Acclaim

“Wild raspberry and red currant aromas leap from the glass, dancing with fresh-snipped thyme and garden herbs in a spring breeze. The palate channels pure joy through crunchy red fruit, electric acidity racing across the tongue while subtle earthy notes ground the finish. This is the new benchmark for Valpolicella, capturing everything great about this region: freshness, soul, and pure deliciousness.” — Jeff Porter

“Each swirl unleashes a mesmerizing whiff of smoke-kissed cherries, crushed cardamom, and charred sage that keeps pulling you back for one more deep breath. What starts as a broad, generous mouthful transforms into a focused journey, as fine-grained tannins and vibrant acidity guide dark currants and cola-tinged plum skin toward a savory finish, try with bulgogi.” — Jeff Porter

“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