While rooted in the tradition of the Langhe, Angelo Gaja has enriched this foundation with an openminded sensibility that marries traditional practices and technological innovation, thereby extending Piemonte’s international... Read More
A profound passion for Piemontese wine handed down for three generations…Bruno Giacosa, a man of few words but eloquent talent, practices an extremely simple philosophy based on the respect of traditions both in the vineyard... Read More
From one of Burgundy’s most coveted Grand Cru sites, the 2004 Bâtard-Montrachet is made from 100% Chardonnay grown on limestone and marl soils that yield both power and elegance. The bouquet offers ripe pear, baked apple, and... 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
The 2004 vintage shows a very ripe nose: rose, berry compote, and hints of game and earthy meatiness. It’s full-bodied and powerful, with chewy tannins, a deep core of black fruit, and a long, resonant finish—massive yet... Read More
Giuseppe Quintarelli is the Veneto's most important producer, renowned for his near-mythical Amarone, Recioto and the cult wine, Alzero. Although there are other fine Amarone producers, including Quintarelli's protegee,... Read More
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
The 2004 Madonna Assunta Riserva in magnum or standard format shows evolved aromas: dried cherry, tar, leather, truffle, forest floor, and spice. On tasting, it is structured yet mature, with ripe but firm tannins, savory red... Read More
The One That Started It All...You’ve heard it before, Sassicaia is the most collectible Italian wine to come out of the Boot. The now historic wine is single-handedly responsible for launching the Super Tuscan movement and remains... Read More
Juicy red and blue fruits dance with umami, cedar, peppery spices, rose petals, tar and tartufo bianco in this expressive, caressing '04 Barolo Bricco Ambrogio. Fruit-driven and powerful upon release, more than a decade of... Read More
Carobric, which debuted in the 1996 vintage, is a multivineyard production that represents a selection of grapes from each of Scavino's esteemed crus--Rocche di Castiglione, Cannubi, and Bric del Fiasc. In its early period,... Read More