Christopher Deas, Italian Wine Merchants: “As for the 2015 Riserva, right from the pull of the cork, the intoxicating aromatics of Nebbiolo grab you by the nose hairs and pull you in. On the palate this is some serious old school... Read More
The grand history of the Lisini family dates back to the 16th century, when they inherited a tract of land in Montalcino near Sant’Angelo in Colle. Like those around them, the family cultivated the Brunello clone and from the... Read More
Tenuta dell'Ornellaia makes outstanding wines even in poor vintages - better than any other. In the capable hands of winemaker Thomas Duroux and consultant Michel Rolland, the estate continues its long-standing, stellar record... Read More
Christopher Deas, Italian Wine Merchants: "IWM tasted this wine once again with winemaker Axel Heinz, and the Ornellaia team. Once again in a line up that included some serious wines, it was this little bold white that captured... Read More
Christopher Deas, Italian Wine Merchants: "Tasting this wine with the IWM Team, we all exchanged raised eyebrows, and the first statement that came out was, how can this be ten years old? This is absolutely a game changing expression... Read More
Lemon zest, crushed minerals, white flowers, brioche and almond frame the juicy orchard and succulent stone fruits in this enchanting entry-level Champagne from Pierre Peters. Polished, layered, racy, complex and proffering perfect... Read More
Monica Larner, Robert Parker's Wine Advocate: "The wine opens to dark fruit aromas, with dried blackberry and plum. These various varietal components taste ripe, supple and accessible. The wine comes together with easy balance."... Read More
Monica Larner, Robert Parker's Wine Advocate: "The wine opens to dark fruit aromas, with dried blackberry and plum. These various varietal components taste ripe, supple and accessible. The wine comes together with easy balance."... Read More