Italian Wine

90+ Points Critical Acclaim Critical Acclaim: James Suckling 97 Points

Deep, almost shy on the first nose, it reveals itself as the aromas come into focus: wild berries and candied fruit make way for roasted hazelnuts, baked bread_read more

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This wine pairs well with red meats, seasoned pecorino cheese and steak_read more

{'V': '97'}

Le Pianelle is one of the great recent success stories in Alto Piemonte. Dieter Heuskel, formerly the Chairman of the Boston Consulting Group’s Germany practice_read more

Fragrant nose of violets, orange zest, raspberries, green peppercorns, clay and thyme. Medium-bodied_read more

90+ Rated Critical Acclaim: 95 Points Vinous, 94 Points Robert Parker

The 2018 Gattinara is a stunning wine in the making. Extraordinary in its complexity and nuance, the 2018 dazzles with a kaleidoscope of aromas, flavors_read more

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A perfect match with mature cheeses, braised short ribs, or grilled meats_read more

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Torcular retains the subtle spicy note typical of Vernaccia Nera grapes, with young hints of red fruits and floral aromas_read more

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The focused nose of this white wine opens with a mix of orchard, stone and citrus-fruit aromas that all meld seamlessly and then give way to mineral and savory aromas, fresh flowers and wild herbs.... read more

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Can be enjoyed by itself or with food, red and white meats, charcuterie or aged cheeses_read more

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Pairs well with elegant dishes that recall the spiciness and finesse of the wine. It also marries well with traditional dishes such as roasted white and red meat, poultry and feathered game, mushroom-based dishes, and cheeses_read more

RP 96, D 96, JS 94

Very intense fragrances and freshness_read more

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This is a silky red, full of smoky, dusty cherry flavor, accented by mineral and tobacco_read more

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Brilliant pale yellow with green nuances. Green apple and white peach combine with fine nuances of lemon balm_read more

90+ Points Critical Acclaim

The Wine Advocate writes 94 Points compared to the Rio Sordo, the Cascina delle Rose 2018...

WA93, V93

The aromatics are perhaps just a touch forward but the 2015 makes up for that with its suave inviting personality_read more

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A wine that shows a mid-weight texture, bright freshness and accessible fruit_read more

90+ Points Critical Acclaim: 93 Points James Suckling, 92 Points Vinous

This wine is intense ruby red in colour with youthful highlights. On the nose, there are notes of almonds, violets and oranges _read more

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Schiava (a blend of various varieties of Schiava) – Alto Adige DOC. This varietal is grown with the traditional trellis system, the pergola, on gently warmed loamy soils of the beautiful slopes around Cortaccia_read more

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Pairs well with a variety of light appetizers, fresh tomato sauce-based dishes and roasted chicken_read more

90+ Points | Critical Acclaim

Vinous writes 94 Points the 2016 Barbaresco Riserva Rose delle Casasse is a fine follow up to the...

{'WS': '90', 'WA': '91', 'JS': '92'}

Ideal with all roasts, grills, barbecues, and with sauteed fillets of beef. Great with cheeses as well_read more

90+ Points Critical Acclaim: WA 97 Points

You can attribute many descriptors to the bouquet, from wild berry, pressed rose, earth, rust, crushed rock_read more

90+ Points Critical Acclaim: V94, WE95, WA95 Points

Balsamic aromas of camphor mingle with earthy whiffs of forest floor, new leather, cedar and wild berries on this elegant, full-bodied red_read more

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Lean starters, dry and liquid soups even with savoury sauces, grilled and pan cooked meat, goat and sheep medium seasoned cheeses_read more

90+ Points | Critical Acclaim

The Rose delle Casasse is likely, the only Barbaresco made from Nebbiolo Rose. Some believe...

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Pair with salumi, tomato and meat-based sauces and pizza Margherita. God wept when he found a corner of heaven stolen by Lucifer, and there, where his tears fell, grew the Lacryma Christ_read more

{'WA': '94', 'JD': '96', 'JS': '97'}

This wine shows a slightly dark hue with added concentration and depth. I am delighted by the bouquet that reveals dark cherry, blue flower, crushed stone and grilled herb_read more

90+ Points Critical Acclaim

Decanter writes 91 Points writes despite a fully garnet hue, the nose is vibrant and floral scented with mint and tarragon. Notes of chestnut give this earthy context on the palate...read more.

90+ Points Critical Acclaim

The Wine Spectator writes 97 Points shows plum and chocolate character, with hints of cedar and light toasty oak. Full-bodied, with chewy tannins and a long finish...read more.

90+ Points Critical Acclaim

The Wine Enthusiast writes 97 Points one of the greatest Italian Merlots, the pedigree of...

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A genuine and characteristc "Terroir," famous for centuries for its tradition of quality wine...

{'WS': '98', 'WA': '98', 'D': '97', 'JD': '97', 'JS': '99'}

The Wine Spectator & Wine Advocate both assign 98 Points this bottle opens a new chapter for one of Italy's most celebrated and collected wines...read more.

90+ Points Critical Acclaim: WA98+, JS97, JS97, WE97, WS96 Points

A powerful, medium-to full-bodied Brunello, but seamless and bright, with a fine, transparent mid-palate_read more

The first bottlings of our MunJebel rosso classico were blends of 2 vintages which I have always...

JS98, WS98, D97, WA97, WE97

The wine has a deeply savory nose, with seaweed, soy sauce, olives, tobacco, black licorice and a rich medley of cherries, blackberries and plums_read more

90+ Points | Critical Acclaim

Vinous writes 100 Points the 2019 Barolo Ravera is the most intensely mineral and saline of the...