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The complex nose of grain, biscuit, citrus and honey indicates some use of wood, while the palate is tight and elegant. What's most impressive is the texture, all filigree and finesse, from start to finish. An elegant version, with subtle intensity and length. Drink now through 2010. 5,500 cases imported. –BS - Wine Spectator Magazine 94 Points

Produced in the Medoza region of Argentina, known for its award winning Malbec wines, this single vinyard malbec is produced with meticulous care by the Pizzella family. Vineyard: Pizzella family vineyard located in Altamira in the Uco Valley. Orientation: The vineyard is at an elevation of 3,050 feet. Soil: Lime rich soils with lots of gravel. Viticulture: The family is meticulous when it comes to maintaining their vines. Balance is there goal from pruning to irrigation. The vines are all...

Produced in the Medoza region of Argentina, known for its award winning Malbec wines, this single vinyard malbec is produced with meticulous care by the Pizzella family. Vineyard: Pizzella family vineyard located in Altamira in the Uco Valley. Orientation: The vineyard is at an elevation of 3,050 feet. Soil: Lime rich soils with lots of gravel. Viticulture: The family is meticulous when it comes to maintaining their vines. Balance is there goal from pruning to irrigation. The vines are all...

The birth of the Canalicchio di Sotto estate, which lies directly below the town of Montalcino to the northeast, started with a purchase in 1965, from the famous Biondi Santi family. Shortly thereafter, the Consorzio del vino, Brunello di Montalcino was formed by 25 estates, with the aim of monitoring quality, settings standards and controlling production to guide their new DOC forward. The Lambardi family was one of these families with a vision for brunello production and its future....

Summary:Pinot Bianco, Pinot Nero and Raboso fruit is sourced from the best hillside vineyards across Treviso in the Veneto. Red fruit is vinified with the saigné method. The wine undergoes a secondary fermentation in closed pressure tanks via the Charmat method to obtain a fine mousse.Additional Information:Beautiful coral color with beautiful aromas of rose petals and bananas, a delicate mousse, light body, a lovely balance and a fresh, lasting finish. ...

Summary:Pinot Bianco, Pinot Nero and Raboso fruit is sourced from the best hillside vineyards across Treviso in the Veneto. Red fruit is vinified with the saigné method. The wine undergoes a secondary fermentation in closed pressure tanks via the Charmat method to obtain a fine mousse.Additional Information:Beautiful coral color with beautiful aromas of rose petals and bananas, a delicate mousse, light body, a lovely balance and a fresh, lasting finish. ...

Wine Description:A world class Blend in the Bordeaux tradition. The Earth offers is up and we respect the gift. Winter 2014 was considered as rainy in Apalta, with higher temperatures compared to the previous season, moving from a minimum of 4,5°C to 14,7°C maximum. This translate into 0.5°C more than the 2014 period. Spring 2014 had moderate temperatures allowing good bud break and blooming, been both very homogeneous. Summer was more temperate than usual, with some heat waves that lasted for...

Grapes:Corvina, Rondinella, Croatina, Dindarella, Sangiovese e CorvinoneProduction method:grapes are selected and then laid out for drying on drying tables in a well ventilated area for 5 months Ageing:minimum 3 years in Slovenian oak casks (60%) and in barriques (40%), 8 months in the bottle for the final ageing processServing temperature:16° C, open an hour before servingBest served with:game, strong cheeses, roasted red meatsMaturity:it lends itself to being aged for even 10 years or...

Deep red. Fresh red berries, flowers and spicecake on the nose, with a hint of white pepper adding energy. Juicy, finely etched strawberry and raspberry flavors show a pinot-like character and are framed by silky tannins. The lively finish features a lingering note of candied flowers. This graceful, understated wine should be delicious on release. - Stephen Tanzer 90 PointsThe 2008 Chateauneuf du Pape is certainly a strong effort for the vintage. Classic notes of kirsch, plum, spice box,...

Appearance: Straw yellow with light copper huesNose: very elegant, crispy and complex with notes of jasmine, broom and magnolia ower; notes of white peach, apricot, pear, golden apple, cantaloupe, acacia honey; hints of crushed stone.Palate: Elegant first impact, tense, with good balance; excellent retro-nasal aromatics; pleasant mineral note at the end. - Winery

Tasting Notes: Our 2016 Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon is a distinctly layered wine with notes of ripe dark plum, black currant and sage. Rich and full-bodied, this superbly balanced wine has an expansive mid-palate and an exceptionally long finish. Already displaying a refined profile, this vintage’s well-structured tannins and ample acidity will allow it to age for more than a decade. Winemaker Notes: The grapes were carefully harvested and destemmed, then transferred to upright tanks for a...

Description: A historic Frescobaldi wine produced at Castello di Nipozzano, situated around 35 km north-east of Florence. It is the symbol of Tuscan winemaking and maintains a close relationship with the style of the terroir. Vintage Report: In 2015 the grape ripening was excellent, aided by the long summer, high temperatures and favourable climate. The long-awaited warm welcome of winter did not come until the second half of February, slowing the reawakening of the vines which, due to the...

TASTING NOTES:Bright, dark red colour. On the nose, fruits of the forest (red berries) with a touch of vanilla and floral sensations. Well-balanced in the mouth with good structure and tasty tannins. Good length.

MARTINI & ROSSI® Asti is crafted from 100% handpicked Moscato Bianco grapes, grown in Northern Italy. It is ranked D.O.C.G. (denomination of controlled and guaranteed origin), the highest classification granted to Italian wines. Its aroma will lure you in like a siren’s song, boasting fruity and floral notes. Sparking on the tongue, the natural sweetness of the grapes comes through with full flavor and wonderful texture. Recommended for after dinner, pairing with cakes and other desserts or...

MARTINI & ROSSI® Asti is crafted from 100% handpicked Moscato Bianco grapes, grown in Northern Italy. It is ranked D.O.C.G. (denomination of controlled and guaranteed origin), the highest classification granted to Italian wines. Its aroma will lure you in like a siren’s song, boasting fruity and floral notes. Sparking on the tongue, the natural sweetness of the grapes comes through with full flavor and wonderful texture. Recommended for after dinner, pairing with cakes and other desserts or...

The 2011 Dolcetto d’Alba is quite classic in this vintage. Medium in body, the 2011 floats across the palate with hints of blueberries, tar, almonds and violets. This is an understated, classy wine for the year. Anticipated maturity: 2012-2015. - Robert Parker 89 Points ** Only 1 in Stock **

Vinification: Maceration in contact with the grape skins for a duration of 10 days, alcoholic fermentation in steel tanks for 20 days, malolactic fermentation and aged in French oak barrels for 18 months. In the glass: It presents itself as a wine with an enchanting bouquet, with hints of rose, violet and red berries, with a marked elegance and femininity and persistent richness to the palate. ** Only 7 in Stock **

Vinification: Maceration in contact with the grape skins for a duration of 10 days, alcoholic fermentation in steel tanks for 20 days, malolactic fermentation and aged in French oak barriques for 18 months. In the glass: A Barolo with a rich and harmonious bouquet with hints of dried fruit and rose petals, with an intense and complex taste, persistent tannins that offer a very long finale.

Vinification: Maceration in contact with the grape skins for a duration of 12 days, alcoholic and malolactic fermentation in steel tanks, ageing in large French oak barrels for 18 months. In the glass: An intense bouquet with hints of ripe fruit and rose petals. Persistent in taste, thanks to its fine and enveloping tannins that give an elegant pleasantness to this wine.

Extra ripeness in the vineyard translates to a more generous core of red-black fruits. Blackberry and fresh cracked pepper entwine perfectly with matured and lengthy tannins on the finish. Drinking beautifully now, pair it with darker fowl, grilled meats and salmon. According to ancient Persian legend, King Jamsheed was able to observe his entire realm by peering into his full wine goblet. - Winery ** Only 2 in Stock **

2018 Merry Edwards Sauvignon Blanc Russian River Valley: We are excited to announce that this inviting new Sauvignon Blanc contains 60 percent of our own estate fruit. Even though the Meredith and Maefield vineyards were planted recently, in 2015, they are producing delicious fruit in abundant quantity! Sauvignon Musqué makes up 42% of the blend; the balance is the Shenandoah clone. The wine was fully barrel fermented in Tonnellerie Cadus barrels, 18% new. Lees stirring was then done twice...

Tortoniano is named for the tortonian-era soils in which the vines are planted, which contain a high percentage of magnesium and manganese. Grape clusters are thinned and harvested up to 15 days later than usual so that the fruit attains higher concentration. Temperatures are strictly controlled during vinification and the wine is aged for two years in large oak casks and one year in bottle before release. TASTING NOTE: The wine shows layered aromas of mint, fennel, plum and spices before rich...

Fresh and clean, with aromas of slate, citrus and green herbs. The palate delivers lemon-lime flavors and a modest bubble bead that doesn’t overwhelm. And when folks say packaging means nothing, ignore them. This one comes in a cool bowling pin-shaped bottle that’s capped like a beer. The tagline on the label points out that Prosecco is the “gentle” sparkling wine. Yeah, gentle on your wallet. — M.S. - Wine Enthusiast Magazine 86 Points ...

SENSORY NOTES: Delicate bubbles with crisp, fresh fruit-forward aromas and flavors of green apple, white peach and citrus.

TERROIR:Issued from the Château’s best parcels (Muriers, Longue, Romarin), and from selected parcels in the best terroirs of Provence. Clay & Limestone vineyard, partially in teraces located at an average of 350 meters. Cool climate for the area with big temperature swings between night and day.VINIFICATION:The grapes are harvested exclusively in the morning and sorted twice. Destemming. ‘Pressurage direct’ for Cinsault, Grenache and Rolle. The Syrah is vinified partially using the «saignee»...

Wine Information:Intense ruby red in color, this Brunello has a complex and balanced nose, showing aromas of raspberries and liquorice with notes of chocolate and spice, varying from vanilla to cinnamon to coffee. Warm and full on the palate, the flavors are beautifully pronounced with excellent length.Alcoholic fermentation is carried out in stainless steel; malolactic fermentation follows in oak. The wine ages for three years in large Slovenian oak casks.Denomination: BRUNELLO DI MONTALCINO...

Medium pink with a fine bead. Very fragrant aromas of fresh strawberry and flowers, along with a hint of cake icing. A soft, round rose with supple red berry and orange flavors, gentle acid lift and a velvety finish. This has the fruit to stand up to strongly seasoned foods. - Stephen Tanzer 89 Points

Rich and a touch sweet, exuding citrus and honey flavors on an easygoing frame. Medium-bodied, with moderate intensity, it picks up a mushroom note on the finish. Drink now. –BS - Wine Spectator Magazine 88 Points

Rich and a touch sweet, exuding citrus and honey flavors on an easygoing frame. Medium-bodied, with moderate intensity, it picks up a mushroom note on the finish. Drink now. –BS - Wine Spectator Magazine 88 Points

Light gold. Bright orange, candied lemon and peach on the nose, with a faint toffee note. Broad pear and peach flavors, with deeper notes of marzipan and guava. Plenty sweet but also balanced and clean, with good weight and a long, lush finish. For the style, this is delicious. - Stephen Tanzer 87 Points

Style:Punchy and vibrant. Sweet tropical fruits and fresh pink grapefruit combine with notes of passionfruit and lemon blossom. Fabulous paired with fresh tasty seafood and summer salads.Alcohol: 12.5%pH: 3.23TA: 7.48

Notes:The Chianti Classico Riserve comes from a selection of grapes from vineyards which are more suitable for long maturing. Vinified in steel with a maceration of about 20 days, and as a second passage, it is aged in smaller wooden barrels for about 18 months, to then rest for a minimum of 3 months in glass. Composition of the grapes : 90% Sangiovese and 10% Canaiolo and Colorino. ...

Our 2016 Folly is its usual deep violet-red colour that is characteristic of the syrah from Colchagua. The nose is very intense, with a tremendous assortment of aromas ranging from ripe red and black fruits to a blend of sweet spices, pastry, and subtle notes of leather. The French oak is very well integrated and delivers notes of coffee, milk chocolate, and toast, all in harmony with the sensations on the palate, which is exceptionally well balanced with a potent-yet-elegant structure. The...

A deliciously satisfying wood-aged Port. It has an intense fruitiness, with layers of acidity and oxidated notes. It’s concentrated, yet shows lightness and poise. - R.V. - Wine Enthusiast Magazine 93 PointsA vibrant tawny, with a rich array of dried citrus, apricot and hazelnut flavors that are backed by plenty of fresh acidity. Features white chocolate on the finish. Drink now. 665 cases made. –KM - Wine Spectator Magazine 92 Points ...

Notes: Le Tense shows the elegant, feminine style of Chiavennasca (Nebbiolo). A bright, medium ruby color is followed by a nose of bright fruit, earth and exotic spice. The wine is medium bodied on the palate with layers of fruit, and a firm, dry finish. Varietals: 100% Chiavennasca (Nebbiolo)Alcohol: 14%

Terroir: The Nino Negri Inferno is sourced from the best crus of the Inferno subzones of Calvario, Sopragironi, Sottogironi and Ca Rossa. Grapes are densely cultivated high on the terraced hillside in poor, sandy soils and a due-south exposure.Vinification: Grapes are hand-harvested in early October and transported to the winery where they are sorted and macerated at cold temperatures for five days in stainless steel vats. Aging occurs over a period of 20-24 months in a combination of 80hl and...

Offers lots of plum, coffee and light jam character. Full-bodied, soft and fruity. Slightly one-dimensional. Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Merlot and Sangiovese. Drink now. 2,200 cases made. –JS - Wine Spectator Magazine 86 Points ** Only 5 in Stock **

BACKGROUND:Icon is the flagship of Nobilo Wines, one of New Zealand’s pioneer estates, established by the Nobilo family in 1943.From Five Special Vineyards:We sourced the fruit for this wine from some of Nobilo’s finest Sauvignon Blanc vineyards located throughout the Marlborough growing region.Pickering – Central WairauJones – RapauraTrueman – Upper WairauHay – WaihopaiCastle Cliffs – AwatereThe Awatere vineyards provide flinty minerality and herbal notes, while our Wairau vineyards produce a...

Vintage Overview: The 2013 growing season was warm and consistent throughout, perfect for the vines to ripen. Harvest started early in mid-August and extended into early November as fall brought cooler temperatures. The long, warm 2013 growing season resulted in beautifully ripe and balanced wines. Vineyards: Diversity of vineyards and sub-appellations within the Columbia Valley are Northstar’s hallmarks. Fruit is selected from the very best possible sources throughout the Columbia Valley....

Notes:Brilliant garnet red in color, with warmer tinges developing over time. Unmistakably intense and persistent bouquet, with aromas of truffles, licorice, and dry flowers. Thick tannins and a long finish. Aging: 30 Months in Slavonian/Austrian oak barrels * Organically and Sustainably Produced ** Only 7 in Stock **

WINEMAKER´S TASTING NOTES: Concentrated deep violet in color. The nose is attractive and intense with a range of aromas from the different varieties in the blend, including nuts such as hazelnuts, dates, and dried figs, as well as floral notes recalling jasmine and roses. The palate is sophisticated, intense, and juicy and complemented by chocolate, coffee, and tobacco leaves. The finish is long with ripe and velvety tannins. An unforgettable experience. Composition:65% Carignan20% Syrah15%...

Notes:The Leflaive family has resided in the village of Puligny Montrachet for centuries and it is now home to Maison Olivier Leflaive. With it's variety of 1er Crus and a shared portion of Grand Crus Le Montrachet, Bienvenue-Batard Montrachet and Batard Montrachet, the terroir of Puligny is second to none. Each year Leflaive produces close to a dozen unique cuvées from these world class Chardonnay vineyards. Terroir: Olivier Leflaive's village level Puligny Montrachet is sourced from 21...

VINTAGE 2010: The 2010 vintage will be long remembered as a uniquely demanding year. Mother Nature was capricious and challenging in presenting us with tremendous variability – unseasonably cold days, untimely rain fall, and surprisingly sunny and hot days. While colder than normal, the leaves were able to produce the needed sugar, while the grape berries developed lovely and complex flavor and aroma components. Bud break and flowering were eight days later than the 5-year average....

THE STORY BEHIND THE LABEL: This wine was introduced as a one-time bottling in 2002 after a wild fire struck the vineyard’s surrounding hillsides. The residual ash and smoke resonated in the Syrah grapes, creating a very memorable wine. Year after year, we are asked to develop a Syrah to keep the story of this wine alive! We hope you will enjoy this bold Syrah comprised from several exceptional vineyards in the Columbia and Yakima Valleys. TASTING NOTES: Wow, what a beauty! This 2017 Syrah...

Notes:We are celebrating 25 years of Riesling this year and we thought it was time to update the packaging to reflect our core values. You've know about our love of Riesling for a while now, but did you know we're committed to sustainability? Some wineries use as much as 10 gallons of water for every gallon of wine they produce, we only use 1 gallon of water for every gallon of wine produced! Also, now 100% of the energy used at the winery is offset using wind power credits! Finally, we felt...

VINTAGE NOTES: The 2016 budbreak was right on time, after several years of early onset; bloom occurred mid-May to early June. Summer brought consistent, moderate weather for optimal development of flavors across all varieties. Our precision timing in the vineyard became crucial during harvest, when we experienced a heat spike in mid-September. Through diligence in the vineyard and follow-through in the cellar, the finished wine shows great strength and aging potential. WINEMAKING NOTES:...

Notes:The best quality of each harvest, ultra Premium blend of Malbec and Cabernet Sauvignon. Selection of grapes from the best vineyards in Barrancas, handpicking in small boxes. Selection of French oak barrels, chosen and combined by the magic of our consultant Paul Hobbs. Complex, very elegant, deep red and great finesse and concentration denote his race. Magdalena Toso is our tribute to the mother of the founder of our winery.

Description: This complex yet well balanced wine presents an elegant style with hints of ripe plums and raspberry fruit. Gentle tannins and slightly toasted, spice and chocolate on the palate and a long, lingering focused finish. Winemaker’s Notes: 100% ESTATE GROWN FRUIT: This fine wine is produced using grapes grown in our own Estate located in Las Barrancas, Maipú. This zone is considered one of the best wine growing areas in Mendoza, well known for its climate and soil. Cold maceration...