Tasting Notes: The Masseria Case Rosse Brutal!!! Eccentrico is a blend of Grecanico, Grecanico d'oro, Carricante and Catarratto grown on the north side of Mt. Etna 3 days of skin contact provides depth and vinification in... Read More
Tasting Notes:Inquieto, which translates to “restless”, is a testament to the efforts made in its production. This is a wine that is nuanced in aromas of tree bark, black berry, olives and tarragon. On the palate,... Read More
Tasting Notes: Santa Caterina is produced from Grenache grapes grown on an ancient vineyard estimated to be 140 years old sitting at 1000m in elevation. Similarly this wine ages in 500L barrels for a year before bottling. Less... Read More
Tasting Notes: It’s not hyperbolic to say that without the Mastroberardino estate, this “3rd ‘Noble’ Red wine of Italy” made from the Aglianico grape,might have been lost to time. They reinvigorated... Read More
Tasting Note: The Meroi Chardonnay is incredibly pure and focused, delivering beautiful aromas of citrus zest, Asian pear, white blossoms, smoky minerals and a lovely saline character. It shows a gorgeous oily texture, which... Read More
Tasting Notes: Utopia shows notes of lime and chamomile along with other herbs, thyme, and sage. Delicious with fried food, grilled fish, fish soup, and grilled swordfish. This Verdicchio Riserva ferments in concrete tanks. The... Read More
Tasting Notes: Neversink Apple Apéritif is Neversink Spirits’ interpretation of the French apéritif, Pommeau de Normandie, and is produced in Port Chester, NY, from 100% New York-grown apples. This decadent... Read More
Tasting Notes: A sparkling wine blend of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, QuattrocentoExtra Brut from Nicola Gatta is aged for 40 moons (just shy of 40 months) on the lees. With no sulfites, the wine is explosive on the palate with... Read More
Tasting Notes: Wine Lovers love Nebbiolo wine, usually associated with famous villages of Piemonte in Northern Italy. However, the Nino Negri Sfursat di Valtellina is a unique version of Nebbiolo wine that comes from the wine... Read More
Tasting Notes: The cold micro-climate results in a longer cycle of growth for the Nebbiolo seen in its intense ruby color with slight garnet highlights; complex aromas with hints of rose and violet evolving into spicy notes such... Read More
Tasting Notes: Nusserhof calls this wine TY since Alto-Adige has no official classification for Teroldego. With only 10 rows of 30-year-old vines and very low yields, this certified organic hand -harvest wine is a true rarity.... Read More
Estate History: References in the archives of Montefalco, the beautiful hill town in Umbria, document the presence of the Bea family in this locality as early as 1500. This tiny estate is the classic Italian fattoria, producing... Read More
Tasting Notes: Abysso is a macerated Absinthe predominantly flavored with wormwood (Artemisia absinthium), a bitter shrub. Absinthe primarily tastes of anise seed, with the same sharp, floral qualities of fennel and licorice.... Read More
Tasting Notes: The Planeta Chardonnay is an icon for Chardonnay from Italy. Banana-yellow in the glass, this wine is both creamy and bright. Aging in French oak adds depth and a hint of vanilla to the long and complex finish.... Read More
Tasting Notes: Portofino Gin is crafted from 21 botanicals, including lemon, lavender, marjoram, sage, juniper, iris and rose. Ideal for spritzes and light aperitivo cocktails, this dry gin is a true expression of the effortless... Read More
Tasting Notes: Founded by great-great grandfather Teobaldo Prandi, the Prandi estate had been passed, as was tradition, from father to son and father to son–until the death of grandfather Massimo Prandi. His death sent the... Read More