Tasting Notes: The Allegrini Amarone is a modernly produced style of amarone, and as such showcases very typical characteristics of dried figs, plums, and currents. Thes rich and desiccated fruit notes are coupled with a vibrant... Read More
Tasting Notes: The vineyards occupy a site atop a gentle hill. The natural features, including elevation, exposure, the soil, microclimate and good ventilation, create a mix that is ideal for the Pinot Noir variety, which is traditional... Read More
Tasting Notes: Without question Ar. Pe. Pe 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,... Read More
Tasting Notes: The Avignonesi Desiderio is 100% Merlot. Cherry and plum jam notes jump from the glass and fade to hints of black tea, rhubarb, and graphite, with final touches of cardamom. On the palate it is enveloping and deep,... Read More
Tasting Notes:Bovio's La Morra sourced Barolo embodies elegance with lively notes of tart raspberry, thyme, and a sleek long finish. The tannins are ripe and embraces every sip. Aromas of rose petal and baking spices on the... Read More
Tasting Notes: A blend of the younger vines from all the crus, the Brovia Barolo is forward, spicy and ripe, decadent and luscious. Brovia crafts this wine with an eye towards the history of Barolo in Piedmont, regal and refined,... Read More
Tasting Notes: Bucce means skins, as in macerated on the skins / macerato sulle bucce. This macerato / orange wine is very drinky: sour Mirabelle plums, sea salt, and dried white flowers float on bass notes of coastal wild rosemary... Read More
Tasting Notes:Cannonau (Cardedu uses old spelling with one ‘N’) is a biotype of Grenache, most likely from Spain but growing in Sardegna for hundreds of years. Spice and smoke mingle with fleshy fruit of red plums... Read More
Tasting Notes: The Carranco Villa dei Baroni Etna Bianco is a pure expression of the -native to Mt. Etna- Carricante grape. The name of this ancient native grape originates from the expression “u carricanti”, reflecting... Read More
Tasting Notes: Bright red with an intriguing nose of bergamot, wild violet, cherry and morello cherry. On the palate it is supple yet intense and succulent. The finish is one of great balance, clear, savory and long. Can be enjoyed... Read More
Tasting Notes: The Volpaia Chianti Classico Riserva has a ruby-red hue with a trace of garnet. The nose is elegant, displaying hints of spice and fruit. This is a well-structured wine with smooth tannins and a long finish.... Read More
Tasting Notes: The Ciavolich Pecorino Colline Pescaresi Fosso Cancelli is a deep golden color in the glass. This white from the Pecorino grape is dense yet lithe, with stone fruit, white flowers and gentle spices caressing the... Read More
Tasting Notes: Mille e una Notte is caressing and intense, characterized by an ample bouquet with fruity notes combined with balsamic and spicy scents. Donnafugata’s flagship red confirms itself as an icon of style and elegance.... Read More
Tasting Notes: On the nose, the Ferrando Carema Etichetta Bianca offers aromas of dark cherry, blackberry, and black currant, with hints of violet and rose petals, as well as earthy notes of tar and leather. On the palate, the... Read More
Tasting Notes: The Ferrando Carema Etichetta Nera is the top wine of the estate. Elegant and etheral, the nose has pronounced notes of exotic spices and ripe red berries. The palate is fine, supple, with well-integrated tannins... Read More
Tasting Notes: The Fontanafredda Barolo has a vibrant, floral nose, with typical traces of dried flowers, fall leaves and woodland underbrush. Robust and full-bodied, with acidity and firm tannins that give a sense of freshness... Read More
Tasting Notes: The G.D. Vajra Barolo is a balanced and classic Barolo with classic aromas of rose petals, red cherries, and strawberries. The palate is bright with a rich texture, velvety tannins, and tart red fruit flavors. Pair... Read More
Estate History: The Vajra family has farmed Bricco delle Viole, the highest cru in Comune di Barolo, since the 1880s.Aldo Vajra, after being sent to the family farm due to his involvement in protests and marches in the late 1960's... Read More
Tasting Notes: This powerful expression of Sangiovese is loaded with succulent dark cherry, plum, licorice, wild rose, rosemary essence, toasted almond, menthol and coffee notes. A truly complete wine.
