Acclaim

“Beautifully fragrant, exuding incense, exotic spice and wild herb aromas, this graceful version shows focus and complexity without excessive weight, layering the fine-grained tannins and poached black cherry, leather and mineral flavors on a bright, medium-bodied frame. Drink now through 2027.-” -A.N, Wine Spectator, Aug. 29, 2018

“You gotta love the little spider depicted on the front label of this wine. It refers to the mystical cult of Tarantism practiced in this part of Southern Italy in which a tarantula bite is believed to send women (mostly) into an all-night frenzy. Tarantism is revived and widely popular today as a rave-like dance craze. The 2015 Aglianico del Vulture Piano del Cerro is packaged in a very heavy glass bottle. It pours out slowly to reveal dried blackberry, spice, Spanish cedar and campfire ash. This Aglianico is virtually impenetrable in appearance. The oak-driven tannins are sweet and spicy. This is a big wine with a capital B.” – Monica Larner, Wine Advocate, Aug. 31, 2018

“The 2017 Rosato Pipoli opens to a loud pink color with neon highlights. The bouquet shows tangy berry aromas backed by mint, wild sage and dusty mineral. This is a fresh, fruit-forward rosé to drink with friends on the back porch. Bottle production tops 100,000 units. You get excellent value here.” -Monica Larner, Wine Advocate, Aug. 31, 2018

“Pure and refined, this red boasts cherry, strawberry, floral and mineral aromas and flavors. Sleek and balanced, this stays focused and long on the terrific aftertaste. Very fresh and vibrant. Best from 2020 through 2033.” -B.S., Wine Spectator, Aug. 22, 2018

“Aromas of Mediterranean brush, yellow apple, crushed rock and juicy citrus flow over to the bright savory palate along with pear and savory mineral notes. Bright acidity imparts a refreshing finish.” – Kerin O’Keefe, Wine Enthusiast, Aug. 1, 2018

“Enticing flavors of sweet cherry and strawberry are accented by leather, licorice and tar details in this solidly built yet supple red. Notes of wild herb, menthol, mineral and underbrush add interest as this plays out on the finish. Best from 2022” – BS, WIne Spectator, Oct. 15, 2018

The fruit here really takes your breath away with its intensity, as well as purity. Blackberry crumble, pressed violets, ink, iodine, charcoal, vanilla and resin. It’s the polish of the tannins that really makes this wine, carrying itself effortlessly over a shimmer of electric acidity to the long finish. Drink in 2023. Made from organically grown grapes.

Cellar Selection “This opens with aromas of black-skinned berry, scorched earth and leather. The elegant, concentrated palate doles out red currant jam, ripe blackberry, white pepper, clove and cinnamon tones alongside assertive tannins. Drink 2020–2030.” –Kerin O’Keefe, Wine Enthusiast, Jul. 1, 2018

Cellar Selection “This opens with ripe black-skinned berry, leather and earthy truffle aromas. The firm, concentrated palate offers cassis, blackberry jam, licorice and black pepper notes alongside noble tannins. Enjoy 2019–2028.” –Kerin O’Keefe, Wine Enthusiast, Jul. 1, 2018

“Black cherry, vanilla and balsamic herb aromas take center stage in this supple blend of 70% Montepulciano and 30% Sangiovese. The savory palate shows black cherry, ripe blackberry and black pepper notes balanced by freshness and polished tannins.” –Kerin O’Keefe, Wine Enthusiast, Jul. 1, 2018