Acclaim

Cellar Selection.

“Purity rings through this Barolo from its first moments. The wine sings out of the glass with crystalline clarity: strawberry and raspberry notes float alongside dried leaves while gentle hints of herbs and mushrooms add complexity. The palate carries a positive energy where fine tannins create a framework for crunchy fruit leading to a lifted and saline finish. This is stunning wine. The “del Comune” designation truly captures Verduno’s identity through its beautiful, elegant plushness, balanced with structure built for longevity. Drink Now – 2040 +” — Jeff Porter

“This Verduno Pelaverga opens like a garden in full splendor with aromas of fresh mint and bay leaf draped over wild berries still warm from the sun, with flowers scattered throughout. The palate brings pure joy, vibrant and fruit-filled, while a gentle chill amplifies its lush, ripe character. A wine that delivers pleasure without pretense, making everyone at the table smile.” — Jeff Porter

“The wine is a study in reserved darkness and nuanced spice, carrying an unexpectedly pretty undertone. Flavors of black raspberry, including the texture of the seeds, blend with succulent black cherries and the brightness of red plum. This profile is wrapped in a soft, rounded texture, resulting in a harmonious balance on the extended finish. Drink Now – 2040” — Jeff Porter

Earthy aromas of dark cherries and a touch of cedar. The palate is medium- to full-bodied with firm, incisive tannins that grip at the front, balanced by fresh acidity. The finish is taut and persistent. A blend of cabernet sauvignon and merlot that will benefit from another year or two of aging.” -Jacobo Garcia-Andrade Llamas, JamesSuckling.com, Aug. 2025

The Pietradolce 2021 Santo Spirito Etna Rosso is a staggeringly charismatic
wine. The nose alone makes you want to dive in thanks to its compelling
aromas of rose, lavender, Mediterranean brush, pine, dark spice, eucalyptus and a whiff of black olive. Smooth and all about finesse, the delicious
palate delivers mature Morello cherry, bramble berry, blood orange, saline
and almond before a licorice close. Tightly woven, velvety tannins and fresh
acidity provide structure and beautiful balance. What a gorgeous wine. Drink
2026–2036. Abv: 14% Kerin O’Keefe August 2025 kerinokeefe.co

The Pietradolce 2021 Santo Spirito Etna Rosso is a staggeringly charismatic
wine. The nose alone makes you want to dive in thanks to its compelling
aromas of rose, lavender, Mediterranean brush, pine, dark spice, eucalyptus and a whiff of black olive. Smooth and all about finesse, the delicious
palate delivers mature Morello cherry, bramble berry, blood orange, saline
and almond before a licorice close. Tightly woven, velvety tannins and fresh
acidity provide structure and beautiful balance. What a gorgeous wine. Drink
2026–2036. Abv: 14% Kerin O’Keefe August 2025 kerinokeefe.co

The straight Pietradolce 2023 Etna Rosso is a beautiful wine that has alluring aromas of lavender, eucalyptus, crushed stone and dark, exotic spice. On the savory palate, taut, fine-grained tannins accompany succulent Bing cherry, blood orange, star anise and flinty mineral. Made with 100% Nerello Mascalese grown 800m above sea level, it has bright acidity that keeps it balanced and fresh. A fantastic showing for the challenging vintage. Drink through 2033. Abv: 14.5% Kerin O’Keefe August 2025 ©kerinokeefe.com

Made with Nerello Mascalese planted 700m above sea level, the 2024 Etna Rosato from Pietradolce is loaded with finesse while great energy lifts savory flavors of pomegranate, peach pit, white pepper and orange drop before a saline finish. Vibrant acidity lends racy tension. Drink. Abv: 13% Kerin O’Keefe August 2025 ©kerinokeefe.com

“Attractive notes of currants, black cherries, cocoa and hints of vanilla and dried tangerine peel. Polished and well composed, with a medium to full body and fine but firm, lightly chewy tannins. Bright and fresh. From organically grown grapes. Already attractive, but better in a year or two. Try after 2026.” -James Suckling, Jul. 2024

This white has both herbal and smoky undertones to the aromas of lime peel, smoked almonds and vanilla. It’s medium-bodied and creamy with fresh acidity. Vegan. Drink now. Screw cap.” -James Suckling