348 products
Antinori Solaia Toscana 2019 750ml
98 James Suckling: This has a complex array of blackberries, black cherries, cocoa, dried herbs, slate, tobacco, olives and charred bark. Some dried roses and iodine, too. Medium-to full-bodied with firm yet refined tannins. Powerful, in an understated way. Long. 73% cabernet sauvignon, 7% cabernet franc and 20% sangiovese.
98 Wine Spectator: Youthful, featuring intense fresh black currant, blackberry and black cherry fruit wrapped in accents of cedar, Mediterranean scrub and toasty oak, with a mineral streak underlining everything. Shows a solid spine of tannins that lend support, while the dark fruit returns on the finish. Delivers terrific balance, vigor and excruciating length, yet this needs time in the bottle. Cabernet Sauvignon, Sangiovese and Cabernet Franc.
97 Decanter: Wonderful raspberry and black cherry fragrance on the nose, ripe and sweet and expressive, aromas bursting from the glass. Fleshy and sweet, sticky and full, this is giving a whole load of ripe, plush tannins and powerful fruit but underpinned by bright acidity that keeps things lifted and vibrant. A very serious wine, this is brooding and confident. It's showcasing lots of elements right now - ample, generous, hefty and stylish with flecks of red flowers, white pepper spice, ground coffee, herbs and chocolate.
Vinous: 97 Points
The 2019 Solaia is fabulous. Deep and exquisitely layered, the 2019 is so expressive right out of the gate. Succulent dark cherry, plum, licorice, incense, pipe tobacco, chocolate, and grilled herbs all take shape. Here, too, the aromatics are alluring. Cabernet Franc is bumped up a bit in teh blend, and that works so well here. Solaia is often a bombastic, intense wine. The 2019 is incredibly refined and ubttoned up. The 2019 Solaia is the sort of wine I would like to spend a whole evening with. Aging was 18 months in 100% new French oak.
97 Wine Enthusiast: This wine has a deeply savory nose, with seaweed, soy sauce, olives, tobacco, black licorice and a rich medley of cherries, blackberries and plums. The fruity, spicy palate brings more berries, dark chocolate and chili peppers, emphasized by palpable heat and sticky but gentle tannins through a seemingly infinite finish. It’s exceptionally drinkable now, but a few more years would guarantee a command performance.
97 Wine Advocate: The Marchesi Antinori 2019 Solaia is another blockbuster success from Tuscany's leading wine estate. The blend sees a slightly higher percentage of Cabernet Franc and a slightly lower percentage of Sangiovese. The current mix is 75% Cabernet Sauvignon, 15% Sangiovese and 10% Cabernet Franc (which has been creeping up in recent years, especially as the climate changes). The soils at the Solaia vineyard are rich in Galestro rock, which is an especially happy pairing with Cabernet Franc in particular. Managing Director Renzo Cotarella tells me that that a vintage like 2019 is proof that the final character of a wine comes from its surrounding territory, not from the blend. This is a generous and extremely expressive edition with lots of dark fruit, spice and sweet tobacco. The tannins are beautifully velvety and soft.
Winemaker Description
The 2019 vintage Solaia is deep ruby red in color. The nose offers complex notes of red fruit, apricots and red oranges with hints of rose petals. Distinct aromas of coffee beans, chocolate, licorice and white pepper complete the rich bouquet of this red wine. On the palate, the wine is enveloping and harmonious with excellent balance and structure. Vibrant tannins lead into an exceptionally long finish.
Blend: 75% Cabernet Sauvignon, 15% Sangiovese, 10% Cabernet Franc
Antinori Guado al Tasso Cont'Ugo Bolgheri Rosso 2023 750ml
Tenuta Guado al Tasso is one of the crown jewels of the Antinori portfolio — a 320-hectare estate in the prestigious Bolgheri DOC on the Tuscan coast, set within the distinctive "Bolgheri Amphitheater" of rolling hills and cooled by constant sea breezes from the Tyrrhenian coast. Cont'Ugo is the estate's singular statement on Merlot: a wine produced entirely from this variety as a new interpretation of the Bolgheri territory, sourced from vineyards at 45–60 meters elevation on clay-loam alluvial soils that deliver deep, complex notes while preserving the fragrance and freshness that Merlot does best.
The Antinori Guado al Tasso Cont'Ugo Bolgheri Rosso 2023 750ml is 100% Merlot, sourced from vineyards across the northern, central, and southern zones of the Bolgheri appellation. Deep, inky red in the glass, it opens with an aromatic and inviting bouquet of crushed lavender, plum compote, blackberry, sweet earth, mint, and fresh herbs. On the palate it is full-bodied, supple, and rounded, with velvety tannins, a balanced core of acidity, and pristine, clean fruit that carries seamlessly from entry through the finish. Polished, expressive, and built to drink beautifully from 2026 through 2035.
Expert Reviews - Vintage 2023
- Wine Enthusiast — 94 Points: "Peppery and earthy with tart blackberries over damp soil and graphite. Layers of sweet dark berries and dark chocolate create a sleek, acrobatic wine."
- Jeb Dunnuck — 93 Points: "Aromatic and inviting with crushed lavender, plum compote, blackberry, sweet earth, mint, and fresh herbs. Full-bodied, supple, and rounded with velvety tannins. Polished and expressive with good depth and length."
- Wine Spectator — 93 Points: "Rich, inviting and harmonious with black cherry, blackberry, plum, vanilla, toast and earth. Vibrant with dense tannins and an expansive finish. Best from 2026 through 2035."
- Wine Advocate — 92 Points: "Soft, fleshy texture with black cherry and blackberry. Pristine and clean fruit sustaining the wine seamlessly from entry through the finish."
Wine Details
- 100% Merlot — Cont'Ugo single-variety expression
- Bolgheri DOC, Tuscany, Italy — clay-loam alluvial soils, 45–60m elevation
- Tenuta Guado al Tasso, Marchesi Antinori
- Vintage: 2023 | Drink 2026–2035 | 750ml
Tommasi Le Rosse Pinot Grigio 2025 750ml (Introductory Offer)
Tommasi · Le Rosse Pinot Grigio · 2025
Tommasi Le Rosse Pinot Grigio 2025 is a dry, refreshing Italian white with clean orchard fruit, a soft, rounded texture and a lively, tangy finish. From the hills of Valpolicella Classica in Veneto, it reflects the freshness and purity of its hillside vineyards and the Tommasi family’s winemaking heritage dating to 1902.
The wine takes its name from the Le Rosse vineyard and its distinctive reddish soils. Although Valpolicella is best known for red wines, the Tommasi family recognized its potential for expressive whites and began cultivating Pinot Grigio here in 1997.
Winemaking
Made from 100% Pinot Grigio, the wine begins with grapes harvested at night to preserve natural freshness and acidity. Temperature-controlled fermentation in stainless steel is followed by four months of maturation in stainless steel, maintaining bright fruit character and aromatic purity.
Tasting Notes
Bright straw yellow with delicate green reflections, the 2025 vintage opens with ripe pear, Golden Delicious apple and subtle hints of hay and almond. The dry, harmonious palate combines clean orchard fruit flavors with a soft, rounded texture, finishing fresh and tangy.
Pairing & Serving
Serve at 46–50°F (8–10°C) as an aperitif or alongside grilled fish, seafood pasta, shrimp, light risottos, fresh cheeses, antipasti or delicate poultry dishes. Its refreshing style makes it a versatile companion at the table.
Details
- Producer: Tommasi
- Wine: Le Rosse Pinot Grigio
- Vintage: 2025
- Bottle size: 750ml
- Country: Italy
- Region: Veneto
- Subregion: Valpolicella Classica
- Appellation: Delle Venezie
- Grape: 100% Pinot Grigio
- Type: White wine, dry
- Body: Light to medium
- Vineyard: Le Rosse
- Harvest: Night-harvested grapes
- Vinification: Temperature-controlled stainless steel fermentation
- Aging: Four months in stainless steel tanks
- Alcohol: 12% ABV
- Closure: Screw cap
Feudi di San Gregorio Falanghina del Sannio 2024 750ml
Feudi di San Gregorio Falanghina del Sannio 2024 · Campania, Italy
Critical Acclaim - Vintage 2024
James Suckling, 91 Points — Aromas of apples, precise fresh fruit and flowers. Light- to medium-bodied, it shows freshness with some silkiness and savory length. Full flavored for a falanghina.
Wine Enthusiast, 91 Points — The nose energizes with aromas of lemon, lime, white flowers and crushed rocks. The palate contrasts with a leading note of bitter almond skin, which pushes the citrus towards an orange peel feel, but a drizzle of honey provides balance and sets up a finish of orange blossom honey that unifies and creates a round, filling mouthfeel.
Producer
Feudi di San Gregorio is today the emblematic brand of the enological renaissance of southern Italy and of a drinking culture aimed at rediscovering the identity of Mediterranean flavors. Since 1986, its mission has been to enhance the native grape varieties of southern Italy such as Aglianico, from which Taurasi is produced, Fiano di Avellino and Greco di Tufo, investing in the land and in the centuries-old tradition of Irpinia viticulture.
Climbing the hill towards Sorbo Serpico, you enter another world through a cube, among streams, the aromatic herb garden, the rose garden and the fruit trees. The greatest surprise awaits inside the winery, where production spaces and visual narratives of the soils and vineyards merge with works of design, architecture and contemporary art: a multifaceted cabinet de curiosités, and at the center of everything, the wines, offspring of millennia-old grape varieties and a living testament to the fusion of nature and human creativity.
Details
- Producer: Feudi di San Gregorio
- Country: Italy
- Region: Campania
- Grape: Falanghina
- Appellation: Falanghina del Sannio
- Vintage: 2024
- Size: 750ml
Argiano Non Confunditur NF 2024 750ml
Argiano is one of Montalcino's most storied estates, with a history stretching back to the 16th century. Situated on the southwestern slopes of Montalcino, the estate is renowned above all for its Brunello, but its Non Confunditur — Latin for “shall not be confounded” — has become one of Tuscany's most beloved Super Tuscan blends: a wine of generous character, immediate appeal, and unmistakable personality. Farmed organically using spurred cordon training, the estate's vineyards sit at 280–310 meters above sea level on alluvial soils with traces of calcareous marl, producing fruit of natural freshness and expressive depth.
The Non Confunditur is a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Sangiovese, sourced from estate vineyards ranging from 9 to 21 years of age. The 2024 vintage presented a complex growing season: a mild, well-watered winter gave way to a warm spring, a rainy June, and intense summer heat waves in July. Careful agronomic intervention — soil tillage, shading systems, and biostimulants — allowed the vines to maintain a regular cycle. A cooler September slowed maturation slightly, and harvest concluded on 16 October with excellent grape quality and naturally moderate alcohol.
Merlot was harvested first, followed by Cabernet Sauvignon and Sangiovese. Vinification begins with a two-day pre-fermentation cold maceration, followed by fermentation and skin maceration for approximately two weeks in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks. Malolactic fermentation is also completed in tank. The varieties are then blended and refined with a few months in third- and fourth-passage French barriques and tonneaux — imparting subtle structure without masking the wine's fresh, fruit-forward character.
The 2024 Non Confunditur is dark and saturated, with an inviting bouquet of black cherry, blackberry, and vanilla. On the palate, the wine is lush and generous, with a light grain to its texture, good concentration, and a clean, persistent finish. Fresh, versatile, and unmistakably expressive — a Super Tuscan built for pleasure now and through 2032.
"Dark and saturated with black cherry, blackberry and vanilla flavors. Lush, with a light grain to its texture and good length… Drink now through 2032."
— Bruce Sanderson, Wine Spectator, 89 Points. (Vintage 2024).
Grape: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Sangiovese
Region: Tuscany, Italy
Appellation: Toscana IGT
Vintage: 2024
Farming: Organic
Altitude: 280–310 meters
Élevage: Temperature-controlled steel tanks; a few months in 3rd & 4th passage French barriques and tonneaux
Bottle Size: 750ml
Pairing: Grilled meats, pasta with rich meat sauces, aged Pecorino, pizza, and casual Tuscan fare. Drink now through 2032.
Roccafiore Todi Grechetto Fiorfiore 2023 750ml
ROCCAFIORE FIORFIORE GRECHETTO DI TODI 2023 | 750ML
🇮🇹 Italy — Grechetto di Todi | Todi, Umbria
Straw yellow with golden reflections. The nose is generous and expressive — pineapple, golden apple, yellow flowers, and delicate hints of white spice. On the palate it is enveloping, fresh, and sapid, with good minerality and a sleek texture that speaks to both the single-vineyard terroir and the 12 months of amphora aging. A wine of great elegance and complexity, with a drinking window that extends 3–4 years from harvest.
Fiorfiore is produced from a single vineyard of Grechetto di Todi (clone G5) planted in 1990, trained Guyot on whitish clay soils rich in marl, limestone, and chalk. Fermentation is spontaneous with indigenous yeasts; the wine is then aged 12 months in amphora and large Slavonian oak casks on fine lees, with no malolactic fermentation, followed by a minimum of 6 months in bottle before release.
Cantina Roccafiore was established by the Baccarelli family in 1999 on 15 hectares of rolling hills near Todi — the green heart of Umbria. Sustainability is foundational: the estate runs on renewable energy, uses organic farming practices, and employs indigenous yeast fermentations exclusively. “Today, in addition to the essential quality of the grapes, creating excellent wines requires vision, innovation and nerve.”
Grape: 100% Grechetto di Todi (Clone G5)
Region: Todi, Umbria, Italy
Vintage: 2023
Aging: 12 months in amphora & Slavonian oak
Format: 750ml
Viticulture: Organic, sustainable
Carpano Classico Vermouth Rosso (Sweet) 750ml
Carpano Classico Vermouth Rosso — Turin, Italy | 16% ABV
Carpano Classico is the everyday expression from the house that invented vermouth — and it delivers the full depth of Turin craftsmanship at an approachable price. Positioned between the Dry and the legendary Antica Formula, Classico is the Carpano for the table: the go-to sweet vermouth for Negronis, Americanos, and Manhattans, built from the same 1786 heritage and the same commitment to botanical precision that defines the entire Carpano range. Rich, aromatic, and endlessly versatile, it is the bottle that earns a permanent spot behind every serious home bar.
The nose is warm and inviting: ripe red fruit, aromatic herbs, and a gentle spice that speaks to the quality of the botanical blend. On the palate, it is smooth and well-rounded — a classic sweet vermouth profile with balanced sweetness, herbal complexity, and a clean, lingering finish. Equally at home in a Negroni, stirred into a Manhattan, or served over ice with a splash of soda as a classic Americano aperitif.
“Carpano Classico brings the 1786 Turin heritage to the everyday pour — the approachable sweet vermouth that belongs in every serious cocktail repertoire.”
- Producer: Carpano Distillery, Turin, Piedmont, Italy (est. 1786)
- Style: Sweet (Red) Vermouth — Rosso Classico
- ABV: 16%
- Size: 750ml
- Tasting Notes: Ripe red fruit, aromatic herbs, gentle spice, smooth and well-rounded, clean herbal finish
- Best Served: In a Negroni, Manhattan, Americano, or Boulevardier — or over ice with soda as an aperitif
- Food Pairings: Charcuterie, aged cheeses, olives, antipasto, dark chocolate
- Storage: Refrigerate after opening
Approachable, aromatic, and rooted in 235 years of Turin tradition — Carpano Classico is the benchmark for what an everyday sweet vermouth should be.
Ruffino Modus Toscana 2022 750ml
Expert Reviews — Vintage 2022
James Suckling 94 Points | Aromas of crushed stones, dark berries, and blueberries follow through to a medium to full body with creamy tannins and a medium-chewy finish. Chocolate at the end. Two or three years of bottle age will bring this around nicely. Drink after 2024.
Winemaker Description
A standard-setting Super Tuscan red blend renowned for its intense and intriguing character. Ruffino Modus opens with aromas of mature red and black cherries, plums, and small blackberries. A blend of Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Merlot — each variety contributing structure, depth, and fruit complexity in equal measure.
About Ruffino
Founded in 1877, Ruffino is one of Tuscany’s most storied wine estates. Modus — Latin for “method” or “measure” — was created to showcase the potential of blending international varieties with Sangiovese in the Toscana IGT classification, free from the constraints of traditional appellation rules. The result is a wine of remarkable consistency and age-worthiness at an accessible price point.
Food Pairings
Grilled ribeye, braised short ribs, wild boar ragù, aged Pecorino, and classic Tuscan dishes. Equally rewarding with 2–3 years of additional cellaring.
Cascina Baricchi Barbaresco Riserva Quindicianni 2010 (Pre-Sale - Delivery May 2026)
A rare and highly age-worthy expression of Nebbiolo from the heart of Barbaresco, the Quindicianni 2010 represents the pinnacle of patience and traditional winemaking at Cascina Baricchi. A true library release, this wine is aged for extended periods before release, resulting in extraordinary complexity, depth, and refinement.
Expert Ratings
97 James Suckling: Restrained and profound wine which shines on the nose for the Parma violets and potpourri, earth and minerals, almost stony, together with licorice, dried cherries and strawberries, rhubarb whiffs and citrus freshness. It is exquisitely integrated on the nose. Medium- to full-bodied, juicy and firm with ripe, velvety tannins and sleek, elegant depth, again with citrus flavors. Focused, polished and long.
Winemaker Notes
The Quindicianni bottling, beginning with the 2010 vintage, is a library release of the Rose delle Casasse bottling. Both wines are bottled at the same time, the Quindicianni then spends ten years in bottle before release where as the Rose delle Casasse spends just one in bottle before release.
Tasting Description
The 2010 Quindicianni opens with an intense and layered aromatic profile—leather, dried herbs, tobacco, incense, and licorice, supported by dark fruit nuances and earthy undertones. On the palate, it is powerful and structured, yet remarkably refined, with firm, ripe tannins and vibrant acidity providing exceptional balance. The wine reveals layers of black cherry, dried fruits, spice, and mineral tones, unfolding slowly with air.
This is a serious, contemplative Barbaresco—rich, brooding, and built for extended cellaring. With time, its structure will continue to soften, revealing even greater elegance, complexity, and harmony.
Cellaring Potential: Outstanding now with decanting, but ideally built to evolve over the next 10–20+ years.
Masi Costasera Amarone Della Valpolicella Classico Riserva 2019 750ml
Experience the Richness of Masi Costasera Amarone
Expert Review - Vintage 2019
The Wine Advocate 92 Points | In the bottle with the black label, the Masi 2019 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico Riserva Costasera is generous in terms of ripeness, concentration and extract. This blend of 70% Corvina, 15% Rondinella, 10% Oseleta and 5% Molinara shows an inky dark appearance with baked fruit and blackberry preserves. With a 15.5% alcohol content, the wine definitely leaves its mark on all the senses. A hint of mild bitterness comes with the oak tannins. Production is 50,000 bottles
James Suckling 94 Points | A complex and deep wine. Highlights of dark chocolate and black pepper over black cherries. Refined and condensed tannins with exuberant, racy acidity and full body. Powerful, this has cellaring potential. Drinkable now but best from 2029.
Memo Summary Notes
Primary Varietals - Corvina, Rondinella, Oseleta, Molinara
This Riserva represents Masi's excellence, a benchmark for Amarone. It's a special version of the celebrated Costasera, characterized by extended appassimento (drying) and the use of the unusual Oseleta grape for superior structure.
Introducing Masi Costasera Amarone
Masi Costasera Amarone Della Valpolicella Classico Riserva 2019 is a stunning representation of Italian craftsmanship. This exceptional red wine, made from partially dried grapes, offers a rich and full-bodied taste that's perfect for special occasions. The wine features deep notes of dark fruit, spices, and a hint of chocolate, which together create a complex and layered flavor profile. So, whether you are celebrating a milestone or simply savoring a quiet evening, this wine promises an unforgettable experience.
The Unique Aging Process
The aging process of Masi Costasera Amarone plays a vital role in enhancing its flavor. The wine matures in oak barrels for a minimum of 24 months, allowing it to develop its character and complexity. This careful selection of aging materials influences its aroma and taste, resulting in a smooth yet intense finish. Therefore, every sip reflects the rich history and tradition of Valpolicella winemaking, making it a true gem for wine enthusiasts.
Perfect Pairings for Masi Costasera
Masi Costasera Amarone pairs beautifully with hearty dishes. It complements red meats, game, and aged cheeses exceptionally well. Because of its rich flavor profile, it can also stand alone as a perfect after-dinner wine, enhancing your dining experience. So, gather your friends or family, open a bottle, and indulge in the luxurious taste of Masi Costasera Amarone while enjoying a flavorful meal together.
Vietti Barolo Ravera Organic 2020 750ml
Winemaker Description
Intense garnet red color. Very classic and traditional with a robust structure and intense tannins. Bouquet takes a little time to show itself with slight hints of yeast. It opens slowly in the glass touch of spice and menthol. In the final, the powerful structure and concentration soften the tannins potential. Pairs well with game, red meats, and cheeses.
Expert Reviews
Wine Advocate 95 Points | The Vietti 2020 Barolo Ravera offers dark fruit cherry and blackcurrant enhanced by soft spice. You also get a sun-kissed note of eggplant tomato leaf and ferrous earth. Ravera displays strong lines with good acidity and firm tannic backbone. It closes dry and ages in large oak botte only. This is one of the most eyeballed MGAs sites. Ravera with its open mountain skyline and cool temperatures is seen as one of the best sites in the appellation especially as the climate changes. This vintage produced exactly 10026 bottles.
Vinous 94 Points | Picked on October 9 and 10 the 2020 Barolo Ravera has plenty of Ravera classicism and tension but also feels a bit light in the mid-palate. Ravera is never a huge wine in body but the depth is often there even if expressed in an understated and more linear manner. The 2020 lacks that depth. Red-toned fruit blood orange mint spice and white pepper lend brilliance throughout.
Vietti Barolo CEREQUIO Organic 2019 750ml
Winemaker Description
Intense ruby red color. Generous nose with aromas of ripe red berry fruit with spicy overtones. Intense on the palate, quite rich though very elegant and well-balanced. The tannins are present, but very well integrated in the fruit structure of the wine. Long aftertaste with good freshness. A wine with extraordinary finesse and balance. Pair with red meats, roasts, and wild game.
Expert Reviews
Vinous 98 Points | The 2019 Barolo Cerequio is a worthy follow up to the stellar 2018. Aromatic and deeply pitched, the 2019 races across the palate with remarkable depth and intensity. Crushed red berry fruit, rose petal, mint and cinnamon all open in the glass, but it is the wine's silkiness and suppleness that impresses most. A kick of acids and tannins puts an exclamation point on the finish. This is a gorgeous Cerequio that takes all the finesse this site offers, and then turns up the volume. What a wine.
Robert Parker 97+ Points | Vietti was able to buy a 9,000-square meter piece of Cerequio from Michele Chiarlo, arguably the king of this celebrated cru. And because this is a new addition to the portfolio, the Vietti team is still learning the ropes. For example, there is a fresh minty tone that pops up from the bouquet of the 2019 Barolo Cerequio. "That minty note was a mystery to us," Luca Currado tells me. "But then we understood that its part of Cerequio." This wine shows a firm grip on the palate that does extend out to include some textural softness, but it ultimately remains quite structured. Among the grand cru sites of La Morra, Luca Currado tells me that "Cerequio is the brother and Brunate is the sister." His wife Elena Penna adds, "We've never had two sites so close to one another show such a great difference between them.
Jeb Dunnuck 94 Points | Coming from La Morra, a more fruit-forward tone can be found in the licorice spice and depth of the 2019 Barolo Cerequio, which offers slightly darker fruit, ripe berries, and peppercorn. This was the second vintage produced and is more approachable now for the vintage. It is a joyful wine though it still has ripe structure.
Tramin T Cuvee Rosso 2024 750ml
Warehouse stored item - please allow three to five business days to fulfill.
T Cuvée Rosso is a light, fruity red wine which is perfect for summer and is best served chilled. It’s a combination of the history and winemaking tradition of Alto Adige. The grapes come from vineyards planted in calcareous clay and gravel soils at an altitude between 250 and 550 meters.
Travaglini Gattinara Piemonte 2022 750ml
Travaglini · Gattinara 2022 · Piemonte, Italy
Travaglini Gattinara 2022 brings floral elegance and mineral definition to northern Italian Nebbiolo. Rose petal, lilac and wild cherry meet a bright, structured palate, with integrated tannins and a lingering iron-tinged finish.
Gattinara's ancient volcanic soils provide the setting for this wine. The Wine Advocate describes stainless-steel fermentation followed by 30 months in oak and three months in bottle, highlighting the harmony between Nebbiolo's graceful character and the site's mineral precision.
Expert Reviews · Vintage 2022
Wine Advocate · 93 Points: Presented in its uniquely curvaceous bottle, the Travaglini 2022 Gattinara opens to a beautiful bouquet of rose petal, lilac and wild cherry that immediately sets an elegant and finely nuanced tone. Fermented in stainless steel and aged for 30 months in oak, followed by three months in bottle, the wine caresses the senses with the grace of Nebbiolo married to the precision and mineral definition that come from Gattinara's ancient volcanic soils. There is lovely harmony throughout, making this historic label a timeless benchmark for northern Italian Nebbiolo.
Wine Spectator · 91 Points: This is bright, with a crisp edge to its tart cherry, strawberry, rose hip and mineral flavors. Chalky tannins are present but integrated, with a lingering, iron-tinged aftertaste. Best from 2027 through 2039.
Winemaker Description
Travaglini: Deep ruby red in color with garnet reflections. On the nose, aromas of red fruit, blackberry, plum and licorice with hints of vanilla and leather. Full-bodied palate, with intense flavors of cherry, raspberry and spice culminating in a long and smooth finish.
Outstanding with red meat, game, and hard cheeses.
Tasting Notes
Deep ruby with garnet reflections. Red fruit, blackberry, plum and licorice aromas carry hints of vanilla and leather. Cherry, raspberry and spice fill the palate, leading into a long, smooth finish.
Food Pairings
Follow the producer's recommendations of red meat, game and hard cheeses. For specific pairing ideas, try braised beef, roast venison or aged Parmigiano-Reggiano.
Wine Details
- Producer: Travaglini
- Vintage: 2022
- Appellation: Gattinara
- Region: Piemonte, Italy
- Grape: Nebbiolo
- Fermentation: Stainless steel, as described by Wine Advocate
- Aging: 30 months in oak, followed by three months in bottle, as described by Wine Advocate
- Bottle size: 750ml
- Reviews: Wine Advocate 93 points; Wine Spectator 91 points
- Wine Spectator drinking window: 2027–2039
Floral Nebbiolo and mineral detail for a thoughtfully paired meal or a place in the cellar.
Tenuta di Arceno Arcanum "Valadorna" Toscana 2013 750ml
Expert Reviews - Vintage 2013
The Wine Advocate 95 Points | The 2013 Valadorna (mostly Merlot with Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon and Petit Verdot) is yet another home run in this blockbuster collection of new releases from Tenuta di Arceno in the southern part of Chianti Classico (Castelnuovo Berardegna). This is a firm and tightly knit expression that is packed tight with black fruit, tobacco, tar and dark chocolate. The wine shows enormous aromatic intensity, but then it slims down just a touch in the mouth to offer an elegantly tapered finish.
Decanter 94 Points | Compared to the older and warmer 2011, which is a bit rustic and jammy, this 2013 is a fairly classic vintage for Merlot. It was harvested in September, marking a return to the usual picking dates. The percentage of the Merlot here reaches 74% of the blend, in order to maximise its fleshy character in a relatively cool year. The nose is evolved yet with an amazing complexity of tobacco, earthy tones, clean leather and balsamic depth. On the palate cassis fruit melds with leather and spices, supported by polymerised tannins and natural refreshing acidity. - Decanter Magazine, February 2021
James Suckling 94 Points | Very intense nose of blackberries, dark chocolate, sandalwood, vanilla, treacle and tar. Full-bodied with plenty of dark fruit, but lots of black-olive undertones and bright acidity keep this fresh, while firm tannins carve out an elegant, polished shape. Drink in 2021.
Memo Summary Notes
The Tenuta di Arceno "Valadorna" 2013 is a powerhouse Super Tuscan that represents the "Right Bank" Bordeaux style of the estate. While the flagship Arcanum focuses on Cabernet Franc, Valadorna is a Merlot-led blend sourced from the coolest, sandiest blocks of the estate in the southern Chianti Classico zone (Castelnuovo Berardegna).
As of late 2025, the 2013 vintage is considered a "Classic" and "Elegantly Tapered" expression, currently at its absolute peak drinking window.
-
Food: This is a "Meat Wine." It pairs perfectly with Bistecca alla Fiorentina, herb-crusted roast beef, or wild boar ragù.
-
Cheese: Aged Pecorino Toscano or a sharp Parmigiano-Reggiano.
Tenuta di Biserno Il Pino di Biserno 2022 750ml
Expert Reviews - VIntage 2022
A deep ruby/magenta color, the 2022 Il Pino Di Biserno starts to show more mineral-inflected notes of graphite, preserved strawberries, blackberries, cocoa, and sweet herbs. Full-bodied, the palate expands with ripe tannins, even acidity, and darker mineral undercurrents, as well as a hint of gamey richness and notes of tea leaf through the mid-palate and rather long finish. Hold this one another couple of years and drink 2027-2040.: Audrey Frick - Jeb Dunnuck - 94 Points
A cedary twist to the typical notes of black olives, tobacco, paprika and black fruit. Medium- to full-bodied with prominent, fine-grained tannins and fruit. Long, demure and tight. Needs at least one more year to soften and open up. Drink from 2026." Zekun Shuai - James-Suckling - 94 Points
The Tenuta di Biserno 2022 Il Pino di Biserno delivers a ripe fruit profile with blackberry confit and sweet cherry pie. Those warm vintage tones are followed by an ample use of oak that adds baking spice and toasted nutmeg. There is a hint of campfire ash or something blackened or toasted at the core of this full-bodied Tuscan blend of Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Petite Verdot. I pick up a note of dryness on the otherwise velvety tannins. Monica Larner - The Wine Advocate - 92 Points
Tenuta Sant’antonio Scaia Cabernet Sauvignon Torre Mellotti 2020 750ml
Warehouse stored item - please allow one to three business days to fulfill.
Cabernet Torre Mellotti is a great alternative to the everyday Cabernet. Fragrant and soft, with a nice mix of classic Cab cassis along with more of a perfumed note than one usually finds in this grape variety.
Tenuta dell'Ornellaia Masseto 2020 750ml
One of Italy's most celebrated and collectible wines, Masseto 2020 is a monument to Merlot — a single-vineyard icon from the Bolgheri coast of Tuscany that stands alongside the greatest wines in the world. Produced by Tenuta dell'Ornellaia from the legendary Masseto vineyard on the Maremma hillside, the 2020 vintage has earned near-perfect scores across every major critic, cementing its place as one of the finest Massetos ever made.
The Masseto Estate
The Masseto vineyard sits on a unique outcrop of blue-grey Pliocene clay soils in Bolgheri, Tuscany — a terroir of extraordinary character that produces Merlot of unparalleled depth and complexity. Since its first vintage in 1986, Masseto has become one of Italy's most sought-after wines, now operating as an independent estate. The 2020 vintage marks a new chapter with winemaker Gaia Cinnirella and the introduction of a small percentage of Cabernet Franc, adding a new dimension of aromatic complexity to this iconic wine.

Critical Acclaim — 2020 Vintage
100 Points — Decanter: "Nuanced and complex, still packing a punch in terms of power, but this feels sophisticated, suave, purposeful and controlled. A truly delicious wine with so much purity and sense of place."
99 Points — Wine Enthusiast: "A hedge maze of aromas greets the nose, from blackberries and black cherries to crushed stones and crumpled petals. Tannins are tightly stitched together across the palate like a tapestry. A wine that speaks volumes without shouting."
99 Points — James Suckling: "Full-bodied with superb concentration and fine, velvety tannins that run the length of the wine. It's big but agile and gorgeous. Merlot. What a wine! Best after 2030."
99 Points — Jeb Dunnuck: "Incredibly expressive, with a sweet perfume of candied plum, boysenberry, crushed flowers, mocha, sweet earth, and fresh sage. Great finesse and polish that features opulence without having weight."
98 Points — Vinous: "Superb. Bright and vibrant, exceptionally polished and sophisticated. In 2020, Masseto is more finesse than power."
97 Points — Wine Spectator: "Complex, with a luscious texture. Offers a lively, well-integrated structure with a long aftertaste of fruit and spices. Best from 2025 through 2043."
96 Points — Wine Advocate: "A vintage of enormous richness and density. This wine is always hard to analyze in its youth. It needs many more years to soften and flesh out. Give it time."
Tasting Profile
Intense and full on the nose — ripe black fruit, crushed flowers, mocha, graphite, and soft spicing. On the palate it's rich and muscular yet tight and coiled, with velvety tannins of extraordinary finesse, vibrant acidity, and a long, sustained finish of dark fruit, leather, and mineral earth. A caged animal with its full potential yet to be unveiled.
Details
2020 | Merlot, Cabernet Franc | Bolgheri, Tuscany, Italy | Toscana IGT | 750ml
Ageing
24 months in 100% new barriques, 12 months in bottle
Cellaring & Serving
Best from 2028–2043. Decant for a minimum of 2–3 hours if opening now. Serve at 61–64°F in a large Bordeaux glass. A wine built for the cellar — patience will be richly rewarded.
Tenuta di Trinoro CAMPO DI CAMAGI Toscana IGT 2020 750ml
Winemaker Notes:
Campo di Camagi is one of the three labels of 100% Cabernet Franc produced by Andrea Franchetti from 2014, who wanted to devote the utmost attention to this historic grape of Bordeaux, enhancing its characteristics in relation to three different terroir of the estate. It is produced exclusively with grapes from a single plot of 1.5 hectares composed of a thin layer of quartz and limestone. The 27 year old vines struggle to grow in this space, the stems do not grow, the roots have filled it.
Expert Reviews
Monica Larner writes: Made with Cabernet Franc, the Tenuta di Trinoro 2020 Campo di Camagi shows a level of sharpness and precision that you don't get as clearly in the other wines in this series of single-vineyard releases. There is more oak spice with redwood and cedar, along with crushed granite and pencil shaving. The wine is linear and delivers big intensity to the palate, and it has the structure and acidity to accompany a long drinking window. Drinking 2024 2045 - Robert Parker Wine Advocate 95+
James Suckling writes: So perfumed with violets and lavender with some currants. Medium- to full-bodied with polish and finesse. Racy and fine. Finesse with drive. Very elegant and straightforward with a racy texture. Very long and lightly edgy. 92% cabernet franc and 8% merlot. Drink after 2027 but already beautiful. - James Suckling 96
Bruce Sanderson writes: A spicy red, featuring a beam of black currant and blackberry fruit shaded by violet, black pepper, iron and mint. Lithe and ends with a line of resonant tannins on the tobacco-tinged finish. Cabernet Franc. Best from 2025 through 2038. 166 cases made, 65 cases imported. Wine Spectator 94
Jancis Robinson writes: Racy, lively and a little fragile and delicate. Tense. Drinking 2024 - 2034 - Jancis Robinson 17.5
Tenuta di Trinoro Campo DI TENAGLIA Toscana IGT 2020 750ml
Campo di Tenaglia (100% Cabernet Franc) is a 0.8-hectare vineyard grown on 8 feet of crumbled limestone. The vines grow facing the sunset at 500 meters of altitude.
This rainy year cabernet franc is showing a brilliant and intrepid sort of ripeness. It’s the result of the heat in September coming early, then the rains and the long bursts of sunlight. Winemaker Description.
Antonio Galloni writes: The 2020 Campo di Tenaglia is a heady, explosive wine. Soaring Cabernet Franc aromatics make a strong first impression. Deep and layered, with tons of intensity, the 2020 opens beautifully with time in the glass. Beams of tannin lend energy through to the focused finish. This is such a promising wine. Drinking 2025 to 2040. - Vinous 96
Monica Larner writes: The Tenuta di Trinoro 2020 Campo di Tenaglia (made with 100% Cabernet Franc) opens to an inky and impenetrable appearance and full-bodied texture. The bouquet is absolutely packed tight with dark fruit, spice, cured tobacco and mineral hints of granite or iron ore. The wine feels very young, and it has the textural fiber and firmness to withstand a long aging trajectory. Production is limited to 1,400 bottles. Drinking 2024 to 2045. - Robert Parker Wine Advocate 93
Points Vinous | The 2020 Campo di Tenaglia is a heady, explosive wine. Soaring Cabernet Franc aromatics make a strong first impression. Deep and layered, with tons of intensity, the 2020 opens beautifully with time in the glass. Beams of tannin lend energy through to the focused finish. This is such a promising wine.
Bruce Sanderson writes: Juicy, this red exudes black cherry, black currant, cassis and wild herb aromas and flavors. This has a light chewiness to the texture, with dusty tannins flexing their muscles on the long aftertaste. Shows superb balance and length, despite needing time to come together. Cabernet Franc. Best from 2026 through 2040. 118 cases made, 39 cases imported. - Wine Spectator 94
Points Wine Enthusiast | This fun and energetic wine leaps out of the glass with fresh cranberry, red currant and tons of fresh flower aromas. Grignolino is one of the historic grapes of Piedmont and one you should seek out. This example has copious amounts of bright fruit flavors, a light refreshing palate and a zippy tart finish. Add a chill to this wine and you will be super ecstatic.
Tascante Ghiaia Nera 2022 750ml
Warehouse stored item - please allow one to three business days to fulfill.
Wine Advocate 92 Points | This is a large production of 85,000 bottles that sources its fruit from various plots planted in 2004 and 2007 at 600 meters in elevation on terraces made with volcanic rocks. The Tenuta Tascante 2022 Etna Rosso Ghiaia Nera offers focused fruit aromas of redcurrant and cranberry. The wine shows a dark ruby color and medium texture. Its informal personality would match a plate of home-cooked pasta or a wood-oven pizza.
Tenuta dell'Ornellaia Masseto 2017 750ml
Tenuta dell'Ornellaia | Masseto 2017 | Bolgheri, Tuscany, Italy
Masseto 2017 is a monument to Merlot — born from a single triangular plot of blue clay soils at the foot of the Tuscan hills, just a breath from the Tyrrhenian Sea. The 2017 vintage, warm and sun-drenched, yielded smaller, more concentrated berries that translate into a wine of extraordinary depth and presence. Fermented in a combination of steel and oak tanks, then aged 24 months in new French barriques and a further 12 months in bottle before release.
The color is near-opaque, a deep inky ruby-black. On the nose, rich layers of concentrated black cherry, blackcurrant, and plum are interlaced with lavender, spice, liquorice, and a whisper of macchia mediterranea. The palate is full-bodied and velvety, with densely knit tannins that carry the wine's considerable weight with remarkable grace. A vibrant thread of acidity runs through the finish, lending freshness and focus to what is ultimately a wine of immense power and elegance. Best from 2025 through 2045+.
"Strength with finesse."
- Grape: 100% Merlot
- Appellation: Bolgheri DOC, Tuscany
- Aging: 24 months new French oak barriques + 12 months bottle
- Alcohol: 15.5%
- Drinking Window: 2025–2045+
Critical Acclaim:
- James Suckling — 98 Points
- Decanter Magazine — 97 Points
- The Wine Advocate — 97 Points
- Jeb Dunnuck — 96 Points
- Wine Spectator — 95 Points
St. Michael Eppan Sudtirol Alto Adige Sauvignon Sanct Valentin Organic 2024 750ml
St. Michael-Eppan Sanct Valentin Sauvignon — Südtirol Alto Adige, Italy 2024
St. Michael-Eppan is one of Alto Adige’s most celebrated cooperative wineries, uniting 320 winemaking families across 390 hectares of vineyards in Appiano — the most important wine-growing municipality on the South Tyrolean Wine Road, at the doorstep of the Dolomites. Since 1989, their Sanct Valentin Sauvignon has been the crown jewel of the estate: selected from the finest vineyards at the foot of the Mendel Massif, crafted by legendary kellermeister Hans Terzer, and recognized as one of Italy’s most consistently award-winning white wines. The 2024 earned 95 points from Decanter, 92 from James Suckling, and 91 from Wine Enthusiast — a triple-score performance that places it among the finest Sauvignon Blancs produced anywhere in the world.
The nose is explosive and captivating: sweet mango, peach, apricot, gooseberry, elderflower, ripe redcurrant, and a herby lift of mint and peppery rocket. On the palate, the wine is full and precise — crisp acidity, a smooth, elegant body, and a long, mineral-laced finish with notes of lime blossom, green apple skin, and salt crystals. It is a Sauvignon of extraordinary intensity and grace, proving that delicacy and power are not mutually exclusive. Decant briefly or serve well chilled.
Decanter 95 — "Explosive intensity: sweet mango, peach, apricot, mint and peppery rocket. Big on the palate with mouthwatering acidity and infinite length. A full-on version of the extrovert style, created by legendary kellermeister Hans Terzer." (Vintage 2024).
James Suckling 92 — "Spiced white fruit, elegant gooseberries and sea salt. Delicious and lightly saline, with a medium body and a tactile, mealy finish." (Vintage 2024).
Wine Enthusiast 91 (Jeff Porter) — "Floats like lime blossom on mountain breeze. Zippy precision meets stony depth while green apple skin’s fierce tartness and salt crystals create tension. Proves delicacy and intensity aren’t mutually exclusive." (Vintage 2024).
- Producer: St. Michael-Eppan Winery, Appiano, Südtirol Alto Adige, Italy
- Vintage: 2024
- Appellation: Südtirol Alto Adige DOC
- Vineyards: Selected sites at the foot of the Mendel Massif, Appiano
- Varietal: 100% Sauvignon Blanc
- Winemaker: Hans Terzer (legendary kellermeister)
- Size: 750ml
- Tasting Notes: Mango, peach, apricot, gooseberry, elderflower, lime blossom, mint, green apple, salt crystals, mineral finish
- Best Paired With: Grilled asparagus, seared scallops, goat cheese, herb-crusted fish, light pasta with pesto
A 95-point Alto Adige Sauvignon from one of Italy’s most celebrated white wine estates — Sanct Valentin is the benchmark for what mountain-grown, mineral-driven Sauvignon Blanc can deliver.
SANT' ANTONIO VALPOLICELLA NANFRE 2023
Warehouse stored item - please allow one to three business days to fulfill.
Nanfrè is Tenuta Sant'Antonio's young Valpolicella wine. It incorporates no dried grapes and uses no oak. The winery's recent decision to stop producing the Nanfrè as s Valpolicella Superiore allows them to maintain lower alcohol levels, more vibrant fruit and lively freshness. Nanfrè is the name of a hamlet in the commune of Illasi, the name of a vineyard and also the nickname of the previous owner of that vineyard (short for Gianfranco).
Romanelli Montefalco Sagrantino Terra Cupa 2019 750ml
Warehouse stored item - please allow two to five business days to fulfill.
Dark ruby red. The typical notes of the varietal – blackberry, cherry, plum – are flanked by balsamic tones and slightly spicy hints. It is an energetic, deep, elegant wine, with excellent structure and surprising freshness, characteristics that also make it suitable for long aging.
Roscato Rosso Dolce Sweet Red 750ml
Winemaker Description
Brilliant ruby red in the glass with intense aromas of blackberries and ripe wild berries. This wine is fresh, lively and frizzante with a soft lingering finish.
Highly versatile. A great aperitif and equally splendid with tomato-based sauces, classic Italian dishes and spicy foods. Enjoy chilled.
Ronchi di Cialla Schioppettino Rosso Friuli 2018 750ml
Expert Reviews — Vintage 2018
About the Producer
The Ronchi di Cialla winery sits within its own valley like something out of a fairy tale — roads curving through rows of vines planted between outcroppings of forest, with the family home and cellar perched at the top of a hill overlooking vineyards in all directions. Ivan Rapuzzi runs the winery with his mother and brother, following the same traditional methods as their father before them.
The Rapuzzi family saved Schioppettino from extinction, building a library of wines spanning decades that proves just how magnificently this variety matures. Today, Schioppettino has its own subzone within Friuli Colli Orientali — Schioppettino di Prepotto — while Ronchi di Cialla enjoys its own unique terroir within the Cialla Valley.
- Producer: Ronchi di Cialla
- Appellation: Colli Orientali del Friuli, Friuli-Venezia Giulia, Italy
- Varietal: Schioppettino
- Vintage: 2018
- Format: 750ml
- Style: Full-bodied, floral, spiced red
- Tasting Notes: Rose petals, violets, blackberry, blood orange, white pepper
- Aging Potential: Excellent — cellar worthy
- Pairings: Braised meats, game, aged cheeses, mushroom dishes
Pellegrino Dry Old Marsala Superiore Secco Sicily Italy NV 375ml Half Bottle
Pellegrino Dry Old Marsala Superiore Secco — Sicily NV
Cantine Pellegrino is one of Marsala’s oldest and most respected houses, founded in 1880 at the sun-drenched western tip of Sicily. For nearly 150 years, they have been the benchmark for what serious Marsala can be — and this Superiore Secco is the proof. Aged a minimum of two years in oxidative cellaring, crafted from a blend of Catarratto, Grillo, Damaschino, and Inzolia, it is dry, complex, and deeply Sicilian. Wine Spectator awarded it 90 points. The half-bottle format is ideal for cooking, aperitivo, or an intimate pour.
Amber in the glass with warm golden highlights. The nose is immediately compelling: iodine, dried fig, roasted almond, and singed orange peel, with a whisper of ground clove and toffee that speaks to careful oxidative aging. On the palate, it is rich, smooth, and finely balanced — creamy in texture, with intense dried fruit, a nutty core, and a long, lingering finish of clove and orange peel.
🇮🇹 Wine Spectator 90 — Dry, complex, and deeply Sicilian. A serious fortified wine that rewards both the curious and the connoisseur.
- Producer: Cantine Pellegrino, Marsala, Sicily, Italy
- Vintage: NV
- Appellation: Marsala Superiore DOC
- Style: Secco (Dry)
- Blend: Catarratto, Grillo, Damaschino, Inzolia
- Aging: Minimum 2 years oxidative
- Size: 375ml (Half Bottle)
- Tasting Notes: Iodine, dried fig, roasted almond, singed orange peel, clove, toffee, creamy finish
- Best Paired With: Parmigiano-Reggiano, prosciutto, pizza, Chicken Marsala, Veal Marsala, zabaglione
Sicily’s benchmark dry Marsala — Pellegrino’s Superiore Secco is the half-bottle that earns its place at the table and in the kitchen.
Paitin di Pasquaro Elia Barbaresco Riserva Sori' Paitin Vecchie Vigne 2006 750ml
Expert Rating
Vinous Stephen Tanzer writes 93 Points | (from 63-year-old vines in the center of the vineyard; aged in a combination of old barriques and new larger casks) Sweet aromas of redcurrant, cherry, smoke and mint, all lifted by high notes of orange peel, rose petal and minerals. Concentrated, vibrant and gripping, with a silky quality and noteworthy precision to the flavors of red fruits, spices and minerals. Harmonious acidity gives a juicy, sappy quality and real elegance to this densely packed Barbaresco. Here the tannins are considerably finer than those of the normale, and the long, juicy, gripping finish leaves behind a captivating floral perfume. A beauty.
This is from a massale selection, including a bit of the lighter, floral rose clone of nebbiolo while the rest of the vineyard features five different clones.
Manincor der Keil Lago Di Caldaro Schiava Organic Biodynamic 2023 750ml
Winemaker Description
Bright soft-hued ruby. Delicately fruity on the nose reminiscent of cherry and toasted almonds, juicy on the palate, extremely “quaffable” and elegant on the
finish.
Memo Summary Notes
The Manincor "der Keil" Lago di Caldaro 2023 is a benchmark example of Schiava (also known as Vernatsch) from South Tyrol (Alto Adige), Italy. Produced by the Manincor estate—a leader in biodynamic and organic viticulture—this wine is sourced from the historical "der Keil" vineyard (a monopole), where old vines overlook the Lake of Kaltern.
It is often described as the perfect "bridge" wine for those who enjoy the elegance of Pinot Noir but want the crunchy, spicy character of northern Italy.
-
Traditional Pairing: South Tyrolean Speck (cured ham) and local cheeses.
-
Modern Pairing: It is one of the few reds that pairs beautifully with fried fish, tomato-based pasta, or even Cantonese cuisine.
Expert Reviews - Vintage 2023
The 2023 vintage is receiving high praise for its focus and "crunchy" fruit:
-
Decanter: 92 Points – "A lightly edgy nose of nutmeg-dusted red fruit... fleshy, balanced palate with juicy raspberry."
-
Wine Enthusiast: 91 Points – "Tart cranberries, pomegranate, and red apple skin... delivers a fresh, lively wine with a peppery edge."
Marchesi di Gresy Dolcetto d'Alba Monte Aribaldo 2022 750ml
Warehouse stored item - please allow one to three business days to fulfill.
This 100% Dolcetto comes from the Commune of Treiso, on the Monte Aribaldo hill. It sits at 350 meters above sea level and has a south-facing exposure. The even altitude and its prominent position allow the grapes to ripen consistently and give ample body to the Dolcetto.
The wine undergoes vinification on skins with a six/seven days fermentation with floating cap at a controlled temperature; pumping over. Malolactic fermentation is carried out in full after the alcoholic fermentation. The wine is aged in a combination of stainless steel and cement for five months before a brief bottle aging.
Le Ragnaie Brunello di Montalcino 2021 750ml
Expert Reviews – Vintage 2021
Vinous 94 Points (Audrey Frick): Opens with rosemary, Mediterranean herbs, ripe cherries, and forest earth. Medium to full-bodied and classic in style, with well-defined tannins, bright acidity, and a long finish that keeps it fresh and balanced. Showing very well today and should drink beautifully over the next 15 years or more. Drink 2026–2041.
Winemaker Description
Le Ragnaie is perched at high elevation just south of the hill of Montalcino, led by Ricardo and Jennifer Campinoti. The estate produces some of the most compelling single-vineyard expressions of Brunello, with clarity, focus, and distinction between each cru. This 2021 is sourced from a selection of top vineyard sites, fermented in concrete with 35 days of skin contact, then aged three years in large Slavonian oak casks. Lifted aromas of dark cherry, ripe plum, and subtle spice, with a graceful, structured palate, fine-grained tannins, and a long, elegant finish.
Previous vintage (2020) earned 95pts Wine Advocate, 94pts Jeb Dunnuck, 93pts James Suckling & Vinous.
Pairing Suggestions
- Red Meat: Bistecca alla Fiorentina, braised short ribs, or lamb.
- Game: Wild boar, venison, or duck.
- Cheese: Aged Pecorino, Parmigiano-Reggiano, or Taleggio.
Lapilli Aglianico Beneventano 2020 750ml
Warehouse stored item - please allow one to three business days to fulfill.
Lapilli wines come from the Avellino Province of Campagnia of Southern Italy. The volcanic layers of soil help to create stunning mineral-driven and memorable wines. The indigenous varietals here have had thousands of years of adaption, finding balance in volcanic soils, high altitudes and cooling Mediterranean breezes.
Lombardo Marsala Dry 750ml
Authentic Sicilian Marsala Wine
Lombardo Marsala Dry is a classic fortified wine from Sicily, Italy, representing centuries of winemaking tradition in the historic Marsala region. This dry-style Marsala showcases the authentic character of Sicilian viticulture, crafted using traditional methods that have been perfected over generations. With its distinctive dark amber color and complex flavor profile, this versatile wine serves both as an essential cooking ingredient and an elegant after-dinner sipper. Whether you're preparing classic Italian dishes or enjoying it on its own, Lombardo Marsala Dry delivers authentic Sicilian quality in every bottle.
Tasting Profile & Sensory Experience
This Marsala displays a beautiful dark amber color with golden highlights that hint at its richness and complexity. On the nose, discover inviting aromas of dates, dried apricots, toasted almonds, and subtle caramel notes. The palate is full, warm, and harmonious, offering flavors of dried fruits, figs, raisins, and hints of toffee and spice. The wine's elegant structure is balanced by a pleasant dryness that prevents it from being overly sweet, while the finish reveals lingering notes of dried fruit and subtle oxidative complexity. The fortified nature adds warmth and body, creating a satisfying drinking experience.
Essential Cooking Wine
Lombardo Marsala Dry is the Marsala of choice for professional chefs and home cooks preparing authentic Italian cuisine. Its dry profile makes it ideal for savory applications, adding depth and complexity to a wide range of dishes. Use it to create classic preparations like Chicken Marsala, Veal Marsala, or pork medallions with Marsala sauce. It's also excellent for deglazing pans, enriching risottos, enhancing mushroom dishes, or adding complexity to cream sauces. The wine's concentrated flavors and balanced acidity help tenderize meats while adding a sophisticated dimension to fish and poultry preparations.
Versatile Pairing & Serving Suggestions
Beyond its culinary applications, Lombardo Marsala Dry shines as an elegant after-dinner wine. Serve it slightly chilled or at room temperature in small portions to appreciate its complexity. It pairs beautifully with aged cheeses like Parmigiano-Reggiano, Pecorino, or Gorgonzola, as well as with nuts, dried fruits, and dark chocolate. The wine also complements savory appetizers, charcuterie boards, and roasted nuts. For a traditional Sicilian experience, enjoy it with almond biscotti or cannoli. Its versatility makes it suitable for both casual gatherings and formal occasions.
Sicilian Winemaking Heritage
Marsala wine has been a cornerstone of Sicilian winemaking since the 18th century, earning protected designation of origin (DOC) status that ensures authenticity and quality. Lombardo honors this rich heritage by crafting Marsala using traditional methods and indigenous Sicilian grape varieties. The fortification process and aging in oak barrels develop the wine's characteristic amber color and complex flavor profile. By choosing Lombardo Marsala Dry, you're experiencing a genuine taste of Sicily and supporting a winemaking tradition that has delighted palates for centuries. It's an essential addition to any well-stocked kitchen or wine collection.
La Valentina Bellovedere Montepulciano d'Abruzzo Terre dei Vestini Riserva 2020 750ml
Warehouse stored item - please allow three to five business days to fulfill.
La Valentina's Bellovedere is the winery's highest expression of Montepulciano d'Abruzzo. It is a single-vineyard wine from the subzone of Terre dei Vestini, in the rolling hills near the Abruzzo coast and the city of Pescara. The Bellovedere is intended to demonstrate the great possibilities of Montepulciano d'Abruzzo, and as such the wine is produced only in the years with great weather conditions and fully mature grapes. The Bellovedere vineyard takes its name from a park in the center of Spoltore with a view of the vineyards and the ridgeline of the Gran Sasso peaks behind, as shown on the label.
-
James
Suckling -
Wine
Spectator
Jermann PINOT GRIGIO Friuli Venezia Giulia 2025 750ml
Jermann · Friuli Venezia Giulia · 2025
It was the 18th century when Stefanus migrated from the Austrian Burgenland to the village of Bilijana, in what is today Slovenia. In 1881, Anton Jermann, Silvio's great-grandfather, moved from Bilijana to Villanova, planting the roots of a family whose name would come to define Friuli winemaking.
Quality year upon year, innovation, deep pride in his heritage, and respect for the patriarch who left home to settle in Friuli have driven Silvio Jermann to leave a lasting mark on the world of wine. In 2016, Gambero Rosso crowned him the world's best representative winemaker of Italian white wines, the result of decades of research for excellence, absolute respect for the land, and a restless, visionary approach to blending that didn't exist before him.
"I want to create a wine as I imagine it."
— Silvio Jermann
Winemaker Description — Vintage 2025
Pinot Grigio Jermann captivates with its bright acidity, flavors of citrus, white peach, and a hint of almonds. This wine reflects Jermann's commitment to crafting expressive and complex Pinot Grigio from their vineyards in Friuli-Venezia Giulia.
— Jermann, Winemaker Notes
Expert Review — Prior Vintage 2023
Allison Napjus, Wine Spectator, 90 Points — This bright white is light- to medium-bodied, with a creamy density to the well-meshed flavors of apricot and mango fruit, blood orange peel, salted almond, anise and white blossoms. Lip-smacking and vivacious through the mineral-laced finish. Drink now through 2030.
Pairings & Serving
This Pinot Grigio's bright acidity and citrus-driven profile make it a natural with seafood, light pastas, and soft cheeses. Serve well chilled, around 45–50°F, to highlight its freshness.
Specs
- Producer: Jermann
- Vintage: 2025
- Appellation: Friuli Venezia Giulia, Italy
- Varietal: Pinot Grigio
- Closure: Screw cap
- Size: 750ml