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Reviews for 2024

July 2024 - Italy

July 2024 - Italy
This month's Wine feature is Italian Wines

Italy Reviews

Famiglia Rivetti 2019  Barolo DOCG
94 points
$54
Classic and delicious with dark flavors packed into a medium-bodied wine, albeit a bit tight right now; could use a couple hours decant or a few years in cellar to unfurl.
Cantina Zaccagnini 2021  Montepulciano dAbruzzo DOC
93 points
$18
Best Buy
A pizza and pasta wine for dining al fresco; tasty, nostalgia-filled happiness.
93 points $18 Best Buy
Lavis 2023  Pinot Noir
93 points
$19
Best Buy
For a leaner style of Pinot Noir this is beautiful; bright, crunchy red fruits highlighted by earthy mushroom and light herbs.
93 points $19 Best Buy
Famiglia Rivetti 2022  Nebbiolo
93 points
$27
A beautiful grape that makes a beautiful wine with a gentle and elegant touch from the wine maker.
Candoni NV Rosé Prosecco DOC
91 points
$16
Best Buy
A lovely wine for any summer occasion, with peach blossoms and a light sweetness with a pop of red berries; fun and easy drinking with just enough complexity to keep you coming back.
91 points $16 Best Buy
Villa Puccini 2022 Governo AllUSO Red Blend Toscana IGT
91 points
$16
Best Buy
An excellent choice for Super Tuscan and Cab drinkers alike.
91 points $16 Best Buy
Famiglia Rivetti 2020  Barbaresco DOCG
91 points
$49
Looking for some braised boar and some risotto to pair with this super classically styled Barbaresco.
Villa Puccini 2019 Red Blend Toscana IGT
90 points
$15
Best Buy
A charming entry level Super Tuscan where the Sangiovese shines but the Merlot adds a welcome touch of heft and defined fruits.
90 points $15 Best Buy
Candoni NV  Prosecco DOC
90 points
$16
Best Buy
A delicious and classic Prosecco with just a hint of sweetness to liven things up.
90 points $16 Best Buy
Candoni 2022  Chianti DOCG
88 points
$14
Best Buy
A quintessential pasta friendly Chianti.
88 points $14 Best Buy
Villa Puccini 2022  Vermentino
88 points
$15
Best Buy
A light summer wine that is refreshing and a good choice to pair with some seafood or perhaps a Cacio e Pepe.
88 points $15 Best Buy
Candoni NV  White Moscato
87 points
$16
A soft and slightly sweet sparkling white wine with gentle bubbles and a lingering finish.
Cantina Zaccagnini 2023  Pinot Grigio
87 points
$17
A crisp and refreshing Pinot Grigio that would pair well with a savory fruit salsa.
Candoni 2021  Pinot Noir
86 points
$13
Best Buy
Lean and refreshing with lovely tart red fruit; explore with your favorite pizza.
86 points $13 Best Buy
Villa Puccini 2021  Chianti Riserva DOCG
86 points
$16
An oak lovers Sangiovese with more than enough zip and zest to be a lovely pizza wine pairing.
Famiglia Rivetti 2023  Arneis
86 points
$21
A light, crisp white that gives Pinot Grigio a run for its money.
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