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: Maria Sole’s workhorse (pun intended) wine, Bulgarelli—named after her grandfather’s prized stallion—is pure Sangiovese from 20- to 30-year-old vines planted in the sandy clay soils of the... Read More
Tasting Notes: Amerighi Stefano's Botte Secrete is a Sangiovese-based red wine that is part of the Vin Des Potes project. Stefano has vinified this wine in collaboration with sommelier friends Basile Passe and Yoan Tavares... Read More
Tasting Notes: L’Oste is Villa Bagnolo's “friendly and fun” bottle of wine, that expresses the complexity of the Sangiovese and the sustainable farming at Villa Bagnolo. In Italian “Oste” means... Read More
Tasting Notes: The Abbazia di Novacella Valle Isarco Kerner has aromas of smoke, ash, and limes develop into a generous body. Well framed and creamy texture with energized acidity on the palate. Drink now!!! Colin, Eataly Chicago... Read More
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: Ampeleia Unlitro is bright and fresh, with fresh herbs and bing cherries dominating the nose. Medium-bodied, this would be a perfect wine to drink with a slight chill.The varieties were harvested and vinified separately.... Read More
Tasting Notes: A field blend of all known red varieties at the estate, the Rosso del Roccolo is earthy yet ethereal, showing notes of pretty flowers and plum, with a freshness that reminds us of the area’s proximity to the... Read More
Tasting Notes: Without question Arpepe make the most complex Nebbiolo outside of Piemonte. Their Rosso is very approachable with the softness of Langhe Nebbiolo but the structure and depth of La Morra Barolo. Bright cherry, eucalyptus,... 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 Barberani Rosato Amore is a brilliant soft pink color with scents of wild strawberries, currants, and citrus flowers. Fresh flavors of peaches, strawberries, and raspberries, with a dry finish. A perfect match... Read More
Tasting Notes: Benanti made their reputation on their white wines, and the Benanti Etna Bianco shows that there’s not a dud in the bunch. Racy, lush, and the fruit glides gently into smoky minerality. Complex and delicious.... Read More
