James Suckling, one of the most renowned and respected American wine critics, has once again awarded Marco Felluga & Russiz Superiore. Here are the tastings and scores:
RUSSIZ SUPERIORE SAUVIGNON RISERVA COLLIO DOC 2020 – 94 points
A bright and polished wine with forthright aromas of gooseberries, sage, grapefruit and pineapple. Medium- to full-bodied, dense and silky, with tension and vibrancy. Long, savory aftertaste with a hint of marzipan. Drink or hold.
RUSSIZ SUPERIORE FRIULANO COLLIO DOC 2023 – 93 points
An intense, spicy wine with salt and pepper minerality and restrained stone fruit on the nose. Light- to medium-bodied, it is very tingling on the palate, with tension up to the finish. Savory. Drink now.
RUSSIZ SUPERIORE PINOT BIANCO COLLIO DOC 2023 – 93 points
Slightly reductive, with Mirabelle plum, apricot, fern and leaf aromas. Light- to medium-bodied with a tingling palate and a savory, polished finish. Drink or hold.
RUSSIZ SUPERIORE BIANCO COL DISÔRE COLLIO DOC 2022 – 92 points
This wine presents subtle tropical notes of dried mango, almonds, honeysuckle and dried citrus peel. The medium- to full-bodied palate is textured and refined, showcasing impressive fruit concentration with an attractive spicy edge. It is dry and polished. Drink or hold.
RUSSIZ SUPERIORE ROSSO RISERVA DEGLI ORZONI COLLIO DOC 2018 – 92 points
A dark-fruited wine with aromas of ash, smoke, toasted black pepper and a touch of earth. Medium-bodied with bright cassis flavors, it shows crisp acidity, ripe tannins and a savory and toasty finish. Sustainable. Drink now.
RUSSIZ SUPERIORE SAUVIGNON COLLIO DOC 2024 – 91 points
Spicy, lightly herbaceous nose with dried lemons, sliced pears and hints of star fruit. It has a medium body with juicy acidity and a sleek, lively finish. Textured and fresh. Drink now.
RUSSIZ SUPERIORE CABERNET FRANC COLLIO DOC 2022 – 90 points
Singed black pepper, cooked fruit, smoke and ashes on the nose. Light-bodied, it shows acidity and ripe, lightly framed tannins. Abrupt finish. Sustainable. Drink now.
MARCO FELLUGA BIANCO JUST MOLAMATTA FRIULI DOC 2024 – 90 points
Clean and juicy with a citrusy character, this medium-bodied white displays notes of crushed lemons, sliced apples and stones. It is sleek and textured, with crisp lemony acidity that elevates the palate. Drink now.
MARCO FELLUGA VARNERI MERLOT COLLIO DOC 2022 – 90 points
An easy-drinking merlot with aromas of plums, red cherries and leaves, then a light body with crunchy flavors, crisp acidity and chalky tannins. Drink now.
MARCO FELLUGA MONGRIS PINOT GRIGIO COLLIO DOC 2024 – 90 points
Spiced apples, dried lemons and savory herbs on the nose. The medium-bodied palate is sleek and crisp, with vivid acidity coming through. Easy and refreshing. Drink now.
Complete reviews are available at the following link: https://www.jamessuckling.com/wine-tasting-reports/the-rheingaus-winning-2024-finding-balance-in-friuli-and-portugals-white-wine-power
