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Jancis Robinson
Wednesday 15 August 2012

I was sent these samples but did not find them very thrilling, I'm afraid. Which is why I am publishing this tasting article so discreetlyl.

Eugenio Collavini, Blancfumat Sauvignon 2011 Collio 16
Firmly scented and obviously green and Sauvignon but with a bit more body than anything from the Loire and drier than anything from outside Europe. Lightly vibrant.  Mildly smoky. Attractive, substantial wine.  (JR) 12.5%
Drink 2012 – 2014
Eugenio Collavini Ribolla Gialla 2011 Colli Orientali del Friuli 15.5
Broad aroma and very winning. Relatively low acid. Massively fruity start and a chalky finish.  Well made, well balanced. Just falls off a bit on the finish. (JR) 12.5%
Drink 2012 – 2013
Eugenio Collavini, Broy 2010 Collio 15.5
Smells quite long on Sauvignon and is pretty substantial. Some oak influence? Good balance and competent without being thrilling.  Just  tad sour. (JR) 13%
Drink 2011 – 2013
Eugenio Collavini, dal Pic Merlot 2006 Collio 15.5
Absolutely ridiculously heavy bottle. Light and dusty without  strong core of fruit. Sees a bit over the hill to me. (JR) 13.5%
Drink 2009 – 2012
Eugenio Collavini, Forrésco 2005 Colli Orientali del Friuli 16
Ridiculously heavy bottle. Much more substance on the palate than the Merlot 2006. Not hot and with layers. Good balance. Tar and black fruits. Mld and mellow but with some vitality. é (JR) 14%
Drink 2010 – 2014