Italian Wine

94 points Wine Enthusiast: "Made with organically cultivated Sangiovese, this fragrant elegant red opens with enticing scents of underbrush, sunbaked earth, wild berry, violet, crushed mint and a balsamic whiff of camphor. Smooth and savory, the linear palate has surprising vibrancy for such a hot vintage, delivering juicy Marasca cherry, strawberry compote, star anise and white pepper. Elegant fine-grained tannins lend polished support while a coffee note lingers on the close. Drink through 2025. *Editors’ Choice* (KO)" 94 points Wine Spectator: "Aroma ...Read More » 

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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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90 points Decanter: "Rich and complex nose showing fresh and dried herbs alongside bright fruit. Velvet textured palate with coffee lift and saline finish." (06/2018) Robert Parker's Wine Advocate: "The Tenuta di Sesta 2016 Rosso di Montalcino is a tart and crisp red wine to pair with cheesy pasta dishes. The wine has the acidity to cut through the fat in those dishes and the bight berry flavors to keep your palate clean. The 2016 vintage shows spectacular quality of fruit, so we can all look forward to the Brunellos from this vintage that will be rele ...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 dis ...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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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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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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95 points Stephen Tanzer's International Wine Cellar: "Good full medium red. Very ripe aromas of strawberry, licorice, minerals and truffle, with balsamic and dried floral nuances. Fat, sweet, rich and deep; at once succulent and seamless, with a wonderfully layered texture and great early appeal. Very full without coming across as weighty. The slow-building finish features substantial sweet tannins. "Shows the magic side of 2001," Franco offers. "It can keep for a long time but it's great right now." By the way, 2001 was the seventh consecutive vintage ...Read More » 

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98-99 points James Suckling: "This is a fantastic red with balance and intensity. Full-bodied, deep and balanced. Shows beautiful harmony and class. Happy to taste this! A blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Syrah. " (09/2018) 95 points Robert Parker's Wine Advocate: "A blend of Cabernet Sauvignon (50%), Petit Verdot (25%), Merlot (20%) and Sangiovese (5%), the 2016 Solengo is a terrific wine and I enjoyed my sample down to the very last drop that I coaxed from the bottle with happy enthusiasm. This is a full-bodied red (but not in an exaggerated m ...Read More » 

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James Suckling: "Shows red cherries, elderberries and freshly cut herbs. Medium body, fresh acidity and a fresh finish. Drink now." (09/2018) K&L Notes: 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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95 points Wine Spectator: "An intense perfume of juniper, bay laurel, sage, rose and berries marks this silky red. The structure is there, yet superb balance and refined tannins help this retain elegance through the long finish. Almost ethereal in its presence. (BS)" (03/2018) 94 points James Suckling: "A wealth of ripe fruit with spice, orange peel and cherry. Full body, fine tannins and a bright and vivid finish. Drink in 2021." (11/2017) 94 points Robert Parker's Wine Advocate: "The 2013 Brunello di Montalcino is absolutely unique in terms of its ...Read More » 

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The Wine Advocate's Monica Larner provides the following update on La Fortuna: "Today, the estate counts 18 hectares of vines, of which 12 hectares are located in the northern area of the appellation. Another six hectares are located in the Castelnuovo dell'Abate sub zone. Wines are made from a blend of fruit from these two sites. The northern vineyard is found at 250 to 300 meters above sea level with limestone clay soils and marine fossils. The other parcel shows warmer average temperatures and soils mixed with Galestro stones. Angelo Zannoni says La F ...Read More » 

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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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94 points James Suckling: "Love the nose on this. Aromas of dark berries, spices and dried flowers. Full bodied, with a wonderful integrated tannin structure. Flavors are intense, yet balanced with loads of subtle and complete fruit." (01/2011)

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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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93 points Wine Enthusiast: "Delicious and loaded with personality, this structured, medium-bodied white opens with bread crust, yellow stone fruit, citrus zest, honey and toasted almond aromas that follow through to the juicy, elegant palate. Fresh acidity brightens the rich flavors. Drink through 2023. (KO)" (07/2018) 91 points James Suckling: "Attractive and subtle pastry-like complexity here. This has an extra dimension, showing better concentration than most in this space. An attractive cool and fresh palate. Drink now." (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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91 points Robert Parker's Wine Advocate: "The 2016 Etna Rosso Passorosso is the most accessible of the red wines presented by Andrea Franchetti and the team at Passopisciaro in the not-always-easy 2016 vintage. The wine is clean and forthcoming with a nice succession of wild berry and cassis, all framed by spice, tar and toasted aniseed. This wine makes itself immediately available for a pairing with roasted porchetta stuffed with fennel and herbs. The mouthfeel is crisp but compact on the close. Some 47,000 bottles were made. ML" (12/2018) 91 points W ...Read More » 

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90 points James Suckling: "A blue-fruited Chianti with pressed violets, blackcurrants and peppermint. Some good depth to this medium-to full-bodied Chianti, which remains fruity and fresh. Drink now." (09/2018) 90 points Wine Spectator: "Bright cherry and plum fruit combines effortlessly with the moderately firm structure, adding earth, iron and tobacco accents. Shows fine balance and length. Drink now through 2023. (BS)" (12/2018) K&L Notes: Owned by the Tagliabue family since 1979, the wine growing on the estate dates back to the 17th century. Know ...Read More » 

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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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94 points Decanter: "Leopardo Felici is a highly rated Verdicchio producer. This wine is from a hilly, cool area between Apiro & Cupramontana and shows bright natural acidity with a mineral overlay. Aged in cement tanks, there are lovely zesty grapefruit and lemon sherbert notes here. Very similar in style and drive to Chablis. (AH) " Jancis Robinson: "Smells pale and correct, conference pear and a hint of green almonds. The first impression is simply racy, taut, fragrant acidity; crystalline and scalpel fine. Then nuttiness. Then a delicious sweet shar ...Read More » 

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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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This has been the #1 selling Italian wine for more than two decades at K&L! You can't get that kind of continued success without a supremely fantastic quality-to-price ratio. The southern Tuscan coast is a wonderful location for winemaking, with stable temperatures and a solid history of quality, yet no fame and fortune. Incredibly priced bargains come out of the region, and the proof is in the bottle. This wine is wonderful, soft, forward and easy-to-drink Sangiovese with an enticing mixture of cherry, plum and earth. Eminently drinkable.

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94 points James Suckling: " Beautiful aromas of cherries, dark chocolate and lemon rind, following through to a full body with round and chewy tannins. Yet, it is polished and soft. A juicy finish. A blend of Merlot, Sangiovese, Syrah and Petit Verdot. Drink or hold. " (09/2018)

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98 points James Suckling: "Extremely perfumed, showing lots of rose, lavender and dark-berry character. Full body with intense density and chewiness that gives the wine great structure. Lots of flavor and focus at the finish. Needs five to six years to finish. Drink in 2024." (01/2019) 97 points Vinous: "The 2015 Barolo Gavarini Chiniera is ample, full-bodied and rich on the palate, and yet retains its explosive floral lift and brightness, two of the signatures that are such calling cards of Barolos from this Monforte site. A rush of sweet red cherry, ...Read More » 

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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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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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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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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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92 points James Suckling: "Beautiful aromas of spiced cooked pear and fresh lemon follow through to a medium body, very dry palate with just the right amount of phenolic pull to add to the finish. Bone dry at the end. Serious. " (11/2018) Robert Parker's Wine Advocate: "This sparkling wine opens to a bright and crystalline appearance. The 2016 Valdobbiadene Superiore di Cartizze Brut Nature is very dry and steely with reduced primary fruit. Those characteristic tones of sun-ripened lemon and summer peach are reduced to a minimum here. This wine plays u ...Read More » 

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91 points Wine Enthusiast: "Subtle aromas of leafy underbrush, leather, truffle and red berry come together on this while the full-bodied palate delivers juicy red cherry, raspberry compote, baking spice and grilled herb. Chewy tannins provide the framework while a note of star anise closes the finish. (KO)" (10/2016) 90 points James Suckling: "This shows delicate aromas of rosemary with red licorice and dried berries. This is delicate and light-bodied with almost no tannins, good freshness and a nice, fruity finish. Really enjoyable." (11/2016)

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95 points James Suckling: "A glorious red with intense and focused blackberry character and hints of wet earth. Bark and chocolate, too. Full body, layered and dense. A great wine. 100% Merlot. Drink in 2020 but already fascinating." (08/2017) 90 points Robert Parker's Wine Advocate: "The very cheerful and attractive 2015 Maremma Toscana Aurelio is 95% Merlot with 5% Cabernet Sauvignon, aged in oak for one year. Some 20,000 bottles were produced. The wine is bold and contemporary with the soft and velvety cherry flavors you can expect from the warm-cli ...Read More » 

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92 points James Suckling: "A white with lots of white-peach and apple aromas with hints of lemon zest. Full-bodied, round and layered. Rich and exotic in the end. " (09/2018) 92 points Robert Parker's Wine Advocate: "92+ points: The 2016 Roero Arneis was bottled on Saint Valentine's Day and that's a fitting touch. Some 140,000 bottles were made, which is more than average. This is a fresh and buoyant wine that is loaded with tangy tropical fruit, pineapple and honeydew melon. The wine's intensity is exuberant, pronounced and refreshing. Dustings of fin ...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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Winery notes: "Golden yellow with coppery highlights expresses a floral character. Excellent as an aperitif and with fish based hors d’oeuvres." The 18 hectares of vines on the Blason estate in Isonzo grow in alluvial limestone soil that is also high in iron content, hence its predominantly reddish color. The growing region is at the confluence of two climate systems, that of the foothills of the Julian Alps and the nearby Adriatic Sea. This allows for white wines of fully developed flavors and aromas, but which also retain a striking mineral edge. This ...Read More » 

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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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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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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) Robert Parker's Wine Advocate: "Peter Zemmer's 2017 Alto Adige Pinot Grigio is a classic albeit informal expression of this easy-drinking white grape. The bouquet offers tones of citrus, cut grass and white peach. The mouthfeel is fresh and lean in texture. Only 10% of the ...Read More » 

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Gelmino and Cristina Dal Bosco started their winery in 2002 when the family decided to stop selling their grapes to the local co-op and make wine themselves. The winery and vineyards are located in the town of Brognoligo in the heart of the Soave Classico production area that is limited only to the communes of Soave and Monteforte d’Alpone in the province of Verona. The "Roccolo del Durlo" vineyard is situated on steep terraces supported by stone walls some of which are more than 100 years old. Winery notes: "Straw yellow colour, with bright golden hues; ...Read More » 

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94 points Vinous: "Saturated red. Deep aromas of pomegranate, sexy spices, red cherry, sweet spices and camphor. Fresh and juicy, offering dense flavors of sandalwood, graphite and juicy red cherry. Finishes long and clean, with outstanding cut and clarity. Strikes me as a much more serious, deeper wine than the 2013 Brunello. Aged 35 months in 20-hectoliter Slavonian oak casks. This is the first vintage of this wine made from a vineyard planted in 2001. ID" (04/2018) 93 points Robert Parker's Wine Advocate: "This wine now lists a vineyard designate: D ...Read More » 

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This multi-layered Vermentino was a hit with staff--see reviews below--and it isn't just a light summer sipper. Don't miss it! The Cantina Sociale Gallura is located in the town of Tempio Pausania on the foothills of Mount Limbara. This cooperative was founded in 1956 and it currently has 160 producers contributing their grapes. The total area of planted vineyards is about 600 acres. The soil, a mix of sand and rock, is poor, and the vines have to struggle to survive this hostile environment. The limited grape yield offers unique and prized qualities. Mo ...Read More » 

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97 points Wine Enthusiast: "One of the lightest and gentlest amari, this amber spirit delicately mixes sarsaparilla-like herbal notes and honey sweetness with just the right bitter edge. Mix it into cocktails—mixologists love this amaro—or sip it as a delightful digestif. (KN)" (04/2014) K&L Notes: Amaro Montenegro is an Italian bitter herbal liqueur first concocted in 1885. The marvelous and unique combination of ingredients from all over the world make Amaro Montenegro the classic product that D'Annunzio called "liqueur of the virtues." It can be en ...Read More » 

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Robert Parker's Wine Advocate: "The 2017 Dolcetto d'Alba Le Rose offers a sweet and floral bouquet with rose hip, dried fig and cherry pie. The Dolcetto grape loves a hot vintage, and that's exactly what it got in 2017. Winemaking is simple (the wine completes malolactic fermentation in oak) in order to preserve that succulent and rich quality of fruit. This wine puts the dolce (or "sweet") in Dolcetto. (ML)" (08/2018)

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Amicone is made from predominantly Corvina grapes (the same grapes that go into Amarone) but are dried for a shorter period and on the vine, not on mats like Amarone. The wine is fermented in stainless steel and then aged in French oak tonneaux for 8 months. The result is an easy drinking full-bodied red that has lots of rich soft, smooth texture.

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93 points James Suckling: "Aromas of green apples, grapefruit and sweet almonds. Full body, a creamy texture and a fresh and clear finish. Great depth and verve. Drink now." (10/2017) K&L Notes: With the help of his mother Treves Gianni took over his grandparents farm in Montjovet in Italy's Aosta Valley in 1997. Their legacy was a robust farm known largely for producing Fontina cheese as well as fruits, vegetables, potatoes, and a variety of grains and herbs. Their devotion to producing healthy, local food was the heart of the farm, and fortunately th ...Read More » 

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97 points Vinous: "If Tuscany had a formal vineyard classification Rancia would be a Grand Cru. And that is exactly what comes through in the 2015 Chianti Classico Riserva Rancia. Silky, sensual and finessed to the core, the 2015 is absolutely stellar. The ripeness of the tannins allows the natural radiance of the year to come through loud and clear. The 2015 is a special. Rancia is quite simply one of the world's greatest and most iconic wines. (AG) 97+" (02/2019) 95 points James Suckling: "Plenty of dark plums, black cherries, blackberry pie, cedar, ...Read More » 

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93 points Wine Enthusiast: "Opaque and inky brown, the restrained aroma hints at espresso. On the palate, it's a wash of espresso, hazelnut and cola, with a pleasantly fleeting sweet-ness followed by a long, herbal finish. (KN)" (04/2014) K&L Notes: An hour or so has passed since your last spoon full of smashed yams, your concluding hunk of brioche stuffing, your final, fateful bite of tryptophan-laden turkey, and yet you cannot pull yourself from the table. You are full, beyond full. Never fear, Averna is here! Leave it to the Sicilians to come up wit ...Read More » 

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98 points Wine Enthusiast: "Cellar Selection:" (02/2019) 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 fr ...Read More » 

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Pasetti's vineyards lie in the heart of Italy's Abruzzo, between the Tirino and Pescara valleys at the foot of Gran Sasso and Maiella. The location's favorable climate, varied terrain and clay chalk and skeleton-rich rocky subsoils result in some of the best wines coming out of Italy today. Made by husband and wife team Franco and Mimma from vineyards at 550 meters above sea level, their Montepulciano d'Abruzzo is aromatic, balanced and elegant. The perfect weeknight red.

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