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November 2018 - Italy

November 2018 - Italy
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Saracco 2017 Moscato dAsti DOCG
95 points
$16.99
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Saracco
2017 Moscato d'Asti DOCG
Silvery straw color. Aromas of acacia, turkish delight, honeysuckle, and peaches in cream with a round, vibrant, very sweet medium body and a smooth, involved, medium-long baby’s breath, mango lassi, pineapple confection, poured fondant, and candied pear finish. A very sweet, completely delicious Moscato that drapes that palate in opulence.
95 points $16.99 Best Buy
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Ruggeri 2017 Giustino B. Superiore Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore DOCG
95 points
$32.99
Ruggeri
2017 Giustino B. Superiore Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore DOCG
Silvery emerald straw color. Fresh aromas of finger lime, exotic flowers, candied pear, and bamboo with a fruity fat body and a layered, long turkish delight, wet stone, orange sherbet, and lily finish. A stylish Prosecco with intriguing minerality, memorable length, and kisses of sweetness.
95 points $32.99
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Azienda Uggiano 2011 Petraia Super Tuscan Toscano IGT
94 points
$38.99
Azienda Uggiano
2011 Petraia Super Tuscan Toscano IGT
Black ruby color. Mature aromas of raisin, plum butter, wood-grilled mushroom, spearmint, compressed watermelon, lingonberry preserve, and coffee cake with an vibrant, dryish medium-to-full body and a warming, intriguing, medium-long sun dried tomato, cedar, graphite, and charcoal finish with firm tannins and moderate oak flavor. A lovely Super Tuscan that delivers a mature, savory streak alongside its friendly fruits.
94 points $38.99
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Ruggeri NV Gialloro Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore DOCG
93 points
$19.99
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Ruggeri
NV Giall'oro Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore DOCG
Emerald straw color. Aromas and flavors of sliced apples, underripe nectarine, gravel, raw pistachio, and custard with a supple, crisp, effervescent, dryish light body and a silky, captivating, carefree finish revealing notes of freshly peeled orange. This is a showstopper example of the heights that DOCG Prosecco can reach, showing off a serious and dry palate to complement its natural fruity qualities, and a finish that goes on for days.
93 points $19.99 Best Buy
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Jermann 2017 Sauvignon Blanc
93 points
$30
Jermann
2017 Sauvignon Blanc
Straw green color. Aromas of grapefruit marmalade with butter on toast, meyer lemon, lime leaf, and tomato vine with a round, lively, fruity medium body and an engaging, medium-long white grapefruit, ripe papaya, sea salt, magnolia, and lemon custard finish. A very concentrated Sauvignon Blanc with an outgoing personality.
93 points $30
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642º 2016 Maremma Toscana DOC
92 points
$17.99
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642º
2016 Maremma Toscana DOC
Violet color. Herbal aromas and flavors of dill pickles, bergamot, pickled watermelon rind, mulberry chutney, and mango lassi with a slightly chewy, lively, dryish medium body and a smooth, complex, medium-long finish that exhibits touches of cocoa powder, dried blueberry, and shortbread with crunchy tannins. An herbal, vibrant red from Tuscany that will likely emerge from a long period in the cellar as an fascinating treat.
92 points $17.99 Best Buy
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Cielo 2015 Centanni Ripasso della Valpolicella DOC
92 points
$18.99
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Cielo
2015 Cent'anni Ripasso della Valpolicella DOC
Dusty garnet color. Complex aromas and flavors of sandalwood, autumn leaves, mulberry, saffron, and fine cigars with a round, fruity medium body and a warming, layered, long finish with touches of smoked meats, cranberry mostarda, candied ginger, chocolate with balsamic reduction, and espresso with light oak flavor. A generous, sultry Ripasso that rewards that selective wine drinker.
92 points $18.99 Best Buy
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Armatura 2015 Marche Rosso IGT
92 points
$22.99
Armatura
2015 Marche Rosso IGT
Dusty black violet color. Complex aromas and flavors of beets, roasted sunflower seeds, dried berries, dark chocolate coated espresso bean, pickled plum, almond bark, and harissa with a slightly chewy, vibrant, dryish medium-full body and a smooth, elegant, medium-long finish with chewy tannins and moderate oak flavor. An outgoing, roasty Italian blend with lots of appeal.
92 points $22.99
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Allegrini 2014 Palazzo Della Torre Red Blend Veronese IGT
91 points
$22
Allegrini
2014 Palazzo Della Torre Red Blend Veronese IGT
Ruby color. Savory aromas and flavors of marinated beef, pickled beets with dill, and white bean spread with berry chutney with a satiny, vibrant, dryish full body and an amusing, medium-long finish with accents of cumin and dark chocolate with firm tannins. A savory Italian red with an upright posture and dry appeal.
91 points $22
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Papale 2014 Primitivo di Manduria
91 points
$24.99
Papale
2014 Primitivo di Manduria
Sedimentary black garnet color. Aromas of strawberry, cedar, plum pudding, allspice, and aged cinnamon with a velvety, vibrant, off-dry medium-to-full body and a smooth, appealing, medium-length sweet baked berry compote and croissant with plum butter finish with medium tannins and moderate oak flavor. A rich, toasty Primitivo that will warm up cool evenings; vivid.
91 points $24.99
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Allegrini 2016 Valpolicella DOC
90 points
$22
Allegrini
2016 Valpolicella DOC
Deep purple color. Fruity aromas and flavors of ripe blackberry, strawberry candies, potted geranium, black tea, licorice, and ginger with a satiny, vibrant, dry-yet-fruity medium body and a smooth, compelling, medium-length finish that shows nuances of vanilla-chai latte with well-integrated tannins and light oak flavor. A light, bright and juicy Valpolicella that will be entirely gulpable with salumi and great friends.
90 points $22
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Cielo 2014 Centanni Amarone della Valpolicella DOCG
90 points
$34.99
Cielo
2014 Cent'anni Amarone della Valpolicella DOCG
Black garnet color. Spicy aromas and flavors of dried cranberry, fresh chicory coffee, melon, pine, caraway, and paprika with a vibrant, fruity medium-to-full body and a warming, delightful, medium-long finish with notes of cola and caramel corn with dusty tannins and moderate oak flavor. A spicy, bright Amarone to accompany savory steak.
90 points $34.99
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Martin Ulisse 2017 Montepulciano dAbruzzo DOC
89 points
$11.99
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Martin Ulisse
2017 Montepulciano d'Abruzzo DOC
Garnet black color. Aromas of wild raspberry, black cassis, pomegranate, white chocolate, and key lime confection with a satiny, lively, fruity medium-to-full body and a breezy tropical iced tea finish with medium tannins. A bright and juicy Montepulciano.
89 points $11.99 Best Buy
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Giancarlo Ceci 2017 Parco Naturale Red Blend Castel del Monte DOC
89 points
$12.99
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Giancarlo Ceci
2017 Parco Naturale Red Blend Castel del Monte DOC
Deep purple color. Aromas and flavors of berry chutney, beet salad, fig, leather, and carnation with a slightly chewy, vibrant, dry medium-full body and a polished, medium-long finish that shows accents of tar and fertile earth with firm tannins and moderate oak flavor. A firmly structured red that will stand the test of time.
89 points $12.99 Best Buy
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La Marca NV Prosecco DOC
89 points
$18
La Marca
NV Prosecco DOC
Straw color. Tropical aromas of pineapple sorbet, key lime, and baby’s breath with a satiny, crisp, effervescent, fruity light-to-medium body and a warming, delightful, medium-length pineapple upside down cake finish with no oak flavor. A fabulously fruity Prosecco that is pairable and wide-appealing; fun!
89 points $18
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12 e Mezzo 2015 Primitivo del Salento IGP
88 points
$14.99
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12 e Mezzo
2015 Primitivo del Salento IGP
Garnet black color. Aromas of vanilla cream cheese danish, raspberry sorbet, prune, and campfire with a slightly chewy, vibrant, fruity medium-to-full body and a warming, amusing, medium-length dark chocolate, dried figs and dates, and parsley salad finish with medium tannins and moderate oak flavor. A bold Primitivo with lots of vanilla-centric oak and bursts of berry notes.
88 points $14.99 Best Buy
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La Marca NV Collezione Prosecco DOC
88 points
$20
La Marca
NV Collezione Prosecco DOC
Straw green color. Fruity aromas and flavors of sweet apple and pear medley, icing sugar, and lychee with a satiny, crisp, effervescent, fruity light body and a smooth, easy finish with notes of underripe peach with no oak flavor. A crisp Prosecco that serves as a friendly aperitif.
88 points $20
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Jermann 2016 Pinot Grigio
88 points
$30
Jermann
2016 Pinot Grigio
Yellow straw color. Aromas and flavors of underripe strawberry, smoked sea buckthorn, birch, and yellow apple with a velvety, crisp, dry-yet-fruity light-to-medium body and a smooth, engaging, medium-length finish that shows elements of celery root, apricot chutney, and green beans with no oak flavor. An intriguing pinot grigio with earthy appeal and unique style; pair with care.
88 points $30
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Barefoot Bubbly NV Prosecco DOC
86 points
$9.99
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Barefoot Bubbly
NV Prosecco DOC
Silvery straw color. Fruity, attractive aromas of peach taffy, vanilla poured fondant, tuberose, and chalk with a satiny, crisp, effervescent, moderately sweet light-to-medium body and a smooth, medium-length almond brittle and glazed fruit finish with no oak flavor. A lightly sweet, effervescent charmer that will be a nice pairing with spicy, Calabrian pepper spiced dishes.
86 points $9.99 Best Buy
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Giancarlo Ceci 2017 Parco Naturale White Blend Castel del Monte DOC
86 points
$12.99
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Giancarlo Ceci
2017 Parco Naturale White Blend Castel del Monte DOC
Golden straw color. Aromas and flavors of lemon bar, corn cakes, dried fruits in honey, and jasmine with a satiny, bright, dryish light-to-medium body and a sleek, cheery finish revealing notes of underripe pear and apricot stone with no oak flavor. An anytime white that covers a lot of bases.
86 points $12.99 Best Buy
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12 e Mezzo 2015 Negroamaro del Salento
86 points
$14.99
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12 e Mezzo
2015 Negroamaro del Salento
Dusty black garnet color. Aromas and flavors of baked blackberry, carob, chocolate pie crust, and aromatic barks with a satiny, crisp, fruity medium body and a smooth, medium-length finish with elements of gingerbread and bread pudding with figs with light oak flavor. A substantial Negroamaro with lots of pairing possibilities.
86 points $14.99 Best Buy
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Azienda Uggiano 2017 Vermentino
86 points
$18.99
Azienda Uggiano
2017 Vermentino
Golden straw color. Savory aromas of artichoke hearts, overripe peach, stewed tomato, banana puree, bruised apple, parmesan, and lemon cream sauce with a satiny, vibrant, dryish medium body and a graceful, breezy jicama and marigold finish with no oak flavor. An Italian white best served with vegetarian entrees.
86 points $18.99
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Ruggeri NV Argeo Treviso Prosecco di Treviso DOC
85 points
$15.99
Ruggeri
NV Argeo Treviso Prosecco di Treviso DOC
Pale straw green color. Aromas of ripe peach, honey, pear tart, and honeysuckle with a supple, fizzy, dryish light body and a smooth, captivating, medium-length lime and bitter almond finish with no oak flavor. A citrusy prosecco that will be a good aperitif option.
85 points $15.99
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Martin Ulisse 2017 Trebbiano dAbruzzo DOC
84 points
$11.99
Martin Ulisse
2017 Trebbiano d'Abruzzo DOC
Golden straw color. Aromas of gooseberry, green apple, parmesan, roasted plantain, and straw with a satiny, bright, dry-yet-fruity light body and a tingling, brisk lemon slices and green fig finish. A solid Italian white for casual dinners.
84 points $11.99
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