The 2018 Andremily EABA is a hauntingly delicious blend of 59% Syrah, from Bien Nacido & Harrison-Clarke Vineyards, paired with 23% Mourvedre, and 15% Grenache, from Alta Mesa & Larner Vineyards, and finished off with a splash... Read More
Mostly Tempranillo with some Garnacha, Graciano, Mazuelo with a particularly high percentage (10-12%) of the white varieties Viura and MalvasÃa Riojana. From Magana’s oldest parcels, 75 to 90-year-old bushvines in pure limestone,... Read More
Mostly Tempranillo with some Garnacha, Graciano, Mazuelo with a particularly high percentage (10-12%) of the white varieties Viura and MalvasÃa Riojana. From Magana’s oldest parcels, 75 to 90-year-old bushvines in pure limestone,... Read More
Aged for one year in a mix of old barrique and old tonneaux followed by some time in stainless steel before bottling. He normally ages in large botti but this bottling is so limited he has to use smaller oak, though that oak is... Read More
Christopher Deas, Italian Wine Merchants: “Like our Padelletti find a few years back, every now and then we come across one of those producers that makes you say, where was this little winery hiding. For IWM, the biodynamic... Read More
The 2020 rose is surprisingly balanced. On the nose, primary aromas continue to develop. Still a bit dense and collected, but only a few months are needed for it to relax, lie down and provide the palate with its bouncy persona,... Read More
The 2023 Pibarnon rose is about 65% Mourvedre (saignee), with the remainder free-run Cinsault. Unlike most Bandol producers, Eric de Saint-Victor prefers not to use Grenache, which he said would add too much fruit and alcohol... Read More
Brambly wild berries, citrus zest, rose petals and crushed river rocks burst from the glass in this food-friendly, luscious '16 Rose. Full yet energetic, this wine whooshes across the palate, but it lingers with a satisfying... Read More
Bright pink in the glass, this '15 bottling offers electric elegance, bursting with red berries and citrus fruits, spice and wildflowers. Dry and fleshy, this Marcillac rose offers bitter cherry and raspberry flavors, making... Read More
Vibrant coral color. Complex notes of sweet and sour cherries, raspberries and stone fruit, with hints of herbs and chalk, as well as Muscat pear and cassis. Dry, juicy, with a slightly tannic note, stony spice and an elegant,... Read More
Juicy tropical and stone fruits cavort on a foundation of tomato leaf, melon, white wildflowers, and subtle spices in this captivating, creamy '18 Sauvignon. This delightful white wine is all about tension--between its nice... Read More
Crisp red fruits, zippy citrus, and juicy orchard fruits mingle with notes of brioche, spices, subtle minerality, and a touch of jam in the immediately appealing One & Only Rose. Generous mousse tickles the palate, while lively... Read More
Bursting with juicy red berries, crushed wildflowers, sun-warmed earth, fresh herbs and citrus zest, this bright pink mono-varietal Cabernet Franc Rose looks like spring incarnate. This is an elegant, fresh wine that's surprisingly... Read More
While rooted in the tradition of the Langhe, Angelo Gaja has enriched this foundation with an openminded sensibility that marries traditional practices and technological innovation, thereby extending Piemonte’s international... Read More
Inky violet color. Heady, smoke- and spice-tinged cherry, blueberry, peony and incense aromas show excellent clarity; mineral and cured meat notes build with aeration. Juicy and energetic, especially in the context of the year,... Read More
A monovarietal Picolit, this luscious dessert wine is a tradition in Friuli. Succulent orchard, tropical and stone fruits dance on a bed of potpourri, baking spices, crushed river rocks, acacia honey and wild herbs in this enchanting,... Read More
The nose shows acacia blossom, pear and apple skin, barely ripe pineapple, greengage plum fruits with touches of creme fraiche, parmesan rind, and lemon mint. The palate is delicate, zesty, and refreshing with notes of lemon,... Read More
This show-stopping '09 Pinot Noir explodes from the glass with fistfuls of ripe, lush red and blue fruits, crushed rocks, savory herbs, warm loam, and a wafting of smoke, spices and violet petals. A seductive, full-bodied... Read More
Offering a vibrant cherry hue, this wine bursts with succulent vine-ripened blackberries, crisp orchard fruits, dew-laden roses and crushed saline minerals; it's a treat for the senses! A gentle but persistent acidity complements... Read More
Produced from rigorously selected Sangiovese (97%) and Canaiolo (3%) grapes. The fermentation and maceration is carried out in concrete and steel tanks for about 18/20 days. Subsequently the wine is aged in French oak barrels... Read More
Intense red, blue, and black fruits dance against a backdrop of warm earth, violet petals, baking spices, licorice and Mediterranean scrub in this very appealing, plush wine. Fine-grained tannins and a sweet inner perfume find... Read More
Finessed and elegant, the Impero Primitivo wafts from the glass with a profusion of cherries, berries, rose petals, Mediterranean scrub, white pepper and licorice. For all its power, this wine feels almost weightless, layering... Read More
A red wine that delights with its youthful exuberance and vibrancy. On the nose, it unfurls a panoply of scents with cherries and raspberries taking center stage, complemented by a subtle hint of spices. It’s seamless flow and... Read More
Tormaresca Note: "Intense ruby red color with violet reflections. The nose is rich and complex: intense notes of morello cherries, cherries in alcohol and dried plums are combined with delicate sensations of licorice, vanilla,... Read More
A rich and intriguing bouquet with hints of honey, nectarine peach and floral fragrances. With a fine structure, good balance and acidity, which gives pleasant freshness, with good returns of white fruits.Â
Succulent red and blue fruits play with olive tapenade, cedar, cigar wrapper, sweet baking spices and coffee in this nimble, satisfying wine. Wrapping its sweet fruit around a savory core, this Rosso holds you in delightful tension,... Read More
Captivating Italian white opens with fragrant aromas of tropical, citrus and yellow fruit. On the palate, the fruit is rich, voluptuous, and loaded with Italian brio. The white peach, citrus zest, and apricot notes are energized... Read More
Intense straw yellow with greenish hue, brilliant. An elegant bouquet of acacia and delicate notes of field flowers. Flavors of apricots, apple, herbs, lemon peel and fresh grapefruit acidity that is intense and long lasting.
"Brilliant violet. An expressive bouquet evokes black raspberry and cherry preserves, baking spices and smoky minerals, plus a hint of lavender in the background. Appealingly sweet and seamless in texture, offering palate-staining... Read More
From the historical winery Zárate of RÃas Baixas going back to the 18th century. Zárate Fontecón Tinto is made with rare local grapes of 70% Espadeiro and 30% Caiño Tinto - a brilliant ruby red color, smells of watermelon,... Read More