontese Syrah”. This smells a but botte like at first though there is fairly good intensity to the blossoming notes of spicy, brambly fruit with a distinct Eucalyptus edge. With time balsamic notes of candle wax emerge adding nuances of black pepper and forest floor. This is full yet elegant in the mouth with fine acids and very gentle tannins. The wine is a bit tight and while gaining intensity remains a bit coy. Subtle, slightly gamy black berry fruits have low intensity and turns a bit redder with cut strawberry tones as the acids asset themselves. The wine is fairly elegant with a strong personality on the finish with its black fruit and fine precise nature. A solid effort for Syrah from Piemonte with some obvious terroir notes but a bit too early to fully access. 87pts 2004 Barolo Vigna dei Pola http://www.snooth.com/wine/giacomo-ascheri-barolo-vigna-dei-pola-2004/ Fruit from the Podere di Rivalta in Verduno, 12-13 days on the skins then aged for 2 years, 1/3 in new Slavonian oak, 1/3 in used Slavonian oak, and 1/3 in Stainless steel. From vines in production only since 1999. Very fresh on the nose, icy fresh with layers of hay, dried grasses, green flowers, menthol top notes all over slightly liquory, brambly fruits. Lots of sweet fruits up front with good acidity and well-managed tannins offering an impression of a precise balanced wine that melds forward fruit with a crisp texture. The fruit is youthful with a touch of melon rind to the core of dark but fresh black fruit tones with an herby top note and a tarry, darkly fertile earthy core. This is very elegant on the finish with focused fruit that may be a bit simple but with excellent clarity and approachability. A very fine Barolo for the near term. 90pts 2004 Podere di Sorano Barolo http://www.snooth.com/wine/giacomo-ascheri-podere-di-sorano-barolo-2004/ Fruit from Serralunga 55 days on the skins then aged for 28 months in Slavonian oak 85% used/ 15% new Intensely fruity on the nose with a primary quality and incipient Asian spice tones. The fruit adds a bit of a dried fruit character and nuances of green cardamom and clove oil add complexity. This has absolutely jewel-like fruit in the mouth. It’s pretty hard and tight at the moment but with excellent depth. The solid acids and superb tannins frame the strawberry/rhubarb fruit and offer such a facetted feel. This will need substantial time and reveals very little on the mid-palate but the finish, though still compressed, has real pure rock licking minerality and fine, lingering ethereal red fruits. I love the focus of this wine. Great potential here but be patient 2012-2030 93pts 2004 Costa & Bricco Barolo http://www.snooth.com/wine/giacomo-ascheri-costa-and-bricco-barolo-2004/ Fruit from Podere di Sorano Serralunga 15 days on the skins then aged for 28 months in Slavonian oak 60% used/ 40% new Open and giving on the nose with black spice tones, tea, animal fur, leather, smoky/salty, sea air, nori, medicinal tones, great complexity and then layers of sunburned wild strawberry fruits emerge adding a nice sweetened tone. Soft in the mouth with a sweet edge on entry then acids and fine tannins adding definition and volume, nicely balance and elegant with blackberry fruit gently kissed by tones of leather, earth, and blue slate. Fine length anf graceful on the finish with a lovely bitter/sweet tone ending with cleansing acids on the finish that allow the finale to pop with bright lingonberry fruits. Very nice and complete Barolo, great complexity and with the potential to improve 92pts.    (hide)

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• September 2008

  If I had to choose a favorite producer in Trentino in would have to be ... confiture of frutti di boschi supported by vibrant acidity and tannins which pop out a bit on the midpalate. Finishes with such aromatic intensity it’s almost floral in the mouth then turning more towards... Read moreIf I had to choose a favorite producer in Trentino in would have to be ... confiture of frutti di boschi supported by vibrant acidity and tannins which pop out a bit on the midpalate. Finishes with such aromatic intensity it’s almost floral in the mouth then turning more towards herbal candy/medicinal lozenge with a finale of baking spices. This is very young but very complete. With a bit of time to allow the tannins and wood tones to fully integrate this will be smashing. 91pts “1858” 2006 Only 2000 magnums of this celebratory wine were produced. Vines are about 30 years old and the wine is a blend of roughly 50% Teroldego/25% Cabernet Sauvignon/ 12% Rebo/12% Gozen. Lovely and very complex on the nose with floral and vegetal undertones to the deep, dark, somewhat mysterious fruit. Rich, soft and dense in the mouth with lovely acids and tons of soft tannin adding weight though this remains barely in the medium bodied. Spicy and peppery tones dominate the attack and are joined by minty nuances to the dark fruit with notes of blackberries, plum and a hint of date. Chewy yet so balanced this probably feels smaller than it really is with lovely cocoa and mineral tones on the medium length finish. I look forward to watching this unique wine develop. 93pts    (hide)

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  September 2008

  Marcarini Dolcetto d'Alba Boschi di Berri Dolcetto d'Alba 2006

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  Offers up a super intense nose of soil, tree bark, savory notes, mineral, oils ... confiture of frutti di boschi which adds a strong sottobosco note with mineral rich soil tones in a taut, coiled package that only offers hints of the sweet core of fruit but none-the-less is... Read moreOffers up a super intense nose of soil, tree bark, savory notes, mineral, oils ... confiture of frutti di boschi which adds a strong sottobosco note with mineral rich soil tones in a taut, coiled package that only offers hints of the sweet core of fruit but none-the-less is admirably complex 3 Lovely finish with an aggressive structure, bracing and cleansing with a long strawberry/cherry/frutti di boschi finish flecked with mica-like mineral tones 3 2010-2016 93pt    (hide)

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