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“Vibrant black cherry, raspberry preserves, cedar shavings and dusty earth form a wildly attractive bouquet as the 2021 Rosso di Montalcino opens in the glass. This is like pure velvet on the palate, yet spicy and intense, with a stern core of minerality and zesty acidity that adds a sense of boundless energy. This turns savory, nearly salty, finishing with a staining of licorice and spice as gently grippy tannins resonate. This is fantastic and built for medium-term cellaring.” – Eric Guadio, Vinous

“Cedar and mint hints complement depths of musky red currant and dried cherries as the darkly alluring 2016 Brunello di Montalcino smolders up from the glass. This is a model of purity, with textures of pure silk. It’s vibrant, verging on nervous acidity, mixing ripe strawberry with a tart cranberry crunch as orange traces add further depth toward the close. Still structured yet not aggressively so, the 2016 finishes long and staining. A gentle tug of fine tannins adds youthful poise as the cheeks pucker for another sip. This is already showing beautifully, yet patience is recommended. ” – Eric Guido, Vinous

“Organically grown, this Amarone opens with aromas of macerated black cherries, pressed violets, freshly roasted coffee and bittersweet chocolate all in tandem. The balanced palate offers plum and turned earth along with a lifted finish with notes of minerality and bright acidity. Drink now.” — Jeff Porter, Wine Enthusiast

Aromas of candied cherries, macerated raspberries, dried rose and forest floor all combine on the nose of this wine. An excellent example of the elegance of La Morra, the palate is lifted with superfine tannins that support the supple red fruit notes, mixed spices and mineral-driven finish. Drink now–2045. — Jeff Porter

“A certified organic wine, the 2021 Verdicchio Classico Castelli di Jesi Classico Superiore Bucci only sees stainless steel, and fruit is sourced from across 31 hectares of vines on limestone-clay soils. This pretty wine delivers terrific freshness and aromatic sharpness with grapefruit, exotic tones, saffron and white licorice. This vintage is especially intense and focused. This is a big production of 100,000 bottles.” -Monica Larner, Wine Advocate, Oct. 2023

“The organic Villa Bucci 2020 Verdicchio Classico Castelli di Jesi Classico Superiore Bucci is lovely and balanced with green apple, papaya, honey and crushed stone. The wine offers good equilibrium between the freshness of its primary flavors and its natural acidity. Annual production for this popular wine is under 100,000 bottles.” -Monica Larner, Wine Advocate, Oct. 2023

“A pretty red, evoking rose, cherry, strawberry and subtle herb aromas and flavors. Though elegant, this is firmly structured, with a hint of black pepper on the finish. Drink now through 2029. 1,800 cases made, 500 cases imported.” – Brune Sanderson, Wine Spectator, Oct. 2023

“Showing the intensity and concentration of the vintage but also the finesse that’s the hallmark of this storied estate, the 2019 Fuligni is a stunner. It opens with aromas of camphor, violet, dog rose and spice while the full-bodied, enveloping palate delivers succulent black cherry, crushed raspberry, dried mint and licorice alongside velvety tannins. Boasting a weightless elegance, it closes on a note of almond liqueur. Drink 2029–2039. Abv: 15%” – Kerin O’Keefe, Oct. 2023, ©kerinokeefe.com

The 2022 Vermentino di Gallura Superiore is wickedly fresh, opening with a burst of white smoke and stone dust invigorated by candied citrus and mint. It’s silky and supple, nearly oily in feel, with zesty acidity to balance and crisp orchard fruits that cascade throughout. This leaves a tinge of sour lime while finishing long yet remarkably fresh, with a green apple crunch punctuating the experience. Nicely done.  – Eric Guido, Vinous

White pepper and savory herbs give way to crushed plums, cloves and underbrush as the 2019 Isola dei Nuraghi 755mt smolders up from the glass. It washes across the palate with textures of pure silk, displaying mineral-tinged wild berries and exotic spices, all guided by zesty acidity. A staining of grippy tannins lingers as this tapers off with a balsamic character and is structured for the cellar. There is a lot of power here, yet balance as well, as the 2019 does an excellent job of hiding its 16% abv. The 755mt is a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Alicante, Cannonau, Carignano and Sangiovese. – Eric Guido, Vinous