The 2011 Chateauneuf du Pape Deus ex Machina is a stunner in the vintage

The 2001 Sorì San Lorenzo is all about finesse and texture

The 2004 Ricolma (100% Merlot) possesses stunning aromatics and layers of blackberry liqueur

even caressing texture to the medium-bodied flavors that possess good levels of dry extract along with solid punch and power on the firm and lightly austere finale

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Giuseppe Mascarello, Barolo Villero other_regions The 2011 Chateauneuf du PapeModerately saturated medium red. Perfumed aromas of cherry, strawberry, coffee, mocha and flowers. Rich, suave and concentrated; nicely horizontal on the palate, but with its flesh cut byt slightly spiky acidity. The broad finish features dusty tannins and lovely floral persistence. Seems a tad rustic today and in need of patience. Stephen Tanzer