April Specials
Stefano Massone
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2023 Stefano Massone Gavi “Vigneto Masera”
Ripe, rich fruit provides perfect balance to the vibrant acidity of this single varietal (Cortese), single-vineyard bottling of Vigneto Masera, producing a wine with both nice weight, beautiful minerality, and a refreshing crispness, along with intense aromas of lime, pear, apple and exotic fruits.
Tavignano
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2024 Tavignano Verdicchio “Villa Torre” Castelli di Jesi
Brilliant straw yellow with golden accents. Fragrant on the nose, yellow blossom, fresh apricots, with a hint of pineapple and guava. Fresh on the palate, then quickly reveals the ripe fruit, with plenty of drive, becoming slightly salty on the finish.
Falstaff
91 Points
Albino Rocca
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2024 Albino Rocca “Rosso di Rocca” Langhe Nebbiolo
A beautifully balanced, aromatic expression of Nebbiolo. Crushed rose, wild strawberry, and blood orange lift from the glass, leading into a poised, energetic palate. Fine, well-integrated tannins frame bright red fruit and subtle savory notes, with a clean, mineral-driven finish. A refined, medium-bodied wine with clarity, structure, and freshness.
Famiglia Statella
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2019 Famiglia Statella Etna Rosso “Pettinociarelle”
The 2019 Etna Rosso Pettinociarelle bursts from the glass with a blend of medicinal blackberries and balsamic spice. This flows across the palate with ripe wild berry fruits carried across silky textural waves. A tart tinge of sour cherry mounts toward the close. The 2019 tapers off with youthful tension and a coating of fine-grain tannins, ending with a tangerine hint.
Vinous Media
90 Points
Perticaia
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2020 Perticaia Umbria Rosso
Good bright, deep red. Dark red fruits and licorice on the nose, complicated by minerals and violet. Sweet and silky on entry, the red fruit flavors framed by a touch of anise and mineral flavors. Finishes with good length and a light touch. There's a lot to like here...even before considering the modest price. A blend of Sangiovese (80%), Colorino (10%) and Merlot (10%).
Seghesio
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2020 Seghesio Barolo Castelletto
The 2020 Barolo Castelletto is a gorgeous wine from Seghesio. Dried herbs, sage, lavender, menthol, licorice, mocha and pine are some of the many notes that develop with a bit of time in the glass. There’s gorgeous complexity and uncommon character here. This vivid, dynamic red is quite the overachiever. Best of all, the 2020 can be enjoyed with minimal cellaring. It’s an exquisite Barolo in every way.
Vinous Media
93 Points
Fratelli Revello
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2024 Fratelli Revello Langhe Nebbiolo
An open and expressive take on Nebbiolo from La Morra. Ripe cherry and raspberry notes are accented by soft florals and a touch of spice. The palate is supple and composed, with polished tannins and a smooth, approachable texture. Balanced and inviting, with a clean finish and classic varietal character.