Tasting Notes: From vines are between 60 and 90 years old. Old vines produce inherently lower and therefore higher quality yields. Traditionally, Sonntaler is an assemblage of different Schiava varieties with a large share of... Read More

Tasting Notes: Crafted from high-altitude vineyards in the heart of Chianti Classico, the Castello di Volpaia showcases the region's elegance and finesse. Predominantly Sangiovese, this wine offers a rich bouquet of red fruits... Read More

Tasting Notes: Silene grabs your attention straight-away with a dazzling bouquet of roses, wild berries, and a hint of sage. The supple mineral-tinged palate echoes those berries, with a mouth-watering acidity pulling you back... Read More

Estate History: Salco means the willow tree in the ancient Tuscan language, an important plant for wine territories throughout history as its branches were used to bind the vines. The Salcheto Estate is the named after the stream,... Read More

Tasting Notes: This wine reveals a rich array of aromas, ranging from cherries to violets, pencil lead to spicy notes. The pleasant acidity and the smoothness of its tannins afford it an amazing persistence with hints of fresh... Read More

Tasting Notes: The G.D. Vajra Langhe Nebbiolo JC Clare is a piece of Piemontese history in a bottle. Crafted from younger Nebbiolo vines with an eye on the past, this red opens with a slight spritz that blows off with some time... Read More

Tasting Notes: On the nose the Venica & Venica Merlot is young, fruit-forward and slightly herbaceous, with an harmonious bouquet ranging from berries, in particular blueberries and black currants, to violets, plums, cherries,... Read More

Tasting Notes: This wine perfectly represents la Viola, made by harvesting grapes from middle-aged vines. This cru of Sangiovese was the estate’s first production in 1998, and it is the ideal wine for introducing friends... Read More

Tasting Notes: Balanced flavor with slightly acidic notes that are typical of Barbera, and a well-expressed minerality with a final, delicate savoriness

Estate History: Since 1761, Borgogno is one of the most historical wineries in Barolo. The underground cellars continue to represent a rare historical memory of the Langa to this day, and the wines are made according to tradition:... Read More

Tasting Notes: The Clementi Valpolicella Classico is a brisk, light-bodied red wine displaying vibrant notes of red fruits, particularly sour cherries, raspberries, and strawberries, complemented by a hint of spice and a refreshing... Read More

Tasting Notes: A pale purple in the glass, the nose immediately shows the spicy qualities of the Schioppettino grape. Black pepper, dried chilies and nutmeg. Brambly blackberries and fresh plum. Underneath, there is a meaty quality... Read More

Tasting Notes: The Erste & Neue Pinot Nero is a dry and vivacious Pinot Noir, very classic style, with a finely-wound tannic structure and inviting flavors of cherries and savory herbs.... Read More

Tasting Notes: On the nose, Perdixi displays a blend of dark fruit preserved in alcohol. Lively hints of spices redolent with licorice and vanilla bean, and elegant balsamic nuances perfect the bouquet. Excellent acidity, and... Read More

Tasting Notes: The Punica Montessu shows pure beams of ripe berry flavors, with notes of tea leaves, followed by delicate spice and mineral notes. Creamy tannins frame the fresh finish in this Sardinian blend of Carignan, Syrah,... Read More

Tasting Notes: The Musella Recioto della Valpolicella presents a deep, intense ruby color and offers vibrant aromas of cherry bark, ripe plum, black currant, cedar, and vanilla. On the palate, this sweet dessert wine is lusciously... Read More

Tasting Notes: The Giacomo Borgogno & Figli Barbera d'Alba is an Intense ruby red color in the glass with a persistent vinous fragrance in the nose - almost ethereal - after moderate bottle aging. Dry and with a pleasantly... Read More

Tasting Notes: Lo Triolet makes high altitude wines with some vineyards at 2,900 hundred feet above sea level! Their Gamay reflects this mountainous origin, with bright, crunchy purple fruit and a touch of wild savor.... Read More

Tasting Notes: Maria Sole’s workhorse (pun intended) wine, Bulgarelli—named after her grandfather’s prized stallion—is pure Sangiovese from 20- to 30-year-old vines planted in the sandy clay soils of the... Read More

Tasting Notes: The Cordero di Montezemolo Langhe Nebbiolo is a modern interpretation of Nebbiolo. Stylish and fruit-forward, with a concentrated nose of raspberry, blueberry, strawberry, and violet. Fresh, robust, and full-flavored... Read More

Tasting Notes: The Montevetrano Core Rosso is a deep ruby-red wine and displays aromas of red fruits and spices with undertones of licorice, earth, and leather. This wine makes an excellent pairing with roasted lamb, grilled tenderloin,... Read More

Tasting Notes: The Bruciato is a rich and pleasurable wine on the nose with notes of sweet spices, toasted coffee, and ripe red berry fruit. The wine is elegant and balanced on the palate with good length and a highly pleasurable... Read More

Tasting Notes: Fermented with wild yeasts and matured for 12 months in clay amphorae, then a further 12 months in bottle, this wine has a spiced plum and wild hedgerow aroma with some rich black cherry notes. In the mouth it has... Read More

Tasting Notes: Beneath azure skies and overlooking the cobalt Tyrrhenian Sea, rests Tenuta Le Colonne, a gem at the heart of Bolgheri. The Tenuta Le Colonne Bolgheri Rosso is a blend of 50% Merlot, 30% Petit Verdot, 20% Cabernet... Read More

Tasting Notes: The Felsina Chianti Classico Berardenga shows a deep ruby red color in the glass. The nose is dense with fine and elegant aromas dominated by wild berries, along with array of spice and wood notes. This follows... Read More

Estate History: The Prà winery, although relatively young, as it started in the early 1980’s, has come to be knowns as one of the visionary wine makers of Italy. The winery in Monteforte d’Alpone, is run by... Read More

Tasting Notes: The Bastian Cuntrari Rosso di Valtellina from winemaker Michele Silvestri opens with a citrus freshness, with hints of orange, then red fruit, blackberry, blueberry and currant, notes of strawberry, with an excellent... Read More

Tasting Notes: Ronchi is one of the great values in Barbaresco and finds its way on the staff picks table quite a lot. A very aromatic and fleshy fruit style with dark cherry, licorice, and orange peel.... Read More

Tasting Notes: A savory, expressive Chianti with pure notes of small red berries and supple tannins. Perfect for red sauce pasta, burgers or pizza. Fattoria del Colle is located between the Chianti and DOC Orcia. Of its 336 hectares,... Read More

Estate History: Mirafiore was founded in 1858 by Emanuele Mirafiore, son of Italy's King Vittorio Emanuele II. With its range of unique wines, highly distinctive in origin, character and personality, by the end of the century... Read More

Tasting Notes: The Tenimenti Leone Cesanese Tera de Leone is a Roman red with brilliant notes of red berries and roses. The super-supple palate has just enough depth and the right balance of acidity to pair wonderfully with classic... Read More

Tasting Notes: A bright, vivid red color shows in a glass of the Dei Vino Nobile di Montepulciano, a fine representation of Sangiovese, featuring an intense bouquet of ripe cherries and plum. Flavorful and balanced with big,... Read More

Estate History: Braida’s story is linked to that of Rocchetta Tanaro, a small town in the Monferrato area. They were some vineyards owned by Grandfather Giuseppe, who left them to his son Giacomo, and now they are cultivated... Read More

Tasting Notes: The Chiussuma Rosso Farinel is a Nebbiolo-based wine produced in Carema, in Piedmont along the border of the Valle d'Asote, vinified and fermented exclusively in steel. The goal of the winery is to best represent... Read More

Tasting Notes: The Vietti Nebbiolo Perbacco is a medium deep ruby color. Quite intense and generously fruit-foraward nose, with red berries along with floral and spicy notes, a hint of menthol and hard candy. On the pallet medium... Read More

Tasting Notes: The Sella & Mosca Tanca Farra Alghero has a brillant ruby red color with garnet reflections. On the nose, floral, herbaceous and ripe dark fruit notes are accented with leather and spice. Full-bodied, dry and balanced,... Read More

Tasting Notes: The Cascina Ebreo Segreto is a wine that naturally evolves, slowly maturing with secrets of the barrel and the delicate touch of the winemaker. The wine presents an intense bouquet of wild berry jam, spices and... Read More

Tasting Notes: The obscure Piemontese variety Pelaverga makes the Castello di Verduno Basadone a brilliant food wine. Spicy, zippy red fruit dominate the flavor profile. The Pelaverga label has a drawing of poppies which are called... Read More

Tasting Notes: Chateau Feuillet Cornalin is made from 100% Cornalin, a rare red grape variety from the Alps. It has a delightful fresh mountain herb bouquet and satisfying hint of spice. Pair this refreshing, light bodied red... Read More

Tasting Notes: The Trinoro Toscana Le Cupole is a Super Tuscan blend of Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Petit Verdot. Rich black cherry, bell pepper, mint and spice all work together beautifully to create a decadant... Read More

Tasting Notes: Made with 100% Nerello Mascalese, Pietrarizzo Rosso has aromas and characteristics of wild strawberry, dried florals, red cherry, fresh herbs and spice, which integrate on the full-bodied palate with notes of slate... Read More

Tasting Notes: The Calabretta Nerello Mascalese has strawberry, red cherry and violet aromas and flavors, complicated by hints of fresh ginger, white pepper and lemon peel. A flavorful, mature wine that is deep with notes of... Read More

Tasting Notes: A traditional wine made from the Petit Rouge grape, it has a compelling rusticity with a wild berry impression and a lively freshness on the palate.

Estate History: Danilo Thomain is the only independent vigneron... Read More

Tasting Notes: The San Martino Aglianico del Vulture Sciumma is a bright ruby red color. Mineral hints of graphite, cocoa and coffee, with aromas of embers, red fruit and black pepper. The palate has a medium structure supported... Read More

Estate History: One of the legendary winemakers of the world, Bruno Giacosa crafted the most prestigious single-vineyard Barolo and Barbaresco wines during a career that spanned nearly eight decades. He joined the family business... Read More

Tasting Notes: The Rossese di Dolceacqua Poggio Pini is coming from 30 year old vines in the Poggio Pini vineyard, from vines of the highest point in the vineyard where grapes are smaller with thicker skins. This rustic red has... Read More

Tasting Notes: The Felsina Berardenga Chianti Classico Riserva has a spicy aroma with cherry blossom, and wild berries. The palate has a striking minerality, medium to full with crisp red fruits and a touch of woodland earthiness.... Read More

Tasting Notes: Dark ruby red with orange hues, the wine has an intense, elegant and ample nose boasting notes of ripe red berries and blueberries, Mediterranean shrub, and spicy notes like nutmeg and pepper. Well-balanced on the... Read More

Tasting Notes: Harmonium is the winning combination of Nero d’ Avola’s strength and Firriato’s style. The goal with Harmonium was to create the “cru of crus” that offered all the manifestations of... Read More

Tasting Notes: The G.D. Vajra Barolo is a balanced and drinkable Barolo with classic aromas of rose petals, red cherries, and strawberries. The palate is bright with a rich texture, velvety tannins, and tart red fruit flavors.... Read More

Tasting Notes: Colleoni grows organic Sangiovese in less-heeled areas of Montalcino that have been deemed top terroirs. This is one great example. Expect ripe Sangiovese fruit with a streak of bitter cherry and a pleasant dusting... Read More

Tasting Notes: The Carranco Villa dei Baroni Etna Rosso expresses the volcanic personality of its homeland, an intense minerality and acidity, and a very elegant finish with light, silky and savory tannins, accompanied by intense... Read More

Tasting Notes: The Punica Barrua comes from quality Carignano grapes known for excellence in the Sulcis area of Sardegna. This spicy red has a deep red color, a softness on the palate - from the tannins to the consistently low... Read More