Italian Wine

98 points Decanter: "This is certainly an exceptional Sassicaia, with a sumptuous nose of ripe, creamy black and red fruit with cedar and spice notes. The colour is by no means dark (as is often the case with Sassicaia), and the impression on the palate is one of controlled power underpinned by gorgeous sweetness and flowing elegance. This is a very confident wine with real authority and presence, beginning with a magnificent attack of rich cassis and ripe griotte cherry followed by cigar box and leather notes, and a long finish of savoury bay leaf and m ...Read More » 

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100 points James Suckling: "*2018 #1 Italian Wine of the Year* The nose to this Solaia is truly phenomenal with currants, blackberries, roses and violets. So perfumed. Full-bodied and everything is in check and harmony with polished tannins that last for minutes. Purity and focus. Is it the greatest Solaia ever? So drinkable already, but this is a wine for ages ahead" (09/2018) 100 points Robert Parker's Wine Advocate: "The very name Solaia evokes the concept of sunshine and this unique Tuscan wine archetype I am referring to. With the 2015 vintage, So ...Read More » 

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100 points Wine Enthusiast: "If a wine can truly be perfect, this is it. Displaying power, grace, depth and complexity, this Barolo delivers sublime Nebbiolo sensations including rose, underbrush, red cherry, leather, licorice, baking spices, clove, white pepper and balsamic notes. The intense flavors are balanced by velvety tannins and fantastic energy. Drink 2018-2038. (KO)" (10/2014) 97 points Wine Spectator: "Rich and brooding, this red features black cherry, raspberry, tar, leather and licorice flavors. Dense and complex, with a detailed matrix ho ...Read More » 

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91 points James Suckling: "A red-fruited and spicy nose that shows red peppers, redcurrants and fresh herbs. Medium body, firm tannins and a fresh finish. Drink now." (09/2018)

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This has become a go-to favorite for customers and staff alike at K&L. Priced at a level that allows for corks to pop any old time it suits you, the Montechiara phenomenon continues to gain followers by the hour. See for yourself why this value sparkler is getting so much attention.

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95 points Vinous: "Deep saturated red. Crushed raspberry, black cherry and licorice on the nose, accented by hints of underbrush. Suave and densely packed, offering impressive weight and palate presence to the lightly saline flavors of raspberry, boysenberry, violet and minerals. Wonderfully refined, precise and deep, and already showing remarkable flavor interest for young Brunello. The finish is long and features repeating hints of juicy raspberry. Another knockout Brunello from Sestidisopra, a small and little-known Brunello producer that in my book r ...Read More » 

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97 points Wine Enthusiast: "Truffle, underbrush, new leather, wild berry and violet aromas are front and center on this gorgeous, full-bodied red. The taut, vibrant palate combines power and grace, delivering crushed red cherry, cranberry, white pepper and tobacco. It’s young but impeccably balanced, with firm noble tannins and bright acidity. Hold to give it time to fully develop. Drink 2023-2043. *Cellar Selection* (KO)" (05/2018) 95 points Vinous: "Bright dark red. Floral nuances complicate the aromas of red cherry, licorice, ...Read More » 

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94 points James Suckling: "Extremely perfumed with currant, berry and rosemary aromas. Even some lavender. Medium to full body, very fine tannins and lots of fruit. A delicious and refined wine. Drink or hold. " (09/2018) 92 points Robert Parker's Wine Advocate: "From the beautiful rolling hills of Panzano in Chianti, the 2015 La Massa shows a ripe and soft side of the vintage with warm notes of black cherry and blackberry. This is a velvety and richly textured blend of 60% Sangiovese, 25% Merlot and 15% Cabernet Sauvignon and Alicante Bouschet that di ...Read More » 

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98 points Decanter: "This is certainly an exceptional Sassicaia, with a sumptuous nose of ripe, creamy black and red fruit with cedar and spice notes. The colour is by no means dark (as is often the case with Sassicaia), and the impression on the palate is one of controlled power underpinned by gorgeous sweetness and flowing elegance. This is a very confident wine with real authority and presence, beginning with a magnificent attack of rich cassis and ripe griotte cherry followed by cigar box and leather notes, and a long finish of savoury bay leaf and m ...Read More » 

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94 points James Suckling: "What a delicious nose that’s ripe, but also really well defined with dried red plums, hazelnuts, Indian spices, baking spices, cedar, tar and licorice. The dusty tannins are a delight, and so are the dried fruit and spices that warm the palate. They also penetrate all the way through to the long, charcoal-laden finish." (09/2018) 93 points Robert Parker's Wine Advocate: "The 2015 Chianti Classico Riserva Berardenga is a wine of increased depth and power. The bouquet is redolent of dark fruit, dried cherry, grilled herbs and m ...Read More » 

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93 points James Suckling: "Aromas of blackberry and cherry with flowers. Smoky. Hot stone. Medium to full body, firm and fresh tannins and a delicious finish. Beautiful now but needs a year or two to soften." (11/2017) 92 points Wine Spectator: "Starts out with cherry, iron and tobacco flavors, before firming up, with a solid structure. A kernel of fruit holds steady as this red unfolds on the lingering finish. Best from 2022 through 2036. 2,200 cases made. ~BS" (06/2018)

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93 points James Suckling: "This is fragrant and floral with dark berries on the nose. Medium body, firm and silky tannins and a fresh, clean finish. A driven and linear Chianti Classico. The backbone of fresh acidity gives this focus." (09/2018) 92 points Robert Parker's Wine Advocate: "This is an excellent vintage in Chianti Classico that shows especially well in the simple, more accessible wines such as this. The 2016 Chianti Classico Berardenga delivers the power and density of its territory. The southern side of the appellation often shows the rich ...Read More » 

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Nello Baricci and his family have lived and farmed Sangiovese on their southeastern-facing slope of the Montosoli hill since the 1930s. Their wines are pure, supple, lithe and complex; they are full of tobacco, sweet earth, licorice, violets, rosemary and have long and persistent finishes, as evidenced in this fantastic Rosso, meant to drink now and over the next five years.

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99 points James Suckling: "Gorgeous floral and deep, dark berry aromas with hints of spices such as cinnamon and hazelnuts. Full body and ultra-fine and strong tannins that are powerful yet so sleek and beautiful. Fantastic length and texture. Deep, dark and profound. Takes you on a long journey and shows you its true character. Better in 2025. Give it time." (05/2018) 93 points Wine Spectator: "Focused, dripping with black cherry and blueberry fruit, accented by leather, spice and earth notes. This is broad-shouldered and supple, with sweet fruit and ...Read More » 

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95 points Decanter: "Lifted ripe pear and citrus aromas are echoed on the palate. Fresh, vibrant and lively with crunchy nashi pear notes supported by fresh mineral acidity. Finishes clean and bright. Long, mineral-iodine finish. Gold Medal 2018 Decanter World Wine Awards" (06/2018) Wine Enthusiast: "This wine's intense honeysuckle, jasmine and ripe green apple aromas leap out of the glass. The green apple note carries over to the palate, along with honeydew melon and citrus. Fresh acidity and a hint of mineral lift the fruity flavors. (KO)" (07/2018) ...Read More » 

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90 points Wine Enthusiast: "Inviting aromas of peach, green apple and tropical fruit jump over to the round, juicy palate. Tangy acidity lifts the fruity flavors and gives it a refreshing, savory finish. *Editors’ Choice* K.O." (07/2018)

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93 points Vinous: "The 2013 Barbaresco Ronchi is darker and more imposing wine than the straight Barbaresco, but it offers a similar level of quality. Wild cherry, smoke, tobacco, licorice and incense fill out the wine's strapping, powerful frame effortlessly. This is an especially muscular, imposing style. Readers should be prepared to cellar the 2013 for at least a few years. (AG)" (10/2017)

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94-95 points International Wine Review: "The 2013 'Pomona' is a refined and elegant Brunello di Montalcino. It opens to pretty aromatics of red cherries and red plums woven together with spices, licorice, floral and subtle hints of citrus zest all coming together in the glass. On the palate this is medium-bodied and beautifully structured around fine, silky tannins. It shows wonderful purity and a lovely balance of fruit and acidity. There is a wonderful austere character, along with a lovely fresh character keeping it vibrant through the long, silky fin ...Read More » 

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92 points James Suckling: "A dense and pretty red with plum and berry character. Chewy tannins. Seriously structured. Medium body. Solid fruit and a flavorful finish. Drink in 2019." (09/2017)

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100 points Wine Enthusiast: "Heady scents of chopped herbs, woodland berry, forest floor, new leather, dark spice and violet are just some of the aromas you’ll find on this fragrant wine. It’s savory and loaded with finesse, delivering juicy Marasca cherry, raspberry compote, licorice, orange zest and pipe tobacco alongside firm yet polished tannins and fresh acidity. A tangy mineral note graces the lingering finish. It’s still young and needs plenty of time to fully unwind and develop. Drink 2027-2042. *Cellar Selection* (KO)" (02/2018) 98 points V ...Read More » 

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95 points Decanter: "The 2015 is 100% Sangiovese, and represents a giant leap forward in quality for Querciabella - partly the result of the coming-of-age of their plant-based biodynamic viticulture which commenced in 2010. They also benefitted from a near-perfect growing season in 2015, and the result is a wine of wonderful purity showing clearly delineated aromas of focused, bright cherry with a hint of leafy freshness, spearmint, raspberries, cream and cinnamon. The palate is beautifully poised, with harmonious tannins, perfectly ripe fruit and bright ...Read More » 

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Rosso di Montalcino too often sits in the shadow of its much bigger brother, Brunello. But some estates put nearly the care and expense into their Rosso as their big guns, and La Fortuna is clearly an example of this sort of winemaking. Intense in terms of fruit, but showing off admirable acidity, this is spicy, full bodied, dry and rich with a softness hiding amid all that tannic structure. A wine to drink while your Brunello ages, yes, but a quality wine nonetheless. From vines 15-25 years of age, aged for one year in barrique, 6 months of this in Fren ...Read More » 

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93 points James Suckling: "A rich and very layered Prosecco with dried pear and apple character that shows just a hint of spices such as nutmeg. Full-bodied, very dry with a fresh and bone dry finish. One of the most serious Proseccos I have ever tasted. Drink now" (11/2018) K&L Notes: Just a note to clear up some nomenclature issues with this brand: Silvano Follador has added an extra word to their label, "Nature." It means that the finished wine has less than 3 grams per liter of residual sugar, even though their wines are Brut, and Brut can be decid ...Read More » 

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95 points James Suckling: "This is very complex with smoke, meat, cherry and spice character that follows through to a full body. The palate grows with more spice and polished tannins. A fantastic wine. " (09/2018) 94 points Robert Parker's Wine Advocate: "I absolutely enjoyed the 2015 Poggio Valente. This pure expression of Sangiovese really hits all the right buttons. The wine is rich and long-lasting with ripe fruit intensity followed by bold aromas of cherry, blackberry, grilled herb and moist earth. The bouquet is exuberant and bright. The wine sh ...Read More » 

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93 points Vinous: "The 2014 Chianti Classico Riserva is a bold, powerful wine that is going to need a few years to soften and come into its own. Wild cherry, tobacco, lavender, menthol, licorice and exotic spice overtones abound. The more virile side of Sangiovese is very much in evidence here. Another few years in bottle should help the tannins soften. (AG)" (01/2018) 93 points Wine Enthusiast: "Inviting aromas of wild berry, violet and sandalwood are front and center. Made with organically farmed Sangiovese, it's bright, savory and linear, offering M ...Read More » 

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95 points Wine Enthusiast: "Rich, fruity and enticing, this sweet vermouth is warmed with notes of fig and dried cherries, and just faint hints of spiced gingerbread and bitter orange peel. Drinkable solo as an apéritif, or use it as a cocktail-mixing favorite. (KN)" (04/2014) K&L Notes: Carpano's Antica Formula, from the original recipe developed by Antonio Benedetto Carpano in 1786, is a sweet vermouth of the highest quality. This distinctive and powerful aromatized wine should be considered a standard component in any respectable bar. It can be serv ...Read More » 

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Abbazia is a monastery founded in 1142 by the Augustinian Order of Canons Regular and which produces a range of white and red wines from both estate vineyards at the abbey and from smaller growers near the town of Novacella in the Isarco River Valley. White grapes are grown at the abbey and red grapes such as Schiava, Pinot Noir and Lagrein come from near Lago di Caldaro and the town of Bolzano. According to the winery, the Schiava is "Bright pale ruby, fruity on the nose, with aromas reminiscent of summer fruits and cherry; succulent, gentle and fruity ...Read More » 

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Fabiano and Valentina are the new-generation owners of one of the most ancient settlements in the Montalcino wine area of Tuscany. Local Brunello grapes (Sangiovese Grosso) are world-wide known for the special rich flavours, taste and ability to age beautifully. Rosso di Montalcino DOC – 100% Sangiovese. The typical meal in this part of Tuscany always starts with the Rosso (Red) and ends with the Brunello, followed by a Vin Santo. Rosso is the second growth of Brunello and still very enjoyable! Medium body, peppery, fresh in acidity, matches antipasti w ...Read More » 

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93 points Robert Parker's Wine Advocate: "Here's a fresh and lovely red wine from Southern Tuscany. The 2013 Brunello di Montalcino offers a very bright and lively quality of fruit that you don't often get with Brunello, a wine that ages for five years (between oak barrel and in the bottle) before its commercial release. You taste the cherry and the dried raspberry here in all their purity and glory. The wine continues to the palate with softness and silky lines. (ML) 93+" (06/2018) 92 points James Suckling: "A wealth of raspberry and black cherry arom ...Read More » 

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94-97 points Vinous: "The 2015 Chianti Classico Riserva Rancia is one of the most finessed young Rancias I have ever tasted. Silky, aromatically precise and nuanced to the core, the 2015 is shaping up to be a jewel of a wine. This is an impressive showing. (AG)" (01/2018) 95 points James Suckling: "Plenty of dark plums, black cherries, blackberry pie, cedar, tobacco and a hint of orange rind. There’s a real vitality to the palate, which is so well carved out by firm, savory tannins and seriously bright acidity. A chewy finish." (09/2018) 94 points Ro ...Read More » 

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93 points Wine Enthusiast: "Showing an earthy elegance, this has aromas of underbrush, violet, red berry, leather and tobacco. It's bright and firmly structured if a bit austere, offering Marasca cherry, cranberry, star anise and a gamy note set against assertive fine-grained tannins and zesty acidity. This needs time to unwind. *Editor's Choice* (KOK)" (05/2018)

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97 points Wine Enthusiast: "Underbrush, rose, violet, black cherry, balsamic notes, cinnamon, mint, leather and Mediterranean herbs are just some of the sensations that emerge. The juicy fruit is balanced with energy and velvety tannins. It's loaded with energy and finesse, and give it time to develop even more complexity. Drink 2020-2040. (KO)" (10/2014) 96 points Wine Spectator: "This is smoky, with tobacco- and mineral-tinged cherry and strawberry flavors. Quickly gives way to firm, mouthcoating tannins, yet finds equilibrium overall, lingering well ...Read More » 

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95 points Wine Spectator: "Offers aromas of macerated cherry and plum, with iron, sanguine, leather, wild herb, spice and earth notes. Intense, long and chewy on the minerally finish. Traditional style. Best from 2022 through 2035. 200 cases made. (BS)" (06/2018) 94 points Vinous: "Dark red with a hint of a pale rim. The deep, closed nose hints at red cherry, sage, licorice and tea leaf. Then also dense and brooding in the mouth, where big, deep, tightly packed flavors of flinty red and blue fruit are complicated by aromatic herbs and sandalwood. Curre ...Read More » 

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95 points James Suckling: "Wow. What a nose of pure blueberries, rose petals, lavender, crushed minerals, elderflower and so much vivid orange and candied citrus peel. Full body, electric acidity, firm and wonderfully polished tannins and a long, mineral finish. Drink in 2021." (09/2018) 93 points Vinous: "Cortese's 2015 Barbaresco Rabajà is open-knit and attractive, qualities that can be enjoyed with minimal cellaring given the wine's mid-weight structure. Crushed raspberry, rose petal, mint, dried herbs, orange zest and anise add super-classic Nebbio ...Read More » 

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93 points James Suckling: "Lightly toasted baking spices with attractive red cherry fruits on the nose here. This has a very smooth and crisp palate, crunchy tannins and a really energetic finish. Try from 2021. JS" (04/2018)

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91 points Decanter: "Richly aromatic with apple and lemon curd notes. A soft, well-integrated mousse is complemented by notes of lemon sherbet Blind tasted by Fabio GiavedoniAndy Howard MWAlessandra Piubello(at The Institute of Masters of Wine, 29 Nov 2018) " (11/2018) K&L Notes: San Venanzio has won many awards over the years. At K&L they get the coveted "Guido" award of two thumbs up and three stars for value. On the nose, there are generous notes of apples, peaches, tropical fruits and pear blossom. It’s wonderfully balanced and elegant, with a plea ...Read More » 

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95-96 points Wine Enthusiast: "Beautifully balanced, this opens with alluring scents of wild berry, rose, baking spice and whiffs of chopped herb. Seamlessly combining ripe fruit and the firm's trademark finesse, the bright elegantly structured palate delivers juicy wild cherry, crushed raspberry, white pepper and a hint of black tea framed in polished tannins and fresh acidity. It's already tempting but the best is yet to come. *Cellar Selection* (VB)" (05/2017) 94 points Vinous: "Dark red. Musky nuances give way to brighter red fruit, licorice and he ...Read More » 

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Owned by the Tagliabue family since 1979, the wine growing on the estate dates back to the 17th century. Known for their Brunello di Montalcino and Chianti, the name "Salvi" refers to the supposed health-giving effects of this terroir. Villa Poggio Salvi's modern winery is partly subterranean and set within the contours of the hillsides.

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98 points Robert Parker's Wine Advocate: "I'm hardly surprised to report that Fontodi's 2015 Flaccianello della Pieve is one of the best wines recorded in this report of new releases from Tuscany. This wine sits as tall and as proud as the Colosseum in Rome or the Pyramids of Giza in its undeniable glory and beauty. It would be impossible to exaggerate its many lasting attributes and qualities. Perhaps the most remarkable is the smooth and seamless nature of its many complicated moving parts. It produces abundant power, intensity and elegance as if this ...Read More » 

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90 points Wine Enthusiast: "Among the canon of Italian spirits, Aperol and the Aperol Spritz cocktail are classics, available at a growing range of America's best bars. The lurid red hue is recognizable from across the room. It's light on every count—in terms of alcohol content, sweetness level and texture. The gentle sweet-bitter profile goes down easy—especially when lightened with bubbles. (KN)" (04/2014) K&L Notes: Aperol's unique flavor and color is achieved through a subtle blend of bitter orange, gentian, rhubarb and an array of herbs and roots- ...Read More » 

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Praise from Monica Larner in the Wine Advocate: "The wines of Tormaresca are always impressive. This estate founded by the Antinori family of Florence has spared no expense when it comes to their Puglia project." (08/2016)

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90 points James Suckling: " This is rather smoky, but also fresh and juicy with plenty of ripe-citrus flavors and good length. An excellent food wine. Drink now. " (11/2018) 90 points Wine Enthusiast: "This wine's heady Spanish broom, acacia and yellow stone fruit scents lift out of the glass. The palate mirrors the nose, offering creamy peach, yellow apple and juicy citrus flavors alongside bright acidity. An almond note caps off the finish. *Best Buy* (KO)" (07/2018)

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90 points Vinous: "Vivid straw-yellow. Clean and precise aromas and flavors of yellow peach, apricot, orange oil and cinnamon. Layered but refined, with a thick mouth-feel and noteworthy concentration of flavor on the long creamy finish. (ID)" (12/2016) 90 points Wine & Spirits: "There's a hint of complexity in the interplay between this wine's gentle sweetness and crisp acidity, like biting into a freshly picked ripe pear. It's lean and focused, a match for warm goat cheese on crostini." (12/2009) K&L Notes: The Bronca sisters grow their own fruit o ...Read More » 

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95 points Wine Enthusiast: "There’s no mistaking this classic apéritif, from the vibrant melted lipstick-red color to the distinctive signature bitter finish, clean, clear and strong. It’s high, bitter and faintly floral-fruity in scent. Americanos and Negronis wouldn’t be the same without this jewel-like spirit. *Top 50 Spirits of 2011* (KN)" (12/2011) K&L Notes: The classic bar staple is a must have for anyone looking to build the ideal at-home bar. The producer explains the well-guarded secret to Campari's success: "A unique and unmistakable recipe ...Read More » 

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96 points James Suckling: "Shows lots of black cherries, cranberry tea, caramelized orange peel, roasted herbs and citrus peel. Full-bodied with ripe and quite round tannins that frame layers of cherries. Bright and fresh, yet rich and long at the same time. The Sangiovese character really springs out of the glass." (09/2018) 95 points Robert Parker's Wine Advocate: "The 2015 Cepparello is not immediately accessible. Indeed, the wine took some time to open, and I kept going back to my sample bottle throughout the afternoon at different intervals to che ...Read More » 

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91 points James Suckling: "Aromas of dried cherry, wet earth and terracotta follow through to a full body, layered and chewy tannins and a flavorful finish. Drink now." (08/2017) Wine Spectator: "Deep cherry is the main flavor theme here, with spice and iron accents. Fresh and firmly structured, with chestnut and tobacco elements from the oak. Merlot, Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah. Drink now through 2023. (BS)" (12/2017) K&L Notes: 25% Merlot, 25% Syrah, 25% Cabernet, 25% Sangiovese.

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97 points Wine Enthusiast: "Delicately scented, this offers underbrush, pressed violet and wild berry aromas. It’s medium-bodied and loaded with elegance, delivering crushed raspberry, Morello cherry, licorice and a hint of pipe tobacco set against taut, refined tannins. Bright acidity provides balance. It’s a bit austere at this stage but will develop beautifully. *Cellar Selection* (KO)" (05/2018) 96 points Vinous: "Very deep red. Flinty, floral red cherry and underbrush on the enticing, very pure, precise nose. Then silky and suave, with ripe red ...Read More » 

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92 points James Suckling: "Aromas of cherries, cedar and strawberries with some subtle cream follow through to a medium body, firm and silky tannins and a fresh and flavorful finish. Very pretty. Drink or hold." (09/2018) 90 points Robert Parker's Wine Advocate: "The 2016 Langhe Nebbiolo is a clear, direct and immediate wine. It offers those characteristic varietal tones of dried berry fruit, rose hip and licorice with a cheerful and informal approach. This bouquet is mild in terms of intensity, but all the main components are there. There is a very su ...Read More » 

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96 points Wine Enthusiast: "Tawny and bright in the glass, this mellow, bittersweet beauty offers caramel and vanilla, braced by allspice and bitter orange. Although Nonino is best known for its grappas, this amaro, flavored with herbs from the mountains of Friuli, is worth seeking out. Consider it for dessert pairings or an edgy spin on a negroni. (KN) " (04/2014) K&L Notes: From Distillatori Nonino in Italy's Friuli. This amaro is a grape distillate infused with herbs and aged in barrique. The Quinessentia Amaro Nonino shows fragrant mountain herbs. ...Read More » 

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Monica Larner writes: "One of the oldest estates in the Langhe, Fratelli Barale was founded in 1870, shortly after the Barolo denomination was created with the help of Marchesi Falletti and founding father of modern Italy, Count of Cavour, Camillo Benso. Sergio Barale and his daughters manage the estate today."

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