90 points Vinous: "Light pink. Musky, herb-accented aromas and flavors of redcurrant, wild fennel, apple and rhubarb, with a gentle note of white pepper. Sappy and focused, offering savory red fruit and citrus flavors. Finishes long, pure and broad, with lingering spiciness. (JR)" (06/2018)

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90 points James Suckling: "A fresh and firm red with blackberries, spices and a cedar character. Some rose petals, too. Medium body and a chewy finish. Drink now or hold." (06/2018) K&L Notes: The Barbera grapes for this wine were grown in vineyards dating back to the early 19th century. It's a vibrant ruby red in the glass with a dry, full body. Thanks to the long growing season in this northern part of Italy, the wine develops gorgeous acid that makes it a perfect accompaniment to roasted and braised meats.

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Inventory: Main Warehouse Hollywood Redwood City San Francisco

We've been keeping an eye on the Torti family since we met them years ago in Italy and have been fans ever since. Their Pinot Noir is a rare gem and a champion for the varietal in Northern Italy. Crafted in a style that would make many in Oregon and Sonoma jealous at this kind of pricing, it has quickly become a staff and customer favorite at K&L, especially with the terrific new 2017 release.

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Importer's notes: "Sandro Fay's Ca Morei Valtellina Superiore is 100% Nebbiolo Chiavennasca. This single vineyard red is grown at a higher elevation compared to Costa Bassa, the basic wine from Sandro Fay. This different exposure gives the wine more body and darker fruit. This wine is a perfect example of how Sandro Fay is committed to promoting single vineyards, which produce wines with distinctive characteristics due to their different soils and altitudes. They practice organic viticulture, and this Nebbiolo goes through fermentation in stainless steel ...Read More » 

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From the importer: "Near the tiny village of Castione Andevenno, Alfio Mozzi carefully tends his 3.5 hectares of terraced Nebbiolo vines in the superb Il Grisone site at an altitude varying from 350-600 meters on the slopes above the river Adda. Due to the varying altitude in this vineyard he can harvest each vine at different times and at optimal ripeness. The soil is about 80% sandstone and 20% limestone. Viticulture is in conversion to organic and in this last year he has converted 1ha to biodynamic farming. The age of the vines ranges from 5 year ...Read More » 

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The "Nettare" is a Rosso di Valtellina made from the youngest vines of the estate. As the entry-level wine, this is a more fruit-forward example of Nebbiolo, fresh and ready to drink. Perfect for white meats and young cheeses.

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92 points Robert Parker's Wine Advocate: "The 2015 Valtellina Superiore Sassella Il Glicine is a subdued and delicate red wine with elegant aromas of rose bud, cassis and wild blueberry. There is a spicy touch of crushed white pepper that adds complexity at the back. Fruit for this wine comes from a vineyard located some 470 meters above sea level. This is a mid-weight red with lasting substance and freshness. Some 6,809 bottles were produced." (12/2018) K&L Notes: Known for producing the Nebbiolo of the Alps, Valtellina is a region of terraced mountai ...Read More » 

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91 points Robert Parker's Wine Advocate: "The 2013 Franciacorta Millesimato Brut Rosé (disgorged in 2018) is one of those pink sparkling wines that looks so beautiful when poured into the glass. The wine's luminous appearance is magnified by the shiny gleam of its soft perlage. This is a 50/50 blend of Pinot Nero and Chardonnay aged on the lees for 42 months. That's just enough yeast contact to build the wine's texture and those lasting flavors of stone fruit, wild berry and baked bread. (ML) 91+" (12/2018)

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From the importer: "Near the tiny village of Castione Andevenno, Alfio Mozzi carefully tends his 3.5 hectares of terraced Nebbiolo vines in the superb Il Grisone site at an altitude varying from 350-600 meters on the slopes above the river Adda. Due to the varying altitude in this vineyard he can harvest each vine at different times and at optimal ripeness. The soil is about 80% sandstone and 20% limestone. Viticulture is in conversion to organic and in this last year he has converted 1ha to biodynamic farming. The age of the vines ranges from 5 year ...Read More » 

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