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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Fresh and fragrant, the aromas waft from the glass sharing their crisp yet creamy aromatics of sliced pineapple and pear with a squeeze of Meyer lemon. The velvety texture is laden with a bright lemony essence that carries through the palate and lingers. Ripe Anjou pear, lychee nut and traces of white floral mingle with hints of smoky oak, adding interest and depth to the wine. Beautifully balanced with bright fruit and silky smooth mouthfeel, this easy-to-sip Chardonnay will be tough to put down. Pair it with fresh-caught halibut served in a lemon and Chardonnay reduction, or a Caesar salad with chicken or shrimp. - Dark, intense aromas of plum and mixed berry mingle with traces of sassafras, smoky oak, earth and dried rose petals. The round, bright entry frames flavors of dark cherry, plum, black raspberry and traces of pomegranate that merge with sarsaparilla and toasty oak notes that contribute a chocolate essence as the finish lingers. Well balanced with integrated acidity and supple tannins, this Pinot has a purity that enhances its appeal. Try pairing it with braised lamb in a pomegranate sauce, or paella infused with chicken, sausage and seafood.
- Inviting aromas of perfectly ripened dark juicy cherries and blackberries commingle with traces of white pepper and rich oak notes. The opulent entry presents balanced, delicious flavors of brambly berry, plum and dried strawberry. Mid-palate mocha, subtle cake spices and black licorice appear, enhancing the fruit as the flavors merge and linger. Buoyant acidity and a thread of oak create the gentle yet solid structure that cradles the luscious flavors.