James Suckling 2015

Publication of the tasting results - November 2015

  • 94 points | LINTICLARUS Chardonnay 2012
    A gorgeous and opulent white with loads of sliced apple pie, vanilla and toasted oak character. Full-bodied, oily and layered. Very rich and long. Lots of depth and intensity. Think premier cru Burgundy style.
  • 93 points | FELDMARSCHALL VON FENNER Müller-Thurgau 2013
    I like the kiwi fruit and lemon rind aromas to this. Lychee too. Full body, lots of fruit and a long and flavorful finish. The best Müller of Italy. Maybe the world? Super wine. Made from one of the highest vineyards in Italy. 
  • 93 points | TURMHOF Pinot Grigio 2014
    A white with aromas of apple, lemon, and caramel. Medium to full body, with bright acidity and a clean and crisp finish. Racy, crisp white. Always an excellent pinot grigio.
  • 93 points | TURMHOF Sauvignon Blanc 2014
    This is a very subtle and persistent sauvignon blanc with wonderful white peach, flint and green apple aromas and flavors. Full body, bright fruit and acidity. Long finish. Like top Loire Valley sauvignon.
  • 93 points | LINTICLARUS Pinot Noir Riserva 2012
    Very pretty dried strawberry and cherry aromas and flavors. Full body, polished and silky tannins and a fresh finish. Tangy and contrasty. Always one of Italy's best pinots.
  • 93 points | LINTICLARUS Lagrein Riserva 2012
    A very solid Lagrein with tar, dark berry, black pepper and dark chocolate aromas and flavors. Full body, chewy tannins and a long and flavorful finish. Better in 2017 but so good already.
  • 92 points | LINTICLARUS Cabernet Sauvignon Riserva 2011
    Raisins, chocolate fudge, big alcohol and green olives. Voluptuous and nicely crafted with chewy tannins, big flavors and bold character in this full-bodied effort. Made from cabernet and merlot.
  • 90 points | TURMHOF Chardonnay 2014
    Very subtle style of chardonnay with white peach, lemon and hints of cream. Some lemon grass. Full body, with green apple flavors and a phenolic tension. Straightforward palate. 
  • 90 points | TURMHOF Lagrein 2014
    Aromas of blueberries and blackberries with hints of flowers. Medium body, firm tannins and a fresh finish. A little lean but a pretty red. Drink now.
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