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On February 15th, I had the pleasure of attending the Gambero Rosso Tre Bicchieri tasting in new York City. It had been a few years since I attended this event and I was incredibly impressed by the venue and the organization. Hundreds of wineries were represented, and like my previous Tasting Report on Slow Wine-VinItaly, I attempted to spend the most time at wineries that were represented by owners or winemakers. This was not the case as frequently as it was with Slow Wine. However, when the owner was present, I was able to spend an extended amount of time speaking with them. 

Gambero Rosso appears to be more of a "hit and run" tasting than the aptly named "Slow Wine". Tasters dart from table to table in an attempt not to miss "the next great wine" yet, in doing so, miss the gems hiding in plain sight. I'll explain more about this below, but the "sheeple" mentality was alive and well last week and I used it greatly to my advantage.
As with the Slow Wine article, given the size of the taste received and the fact that the wines were largely tasted without food, I will provide a range of scores below. Unless otherwise noted, all wines received the "Tre Bicchieri" designation. There were some producers offering additional wines.

Umani Ronchi
My first stop was at the perennial producer from Le Marche, Umani Ronchi. Years ago, a good friend of mine turned me onto their "Super Marche" blend, "Pelago" and I have been a fan of theirs ever since. They were pouring their Tre Bicchieri white wine and were represented by the youthful, energetic family member, Michele Bernetti. He seemed humbled when I mentioned Pelago, and was very proud to point out that their white was named White Wine of the Year, by Gambero Rosso.

2009 Conero Riserva, Cumaro: This is a 100% Montepulciano from Le Marche which ages 12 months in barrique and an additional 8 months in bottle before release. It now bears the DOCG designation. This wine is very well done with rich berry flavors and aromas. Very polished with a long finish. Due Bicchieri. 88-90 points.2010 Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi Vecchie Vigne: This is also designated Classico Superiore, and the Vecchie Vigne refers to "Old Vines". This white is crafted in stainless steel with natural, native yeasts. The nose blew me away. Crushed white stone fruit and exotic tropical notes abound. I can see why Gambero Rosso noted it as the white wine of the year. It's amazing to smell. The flavors follow the nose with intensity and balance. Crisp, refreshing and delicious. Among the best whites from Italy I've ever had. 92-95 points.

Tolaini

2009 Picconero: 92-95 points. 2009 Valdisanti: 90-93 points.

Poggio di Sotto

2007 Poggio di Sotto Brunello: 92-94 points.

Massolino:

2006 Barolo Vigna Rionda Riserva: 94-97 points.

Badia a Coltibuono

2009 Chianti Classico Cultus Boni: 87-89 points

Poliziano

2009 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano: 91-94 points.

Tabarrini

2008 Sagrantino Campo alla Cerqua: 93-95 Points2009 Montefalco Rosso: 92-94 points.

Brancaia

2009 Chianti Classico Riserva: 87-89 points. 2008 Il Blu: 83-85 points.2009 Ilatraia: 90-92 points.

Boscarelli:

2008 Vino Nobile Nocio dei Boscarelli: 89-91 points.

Pieropan:

2010 Soave Classico La Rocca: 91-93 points

Tenuta dell'Ornellaia:

2009 Masseto: 96-98 points.2009 Ornellaia: 92-94 points.

Tenute Rubino

2010 Visellio: 92-94 points.

Marchesi di Barolo

2008 Barolo Sarmassa: 96-98 points

Tenuta San Guido

2009 Sassicaia: 95-98 points.

Tenuta Sette Ponti

2009 Oreno: 94-96 points.

Casanova di Neri

2006 Brunello di Montalcino Cerretalto: 100 points!

Antonelli

2008 Sagrantino: 91-93 points.

La Togata

2007 Brunello di Montalcino: 91-93 points.

Massimino Venturini

2007 Amarone Classico Campo Masua: 91-93 points.

Marchesi Antinori

2009 Tignanello: 94-96 points.2006 Pian delle Vigne Brunello di Montalcino: 90-92 points.

Elvio Cogno

2006 Vigna Elena Barolo Riserva: 84 points

Tenuta dell'Arbiola

2009 Barbera d'Asti Nizza "Romilda": 90-92 points.

Colpetrone

2007 Sagrantino: 92-94 points.

Canalicchio di Sopra

2007 Brunello di Montalcino: 92-94 points

Fontodi

2009 Flaccianello: 94-98 points.2009 Chianti Classico Riserva Vigna del Sorbo:91-94 points.

Falesco

2010 Montiano: 93-96 points.

Librandi

2010 Gravello: 90-93 points.

Tenimenti Luigi d'Alessandro

2009 Il Bosco Syrah - Cortona: 92-94 points.