Estate History: Francesco Mulinari, although not from Montalcino or a family of winemakers, decided to take the 1 hectare of land his father had purchased for family picnics, and after discovering vines, become one. The vineyard,... Read More
Tasting Notes: The La Distesa Gli Eremi is the definition of a mineral white wine, yet full-bodied with a chewy, velvety mouthfeel. An electrifying feeling on the palate, with spicy white pepper notes, herbs and wet, stony minerals... Read More
Tasting Notes: The La Mozza Cabernet I Perazzi is a truly Tuscan Cabernet, in which the great Bordeaux variety is interpreted with Maremma style: maximum ripeness and highest quality. Intense fruit, notes of ripe blueberry and... Read More
Tasting Notes: The La Mozza I Perazzi is a sumptuous, juicy Sangiovese loaded with fruit, smoke, and licorice nuances. Bright, ripe cherry and soft texture on the palate. Pairs well with Mediterranean flavors and dishes, tomato-based... Read More
Tasting Notes: From the active volcanic soils of Campi Flegrei Cruna de Lago is a complex approach to a traditional Falanghina. Notes of baked apple, lemon zest, herbs, and saline dominate the palate while giving off aromas of... Read More
Tasting Notes: The Le Battistelle Soave Classico Montesi is a pale straw yellow color. This aromatic white wine displays a full range of ripe fruit and white flowers characteristics. On the palate, the fruity, elegant nuances... Read More
Tasting Notes: The Le Fraghe Traccia di Bianco has a straw yellow color with green reflections; the slight veiling that shows when waving the bottle is represented by the fermentation yeast that rests inside the bottle. Mature... Read More
Tasting Notes: The Le Fraghe Traccia di Rose has a pale cherry pink color, with light coppery reflections. The slight veiling that shows when waving the bottle is represented by the fermentation yeast that rests inside the bottle.... Read More
Tasting Notes: The Zamo Orange Zero is a skin-contact 'orange' wine made from Malvasia. Slight tannins, ripe apricot, and hints of hazelnut come through.
Estate History:Le Vigne di Zamò dates back to 1924 and has... Read More
Tasting Notes: The Zamo Pinot Grigio Ramato is copper-like, onionskin in color. The nose reveals fruit and flower aromatics mingling with notes of yeast and crusty bread. Vanilla and a faint hint of smoky toastiness round off... Read More
Tasting Notes: The Lecci e Brocchi Il Sangio Bianco is a white wine pressed from the Sangiovese grape, you are greeted with delicate white flowers and honey on the nose. While on the palate, citrus and pear really shine through... Read More
Estate History: A visit to Luigi Tecce can get you emotional. Luigi himself is a ball of them, and his Aglianico from Taurasi elicits them. His grandfather’s 'masseria' (farmhouse) and vineyards are located in the... Read More
Tasting Notes: This wine is the closest Campi Taurasini gets to being Taurasi. The single vineyard cru of Satyricon stradles the zone of Taurasi, and is an incredible example of the power and finess that can be obtained through... Read More
Tasting Notes: The Marco Merli Rosato Zerodibabo is a no added sulfur rose made in Umbria from Sangiovese and Ciliegiolo vines that age from 15 to 45 years. Bright red fruits fill the nose, red currants, raspberry, strawberries.... Read More
Estate History: Marco Tinessa, after forging a friendship with Frank Cornelissen of Etna fame, decided to create his own label. Growing grapes in Montemarano, long considered the soulful center of Taurasi, he named the estate... Read More
Tasting Notes: The Marinushof Pinot Noir, which is largely from old vines, has a significantly reduced yield and is intended to reflect the Val Venosta as a good Pinot region. Typical Burgundy aromas (red berries, cherries, almonds),... Read More
Tasting Notes: The Marisa Cuomo Fiorduva is bright yellow with golden hues. The scent is reminiscent of apricots and fresh flowers, with a hint of tropical fruit. The taste is smooth, dense and characterized by a considerable... Read More
Tasting Notes: The Marisa Cuomo Furore Rosso from Aglianico and Piedrosso vines that cling to the cliffs of the Amalfi coast, shows the ripe fruit of the grapes and fresh saline-rich air from which it comes. Black pepper, exotic... Read More
Tasting Notes: The Massimo Coletti L'osigo Boschera Frizzante is elegant and dry, with mineral tones weaving through the aromatic nose of yellow flowers and ripe pear. The palate is easy going and perfectly balanced, with... Read More
Tasting Notes: The Massimo Coletti Prosecco Phoja is from the best parcels of old vine Glera grown without the use of chemical pesticides. Orange blossom, wild herbs, and a hint of tropical fruit jump from the glass. The fine... Read More