You would expect that the producer of Redigaffi, one of the world’s most renowned Merlots, crafts that sought-after bottling in surroundings that signify and complement the wine’s prestige. You would expect, to be honest,... Read More
The 2013 Giusto di Notri is a rich, structured blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Cabernet Franc. Deep ruby in color, it offers intense aromas of blackcurrant, cedar, espresso, and dark plum, underpinned by graphite and... Read More
You would expect that the producer of Redigaffi, one of the world’s most renowned Merlots, crafts that sought-after bottling in surroundings that signify and complement the wine’s prestige. You would expect, to be honest,... Read More
You would expect that the producer of Redigaffi, one of the world’s most renowned Merlots, crafts that sought-after bottling in surroundings that signify and complement the wine’s prestige. You would expect, to be honest,... Read More
You would expect that the producer of Redigaffi, one of the world’s most renowned Merlots, crafts that sought-after bottling in surroundings that signify and complement the wine’s prestige. You would expect, to be honest,... Read More
You would expect that the producer of Redigaffi, one of the world’s most renowned Merlots, crafts that sought-after bottling in surroundings that signify and complement the wine’s prestige. You would expect, to be honest,... Read More
Valdicava, located in the cooler northern sector of Montalcino near Montosoli, has earned a reputation as one of the region’s most powerful and age-worthy producers. Founded in 1953 and revitalized by Vincenzo Abbruzzese in... Read More
The 2015 Madonna del Piano is a monumental expression of Brunello from a warm and generous vintage. It delivers intense aromas of black cherry, plum, wild rosemary, and crushed rose, layered with hints of mocha and spice. The... Read More
Christopher Deas, Italian Wine Merchants: “This bottle picks up right where the 2016 Normale left off. As such, we were not expecting the Valdicava Riserva Madonna del Piano from the classic vintage of 2016 to be this approachable... Read More
In his youth Vincenzo Abbruzzese spent summers working at Valdicava,
his grandparents’ winery in northern Montalcino. His grandmother bought
these gentle slopes in 1953 and with her husband planted the first
vines here. However,... Read More
In his youth Vincenzo Abbruzzese spent summers working at Valdicava, his grandparents’ winery in northern Montalcino. His grandmother bought these gentle slopes in 1953 and with her husband planted the first vines here. However,... Read More
In his youth Vincenzo Abbruzzese spent summers working at Valdicava, his grandparents’ winery in northern Montalcino. His grandmother bought these gentle slopes in 1953 and with her husband planted the first vines here. However,... Read More
In his youth Vincenzo Abbruzzese spent summers working at Valdicava, his grandparents’ winery in northern Montalcino. His grandmother bought these gentle slopes in 1953 and with her husband planted the first vines here. However,... Read More
Edoardo Valentini was known locally as the “Lord of the Vines.” This resolute old-timer disregarded all modern conventions and wrapped his operations in a shroud of mystery, fervently guarding his production techniques from... Read More
While the Verdi estate’s production of grapes dates back to its establishment in Oltrepò Pavese in the 18th century, vinification was not pursued until the third generation, and estate-bottling commenced only after World War... Read More
The 2021 Barolo Brunate is a refined yet powerful expression of one of Barolo’s most storied crus. The wine opens with intense aromatics of dried rose petals, wild cherry, orange peel, licorice, and crushed stone—classic markers... Read More
The 2021 Barolo Ravera is a vivid, energetic expression of this high-elevation cru in Novello, known for producing some of Barolo’s most structured and long-lived wines. Vietti’s interpretation is precise and powerful, shaped... Read More
La Gravette de Certan is the second wine from the formidable Right Bank estate, Vieux Château Certan. It's produced from the younger vines of their principal wine with a very fine precision that faithfully mirrors the pedigree... Read More
While the colour is a deep, intense garnet, the nose reveals subtle red berry fruit aromas. On the palate, the wine is smooth, round and balanced. One of the five earliest vintages of the last twenty years, the 2017 promises to... Read More