Die Chianti-Classico-Selektion Bellavista ist reich und dunkel mit Aromen von Wildkirsche, Rauch, Lakritz, Menthol und Tabak. Äußerst attraktiv und gehaltvoll am Gaumen, feste Tannine bilden das Rückgrat dieses virilen, potenten Weins. (superiore.de)

"Ama's 2007 Chianti Classico Vigneto Bellavista is darker, richer and firmer than the Casuccia, much of which comes from the addition of 20% Malvasia Nera to the Sangiovese. A firm tannic spine frames wild cherries, smoke, licorice, menthol, tobacco and grilled herbs in a virile, potent Chianti Classico. If the tannins soften, the Bellavista might very well merit a higher score, but today it lacks the sheer appeal and sexiness of the Casuccia. Readers who prefer dark, brooding wines (think Serralunga for Barolo) might very well prefer the Bellavista, personally it is splitting hairs at this level." Robert Parker

Dichtes, konzentriertes Rubinrot und ein großzügiges, intensives Bouquet. Neben einer frischen Frucht Tabak- und Ledernuancen eine aromatische Zimt- und Nelkenwürze. sophisticated der Geschmack, dem die frische Säure und die beachtliche Fülle Halt und Eleganz verleihen. Zurückhaltendes, perfekt integriertes Tannin, das auch im Abgang wie Seide knistert. (superiore.de)

"I tasted this about a year ago at the winery and I was blown away. This time I tasted it in a blind tasting in Tuscany and it stood above the rest. Amazing aromas of blueberries and flowers, with black truffles and pie. Foie gras, mushrooms and white truffles too. Powerful, with great depth of gorgeous fruit and ultra-fine tannins. It fills your mouth with fruit and ripe tannins. Complex and long. A breathtaking wine. Truly glorious." James Suckling  

Ein grandioses Meisterwerk ist der Barolo Rocche 2008. Sein balsamisches Aroma und seine geschmackliche Harmonie und Eleganz müssen jeden Barolo-Liebhaber begeistern. (superiore.de)

"The 2008 Conteisa is a knock-out. It boasts the most striking inner sweetness and perfume imaginable, a quality shared by a handful of legendary Piemonte wines. Juicy red cherries, spices, hard candy and mint caress the palate in this extraordinary, breathtaking wine. The balance of aromatics, fruit, acidity and structure are simply captivating. The 2008 is of course far too young to deliver maximum pleasure, but it is impossible to miss its pedigree. This is a fabulous showing from Gaja. Conteisa is often outstanding, but the 2008 will go down as one of the great all-time vintages for this wine. Conteisa is made from Gaja's plots in the Cerequio vineyard of La Morra." Robert Parker

"Super refined. Aromas of plums and berries with freshly cut flowers and orange peel. Full-bodied, with a very focused palate and super fine tannins. It goes on for minutes with dark fruits and milk chocolate. Gorgeous already. Polished. Complex and subtle. Almost too good now!" James Suckling

"The 2008 Sperss is exotic, dark and totally seductive. Black cherries, mint, licorice, flowers, spices and juniper berries meld together in the glass, all supported by firm, insistent tannins. Today the Sperss has begun to shut down in bottle. It isn't anywhere near as expressive as the Conteisa, but that will come in time. There is so much to look forward to, but readers will have to be patient. In time, the 2008 Sperss will be yet another viscerally thrilling wine. Sperss is made from the Marenca and Rivette vineyards in Serralunga." Robert Parker 

"The 2008 Darmagi (Cabernet Sauvignon) is gorgeous. It shows terrific richness and density with plenty of varietal character and personality, all in a highly attractive, medium-bodied style. Plums, black cherries, cassis and sweet herbs flow gracefully as the wine shows off its irresistible personality." Robert Parker

"The 2007 Barolo Falletto is an overachieving wine, even at this high level. The bouquet has a level of delineation, sweetness, inner perfume and nuance generally only found in Giacosa’s Red Label Riservas. The Falletto impresses for the intensity of its dark fruit and superb overall balance. The extroverted personality of the vintage is quite evident, especially as the wine sits in the glass." Robert Parker

"An elegant, fruity style, boasting raspberry, cherry and floral aromas and flavors. This is pure and delicate for the commune, with fine intensity, finesse and depth. The tannins mesh beautifully with the wine's silky texture, ending with an excellent finish. Just surprisingly open and approachable." Wine Spectator

"Dried strawberries, with hints of flowers. Full bodied, with clean fruit and polished tannins. Very fruity. Need a couple of years to soften. Reminds me of the 1997." James Suckling

"This is layered and juicy, with lots of chocolate and berries and loads of other stuff. Full and velvety, with a long finish. Racy, beautiful and vibrant. Pure Merlot." James Suckling

"The 2008 Messorio is simply marvelous in this vintage." Robert Parker