Tasting Notes: Amista is the work of Massimiliano Vivalda, a master of Barbera. Grown from 60 year old vines and aged in large cask, this ripe red has a brisk and vibrant fruit profile of small red berries, with hints of tobacco... Read More
Tasting Notes: The Amorotti Montepulciano d'Abruzzo is a aromatic and deeply flavored red from Abruzzo. Purple fruit, smoke, iron and a touch of wild herbs spread across the palate on this vibrant wine from new star producer... Read More
Tasting Notes: The Amorotti Trebbiano d'Abruzzo has the depth and textual elegance of high quality Trebbiano, showcasing the dedication and care that comes from their natural approach to making wine. Pear, ripe peach and mountain... Read More
Tasting Notes: Korem is a complex belnd of several grapes. Bovale Sardo (Graciano) is an underrated grape that has been making a comeback in its native Rioja. Korem blends the low-yielding and deeply-colored Bovale Sardo for aroma... Read More
Tasting Notes: Elegant and refined, the 2019 Canalicchio di Sopra Brunello is both ready to drink and built for the cellar. Crushed cherries, pipe tobacco, woodland berries, and dried herbs all mingle together. The palate is both... Read More
Tasting Notes: The Capichera Isola Dei Nuraghi is their iconic wine, produced since 1980. It arose from the idea of being able to use Vermentino grapes, those closest to Capichera’s heart, to obtain a wine that could hold... Read More
Tasting Notes: Deep garnet in color, intoxicating aromas of purple fruits and wild flowers are underscored by notes of cherries, roses, and baking spices. On the palate, it is elegant, with a long spicy finish. This wine manages... 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 Fletcher Barbaresco Recta Pete comes from the Starderi and Roncaglie crus, two of the finest in Barbaresco. Reticent at first, an hour open and aromas of dried citrus, chestnuts, leather and sweet pipe tobacco... Read More
Tasting Notes: The Donnafugata Contessa Entellina Tancredi is a blend of Cabernet and Nero d'Avola aged in a mix of new and used French barriques for 12 months. Notes of blueberry, licorice and tobacco weave against a ripe... Read More
Estate History: Felsina began in 1966 when Domenico Poggiali bought the estate and took the leap into Italian viticulture at a time when it was struggling. Investing in the quality of the wine and the expertise of a young team... Read More
Estate History: Among the splendid rolling hills of the Langhe, in the heart of Piedmont, stands the beautiful Fontanafredda estate, which once belonged to King Vittorio Emanuele II who n turn gave it to Rosa Vercellana, a commoner... Read More
Tasting Notes: The Fontanafredda Barolo Serralunga d'Alba, from 100% estate -grown Nebbiolo, displays the virile muscle and power that is a benchmark for quality Barolo from Serralunga. This ready to drink Barolo is loaded... Read More
Tasting Notes: The Fratelli Alessandria Barolo del Comune di Verduno is sourced exclusively from vineyard sites in Verduno. Rivarocca, Pisapola, Campasso, Rocche dell'Olmo and Boscato all add distinct elements into this aromatic... Read More