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One of the hottest names in Tuscany today is Fabio Motta – a man who used to be known as the son-in-law of the famed Michele Satta – but that’s not really the full story. Fabio had already earned his degree in agriculture when he first began working harvests in Tuscany back in 2001.
His early labors were modest, despite his education, he primarily cleaned and watched and learned (and watched and learned). But by 2005, he had been tapped by one of Bolgheri’s elite, Michele Satta – increasingly earning his trust for larger and larger roles.
So much so that in 2009 Fabio married his mentor’s daughter and the ‘dowry’ would be nothing short of breathtaking. His father-in-law held the lease on a very special though modest-in-size vineyard, which he entrusted to his new son-in-law.
Fabio released his first vintage (the 2010) to much fanfare – almost immediately cementing his stature among the latest crop of up and comers in Tuscany’s already rich wine scene. These biodynamic wines are phenomenal – always striking amazing balance between finesse and power.
The 2016 Bolgheri Superiore Le Gonnare is an instant classic. As Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate reported in the 95 point review, “Once again, Fabio Motta knocks it out of the ballpark. The 2016 Bolgheri Superiore Le Gonnare is another super rich and densely concentrated Tuscan blended wine from this classic vintage.”
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95 Points, Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate
Once again, Fabio Motta knocks it out of the ballpark. The 2016 Bolgheri Superiore Le Gonnare is another super rich and densely concentrated Tuscan blended wine from this classic vintage. This blend of 85% Merlot and 15% Syrah is soft and velvety. In fact, the wine plays its best cards in terms of the supple and soft nature of the mouthfeel and tannins. The wine is partially aged (only 20%) in new oak. Only 6,600 bottles were made.
Fabio Motta is a new name in Bolgheri that came into being thanks to one of the most celebrated names in the appellation: his father-in-law, Michele Satta. Fabio earned his degree in agricultural sciences in Milan, and in 2001 he came to the Tuscan Coast to work a harvest. By 2005, he had returned to Bolgheri under the employment of Michele Satta, and he worked for him until 2009, eventually marrying Michele’s daughter. His father-in-law held the lease on a vineyard called Pievi (four hectares) and eventually handed it over to Fabio. That’s when this young man decided to break out on his own. Fabio’s first vintage made on his own was 2010.
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The 2021 Napa Valley East side Cuvee is an instant classic. From the first whiff to the moment it hits the lips, its clear that this is a fabulously concentrated, serious wine: black in color, and featuring aromas of cassis, cedar and chocolate-tinged purple fruit. The mouthfeel is plush and voluptuous with a firm, solid finish that speaks to its potential for considerable aging.
91 Points, Wine Enthusiast
Always the one with the most personality of the bunch, this is what Wine Enthusiast had to say about the 2021 release: “This extremely ripe and bold style of Pinot Noir will please those seeking such lushness. Dark in the glass, it begins with black cherry, toasty caramel and cola milk shake aromas.” The cool, coastal days and abundance of sunshine lines up perfectly for a wine that has a good natural acidic backbone, with bold fruit-forward flavors. In an easy 2021 vintage, Joe Wagner had a field day with this single-vineyard beauty.
95 Points, Jeb Dunnuck – 95 Points, Lisa Perotti-Brown
The oft 100-point winemaker, Jayson Woodbridge had this to say when tasting his 2021 ‘Stargazing’ Sonoma Pinot: “The wine is vibrant and complex with subtle dark fruits and berries, grandmother’s cherry pie, minerals, and a slight touch of rain-soaked earth, intertwined with a balance and very pleasing easy-going luxury. Should have been priced higher but what the hell.” I have no doubt this clerical error will be addressed in the vintages moving forward. But for now, this is a cult Pinot for under $100/bottle.
92 Points, James Suckling
Since the late 1990’s Penner-Ash has been viewed as one of Oregon’s top wineries making gorgeous wines in the Yamhill-Carlton AVA. In the 2021 vintage considered to be one of Oregon’s all-time great years, the 2021 Willamette Valley Pinot Noir that Lynn crafted is gorgeous, a silky tightly woven number that mixes red and black fruits with some sage and baking spices and a savory finish. It’s got some nice weight to it and structure which suggests it’ll age well for the next 10-15 years though it’s already drinking beautifully in its youth.
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