Wine Reviews

Brilliant, deep ruby color. The aromatics are very intense offering scents of red cherry and black currant with supporting notes of black pepper, thyme, and rose petals. The palate confirms the nose delivering a red fruit-driven core with flavors of ripe red berries, raspberry, and vanilla. The finish is long and lingering with silky tannins. Medium to full-bodied and nicely balanced with a velvety texture. A beautiful example of the local Ciliegiolo grape. $18 – 4 Stars - 92 points

Brilliant, deep scarlet color. The aromatics are very intense offering scents of raspberry and forest floor with supporting notes of black tea and rose petals. The palate confirms the nose delivering a red fruit-driven core with flavors of red cherry, dried herbs, and black cherry. The finish is long and lingering with chalky tannins. Full-bodied and nicely balanced with a chewy texture. This barrique aged Barolo drinks well today (when decanted) with peak maturity 2023-2026. $38 – 4 Stars - 91 points

Brilliant, deep scarlet color. The aromatics are very intense offering scents of red cherry and forest floor with supporting notes of raspberry and leather. The palate confirms the nose delivering a red fruit-driven core with flavors of red plum, pomegranate, mineral, and five spice. The finish is long and lingering with supple tannins. Medium to full-bodied and perfectly balanced with a meaty yet vibrant texture. A beautiful example of the local Ciliegiolo grape. $35 – 4 Stars - 93 points

Brilliant, light straw color. The nose is moderately intense offering scents of citrus zest, white peach, and grapefruit with supporting notes of green apple, acacia, and mineral. The palate echoes the nose delivering a tropical fruit and citrus-driven core with flavors of quince and green apple. The finish is crisp with lingering mineral accents. Medium-bodied and perfectly balanced with a vibrant texture. Wonderfully complex and pleasing pairing well with a wide range of dishes. $14 – 4 Stars - 91 points

Brilliant, deep ruby color. The aromatics are very intense offering scents of blackberry and five spice with supporting notes of black tea, earth, and vanilla. The palate confirms the nose delivering a black fruit-driven core with flavors of black plum, forest floor, oak, and slate. The finish is long and lingering with ripe tannins. Medium to full-bodied and nicely balanced with a supple texture. Made with a blend of 90% Sangiovese and 10% Cabernet Sauvignon. $25 – 4 Stars - 90 points

Brilliant, deep scarlet color. The aromatics are very intense offering scents of blackberry, mineral, and leather with supporting notes of cured meat and cocoa. The palate confirms the nose delivering a red and black fruits-driven core with flavors of black fruits, five spice, and red cherry. The finish is long and lingering with aggressive tannins. Medium to full-bodied and nicely balanced with a meaty texture. This Brunello is drinking well now through 2022. $60 – 4 Stars - 90 points

Brilliant, deep crimson color. The aromatics are very intense offering scents of black plum and black currant with supporting notes of black tea, mocha, cigar box, and vanilla. The palate confirms the nose delivering a black fruit-driven core with flavors of black fruits and truffle. The finish is long and lingering with supple tannins. Full-bodied and nicely balanced with a opulent texture. This Amarone was in perfect condition and it is still very youthful — it will drink well for another decade plus. $85 – 4 Stars - 92 points

Brilliant, deep scarlet color. The aromatics are very intense offering scents of black fruits and baking spices with supporting notes of black tea, forest floor, and cedar. The palate confirms the nose delivering a black fruit-driven core with flavors of blackberry, five spice, and slate. The finish is long and lingering with firm tannins. Medium to full-bodied and nicely balanced with a opulent texture. $36 – 4 Stars - 92 points

Brilliant, light pale straw color. The nose is moderately intense offering scents of green melon and kiwi with supporting notes of citrus zest, orange peel, and honeysuckle. The palate confirms the nose delivering a ripe orchard fruits-driven core with flavors of red grapefruit and apricot. The finish is crisp. Medium-bodied and nicely balanced with a vibrant texture. $15 – 3.5 Stars - 89 points

Brilliant, light green/yellow color with a fine bead of bubbles. The nose is moderately intense offering scents of spring flowers and apple with supporting notes of citrus zest and pineapple. The palate confirms the nose delivering a ripe orchard fruits-driven core with flavors of lemon curd and mineral. The finish is long and lingering. Medium-bodied and nicely balanced with a vibrant texture. This lovely bubbly proves that all tank-method sparkling wines are the same. This wine rested 12 months on it's lees in tank giving a strong classic-method impression. $ – 4 Stars - 90 points