2010 Guardiavigna
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The 2010 Guardiavigna is 60% Cabernet Franc, 25% Merlot and 15% Petit Verdot. This assembly of fruit contributes to a dark consistency and a brooding, masculine style. Cherry liqueur, blackberry preserves, tobacco, spice and grilled herb compete for your attention. The wine is fleshed out and opulent with thick lines and deep penetration. The texture of the wine is of particular interest. It is smooth and seamless, yet firm and structured at the same time. Pretty earth tones of truffle and terra-cotta appear on the close.
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Monica Larner, Wine Advocate
Antonio Galloni, Vinous
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Podere Forte's 2010 Guardiavigna is every bit as outstanding as the Petrucci. Naturally, the flavor profile is darker and richer, but the finesse, minerality and intensity are very much those of 2010. Savory herbs, leather, tobacco and underbrush are some of the many notes that inform the explosive, structured finish. My advice, buy the 2011 to drink now and the 2010 to cellar. This is a fabulous effort. In 2010 Guardiavigna is a 50% Cabernet Franc, 38% Merlot and 12% Petit Verdot.
The 2010 Guardiavigna is 60% Cabernet Franc, 25% Merlot and 15% Petit Verdot. This assembly of fruit contributes to a dark consistency and a brooding, masculine style. Cherry liqueur, blackberry preserves, tobacco, spice and grilled herb compete for your attention. The wine is fleshed out and opulent with thick lines and deep penetration. The texture of the wine is of particular interest. It is smooth and seamless, yet firm and structured at the same time. Pretty earth tones of truffle and terra-cotta appear on the close. Sep 2015, www.robertparker.com