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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The nose is mixed with leather and incense as spicy tones of cloves and licorice waft from the glass. Medium-bodied and fiery, the mouth reveals layers of full rich cream, white pepper and the nectar of ripe black fruits. Generous and hearty, with loads of jammy, black stone fruit. The concentration and supple power reflect the energy within each bottle, which echo the remarkable relationship between winemaker and land. - Aged in 100% stainless steel to best capture the pure essence of the grape, the wine has an expressive nose of peach, mango and candied rose petals. In the glass, Percorino is a full bodied wine with moderate and balanced acidity. Flavors and aromas of invigorating bright yellow fruits, wild sage, white ginger, white pepper, along with hints of almonds and hazelnuts make for a long, full mineral-rich mouth. Pure and vibrant! The structure is firm with the classic Pecorino trademarked flash of minerality…