Tasting Notes: Usually predominantly (90%) from the relatively cool and elevated site Basarin in Neive – Bruno Giacosa is the other main proprietor of this cru. A Barbaresco from a small family estate with a mere 7 hectares... Read More
Tasting Notes: One of the stars of the Cirelli lineup, this example of Trebbiano has notes of citrus fruits, green apple, and white flowers, with subtle hints of almond and honey. The key factor here is the use of terracotta amphora,... Read More
Tasting Notes: The Poliphemo Viti Vecchie R18 (formally a Taurasi Riserva that Luigi decided to declassify to Campania Aglianico) has a savory quality with dark-fruited and exotic nuances of roasted plum, savory herbs and a tactile... Read More
Tasting Notes: Deep plummy purple in the glass the Luigi Tecce (formally a Taurasi Riserva that he declassified to Campania Aglianco) Puro Sangue blooms with a nose of ripe beach plums, violets and earthy thyme. On the palate... Read More
Tasting Notes: The iconic Pagliaro wine is the wine that put the Paolo Bea estate on the map. It is 100% Sagrantino, the fabled local grape of Montefalco, from Pagliaro vineyard, situated at 1300 feet in altitude. This deeply... Read More
Tasting Notes: Cerequio is not an easy cru to deal with, yet Roberto manages to weave in all of its components delicately. Vibrant with black pepper spice, star anice vibrancy and light granite notes, the 2018 is ready to drink... Read More
Tasting notes: One of the most respected names in Brunello, Stella di Campalto has become one of its most sought-after producers. This excellence is accomplished through her minimal interventionist approach and almost magic ability... Read More
Tasting notes: One of the most respected names in Brunello, Stella di Campalto has become one of its most sought-after producers. This excellence is accomplished through her minimal interventionist approach and almost magic ability... Read More