2610, 2011
Cantina Tollo Listed In Wine & Spirits As Top Co-Op
CANTINA TOLLO "Located in Central Italy's Abruzzo region, Cantina Tollo is a first-level co-op, where the farmers are also the owners of the company. It was founded in 1960 [...]
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With aromas of ripe blueberries, pomegranate, and a touch of rose petals, this Estate Merlot has flavors of bright fruit which are complemented by hints of milk chocolate, cinnamon, and a well-structured finish. - Coming from our Estate vineyards and select Mendocino growers, this Pinot Noir has aromas of dried cherries and Christmas spice which are followed by fruit forward flavors. The elegant finish is highlighted by notes of sweet cranberry.
- Our perennial “pizza/pasta wine” takes an Italian twist with Sangiovese, Barbera, and Primitivo joining the Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah. It has a nose of raspberry and honeysuckle, followed by a round mouth feel bursting with fresh cherries and hints of spice. This wine finishes with integrated tannins and good acidity to make it the perfect food match.
- Aromas of cherries and allspice, you are welcomed by red fruit flavors. The mid-palate is round with berry notes dominating; the finish has soft tannins with of hint of vanilla.
- This Estate Chardonnay has aromas of fresh white nectarines and notes of vanilla. Bright fruit flavors are followed by a touch of cream soda. They are complemented a rich, round mouth feel and lingering tropical flavors. The finish is balanced with good acidity and is sure to please!
- This stainless steel fermented and aged Sauvignon Blanc displays tangerine, pineapple, and slight grapefruit aromas. It has a crisp, tropical entry with a lush mid-palate followed by a crisp apple, citrus finish. This is a patio pleaser!
- This Primitivo opens with inviting peppery aromas, followed by bright fruit and spice overtones, along with a nice bead of acidity throughout. A good pizza and lasagna wine.
- The triumph of Italian wine varietals championed in this Estate blend of Sangiovese, Primitivo, Barbera and Dolcetto offers a portrait of aromas and flavors that have resonated throughout the Mediterranean for centuries.
- Aromatics of ripe raspberry and spice are followed by flavors of dark cherry, cinnamon & earth. Black pepper notes in the mid-palate are followed by velvety chocolate with just a touch of oak. Balanced tannins will allow this wine to age beautifully.
- With aromas of pineapple, pear and papaya, this wine has a rich caramel entry leading to a lush mid-palate of pear and pineapple. The long lingering finish is a delightful blend of citrus and butterscotch.
- An exceptionally priced Sauvignon Blanc from estate-grown fruit, Brutocao’s Feliz Vineyard offers pronounced aromatics, all honeysuckle and apricot. Floral, savory, even slightly salty, the fruit that will stand out most here is honeydew melon. The wine’s just-enough level of sweetness is reminiscent of nature’s best.
- Aromas of black licorice, ripe cherries and mocha mark the entry of our single vineyard Cab. It coats your mouth with juicy blackberries, followed by firm round balanced tannins. A hint of sandalwood & chocolate covered berries are part of the long smooth finish.
- Opens with aromas of plum and blackberry, followed by flavors of dark fruit, espresso bean and cocoa. French oak aging leads to textured tannins and a long luscious finish.
- Brutacao's single vineyard Pinot Noir, which is grown in the warm days and foggy evenings of the Anderson Valley, opens with aromas of cherry cola, red berries, cloves and spice. Bright raspberry and strawberry flavors lead into lush toasted oak and a long finish of milk chocolate dipped strawberries.
- Predominately powered by the earthy Syrah, this wine is full-bodied and hearty. Smooth and juicy up front, thanks to the Grenache, jammy and spicy flavors are contributed by the Zinfandel and texture is brought in by the Petite Sirah. A well-balanced blend has no preconceived notion of a particular flavor profile so set your senses free on a scavenger hunt of flavors.
- The marriage of flavors found in our white estate blend is a source of continuing entertainment for us. The vibrant floral Viognier component, the tropical fruits from our Sauvignon Blanc, or the classic green apple notes from our Mendocino Chardonnay. Therein lies the heart and soul of a well balanced blend, there is no preconceived notion of a particular flavor profile. Setting your senses free on an organoleptic scavenger hunt can be liberating.
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This Estate Cabernet leads with aromas of blackberry and notes of sandalwood. This fruit driven wine expresses raspberry, ripe cherries, and oak nuances in the mid palate. Always food friendly, this balanced wine is completed with a touch of cocoa, integrated tannins, and a long finish. -
With a color that is dark as night, and flavors to match, this wine will surely impress. This wine is aromatically concentrated with notes of blackberry, black cherry, chocolate, and more subtle undertones of vanilla, spice, and herbs. Rich red and black fruit flavors, integrated tannins, and great acidity lead to an extraordinary texture and lingering finish. Consider pairing this wine with olives, braised beef shanks, or dark chocolate. Enjoy now or cellar for up to 10 years. -
This Chardonnay expresses lovely aromas of ripe pears, apple blossom, lemon zest, pineapple and a touch of sweet toasty oak. A rich and silky texture is highlighted with bright fruit flavors of ripe apple, lemon, peach and a touch of butterscotch. Balanced acidity gives length to the finish. This wine will elegantly with Mediterranean food, chicken pot pie, creamy cheeses, and grilled squash. -
This Chenin Blanc has expressive aromatics of ripe stone fruit, pineapple, citrus zest, honey, melon, with some pleasing minerality. This wine is rich and lively on the palate, with flavors matching the aromas. Even “non-wine drinkers” have been known to fall in love with the Husch Chenin Blanc. This is the ideal wine for scallops, Cornish game hen, ethnic cuisines, or a mid-afternoon picnic. -
High tones of tropical and citrus fruits carry this wine this wine aromatically, while more subtle tones of melon, limestone, and fresh cut grass add depth and ongoing interest. Beautifully rich and crisp, this wine leaves your palate refreshed. Think tuna tartar, Kumamoto oysters, goat cheese tart, French fries with tarragon aioli, or rotisserie chicken when enjoying your next glass of Husch Sauvignon Blanc.