Tasting Notes: The Aldo Conterno Barolo Cicala is chocked full of ripe plum, menthol, licorice and tobacco. Rich and powerful, the big frame is supported by robust tannins and a bright acidity. Estate History: Aldo Conterno ,... Read More
Tasting Notes: The Aldo Conterno Barolo Colonello has tantalizing aromas of violets, mint, roses and wild berries. The dense palate is loaded with charm, red cherries, white flowers and a mineral push.
Tasting Notes: Alto Adige is one of the few wine-growing areas of Italy with optimum conditions for this grape variety, which is why it is today one of the main local red wines. Pinot Noir prefers cool, well ventilated sites... Read More
Estate History: In 1984, Arturo Pelizzatti Perego decided to resurrect his family's winery under the moniker Ar. Pe. Pe. His father and grandfather had both run their family winery in Valtellina but sold it in the 1970s.... 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
Estate History: Argiolas is the foremost wine estate on the island of Sardinia producing archetypal wines from native varietals. The winery was founded in 1938 by Antonio Argiolas and was the first on the island to pursue quality... Read More
Tasting Notes:Vino Nobile di Montepulciano, the cornerstone of this estate, is all about a single, superior clone of the Sangiovese grape, known as Prugnolo Gentile. Taut, savory fruit and notes of leather and herbs. The palate... Read More
Tasting Notes:Baricci sources its fruit from estate vineyards located in the famed Montosoli vineyard. This produces a spicy, vibrant Brunello showcasing black and red berry fruit, aromatic tones of cedar and mint, all on a frame... Read More
Estate History: Barone Pizzini was founded in 1870 by the noble family of the same name. It is one of the oldest wineries in Franciacorta and was the first winery in the region to promote biodiversity and natural farming methods.... Read More
Tasting Notes: Excellent structure characterized by a lush mouth feel makes for superbly balanced wine in the Bastianich Chardonnay. Aromas of ripe fruit and hints of white flower compliment a palate of fresh, citric acidity.... Read More
Tasting Notes: The Benanti Spumante Rosato Lamoremio is pink with light ruby rim and the perlage is characterized by numerous fine, and persistent bubbles. Lamorèmio is intense and delicate on the nose, with hints of red... Read More
Tasting Notes: The color on the Bonavita Faro is lighter than you might expect from a red from Sicilia, resembling a Pinot Noir. But do not let that fool you, the wine has some serious energy behind it. Aromatics are extremely... 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
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
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
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 Camigliano Brunello di Montalcino is dark and brooding at first, but with some air it opens with an arresting bouquet of dried roses, strawberries and graphite. The palate is rich with cassis, black cherry,... Read More
Tasting Notes: The 2017 Canalicchio di Sopra Brunello di Montalcino is a vibrantly perfumed, exotic, spicy red with wild herbs set against red currants and roses that combine in a tantalizing display of class and power. Silky... Read More