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This is perfumed and so characterful with plenty of tropical and floral notes as well as a solid, mineral backbone. Pineapple, candied citrus fruit, honeysuckle, rose hips and crushed stones on the nose, following through to a medium to full body with steady acidity. Crunchy, fresh and firm. Very well made. Drink now or hold. Screw cap.

This is a bright, fruit-forward pinot that has fresh plums, cherries and rose hips on the nose. It’s crunchy and medium-bodied on the palate. Excellent tension. Drink now. Screw cap.

This has an elegant and pretty nose of sage, mushrooms, red berry fruit, orange slices, wet stones and minerals. It’s sleek, fresh and tight-grained, with a medium body and a precise finish. Drink or hold. Screw cap.

A fresh and focused white with plenty of lemons, apples, savory herbs and hints of guava skin on the nose. Medium-bodied, clean and minerally with vivid acidity. Crunchy and crisp. Drink now. Screw cap.

“Apricot, peach blossoms, candied lemon zest and cut mint quickly lift from the glass of this Moscato. Zippy acidity keeps the lush and fruit-forward palate in balance as the wine finishes with a light and refreshing fizziness.” — Jeff Porter, Wine Enthusiast, May 2024

“Rich, refreshing and complex, featuring cherry, plum, earth, leather and mineral flavors. This red is vibrant, with hints of licorice and tamarind. Best of all, the ripe fruit, supple texture and resonant tannins extend to a white pepper–tinged finish. Best from 2026 through 2042. 2,750 cases made, 850 cases imported.” – Bruce Sanderson, Wine Spectator

“This red is densely textured and austere, offering cherry and plum fruit and earth notes buried within the muscular frame. Nonetheless, this is ripe and full of energy, with fine length despite the compact finish. Best from 2027 through 2040. 1,340 cases made, 450 cases imported.” – Bruce Sanderson, Wine Spectator, June 2024

“The most moving wine of the night thanks to its advanced age, complexity and uncanny energy at 47, the radiant 1977 Brunello Cottimello captivates with aromas of forest floor, flint, pipe tobacco, orange zest and a whiff of goudron. Named after the firm’s historic estate and surrounding vineyards, it beautifully demonstrates the marathon aging potential of classically crafted Brunello from select vintages, areas and producers. Linear, lithe, and ethereally elegant, the depth sneaks up on you, offering layers of flavors including dried cherry, pomegranate, tobacco, dark spice and a saline tang. The tannins have mellowed while vibrant acidity lends great energy. Of all the wines, this was the one that changed the most and continuously in the glass. Drink or hold. Abv: 12.5%” -Kerin O’Keefe May 2024 ©kerinokeefe.com

“The compelling 1988 Riserva Vigneti dei Cottimelli opens with aromas of flinty mineral, orange zest, crème caramel and hints of asphalt. It’s irresistibly smooth, with silky tannins that seamlessly support marzipan, dried cherry, tobacco and licorice while a smoky note lingers on the close. While not as vibrant as the racy 1977, it’s balanced and delicious. Drink. Abv: 13.5%” -Kerin O’Keefe May 2024 ©kerinokeefe.com

“Still so youthful, the delicious 1997 Riserva delivers layers of black cherry, crushed raspberry, baking spice, prune and almond flavors. Taut, polished tannins and bright acidity keep it well balanced and energized. Boasting weightless concentration, it’s a stunning wine. Drink or hold. Best through 2037. Abv: 13.5%” -Kerin O’Keefe May 2024 ©kerinokeefe.com