Italy

Golden yellow in color with ripe apple, pear, and apricot aromas hovering above notes of wild flowers and honey. Medium bodied with a generous smack of minerality, this wine is perfect with pasta primavera, grilled seafood, or sliced prosciutto, asiago, and fresh crusty bread. Salut! - Winery

VARIETAL + REGIONS: parkling wine consumption in the US continues to grow rapidly. At the head of that growth curve is Prosecco, a sparkling white wine from northeastern Italy (specifically the Veneto and Friuli-Venezia Giulia wine regions). Prosecco is also the informal name for the grape variety used to make these wines, which is now known as Glera. ABOUT THE WINE: Lot 50 is made from grapes harvested in the southeastern Veneto from cordon-trained vines planted in alluvial soils. After a...

Summary:The name “Le Tense” originated during the domination of the Swiss Three Grey Legions from 1512-1797. The best vineyards were “tense”; protected by the guardians of the vines, the “arbostrari.”Terroir: The Nino Negri Le Tense is sourced from 20 acres of vineyards from the top crus of the Sassella subzones of Minè, Longini and Chiesa Sassella which are home to some of Valtellina's oldest vineyards. Situated at elevations above 1200 feet these steep, terraced vineyards are made up of...

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%** Only 4 in Stock **

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...

Terroir:Nino Negri Quadrio is sourced from the finest estate vineyards within the Valtellina Superiore DOCG. These south facing hillside vineyards sit at elevations above 1,100 feet and consist of soils of gravel, loose sand and silt.Vinification:Grapes are allowed to hang until ultra-ripe and are finally harvested in early to mid October. The wine is traditionally vinified seeing 10 days of maceration on the skins followed by a cold fermentation in stainless steel. The wine is matured for 18...

Notes:With a garnet-brick color; the wine shows complex aromas of cloves, cinnamon and pepper with plum jam, raisins and tar notes. On the palate, the wine has a dry, warm, full-bodied character, austere from its prominent acidity yet harmonious, with an elegant finish, and roasted hazelnut and licorice traces. Alcohol: 14.5% ** Only 3 in Stock **

Summary:Produced only in the best years, Nino Negri's flagship wine 5 Stelle Sfursat di Valtellina is made from the regions finest selections of Chiavennasca (Nebbiolo). Terroir:Sfursat “5 Stelle” is sourced from estate vineyards in the higher elevations of the Inferno, Grumello and Valgella sub-zones sitting on southeast exposures at elevations over 1200 feet. Vines are densely planted and tended using the archetto variation of the Guyot system, which further limits yields. Vinification:Nino...

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 4 in Stock **

Notes: Merlot grape pomace is selected and collected immediately after pressing, when it is fresh and soft. Artisanal batch-method distillation ensures the essence of the grape with remain present in the final grappa. Production is limited to the individual year’s harvest. On the nose, it conjures the aroma of ripe fruit and recalls the smell of grape must being pressed. Pure, soft and round with notes of rose petals and soft cherry.

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 9 in Stock **

Description: The new rosé interpretation by Famiglia Pasqua is a fine blend created from the most noble native varietals like Corvina and Trebbiano di Lugana and varietals like Syrah and Carmenère. The name 11 MINUTES refers to the duration of the skin contact, the pressing of grapes: the full load of grapes is very softly pressed. In this optimal length of time we extract the most noble qualities of the grapes and obtain the slightly rosy shade that characterize this wine. Once the precious...

Pillastro Primitivo: And we can’t imagine a better place to start exploring than with Pillastro Primitivo. This Puglian stunner is a hit with all who taste it, boasting more than 60 honors in its award pedigree and tons of Favorite clicks from our customers. This wine’s cachet is hardly surprising when you consider the source: Angelo Maci is a three-time Vinitaly Winemaker of the Year whose estate, Cantine due Palme, has been named Southern Italian Winery of the Year three times at the same...

Notes: Angelo Maci’s ‘Gold Selection’ Pillastro has quite the awards pedigree, including a Best in Class nod from the International Wine and Spirit Competition, where judges raved about its “lovely definition of fruit,” and “excellent structure.” You’re in for a serious treat with Angelo’s latest release – one sip and you’ll understand why he’s been named Southern Italian Winemaker of the Year three times at Vinitaly. Handcrafted with chocolatey, old-vine Primitivo grapes sourced from Angelo’s...

Notes:Intense ruby red in color with violet nuances. The nose is complex and broad with fine fragrances and evolved elegant fruit and sweet and woody spices. The taste is dry, full-bodied, almost rugged, intense and persistent.Color: Red Grapes: 100% Montepulciano d’Abruzzo Soil: Medium texture, clayey and limestone Age of Vines: 25 Years old Altitude: 250-280 m above sea level Aspect: East Training System: Pergola Yield per Hl/Ha: 100 h/ha Fermentation: The grapes are handpicked and soft...

ESTATE: The Podere Casisano is located in the heart of Montalcino, surrounded by spectacularly beautiful vineyards and majestic olive trees. It was first founded in 1990 and subsequently purchased by the Tommasi family of Amarone fame in 2015 to become part of the Tommasi Family Estates, a project that began in 1997 with the fourth generation of the Tommasi family at the helm. Their objective has always been to highlight and showcase the quality and diversity of Italian wines from all over...

Notes:A deep red with a full bouquet of aromas of black cherries, and berries with sweet spices, nutmeg and eucalyptus. Silky tannins, crisp acidity and flavorful long finish. Full bodied, wonderful structure. Grapes: 100% Sangiovese -from 16 different clones of the best Sangiovese vines Age of Vines: 15 years old Fermentation: In Stainless Steel Tanks, with approx. 20 days of skin contact Aging: 14 to 18 months in barrels and 6 month in bottle ** Organic Estate ** ** Only 8 in Stock ** ...

Notes: An enticing combination of black currant, black cherry, violet, cedar and cigar box flavors highlight. This intense, structured red, which needs some time to resolve the tannins, but this shows ample fruit and balance. Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Petit Verdot. Grapes: 70% Cabernet Sauvignon15% Petit Verdot15% Merlot

Notes:A traditional, easy to drink wine, which comes from a blend of Dolcetto grapes from the vineyards of the Einaudi estates which surround Dogliani. Born in the Einaudi vineyards positioned in the hills of San Luigi, Santa Lucia and Madonna delle Grazie in Dogliani. In the Dogliani area this traditional wine reaches its absolute best: of a ruby red colour, which tends toward violet with a rich fruity bouquet, full bodied with an intense aroma of undergrowth and a pleasantly tannic taste,...

Notes: Ruby to garnet red in color with a bouquet of dried violets and leather. Intense flavors of black cherry and tobacco with a complex and lasting finish. Color: Red Grapes: 100% Sangiovese Soil: Clay and marl Altitude: 250 m above sea level Aspect: SouthWest Training System: Cordone Speronato Fermentation: In stainless steel for 20 days with frequent delestage Aging: 24-30 months in Slavonian oak barrels, followed by 6 months in stainless steel and 12 months in bottle. ...

To the Prugnolo Gentile grapes, which characterize the Montepulciano area, we dedicate the most attentive care because they express the full potential of a territory with a rich wine history. The result is our Vino Nobile di Montepulciano, structured, enduring, with intense aromas that faithfully represent its Tuscan origins and the ancient bond between land, man, and culture. Variety:85% Prugnolo Gentile15% Colorino, Canaiolo e MerlotAging: About 14-16 months in wood barrels. Two thirds in...

Notes: The Corvina gives spiciness and cherry aromas, Corvinone gives glycerine and vibrant freshness, Rondinella adds delicate fruit and light floral aromas whilst Oseleta provides colour and robust tannins. Blend:35% Corvina35% Corvinone23% Rondinella7% Oseleta

VINIFICATION: After the grapes are selected the juice is fermented until it reaches 7% alcohol. Then the grape's natural sugar content is preserved by refrigeration in order to give the wine its unique sweet and aromatic characteristics. COLOR: Straw-yellow with golden reflections. BOUQUET: Fruity and very inviting, with intense scents of peaches and exotic fruit. PALATE: Refreshing and delicately sweet with hints of stone fruit on the finish. FOOD PAIRINGS: Try it with spicy food or with...

TASTING NOTES: Color: ruby red with garnet red nuances. Bouquet: intense and complex, of ripe berries (raspberry, blackberry), and jam (plum), with a clear, spicy, vanilla aroma and with balsamic notes at the end. Taste: dry, warm, soft, tannic, persistent, made round by its toasted notes. Suggested pairings: meat, braised beefroast and mature cheeses. Varietal: 100% PrimitivoVineyard age: 35-50 years oldAgeing: 12 months in French oak barriques (Allier)Alcohol: 15% ...

Notes: Highly aromatic nose bursting with red fruit aromas. Raspberry, cranberry, and dried herbs framed in lithe tannins on the palate. Medium bodied with a crispy acidity, a perfect pair for savory, rich foods. Color: RedGrapes: 100% MontepulcianoSoil: Sand and clayAltitude: 200 m above sea levelAge of Vines: 10-25 years oldYield per Hl/Ha: 60 Hl/HaFarming practices: SustainableYeast: IndigenousFermentation vessel: Stainless steelAging: 12 months in stainless steelProduction: 12.000 bottles ...

Variety: Nebbiolo 1st vintage: 1965 Harvesting period: October Vinification:Destemmed and crushedThermo-controlled fermentation at a temperature of 30°C (85°F)Average time of maceration: 7-10 daysMalolactic Fermentation in November in oak barrels Aging: two years in oak barrels of 25hl and 50 hl Longevity media of wine: over 20 years Tasting notesColor: garnet red.A bouquet with traces of licorice and tobacco.Full flavored, full-bodied and elegant. Notes on wine and food pairing:Noble and...

Variety: Nebbiolo 1st vintage: 1965 Harvesting period: October Vinification:Destemmed and crushedThermo-controlled fermentation at a temperature of 30°C (85°F)Average time of maceration: 7-10 daysMalolactic Fermentation in November in oak barrels Aging: two years in oak barrels of 25hl and 50 hl Longevity media of wine: over 20 years Tasting notesColor: garnet red.A bouquet with traces of licorice and tobacco.Full flavored, full-bodied and elegant. Notes on wine and food pairing:Noble and...

Risata® Moscato d’Asti is the No. 1 selling Moscato d’Asti in America. Seductively sweet, boasting juicy stone fruit, tart citrus and floral honey flavors. The wine is fresh and fragrant. Enjoy with appetizers, Spicy Asian dishes, toasted hazelnuts or tiramisu. CHARACTERISTICS:Color: Bright, straw, with light frizzante. Nose: Fresh, bright citrus aromas with floral hints. Palate: Slightly sweet with delicate flavors of peach and apricot. FOOD PAIRINGS: Enjoy with appetizers, spicy Asian...

Everyone's favorite Riunite. This lively red wine with a forthright fruitiness, tingle and quaffability that bursts in the mouth is a charming complement to all your favorite ethnic foods such as Indian, Spanish, Chinese, or even burgers. Riunite is best-served chilled and is a popular thirst quencher at picnics, the beach, and at all casual social events. - Winery

Blending premium Lambrusco and Lancellotta grapes with delicious natural raspberry flavor makes Riunite Raspberry a wonderfully refreshing, casual wine. - Winery

DESCRIPTION:Roscato is a range of irresistible high-quality wines from Northern Italy. Whether you are a fan of sweet, rich, bold or soft & silky wines, Roscato offers the perfect complement to any cuisine.Roscato Dark is the newest addition to the Roscato range. This still blend of Northern Italian grapes is rich and bold while still offering a pleasing, well-balanced taste with soft tannins. With marked overtones of black fruits (blackberry and plum) combined with hints of coffee and...

Roscato is an irresistible, delicately sweet, gently fizzy red wine from the northern Italian region of Lombardy. Made from three native grape varieties grown in this beautiful region for centuries – Croatina, Teroldego and Lagrein – Roscato makes a wonderful aperitif and is also incredibly food-friendly.Roscato seamlessly combines a long-held grape growing tradition with the flair of modern winemaking techniques and style. The result is a wine of enticing character that perfectly...

DESCRIPTION:Roscato is an irresistible range of high-quality wines from Northern Italy. Whether you are a fan of sweet, rich, bold or soft & silky wines, Roscato offers a perfect complement to any cuisine.Roscato Smooth is the newest addition to the Roscato range. This still blend of Northern Italian grapes is light, soft and silky and while offering a pleasing, well-balanced taste, with velvety tannins. With marked overtones of red fruits flavors (raspberry and cherry) combined with hints of...

Color: Ruby redAroma: At the nose Chianti Ruffino features an impact of delicate yet steady floreal notes of violet as it is typical of the Sangiovese wines. Tasting profile: Medium-bodied, Chianti Ruffino is characterized by a marvelous freshness that makes Chianti Ruffino a very pleasant and easy to drink wine. Persistent fruity sensations feature a long aftertaste.A young yet historical wine, which can be perfectly matched with a wide variety of traditional Tuscan and Italian dishes. -...

VINEYARDS: Grape sourcing: Selected from Ruffino’s Gretole and Santedame estates, located in the heart of Castellina in ChiantiSoils: Hilly land with poor, rocky, galestro soils of mixed clay and sandMicroclimate: Characterized by hot, dry summers with high diurnal temperature swings, which allow for optimal grape maturationAltitude: 820–1,300 feet above sea levelSun exposure: Predominantly south, southwest, and southeastGrowing system: Cordon-trained Age of vineyards: 15–25 yearsVine density:...

Color: Intense ruby redAroma: This complex wine is characterized by sweet cherry and red berry fruit notes with delicately spiced hints of tobacco, leather, cedar, white pepper and a touch of flint.Tasting profile: Riserva Ducale Chianti Classico Riserva is well balanced on the palate, with velvety tannins, firm acidity, and a lingering finish of rosemary and figs. Its structure will allow it to age for two to five years, if not longer. - WineryGRAPE VARIETIES:80% Sangiovese20% Merlot and...

Colour: Straw yellowAroma: Intense, clean notes of meadow flowers, pears and pleasant hints of golden apple. The bouquet is fresh and fragrant, yet complex, showing refined notes of sage and mint, with a nice touch of mineralinty typical of Pinot Grigio.Tasting profile: On the palate, this wine is medium-bodied with an elegant structure, offering fresh, crisp acidity with notes of lemon and safe on the finish. Excellent paired alongside seafood, grilled chicken or a summer salad. - Winery ...

TASTING NOTES:Color: Ruby red with violet huesAroma: Intense and intriguing on the nose. Notes of ripe cherries, plums, and blackberries typical of Sangiovese fade into hints of sweet tobacco, mint, and spices imparted by the Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot.Tasting profile: Full bodied with a modern style, this wine is rich with silky tannins and a long finish of vanilla and red berry. The mouthfeel is pleasant and fresh as Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Merlot weave together with finesse,...

TASTING NOTES:Color: Ruby red with violet huesAroma: Intense and intriguing on the nose. Notes of ripe cherries, plums, and blackberries typical of Sangiovese fade into hints of sweet tobacco, mint, and spices imparted by the Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot.Tasting profile: Full bodied with a modern style, this wine is rich with silky tannins and a long finish of vanilla and red berry. The mouthfeel is pleasant and fresh as Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Merlot weave together with finesse,...

Tasting Notes: Ruffino Moscato d’Asti is pleasantly sweet and fragrant with distinct notes of peach and orange blossoms. The wine is perfectly tempered by the freshness of its refined bubbles, accompanied by hints of elderberry and wisteria, with a sweet white fruit finish. Pairing Suggestions: Moscato d’Asti’s low alcohol makes for a very versatile food companion. It also pairs well with almost any type of dessert. The classic Moscato pairing in Italy is with fresh bread,...

TASTING NOTES:Ruffino Sparkling Rosé is fresh and fragrant with notes of strawberry and slight hints of rose petals. On the palate this wine has elegant bubbles and refreshing acidity, offering alluring flavors of delicate red berries and white fruits that linger through the finish.PAIRING SUGGESTIONS:Serve well chilled, 45°– 48°F. Ideal as an aperitif, but also quite versatile as a food companion, pairing well with a variety of dishes including grilled fish, roasted chicken, and fresh...

Tasting Notes:Intense ruby red colour. Aroma: ripe forest fruits, blackberry conserve and notes of tobacco and leather. Broad, soft and persistent on the palate, with a spirit-steeped fruit finish.Food Pairing:Red meats, game, wild boar dishes, mature pecorino cheeses. ** Only 3 in Stock **

Winemaker's Notes:Deep ruby red color. Intense and persistent with the typical notes of sweet violet and wild red berries. An austere, full-bodied wine, with succulent tannins and fresh acidity. Enriched with an aromatic complexity that originates from a delicate dosing of wood.Pair with: grilled meats, roast pigeon, and rare carved beef.

Tasting Notes:Straw yellow in color, the wine shows delicate aromas of fruit and flowers along with notes of tropical fruit and orange blossoms. Fresh and supple on the palate, the wine is savory on the finish with a white fruit aftertaste. Alcohol: 12%

The color is an intense ruby red with faintly garnet tones. The initial aromatic sensations are sweetish and vanilla-like, typical of wines matured in barriques. The clean, ethereal bouquet then highlights Sangiovese’s spicy notes. On the palate we again find very wellintegrated oak which, however, soon gives way to hints of wild berry fruit preserve and to that nuance of spices we perceived on the nose. - Winery

Santa Margherita Pinot Grigio is the benchmark by which all other Pinot Grigios are judged. The wine boasts a fresh, clean fragrance that is followed by a crisp, refreshing flavor with hints of citrus fruits. This wine is well-structured and sophisticated, a perfect choice for entertaining! - Winery

Notes: Our delicate rose embodies the heritage and soul of the Tre Venezie region tucked in the northeastern corner of Italy. This brilliant aromatic wine has hints of red fruits and balance finish. Pairs perfectly with a wide array of your favorite foods from salads, appetizers, grilled meats, and a selection of cheeses.

Classification: Carignano del Sulcis DOC.Place of origin: Exclusively carignano grapes from bush-growth and counter-espalier vineyards in the lower Sulcis area.Soil Composition: Medium mixture, tending to loose, with clay, sand and limestone composition.Grape varieties: Carignano 100%. TASTING NOTES: Colour: Intense ruby red. Nose: Intense fruity scent with a final note of liquorice. Palate: An elegant wine, with good body in the mouth.MATCHINGS: Best matched with rich first courses and tasty...