Wine Reviews


    Roccafiore Il Sangiovese Umbria IGP 2016

  • Brilliant, medium ruby color. The nose is moderately intense offering scents of red currant and forest floor with supporting notes of baking spices and mineral. The palate confirms the nose delivering a red fruit-driven core with flavors of red cherry and five spice. The finish is long and lingering with supple tannins. Medium to full-bodied and nicely balanced with a velvety texture. $14 – 3.5 Stars - 89 points

  • Casale della Ioria Cesanese del Piglio DOCG 2017

  • Brilliant, deep ruby color. The nose is moderately intense offering scents of boysenberry and cranberry with supporting notes of cigar box, balsamic, and earth. The palate confirms the nose delivering a red and black fruits-driven core with flavors of red cherry, star anise, and slate. The finish is long and lingering with ripe tannins. Full-bodied and nicely balanced with a rich texture. $23 – 4 Stars - 91 points

  • Vezzoli Brut Franciacorta DOCG NV

  • Brilliant, medium straw color with a fine bead of bubbles. The nose is moderately intense offering scents of spring flowers and citrus zest with supporting notes of pineapple and pear. The palate confirms the nose delivering a ripe orchard fruits-driven core with flavors of white peach, honeysuckle, and bread dough. The finish is crisp. Medium-bodied and nicely balanced with a vibrant texture. $ – 4 Stars - 90 points

  • Produttori Barbaresco Nebbiolo Langhe Rosso 2018

  • Brilliant, deep ruby color. The nose is moderately intense offering scents of red cherry and baking spices with supporting notes of raspberry, black tea, and wet stones. The palate confirms the nose delivering a red fruit-driven core with flavors of red currant and violet. The finish is long and lingering with chewy tannins. Medium to full-bodied and nicely balanced with a supple yet vibrant texture. $ – 4 Stars - 90 points

  • SoloUva Brut Franciacorta DOCG NV

  • Brilliant, light pale straw color with a fine bead of bubbles. The nose is moderately intense offering scents of peach and citrus zest with supporting notes of pear and guava. The palate confirms the nose delivering a ripe orchard fruits-driven core with flavors of orange peel, blanched almonds, and slate. The finish is long and lingering. Medium-bodied and nicely balanced with a vibrant texture. A crisp and refreshing aperitif style. $27 – 4 Stars - 90 points

  • Korbel Prosecco DOC NV

  • Brilliant, light pale straw color with a medium bead of bubbles. The nose is moderately intense offering scents of Asian pear and white peach with supporting notes of wet stones and citrus zest. The palate confirms the nose delivering a ripe orchard fruits-driven core with flavors of ripe green apple and honeysuckle. The finish is crisp. Light to medium-bodied and nicely balanced with a vibrant texture. $14.99 – 3.5 Stars - 87 points

  • Sassoregale Vermentino Maremma Toscana 2017

  • Brilliant, light yellow straw color. The nose is moderately intense offering scents of green apple, guava, and apricot stone with supporting notes of green melon, honeysuckle, and mineral. The palate echoes the nose delivering a green fruit-driven core with flavors of green melon and kiwi. The finish lingers. Medium-bodied and nicely balanced with a vibrant texture. $15 – 3.5 Stars - 88 points

  • Ruffino Modus IGT Toscano 2016

  • Brilliant, deep ruby color. The aromatics are very intense offering scents of blackberry and red cherry with supporting notes of plum, earth, dried herbs, and rosemary. The palate confirms the nose delivering a red and black fruits-driven core with flavors of freshly crushed berries, dark cocoa, and five spice. The finish is long and lingering with ripe and chewy tannins. Full-bodied and perfectly balanced with a rich, meaty texture. Made with a blend of 39% Sangiovese, 35% Merlot, and 26% Cabernet Sauvignon. It is a harmonious blend of the three varietals but it certainly has the soul of Tuscan Sangiovese. $25.99 – 4 Stars - 93 points

  • Conte Priola Gold Release Pinot Grigio Friuli Grave 2018

  • Brilliant, light green/gold color. The nose is moderately intense offering scents of pear and green apple with supporting notes of red grapefruit and citrus zest. The palate confirms the nose delivering a ripe orchard fruits-driven core with flavors of apricot and lime. The finish is long and lingering. Medium-bodied and nicely balanced with a vibrant texture. Fresh, crisp, and a great value. $9.99 – 3.5 Stars - 87 points

  • Fuso 21 Le Salse Verdicchio di Matelica 2018

  • Brilliant, light green/gold color. The nose is moderately intense offering scents of spring flowers and nectarine with supporting notes of white peach and wet stones. The palate confirms the nose delivering a ripe orchard fruits-driven core with flavors of green apple, pear, and orange peel. The finish is long and lingering. Medium-bodied and perfectly balanced with a vibrant texture. $14 – 4 Stars - 90 points

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