Tasting Notes: A new wine for 'A Vita (although it was made once before, in the 2012 vintage), the 'il Rosso' is 92% Gaglioppo (from the hillside vineyards of Sant'Anastasia and Muzzunetto, at 100m asl) and 8%... Read More
Tasting Notes: The aromatic Abbazia di Novacella Pinot Nero is one of the best that Italy has to offer. Vibrant and soft, with supple light fruit tones of under ripe cherry and blackberry that showcase the mountain-fruit profile... Read More
Tasting Notes: A particular specialty of the Valle Isarco. Greenish to bright yellow in color. Peaches, apricots, and tones of tangerines on the nose. Very lively, juicy, and sleek on the palate, with a mineral-rich finish.... Read More
Tasting Notes: Gaetano’s Rosso di Montalcino expresses the influence of his location in Montalcino where “Galestro”, a stony clay type of soil is commonly found. The estates position west-facing to the Tyrrhenian... Read More
Tasting Notes: The Divella Gussago Clo Clo Zero Dossagio Rose, named in honor of Alessandra’s mother, is made from the gentle second press of hand-harvested pinot noir. This zero-zero, brut sparkling rosé is one... Read More
Tasting Notes: Deeply hued and vibrant, this Pinot Noir rosé bursts with wild strawberry and ripe red fruit. Balanced by a lightly oxidative edge, its 54 months on the lees make it an exquisite companion to grilled seafood,... Read More
Tasting Notes: A celebration of time and tradition, this Chardonnay-based sparkling wine blends vintages from 2014–2019, creating a layered, oxidative profile. Aged 45 months sur lie, it offers a luxurious richness and lingering... Read More
Tasting Notes: This powerful Barolo has begun to shed its robe of tannins and allow an amazing aromatic depth to emerge. The palate is loaded with an inner sweetness that is simply captivating, showing the classic roses, tobacco... Read More
Tasting Notes: Ancient method of production for Prosecco, completely dry and mineral focused. Subtle tones of apple flesh with notes of saline and stone. The bubbles are smaller but persistent, making it perfect with creamy dishes.... Read More
Tasting Notes: The Allegrini Amarone is a modernly produced style of amarone, and as such showcases very typical characteristics of dried figs, plums, and currents. Thes rich and desiccated fruit notes are coupled with a vibrant... Read More
Tasting Notes: The Allegrini Amarone della Valpolicella Riserva Fieramonte has imposing structure and depth. The wine is a beautifully bright, intense and compact ruby color, with very lively highlights. The nose opens slowly,... Read More
Estate History: Drawing on more than six generations of Veneto winegrowing tradition and an unwavering focus on quality, Marilisa Allegrini carries on the legacy of her father Giovanni, the patriarch of the modern estate and an... Read More
Tasting Notes: The Allegrini Valpolicella is a well-structured wine, with a soft, long and persistent finish. Brilliant ruby red in color, with a pleasant scent of wild berries. Dry and velvety on the palate, it is characterized... Read More
Tasting Notes: The Alois Lageder 'Lowengang' Chardonnay is a stunning example of the potential for burgundian varietals in the Alto Adige. This biodynamically farmed and Demeter certified vineyard expresses itself in a... Read More
Tasting Notes: The Amorotti Cerasuolo d'Abruzzo isn't a light, simple rosato. This complex wine is more like a very light red, that should be chilled, and showcases the incredible Montepulciano grape in all its glory.... Read More
