It takes a heroic effort to cultivate vines on the steep slopes of the Ligurian coastline high above the Mediterranean Sea. Mechanization of vineyard tasks is out of the question; everything must be done by hand. Only truly passionate winegrowers are willing to carry on the traditions that have come down through the generations since the ancient Greeks first planted vines on the steep, stony slopes here. Proprietor Pierluigi Lugano works closely with several small, local growers. He staunchly defends indigenous, and increasingly rare, grape varieties and works tirelessly to ensure that they do not disappear for future generations of wine lovers. Ciliegiolo is a traditional red grape variety that is rarely seen. It is light and fruity and makes a classic dry rosé that is fantastic as a supper sipper or an accompaniment to seafood.
Below is a listing of the wine review scores we frequently reference in our notes. While these sources remain an excellent source of information, we always recommend that you trust your own palate. Scores in these publications often represent the personal taste of an individual critic, which may not always coincide with your own. We have a huge team of excellent wine professionals that can match wines you've had in the past with new arrivals that meet your flavor profile.
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2006 Castello di Monsanto Chianti Classico Riserva $17.99
2008 Blason Pinot Grigio $8.99
2003 Castello di Monastero Chianti Classico Riserva (was $29.99) $14.99
2008 Tormaresca Neprica, Puglia $8.95
2006 La Velona Rosso di Montalcino (Elsewhere $20+) $11.99
