2019 Italian Wine

The Andrea Oberto 2019 Barolo del Comune di La Morra is a charming wine with accessible, softly layered fruit. There are ripe cassis and blackcurrant aromas with sweet spice and earthy iris root. The open-knit and immediate side... Read More

Streaks of garnet giving way to intense ruby red. Candied fruits and spices that evolve into clean underbrush, tea, and amber notes. Enhanced by notes of red flowers, the aromas return on the palate transported by confident but... Read More

Aromas of forest berry, blue flower and underbrush follow through to the linear, savory palate along with juicy cherry, star anise and clove. Bright acidity and taut, fine-grained tannins provide the framework.

A smooth red, with cherry, plum and spice flavors shaded by savory underbrush and wild herb accents. Shows iron and tobacco details on then long finish, with fine balance and grip overall. Prugnolo Gentile and Canaiolo. Best from... Read More

A deep, dark red, the 2019 Etna Rosso Lenza di Munti lifts from the glass with a display of crushed raspberries, rubbed sage and hint of smoke. It’s softly textured and round in feel, with sour red berries motivated by zesty... Read More

Amarone is one of Italy’s most prestigious red wines with a unique production method exclusive to the region. The bouquet of Cesari’s flagship wine is marked by cherry and prune aromas and jammy notes. Toasted nuances... Read More

The 2019 Brunello di Montalcino opens with a bouquet that blends savory herbs and worn leather with crushed wild berries. It's softly textured and round, with a pretty inner sweetness and juicy red fruits cascading under rosy... Read More

This blend of Nero d'Avola, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah has aromas of black-skinned fruit, graphite and cooking spice. On the smooth, easygoing palate, polished tannins gently support juicy black cherry, tobacco and... Read More

Strawberry, raspberry and cherry aromas and flavors are beautifully displayed in this charming version, with loam, tobacco and herbs adding detail while the aftertaste goes on and on. Shows balance and formidable length.... Read More

This wine takes its name from an area of the Cru of Castelletto. The selected grapes in the oldest part of the vineyard enable to obtain a full-bodied wine. The color is garnet red with orange reflections. The bouquet is complex,... Read More

Aromas of bark, dark cherries and flowers, too. It’s medium- to full-bodied with purity of fruit that runs the length of the wine. It goes on for minutes. Very fine tannins. From organically grown grapes. Needs three or... Read More

Vibrant wild strawberries and ripe cherry tomatoes give way to savory aromas of grilled meat, mushrooms and balsamic vinegar on the nose before the palate returns to the strawberries and gives them a pop of acidity and firm tannins.... Read More

Ruby red in color, this wine offers aromas of ripe forest berries, leather and tobacco. On the palate, it is intense, round and rich balanced by notes of cinnamon, dark chocolate, dried cherries and tobacco resin. Perfect with... Read More

A rich and structured wine, with a complex and layered bouquet bursting with cherry and violet aromas, backed by leather and white pepper notes. Excellent with hearty roasted or grilled meat dishes.

The Chianti Classico Riserva La Selvanella has a clear, dark, ruby color and full, complex bouquet with strong notes of red fruits, irises, and hints of vanilla. The flavor is full, generous, warm and savory with an elegant aftertaste... Read More