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DI MAJO NORANTE
2005 Di Majo Norante Apianae
92 points
2007 Di Majo Norante Cabernet Terra Degli Osci 88 points
2006 Di Majo Norante Don Luigi 88 points
Di Majo Norante Apianae 2007
92 points
Di Majo Norante IGT Sangiovese Terre Degli Osci 2008
points
Di Majo Norante Contado 2007 90 points
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Di Majo Norante Don Luigi 2008 – 92 points
The 2008 Montepulciano Riserva Don Luigi presents a cool, inward expression of
this native grape. A vein of lively minerality frames black fruits, herbs and smoke.
The wine softens with air, turning seamless and impeccably elegant on the finish.”
Di Majo Norante Apianae 2009 – 92 points
Di Majo Norante's Moscato Reale Apianae is often one of the most compelling
sweet wines in Italy, as it is again in 2009. Tangerine blossoms, orange peel, flowers,
mint and minerals are just some of the nuances that flow from this elegant, refined
wine. The Apianae was aged in neutral oak and carries just 94 grams of residual
sugar, making it a moderately sweet wine that doesn't tire the palate.”
Di Majo Norante Contado 2009 – 91 points
The 2009 Aglianico del Molise Contado impresses for its density, balance and depth.
Hints of smoke and tar add complexity to the rich, powerful fruit.”
Di Majo Norante Ramitello 2009 – 91 points
Layers of smoke, grilled herbs, menthol and minerals are overlayed on a core of
black fruit. The Ramitello shows serious power and intensity all the way through to
the palate staining finish. Floral notes add lift and freshness on the close.”
Di Majo Norante Cabernet Terra degli Osci 2010 – 88
points
The 2010 Cabernet Sauvignon Terre degli Osci is more varietally true than the
estate's Sangiovese. It shows excellent depth and freshness in its dark fruit, grilled
herbs and spices”
Di Majo Norante Sangiovese Terre Degli Osci 2010 – 87
points
“The 2010 Sangiovese Terre degli Osci flows with supple fruit, showing the round,
dark side of Sangiovese.”
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DI MAJO NORANTE Don Luigi Montepulciano del Molise Riserva 2012 – 92 points
“Di Majo Norante's top shelf wine is based on the Montepulciano grape. In truth, the 2012 Molise Rosso
Riserva Don Luigi offer less varietal character, replacing it instead with enormous power and depth. This
wine stands tall and proud with thick lines of dark berry fruit, dried blackberry, grilled herb and moist
chewing tobacco. Di Majo Norante always makes wines with distinctive character and this edition of the
massive, but beautiful Don Luigi is no exception.”
DI MAJO NORANTE Apianae Moscato Reale del Molise 2010 – 92 points
“The 2010 Moscato del Molise Apianae (500 ml) is a gorgeous wine with a clean approach and bright fruit
flavors. This distinctive dessert wine offers candied orange peel, pineapple, apricot and blanched almond.
But this sweet wine also offers a specific herbal quality that sets it apart from its peers. This is not an obvious
dessert wine. In fact, the complexity of its aromas come as a very happy surprise.”
DI MAJO NORANTE Apianae Moscato Reale del Molise 2012 – 91 points
“Sweet, compelling and unique, the 2012 Moscato del Molise Apianae (500 ml) will appeal to those who
love the offbeat tastes of Italian dessert wine. This sweet Moscato from Molise stands alone thanks to the
distinctive aromas of candied fruit, almond and grilled herb it so generously offers on the bouquet. The wine
is extra soft and supple in texture with rich fruit flavors that carry it forward. The finish is crisp in terms of
acidity and very sweet with residual sugar.”
DI MAJO NORANTE Ramitello Biferno Rosso 2012 – 91 points
“Ramitello has enjoyed its own cult following over the years. The 2012 Molise Rosso Ramitello (a blend of
Montepulciano and Aglianico) is a delicious expression with a balanced approach that puts just as much
emphasis on intensity as it does elegance. The bouquet reveals dark fruit tones with spice and lingering
leather at the back. The mouthfeel is reinforced by firm tannic structure and bright acidity.”
DI MAJO NORANTE Contado Aglianico del Molise Riserva 2012 – 90 points
“The 2012 Aglianico del Molise Riserva Contado shows a savory and spicy character that sets this wine
apart from other Aglianico-based wines in Campania and Puglia. This expression seems to have more nerve
and energy with grilled herb, licorice, black tar and ripe blackberry fruit. The tannins are well managed and
the wine offers lots of grip and intensity in the mouth. One thing this wine has is tons of bright personality. It
also represents excellent value.”
DI MAJO NORANTE Sangiovese Terre degli Osci 2013 – 90 points
“Di Majo Norante does a great job with its 2013 Sangiovese (an IGT Terre degli Osci wine). This expression
shows a great sense of balance and harmony with red fruit energy that emerges from the glass. Cherry, dried
blackberry and currants are part of the aromatic equation. So are softer aromas of spice, leather and tobacco.
That crisp Sangiovese acidity comes through nicely and the wine ends with firm tannins and an elegantly
streamlined mouthfeel.”
DI MAJO NORANTE Cabernet Sauvignon Terre degli Osci 2013 – 89 points
“The 2013 Cabernet Sauvignon is a compact and lean expression of the noble French grape that shows
background tones of bramble and Mediterranean herb that give the wine an all-Italian personality. That extra
sharpness is particularly evident in the mouth where the wine also presents silky tannins, bright berry
highlights and tangy acidity. All said and done, it may be a little too edgy for those who appreciate a softer
style.”
DI MAJO NORANTE Sangiovese Terre degli Osci 2014 – 88 points
“The 2014 Sangiovese is an IGT Terre degli Osci wine that has enjoyed a long string of successful releases
over the past decade or so. This particular vintage is slightly less intense in terms of bouquet and mouthfeel,
yet you still get a very good view of the Sangiovese grape. The wine presents sharp contours with bright
berry nuances, sour cherry and moist chewing tobacco. A pretty blast of acidity appears on the finish.”
DI MAJO NORANTE Cabernet Sauvignon Terre degli Osci 2014 – 88 points
“The 2014 Cabernet Sauvignon is a tight and slightly nervous red wine with ample aromatic personality that
focuses on red fruit, cassis, grilled herb, leather and spicy tobacco. The 2014 vintage was cool and wet
towards the end of the growing season and the wine shows some sharp and thorny qualities as a result. Those
probably won't soften with time but if paired correctly (with succulent meat or cheesy pasta dishes) the wine
should find a successful food match.”
“Of all the wineries in Molise, none stands taller than Di Majo Norante in terms of international visibility.
Celebrated enologist Riccardo Cotarella helped to grow this brand thanks to his sophisticated and
international style of winemaking. Molise wines owe much to this dynamic Alessio Di Majo and Riccardo
Cotarella team. Today, the winery continues in that path to excellence and is an especially interesting option
for those looking for exciting value wines from southern Italy.”