2011 Il Carbonaione
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Uncomfortably hot summer speeded ripening and threatened the integrity of the grapes that were all picked much earlier than usual by the end of September. Dark crimson. Sweet, spicy nose and rather soft tannins followed by some acidity and dustiness. Despite some cassis flavour there is not quite the fruity core and weight of the finest vintages. Tastes as though it will be relatively early-maturing. (JR)
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Jancis Robinson MW
Antonio Galloni, Vinous
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The 2011 Carbonaione is another gorgeous wine in a line of successful vintages that goes all the way back to 1992. Blackberry jam, cloves, menthol, licorice, new leather and sweet spices flesh out in a voluptuous, racy wine that beautifully expresses the personality of the vintage. Today, the 2011 is rich, layered and voluptuous to the core. It is also incredibly primary. Readers who want to experience the 2011 in its full glory will have to wait at least a few years, but there is little question the 2011 is a worthy follow up to the epic 2010.