James Molesworth’s most recent review of 25 noteworthy Finger Lakes wines highlights Damiani

posted online Sept 4, 2009

DAMIANI Cabernet Sauvignon Finger Lakes 2007 Score: 88 | $29

Nicely integrated toast weaves through the dark plum and red currant fruit, with hints of tobacco and briar filling out the full-bodied finish. There’s nice dark fruit, but also fresh underlying acidity. Drink now through 2010. 74 cases made. Red.—J.M.

Nicely rounded, with well layered black cherry, spice, tobacco and sweet tapenade notes. Stays juicy on the finish. Like a nice Saumur red. Well
done. Drink now. 110 cases made. Red. —J.M.

DAMIANI Meritage Finger Lakes 2007 Score: 87 | $27
This is nicely ripe, with a mix of black cherry and currant fruit held together by integrated toast. Nice lingering coffee hint on the mineral-tinged
finish. Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Cabernet Franc. Drink now through 2010. 273 cases made. Red. —J.M.

DAMIANI Merlot Finger Lakes Barrel Select 2007 Score: 87 | $35
Firm and rather smoky, but with a solid core of blackberry and currant fruit. Notes of cedar and toast frame the finish. Could use brief cellaring to
stretch out. Drink now through 2010. 108 cases made. Red. —J.M.

DAMIANI Merlot Finger Lakes 2007 Score: 86 | $22
This is solid, with dark currant and plum notes backed by Maduro tobacco and a loamy hint. Slightly firm, but with good depth and muscle through
the finish. Drink now. 154 cases made. Red. —J.M.