Italian Wine

The Wall Street Journal says "It's an excellent food wine"

"This wine is intended to be consumed in its youth and is a terrific complement to roasted meats, pastas and pizza – the ultimate trattoria wine." Winemaker Description

90+ Points | V90, JS91, D90, WS90

The nose is intense, captivating and defined by fruity notes of black cherries and black currant with hints of cocoa and coffee. The pleasant bouquet is completed by aromas of spices and boxwood. The enveloping palate presents supple, velvety tannins sustained by excellent freshness and sapidity. Winemaker Description.

James Suckling writes: A bright and fruity red with currant and berry character. Light vanilla. Medium body. Crisp finish. Sangiovese, cabernet sauvignon, and merlot. Drink now. 91 Points James Suckling.

Well-balanced with a fresh, clean finish_read more

90+Points Critical Acclaim: Vinous 91 Points

It's round and juicy on the palate, stimulating the senses with zesty acidity as ripe red fruits cascade throughout_read more

JS90

Pale yellow in color with brilliant greenish reflections, enticing aromas of acacia flowers, citrus, tangerine, and hints of apricots and almonds. KRIS Pinot Grigio_read more

90+ Points Critical Acclaim: WE': '90', 'JS': '91' Points

Elegance with a refreshing finish Debra Italian White Wine Buyer_read more

Aromas and flavors of candied apples and cherries with some pear. Light body. Frothy and crisp with a white pepper undertone_read more

90+ Points Critical Acclaim: 'JS': '91' Points

It is the perfect glass for light and medium-bodied red wines; these wines do not require prolonged contact with oxygen to best enhance their bouquet_read more

WA93, V92, JS93

A classic Chianti Classico with plums, strawberries and peaches on the nose and palate_read more

JS93

Bart Hopkins A juicy, joyous organic blend of Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot that’s bright_read more

V91

Aromas of white spring flower, Bartlett pear and citrus waft out of the glass. The racy, refreshing palate is full of energy... read more

90+ Points Critical Acclaim: 'JS': '90' Points

It's an ideal aperitif and the perfect choice for celebrations large and small. Not to mention, an excellent partner in sparkling cocktails_read more

90+ Points Critical Acclaim: Robert Parker 93 Points, Jeb Dunnuck 93 Points

Pairs well with pastas and pizzas, white and red meat and spicy vegetables dishes_read more

JS92

Taut and textured on the palate, underscoring purity and elegance. Pairs well with risotto, white fish, crudo and sushi or salads_read more 

V90 JS92

This Rosso is more powerful and opulent than many of its competitors, almost reaching the intensity of a Brunello_read more

90+ Points Critical Acclaim

James Suckling writes 91 Points aromas of black cherries, orange peel and some fresh herbs. Medium body, medium round tannins, and a soft and creamy finish. Light jammy character at the end. Drink or hold.

JS 92, WS 91

An expressive, fruity style, this red features cherry, raspberry, plum, floral and wild herb aromas and flavors_read more

WS94, JS91

Rich and opulent with generous new wood_read more

Lovely nose of orchard fruit: White peaches, Green Apples and pears_read more

90+ Points | Critical Acclaim

It is the perfect ingredient for cocktails thanks to its delicate, yet persistent aftertaste and can be served neat or with a splash of soda. Appearance: Amber. Nose: An aromatic mix of vanilla and black cherry, with a hint of creamy caramel. Taste: Smooth, with a subtle hint of initial sweetness, opening to spices and complex bitterness, before a botanical finish of artemisia. Producer Description.

The Ultimate Beverage Challenge writes: Mouthwatering aromas of ripe grape, savory gentian root, sweet baking spices, dark chocolate, spun sugar, and crème de cassis. The palate is juicy and wine-forward before a semi bitter finish laced with savory botanicals. (Finalist) (Great Value). 93 Points.

JS90, JR16

Vermentino wines are a versatile match for a wide array of appetizers and entrees, especially shellfish and seafood dishes_read more

Critical Acclaim: James Suckling 90 Points

On the palate, the wine has a robust, concentrated character, a firm structure, and small black fruit and licorice notes on the aftertaste_read more

A fresh dry wine, with intense aromas of flowers, citrus and tropical fruits_read more

90+ Points Critical Acclaim | V91, JS93, WS91 Points

Excellent companion to game dishes, grilled meat and roasts, salami and aged cheeses. It’s medium-bodied with fine-grained tannins and juicy cherries. _read more

The last remaining example of appellation Vermouth di Torino to comply with all of the classical requirements, Cocchi Vermouth di Torino has been produced since 1891. Cocchi uses estate Moscato as the wine base, and vibrant, spicy botanicals such as cocoa, citrus, ginger, and rhubarb. Producer Description.

Pale straw yellow color with fresh floral, citrus and melon aromas with almond hints. An unoaked, dry, medium bodied white wine with crisp acidity, the Arneis is a well-balanced, elegant wine with good complexity and a lingering finish. Great as an aperitif with light hors d’oeuvres, crudités, seafood, salads, light soups, simply prepared veal, pork, chicken and creamy cheese_read more

This wine is truly captivating, yet it remains fresh and extremely versatile_read more

90+ Points Critical Acclaim | {'D': '90', 'JS': '93'} Points

The fresh scent of violet is perfectly integrated by notes of jam, plums, blackcurrants and oriental spices. The palate is solid_read more

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On the palate, an intense flavor of ripe fruit comes along with a pleasantly tannic background_read more

WE90

f The perfume is fresh and intense with clean scents of wild berries, currants and black cherry. A light hint of vanilla and toasted oak... read more

On the nose, aromatic scents of raspberries, blackberries and wild flowers intertwine_read more

90+ Points Critical Acclaim: 'JS': '93' Points

Extremely perfumed and fresh with an elegant and attractive nose_read more

Vermouth di Torino is a collective heritage of Piedmont, which sees in the royal Savoy court as first big promoter of a product which, mainly starting from the late XVIII century, generated a flourishing industry which led Piedmont to become the Kingdom of Vermouth. Producer Description.

A vibrant white, with a pleasingly zesty edge to the flavors of crunchy white peach and pear fruit, grated ginger and blanched almond. ... read more

Monica Larner writes:  Made with the popular Vermentino grape, the Tua Rita 2021 Perlato del Bosco Bianco embraces white flowers and citrus over a crisp, lean-bodied style. The 2021 vintage was also quite hot, following 2020, but these 20-year-old vines have deep roots and Vermentino tends to love sunny, coastal growing conditions. There is some brief skin contact (lasting 24 hours) and dry ice is used to maintain low temperatures and protect against oxidized flavors. Aging on the lees gives the wine a touch of softness_read more