Italian Wine

Using fruit from a variety of vineyard parcels with varied soil types, Almondo’s ‘Vigne Sparse’ is a classic expression of Arneis: refreshing acidity leads to aromas and flavors of citrus peel, peach, pear, and... Read More

This ‘orange’ wine from natural wine superstar Elisabetta Foradori’s Tuscany project Ampeleia is a field blend of white Italian varieties fermented with skin contact, which results in the copper color, slight... Read More

This tiny-production white ferments and matures in underground clay amphorae with a short period of skin contact and some oxidative handling. Waxy in texture, but with excellent acidity, it offers notes of honey, nuts, wildflowers,... Read More

From a valley between two spent volcanos, comes this small-production, low-intervention red. The three varieties are co-fermented and matured in underground clay amphorae. Elegant, delicate, & fresh, with red fruit, floral aromas,... Read More

This powerful wine is sustainably farmed in the Umbrian sub-region Montefalco, the indigenous home of Sagrantino. Rustic and full-bodied, it layers flavors and aromas of ripe red fruit, saddle leather, and hints of clove, star... Read More

This is an intense, full-bodied red with powerful aromas and flavors of wildflowers, violets, strawberry jam, subtle spice, and a well-structured finish with firm, food-friendly tannins. An excellent value for fans of big Tuscan... Read More

Although sometimes associated with bold, tannic, somewhat “rough” country wines, Nero d’Avola in the right hands can produce fresh, elegant wines that are well worth your attention! Aromas & flavors of wild blueberry,... Read More

Dedicated to quality production, this delightful bubbly is sourced from the best fruit in Bisol’s steep, hillside plots in Valdobbiadene. Fine, lively perlage leads to an intense, fresh citrusy nose and dry but fruit-forward... Read More

Fresh and fruity, this Italian sparkling rosé offers hints of fresh strawberry, lychee, and rose petals with well-balanced acidity. Dry and pleasant, but very fruit forward, this just might be the ultimate choice for boozy... Read More

Dedicated to quality production, this delightful bubbly is sourced from the best fruit in Bisol’s steep, hillside plots in Valdobbiadene. Fine, lively perlage leads to an intense, fresh citrusy nose and dry but fruit-forward... Read More

A Prosecco in all but name—thanks to an obscure regional law—this dry, traditionally-made sparkling wine is among the finest examples of the style. Bone dry, fresh, and expressive, with aromas of citrus and green apples.... Read More

Powerful and rich, with intense aromas and flavors of ripe fruit, dark plums, figs, and raisins supported by tobacco, figs, and anise. A perfect wine for a cold evening or thoughtful relaxation or a hearty meal. Luxurious!... Read More

Nicknamed a ‘baby Amarone’ for good reason, this Ripasso is rich, dense, and full-bodied, with notes of dried plums and figs. Decant before enjoying and it’s velvety, smooth, and very delicious. Luxurious!... Read More

Intensely structured with a subtle hint of Valpolicella’s famous ‘ripasso’ method, this is dry but bold and fruit forward, with aromas and flavors of redcurrant, black cherry, baking spice, and vanilla. Decant... Read More

Named Veneto’s next superstar by the late (and inimitable) Giuseppe Quintarelli, Tomasso Bussola’s Amarone is already the stuff of legend: dense, dark and chocolate-y, with luxurious flavors of dried fig and plum with... Read More

From a 7-hectare vineyard of 60-to-80-year-old vines on the slopes of Mt. Etna, this complex, concentrated red offers plenty of earthy, mushroomy funk mingled with bright red fruit, floral undertones, and elegant minerality. Drink... Read More

This entry level Sangiovese from Giacomo Bartolommei offers dusty dried cherries, fresh violets and citrus zest. It’s all the elegance and complexity of a Brunello in a more accessible style and price point, perfect for... Read More

Quite approachable even in its youth, this is an ideal Brunello to pop and pour tonight—big, bold, and broad-shouldered, it offers bright Tuscan acidity, layered red fruit, leather, and earth, with a powerfully structured... Read More

A ‘Baby Brunello’ at an exceptional value! Characteristic Tuscany acidity, with bright cherry fruit, subtle baking spice, and earthy hints of saddle leather and woody herbs. Wonderful purity and focus—an outstanding... Read More

Massimo Setaro is determined to raise his region’s reputation for fine wine—and from tasting this, he seems quite successful! From vines planted in Vesuvio National Park, with the active volcano’s danger zone,... Read More

Made fewer than half a dozen times, only in certain vintages, & from 100-year-old vines of a rare, lighter-skinned clone of Nebbiolo called ‘Nebbiolo Rosé,’ this is a perfectly preserved snapshot of nearly lost... Read More