The “Vernaccia” in the winery name is a reference to the traditional wine of this part of Sardinia – a lightly fortified, Sherry-like, wine named for Sardinia’s version of Vernaccia. A small group of growers... Read More
Lower ABV Christian Bellei is, as Vinous said recently, one of the true Lambrusco di Sorbara masters. A 4th generation Lambrusco maker, Bellei continues his father's innovation of making Lambrusco in the Champagne method -... Read More
Lower ABV As The New York Times reported a few years ago, Do not let its bad reputation fool you. Good Lambrusco is joyous and delicious, and it goes wonderfully with salumi, pork dishes, rich pastas and pizzas. This is a fine... Read More
One of the most deliciously exciting Italian white wines we’ve tried in a long while, this blend of Pinot Bianco, Chardonnay and a splash of Sauvignon Blanc delivers a compelling blend of richness and vivacity, fruit and... Read More
As Wine Advocate said in their 93 point review of the 2021: "Here's a wine to stock in your refrigerator for easy access when needed." One taste, and you'll discover the need recurs frequently.
Always one of our favorite Pinot Grigio’s has and even more compelling blend of depth, richness, vibrancy and cut in 2023. It’s grown by the 143 member/farmers of the Terlano cooperative winery (founded 1893!), each... Read More
DC-based Capitoline created this widely delicious and complex vermouth from Santa Barbara, California, rose plus 13 botanicals including clove, nutmeg, Seville orange, rosemary, sage, and coriander. It's dark and spicy, with... Read More
Although they don't say more than California white, we think the base here has some Roussanne in it giving this a super luxurious texture and mouthfeel. With saffron, Meyer lemon, rose petals, cardamom, chamomile, fresh tarragon,... Read More
Here's a fun twist! Essentially, this is a Negroni in a bottle, but at a lower alcohol level. Instead of mixing gin, Campari and vermouth, Cappelletti has made a single, wine-based, blend flavored with the things that make... Read More
Organic/Bio Wine Advocate (93 points) called this “great value” at $21 – it’s even better at this deal! It’s from the high, hot, plains of Jumilla in southern Spain where Monestrell (called Mourvedre... Read More
A very old style of Barolo winemaking, this is 100% Nebbiolo that is pressed off when the fermentation is nearly done and then poured over the skins of Barbera left from that wine’s pressing. After a couple of hours, the... Read More
Once again, a terrfic value! Dark black raspberry, plum, purple flowers, cocoa powder and dusty mineral scents are just some of the aromas showing on the complex nose. As in past releases, there's plenty of dark raspberry... Read More
Canniaolo has been growing in Chianti for a long time - maybe longer than Sangiovese - but it probably would have gone extinct in the 20th century if not for the legal requirement that Chianti Classico had some other red grapes... Read More
In the estate's 40 year history, the family has only made a Riserva nine times. The 2015 edition is one of the greats, powerful and intense and built to unwind with grace for decades.
Lower ABV There’s a reason Montepulciano is Italy’s second-most planted grape (after Sangiovese and just ahead of Barbera). It makes a terrific all-purpose red, a wine showing plenty of dark plum and black cherry fruit... Read More
Lower ABV This does just what good Languedoc Chardonnay is supposed to do: give you a nice dollop of Chardonnay varietal flavors with no oak or butter to get in the way of thirst-quenching delight. You’ll enjoy the sliced... Read More
The hills above Carcassonne enjoy full-on Languedoc sunshine and heat but also the kind of cool sea breezes that help shapes Bordeaux. The grapes are “Mediterranean” Grenache and Syrah and “Atlantic” Cabernet... Read More
The second wine of Margaux’s Chateau Boyd-Cantenac. The history of this estate dates back to 1754 when nobleman Jacques Boyd bought a property which included some vineyards in the commune of Cantenac (hence the name). Chateau... Read More
The 3rd wine of this 2nd growth estate comes from younger vines and is mainly Merlot with just a touch of new French oak. Lovely aromas of red fruit and spice with a silky mid-palate and velvet finish that sustains nicely. Ready... Read More
Vines were already planted here in 1466 when Jehan de Las Symas purchased them from a neighbor based in Saint Emilion (just a few miles away). Today Jean de Boigne continues his family's 160+ year stewardship of the grapes... Read More
A hidden gem in Margaux, the property's name translates as sing to the moon, which is what Jose Sanfins was doing when he purchased this small plot of vines while promising to maintain them as a independent estate. It's... Read More
The best Bourgogne Rouge in the shop right now, one of the best we’ve found in years, and a terrific value to boot. Caroline Fyot and Alexia Russo worked in luxury products and finance in Paris before deciding to move to... Read More
Sometimes the trick to making something traditional is to do something not very traditional at all. Classic Provençal rosé is light, airy, full of tangy berry fruit and refreshing wild herb flavors, and all the way... Read More
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