Lucchetti Special Spumante Brut Rosé Lacrima NV
Brilliant, medium ruby/burnt orange color with a medium bead of bubbles. The aromatics are intense, offering scents of wild strawberry and apricot stone with supporting notes of red grapefruit and hibiscus flower. The palate confirms the nose delivering a red fruit-driven core with flavors of raspberry, kumquat, wet stones, and hints of cranberry. The finish is long and lingering. Medium-bodied and perfectly balanced with a vibrant texture. Made with 100% Lacrima. $18.99 – 4.5 Stars – 94 points
Luigi Giordano Rosso Nebbiolo Langhe 2021
Brilliant, medium ruby color. The aromatics are intense, offering scents of rose petals and red cherry with supporting notes of tomato leaf and five spice. The palate confirms the nose delivering a red fruit-driven core with flavors of raspberry, red plum, and black tea. The finish is long and lingering with silky tannins. Medium to full-bodied and perfectly balanced with a velvety texture. Made with a blend of 90% Nebbiolo and 10% Arneis. $22.99 – 4 Stars – 91 points
MorrisFarms Rosamundi Rosato Maremma Toscana 2021
Brilliant, medium salmon color. The aromatics are intense, offering scents of wild strawberry and orange peel with supporting notes of raspberry, rose petals, and hints of hibiscus flower. The palate echoes the nose delivering a red fruit-driven core with flavors of red cherry, citrus zest, and slate. The finish is crisp and dry. Medium-bodied and perfectly balanced with a vibrant texture. Made with 100% Sangiovese. $17 – 4 Stars – 92 points
Morisfarms Mandriolo Maremma Toscana 2020
Brilliant, medium ruby color. The nose is moderately intense offering scents of raspberry and wild strawberry with supporting notes of mineral and dried herbs. The palate confirms the nose delivering a red fruit-driven core with flavors of ripe red cherry, plum, and hints of black currants. The finish is long and lingering with supple tannins. Medium-bodied and perfectly balanced with a silky texture. Made with a blend of 80% Sangiovese with the remainder comprised of Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, and Petit Verdot. $13.99 – 4 Stars – 90 points
Cordero San Giorgio Tiamat Oltrepò Pavese 2019
Brilliant, medium ruby color. The aromatics are intense, offering scents of raspberry and bramble with supporting notes of black tea, forest floor, red plum, and clove. The palate confirms the nose delivering a red fruit-driven core with flavors of red cherry, forest floor, dried mushrooms, and hints of tamari. The finish is long and lingering with dry tannins. Medium-bodied and perfectly balanced with a vibrant yet robust texture. $24.99 – 4 Stars – 93 points
La Carraia Sangiovese IGP Umbria 2020
Brilliant, medium ruby color. The aromatics are moderately intense, offering scents of plum and red cherry with supporting notes of slate, rose petals, and dried herbs. The palate confirms the nose delivering a red and black fruits-driven core with flavors of blackberry, pomegranate, and violet. The finish is long and lingering with ripe tannins. Medium to full-bodied and perfectly balanced with a supple texture. A super value. $13 – 4 Stars – 92 points
Monte Antico Rosso IGT Toscano 2019
Brilliant, deep ruby color. The nose is moderately intense, offering scents of black cherry and anise with supporting notes of leather, mineral, and espresso. The palate confirms the nose delivering a black fruit-driven core with flavors of black plum, violet, and black tea. The finish is long and lingering with ripe tannins. Medium to full-bodied and perfectly balanced with a silky texture. $12 – 4 Stars – 90 points
Viberti La Gemella Barbera d'Alba DOCG 2020
Brilliant, dark ruby color. The aromatics are intense, offering scents of black currant, violet, and wild berries with supporting notes of mineral, forest floor, clove, and leather. The palate confirms the nose delivering a black fruit-driven core with flavors of black plum, truffle, and blueberry. The finish is long and lingering with dry tannins. Medium to full-bodied and perfectly balanced with a chewy texture. $20 – 4 Stars – 91 points
Farnese Fantini Montepulciano d'Abruzzo 2019
Brilliant, deep ruby color. The aromatics are intense, offering scents of black cherry, plum, and mineral with supporting notes of blackberry, black tea, and dried herbs. The palate echoes the nose delivering a red and black fruits-driven core with flavors of mulberry, boysenberry, and five spice. The finish is long and lingering with ripe tannins. Medium to full-bodied and nicely balanced with a silky texture. Made with 100% Montepulciano and now it is smartly offered with a screw-top closure. $10 – 4 Stars – 90 points
Inama Soave Classico 2020
Brilliant, light green/gold color. The aromatics are intense, offering scents of spring flowers and green melon with supporting notes of kiwi, fresh herbs, mineral, and orange peel. The palate echoes the nose delivering a ripe orchard fruits-driven core with flavors of white peach, pear, and blanched almonds. The finish is crisp. Medium-bodied and perfectly balanced with a vibrant texture. If you are seeking a white with guts while being nimble and refreshing this is your wine – 100% Garganega. $18 – 4 Stars – 92 points
