Tasting Notes: The Alberto Oggero Roero Bianco is from 20-30 year old organic Arneis vines. More texture and body than a typical Arneis, but not less fragrant, this elegant white has peach pit, spiced apple and almond notes that... Read More
Tasting Notes: The Ampeleia Costa Toscana Alicante bottling is part of the Monovarietali project, highlighting single varieties and single vineyards whose special characteristics precluded them from blending in other wines. The... Read More
Tasting Notes: The color Ampeleia Rosato di Ampeleia is a magical pink, reminiscent of coral reefs. Wild berry fruit jump from the glass with strawberry and raspberry at first, followed by honeydew melon, currants and a slight... Read More
Tasting Notes: The Avignonesi Da Di Rosso is an organic Sangiovese vinified in terracotta amphora with some whole cluster fruit vinified separately and blended into the final mix. The flavor is bright and energetic with red berries,... Read More
Tasting Notes: The Bartolo Mascarello Barolo 2021 presents a classic and age-worthy profile, defined by a highly aromatic and complex bouquet of rose petals, dried cherries, anise, licorice root, and tar. On the palate, the wine... Read More
Tasting Notes: A great entry into Etna Rosso is the Benanti Etna Rosso: good fruit, silky (yet firm) tannins, and the minerality that Etna is known for. Slightly reticent aromas of red cherry, rosehip, raspberry and minerals.... Read More
Tasting Notes: This rich, full-bodied red wine, crafted in the traditional appassimento method, is concentrated with intense aromas and flavors of dark cherries, blackberries, and a hint of sour cherry, characteristic of the Valpantena... Read More
Tasting Notes: The Bertani Valopolicella is a easy drinking and pleasant red, with notes of fresh fruit, especially cherries, typical of Valpolicella, alongside notes of white pepper and silky tannins typical.... Read More
Tasting Notes: Bisci is tucked into the Apennine mountains of Le Marche, home to calcareous soil-based vineyards that have prized southern exposure. Feremented and slightly aged in glass lined tanks, the wine shows honied florals,... Read More
Tasting Notes: The Borgo del Tiglio Collio Bianco from a blend of Friulano, Sauvignon Blanc, and Riesling is round and expressive, with a generous demonstration of mature vines blended from several varietals. Light use of oak... Read More
Tasting Notes: The Brovia Barolo Rocche di Castiglione is a powerhouse of a wine, ripe and rich, yet layered and complex, with menthol, woodsmoke, red berries and earthy notes. Open and decant for a few hours for maximum impact.... Read More
Tasting Notes: Old vine, serious Sangiovese from the heart of Chianti. Gabriele Buondonno strikes a perfect balance between structure, softness, and brilliant red fruit. A light amount of Canaiolo, Malvasia Nera, and Colorino... Read More
Tasting Notes: The Ca dei Frati “I Frati” Lugana is fresh and linear with delicate hints of white balsamic flowers, apricot, and almond. A great accompaniment to grilled fish dishes.
