2011 Tedeschi Capitel Monte Olmi Riserva

Proprietary Blend - 750ML
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REVIEWS

JS 95 WA 94 WS 94 WE 93
JS 95

jamessuckling.com, October 2017

Very ripe morello cherries, dark plums, cigar box, kirsch and stemmy undertones, but also orange rind and plenty of floral elements. Full body, powerful and grainy tannins and a dense yet driven finish. Extremely pure...
WA 94

Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, August 2019

94+ If you like big Amarones, this one is big with a capital B. The most robust and powerful of the bunch, the 2011 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico Riserva Capitel Monte Olmi is also sophisticated and integrated...
WS 94

Wine Spectator, October 2017

Intriguing and aromatic on the nose, with lovely sage and incense character, here’s a sleek, full-bodied red that reins in its power to a tightly-knit core of raspberry puree, Earl Grey tea leaf and rich, loamy...
WE 93

Wine Enthusiast, March 2019

Enticing aromas of scorched earth, cooking spice and mature dark-skinned berry emerge from the glass. The dense full-bodied palate offers steeped prune, licorice and black pepper alongside firm polished tannins.

WINE DETAILS

Color & Type Red
Varietal Proprietary Blend
Country Italy
Region Veneto
Vintage 2011
Size 750ML
Percent alcohol 17%
Closure Cork

The 2011 Tedeschi Capitel Monte Olmi Riserva is a truly exceptional red wine that showcases the best of Italian winemaking. With its deep, dark red color and a closure sealed with a cork, this wine exudes elegance and sophistication from the moment it is opened.

On the nose, this wine is intriguing and aromatic, with lovely sage and incense character. It captivates the senses with a bouquet that is both enticing and complex. Upon first sip, one is immediately struck by the sleek and full-bodied nature of this wine. It is a powerful red that manages to rein in its strength to reveal a tightly-knit core of flavors.

Raspberry puree takes center stage on the palate, accompanied by notes of Earl Grey tea leaf and rich, loamy earth. These flavors linger on the tongue, creating a long and fragrant finish that leaves a lasting impression. The wine's high alcohol content of 17.0% is masterfully integrated, adding to its robustness and richness without overpowering the overall balance.

Renowned wine critics have praised the 2011 Tedeschi Capitel Monte Olmi Riserva. Wine Spectator awarded it an impressive score of 94, describing it as a wine to be enjoyed now through 2030. James Suckling, another respected critic, awarded it an even higher score of 95, highlighting the wine's pure fruit and its potential for aging.

Robert Parker's Wine Advocate also gave this wine a score of 94+, emphasizing its power and sophistication. The blend of Corvina, Corvinone, Rondinella, Oseleta, Negrara, Dindarella, Croatina, and Forselina grapes from the Monte Olmi vineyard in the Pedemonte hills contributes to the wine's complexity and depth.

Wine Enthusiast chimed in with a score of 93, praising the wine's enticing aromas of scorched earth, cooking spice, and mature dark-skinned berries. The dense and full-bodied palate offers flavors of steeped prune, licorice, and black pepper, all supported by firm yet polished tannins.

Overall, the 2011 Tedeschi Capitel Monte Olmi Riserva is a wine that is sure to impress even the most discerning of palates. It is a testament to the artistry and dedication of the Tedeschi winery, and a true treasure of the Veneto region in Italy.