Italy Reviews

Light garnet color. Aromas of red licorice and peony with a tannic, lively, dry medium-to-full body and a refreshing, medium-long black licorice, allspice, dried raspberry, rosemary, and tobacco finish with cottony tannins. A fruity and well-structured Barolo with tannins built for the long haul; this is one to cellar until the finest occasion.

Bright ruby color. Clean, floral, fresh, fruity, herbal aromas and flavors of spray roses, dried cranberry, clove, and wild strawberry with a silky, crisp, dry-yet-fruity light body and a tingling, refreshing, buoyant finish with suggestions of rose wood, raspberry, orange zest, and blueberry with silky, soft tannins and a suggestion of oak flavor. A fresh, charming blend from Piedmont with lovely structure and pretty fruit and floral notes.

Black garnet color. Aromas of stewed plums, spray roses, herb garden, and sweet tobacco with a velvety, vibrant, fruity medium-to-full body and a complex, long dark chocolate, cherry-coconut bar, candied tangerine peel, sundried tomato, green almond, and mocha finish with well-integrated tannins and moderate oak flavor. A delicious and fruit-forward Amarone that should please any fan of the style.

Ruby color. Aromas and flavors of smoky clove, carob, thyme, crushed dried roses, and creme de cassis with a lightly tannic, vibrant, dry medium body and a smooth, interesting, medium-long finish with suggestions of hint of tobacco with well-integrated tannins and moderate oak flavor. A steak-friendly Barbaresco with enticing herbal notes and mouthfilling tannins.

Brown brick red color. Spicy aromas and flavors of spiced berries and nuts, toasted meringue with mint, and dried flower with a supple, vibrant, dry-yet-fruity medium-to-full body and a complex, long finish that shows notes of craisins and dried sour cherries, cedar cigar box, and earth with dusty, firm tannins and moderate oak flavor. A vibrant and pure Barolo that will be sensational with roasted meats.

Clear emerald straw color. Fruity aromas of lime cordial, orange candies, crushed pineapple, and dried thyme with a satiny, crisp, dry-yet-fruity light body and a smooth, interesting, medium-long wet stone, coriander, ripe apricot, and kumquat finish with no oak flavor. A lengthy and sophisticated Pinot Grigio that will be an excellent companion to fish.

Light garnet color. Aromas of fig paste, cherry jam, peony, pomegranate, tack room, and green beans with a slightly chewy, vibrant, dry-yet-fruity medium body and a tingling, interesting, medium-length red apple, plum, tar, and tobacco finish with grippy tannins and moderate oak flavor. A dry Nebbiolo with a beautiful floral, fruity nose.

Black garnet color. Aromas of rose, blueberry figs, geranium, watermelon, roasted beets, tanned leather, and molasses with a round, crisp, fruity medium-full body and an effortless, interesting, medium-length salted nuts and sweet red peppers finish with medium tannins and moderate oak flavor. A bold, earthy red with intriguing caramelized notes and juicy fruit flavors.

Black garnet color. Interesting aromas and flavors of cherry-vanilla gelato, rose petals, sundried tomato, and forest berries and floor with a round, vibrant, fruity medium-full body and an elegant, medium-long finish displaying overtones of compressed watermelon, marinated strawberries, and dark chocolate with well-integrated, chewy tannins and moderate oak flavor. A unique melange of flavors is found in this delicious wine.

Dark burnt sienna color. Elegant, mature aromas of rum drizzled fruit cake, leather, dried roses, watermelon candy, and dark chocolate shavings with a slightly chewy, lively, dry medium body and a warming, nuanced, medium-length salted nuts, caramel coated peanuts, molasses, and espresso grounds dusted fudge finish with light oak flavor. A nuanced Brunello with killer acidity; gracefully aged with a beautiful path ahead.

Straw color. Aromas and flavors of caramelized pear, yellow flowers, star anise, puff pastry with creme, beeswax, and peony with a satiny, vibrant, fruity medium body and a smooth, medium-length finish that shows notes of pez candies, lemon zest, and hourglass sand with a suggestion of oak flavor. A fresh Vernaccia with mouthwatering acidity; a nice pairing for buttery lobster.

Brick red color. Inviting aromas and flavors of baked berries, buttery caramel, and suede with a supple, vibrant, dryish medium body and an even, refreshing, medium-long finish revealing notes of dried cherries, cocoa-dusted nuts, wet cedar, and earth with chewy, dusty tannins and light oak flavor. A rock solid Barolo that will shine with a fine meal.

Black garnet color. Aromas and flavors of cologne, mint jelly, musk, and jasmine green tea with a chewy, vibrant, dry full body and a tingling, elaborate, very long finish with notes of lime leaf, cedar, violet, and cherry pits and almond stone with firm tannins and moderate oak flavor. A cellar-ready Montefalco that will explode with intensity and charm.

Ruby black color. Earthy aromas and flavors of cherries, waxy honeycomb, herb roasted tomato, and baking chocolate with a supple, vibrant, dry-yet-fruity medium-to-full body and a smooth, engaging, medium-long finish that presents accents of pomegranate and bark with well-integrated, dusty tannins and moderate oak flavor. A bright, delicious chewy Barolo that is drinking well now.

Bright black garnet color. Aromas of wet cedar and juniper, forest floor, smoked tomato and beets, and wild raspberry with a round, vibrant, fruity medium-to-full body and a smooth, intricate, long red and black licorice, leather, molasses glazed nuts, and charred meats finish with earthy, well-integrated tannins and moderate oak flavor. A mysterious and enticing Valpolicella fit for excellent meals.

Bright garnet black color. Minerally aromas and flavors of spiced plums, cedar, cherry liqueur, rhubarb compote, and aniseed with a velvety, crisp, fruity medium-to-full body and a tingling, intriguing, breezy finish with suggestions of leather, figs, balsamic glaze, and poached apricot with well-integrated, medium tannins and moderate oak flavor. A solid Ripasso for casual pairing now with velvety tannins and an expressive character.

Brown brick red color. Vegetal aromas of minestrone, roasted beets, dried oregano and savory, black garlic, and black fig with a supple, vibrant, dryish light-to-medium body and an even, stimulating, medium-length basalt, black tea, and ground pepper finish with chewy, crunchy tannins and light oak flavor. A light-bodied, savory red with a big pop of food-friendly acidity.

Deep purple color. Fruity aromas and flavors of aromatic cherries, sweet pea blossom, ripe raspberries and blackberries, and spiced sun tea with a satiny, crisp, fruity medium-to-full body and a tingling, appealing, medium-length finish with accents of rosemary, geranium, tobacco, and leather with chewy tannins and light oak flavor. A bright and fruity Chianti for new world wine drinkers.

Yellow straw color. Aromas of pineapple, pear, and underripe muskmelon with a satiny, vibrant, dryish light body and a seamless, appealing, medium-length slate, alpine herbs, and sea spray finish with no oak flavor. A balanced, mineral-forward Vernaccia that will be a great aperitif or shellfish pairing.

Clear silvery emerald straw color. Fresh aromas of underripe apricot flesh and stone, cucumber salad, and freesia with a satiny, vibrant, fizzy, dryish light body and a breezy quartz finish with fruit tannins and no oak flavor. A crisp and refreshing Prosecco with poignant aromas and flavors.

Brilliant brushed amber color. Nutty aromas and flavors of roasted chestnut, salted toffee, cedar, seville oranges, and orange blossom with a round, vibrant, sweet medium-to-full body and a warming, engaging, medium-length finish with woody tannins and moderate oak flavor. An old-school Vin Santo that will bring you back to the old country.

Tomato bisque color. Aromas of grilled berries, roasted nuts, spiced berries with walnut skins, and mossy earth with an bright, medium-to-full body and an interesting, medium-to-long sea buckthorn and cardboard box of caramel chews finish. A fruity, chewy Italian red that will play nicely at the table

Bright brick red color. Candied, earthy, floral, green, herbal aromas and flavors of grilled sweet peppers, roasted beets, minestrone, and blueberry preserves with a tannic, vibrant, dry medium-full body and a warming, complex, medium-length finish that exhibits accents of oregano, crushed red pepper, dried cherries, and leather with well-integrated, medium, firm tannins and light oak flavor. A food-friendly, balanced and delicious Tuscan Cabernet with great earthy notes.

Bright ruby color. Floral, interesting, inviting, meaty, roasted aromas and flavors of roasted beets, minestrone, savory herbs, and balsamic vinegar with a lightly tannic, crisp, dry medium-full body and a warming, intricate, medium-length finish with notes of tomato water with firm tannins and light oak flavor. An earthy Super Tuscan with big acid; a cellar candidate.

Brilliant silver color. Aromas of nougat, wool, sea foam, minerals, and tinned peaches with a satiny, vibrant, effervescent, dryish light body and a breezy lemon chiffon and sea salt finish with no oak flavor. A cheery, crisp and stony Prosecco.

Dark dusty garnet color. Aromas and flavors of spiced cherry chutney, pomegranate, diced jalapeño, wild sour cherry pastry, and wintergreen with a satiny, crisp, dry-yet-fruity medium-to-full body and a warming, interesting, breezy finish evoking nuances of fertile earth, suede, and dried rose with firm tannins and moderate oak flavor. A spicy Super Tuscan with an herbal streak.

Black violet color. Sweet aromas and flavors of sweet goat cheese gelato, boysenberry compote, honey, buttercream, and rose hips with a satiny, lively, fruity medium body and a smooth, medium-length finish. A smooth and crowd-pleasing style makes this a solid choice for a red sipper; malbec fans need apply.

Nearly opaque dusty garnet color. Spicy, smoky, savory aromas and flavors of tobacco, dried jalapeño peppers, sundried tomato, and blackberry with a tannic, crisp, dry full body and a warming, complex, medium-long finish revealing suggestions of juicy berries with well-integrated, medium tannins and moderate oak flavor. A tidy and juicy Tuscan Cabernet with a wide variety of pairing possibilities.

Black violet color. Fruity aromas and flavors of acai, vanilla fondant, eucalyptus, and geranium with a velvety, crisp, off-dry medium-full body and a tingling, buoyant finish with accents of bacon jam with silky tannins and a suggestion of oak flavor. A bold, concentrated wine packed with fruity-sweetness and crowd-appeal.

Yellow straw color. Inviting aromas and flavors of white flowers, cherry blossom, sweet almond, apricot tart, and honey drizzled pears with a round, crisp, spritzy, fruity sweet light-to-medium body and a smooth, interesting, breezy finish with notes of candied ginger with no oak flavor. A light dessert sparkler for spiced desserts.

Clear white gold color. Fruity aromas of white peach and mango taffy with a satiny, crisp, dry-yet-fruity light-to-medium body and a smooth, medium-length sweet yogurt, lime zest, and underripe strawberry finish with soft, fruit tannins and no oak flavor. A friendly Pinot Grigio with elegant, plush fruit.

Clear yellow straw color. Buttery, fruity, fresh, floral, exotic aromas and flavors of lemon soufflé, sea shore, apple blossom, and ginger with a round, lively, dry-yet-fruity medium body and a warming, captivating, medium-length finish with notes of Greek yogurt, lemon supremes, and underripe raspberry with fruit tannins and no oak flavor. A clean and floral Malvasia for effortless shellfish pairings.

Clear yellow straw color. Creamy aromas of sweet lemon custard, puff pastry, lime pop, and peach stone with a round, crisp, fruity light-to-medium body and a seamless, medium-length lemon and lime zest, wet stone, white flowers, and juicy pineapple finish with no oak flavor. A clean and crisp Vernaccia with pure fruit flavors and cool minerality.

Straw color. Aromas of lemon soufflé, tart pear, and finger lime with a satiny, bright, dryish thin body and a polished, brisk slate and oregano finish with no oak flavor. A breezy Pinot Grigio quaffer for anytime sipping.

Steely pink color. Fruity aromas of raspberries in whipped cream, mandarin orange, lemon zest, and vanilla bean with a satiny, crisp, petillant, fruity light-to-medium body and a tingling, brisk orange sherbet finish with soft tannins and no oak flavor. A spritzy, refreshing rose for patio pounding.

Nearly opaque dusty garnet color. Floral, fresh, fruity, clean aromas and flavors of ripe plum, lavender, rosemary, black tea, and graphite with a supple, lively, dry-yet-fruity medium body and a tingling, delightful, brisk finish with notes of blueberry muffin, chocolate chunks, and lemon spritz with fruit, fine, soft, silky tannins and a suggestion of oak flavor. Juicy fruit flavors in this Negroamaro will attract Italian wine lovers and malbec fans alike; try with a slight chill for extra refreshment.

Silvery emerald straw color. Aromas of fruit cup, honeysuckle, and apricots in syrup with a syrupy, bright, frothy, sweet light-to-medium body and an effortless, medium-length watermelon candy and orange blossom finish with soft, fruit tannins and no oak flavor. A very sweet Moscato that would be a great choice for pouring atop fruits or sorbet.

Dark ruby color. Vegetal aromas of organic beets, tomato leaves, kidney beans, and cranberry sauce with a supple, vibrant, dryish medium body and a brisk herbs de Provence, charcoal briquettes, roasted turnip, and eucalyptus finish with earthy tannins and a suggestion of oak flavor. A savory Umbrian red with a distinctive old-world flair.

Steely pink color. Fruity aromas and flavors of white strawberry yogurt, melon, brazil nut, and hint of mossy earth with a supple, crisp, dry-yet-fruity medium body and a smooth, engaging, medium-long finish with impressions of sour cherry, kiwi, and wet balsa with no oak flavor. A bright and vivacious Italian rose that will liven up a salad and summer soiree.

Black ruby color. Aromas of leather, allspice, cigar box, oregano, and dried cherries with a satiny, vibrant, dryish medium body and a polished, cheery dark chocolate shavings, dandelion, and gentian finish with dusty tannins and moderate oak flavor. A food-friendly Chianti with wide appeal.

Yellow straw color. Aromas and flavors of shortcake, wet stone, basil, candied lime peel, and caramel corn with a silky, bright, dry-yet-fruity light body and a seamless, breezy finish with suggestions of cantaloupe rind. A table-ready Vernaccia for weeknight pairings.

Clear orange amber color. Candied, citrusy, fresh, fruity aromas and flavors of watermelon water, white raspberry, limestone, and peach iced tea with a lean, crisp, dry-yet-fruity light body and a smooth, fast finish evoking accents of apple skins with fine, fruit tannins and no oak flavor. A patio pounder rose.

Bright straw green color. Cheesy, citrusy, fruity, nutty aromas and flavors of lemon buttercream, egg white omelet, and green apples with a lean, crisp, dry-yet-fruity light body and a graceful, fast finish with notes of lemon drop candies, lime zest, and quartz with fruit tannins and no oak flavor. A tart and refreshing Gavi.

Dusty garnet color. Earthy aromas of wet straw, sweet tomato jam, incense, blackstrap molasses, red plum, peppermint, and lime candies with a lightly tannic, vibrant, dry medium body and a tingling, interesting, medium-length cherry pits and straw finish with grippy tannins. A very dry, old-school styled Barolo to wash down a rich meal.

Nearly opaque dusty ruby color. Floral, fresh, fruity, jammy aromas and flavors of boysenberry, fig, sawdust, coconut, vanilla, and raspberry leaf with a velvety, lively, dry-yet-fruity light-to-medium body and a tingling, brisk finish that presents notes of iron-rich soil and hoisin sauce with soft, silky tannins and a suggestion of oak flavor. Fresh and fruity red wine that is crowd pleasing.

Black violet color. Mature aromas of smoked plum and apple cider with a velvety, bright, very sweet medium-full body and a swift spiced plum butter, rhubarb compote, rosemary infused honey, and milk chocolate finish with silky tannins and light oak flavor. A rich choice for spicy fare or after dinner indulging.