Tasting Notes: The Abbazia di Novacella Gruner Veltliner is a classic example of Gruner, which is the most planted variety in nearby Austria. In Italy, it is only found in the Isarco Valley. Green apple, pear and mineral citrus... Read More
Tasting Notes: From Abbazia di Novacella, the Augustinian monastery near Bressanone that has been making wine since 1142. Grown in the cool, high Valle Isarco, this Pinot Grigio is crisp and aromatic, with notes of pear, yellow... Read More
Tasting Notes: The aromatic Abbazia di Novacella Pinot Nero is one of the best that Italy has to offer. Vibrant and soft, with supple light fruit tones of under ripe cherry and blackberry that showcase the mountain-fruit profile... Read More
Tasting Notes: From Abbazia di Novacella, the Augustinian monastery near Bressanone that has been making wine since 1142. This Sauvignon Blanc is bright and aromatic, with notes of grapefruit, gooseberry, elderflower and fresh-cut... Read More
Estate History: Located in the sleepy little burg of Novacella, in the Isarco River Valley, Abbazia di Novacella was founded in 1142 by the Augustinian Order of Canons Regular. The Augustians are not monks in the sense that you... Read More
Tasting Notes: A Barbaresco from the Sanadaive vineyard, crafted from Nebbiolo. Garnet red, it offers red cherry, rose, licorice and sweet spice, with an elegant, structured palate, fine tannins and a long finish. Decant and pair... Read More
Tasting Notes: This Lugana opens with a fragrant bouquet of white jasmine, citrus blossom, and ripe stone fruits like peach and apricot. On the palate, it feels graceful and energetic, balancing a creamy texture from lees aging... Read More
Tasting Notes: One part of the grapes were pressed immediately after their arrival at the estate, another part were kept on the skins for 15 hours and the third part was in contact with stems and skins for about one year. These... Read More
Tasting Notes: This Pinot Noir displays a vibrant translucency in the glass, offering an aromatic profile defined by fresh woodland berries, wild cherries, and a touch of crushed stone. On the palate, it is remarkably precise... Read More
Tasting Notes: The Alpe Amaro is infused with more than twenty locally grown herbs, roots and flowers, including gentian, artemisia (genepy), and mint, with the addition of bitter botanicals like rhubarb root. Alpe is located... Read More
Tasting Notes: The Alpe Amaro is infused with more than twenty locally grown herbs, roots and flowers, including gentian, artemisia (genepy), and mint, with the addition of bitter botanicals like rhubarb root. Alpe is located... Read More
Tasting Notes: The Alpe Amaro Lys is made mostly from a variety of locally grown herbs, including gentian and gentianella, blended with bitter botanicals such as rhubarb root. The alpine herbs are picked in August, then dried,... Read More
Tasting Notes: An Italian aperitivo amaro built for the hour before dinner, balancing bittersweet citrus peel with herbal and gently spiced notes. The palate is lighter and more refreshing than a digestivo amaro, with a pleasantly... Read More
Tasting Notes:Rossa Amara is an infusion of blood orange peels, fresh herbs, and sugar with the tradition of using zero additives. A perfect digestif with a bright and golden finish. Enjoy neat, on the rocks, or as an excellent... Read More
Tasting Notes: Alea Rosa is produced from 100% Aleatico from Lazio. The result is a Rosato loaded with aromatics of rose water, herbs, and ripe strawberries. Alea Rosa drinks with a supple body and notes of mixed berries, licorice,... Read More
Tasting Notes: Founded in 1893, Cantina Andriano (Kellerei Andrian) is the oldest cooperative winery in Alto Adige, working with growers around the village of Andriano near Terlano. This Pinot Nero is elegant and fragrant, with... Read More
Tasting Notes: The Kellerei Andrian Floreado Sauvignon Blanc is an elegant, light-bodied white wine from Italy's Alto Adige region, known for its crisp acidity, delicate floral aromas, and vibrant fruit character.... Read More
Tasting Notes: Ansitz Waldgries is a historic family estate set among the vineyards of St. Magdalena, the hillside zone just above Bolzano that gives this classic red its name. Built on Schiava, St. Magdalener Classico is usually... Read More
Tasting Notes: The Antica Fratta Franciacorta Brut is pale yellow in color with greenish highlights and a rich tropical bouquet. Medium bodied on the palate with a refreshing mousse and flavors of green apple, pear, and melon.... Read More
Tasting Notes: A Franciacorta rose made by the traditional method in Lombardy, based on Pinot Nero and Chardonnay and aged on its lees. Pale pink with fine, persistent bubbles, it offers wild strawberry, raspberry, citrus and... Read More
Tasting Notes: This vibrant ruby-red Chianti Classico opens with an expressive bouquet of fresh cherries, raspberries, and pomegranate juice, accented by delicate floral notes of violet and geranium. On the palate, the wine is... Read More
