Since 1739, the di Napoli family has owned and managed the 13th-century estate of Castello dei Rampolla, which is situated near Panzano in the heart of the Chianti Classico zone. The legend at this historic property, however,... Read More
Big, brooding, and powerful, the '15 d'Alceo roars out of the glass in a profusion of brambly blue and purple fruits, Mediterranean scrub, charcoal, balsamic herbs, licorice, and a touch of grilled meat. This intense wine... Read More
The 2018 D'Alceo is a wild, exotic wine. Cabernet Sauvignon and Petit Verdot come together in a wine that is sumptuous, layered and exceptionally beautiful. Inky blue/purplish fruit, sage, mint, lavender and chocolate are... Read More
Christopher Deas-Italian Wine Merchants: Here is that crowd-pleasing classic village Burgundy to buy by the case and enjoy often. I enjoy Jobard from more generous vintages as there is some extra meat on these typically lean... Read More
The 2022 Meursault “Les Narvaux” displays a clear, limpid yellow hue and a delicate bouquet of citrus—lemon foremost—packed with airy freshness and mineral poise. On the palate, it brings forward balanced texture: round,... Read More
The 2021 Poruzot‑Dessus opens with floral notes of acacia, white peach, citrus peel, and a stony mineral undertone. On the palate it is lively and taut, with bright acidity, a core of orchard fruit, and saline minerality giving... Read More
The Meursault 1er Cru Poruzot Dessus 2022 is a vibrant and beautifully detailed wine, reflecting the generosity of the vintage while retaining the site’s hallmark tension. The nose opens with aromas of lemon zest, ripe pear,... Read More
The 2022 Meursault “Sous la Velle” is a brilliant village-level expression that punches well above its classification. Sourced from a lieu-dit located at the base of the slope beneath the village, on deep, mineral-rich clay... Read More
The Barbera d’Alba 2014 is a refined, cool-vintage expression that emphasizes elegance and nuance over power. The nose opens with sour cherry, red plum, dried rose, and subtle balsamic notes, layered with hints of earth and... Read More
The 2017 Barolo Brunate in magnum format presents a deep garnet core complemented by vivid ruby edges, releasing aromas of wild cherry, violet petal, blood orange rind, licorice root and earthy undergrowth woven with graphite... Read More
This 2006 Barolo emerges with a deep garnet core, gradually opening to aromas of black cherry compote, violets, leather, and warm licorice, underpinned by iron‑rich earth and menthol highlights. On the palate the structure is... Read More
The 2017 Tre Tine opens with a polished garnet hue and exudes a refined bouquet of wild raspberry, cranberry, rose petal, and forest undergrowth, accented by tobacco leaf and loamy earth. On the palate, the wine is medium full‑bodied,... Read More
The 2018 Barolo Tre Tine is a classically styled blend from Ravera, Le Coste, and Cannubi San Lorenzo, reflecting the estate’s historic commitment to multi-vineyard Barolo. The wine opens with a haunting bouquet of rose petals,... Read More
The 2019 Tre Tine opens with a vibrant ruby‑garnet hue and an irresistibly perfumed nose of dried rose petal, sage, wild strawberry, and subtle mushroom and underbrush tones. On the palate it is elegant yet firm—fine but... Read More
This Riserva, now over 25 years old, presents a deeply mature profile. CellarTracker notes its “bright acidity” and “superbly integrated tannins” that have mellowed with time, alongside aromas of vanilla, tobacco, and... Read More