"2020 was exceptionally dry, with 75% less rain than usual in the period between May and September, which resulted in an earlier harvest to produce a 2020 Almaviva with 68% Cabernet Sauvignon, 24% Carmenère (from Peumo), 6% Cabernet... Read More
Radiant ruby red with purple glints. Intense, dense nose, lots of fruit, plum, cherry and blackberry, behind balsamic notes and fresh Mediterranean herbs. On the palate lots of juice, harmonious, round, acidity and tannin well... Read More
The entire estate was initially designated for cereal and corn production, but in 1980, Francesco Calderone inherited the land that his grandfather had purchased in 1900 and established the Buceci estate. He proceeded to plant... Read More
New from Casa Castillo, this comes from younger Monastrell (85%) and Garnacha vines, fermented with about one third whole bunches and indigenous yeasts. Youthful with lovely freshness, layered with dark fruit, and exceptionally... Read More
The 2020 rose is surprisingly balanced. On the nose, primary aromas continue to develop. Still a bit dense and collected, but only a few months are needed for it to relax, lie down and provide the palate with its bouncy persona,... Read More
The 2020 Le Prieure has a sophisticated and beautifully defined bouquet with perfumed red cherry, crushed strawberry scents, seamlessly integrated oak, and just a background sous-bois aroma. The palate is very well balanced with... Read More
Here is one of those tiny, family run wineries in Barbaresco that someone remains under the radar, which if fine by us. While many enthusiasts and critics gravitate to the flagship Barbaresco Serraboella from older vines, IWM... Read More
Christopher Deas, Italian Wine Merchants: "There is no denying this is a generous and concentrated red wine bordering on the exotic that begins with that softer glycerin texture that is often a signature of Priorat, but with aeration... Read More
Christopher Deas, Italian Wine Merchants: "There is no denying this is a generous and concentrated red wine bordering on the exotic that begins with that softer glycerin texture that is often a signature of Priorat, but with aeration... Read More
There is ample citrus influence on the exuberantly fresh aromas just slice green apples and a hint of quinine character. The racy, intense and well-detailed flavors also exude a refreshing salinity on the bright, clean and very... Read More