David Brodati, DipWSET

David Brodati, DipWSET
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Trapiche Terroir Series Finca Ambrosia Single Vineyard Malbec 2012, Mendoza Bottle
Trapiche Terroir Series Finca Ambrosia Single Vineyard Malbec 2012, Mendoza
Mendoza, Argentina
$39.95

Drinking beautifully now. Big and bold Malbec from the Gualtallary sub region of Uco Valley, Mendoza. So much happening here, where to start? The nose is beguiling and complexity abounds. Dark, almost stewed fruit with spices galore, minerality, smoke, herbs and licorice. Full bodied, vibrant acidity, excellent length, smooth ripe tannins. Warm with 15% abv declared. Almost too warm, into the slight burn category which holds my rating under 95. Too bad the bottle is so annoyingly heavy. Drink now and over the next 5-7 years. Oct. 2019.

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Federico Curtaz Il Purgatorio 2017, D.O.C. Etna Rosso Bottle
Federico Curtaz Il Purgatorio 2017, D.O.C. Etna Rosso
Sicily, Italy
$59.97

I really have fallen in love with Etna Rosso and my dalliance with this 100% Nerello Mascalese is no exception. Aromas are beguiling with pot pouri, red berry, cherry, balsamic, wood spice and cigar box. The palate is well structured and balanced with tannins still very notable but resolving, acidity bright and 14% alcohol giving weight but not heat. Length is excellent. Drinking nicely now with fruit drying and tertiary notes emerging. It can cellar for a few years yet if savoury notes rather than fruit is your thing. March 2024.

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J. Moreau & Fils Fourchaume Chablis 1er Cru 2018, Ac Bottle
J. Moreau & Fils Fourchaume Chablis 1er Cru 2018, Ac
Burgundy, France
$55.95

Everything you want in a 1er Cru Chablis. Flavour intensity, balance, length of finish and typical minerality. Lemon lime citrus pops then minerality takes over, then a savoury herb like quality, then the ride starts all over again. Oak is judicious and integrated as it should be for a Chablis Cru. Acidity is mouthwatering but not at all harsh. And lees contact adds a nice texture to the mouthfeel. This paired nicely with sage roasted chicken in a garlic wine sauce and latkes (potato pancakes), with the fresh acidity being a great foil to the greasy garnish. Tasted Dec. 2022.

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Guilhem & Jean Hugues Goisot La Ronce 2018, Bourgogne Côtes D'auxerre Bottle
Guilhem & Jean Hugues Goisot La Ronce 2018, Bourgogne Côtes D'auxerre
Burgundy, France
$52.80

A beautiful Bourgogne Pinot, displaying quite intense aromas and flavours of roses, sour cherry, raspberry, earthy beetroot, spicy nutmeg and cinnamon, and oaky vanillin and cedar. The frame is medium bodied with fairly soft ripe tannins and juicy vibrant acidity. Scores on complexity, balance, concentration and a lovely long finish. Wish I'd bought more bottles. Oct. 2022.

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Estate Argyros Assyrtiko 2020, P.D.O.  Bottle
Estate Argyros Assyrtiko 2020, P.D.O.
Santorini, Greece
$45.00

Beautiful texture and mouthfeel on this Santorini Assyrtiko. Lemony citrus, saline tangy minerality and spice dominate the flavours. Full bodied with 14.5% abv showing weight and the slightest hint of anise. Lovely balance, very vibrant and outstanding length. Pair this with lemon drenched calamari, village salad featuring briny olives and souvlaki.

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Lantides Abyss Assyrtiko 2020, P.G.I. Peloponnese Bottle
Lantides Abyss Assyrtiko 2020, P.G.I. Peloponnese
Peloponnese, Greece
$39.95

Not your typical Assyrtiko from, say, traditional Santorini wind swept volcanic bush vines which gives minerally, salty almost austere qualities. Yes there's a mineral edge here, but more mainland voluptuousness. Intense nose with tropical notes (pineapple really pops), lemony citrus, honey, herbs, caramel and toast. The fruit is ripe giving an almost sweet sensation and it balances the significant oak and alcohol. Just enough acidity to trim the roundness a shade. The weight sits full on the mouth and the length is excellent to outstanding. Feb. 2024

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Alvear Solera 1927 Pedro Ximénez, Do Montilla Moriles, Spain (375ml) Bottle
Alvear Solera 1927 Pedro Ximénez, Do Montilla Moriles, Spain (375ml)
Unknown, World
$30.95

The complexity of flavours stands out in this lusciously sweet PX sherry. So mahogany dark and rich on the palate, viscous, almost cloying. But the variety of aromas/flavours just keep coming like waves over the palate, including stewed prune, dates, fig, raisins, molasses, honey, chocolate, caramel, tea, soy/hoisin and more. Scores on complexity and length. Pair with dried fruit based desserts, nuts or blue cheese. Dec. 2016.

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Poças Colheita Port 1994, Vieilli En Fût, Doc Douro Bottle
Poças Colheita Port 1994, Vieilli En Fût, Doc Douro
Douro, Portugal
$41.95

I'm not very experienced with port, so I'll defer to Mr. Lawrason's score. I found this colheita to be lovely. It sits tawny in the glass with orange and coral hues. I get hints of apricot and honey with a slight medicinal tone. A delectable evening quaff - this sweet heat is a treat. Grip it n' sip it!. March 2013.

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Domaine Terlato & Chapoutier Lieu Dit Malakoff Shiraz 2010, Pyrenees Bottle
Domaine Terlato & Chapoutier Lieu Dit Malakoff Shiraz 2010, Pyrenees
Victoria, Australia
$35.25

Such an interesting wine, not your typical Aussie Shiraz. Clearly Chapoutier's influence and unique terroir from this lieu dit in the Pyranees has resulted in a rich, savoury complex wine. Quite intense aromatics with depth and concentration but the flavour profile is less about the fruit and much more about the savoury. At almost eight years it will shift more in that direction. Umami rich soy, teriyaki, mushroom, earth and raw meat. Medium plus acidity provides balance and lift. It's big (14% ABV) and rich, but it carries a certain elegance. Excellent length. Drinking nicely now. Dec. 2017.

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Barossa Valley Estate Ebenezer Shiraz 2007, Barossa Valley, South Australia Bottle
Barossa Valley Estate Ebenezer Shiraz 2007, Barossa Valley, South Australia
South Australia, Australia
$39.95

Beautiful, bountiful, bold Barossa big boy. Full, rich, dense yet with a refined flow to its gait, rather than an agressive swagger. A wonderfully complex and enticing nose. Flavours of concentrated fruit, eucalyptus, judiciously integrated oak influences. Tannins are manageable and there's balanced acidity and excellent to outstanding length. It's an amped but stylish Shiraz that is drinking well now but also has the stuffing to last another 7-10 years. Dec. 2014.

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