2014 Cavalli - Tenuta Degli Dei
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The 2014 Tenuta degli Dei is fabulous. In fact, the 2014 is one of the best recent vintages of this wine I can remember tasting. Aromatically expressive and inviting, the 2014 is terrific. Stylistically, it is perhaps not as overt as some recent editions, but that is not a bad thing given the natural richness that is typical of Panzano. I would like to see the new oak settle down a bit from here. Otherwise, the Tenuta is very nicely done. The blend is 50% Cabernet Sauvignon, 35% Petit Verdot and 15% Cabernet Franc.
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Antonio Galloni, Vinous
Monica Larner, Wine Advocate
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Aged in oak for 18 months, the 2014 Cavalli is a blend of mostly Cabernet Sauvignon with smaller parts Petit Verdot and Cabernet Franc. This is a darkly extracted and contemporary wine that delivers ample muscle and power despite the cooler and rainy growing season. In appearance, this blended red reveals a deep ruby color with purplish highlights. The fruit is immediate and intense with cherry liqueur and blackberry preserves. Like the other wines from the current Tenuta degli Dei lineup, this wine sports a raw and fresh personality (with less intensity and density compared to some of the warmer vintages that precede this one).