Acclaim

“Take a bowl of cherries warmed in the perfect sweet-savory syrup – that’s your first impression. Each sniff brings something new: dried leaves scattered on the ground, fresh bay leaf, a hint of tobacco. The palate’s loaded with berries and plums in every form imaginable, but there’s this brilliant lift that keeps everything in check. It’s the kind of wine that’s gone before you know it, not because you’re trying to analyze it, but because it’s just that drinkable.” — Jeff Porter

Racy and loaded with class, the 2024 Etna Bianco has delicate scents of Spanish broom, eucalyptus, stone fruit and citrus. On the vibrant palate, a saline mineral note underpins yellow pear, Myer lemon and white almond. It has great racy tension thanks to crisp acidity that also lends a pristine quality. Abv: 13% Kerin O’Keefe July 2025 ©kerinokeefe.com

The nose is a mocha cake garnished with Luxardo cherries, but also has savory aromas of tar and leather for balance. The palate presents sweet bing and black cherries, beneath a dusting of orange zest, while more coffee and chocolate on the finish tie everything together.” — Danielle Callegari

Cherry, strawberry and orange peel flavors are allied to a vibrant structure in this red, with both lively acidity and resonant tannins. Earth, iron and tobacco notes add depth and detail. This is balanced and lingers nicely. Best from 2027 through 2043. 1,000 cases made, 100 cases imported.” -Bruce Sanderson

“A core of cherry and plum leads off, accented with vanilla, earth, eucalyptus and iron notes. Muscular, with an expansive finish accentuating the tannins. Enjoy this on the earlier side. Best from 2027 through 2038.” – Brunc Sanderson

The 2023 Bellamarsilia, 100% Sangiovese, is laced with scents of dried red cherry, mint, dried herbs, cedar, leather and incense. This is a richer style of coastal Sangiovese that works so well. Time in the glass brings out the wine’s textural resonance and body.” -Antonio Galloni, Vinous

The 2022 Poggioraso is 100% Cabernet Franc. Dried cherry, herbs, menthol, licorice and dried flowers lend notable aromatic complexity. This is an especially earthy, savory wine, one that seems more marked by the signatures of place rather than varietal character. ” -Antonio Galloni, Vinous

“The 2022 Poggioraso is 100% Cabernet Franc. Dried cherry, herbs, menthol, licorice and dried flowers lend notable aromatic complexity. This is an especially earthy, savory wine, one that seems more marked by the signatures of place rather than varietal character. ” -Antonio Galloni, Vinous

“his fruity red has aromas of oranges, cherries, licorice and vanilla. It’s juicy with a medium to full body, chalky tannins and a fun, citrusy undertone. Drink now.” -James Suckling, Jun. 2025