Fragrant aromas of apricot, honey, candied fruit and creamy almond paste. The wine is beautifully concentrated, smooth and it ends with layers of sweetness and well-balanced acidity. It’s complex and round and would pair with elegant dishes such as foie gras.——M.L.(12/15/2009)—— 94

La Tunella turns out a richly saturated and concentrated version of its precious Picolit dessert wine this vintage with aromas of candied orange peel, apricot, honey, lemon glaze and almond skin. The wine is sweet and creamy in the mouth with long- lasting persistency.——M.L.(12/15/2009)—— 92

La Tunella’s Picolit exhibits a saturated golden color and ripe aromas of mature apricot, tangerine skin and citrus. You’ll also recognize tones of honey, toasted nut and maple syrup. It’s a chewy, viscous dessert wine with in-your-face intensity and a succulent, sweet finish. ——M.L.(12/15/2008)—— 92