2010 Centomoggia Casavecchia
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The undisputed highlight among these new releases, the 2010 Casavecchia Centomoggia saturates the palate with the blackest of cherries, plums, tar, melted asphalt and licorice. Initially quite dark and brooding, the Centomoggia turns a bit more floral with time in the glass. The quality of this fruit appears inherently better suited to aging in oak than some of the other wines in this range. At times, the Centomoggia reminds me of a Barolo from Serralunga for its power, darkness and weight. In its best vintages, the Centomoggia is a wine of sheer pedigree and complexity. Another year or two in bottle will help the tannins soften. This is a dazzling showing from Terra del Principe.
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Antonio Galloni, Vinous
Walter Speller, jancisrobinson.com
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Impenetrable violet ruby. Lifted perfumed and sweet dark brooding fruit, but the palate is a little hard for the moment. (WS)
The undisputed highlight among these new releases, the 2010 Casavecchia Centomoggia saturates the palate with the blackest of cherries, plums, tar, melted asphalt and licorice. Initially quite dark and brooding, the Centomoggia turns a bit more floral with time in the glass. The quality of this fruit appears inherently better suited to aging in oak than some of the other wines in this range. At times, the Centomoggia reminds me of a Barolo from Serralunga for its power, darkness and weight. In its best vintages, the Centomoggia is a wine of sheer pedigree and complexity. Another year or two in bottle will help the tannins soften. This is a dazzling showing from Terra del Principe. Anticipated maturity: 2014-2022. Terre del Principe is one of the most intriguing properties in Campania. The estate is among the wineries that are focusing on a handful of once-forgotten, ancient varieties that are today being rediscovered. This particular set of new releases is a bit uneven across the board, but when Terra del Principe gets it right, the wines are among the best in Campania, and Italy, for that matter. Importer: Vias Imports, New York, NY; tel. (212) 629-0200
The undisputed highlight among these new releases, the 2010 Casavecchia Centomoggia saturates the palate with the blackest of cherries, plums, tar, melted asphalt and licorice. Initially quite dark and brooding, the Centomoggia turns a bit more floral with time in the glass. The quality of this fruit appears inherently better suited to aging in oak than some of the other wines in this range. At times, the Centomoggia reminds me of a Barolo from Serralunga for its power, darkness and weight. In its best vintages, the Centomoggia is a wine of sheer pedigree and complexity. Another year or two in bottle will help the tannins soften. This is a dazzling showing from Terra del Principe. Anticipated maturity: 2014-2022. Feb 2013, www.robertparker.com