2004 Dal Forno Romano Passito Vigna Sere

Proprietary Blend - 375ML
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REVIEWS

WA 99 DC 98 WE 94
WA 99

Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, June 2017

The 2004 Passito Rosso Vino Dolce Vigna Seré (500-mililiter) is a masterpiece that is impossible to repeat. In fact, the wine has not been produced since 2004. Even if a vintage as good as this did come along, we'd need...
DC 98

Decanter, March 2018

A Recioto in all but name, as Dal Forno withdrew from the appellation after the 2003 was rejected by the Consorzio for its atypical astringency. This is a profound sweet red wine that will probably live forever. The...
WE 94

Wine Enthusiast, December 2012

Cellar Selection. Labeled as “air-dried sweet red wine” instead of its traditional name “Recioto,” this is indeed a powerful and generous wine. It boasts huge density and superintense aromas of blackberry, oak spice and...

WINE DETAILS

Color & Type Red
Varietal Proprietary Blend
Country Italy
Region Veneto
Vintage 2004
Size 375ML
Percent alcohol 14%
Closure Cork

Passito Vigna Serre represents the jewel in the crown of Dal Forno’s winery. Produced in very limited amounts and on very rare occasions, Vigna Sere possesses immense opulence and density, with preeminent hints of plum, black cherry, raspberry, chocolate and coffee. A good level of sharpness supports the sweet, refined tannins.

55% Corvina, 15% Rondinella, 20% Croatina, 10% Oseleta. The grapes used in the production of Vigna Serè come from vines which have a minimum age of ten years. It is important to point out that this wine is not produced every year but only when optimal climatic conditions ensure for a truly exceptional yield.

The 2004 Dal Forno Romano Passito Vigna Sere, a proprietary blend from Veneto, Italy, is a remarkable red wine noted for its complexity and intensity. This wine, produced by Dal Forno Romano, is a sweet red wine made from air-dried fruit, adhering to local traditions.

Wine Enthusiast awarded this wine a score of 94, noting its “huge density and superintense aromas of blackberry, oak spice, and tobacco.” They suggest it as a "Cellar Selection," emphasizing its potential for aging. The wine is described as "powerful and generous," indicating its robust profile.

Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate gave this wine an outstanding score of 99, describing it as "a masterpiece that is impossible to repeat." Monica Larner from the publication highlighted that the 2004 vintage was unique and has not been replicated since. She praised the wine's bouquet, which offers "a generous flow of dark spice, bitter chocolate, espresso, raisin, plum, barbecue spice, and teriyaki smoke." The concentration and layering of flavors are noted as "rare and distinctive." Larner also mentioned that the wine's aging window is unpredictable but assuredly long-lasting, attributing to its built-to-last structure.

Decanter rated the wine at 98, describing it as "a profound sweet red wine that will probably live forever." They noted its "superb floral nose featuring violet lift," with flavors of "macerated cherry, plum, crushed berries, and sweet spice." The balance of the wine is highlighted, with a "clean line of acidity sweeping away all before it," and a creamy finish reminding of its youthful vigor.

In summary, the 2004 Dal Forno Romano Passito Vigna Sere is a deeply complex and well-regarded wine. Its high scores from professional reviewers and descriptions of its intense aroma and layered flavors make it a noteworthy addition to any cellar. The wine's potential for long-term aging adds to its allure, making it a prized choice for collectors and connoisseurs alike.