2020 Italian Wine

In the glass, the Nobile 2020 presents garnet red reflections. On the nose, aromas of small red fruits, pomegranate and the unmistakable scent of violets of good Sangiovese. In the background, a touch of vanilla and tomato leaf.... Read More

Medium bodied with baked pear flavors carried by a sturdy mineral backbone. Peach and apricot carry the zesty acidity, but the finish if full and varietally true. Floral notes and a hint of mint complement the typical bitter almond... Read More

This Pinot Grigio is well-structured, and sophisticated. Aromas of fresh apple, hints of orange zest, and white flowers with a satiny, crisp, fruity, graceful, agreeable ripe pear and hints of almond finish with no oak flavor.... Read More

This Barolo is a warm day walking through a forest, discovering the last of the ripe cherries hanging on the tree. The aroma of these lush cherries is complemented by a delightful contrast of floral notes and fresh green herbal... Read More

Notes of red plums and bramble berries with dried rose petals, red licorice and bark. Medium- to full-bodied with chalky texture and vivid fruit. Tannins are velvety and ripe. Racy and spiced on the finish.

Very perfumed with flowers and sandalwood. Medium- to full-bodied with very fine tannins that are so long and intense. This will compete with top Brunellos. Linear and driven at the end. From organically grown grapes. Best after... Read More

On the nose, complex and persistent aroma with youthful notes of fresh fruit and violets. Light-bodied, harmonious and round on the palate, with flavors of red fruits, black currant and plum.

There is a rustic, iron-like, rugged quality to this full-bodied and firmly tannic wine that will mellow somewhat with time. But enjoy it for the balsam, tar and red cherry aromas that lead to a meaty, mineral palate. Best from... Read More

A ruby red color with intense aroma of cherry, raspberry and blackberry. The tannins are smooth, while the body is full, remaining persistent in the mouth. Savor this wine with red meats, pasta, pizza and ripe cheese. Blend: 80%... Read More

A rich plum and berry nose with hints of herbs and brighter citrus peel. Medium-bodied with a nice balance of plump fruit, savory highlights and soft tannins. Medium finish. Drink now.

Herbal and well-detailed on the nose, the 2020 Barolo boasts a medium ruby hue and opens with notes of fresh rosemary, juniper, cranberries, menthol, and dried roses. Medium-bodied, it’s lifted with bright acidity, fine,... Read More

The Frescobaldi 2020 Chianti Rufina Riserva Nipozzano has dark plummy fruit and presents lots of fun but basic primary intensity. I like the wine's fresh and fruit-forward profile, and I can't image a more suited partner... Read More

The color is a lively and brilliant dark ruby-red. The perfume is fresh and intense with clean scents of wild berries, currants and sour black cherry. A light hint of vanilla and toasted oak. The flavor is warm and robust, full-bodied,... Read More

Pretty aromas of strawberries and dark red fruits followed by licorice, fresh mint and crushed stones. Fresh and bright on the palate with red berries, floral notes, and a gorgeous polished texture.

Named for the Tuscan term for the escarpments common in the area, this is a deep, dark, ruby-red wine. I Piaggioni has important aromas of sweet oak on the nose, balanced with ripe fruit, chocolate and vanilla. On the palate it... Read More

A true Tuscan classic! Deep ruby color with garnet reflections and an elegant bouquet of leather, black cherries, licorice and plums; a medium to a full-bodied palate, rich in ripe red fruit, goût de terroir, subtle notes... Read More

Garnet color with ruby hues; fine expression of berry fruits, with balsamic notes and raspberry jam, rose and violet aromas. Full, dry, vigorous palate with elegant tannins. Pair with game, roast red meats, and mature cheeses.... Read More

The 2020 Barbaresco boasts an ample set of aromas with wild cherry, blue flower, sweet spice and crushed limestone. As always, the wine paints an exciting and authentic portrait of Nebbiolo, albeit with a little more richness... Read More