If you find yourself at café table in Alto Adige around 6pm on a crisp, mountain, summer night, this is what you drink (well, if you’re not having a spritz). Vinous captures it nicely: The 2023 Kerner is delicately... Read More
Lower ABV In the 1970's, Arneis almost went extinct despite being the most important white grape in the Langhe. Luckily for us, a resurgence in interest for Piemonte whites saved Arneis and we get this expression from Ca'Viola.... Read More
Lower ABV
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... Read More
As always, an utterly delicious blend of Pinot Bianco, Chardonnay and a splash of Sauvignon Blanc delivers a compelling blend of richness and vivacity, fruit and minerality, and purity and power. Slow fermentation in cool stainless... Read More
Always one of our favorite Pinot Grigio’s for it's compelling blend of depth, richness, vibrancy and cut. It’s grown by the 143 member/farmers of the Terlano cooperative winery (founded 1893!), each paying lots... Read More
Lower ABV Italy is famous for having unique grape varieties that only love certain terroirs of Italy, and this 100% Biancolella is no different. Right off the coast of Naples, Biancolella shines on the volcanic island of Ischia.... Read More
Bellone was the dominant grape of this hills and valleys of Lazio, the region around Rome, in antiquity, made into a strong, sweet, nutty-brown wine consumed Roman elites at day-long symposia. After phylloxera, it was nearly wiped... Read More
Lower ABV Erbaluce is the historic grape of Canavese, the northern part of Piemonte just south of the entrance to Carema and the Valle d'Aosta. Remo Falconieri, now in his 80s, crafts a vibrant, zesty, youthful example. This... Read More
Lower ABV If you don’t know Arneis, then this is the perfect introduction to the white grape of Barolo and the sandier vineyards of the Roero hills next door. And if you do know Arneis and are used to paying $20-$25 for... Read More
Lower ABV If you don’t know Arneis, then this is the perfect introduction to the white grape of Barolo and the sandier vineyards of the Roero hills next door. And if you do know Arneis and are used to paying $20-$25 for... Read More
Lower ABV The kind of excellent value in all-purpose, clean, fresh, and delicious Pinot Grigio that's getting harder and harder to find. Importer Lia Tolaini-Banville sources fruit from across the Veneto and ferments it cool... Read More
Pecorino was the dominant white grape in the Marche for hundreds of years before it dwindled post-phylloxera in favor of more productive vines. Thought to be extinct, a few plants were rediscovered in the 1980s and today it's... Read More
Organic/BioLower ABV The benchmark producer of Abruzzo is run by founder Emidio Pepe’s mid-30s granddaughter, Chiara De Iulis Pepe, today with just as much success as ever. Their Trebbiano d’Abruzzo is hands down... Read More
Lower ABV Coda di Volpe held a prime place in the Roman vineyard and, after empire, picked up its current name because the long, gangly, grape bunches reminded growers of the tail of a fox. Libero Rillo at Fontanavecchia is helping... Read More
This is Libero Rillo's “fresh” Falanghina, going from vine to stainless steel to bottle with no oak and just a touch of time on the lees (spent yeast cells) to amplify the texture without diminishing the wine’s... Read More
Organic/BioLower ABV Welcome to white Pinot Noir! This sparkling wine specialists presses some of their Pinot Noir while cool, giving white juice that ferments dry in steel. The pretty aromas and flavors of white cherries, white... Read More
An “important” wine that delivers fully on its potential and price in 2023. For 50+ years, Jermann has been the benchmark for Friuli Venezia Giulia whites from the traditional Pinot Grigio to the pathbreaking Dreams... Read More
Organic/Bio There’s a reason that ever since we introduced you to this wine in 2012, it’s been the best-selling Pinot Grigio in the shop every single year. Bolzano’s Kaltern co-op winery’s growers tend... Read More
Lower ABV The Greeks brought Falanghina to the area around Naples and the Romans prized it for its blend of ripe fruit flavors and zesty acidity. From vines near the sea it gives something salty crisp, almost Albarino-like. From... Read More
Organic/BioLower ABV If you love Pet-Nat, then you'll love this. And, if you don't know about this hipster fizz yet (or haven't liked the funky ones you've tried so far), this is going to make you a fan! The phrase... Read More
Organic/Bio At just 37 years of age, this was Riccardo Baldi’s 19th commercial vintage, and it’s pretty clear from this stellar 2022 that practice has very much made perfection. From 100% organic grapes fermented in... Read More
One of the more brilliant Italian white wines we've tasted in recent years, but all too limited. It’s from a remarkable vineyard planted in 1974 on a small hillside plot where lots of limestone mixes in with Jesi's... Read More
Imagine the saltiness of Albarino and the weight of a White Rhone and you'll have a good sense of what Petite Arvine is all about! This ancient grape originates from the Swiss Alps and still calls the Alps home thanks to its... Read More
Organic/BioLower ABV
This is refreshing, delicious and full of flavor, bursting with white citrus, crunchy pear, a hint of crushed mint and vibrant stony minerality plus a hint of toast on the long, mouthwatering finish. And... Read More
OrganicLower ABV The Veneto is best known for Corvina-based reds like Amarone or Valpolicella and the light Bardolino reds from around Lake Garda. But small growers working in the eastern part of the zone are doing something... Read More
Sign up for our newsletter to learn about special offers, classes, in-store tastings and more. You’ll receive 2-3 emails per week and never miss out on super savings, unique bottlings, and chances to learn about, taste and enjoy wine more!