Italy

Brunello di Montalcino was Italy's first wine to be accorded D.O.C.G. status, a testament to its aristocracy, balance and fabulous proclivity for aging. Under the direction of master winemakers, Banfi's Sangiovese grapes are transformed into a remarkable world-class wine, perhaps the most respected red of Italy. Learn More

Deep garnet red with the classic brick hues of nebbiolo. Warm and pervasive with hints of plum jam, small berries, and a touch of mint in the finish. Intense, full bodied, and well balanced between tannins and acidity with a slight aggressiveness that identifies the personality of the wine. After a few minutes of oxidation it exerts a pervasive warmth. Learn More

Stylistically Antano would be in the old school in winemaking terms - the lack of intervention in the winery, no barrique and no high-tech equipment. Learn More

Terlo Ravera is dominated by juicy, ripe berry fruit, leather, earthiness and spice. The firm tannic structure is supported by great acidity. Powerful, extracted, with a long-lasting finish this wine from a stellar vintage will age marvelously for years to come. Learn More

The usual intense color indicates a wine of great texture and intensity, followed by a fruity scent that is ripe and fresh at the same time, emphasized by classic balsamic and spicy hints. On the palate it is rich, dense, and full-bodied, with an exceptional tannic texture, dense and velvety, of great refinement, that extends throughout the mouth. The long finish concludes with a feeling of firmness and finely spiced hints. Learn More

From Nerello Mascalese grapes, harvested in the first ten days of October, Cuordilava is born, with a ruby red color, which presents a bouquet of small red fruits accompanied by spicy notes that blend with typical hints of undergrowth.

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Quintarelli rarely produces its tempting and delicious Rosso del Bepi, and while under the radar, this Quintarelli bottling is a favorite among wine-lovers in the know. Learn More

Dark garnet-ruby color. A mix of small red fruits - raspberries,currants, cherries, rhubarb and pomegranate - with toffee andcola nut, beginning to show secondary characteristics.

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The sun-filled, early-maturing 2011 vintage perfectly expresses the qualities of Ornellaia. The wine appears an intense, youthful fruit that is fully ripe yet at the same time crisp and lively, backgrounded by delicate nuances of balsam and toastiness.

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Rich, textured, racy and complex, the ’08 Rosso del Bepi wafts from the glass with an explosion of berries, cherries, and figs, all complemented by incense, tobacco, cigar wrapper, umami and earth.

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Giuseppe Quintarelli Secco Ca' del Merlo 2017 is a remarkable red wine from the Veneto region in Italy. This wine is a blend of traditional grape varieties, including Corvina, Corvinone, Rondinella, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Nebbiolo. The 2017 vintage is known for its complexity, with layers of dark fruit, spice, and subtle floral notes.

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This Riserva from Sesti is rich, dark and full-bodied. From a beautifully warm and sunny vintage, the 2015 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Phenomena displays dark fruit, ripe cherry, tobacco, balsam herb and exotic spice. A mere 3,750 bottles were made. The wine is textured and velvety with fresh acidity and integrated tannins.

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Ruby red of great brilliance with a slight shimmer of pomegranate on the surface. First impression in the nose: rich in fruity notes of Amarena cherries, sour cherries and black currants, followed by elegant herbal nuances and fried pepper as well as coffee, vanilla bean and pink pepper.

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From the very top of the hill, the finest site in the Paje vineyard, and vines that are at least 60 years old, Crichet Paje is one of the great wines of Piedmont. The 2012 is surprisingly approachable, but don’t let that fool you. This is one for the long haul. If you let it age, it’s sure to blow you away. Astonishingly beautiful. If you can get hold of this, do so. Strictly limited to 6 bottles per customer. Learn More

Exquisite balance of ripe fruit and oak here, melding together nicely on the full-bodied palate with well-placed tannins that create a pleasant, velvety and fruity carpet that glides gently through the long finish. So well constructed and will be utterly delicious for a long while yet.

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