96 points James Suckling: "Complex and deep character with ripe blackberries, raisins, dried roses, dark chocolate, toasted walnuts, dark licorice and wild mushrooms with a little bit of tar. Full-bodied, layered and compact with a broad and velvety tannin structure that lasts long on the palate. Classy, reserved style with hits of sweet tobacco at the end. Needs three to four years to completely come together. (6/26/23)"
94 points Eric Guido (Vinous): "Dark and intense, the 2017 Taurasi Radici Riserva smolders up with a mesmerizing blend of crushed ashen stones, graphite, lavender and dried wild berries. This enters the palate lean at first, gaining energy through a core of tart citrus and savory spice as tart red fruits saturate the senses. The 2017 leaves the mouth reeling with a web of fine tannins and a twist of sour orange that puckers the cheeks. This is just a baby today, but it has the balance to mature beautifully over time. Drink: 2026-2036. (May 2024)"
94 points Wine Enthusiast: "[$79 list] The nose is tart, spicy and assertive, with aromas of blackberries, pepper and hot iron. On the palate, black cherries bolster the blackberry tartness, before new intrigue comes in the form of a fresh herbaceousness and a coffee bitterness. Acid punches past strong yet silent tannins. Alcohol 13.5%. (May 2024)"
94 points Falstaff Guide: "Rich ruby red with slight brightening on the rim. Ripe blackberry and lush plum on the nose, with subtle hints of dark chocolate, coffee grounds, liquorice and a touch of leather. Powerful but well-integrated tannin on the palate, with plenty of ripe fruit and a long finish. (10/16/23)"
94 points Eric Guido (Vinous): "Dark and intense, the 2017 Taurasi Radici Riserva smolders up with a mesmerizing blend of crushed ashen stones, graphite, lavender and dried wild berries. This enters the palate lean at first, gaining energy through a core of tart citrus and savory spice as tart red fruits saturate the senses. The 2017 leaves the mouth reeling with a web of fine tannins and a twist of sour orange that puckers the cheeks. This is just a baby today, but it has the balance to mature beautifully over time. Drink: 2026-2036. (May 2024)"
94 points Wine Enthusiast: "[$79 list] The nose is tart, spicy and assertive, with aromas of blackberries, pepper and hot iron. On the palate, black cherries bolster the blackberry tartness, before new intrigue comes in the form of a fresh herbaceousness and a coffee bitterness. Acid punches past strong yet silent tannins. Alcohol 13.5%. (May 2024)"
94 points Falstaff Guide: "Rich ruby red with slight brightening on the rim. Ripe blackberry and lush plum on the nose, with subtle hints of dark chocolate, coffee grounds, liquorice and a touch of leather. Powerful but well-integrated tannin on the palate, with plenty of ripe fruit and a long finish. (10/16/23)"
| Product SKU | 351928 |
| Producer | Mastroberardino |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Campania |
| SubRegion | Taurasi DOCG |
| Varietal | Other Red Wines |
| Vintage | 2017 |
| Size | 750ml |
| Color | Red |
| ABV | 13.5% |
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