{"title":"90+ Points James Suckling","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"viticciochianticlassicorsv15-w","title":"Viticcio Chianti Classico Riserva DOCG 2019 (Tuscany, Italy) - [WS 95, #14 of '25] [VM 93] [JS 92] [WA 91]","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003ca title=\"Our collection of wine spectator top 100 wines of the year\" href=\"https:\/\/artisan.wine\/collections\/wine-spectators-top-100-wines-of-2025?usf_sort=r\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClick here to see all Wine Spectator Top 100 Wines of 2025 we have in stock—while still available!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAbout the Winery: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: normal;\"\u003eLocated midway between the cities of Florence and Sienna, in the heart of Chianti Classico region, the history of Viticcio is actually the history of the Landini family which, in the early 1960s, became the owner of the winery. The founder, Lucio Landini, an engineer, was also a man deeply attached to Tuscan tradition, the Chianti soil and its products. From modest beginnings the focus remains the same today - the production of high quality wines worthy of an expert international clientele. Viticcio in now owned and managed by Alessandro Landini who, by following in his father's footsteps, is the epitome of a new class of wine entrepreneurs.In addition, the winery has been renovated to include the most modern, cutting-edge technology.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout this Wine:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eDenomination: Chianti Classico DOCG Riserva \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: normal;\"\u003eGrape varieties: 90% Sangiovese, 5% Merlot, 5% Syrah \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: normal;\"\u003eFirst vintage produced: 1970\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eVinification: Alcoholic fermentation at 26-30°C in stainless steel and maceration for 20 days. Malolactic fermentation in both wood and stainless steel \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: normal;\"\u003eAging: in barriques of 225 and 300 l for 12 months and large Slavonian oak barrels for 12 months \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: normal;\"\u003eTasting notes: Opulent, this red is maturing, with black cherry, blackberry, plum, leather and mineral flavors that are beginning to transform into woodsy, dried fruit notes. This is still fresh, focused and balanced, nevertheless, with plenty of time ahead. Sangiovese, Merlot and Syrah. Best from 2026 through 2043.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRatings \u0026amp; Reviews\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e95 Points, #14 Top 100 of 2025 - Wine Spectator:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Aromas of violet and wild herbs give way to flavors of black cherry, blackberry and black currant in this tense, saturated red, which is just beginning to relax and open up now, six years after the harvest. Shows terrific balance, with a long, black pepper–infused aftertaste. Sangiovese and Merlot. Drink now through 2045. 5,000 cases made, 2,500 cases imported.\" - Bruce Sanderson (Aug 2025) \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e93 Points - Vinous Media:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The 2019 Chianti Classico Riserva is a dark, beguiling wine. Wild cherry, kirsch, sweet tobacco, hard candy and cedar open nicely in the glass. Layered and persistent, with fine balance, the Riserva is another winner in this range. This is an especially dense, weighty style, but it works.\" - Antonio Galloni (Jul 2024)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e92 Points - James Suckling:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Attractive nose of dark cherries, dark chocolate, dried herbs, bay leaves and beeswax. Medium-bodied with round tannins. It’s polished, balanced and harmonious with a delicious core of juicy fruit and a precise finish. From organically grown grapes.\" (Jan 2024)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e91 Points - Wine Advocate:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"In the bottle with the black label, the organic Viticcio 2019 Chianti Classico Riserva reveals a loose texture with plenty of generous black fruit packed tight at the core. You don't get the high tones as much in this expression, but the baritone tones are well covered. The tannins are fine and the wine shows medium length. The blend is 90% Sangiovese with 5% Merlot and 5% Syrah.\" - Monica Larner (Jul 2024)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Serendipity Wines","offers":[{"title":"750 mL","offer_id":40873037627551,"sku":"","price":32.97,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0481\/8940\/7391\/files\/vitticcioheader_e8a491e7-695a-4f04-8860-534aed0cdec6.png?v=1771712714"},{"product_id":"viettibarolocastiglione11-5m-w","title":"Vietti Barolo \"Castiglione\" DOCG 2011 - 5.0L MAGNUM - (Piedmont, Italy) - [WA 92] [VM 90-92] [JS 92]","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Winery:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eLocated in the heart of the Langhe hills, at the top of the village of Castiglione Falletto, the Vietti wine cellar was founded in the late 1800s by Carlo Vietti. Alfredo Currado married Luciana Vietti and is largely responsible for the resurrection of the Arneis grape. Today the estate is led by Luca Currado Vietti and his wife Elena.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn 2016 the historic winery was acquired by Krause Holdings, enabling Luca and Elena Currado, the fourth generation in charge of the Vietti brand, to add a number of prized crus to the estate’s holdings, all while maintaining the family approach for which the cellar has always been known.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eAbout This Wine: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe grapes are selected from vineyards located in Castiglione Falletto, Monforte, Barolo and Novello where the vines are planed an average of 4.800 vines per hectare. The vines are 7 to 35 years old with yields of 35 hl\/ha, grown using the gouyot system. After harvesting, the grapes are gently pressed. Fermentation occurs in stainless steel with daily cap submersion for extraction of flavor and color.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAging: \u003c\/b\u003eThe wine is then aged for 24 months in casks. The wine was blended in stainless steel tanks 8 months before bottling.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFood Pairings: \u003c\/b\u003eHearty stew, wild game, roasted red meats and cheeses.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eGrapes: \u003c\/b\u003e100% Nebbiolo\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAlcohol: \u003c\/b\u003e14.85 % Alc. by vol.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTotal Acidity:\u003c\/b\u003e 5.93 g\/l\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTotal dry extract: \u003c\/b\u003e30.6 g\/L\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"width: 100%; height: 2px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRatings \u0026amp; Reviews\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold; font-size: 13pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e92 Points - Robert Parker's Wine Advocate:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The 2011 Barolo Castiglione is Vietti's proverbial bread-and-butter wine. It is made in larger volumes and it shows consistent quality that consumers have come to count on. Fruit is sourced from the greater Castiglione area. The nose is compact and impeccable with dark cherry and plum, backed by spice, licorice and anise seed. There's even a playful touch of bitter chocolate on the close.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e90-92 Points -\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e Vinous Media:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The 2011 Barolo Castiglione is a drop-dead gorgeous beauty. Sweet red berries, freshly cut flowers, spices and mint are some of the many notes that grace the palate in a young Barolo with extraordinary finesse. Although just bottled, the 2011 shows very, very well today.\" - Antonio Galloni (Sept. 2014)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e92 Points - James Suckling:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Bright and beautiful with dried berry, hazelnut and citrus character. Full body, firm tannins and a fresh finish. All the Vietti pedigree here with a more reasonable price. Better in 2018.\" (April 13th, 2015)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"CHAMBERS \u0026 CHAMBERS","offers":[{"title":"5.0L","offer_id":37423043182751,"sku":"VTT3201711 (6PK)","price":899.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0481\/8940\/7391\/files\/vietti-piemont-barolo-castiglione-docg-2019-doppel-magnum-in-original-holzkiste-05246419.jpg?v=1770331551"},{"product_id":"viejoisaiasmalbecrsv18-w","title":"Viejo Isaias Malbec Reserva 2018 (Mendoza, Argentina) - [JS 91]","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eAbout This Wine: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Reserva wine embodies the spirit of Don Isaias­ Hernandez; hardworking and strong. The wine is produced from higher, stonier parcels of the vineyards.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eVinification: 100% malolactic fermentation. Aged 12 months in used American oak. Aged 6 months minimum in the bottle before release.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eVarietal: 100% Malbec\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eIntense touch of blueberries and plums, highlighted with vanilla and white chocolate from the oak aging. A nice wine with a good body, full of sweet tannins with good concentration and long persistence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold; font-size: 13pt;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRatings \u0026amp; Reviews\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e91 Points - James Suckling:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Perfumed strawberries, red cherries, violets and fine, roasted spices. There is a floral tone on the palate with juicy, freshly cut raspberries, framed by a firm, well-poised tannin structure. Drink now.\" - (16 Feb, 2020)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Artisan Wine \u0026 Spirits","offers":[{"title":"750 mL","offer_id":40873043099807,"sku":"AR0EE158043MBM","price":25.97,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0481\/8940\/7391\/products\/VIEJOISAIASMALBECRESERVA.png?v=1623789974"},{"product_id":"viejoisaiasmalbec18-w","title":"Viejo Isaias Clasico Malbec 2018 (Mendoza, Argentina) - [JS 90]","description":"\u003cp\u003eAbout This Wine: \u003cbr\u003eFrom the lowest parcels, with the deepest loam and clay. The coolest site with fastest draining.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eVinified in stainless steel. Alcoholic fermentation is controlled with selected yeasts. Skin contact maceration for 20 days. 100% malolactic fermentation. Aged 40% in American oak (2nd \u0026amp; 3rd use); 60% inox for 6 months. Aged 6 months minimum in bottle before release.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVibrantly red, with blue and purple glints. It has complex aromas of plum and ripe fruit, evoking dry fig. In the mouth it is velvety and long, with a rich aftertaste, full of fine, sweet, ripe tannins.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePairings: Excellent when paired with red meats, pasta with spicy sauces, matured cheeses.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRatings \u0026amp; Reviews\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e90 Points - James Suckling:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Red cherries, dried herbs and spices. Light to medium body, fine tannins and a fruity finish. Soft and straightforward.\" - James Suckling (March 2019)\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.wineaccess.com\/expert\/tanzer\/article.html?content_id=68653\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"KYSELA","offers":[{"title":"750 mL","offer_id":40873046278303,"sku":"AR0EE158042MBM","price":21.97,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0481\/8940\/7391\/products\/viejoIsaiasMalbec18-w-2.jpg?v=1614116497"},{"product_id":"veuveclicquotyellowlabel-h-w","title":"Veuve Clicquot Brut Yellow Label N.V. [375 mL HALF-BOTTLE] (Champagne, France) - [JS 91] [DM 91] [WS 91]","description":"\u003cp\u003eClicquot's signature brut non-vintage is loved the world over for its crisp, full flavors, consistent quality and celebratory yellow label. This classically-styled, dry Champagne is a blend of two-thirds black grapes (Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier) for body, balanced with one-third Chardonnay for elegance. It has a fine persistent sparkle and golden Champagne color. Its complex nose of apple, citrus and caramel is followed by full flavors with elegance, crispness and a slightly spicy finish.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRatings \u0026amp; Reviews\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e91 Points - James Suckling:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"This has aromas of grapefruit, pomegranates, and biscuits. It’s honeyed and sleek with a medium body and supple bubbles. Soft and creamy finish. Majority pinot noir, with chardonnay and meunier. Around 40% reserve wines. 10g\/l dosage.\" (Jan 2023)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e91 Points - Decanter Magazine:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Tasted in magnum, the nose offers yeasty bready aromas topped with fresh citrus, hints of stone fruit and strawberry tart. A palate of fresh croissants, red berries, green apple and lively lemon citrus, with the larger format lending lovely creaminess to the bright finish. Veuve Clicquot's iconic Yellow Label is a blend of 30% Chardonnay, 20% Pinot Meunier and 50% Pinot Noir, which provides the cuvée's signature structure. Up to 45% reserve wines in the blend ensure consistency. \"- Julie Sheppard (Jul 2024)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e91 Points - Wine Spectator:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"This harmonious Champagne is appealing for its refreshing, aperitif style, yet there’s greater focus than is typical for an aperitif to the notes of patisserie apple and pear, lemon parfait, chopped almond and oyster shell. Its vibrant acidity and lacy texture carry the profile on the mineral-driven finish. Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Pinot Meunier. Drink now.\" - Alison Napjus (Nov 2025)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e89 Points - Jeb Dunnuck:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Comprising 85% of production, the NV Champagne Yellow Label Brut is 40% Pinot Noir, 30% Chardonnay, and the rest Meunier, with 35-40% reserve wine. Entirely fermented and aged in stainless steel tanks, it spends three years on the lees, and the wine sees 9 grams per liter of dosage, but the house does not disclose the disgorgement date. A golden straw hue, it’s ripe with aromas of yeasty bread dough, peaches, and fresh flowers. Medium-bodied on the palate, it’s ripe and juicy with rounded red berried fruit, a supple texture, a pillowy mousse, and a warming finish. Fresh and inviting, this is a solid and consistent aperitif to enjoy over the coming several years.\" - Audrey Frick (Nov 2023)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Artisan Wine \u0026 Spirits","offers":[{"title":"375 ml","offer_id":37423059304607,"sku":"41898 (24PK)","price":44.97,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0481\/8940\/7391\/products\/VEUVECLIQUOT_BRUT_375_bottle.gif?v=1640982866"},{"product_id":"veritedesire15-w","title":"Verite \"Le Desir\" Red 2015 (Sonoma County, California) - [WA 100] [JS 98] [VM 96-98]","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAbout the Winery:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eJess Jackson convinced Bordelais Pierre Seillan to come to California from St.-Emilion to make these wines, and Vérité has been one of the classics for well over a decade. The La Muse cuvee represents a Pomerol-styled wine, La Joie a Medoc and Le Desir a St.-Emilion. These are long-term, concentrated, tannic efforts that usually require 5-10 years of bottle age, and are meant to age for at least three decades. Seillan has crafted multiple 100 point Wine Advocate wines under the Vérité label to date!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe Vérité Estate is located in the foothills of the Mayacamas Mountain range at the southern tip of Sonoma County's Alexander Valley. This unique location is just north of the confluence of the Chalk Hill and Knights Valley appellations, an area know for superior soil, climate, and potential to express a strong sense of terroir.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAbout this Wine:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBound by precision, elegance and grace, Le Désir is a Cabernet Franc-based blend that exudes high-toned, exotic aromatics, an iron graphite core and pronounced minerality. It is a complex symphony, at first presenting a quiet force that needs time to unveil its many delicate and mysterious layers.\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: bold;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: bold;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"field-wrapper field field--name-field-notes field--type-text-long field--label-above field__items\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"field__item\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"field-wrapper\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe hallmark of the 2015 Le Désir is its structured and precise palate. There is a line here, a balance between softness and hardness: iron-rich, rocky minerality, aromas of new leather and cigar, the clear, driving expression of bright red fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWild blackberries, cherries, and crisp apple join with the signature herbal tone of Cabernet Franc. Fresh, subtle pea shoots and heirloom tomato vine, notes of red licorice and tobacco box pave the way to a linear, silky finish, resounding with a floral bouquet of lilacs and violets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 1.4em;\"\u003eComposition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"field-wrapper field field--name-field-composition field--type-text-long field--label-above field__items\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"field__item\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"field-wrapper\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e64% Cabernet Franc\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e27% Merlot\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e5% Cabernet Sauvignon\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e4% Malbec\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRatings \u0026amp; Reviews\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e100 Points - Robert Parker's Wine Advocate:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"A blend of 64% Cabernet Franc, 27% Merlot, 5% Cabernet Sauvignon and 4% Malbec, the very deep garnet-purple colored 2015 Le Desir is a little reticent at this very youthful stage, offering glimpses at dusty soil, iron ore, black truffles and salami notes over a core of red currant jelly, black raspberries, blackberries and star anise plus a waft of roses. Medium-bodied, very firm and very elegant yet incredibly intense in the mouth, it delivers loads of red fruit and earthy layers, finishing with great length and depth. 2,500 cases produced.\" - Lisa Perrotti-Brown (Feb 2018)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e98 Points - James Suckling:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Love the aromas of black cherries and blackberries, violets and roses. Stunning. Full-bodied, layered and dense with focus and precision. Full tannins, yet compressed and polished. A great cabernet franc-based red. Give this four to five years of bottle age before drinking but already beautiful to taste.\" (May 23, 2018)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96-98 Points - Vinous Media:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The 2015 Le Desir, \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eVérité's\u003c\/span\u003e Cabernet Franc-based red, is racy and sumptuous in the glass. Bright floral notes give lift to the red-toned fruit as this silky yet powerful wine shows off its alluring personality.\" - Antonio Galloni (Apr 2018)\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e","brand":"Artisan Wine \u0026 Spirits","offers":[{"title":"750 mL","offer_id":37423060648095,"sku":"(3PK)","price":409.97,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0481\/8940\/7391\/products\/veritedesir08-w-2_83151792-e5f8-4081-8f2a-2fe456bd0432.jpg?v=1614116456"},{"product_id":"veritejoie15-w","title":"Verite \"La Joie\" Red 2015 (Sonoma County, California) - [WA 99] [JS 97] [VM 96]","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAbout the Winery:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eJess Jackson convinced Bordelais Pierre Seillan to come to California from St.-Emilion to make these wines, and Vérité has been one of the classics for well over a decade. The La Muse cuvee represents a Pomerol-styled wine, La Joie a Medoc and Le Desir a St.-Emilion. These are long-term, concentrated, tannic efforts that usually require 5-10 years of bottle age, and are meant to age for at least three decades. Seillan has crafted multiple 100 point Wine Advocate wines under the Vérité label to date!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe Vérité Estate is located in the foothills of the Mayacamas Mountain range at the southern tip of Sonoma County's Alexander Valley. This unique location is just north of the confluence of the Chalk Hill and Knights Valley appellations, an area know for superior soil, climate, and potential to express a strong sense of terroir.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout this Wine:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDerived from a layered concentration of primarily Cabernet Sauvignon grown along the steep hillsides and volcanic benches of the Mayacamas Mountains, La Joie is a commanding wine that will reward the patient collector. A true thoroughbred, it is exuberant, energetic, and proud—eager to show off at the first opportunity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e75% Cabernet Sauvignon, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e14% Merlot, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e7% Cabernet Franc, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e4% Petit Verdot\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size: medium; font-weight: bold;\" class=\"Apple-style-span\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"width: 100%; height: 2px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRatings \u0026amp; Reviews\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e99 Points - Robert Parker's Wine Advocate:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"A blend of 75% Cabernet Sauvignon, 14% Merlot, 6% Cabernet Franc and 5% Petit Verdot, the 2015 La Joie features a very deep purple-black color and almost electric nose of crushed blackcurrants, ripe black cherries and mulberries with sparks of raspberry pie, wild blueberries, unsmoked cigars, charcuterie and crushed stones. Medium to full-bodied and charged with the most amazing energy, the youthful, vibrant black-fruited palate is framed by very firm, very finely grained tannins and wonderful freshness, finishing with lingering crushed stones and earth layers. 4,000 cases produced.\" - Lisa Perrotti-Brown (28th Feb 2018)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e97 Points - James Suckling:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is a beautiful cabernet sauvignon-based red with blackcurrants, blueberries and a light mint character. Full-bodied, firm and tight with a compressed fruit structure and polished tannins. Extremely long and focused. A beautiful wine. Mostly cabernet sauvignon. Drink in 2021.\" (May 23, 2018)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e96 Points - Vinous Media:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Verite's 2015 La Joie is deep, powerful and structured, with tons of Cabernet savoriness running through a core of intense, dark fruit. Grilled herbs, leather, menthol and licorice all develop in the glass. Sumptuous and yet also structured, La Joie is another winner from Verite\" - Antonio Galloni (Apr 2018)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Artisan Wine \u0026 Spirits","offers":[{"title":"750 mL","offer_id":37423066349727,"sku":"(3PK)","price":409.97,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0481\/8940\/7391\/products\/veritejoie08-w-2_36544c52-56df-4ac4-bd81-4419be5dc599.jpg?v=1614116460"},{"product_id":"vassefelixtomcullity15-w","title":"Vasse Felix \"Tom Cullity\" Cabernet Sauvignon\/Malbec 2015 (Margaret River, Australia) - [RP 96] [WE 96] [JS 96]","description":"\u003cb\u003eAbout the wine:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: initial;\"\u003eDr Tom Cullity was a respected Cardiologist from Western Australia. He discovered the great table wines of Europe in the 1950s while in Britain working at the National Heart Hospital. Upon returning home, Tom set himself a mission to make fine wines in WA. He searched extensively for the perfect plot of land, taking guidance from the research of Professor Harold Olmo (1955) and Dr John Gladstones (1965) before establishing an 8 acre vineyard in Cowaramup called Vasse Felix.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eHis exhaustive work and persistence led to the successful creation of Margaret River’s first commercial wines. He is remembered for his pioneering role in establishing Margaret River.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRatings \u0026amp; Reviews\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e96 Points - Robert Parker's Wine Advocate: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"A blend of 80% Cabernet Sauvignon, 16% Malbec and 4% Petit Verdot, the 2015 Tom Cullity Cabernet Sauvignon Malbec boasts stunningly pure cassis aromas, with just enough hints of mint, sage, cedar and tobacco to impart welcome complexity. It's medium to full-bodied but linear and focused in style, with more length than breadth on the palate, layers of fine, mouth-coating tannins and a long, mouthwatering finish. While by no means unapproachable even now, expect it to be better in another five years and drink well for another decade or more after that.\" - Joe Czerwinski (11th Jun 2019)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e96 Points - Wine Enthusiast Magazine:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The third vintage of Tom Cullity is the best to date. This premium bottling offers threads of graphite, currants, black olives, nori, tomato leaf and roasted green peppers. These flavors, along with spicy French oak, are tightly woven with fine chalky tannins. Power and elegance share the limelight, and linearity trumps roundness and richness. Cellar through 2039. Christina Pickard\" - (12\/1\/2019)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e96 Points - James Suckling:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The 2015 Cullity is all about finesse and power with subtle aromas and flavors of currants, plums and autumnal leaves. Full body and firm, chewy tannins that give the wine length and freshness. Just keeps on growing on the palate. Better after 2022, but already a gem to taste. Drink in 2022 and onwards. Screw cap.\" - (10 May, 2019)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"WINEBOW","offers":[{"title":"750 mL","offer_id":40872933163167,"sku":"VFXTOM15C (6PK)","price":148.97,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0481\/8940\/7391\/products\/VasseFelixTomCullity13-w-2.jpg?v=1614116433"},{"product_id":"valdicavabrunellorsv13-w","title":"Valdicava Brunello di Montalcino \"Madonna del Piano\" Riserva DOCG 2013 (Tuscany, Italy) - [JS 98] [WA 96] [WS 93] [VM 92+]","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAbout this winery:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe Valdicava property lies on a high plane close to Montalcino. Wines from this area have as their signature characteristics a great balance between body and perfume. The winery dates back to 1953 when Bramante Abbruzzese was offered the opportunity to return to the property in Montalcino where his ancestors were sharecroppers centuries before. Today grandson Vincenzo Abbruzzese runs the show, producing up to 6000 cases each year with no chemical pesticides or fertilizers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRatings \u0026amp; Reviews\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e98 Points - James Suckling:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"This opens with savory, truffle and meaty aromas with a complex and quite cryptic nose that delivers a wealth of ripe plums and cherries, cedar and fresh, violet-like flowers, as well as some earthy nuances. The palate has a very sturdy, intense and power-charged core of rich plums and dark cherries, framed in quite fierce tannins that are so long. Super Brunello Riserva here with great potential. Try from 2022.\" (February 21, 2019)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 Points - Robert Parker's Wine Advocate:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Showing ripe and balanced fruit, the Valdicava 2013 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Madonna del Piano (with 15,666 bottles produced) offers many very positive attributes. The wine flaunts a slightly contemporary or international side, and it does so with extreme confidence and elegance. Much of that natural balance comes directly from the classic vintage that exhibits both the structure and acidity necessary for prolonged cellar aging. Now, in the wine's youngest phase, it offers lush primary cherry and blackberry flavors followed carefully by measured spice, toast and red rose potpourri.\" - Monica Larner (Jan 2019)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e93 Points - Wine Spectator:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Ripe, offering cherry, plum and floral aromas and flavors, matched to a rich texture. Tobacco and iron notes emerge as this builds to a lengthy finish. A touch dry on the finish, but the sweet fruit returns in the end. Best from 2022 through 2038.\" - BS (April 3, 2019)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e92+ Points - Vinous Media:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Deep ruby. Slightly reticent nose hints at black cherry, herbs and flint. Then juicy and bright, with deep flavors of minerals, blueberry and red cherry, complicated by peppery herbs. Closes long with repeating mineral nuances. A sleeping giant, the fruit is having a tough time emerging currently but I’d say there’s plenty there, just lying beneath the wine’s noble tannic cloak. Cellar this very refined Brunello for five or six years to see how it develops.\" - Ian D'Agata (Mar 2019)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Artisan Wine \u0026 Spirits","offers":[{"title":"750 mL","offer_id":37423092269215,"sku":"","price":239.97,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0481\/8940\/7391\/products\/ValdicavaBrunellodiMontalcino_MadonnadelPiano_Riserva_ffe5708e-ca10-4449-a26e-56a443092bad.png?v=1623806084"},{"product_id":"valdicavabrunellorsv12-w","title":"Valdicava Brunello di Montalcino \"Madonna del Piano\" Riserva DOCG 2012 (Tuscany, Italy) - [JS 98] [WS 96] [VM 95+] [WA 93] [WE 92]","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAbout this winery:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe Valdicava property lies on a high plane close to Montalcino. Wines from this area have as their signature characteristics a great balance between body and perfume. The winery dates back to 1953 when Bramante Abbruzzese was offered the opportunity to return to the property in Montalcino where his ancestors were sharecroppers centuries before. Today grandson Vincenzo Abbruzzese runs the show, producing up to 6000 cases each year with no chemical pesticides or fertilizers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRatings \u0026amp; Reviews\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: inline !important;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e98 Points - James Suckling:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\"A complex red with rose petals, violets, crushed stones and cherries follows through to a full body and chewy tannins that are poised and polished. Extremely long and intense. A top wine for the vintage. This needs three or four years, maybe more, to come together.\" (Apr 20, 2018)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cb\u003e96 Points - Wine Spectator:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\"This is opulent and powerful, offering black cherry, black currant, plum, leather, iron and tobacco flavors boosted by the racy acidity. Overall, this feels firm and complex, with a long finish. Not your typical style from the northern part of the Brunello di Montalcino zone, yet compelling. Best from 2022 through 2038. 650 cases made.\" - BS (Jun 30, 2018)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cb\u003e95+ Points - Vinous Media:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\"Deep ruby-red. Toasty oak and vanilla complicate red cherry and underbrush aromas and flavors. Then rich, dense and concentrated, but lovely violet lift provides clarity and cut to the suave flavors of red cherry, red currant, flint and vanilla. Much deeper and richer than the 2013 Brunello from Valdicava, this beautiful wine finishes very long and ultra-smooth. It is the best wine I have ever had from this estate.\" - Ian D'Agata (Apr 2018)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cb\u003e93 Points - Robert Parker's Wine Advocate:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\"The 2012 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Madonna del Piano is a dark and thickly extracted expression. It is one of the blackest Brunellos you will find in this report. This rich red wine takes a little longer to open because those primary aromas are buried deep under all that bulk and power. Indeed, this wine is almost too much of a good thing. It moves with slow-motion laziness, and the bouquet is in absolutely no rush to show what it has in store. At its leisure, it will deliver dried blackberry, cassis, bitter chocolate, spice, campfire ash and sticky tar. There is some tannic astringency that will (hopefully) integrate with time. This is a hearty and satisfying wine to drink in the heart of winter with gentle snowflakes fluttering outside your window. It is a romantic wine in heart and soul.\" - Monica Larner (Feb 28, 2018)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cb\u003e92 Points - Wine Enthusiast:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: inline !important;\"\u003e\"Earthy aromas of thyme, truffle, scorched earth and dark berry pave the way. The forward concentrated palate offers ripe black plum, pipe tobacco, licorice and a touch of nutmeg set against firm tannins. 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Silky, lush and seductive, this '09 Riserva is a knockout. One of the very first single-vineyard Brunellos, the Valdicava Madonna del Piano very much set the standard for cru Brunello. Organically grown and meticulously produced, Valdicava Brunello have made a reputation for elegant, suave, velvety Brunello, wines that have won the hearts of wine-lovers around the globe. This cru Brunello Riserva is always a knockout, and the ripe, seductive 2010 vintage makes it approachable earlier than usual.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRatings \u0026amp; Reviews\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e100 Points \u0026amp; #27 Top 100 Wines of 2016 \u0026amp; \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e#8 Top 100 Italian Wines of 2016 - James Suckling:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"A wine with superb finesse and depth. So subtle and understated yet powerful and long. The tannin intensity is amazing. It just builds like a massive wave. Superb. Give this time in the bottle. The length is endless. Better in 2018.\" (November 9, 2016)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e96 Points - Wine Spectator:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"A pure, focused style, with a beam of black cherry anchoring the leather, mineral, hibiscus tea and earth flavors. Well-struc- tured, young and fresh, presenting a lingering aftertaste of fruit, mineral and woodsy details. Best from 2019 through 2035.\" - BS (Mar 23, 2016) \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e93-96 Points - Vinous Media:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The 2010 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Madonna del Piano is shaping up to be a real beauty. Powerful and dramatic, but also remarkably polished for such a big wine, the 2010 has a lot going on. Raspberry jam, wild flowers, spices, new leather, smoke and tobacco are laced into the powerful intense finish. 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So subtle and understated yet powerful and long. The tannin intensity is amazing. It just builds like a massive wave. Superb. Give this time in the bottle. The length is endless. Better in 2018.\" (November 9, 2016)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e96 Points - Wine Spectator:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"A pure, focused style, with a beam of black cherry anchoring the leather, mineral, hibiscus tea and earth flavors. Well-struc- tured, young and fresh, presenting a lingering aftertaste of fruit, mineral and woodsy details. Best from 2019 through 2035.\" - BS (Mar 23, 2016) \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e95+ Points - Robert Parker's Wine Advocate:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Here is a big wine with lofty ambitions and an impactful presentation. The Valdicava 2010 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Madonna del Piano hits all the right buttons. The wine shows a profound sense of elegance and poise with subtle berry notes that blend into spice, licorice and tar. Those bright and lively aromatic components fold gracefully within the wine's tight texture, its sheer power and the silky nature of the tannins. 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Wines from this area have as their signature characteristics a great balance between body and perfume. The winery dates back to 1953 when Bramante Abbruzzese was offered the opportunity to return to the property in Montalcino where his ancestors were sharecroppers centuries before. Today grandson Vincenzo Abbruzzese runs the show, producing up to 6000 cases each year with no chemical pesticides or fertilizers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHere's what reviewer Antonio Galloni has to say about this winery:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"Proprietor Vincenzo Abbruzzese makes some of the richest Brunellos readers will come across. The straight Brunello is a blend of the estate's parcels, while the Madonna del Piano is a single-vineyard wine. Both Brunellos are aged in cask. In the cellar, the young wines always exude notable class and personality.\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eOne of the very first single-vineyard Brunellos, the Valdicava Madonna del Piano very much set the standard for cru Brunello. Organically grown and meticulously produced, Valdicava Brunello have made a reputation for elegant, suave, velvety Brunello, wines that have won the hearts of wine-lovers around the globe. This cru Brunello Riserva is always a knockout, and the ripe, seductive ’09 vintage makes it approachable earlier than usual.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eRich, succulent fruit sit first and foremost in this Brunello Riserva, but the wine’s secondary notes of cigar wrapper, saddle leather, earth, baking spices and potpourri offer compelling cameos. Silky, lush and seductive, this ’09 Riserva is a knockout.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRatings \u0026amp; Reviews\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e95 Points - Robert Parker's Wine Advocate:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The 2009 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Madonna del Piano is an expressive and articulate wine that speaks highly of Sangiovese and the Montalcino territory. The wine offers a pristine narrative of both grape and place with crystalline aromas of cherry, blackberry, spice, leather, smoke and Mediterranean herb. The bouquet peels back one delicious layer at a time. The mouthfeel is similarly successful with deep concentration and complexity. It imparts soft layers of dried fruit and velvety tannins. Endnotes of espresso bean and toasted almond add length and momentum. There's even spot of chewy sweetness that is typical of the warm 2009 vintage.\" - Monica Larner (Feb 2015) \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e94 Points - James Suckling:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"This is the wine of the vintage with dark berry, chocolate, spice and mushroom character. Full body, silky and beautiful tannins and a long, long finish. A beautiful wine. Drink or hold.\"  (Aug 10, 2015)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e92 Points - Wine Spectator Magazine:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDisplays aromas of leather, cherry and tobacco, with hints of licorice and spice. Open and approachable, light-weight, showing a gossamer texture. Borders on silky, with a moderately firm grip on the fine, succulent finish. -- Non-blind Valdicava Brunello vertical (July 2017). Best from 2019 through 2030. 1,300 cases made, 300 cases imported.\u003c\/span\u003e\" – Bruce Sanderson (Sep 2017)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e92 Points - Vinous Media:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Cedar, smoke, tobacco, licorice, dark cherries and plums meld together in the 2009 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Maddona del Piano. It is amazing to see just how much the Valdicava wines have changed over the last ten years or so. A decade ago, the Madonna del Piano was black, inky and impenetrable, but in 2009 it is a pretty classic wine. The flavor profile is full of Sangiovese signatures, while there is still quite a bit of the typical Valdicava richness in the glass. 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As it opens, it becomes purer in its fruit profile, shining through beautifully. Full-bodied, with ripe tannins and a savory slanting profile, notes of espresso and mocha float across the palate, filling it with purity of fruit and lovely concentration through its long finish. It’s a fantastic Brunello with a warming richness that can stand up to hearty winter foods and will be best enjoyed over the next 15 years. Drink 2026-2040.” – Audrey Frick (Feb 2024)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 Points - Raffaele Vecchione:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\"Fresh and vibrant on the nose, it shows notes of cherries, currants, raspberries, tangerine peel and pink grapefruit. Medium-full body, decidedly elegant and refined tannins and a finish of great personality that enlivens the graceful and performing sip. Best since 2026.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e95 Points - Wine Advocate: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“The Uccelliera 2019 Brunello di Montalcino offers ripe fruit, a note of cooked blackberry and pomegranate juice. Along with oak spice and dried bay leaf, there is a spot of creaminess on the mid-palate that recalls cheese rind or aged chèvre with a crust of black pepper and thyme. That note blows off, however, and the wine returns to dried cherry with a medicinal or herbal twist. There's a lot going on. The wine needs more time in bottle to address the fine, chalky tannins. It is elegant now but poised to improve.” – Monica Larner (Dec 2023)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e95 Points - Kerin O'Keefe: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAromas of scorched earth and truffle mingle with blue flower, leather and pipe tobacco on the bold 2019 Brunello from Uccelliera. It’s full-bodied and concentrated but also has great energy, delivering fleshy raspberry, black cherry extract, dried mint and licorice before a nutty close. Tightly wound, close-grained tannins provide firm support while bright acidity keeps it vibrant and balanced.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e95 Points  - Vinous Media:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“Brooding yet intense, the 2019 Brunello di Montalcino bursts from the glass with a wave of autumnal spices, crushed cherries, cedar shavings and steeped plums lifted by pine hints. This is deeply textural, elegant and refined, with a dense wave of ripe wild berry fruits, all guided by vibrant acidity, offset by oranges and balsam herbs. It finishes grippy and extended with a black hole of tension and a sweet and sour sensation that lingers on and on as crunchy tannins resonate throughout. The 2019 is youthfully backward today, yet there's a balance that can't be denied, especially as I watched it open up over twenty-four hours. This is a total pleasure to taste. Bury the 2019 deep in the cellar.” – Eric Guido (Dec 2023)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e94 Points - Wine Spectator:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“Dense and muscular, this red delivers a broad swath of cherry, plum and floral flavors, supplemented by iron, eucalyptus and sanguine notes. Tightens up on the finish, leaving a compact impression, yet this is persistent overall. Best from 2027 through 2045. 3,166 cases made, 1,500 cases imported.” – Bruce Sanderson (Jun 2024)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e94 Points - Wine Enthusiast:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“The nose opens with salinity, cool earth, coffee grinds, crushed rocks and licorice, then softens with peonies and cherry blossoms. 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A compact core of dark cherry is surrounded by chewy, generously extracted tannins. A touch of dryness from wood pokes through. Nevertheless, this feels very genuine and underlying acidity gives a lightening effect.” - Michaela Morris (Nov 2023)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SKURNIK WINES","offers":[{"title":"750 ml","offer_id":40872979398815,"sku":"ITUCCBRU13","price":79.97,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0481\/8940\/7391\/files\/wine-uccelliera-brunello-di-montalcino-2017.webp?v=1755734776"},{"product_id":"twomeymerlot13-w","title":"Twomey (Silver Oak) Merlot 2013 (Napa Valley, California) - [JS 90]","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #000000; font-style: italic;\" data-mce-style=\"color: #000000; font-style: italic;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #0000cd;\" data-mce-style=\"color: #0000cd;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eNotes from the Winemaker: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGrapes for Twomey Merlot come exclusively from our Soda Canyon Ranch in southeastern Napa Valley. This vineyard's rolling hills of volcanic soils are tightly planted with French Merlot clones, selected for their low yield of small, intensely flavored berries. 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Wines in this range are only made in exceptional vintages.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAppellation: Barossa Valley\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eVarietal: 100% Shiraz\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVinification\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFollowing harvest the fruit was crushed into a variety of small fermenters (4 to 6T in capacity). Fermentation was carried out at a warm temperature (25-28 degrees). The ferments were manually pumped over to provide good control of tannin extraction. Each fermenter was treated as a separate parcel of wine and once dry was filled to American oak (40% new). Following malolactic fermentation the wines were racked and returned to the same oak. Parcels remained in barrel for an average of 18 months prior to blending. Only the best barrels from the multiple parcels were used to make the final blend. 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Drink over the next decade.\" (Nov 2021)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e91 Points - Wine Advocate:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The full-bodied 2017 William Randell Shiraz comes across as rather tannic and stern, its blackberry fruit framed by firm tannins and acids, buttressed by 18 months of élevage in 40% new French oak. Hints of maple syrup and cedar suggest some softening around the edges is possible in the short term, but I suspect this wine will always be on the rugged side.\" - Joe Czerwinski (Feb 2021)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e91 Points - Wine Spectator:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Generous, ripe and plump, featuring flavors of spiced plum, raspberry preserves and kirsch that are fresh and vibrant, with details of blood orange, violet, star anise and gingerbread. Shows terrific focus and persistence, singing on the finish. Drink now through 2035. 500 cases made, 120 cases imported.\" - MW (Apr 2020)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e90 Points - Wine Enthusiast:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Less jammy than the previous vintage, this is still a beast of a wine, but one with some layers and nuance. The nose is a dense combo of charred oak, golden beet, fleshy plum, licorice root, coffee bean and earthy spices. Muscular tannins on the palate are chalky, while the fruit feels satiny. The oak is in the foreground now but should integrate with time. Don't touch this anytime soon. 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The wines used are specially selected for their finesse and ethereal qualities which give the wines their complex and mouth-watering flavors. This seductive Champagne is a reflection of the house style of Le Mesnil and is perfect throughout a meal, from aperitif to dessert and indeed at any any time of the day or night.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe nose is already beginning to develop the toast and brown butter notes of aged Blanc de Blancs, while the palate offers the quintessential Le Mesnil core of concentrated green apple fruit, apple blossom and wet chalk. The texture is creamy and the palate impression generous, yet it is focused by excellent balancing acidity, with the complex yeast derived nuances usually found only in top vintage Champagne.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRatings \u0026amp; Reviews\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e93 Points - James Suckling:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"A wonderfully creamy, round blanc de blancs that has almond-blossom, white-flower, peach, brioche and pie-crust aromas. The bubbles are silky and soft. Elegant. 100% chardonnay. 85% 2019, with 7.5% 2018 and 7.5% 2016 reserve wines. Disgorged August 2023. 7.2g\/L dosage. 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It is a lasting\n and elegant wine.\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eVintage Notes:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe 2009 vintage is considered an \"ideal\" and classic-profiled one, typical of a gentle climate like in Mendoza.  The season determined a long and hot cycle, giving wines exhibiting great typicity, ripeness and strength.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eVinification:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1. Hand-harvesting of the berries.\u003cbr\u003e2. Cluster and berries selection, gravity feeding of fermentation tanks.\u003cbr\u003e3. Alcoholic fermentation with selected and natural yeasts. Soft maceration for an average of 30 days, combining pigeageand delestage.\u003cbr\u003e4. Aging in new French oak barrels for 18 -20 months. Periodic racking of wine in barrels to achieve clarity and brightness without need for filtration.\u003cbr\u003e5. Bottling and prolonged aging in bottle for a minimum period of 12 months.\u003cbr\u003e\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\t\u003cb\u003e\u003cinline style=\"font-size: 18px;\"\u003e\u003ch4\u003eRatings \u0026amp; Reviews\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003c\/inline\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e93 Points - James Suckling:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Focused and powerful with beautiful density and power. Full-bodied, dense and tight. It opens and goes long. Rich style. Drink or hold.\" - (June 21, 2017)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e92 Points - Robert Parker's Wine Advocate:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The 2013 Single Vineyard Los Aromos Cabernet Sauvignon is consistent with the line marked by the 2010 with a classical profile combining elegance and power and judicious use of oak. The palate revealed fine tannins, good acidity (but could do with a little more), harmonious and with a fresh, varietal finish. 15,000 bottles produced.\" - Luis Gutiérrez (30th Dec 2016)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e91 Points - Antonio Galloni's Vinous:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\" (15% alcohol; from 40-year-old vines on rocky soil): Full medium ruby. Crushed cassis, blackberry, licorice, menthol and bitter chocolate aromas are lifted by violet and black pepper. A suave, inviting combo of lively dark berry fruit, thick texture, firm acidity and sexy bitter-chocolate oak. Firmly built but more pliant and inviting than the 2012 was last year. Fine-grained tannins dust the front teeth on the lightly peppery finish. A sexy sweetness makes this structured, delineated Cabernet very attractive already but it has the spine and length for mid-term aging. This wine is more intense than the single-vineyard Malbec and makes that wine seem a touch dry by comparison.\" - Stephen Tanzer (Jul 2017)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"SOUTHERN \/ AMERICAN \/ PACIFIC WINE \u0026 SPIRITS","offers":[{"title":"750 mL","offer_id":40873036087455,"sku":"463705 (6PK)","price":59.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0481\/8940\/7391\/products\/terrazasCabLosAromos12-w-2.jpg?v=1614116102"},{"product_id":"terrabiancacampacciorsva13-w","title":"Terrabianca \"Campaccio Collezione\" Toscana IGT 2013 (Tuscany, Italy) - [JS 94] [WA 93] [VM 93] [WS 92]","description":"\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 205);\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 205);\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003chr style=\"width: 100%; height: 2px;\"\u003e\t\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eAbout This Wine:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBottles of Campaccio’s cellar reserve version are graced by seals in authentic red laquer that take the place of labels.  The blend is 50% Sangiovese \u0026amp; 50% Cabernet Sauvignon from 7 clones of the two varieties (the grapes’ provenance is itself 50% from Chianti Classico and 50% from Maremma) and particularly small crop yields (1.6 kilos per vine, 3.5 pounds).  Ageing is 2 years in barriques of French and American oak and 1 year in bottle previous to release.  Deep ruby in color with subtle garnet reflections, the bouquet is ample and intense, recalling red fruit interlaced with notes of licorice, vanilla and toasted coffee; unbelievable richness \u0026amp; complexity on the palate.  Textured, lingering sensation of plenitude \u0026amp; volume; silky tannins with a succulent, luscious finish.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTASTING NOTES\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDeep ruby with garnet hues, superb nose of red fruit, vanilla + licorice, notes of toasted coffee; unbelievable richness, complexity + plenitude on the palate, structured, silky texture. Round tannins, succulent finish.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eVINEYARD CHARACTERISTICS: \u003c\/b\u003e From 7 clones of the 2 varieties, 50% of which come from Chianti Classico, 50% from Maremma; 1.6 kilos per vine from 6,000 vines per hectare.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eVINIFICATION AND AGING: \u003c\/b\u003e Aged 2 years in barriques of French and American oak, followed by a further year's bottle age before release.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSERVING SUGGESTIONS:\u003c\/b\u003e  An excellent match with flavorful, structured first courses or sophisticated meat and fish (yes, fish) dishes\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTECHNICAL DATA:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGRAPES:  50% Sangiovese, 50% Cabernet Sauvignon\u003cbr\u003eAGE OF VINES:  Extremely cellar-worthy\u003cbr\u003eTOTAL PRODUCTION:  25,000 bottles yearly\u003cbr\u003eWINEMAKER:  Vittorio Fiore\u003cbr\u003e\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cinline style=\"font-size: 18px;\"\u003e\u003ch4\u003eRatings \u0026amp; Reviews\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003c\/inline\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e94 Points - James Suckling:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"A vivid and bright 2013 with deep aromas of blackberries and blueberries that turn into fresh mushrooms. Medium to full body with firm and velvety tannins, which are delicious with the fruit at the end of the palate. Drink now.\" - 12 Jul, 2018\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e93 Points - Robert Parker's Wine Advocate: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"I am a little confused by the Campaccio philosophy, as I am seeing a Collezione, Selezione and Riserva di Cantina version of the same blend (Sangiovese with Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot) across various vintages. Of these various wines, the 2013 Campaccio Collezione shows the most abundant and well-defined primary fruit. That's obvious given the fact this is the youngest of this higher-priced series. The 2013 vintage, characterized by a cool and long growing season, also plays an important role in that exacting focus and sharpness. The wine rides over the palate with full waves of generous fruit intensity. Some 25,000 bottles were made.\" - Monica Larner (31st Oct 2018)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e93 Points - Vinous:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The 2013 Campaccio Collezione is powerful and explosive, not to mention absolutely delicious. Dark cherry, plum, chocolate, grilled herbs, leather, spice and menthol build in a heady, beautifully resonant wine. The Collezione is 40% Sangiovese, 30% Cabernet Sauvignon and 30% Merlot. International varieties play a more significant role in the Collezione than they do in the straight Campaccio, and it comes through in the wine's dark fruit profile and structural feel.\" Antonio Galloni - (Feb 2019)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e92 Points - Wine Spectator Magazine:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Leans toward the exotic side, with raspberry jam, boysenberry, vanilla, toast and tobacco flavors. Ripe and flamboyant, yet with serious structure underneath. Fine length. Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. Drink now through 2024. 2,000 cases made, 750 cases imported.\" - BS (Issue Oct 15, 2018)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Artisan Wine \u0026 Spirits","offers":[{"title":"750 mL","offer_id":39749649236127,"sku":"(6PK)","price":69.97,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0481\/8940\/7391\/products\/terrabiancacampaccioRSVA06-w-2_b74aadf1-742f-4427-ad52-5ab5a51e22d5.jpg?v=1614116088"},{"product_id":"settepontiorma16-m-w","title":"Tenuta Sette Ponti Podere Orma 'Orma' 2016 [1.5L MAGNUM] (Bolgheri, Tuscany, Italy) - [VM 95] [JS 95] [WA 95]","description":"\u003cb\u003eAbout the Wine:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOrma epitomizes the style of wine that has made Bolgheri a household name among enthusiasts of the 'Super-Tuscan' phenomenon. Bordelaise grape varieties achieve superlative expression in Bolgheri, but they do so in a style that is unique to this low-lying, sun-drenched, and breezy zone near the Tyrrhenian Sea. Orma's composition of 50% Merlot, 30% Cabernet Sauvignon, and 20% Cabernet Franc blends the ripeness and density that one might associate with Napa's sunny skies with earthiness and power similar to that for which Bordeaux is the benchmark. A backbone of vibrant acidity and aromas of dusty earth keep Orma's identity firmly Italian.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cb\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eOrma is deep ruby with garnet reflections. On the nose, the wine demonstrates presence and intensity of aroma. Notes of red and black fruit are supported by sweet spice, cocoa, dry earth, mediterranean herbs and tobacco. On the Palate, Orma is elegant and dense. Orma's sturdy, yet ripe tannin structure lends the wine a velvety texture. Bright acidity reflects the wine's Italian terroir and keeps the wine balanced through a long finish. Expect excellent ageing potential from Orma.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFood Pairing:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOrma is a powerful red wine that matches wonderfully with full-flavored dishes, particularly those based around game and roasts. However the wine's delicate layers of flavor coupled with purity of fruit make it an ideal companion to ripe cheeses, or simply as a Vino da Meditazione as well.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cb\u003eTechnical Data\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eVarietal composition: 50% Merlot, 30% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Cabernet Franc\u003cbr\u003eType of oak: French \u003cbr\u003eLength of aging before bottling: 12-18 months\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRatings \u0026amp; Reviews\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e95 Points - Antonio Galloni's Vinous:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The 2016 Orma is laced with the essence of black cherry, smoke, licorice, spice and dark chocolate. Medium in body and persistent, with striking poise, Orma is absolutely gorgeous in 2016. All the elements simply fall into place effortlessly. Deceptively in its mid-weight feel, the 2016 offers striking persistence and tons of class.\" - Antonio Galloni (Mar 2019)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e95 Points -\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e James Suckling:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Aromas of blueberries, blackberries, chocolate and hazelnuts follow through to a full body, round and velvety tannins and a flavorful finish. Tight and focused right now. Needs three or four years to soften. Try in 2022.\" (Sep 2018)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e95 Points - Robert Parker's Wine Advocate:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Brooding and dark, with a nicely compact core, the 2016 Orma shows generous concentration and good density at the back. The mouthfeel is rich and thickly textured. The wine produces notes of green olive, black olive, caper and smoke. The blend here is 50% Merlot, 30% Cabernet Sauvignon and 20% Cabernet Franc. This is a powerful wine with 15% alcohol that underlines its potency.\" -ML (5\/19)\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"WINEBOW","offers":[{"title":"1.5 L","offer_id":40872931950751,"sku":"ORMORM16E","price":199.97,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0481\/8940\/7391\/products\/TENUTASETTEPONTIPODEREORMA_ORMA.png?v=1624752082"},{"product_id":"fantibrunellomacchiarelle12-w","title":"Tenuta Fanti Brunello di Montalcino Riserva \"Vigne le Macchiarelle\" DOCG 2012 (Tuscany, Italy) - [WS 94] [VM 93+] [JS 93]","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eNotes from the Winemaker:\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003cbr\u003eThe Riserva comes from Le Macchiarelle, the oldest vineyard of our Estate. The structure, character and the complexity of this unique Riserva are the result of a combination of soil, exposure and the age of the vineyard.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eVinification:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSelection of the harvested grapes with three sorting tables. Destemming and crushing with fermentation and maceration in stainless steel tanks. The must is pumped over the cap repeatedly at a controlled temperature. The malolactic fermentation takes places in the steel tanks before the ageing in the oak barrels.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAgeing:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePart in French oak tonneaux and part in medium capacity casks for a minimum of 24 months. Before release the wine is bottle-aged for a minimum of 6 months.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eGrape varieties: \u003c\/b\u003e100% Sangiovese\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"width: 100%; height: 2px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRatings \u0026amp; Reviews\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e94 Points - Wine Spectator:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: initial;\"\u003e\"A broad, lush version, exuding vanilla, toast, leather, cherry, plum and graphite flavors. A more contemporary style, yet well done, with ample fruit to match the new oak, fine complexity and length. Best from 2022 through 2036. 550 cases made, 100 cases imported.\" - BS (Jun 2018)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e93+ Points - Vinous Media:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: initial;\"\u003e\"Good full red. Fresh, refined aromas of herbal raspberry, pomegranate, crushed stone and white pepper. Fresh, rich and deep, offering wonderful sweetness to the bright red fruit flavors. Boasts substantial dusty but noble tannins and terrific verve thanks to strong but harmonious acid cut that helps the perfumed floral and cherry notes linger nicely on the powerful, long finish. I tasted three knockout Brunellos from Fanti this year and this is probably the best of the trio. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: initial;\"\u003e\" Ian D'Agata (Apr 2018)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e93 Points - James Suckling:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: initial;\"\u003e\"Good richness and complexity with earthy notes with light tobacco and assertive fruit presence. A little lift, too. The palate has a bold fruit core, which really claims the palate with plenty of mixed red and blue fruit flavors. Try from 2021.\" (Jan 2018)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"MASSANOIS","offers":[{"title":"750 mL","offer_id":40872942567583,"sku":"104530","price":104.97,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0481\/8940\/7391\/products\/FantiBrunelloMacchiarelle12-w-2.png?v=1614111726"},{"product_id":"tenimentiluigibosco09-w","title":"Tenimenti Luigi d'Alessandro Il Bosco Cortona Syrah DOC 2009 (Tuscany, Italy) - [JS 94] [WS 91]","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eNotes from the Winemaker:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eThe wine that made Tenimenti Luigi d'Alessandro famous for Syrah production is named for the winery's oldest vineyard, Il Bosco. The grapes for this wine are vinified in truncated cone-shaped barrels which help to maintain a naturally consistent fermentation temperature leading to an elegant, age-worthy wine.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTasting Notes:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis ruby red wine has aromas of red cherries, dark chocolate, coffee, lavender, and rosemary. The wine's vivid acidity is balanced by firm tannins which give the wine excellent structure and body.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFood Pairing:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePair with prosciutto-wrapped grissini, herb roasted lamb, and balsamic-glazed chicken.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"width: 100%; height: 2px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRatings \u0026amp; Reviews\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e94 Points - James Suckling: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Complex aromas of dried meat, pancetta and dark fruits follow through to a full body, with fine tannins and lots of subtle fruit. Nutty and minerally at the finish. I like the style and different character in this young wine. Better in 2014.\" - JS (Aug 29, 2012)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e93 Points - Vinous Media:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"A deep, plush wine, the 2009 Syrah Il Bosco needs time to develop the breadth of its aromas and flavors, but it is nevertheless striking today. Plums, pipe tobacco, cedar and black olives flesh out in this gorgeous, broad-shouldered Syrah. An explosive yet nuanced finish rounds things out in style. I can't wait to check in on the 2009 in another few years.\" - Antonio Galloni (August 2013)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e91 Points - \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eWine Spectator Magazine:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"A hefty dose of oak adds a resinous sheen and a layer of tannins to this red, with cherry and currant notes lingering in the background. Though this is firm, there's sweetness too, so be patient. Best from 2015 through 2028. 1080 cases made.\" BS (10\/31\/2012)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"YOUNGS MARKET","offers":[{"title":"750 mL","offer_id":40872985329823,"sku":"667022","price":55.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0481\/8940\/7391\/products\/tenimentiluigibosco09-w-2.jpg?v=1614116051"},{"product_id":"valdisugabrunellospuntali09-w","title":"Tenimenti Angelini Val di Suga Vigna Spuntali Brunello di Montalcino DOCG 2009 (Tuscany, Italy) - [WA 94] [JS 92] [ST 91] [WS 91]","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Vineyard:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSangiovese Grosso 100% from Vigna Spuntali, a vineyard situated on the southwestern and warmest side of Montalcino, at a height of approximately 300 meters a.s.l. It is the oldest geological area of Montalcino, offering moderately loose-packed soil with areas containing sand and vulcanic lapilli. On the seafront, it reaps the advantages of a special microclimate that brings out the strong points of Sangiovese, making it particularly rich, structured, fruity and mature. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTasting Notes:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, an intense ruby red. The nose is complex and very elegant, with generous fruit, with spicy richness, hints of chocolate.  There's great balance and body, and a very long finish. A full and powerful expression of Sangiovese Grosso.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood Pairing:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003eExcellent with game, grilled and roast meat and cheese.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRatings \u0026amp; Reviews\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e94 Points - Robert Parker's Wine Advocate:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The 2009 Brunello di Montalcino Vigna Spuntali is a thick and brooding wine with high fruit definition and luscious layers of dark berry flavors. This is a beautifully executed wine that offers a great deal of elegance and power thanks to the polished and sophisticated nature of its aromatic components. Cherry, tobacco and dark chocolate are all heavily on display. The mouth offers firmness and good grip with lasting spice and dark fruit.\" - Monica Larner (Feb 2015)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e92 Points - James Suckling:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Pretty and sexy with dried berries, spices, cedar and dried mushrooms. Tangy acidity buttresses the dried fruits. Firm tannins. Drink now.\"- (August 10th, 2015)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e91 Points - Stephen Tanzer:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Bright red. Expressive aromas of red plum, ripe red cherry, mocha, loam and leather. Sweet, broad and pliant, with good weight to its very ripe red fruit and spice flavors. The persistent, ripely tannic finish offers lingering notes of coffee and orange peel complicated by repeating nuances of loam and sweet spices. A very forward style of Brunello that is utterly irresistible; the Spuntali vineyard is located in Montalcino's southeastern sector not far from Sant'Angelo in Colle, and this wine is very faithful both to that specific production area and to the many outstanding older Spuntali wines. I should note that for all of its easygoing charm and ripe delivery of fruit, Spuntali Brunellos age remarkably well: for example, the 1998 and 2000 (neither one a memorable vintage in Montalcino), though full of easy-drinking charm, still have a long life ahead.\" - Ian D'Agata (July 2014)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e91 Points - Wine Spectator:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Marked by new oak, this is spicy, with sweet cherry, smoke, tar and tobacco flavors underneath. Balanced toward the dense, muscular side, finishing fresh and long. 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The high proportion of Chardonnay (30%) that completes the blend brings the elegance and delicacy that underpin Taittinger’s signature style.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cb\u003eTasting\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\nThe intense and brilliant body is bright pink in color. The bubbles are fine, and the mousse persistent. The full nose, wonderfully expressive, is both fresh and young. It gives off aromas of red fruits (freshly crushed wild raspberry, cherry, blackcurrant).\u003cbr\u003eOn the palate, this wine strikes a fine balance of velvety and full-bodied. The flavors are reminiscent of fresh, crisp red fruits. The palate can be summed up in four words: lively, fruity, fresh and elegant, as only a rosé blend can be.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eDrinking suggestions:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTaittinger Prestige Rosé can be enjoyed both early on and at the end of an evening. Deliciously fragranced for an aperitif, it is also a subtle accompaniment to fruit desserts, including fruit tart, fruit salad and red fruit crumble.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eRatings \u0026amp; Reviews\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e92 Points - James Suckling:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Blood orange color with attractive notes of cherry stones, dried flowers, strawberries and tangerines. Hints of iron and pie crust. Full of flavor, with a full body, sleek bubbles and a deep, beautiful fruit quality. Blend of chardonnay, pinot noir and pinot meunier with 14% red wine. Drink now. (Jul 2023)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e91 Points - Robert Parker's Wine Advocate:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The latest release of Taittinger's NV Brut Prestige Rosé is showing very well, revealing inviting aromas of red berries, plums, orange zest, crisp orchard fruit and freshly baked bread. Medium to full-bodied, fleshy but incisive, this bottling is based on the Brut Réserve, yet the addition of still red wine—much of which is produced in house—imparts structuring phenolics that complement the wine's generous core of fruit to great effect. Readers should not that this cuvée's clear glass makes it vulnerable to light strike, so it's especially important to buy properly stored bottles.\" - William Kelley (Sep 2020)\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e90 Points - Jeb Dunnuck:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The NV Champagne Prestige Brut Rosé is a bold style, with a deep pink hue and a distinctive, fruit-forward red wine profile. Its notes of ripe raspberry, beet root, fresh herbs, crushed roses are followed by a structured and energetic mousse, with some tannic grip that would make a great application for shellfish. Drink over the next 10-15 years.\" (Nov 2022)\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e90 Points - Wine Spectator Magazine:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"A firm rosé, with a creamy mousse and a toasty edge meshed with flavors of strawberry tart, mandarin orange peel, brioche and smoke. Drink now. 1,800 cases imported.\" – AN (Nov 2022)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003e90 Points - International Wine Report:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The Prestige Rosé from Taittinger is composed of 50% Pinot Noir, 30% Chardonnay and 20% Pinot Meunier. It begins with pretty aromas of crushed raspberries and strawberries laced with mineral and citrus zest that all take shape in the glass. On the palate this is lithe and focused, with a delicate mousse that showcases a wonderful astringency and poise, followed by juicy flavors of red berries and citrus zest which linger on the finish.\" (Apr 2019)","brand":"YOUNGS MARKET","offers":[{"title":"750 mL","offer_id":37423379021983,"sku":"220003 (6PK)","price":69.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0481\/8940\/7391\/products\/WkUSzh9OSfSYevyy2KJUtQ_pb_x600_807142a9-5722-4409-bf02-948a7f3318af.png?v=1617151798"},{"product_id":"suaviamontecarbonare18-w","title":"Suavia Soave Classico \"Monte Carbonare\" 2022 (Veneto, Italy) - [JS 95]","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eAbout This Wine: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"vin_sub\"\u003eWe always say that this wine \"is like a bit of earth in a glass.\" And it's true. In the Monte Carbonare vineyard the vines sink their roots deep down into the black earth; pure volcano. This gives the wine personality: forthright and truthful, with a sharp mineral nature. It tastes of rain on flint, on the black stones of the dry walls, and of that good fragrance that the countryside releases when dampened by the first rain.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"vin_sub\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Vineyard:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt covers an area of 6 hectares facing north-east and north-west within the u.g.a. 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The finish is dry and very persistent\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"vin_sub\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical Details\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cbr\u003eAlcoholic fermentation: in steel\u003cbr\u003eDuration of alcoholic fermentation: 16 days\u003cbr\u003eAlcoholic fermentation temperature: 14-16 °C\u003cbr\u003eMalolactic fermentation: not carried out\u003cbr\u003eMaturation: for 12 months in contact with the fine lees in steel tanks\u003cbr\u003eFiltration: only one membrane filtration before bottling\u003cbr\u003eRefinement: 6 months in the bottle\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRatings \u0026amp; Reviews\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e95 Points - James Suckling:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eA serious and very precise Soave with subtle citrus aromas and notes of orange blossoms, hay and crushed stones. Fine-tuned and focused, with a medium body and fine texture. Tangy and tense with a gentle phenolic touch and hints of lemon peel and ginger at the end. 100% garganega. From organically grown grapes. Drink or hold. Screw cap.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e92 Points - Wine Spectator Magazine (2021 Vintage):\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThere's a broad feel to the well-meshed flavors of yellow apple, persimmon, pink grapefruit sorbet and blanched almond on display in this elegant white. At the same time, this bright version is trimmed nicely by well-cut acidity, with a crackle of sea salt–like salinity. Accents of tangerine zest, jasmine and warm spices play on the finish. 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The skin soaking is limited to 6-8 days so to extract few tannins and more colour from the skins themselves, with the result of getting a well-coloured wine with a remarkable softness.The barrels (“barriques”) used are 100% made of new wood. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSPECIES OF VINE: Nebbiolo, Michet and Lampia varieties.\u003cbr\u003eVINEYARD: different vineyards in Bussia (Monforte d'Alba).\u003cbr\u003eHARVEST: manual, with grapes selection in the vineyard.\u003cbr\u003eTIME OF HARVEST: mid-October.\u003cbr\u003eVINIFICATION: red, with skin soaking inside stainless steel vats.\u003cbr\u003eVINIFICATION TIME: the must stays on contact with the skins for 6 to 8 days and it is further drawn off; finally, the alcoholic VINIFICATION gets fully complete.\u003cbr\u003eVINIFICATION TEMPERATURES: from 26 to 28 degrees centigrades.\u003cbr\u003eCELLAR REFINING: the new wine , after spending from 5 to 6 months in stainless steel vats and being transferred several times, is poured onto “barriques” (barrels), where it remains for about 18 months and, finally, it will be bottled.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"width: 100%; height: 2px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRatings \u0026amp; Reviews\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold; font-size: 13pt;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e93 Points - James Suckling:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Fruity and creamy red with walnut and dark-chocolate aromas and flavors. Just a hint of coffee bean. It’s full and flavorful. Like a baby Barolo. Needs time to soften. Better after 2021.\" (May, 2020)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e90 Points - Wine Spectator:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePretty cherry, strawberry and wild fennel notes mark this elegant red. It's succulent and vibrant, with refined tannins and lively acidity providing support. Picks up mineral and earth accents on the finish. Drink now through 2024. 800 cases made, 300 cases imported.\" - BS (ASpr 2021)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eRobert Parker's Wine Advocate: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The Poderi Aldo Conterno 2017 Langhe Nebbiolo Il Favot delivers dark fruit intensity with cherry, blackberry and plum. This entry-level wine throws a lot of fruit out there, all delivered in a rather random and haphazard manner. This is a fun and informal Nebbiolo to pair with grilled meats or simple pasta dishes. Some 10,000 bottles were made.\" - Monica Larner (23rd Jul 2020)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"MASSANOIS","offers":[{"title":"750 mL","offer_id":40872994635935,"sku":"105722","price":59.97,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0481\/8940\/7391\/products\/aldoconternolanghefavot06-w-2_d23035de-cfae-407c-af59-bb01f0845d64.jpg?v=1614107432"},{"product_id":"c-jpv-pieverbrunellorenn06-w","title":"Pieve Santa Restituta (Gaja) Brunello di Montalcino \"Rennina\" 2006 (Tuscany, Italy) - [ST 95+] [RP 94] [JS 94] [WS 92]","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the winery:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003ePieve Santa Restituta is GAJA's estate in Montalcino, purchased in 1994. It is the family's first expansion outside the Barbaresco and Barolo areas since its establishment in 1859. Since 1994 several redevelopment works have been carried out in the vineyards to transform the vine growing methods in line with GAJA’s winemaking philosophy. The name of the winery derives from the ancient Pieve (church) situated in the middle of the estate, whose foundations date back to the 4th century AD. The labels chosen for the wines pay tribute to the Pieve and recall the typical colors of the Gaja family, i.e. black and white. Wine has been made here since the 12th century.\u003cbr\u003eSanta Restituta is the patron saint of the island of Ischia, off the coast of Naples, where she was miraculously delivered from her pagan torturers who had planned to kill her at sea.\u003cbr\u003eThe labels chosen for the wines pay tribute to the Pieve and recall the typical colors of the Gaja family, the iconic black and white. Pieve Santa Restituta produces three Brunello di Montalcino wines: Rennina, Sugarille and Brunello di Montalcino.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe estate spans 86 acres under vines. Vineyards are located in a particularly privileged position, facing south and southwest, and the estate has an altitude ranging from 1,050 to 1,150 feet above sea level. The hills, of the Eocene age and facing the sea, are characterized by an extremely windy, dry and bright microclimate, preventing damp stagnation and allowing full grape ripening.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003ePieve Santa Restituta combines traditional Tuscan winemaking methods with modern techniques to enhance the expression of the Sangiovese grape and the unique terroir of Montalcino.\u003cbr\u003eThe wines are typically aged in a mix of new oak casks and older vessels, allowing for both the preservation of fruit character and the development of complex tertiary notes.\u003cbr\u003eThe estate pays close attention to vineyard management and the specific characteristics of their vineyards, aiming to express the distinctiveness of the Montalcino terroir in their wines.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the wine:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDeep red. Very clean, opulent aromas, with notes of ripe red fruits evolving into delicate spice and floral perfumes. Powerful and velvety in flavor with a fleshy and sustained finish and refined tannins. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGrape: 100% Sangiovese Grosso.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eVineyards: Santo Pietro, Castagno, Pian dei Cerri.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFermentation: 4 weeks in stainless-steel vats.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAging: 12 months in barrique (first-, second-, and third-passage casks), 12 months in botti (large thirty-year-old casks).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eVineyard notes: The designation Rennina (rehn-NEE-nah) first appears in the High Middle Ages and is derived from the late-Roman name of the estate, Fundus Rescianum, denoting a state-owned farm. Since the Gaja family's acquisition of the historic estate in 1994, three growing sites have been devoted to the cultivation of Sangiovese Grosso grapes for the production of Brunello di Montalcino: Santo Pietro (St. Peter), Castagno (Chestnut Tree), and Pian dei Cerri (Turkish Oak Flats). Here, lime-rich subsoils, southwest exposure, and ventilation arriving from the Tyrrhenian sea to the west deliver well-balanced Brunello di Montalcino, defined by its characteristic red fruit notes, minerality, and polished tannin.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"width: 100%; height: 2px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRatings \u0026amp; Reviews\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e95+ Points -\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e Stephen Tanzer's International Wine Cellar:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Bright dark red. Very dark but slightly muted aromas of black fruits, minerals and licorice. Densely packed and deep but not especially sweet, with terrific integrated acidity giving the wine outstanding thrust and a powerful spine. The brooding cherry and cassis flavors are dominated by the wine's powerful structure today. Finishes with substantial ripe tannins that reach the teeth. More serious than charming.\" - Stephen Tanzer (Jul\/Aug '11)\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e94 Points - \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eRobert Parker's Wine Advocate:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The 2006 Brunello di Montalcino Rennina is super-impressive. The wine literally dazzles the palate with layers of vibrant red berries, flowers and subtle French oak. In 2006, the Rennina shows gorgeous depth and purity, all in the wine's signature style of finesse and restraint. A long, beautifully-articulated finish adds the last layers of elegance. This is a fabulous effort from Angelo Gaja and his team. Anticipated maturity: 2014-2026. - Antonio Galloni (May 2011)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e94 Points - James Suckling:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"A full-bodied red, with soft and silky tannins and chocolate, berry and cherry character. Long and beautiful finish. This is balanced. Drink now or hold.\" (July 18, 2011)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e92 Points -\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eWine Spectator Magazine:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Warm, inviting aromas of black cherry, blackberry and toasted spices give way to licorice, tar and mineral flavors. Builds to a nice crescendo on the long aftertaste of spice and mineral. A modern style. 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Equilibrium, harmony, finesse and elegance characterize our great Vintage Ports, which are declared only in great years (3 or 4 years in a decade) and only when the wines come up to Noval’s exacting standards.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEven then, the wines selected for the Quinta do Noval Vintage Port blend represent only a small proportion of our total production.\u003cbr\u003e\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRatings \u0026amp; Reviews\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e98 Points \u0026amp; \u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000;\"\u003e#53 Top 100 Wines of 2019\u003c\/span\u003e - Wine Spectator:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \"This is well-packed, offering the vivid plum, boysenberry, cassis and açaí berry fruit profile of the vintage, along with a dark edge of tar, baker's chocolate and salted licorice that courses underneath. The long finish lets the fruit play out, keeping singed alder and chai spice hints in the background. Smolderingly seductive. Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca, Tinta Cão, Sousão and Tinta Roriz. Best from 2035 through 2060. 3,500 cases made.\" — JM (Dec 2019)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e97 Points - Robert Parker's Wine Advocate:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The 2017 Vintage Port is a field blend, mostly Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca, Tinto Cão and Sousão, aged for 18 months in old wood vats. It comes in with 99 grams of residual sugar. This was bottled in May 2019, about a month before tasting, but I made sure at least some of it had a lot of air. Aromatic, wonderfully fragrant and laced with eucalyptus, this then shows typical Noval focus and power. A couple of hours in a glass simply increased the power. More intense than the very fine 2016, it grips the palate and shows rather significant astringency. As wonderfully aromatic as this is, there the 2016 might have the edge.\" - Mark Squires (July 2019)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e97 Points - Vinous Media:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The 2017 Quinta do Noval Vintage Port was picked from August 21 to September 28 under perfect conditions. It has a tightly wound bouquet that requires a lot of aeration. Eventually it reveals fabulous, detailed aromas of cassis, bilberry jam, crushed stone and pressed violets, later hints of orange blossom and quince. The palate is pure class. Saturated tannins, wonderful structure but the headline is the intensity of fruit. I cannot remember a Noval with this penetration, almost overwhelming the senses as layers of effervescent black plum and cassis fruit segue into a spicy finish that fans out like there is no tomorrow. Is this the best Quinta do Noval ever?\" - Neal Martin (Jun 2019)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e97 Points - Jeb Dunnuck:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\"The straight 2017 Vintage Port is stunning stuff. It packs serious power and richness while staying beautifully polished and, dare I say, elegant. Notes of crème de cassis and liquid blackberries define the attack, but it offers an incredibly layered, nuanced, complex style in its notes of herbes de Provence, violets, spicy wood, licorice, and Asian spice aromas and flavors. While it’s no doubt a full-bodied Port, it stands out just as much for its incredible polish, balance, and purity. This a brilliant effort is more approachable than the Nacional bottling yet is nevertheless going to evolve for 50-60 years or more on its flawless balance.\" - Jeb Dunnuck (11\/14\/2019)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e97 Points - James Suckling:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e6 May, 2019 – \"Big grip in this wine with dark blackberries, blueberries and floral notes. Fine tannins. Ripe but sweet and pretty. Shows a lovely finish. Try after 2027.\" (May 2019)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e94 Points - Wine Enthusiast:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"This is a solid wine with dark tannins and a definitely dry character that will allow it to age well. Its power and its density are impressive, with rich black currant flavors backing up the tannins. 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Ferrini's fame is well-deserved: he was awarded \"The Winemaker of the year\" twice by Wine Enthusiast Magazine, and has authored many 100-point Brunelli, too. Wine Spectator recently called him \"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eone of Tuscany's great winemakers.\" He began producing \u003cspan class=\"il\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eGiodo\u003c\/span\u003e in 2009.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"width: 100%; height: 2px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRatings \u0026amp; Reviews\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e 96 Points - James Suckling:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"This aromas of this Brunello are fresh and fascinating with mushroom, chili pepper, black berry and plum. Full body, ultra-fine tannins and a super length. This is a great bottle for the vintage. The private wine of famous winemaker Carlo Ferrini. Drink or hold.\" (February 15th, 2016)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e94 Points - Robert Parker's Wine Advocate:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Carlo Ferrini's 2011 Brunello di Montalcino is a deliciously lush and soft expression of Sangiovese that offers great aromatic depth, complexity and intrigue. The wine keeps you guessing and in my case it took me a little while to wrap my head around it. Dark cherry and blackberry are harmoniously integrated with spice, leather, mocha and tobacco. It does, however, need a few moments to find balance. In the mouth, the wine is edgy and sharp with some sour cherry and cranberry. I know that winemaker Ferrini says he prefers this vintage to his 2010 Brunello. Both wines are beautiful, but I give the edge to 2010. This expression feels linear, tight and requires a few extra years of bottle aging to flesh out.\" - Monica Larner (Mar 2016)\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"MHW LTD.","offers":[{"title":"750 ml","offer_id":37427895959711,"sku":"SOA805511","price":149.97,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0481\/8940\/7391\/products\/poderegiodobrunello10-w-2.jpg?v=1614114377"},{"product_id":"poderegiodorosso17-w","title":"Podere Giodo Toscana Rosso IGT 2017 (Tuscany, Italy) - [JS 96] [WA 92]","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Winery:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGiodo is made by esteemed consulting eonologist Carlo Ferrini (of Casanova di Neri and Castello di Brolio fame) from a tiny vineyard (about 1.5 hectares) that produces just 3,000 bottles (or 250 cases). Ferrini's fame is well-deserved: he was awarded \"The Winemaker of the year\" twice by Wine Enthusiast Magazine, and has authored many 100-point Brunelli, too. Wine Spectator recently called him \"one of Tuscany's great winemakers.\" He began producing Giodo in 2009.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere is some winery background from Vinous Media's Antonio Galloni:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"Carlo Ferrini, the renowned Italian winemaking consultant that worked with well-known Brunello estates in the past (Casanova di Neri, Castello Romitorio, Poggio Antico, Talenti) started his own project in Montalcino in 2002 when he found 2.5 hectares of land suitable to making great Sangiovese wines. Ferrini's first vintage was 2009, from which he made 3,000 bottles. Today the estate owns 5.5 hectares (2.5 hectares of Brunello and 3.5 of IGT Toscana Rosso, also planted to Sangiovese). The vines are located between 300 and 400 meters above sea level, essentially near the Lisini estate and in the Sesta area. He planted his vineyard with what he believes are the best Sangiovese clones he has worked with over the years (starting back with the Chianti Classico 2000 project).\" \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAbout the Wine:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis younger interpretation of Sangiovese matures twelve months in 500- and 1,200-litre oak casks. Here, too, the expression of Sangiovese is always remarkably refined. The oak has less impact than on the Brunello, allowing full sway to appealing aromas and crisp red berry fruit.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIts label, different from Brunello's small Sangiovese figure, shows a man living within the circle of the world of wine, since this wine's denomination is open to any kind of combination and blend.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFermentation: 7 days of alcoholic fermentation in steel and cement tanks and 10 days of skin contact\u003cbr\u003eAging: 12 months in wooden barrels (500 and 2,500 l)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRatings \u0026amp; Reviews\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e96 Points - James Suckling:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"A solid and powerful red with plums, orange peel and hints of dust. Lots of flowers. Full body. Chewy tannins. Round and intense. Rich and intense, as expected in the year, but remains fresh. Try after 2022.\" (Aug 2019)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e92 Points - Wine Advocate:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"From Carlo Ferrini's beautiful Giodo estate, nestled into one of the most idyllic little vineyard nooks found anywhere in Montalcino, the 2017 Giodo is a fresh and accessible expressions of Sangiovese. What comes through most here is the naked beauty of the fruit that shines with raspberry and summer cherry. This wine would make an ideal partner to veal cutlets seasoned with bay leaf or thyme. It opens to blue flower aromas with crushed stone, white pepper and pretty Mediterranean nuances. This wine never reveals any hint of the 2017 heat, and this is surely due to the ideal and romantically hidden-from-view positioning of the Giodo vineyards. Some 8,000 bottles were released in April 2019.\" - Monica Larner (Jan 2020)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"LYRA WINE","offers":[{"title":"750 mL","offer_id":37427896746143,"sku":"4G17PGT6 (6PK)","price":59.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0481\/8940\/7391\/products\/poderegiodorosso11-w-2_f9cf711a-3021-4375-a5a5-0fd09b54eb67.jpg?v=1614114385"},{"product_id":"pommeryapanagenv-w","title":"Pommery \"Apanage\" Brut Champagne NV (Champagne, France) - [JS 93]","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Winery:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePommery \u0026amp; Greno was founded in 1858 by Alexandre Louis Pommery and Narcisse Greno after Monsiuer Pommery learned his wife was expecting another child just after he had decided to retire from wool trading. Unfortunately, he passed away only a year later, but his widow Louise took the reigns and the firm was dedicated to Champagne production. It soon became one of the region's largest Champagne brands - they were the first house to commercialize a brut Champagne in 1874, and they are currently owned by the Vranken-Pommery Monopole Group, which also owns Heidsieck \u0026amp; Co Monopole and Vranken, Château la Gordonne, Domaine Royal de Jarras, and Rozès.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Wine:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003eThe Brut Apanage comes from only twelve carefully selected crus, with a noticeably greater presence of the finest Grand Crus from the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"il\"\u003ePommery\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e vineyard. Chardonnay grapes make up about 45% of the blend, and this cuvée ages six months longer than Brut Royal.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eNotes from the Winemaker:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe essence of fine cuisine. The chardonnay grape has an assertive presence. Brut Apanage is left to mature in chalk cellars on the Pommery Estate for a further six months to allow the subtlety and finesse of Pommery wines to slowly emerge.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEye: Brilliant color, pale yellow, effervescent and lingering.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNose: Fresh, subtle, elegant, creamy, almost butter-like, with citrus fruits (pink grapefruits).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePalate: A wine held together by explosive creaminess. Hazelnuts, dried apricot and vanilla notes are dominated by light tobacco and shortbread.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRatings \u0026amp; Reviews\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e93 Points - James Suckling:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHard to resist this charming and characterful champagne. A wide range of stone fruit aromas plus ripe pear pulls you into the juicy and creamy palate which retains a very nice delicacy of touch. Long, elegant finish with dainty caramelized pear character. 40% chardonnay, 30% pinot noir and 30% pinot meunier with 20% of perpetual reserve in this cuvee based on the 2018 vintage. 17 villages, mostly Premier and Grand Cru. Drink now.\" (Jul 2023)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SOUTHERN \/ AMERICAN \/ PACIFIC WINE \u0026 SPIRITS","offers":[{"title":"750 ml","offer_id":37427913949343,"sku":"55393 (6PK)","price":54.97,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0481\/8940\/7391\/products\/PommeryApanageNV-w-2.png?v=1614114438"},{"product_id":"querciabellacamartina08-w","title":"Querciabella Maremma Toscana IGT \"Camartina\" 2008 (Tuscany, Italy) - [VM 93] [JS 93] [WE 92] [DM 92]","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Winery:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFounded in 1974, Querciabella enjoys the acclaim of the world’s most discriminating critics and consumers for wines such as Camartina, Batàr, Palafreno and Querciabella Chianti Classico. In its uncompromising pursuit of quality, sustainability and authenticity, Querciabella has continually honed its approach to biodynamic viticulture for over a decade. With vineyards located throughout Tuscany’s Chianti Classico and Maremma areas, Querciabella exemplifies the mindful preservation of tradition through forward-thinking, albeit completely natural, winemaking. Camartina is made and released only if the vintage reaches a very high quality level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout this Wine:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe vineyards where the grapes for Camartina are grown have been organically farmed since 1988. A full conversion to biodynamic techniques was later carried out in 2000. The grapes are carefully selected in the vineyards and harvested in 8 kilo crates. They are destemmed, not crushed, then transferred into five-ton French oak fermenters. Here, alcoholic fermentation, maceration and malolactic fermentation take place. Macerations last about 12 days for the Sangiovese, and up to 20 days for the Cabernet Sauvignon. Afterwards, the wine is transferred to French barriques; 25% new oak. The different cepages undergo separate elevage for one year. At this stage, the best lots, selected through extensive tasting, are assembled into the final blend, which undergoes another year of elevage. After bottling the wine rests for about six months before release. The wine is released no sooner than 30 months after harvest. Depending on the vintage, it reaches maturity between 4 and 7 years after harvest. The plateau lasts until at least 18 years after harvest. Camartina is made and released only in the best vintages. \u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTechnical information\u003cbr\u003eVarieties: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eCabernet Sauvignon (70%); Sangiovese (30%).\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eViticulture: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eBiodynamic since 2000; organic since 1988.\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAverage production: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e12,000 bottles.\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAppellation: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eToscana IGT\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFirst vintage: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e1981\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAverage yield: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eCabernet Sauvignon 25 hl\/ha; Sangiovese 35 hl\/ha.\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAverage alcohol content: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e13.5% vol.\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRatings \u0026amp; Reviews\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e93 Points - Vinous Media:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The 2008 Camartina (70% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Sangiovese) comes across as rather understated in this vintage. Dark fruit, spices, leather and tobacco are some of the aromas and flavors that take shape in the glass. Mineral notes appear later to frame the long, vibrant finish. The 2008 shows lovely balance in a relatively subdued style for this wine.\" - Antonio Galloni (Aug 2011) \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e93 Points - James Suckling:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"A wine with a meaty, spicy, dried berry, and cedar character. Full and chewy. This is very powerful, but a little rustic too. Made from organic grapes. Give it three to four years of bottle age.\" (Sep 2011)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e92 Points - Wine Enthusiast:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"This blend opens with ripe aromas that recall blueberry and strawberry jam, followed by notes of spice, chocolate and moist tobacco. The finish is soft and velvety, and it comes with a touch of plush richness. This is complex and balanced.” (Apr 2013) \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e92 Points - Decanter Magazine:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"2008 had lots of spring rain that disrupted budburst, and the cool temperatures delayed fruit-set, but early summer saw some hot temperatures which helped ripening, as did a fine late autumn. The result is a wine that's understated on the nose, with oak spice notes muting the fruit a little, and a palate that's less richly-textured overall. Cool, light, semi-ripe blackberry, plum and attractive sweet spice flavours are held in check by a chunky, muscular structure. 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As the California property of Champagne Louis Roederer, Roederer Estate builds upon a centuries-old tradition of fine winemaking. Roederer's unique winemaking style is based on two elements: complete ownership of its vineyards and the addition of oak-aged reserve wines to each year's blend or cuvee to create complex, dry and harmonious sparkling wines.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNotes from the Winemaker: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRoederer Estate’s winemaking style is based on two elements: ownership of its own vineyards and the addition of oak-aged reserve wines to each year’s blend or cuvée. All the grapes for the Anderson Valley wines are grown on the estate. Oak-aged wines from the estate’s reserve cellars are added to the blend, creating a multi-vintage cuvée in the traditional Louis Roederer style.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOnly the cuvée (first pressing of 120 gallons\/ton) is used; no première or deuxième taille. The fermentation takes place in high-grade stainless steel tanks at 65°F. Zero to minimal malolactic fermentation is used in order to ensure the wines age well and retain the fresh, precise and well-defined style that is one of the characteristics of Roederer Estate wines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVarietals:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 60% Chardonnay, 40% Pinot Noir\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWine Alcohol:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12.5%\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAging:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aged a minimum of two years on the yeast\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRatings \u0026amp; Reviews\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e94 Points - Decanter Magazine:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“Always a solid wine from Anderson Valley, this NV is built of 60% Chardonnay and 40% Pinot Noir and offers pretty lemony and lemon oil notes atop a bed of fragrant white flowers. Very round and complete with an assertive mousse, just-baked bread, and bruised yellow apple fruit. This bubbly has excellent depth and a terrific mineral finish. Aged a minimum of two years on the yeast, clocking in at 10 g\/L. 85,000 9-litre cases produced.” - JC (Mar 2023)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e94 Points - Jeb Dunnuck:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“Impressive from first sip, the MV Brut, made from 60% Chardonnay and 40% Pinot Noir, with 10 to 15% reserve wine, opens in a world of buttered toasty notes, spicy pear, and hazelnut. The oak and fruit shine amidst a backdrop of refreshing acidity speckled in green apple and Meyer lemon. Elegant in style, this medium-bodied Brut has an underlying thread of razor-edged acidity and great length that should keep it fresh and rewarding over the next 8-10 years. Dosage is 10 grams per liter.\" – Virginie Boone (Feb 2025)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e93 Points, Rank #20 Top 100 of '24 - Wine Spectator:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eDynamic yet sleekly elegant, with rich strawberry and apple flavors that are accented by spiced cinnamon and yeast roll as this dances toward the vibrant finish. Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. Drink now through 2026.\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e” - Tim Fish (Dec 2024)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e93 Points - James Suckling:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"Aromas of pie crust with hints of nuts and cooked apple. Some butter cookie. Medium to full body with notes of seashell, cooked apple and lemon rind. Chunky at the end. A base of 2019. A blend of 60% chardonnay and 40% pinot noir. Two years on the lees. 7.5g\/L dosage. Drink or hold.\" (Nov 2023)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e92 Points - Wine Advocate:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“The NV Estate Brut is scented of sour lemon, almonds and biscuits with flinty touches. The medium-bodied palate is rounded and creamy with bright, lemony character and a long, mineral-driven finish.” - Erin Brooks (Jul 2022)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e90 Points - Vinous Media:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe NV Brut is terrific. Bright, aromatic and finely cut, the NV Brut has a lot to offer. Pear, white flowers, mint, spice and white pepper are all beautifully delineated. This is a gorgeous wine, especially for its modest price. This release is based on 2020. Dosage is 10 grams per liter. Disgorged: March 2023.\" - Antonio Galloni (Jun 2025)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e90 Points - Wine Enthusiast: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis bottling is crisp, lively and exuberant, with concentrated and youthful fruit. Fuji apple, sweet Bosc pear, ripe white nectarine, white strawberry, Rainier cherry, and buttery brioche intertwine deliciously with lime cream mousse.\" - Tonya Pitts (Apr 2024)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SOUTHERN \/ AMERICAN \/ PACIFIC WINE \u0026 SPIRITS","offers":[{"title":"750 ml","offer_id":37428117274783,"sku":"483235","price":28.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0481\/8940\/7391\/files\/roedererestate_andersonvalley_brut_sparklingwine-1739821517832.png?v=1767042888"},{"product_id":"roundpondcabkithkin18-w","title":"Round Pond Cabernet Sauvignon \"Kith \u0026 Kin\" 2018 (Napa Valley, California) - [TP 93] [JS 91] [WS 90] [JD 90]","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNotes from the Winemaker:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKith \u0026amp; Kin, Old English for “Friends \u0026amp; Family\", is a Cabernet Sauvignon sourced from all corners of the Napa Valley but with its heart rooted in Rutherford. This wine is approachable in its youth, with balanced tannins and a fruit-forward character. The vast majority of fruit comes from our estate, supplemented by a limited amount from Napa Valley growers.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBeautifully complex and soft aromatics of violets, cola, ripe fig and plum linger on the nose. The generous entry opens with bright, ripe blackberry and boysenberry, softening through the mid-palate with black cherry, cocoa, and allspice. Notes of licorice and tarragon on the finish lead to fine-grained tannins that effortlessly round this young, yet so approachable Cabernet.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eTechnical Information\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinemakers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thomas Rivers Brown \u0026amp; John Wilson\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eVarietal Composition:\u003c\/strong\u003e 84% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Petit Verdot, 5% Merlot, 1% Malbec\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAging:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10 months in 40% new French oak barrels\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRatings \u0026amp; Reviews\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e93 Points - The Tasting Panel:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e“Not only does this come across like a much more expensive Napa Valley Cab, but it is exceedingly approachable, especially for its youth.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e91 Points - James Suckling:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"A rather rich, high-toned red with lots of jammy character and lots of wood. 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And Ruinart's relationship with rose is notable, with historical documents marking the house as the first to sell rose in 1764. Today Ruinart is best-known for blanc de blancs from 100 percent Chardonnay, but the rose shows chef de cave Frederic Panaotis skill with Pinot Noir, blending 55 percent Pinot Noir, of which 18 percent was still red wine, with Chardonnay.\" - Alison Napjus (December 2020)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e92 Points - James Suckling:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Strawberry and pomegranate-infused yeasty autolysis aromas with freshly baked pastry and fresh bready notes. The palate has ripe peach fruits, strawberries and some hints of pink grapefruit. Sweetness, richness and a lively acid kick. Berry pie finish. Drink now.\" (October 4, 2017)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e92 Points - Vinous Media:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Light orange. 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Medium to full-bodied, fleshy and precise, with tangy acids and a pretty mousse, it's ca harming, comparatively vinous wine that is already showing well.\" - William Kelley (Sep 2021)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e90 Points - Wine Enthusiast:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"In the generous style that is Ruinart, the wine is full with red fruits that are mouthfilling and rich. At the same time, there is a crisp streak of mineral texture that cuts through the wine to give a bright aftertaste. 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The estate totals 22 hectares, 11 of which are under vine, dedicated mostly to Sangiovese, with a small olive grove as well. Founded in 1972 (1977 marked the release of their first Brunello), the estate was recently purchased by Roberto Giannelli who restored and renovated the entire facility. 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It’s full-bodied, layered and creamy with intense, round tannins and a finish that lasts for minutes. Best after 2022, but already a joy to taste.\" \u003c\/span\u003e(Nov 11, 2020)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: initial;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e97 Points - \u003cspan style=\"color: #c0504d;\"\u003e\u003cspan color=\"#000000\" style=\"color: #000000;\"\u003eWine Spectator:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: initial;\"\u003e\"Effusive aromas of black currant, blueberry, violet and iron mark this expressive red. Supple and harmonious, with a firm backbone of tannins that are refined and integrated. Shows terrific length and complexity. Best from 2023 through 2043. 1,300 cases made, 650 cases imported.\" - BS (December 2020)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e94 Points - Wine Advocate:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\"The 2015 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva le Lucére reveals rich and well-concentrated fruit with blackberry, prune and plum. The bouquet also has a moment of scorched earth or toasted oak that is quite developed and, to my palate, subtracts from the purity of the fruit. The oak is heavily applied (and I am reminded of American oak). This Riserva ages in barrique, tonneau and botte grande for two years and fruit is drawn from an east-facing vineyard with clay galestro and alberese soils. It is only made in the best years, and this edition saw 4,000 bottles produced. There are soft cherry notes on the finish.\" - Monica Larner (Nov 2020)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e93 Points - Vinous Media:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The 2015 Brunello di Montalcino Le Lucere Riserva blends dusty ripe cherries and earth tones, with notes of sage and exotic spice to form a slightly extroverted yet gorgeous display. It boasts creamy textures cast across a medium-bodied frame, yet it’s wonderfully balanced by zesty, mouthwatering acidity. Cherries, blackberries and currants can all be found here, along with salty minerals adding a tactile feel under an air of violet florals. This is tamed by fine tannins through the finish, ending with a youthfully restrained yet fresh display. The 2015 Riserva is packed full of character and fruit-forward, it’s sure to have a lot of fans.\" - Eric Guido (Nov 2020)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"LYRA WINE","offers":[{"title":"750 ml","offer_id":40872925888671,"sku":"(6PK)","price":219.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0481\/8940\/7391\/products\/LUCERE-RISERVA-2015_1200x1200_26101b2e-b93a-4431-b933-47a6194a8e37.jpg?v=1627406852"},{"product_id":"sanpolobrunello12-w","title":"Poggio San Polo Brunello di Montalcino DOCG 2012 (Tuscany, Italy) - [WS 93] [JS 91]","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Winery: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn 2007, Marilisa Allegrini (of the Veneto's esteemed Allegrini winery!) and Leonardo LoCascio (head of US importer Winebow) purchased the property, and brought in winemaker Nicola Biasi to build on San Polo's already considerable reputation and impressive levels of quality: Poggio San Polo's Brunello di Montalcino have consistently achieved outstanding ratings since the 1997 vintage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe vineyards at San Polo were planted between 1990 and 2000 with the goal of making the highest quality Brunello di Montalcino. With an altitude of 1350 feet above sea level, their southern facing vineyard receives optimal sun exposure and is the highest in Montalcino. The vineyard also has natural terraces facing the stunning Sant'Antimo Valley and is entirely dedicated to Brunello di Montalcino.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"width: 100%; height: 2px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eNotes from the Winemaker:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOur Brunello from San Polo has a lengthy ageing potential and can further improve with extended bottle ageing. This is due both to the characteristics of the soils on which the grapes are grown - the calcareous content provides ideal conditions for Sangiovese - and the position of the vineyards on the beautiful hills at San Polo.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTasting Notes:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIntense and bright ruby red with garnet highlights, this wine reveals typical aromas of violets and small red berries. There is a distinctive aroma of woodland undergrowth, aromatic wood and a light note of vanilla and preserved fruit, followed by subtle nuances of coffee. The nose is intense, persistent, broad and ethereal. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"width: 100%; height: 2px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRatings \u0026amp; Reviews\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e93 Points - Wine Spectator:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eElegant and approachable, this Brunello offers charming berry and cherry flavors, accented by tea, tobacco and spice. Firms up as the dense tannins flex on the finish. Best from 2020 through 2033. 4,166 cases made.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e91 Points - James Suckling:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Lots of cherries and dried fruits with hints of orange peel on the nose. Full body, round and velvety tannins and a juicy finish. So much fruit and richness. Shows the warmth of the vintage. Drink or hold.\" (February 19, 2017)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e90 Points - Robert Parker's Wine Advocate:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"You can see from the Poggio San Polo 2012 Brunello di Montalcino that this vintage produced wines of gorgeous color intensity and appearance. It shows a saturated ruby color with garnet highlights that is very characteristic of Sangiovese from this warm growing season. This expression is aged in large barrel and tonneaux for two years. The bouquet delivers dark fruit aromas, leather and spice. However, the mouthfeel takes a simple and more direct approach with less overall depth and complexity.\" - Monica Larner (Feb 2017)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e90 Points - Wine Enthusiast Magazine:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Underbrush, toast, dark-skinned berry and eucalyptus aromas lead the way. Firmly structured and elegant, the palate offers dried cherry, cranberry and star anise framed in fine-grained tannins. A coffee note wraps up the finish.\" - Kerin O’Keefe (5\/1\/2017)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e89 Points - Vinous Media:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Bright red. Crisp and bright aromas and flavours of red berries and gunflint. Supple on entry with flavors of red fruit and botanical herbs, then tight and vinous on the back with the acidity and tough tannins rising sharply. Cellaring might help soften this Brunello a tad.\" - Ian D'Agata (Mar 2017)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"HENRY WINE GROUP","offers":[{"title":"750 ml","offer_id":37428208173215,"sku":"SPOBMO12C (6pk)","price":59.97,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0481\/8940\/7391\/files\/oxm7usdhcbip92eai5dt.jpg?v=1745947996"},{"product_id":"sanpolobrunello13-m-w","title":"Poggio San Polo Brunello di Montalcino DOCG 2013 [1.5L MAGNUM] (Tuscany, Italy) - [WE 96] [JS 96] [RP 93+] [VM 92] [WS 92]","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the winery:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIn 2007, Marilisa Allegrini (of the Veneto's esteemed Allegrini winery!) and Leonardo LoCascio (head of US importer Winebow) purchased the property, and brought in winemaker Nicola Biasi to build on San Polo's already considerable reputation and impressive levels of quality: Poggio San Polo's Brunello di Montalcino have consistently achieved outstanding ratings since the 1997 vintage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe vineyards at San Polo were planted between 1990 and 2000 with the goal of making the highest quality Brunello di Montalcino. With an altitude of 1350 feet above sea level, their southern facing vineyard receives optimal sun exposure and is the highest in Montalcino. The vineyard also has natural terraces facing the stunning Sant'Antimo Valley and is entirely dedicated to Brunello di Montalcino.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e \u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #0000cd;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eNotes from the Winemaker:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOur Brunello from San Polo has a lengthy ageing potential and can further improve with extended bottle ageing. This is due both to the characteristics of the soils on which the grapes are grown - the calcareous content provides ideal conditions for Sangiovese - and the position of the vineyards on the beautiful hills at San Polo.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIntense and bright ruby red with garnet highlights, this wine reveals typical aromas of violets and small red berries. There is a distinctive aroma of woodland undergrowth, aromatic wood and a light note of vanilla and preserved fruit, followed by subtle nuances of coffee. The nose is intense, persistent, broad and ethereal.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003chr style=\"width: 100%; height: 2px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRatings \u0026amp; Reviews\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e96 Points \u0026amp; \"Cellar Selection\" - Wine Enthusiast Magazine:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Woodland berry, forest floor, exotic spice and tobacco aromas escape the glass. It's bright and loaded with finesse, delivering crushed red cherry, juicy cranberry, cinnamon and clove framed in taut fine-grained tannins. Vibrant acidity lends exquisite balance while a star anise note closes the lingering finish. I love the classic vibe on this -it's the best offering I've had to date from this dynamic estate. Drink 2021-2038.\" - Kerin O'Keefe (5\/1\/2018)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e96 Points - James Suckling:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Aromas of plum, dried meat, flower and figs. Full body, velvety and chewy tannins. So much fruit and intensity. I love the generous fruit and form to this wine. Drink in 2021.\" (November 27, 2017)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e93+ Points - Robert Parker's Wine Advocate:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\"The Poggio San Polo 2013 Brunello di Montalcino offers bright and sweet cherry fruit that pops out with pretty intensity as soon as you lift the glass to your nose. This wine offers beautiful fruit definition and a snappy personality that sings loud and clear. So many Brunellos can taste flat and evolved, but this wine is jazzy and very lively instead. The wine is fermented in cement vats and later aged in large oak casks and tonneaux for two years. Some 50,000 bottles were made.\" - Monica Larner (June 2018)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e92 Points - Vinous Media:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Deep red. Woodsy nuances of underbrush and potpourri complicate aromas of cherry kirsch and licorice. Then youthfully chewy in the mouth, featuring red cherry and licorice flavors similar to the aromas. Finishes with lively acidity and repeating licorice notes on the long back end, which also delivers some alcohol-derived heat.\" - Ian D'Agata (Apr 2018)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e92 Points - Wine Spectator Magazine:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\"\u003cspan style=\"background-color: initial;\"\u003eThis verges on cherry liqueur flavors, along with plum, spice and chocolate notes. Modern in feel, with a direct approach, yet has a firm, dense undertow and a lingering finish. Best from 2020 through 2032. 4,000 cases made.\" - BS (Jun 2018)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e","brand":"WINEBOW","offers":[{"title":"1.5 L","offer_id":40872943845535,"sku":"SPOBMO13E (6pk)","price":139.97,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0481\/8940\/7391\/products\/193863_image_san_polo_brunello_mg_ef82.png?v=1671396637"},{"product_id":"sanpolobrunellorsv12-w","title":"Poggio San Polo Brunello di Montalcino Riserva DOCG 2012 (Tuscany, Italy) - [JS 96] [VM 93+] [WE 93]","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNotes from the Winemaker:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBrunello di Montalcino Riserva is only produced in exceptional vintages. It is made with selected grapes and is aged for two years in barrels, subsequently released on the market six years after the harvest.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eIntense and bright ruby red with garnet highlights, it expresses the typical aromas of violets and small red berries, followed by spicy nuances of walnut husk. The wine has a deeply-woven, robust texture with a persistent finish and well-rounded tannins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRatings \u0026amp; Reviews\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e96 Points - James Suckling:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Reserved and cool for this opulent vintage with red fruits and delicate herbal notes. This is a concentrated and deep wine with a ton of dry tannins. Great balance, too. I love the long finish with its minty freshness. Drink or hold.\" (April 4, 2018)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e93+ Points - Vinous Media:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Dark red with some amber at the rim. Sweet red cherry, Asian herbs and woodsy underbrush on the nose. Enters rich and ripe, then slightly more angular and tart in the middle, offering red berry and cherry flavors that are less flinty and herbal than those of the 2013 Brunello from San Polo. Finishes with lipsmacking acidity and an austere quality. Really needs a few years in the cellar to round out. This will likely turn out to be a very good food wine.\" - Ian D'Agata (Apr 2018)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e93 Points - Wine Enthusiast:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Aromas of ripe plum, underbrush, eucalyptus and star anise emerge in the glass. Polished and firmly structured, the palate delivers fleshy black cherry, strawberry jam, licorice and tobacco set against a backbone of youthfully assertive fine-grained tannins. Drink 2022–2030.\" - Kerin O’Keefe (5\/1\/2018)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e","brand":"HENRY WINE GROUP","offers":[{"title":"750 mL","offer_id":37428208566431,"sku":"SPOBMR12C (6PK)","price":129.97,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0481\/8940\/7391\/products\/sanpoloBrunelloRSV12-w-2.png?v=1614115109"},{"product_id":"schradercabcolesworthy18-m-w","title":"Schrader \"Colesworthy\" Las Piedras Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon 2018 [1.5L MAGNUM] (Napa Valley, California) - [JS 98] [JD 98] [WA 97] [WS 95]","description":"\u003cb\u003eVineyard:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOur Schrader Colesworthy, named in honor of Carol Colesworthy Schrader, represents the highest expression of the remarkable Beckstoffer Las Piedras Vineyard. Like our Schrader Old Sparky program, each vintage the wine is crafted from a handful of outstanding barrel lots from this acclaimed estate. Presented in magnum format, this inky dark wine is fabulously aromatic with oodles of ripe blackberries and a unique minerality accented by notes of vanilla, pencil shavings, and forest floor. This magnificently pure Cabernet Sauvignon shows stunning intensity and finesse with seamless texture and perfect balance across the palate.\u003cbr\u003e\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRatings \u0026amp; Reviews\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e98 Points - James Suckling:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"This is fabulous on the nose with raspberries, blackberries, flowers and crushed stones. Violets, too. Full-bodied with fine, creamy tannins that are so polished and beautiful. It goes on for minutes with a tile, berry and floral aftertaste. Drink after 2022.\" - (27\/01\/2021 )\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e98 Points - Jeb Dunnuck: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA tour de force from this team, the 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon Beckstoffer Las Piedras Vineyard Colesworthy is a barrel selection from this site and I believe it’s brought up all in new Darnajou barrels. It’s a quintessential 2018 with its more reserved, elegant, yet incredibly concentrated style, and like its sibling, it has a beautiful, savory style that includes a wealth of red and black fruits as well as espresso, tobacco leaf, cedar pencil, and dried flowers. It’s actually more reserved and backward than the straight single vineyard release and is full-bodied and flawlessly balanced, with massive tannins, integrated acidity, and a great, great finish. Like a lot of top 2018s from Napa, there’s a more Bordeaux’esque quality to this wine. The tannins are firm and present, there’s plenty of edge and cut, and it delivers a beautiful sense of weightlessness on the palate. Forget bottles for 5-7 years and enjoy over the following 25-30 years\u003c\/span\u003e.\" - Jeb Dunnuck (01\/27\/2020)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e97 Points - Robert Parker's Wine Advocate: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSchrader’s “Colesworthy” comes from Beckstoffer’s Las Piedras vineyard, produced from 337 clone grown on the C block. The 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon Beckstoffer Las Piedras Vineyard Colesworthy is 100% Cabernet Sauvignon and was aged in 100% new Darnajou and Taransaud French oak barrels for 18 months. Deep garnet-purple in color, it is youthfully mute to begin, needing some swirling before it explodes with exuberant black cherries, cassis, blackberry pie with sautéed herbs scents, plus a hint of fragrant earth. Medium to full-bodied, the palate is chock-full of freshly crushed red and black fruit flavors, delivering wonderful vibrancy and finishing long and lively. Bottled in magnums, 118 nine-liter cases were made.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e95 Points - Wine Spectator Magazine:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"A rich and showy version, with really seductive plum sauce, steeped blackberry and warmed cassis notes all working in unison, draping wonderfully over a buried loamy spine. Echoes of smoldering tobacco and melted licorice linger at the very end. Accessible now, as this is primarily fruit-driven. Drink now through 2035. 125 cases made.\" - JM (10\/31\/2021)\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"SOUTHERN \/ AMERICAN \/ PACIFIC WINE \u0026 SPIRITS","offers":[{"title":"1.5 L","offer_id":40872861401247,"sku":"983909","price":984.97,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0481\/8940\/7391\/products\/SchraderCabColesworthy17-M-w-2.jpg?v=1614115188"},{"product_id":"schradercabmb17-w","title":"Schrader \"MB\" Monastery Block To Kalon Cabernet Sauvignon 2017 (Napa Valley, California) - [JD 94-96] [JS 95] [WA 93-95] [WS 94]","description":"\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eNotes from the Winemaker:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eThe debut vintage of Schrader MB explores the vast riches of the Historic To Kalon Vineyard’s Monastery Block to its fullest potential. The fruit from this gravelly vineyard block abutting the Mayacamas Mountains creates a dense, focused, round, and uniquely supple wine with miles of intensely dark, ripe black fruit, dusty earth, and toasty oak. New for the 2017 vintage, the Schrader MB shows elegance and luster, offering a unique expression of this remarkable block of the historic vineyard site..\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eVineyard: Historic To Kalon Vineyard\u003cbr\u003eAppellation: Oakville, Napa Valley\u003cbr\u003eVarietal: 100% Cabernet Sauvignon\u003cbr\u003eComposition: Pure Clone 169\u003cbr\u003eCooperage: Aged 20 months in rare Darnajou French oak barrels\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRatings \u0026amp; Reviews\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e94-96 Points - Jeb Dunnuck: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\"Coming from the To Kalon vineyard, yet from the 3-acre Monastery Block owned by the estate of Robert Mondavi, the 2017 Cabernet Sauvignon Monastery Block is all clone 169 of Cabernet and is aging in 100% new Darnajou barrels. It has a more focused, structured style compared to the Beckstoffer grown fruit and offers impressive amounts of cassis, graphite, new leather, and crushed rocks, with a Pauillac-like stature compared to the more overt sexiness of the other cuvées. With full-bodied richness, a deep, layered texture, and no shortage of length or richness, it’s going to benefit from 4-5 years of bottle age and evolve gracefully.\" (1\/31\/2019)\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e95 Points - James Suckling:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\"Fabulous aromas of crushed blackcurrants, licorice, tar and violet. Inkwell, too. Medium body and tight, linear tannins that are polished and chewy. Driven finish. Needs time to open. First vintage of this wine and from Constellation’s To Kalon holdings. Drink after 2022.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e93-95 Points - Robert Parker's Wine Advocate:\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\"A barrel sample, the 2017 Cabernet Sauvignon Monastery Block is deep garnet-purple and has a nose of warm blackberries, preserved plums and mulberries with an earthy\/savory undercurrent of smoked mates, chargrill, roasted nuts and sautéed herbs. The palate is medium to full-bodied, firm and concentrated, with nice ripe, grainy tannins and great concentration, finishing long and earthy.\" - Lisa Perrotti-Brown (29th Oct 2018)\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e94 Points - Wine Spectator:\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\"Shows a beautiful range of warmed sassafras, sage and bay leaf aromas, with black tea and juniper hints, all of which impart a sense of lift and volume to the steeped plum and açaí berry core. Reveals a smoldering loam note through the finish. Best from 2021 through 2036. \" — J.M. 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Parker, Jr.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSince 1978 the Shafer family has produced wine in the Stags Leap District, one of the most highly-regarded winegrowing regions within Napa Valley. Shafer’s wines, including its signature wine,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eHillside Select\u003c\/em\u003e, are found in collectors’ cellars and on wine lists in top hotels and restaurants throughout the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe small winery is managed by Doug Shafer, son of winery founders John and Bett Shafer. Elias Fernandez is winemaker. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHillside Select is sourced from a collection of 14 small vineyard blocks planted within an eons-old amphitheater-like structure of rock and volcanic soil that surrounds the winery. Thanks to scant soil nutrients and moisture, yields at harvest are meager and the berries are small, about the size of blueberries. This Stags Leap District site’s combination of rugged, arid soil and climate results in lush Cabernet Sauvignon fruit with dark color and intense, classic flavor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2013 Hillside Select is a rich, expansive wine balanced by liveliness and energetic aromas and flavors. This vintage is a liquid feast of black cherry, dark chocolate, briar fruit, black tea, cola, blackberry, tobacco, and aromatic herbs. All this abundance comes wrapped in slate minerality while wearing its Stags Leap District tannins with silky ease. It may be difficult to put off drinking this 100% hillside Cabernet Sauvignon but it is sure to offer greater riches with time in your cellar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"width: 100%; height: 3px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRatings \u0026amp; Reviews\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e99 Points , \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000; font-weight: bold;\"\u003e#16 Top 100 Domestic Wines of 2017 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cinline style=\"color: rgb(149, 55, 52);\"\u003eRank #62 Top 100 Wines of 2017\u003c\/inline\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e- James Suckling:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Wonderful floral aromas with perfumed roses plus hints of blackcurrants and spearmint. Full-bodied and so powerful and muscular but always showing the brightness and beauty of fruit. Winemakers say this reminds them of the 1978, their first year. It certainly has the structure — \"those tannins\" as they put it. Finish is so impressive with tar, iron and spices. Available in September 2017. Try in 2023.\" (May 22, 2017)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e98+ Points - Robert Parker's Wine Advocate:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The 2013 Cabernet Sauvignon Hillside Select will probably hit the magic three-digit score, but it is a more backward style of wine, although probably even more concentrated than the 2012, and that's saying something. Fabulous potential of 30-50 years is evident in this profound bottle of Cabernet Sauvignon that is inky blue\/black to the rim and offers up notes of charcoal embers, scorched earth, blackberries, cassis, blueberries, a hint of coffee, and background barrique smells. Massively concentrated but incredibly elegant and poised, this is a wine of great energy and vibrancy. It is fabulously deep, built like a skyscraper, and set for an incredibly long life. Try not to consume a bottle for at least another 4-5 years and then watch the magic unfold.\" - Robert M. Parker, Jr. (Oct 2016)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: initial;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e98 Points - Wine Enthusiast:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\"Among the Napa Valley's most crowning achievements in Cabernet, this vintage of Hillside Select is stunning, bright and beguiling in every way. Intensely layered, its interwoven flavors burst in black licorice, dark chocolate, pipe tobacco, gun smoke and garrigue. Spicy oak adds to the power and weight. Drinkable now, it will show even greater finesse in time; enjoy best 2023-2033 and possibly beyond.\" - VB (4\/1\/2018)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e94-97 Points - Vinous Media:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The 2013 Cabernet Sauvignon Hillside Select is intense and vertical in style. Bright, focused and incredibly persistent, the 2013 is also a terrific example of the year. Lavender, mint, violets, spices and cloves add nuance, but the 2013 is above all else a wine of structure. The balance of fruit, tannin and acidity results in a compelling wine that will thrill readers for two decades-plus.\" - Antonio Galloni (Oct 2015)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e94 Points - Wine Spectator Magazine:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Graceful and supple, rich and loamy, tilted toward the savory, herbal side of Cabernet, with modest cherry and currant notes. Displays deft balance and hints of anise and underbrush. Complex throughout. 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Rich, explosive and savory, the 2016 dazzles with intensity in all of its dimensions. Graphite, smoke, savory herbs and spice notes wrap around a core of dark fruit in a vertical, towering Cabernet Sauvignon that captures all the vintage has to offer. \" - Antonio Galloni (Dec 2018)\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e94 Points \u0026amp; \u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000;\"\u003e#91 Top 100 Wines of 2019\u003c\/span\u003e - Wine Spectator:\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e\"Offers a tasty core of plum and blackberry fruit, backed by lively anise and apple wood notes. Restrained overall, with an alluring freshness and a subtle charcoal hint lingering deftly at the end. Drink now through 2032. 639 cases made.\" - JM \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e92 Points - James Suckling:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\"A really pretty cab with fresh blueberries, crushed stones and orange zest, plus hints of hazelnuts. Medium body, bright acidity, tightly wound tannins and a fine finish. 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Founder and patriarch Livio Felluga is accredited with innovating and mastering modern wine making in Italy. While Felluga passed away in 2016 at the age of 102, his reputation for creating exceptionally lush, crisp and well-balanced wines extends well beyond the region of Friuli. His wines are recognized the world over as the finest in their categories. Today, the family-owned winery is led by Livio's son, Andrea Felluga.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 500-acre Livio Felluga Estate includes 370 acres of rolling hillside vineyards in the Collio and Colli Orientali del Friuli. Friuli's temperate climate, protected by the Alps to the north and moderated by the Adriatic Sea to the south is a winemaker's dream. The sparse soil of marl and calcareous deposits is ideal for the white varieties, and also for their complex red wines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNotes from the Winemaker:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe grapes used in smooth, elegant Sigar are both botanical and fruity in spirit: when perfectly ripe they lead us into the cool welcoming atmosphere of a Mediterranean garden. From the Ancient Belvedere, looking towards the Strada del Sole, you can see glimpses of the vines planted in 1963. This is a mass selection, whose origins are lost to us, its roots thrust into the flysch di Cormòns, the typical soil of this area, known as ponca in Friulan dialect. The bunches are medium-sized and fairly sparse. These vines have witnessed the recent history of our land and today they have an authentic story to tell of Friuli and its hills.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinemaking\u003c\/strong\u003e: The handpicked grapes, placed in small crates, were destemmed and left to undergo maceration on the skins for a few hours. The wine was racked into 7-hectolitre terracotta jars towards the end of alcoholic fermentation, to permit proper temperature control. Malolactic fermentation took place over three weeks. Keeping the wine on the yeasts contributed to its creamy texture, and ageing in terracotta enhanced its minerally qualities.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrapes\u003c\/strong\u003e: 100% Friulano\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/b\u003e: Lustrous yellow in the glass with captivating greenish hues. On the nose, the elegant portrait of an authentic friulano. Developing aromas of almond blossom and candied citrus peel blend nicely with floral notes of freesia, wisteria and thyme. Abate pears and Golden Delicious apples appear alongside breezy hints of freshly mown grass and rosemary. Intriguing hints of desiccated coconut and sweet spices like saffron and ginger are released in the glass. A refreshing, mouth-watering entry and satisfying, smooth flavor with a lively supporting tartness. Velvety and beautifully put together, with fresh, complex impetus imprinting a tangy moreish flavor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood Pairings:\u003c\/strong\u003e An astonishing wine to enjoy with raw clams; linguine with sea urchin; risotto with salicornia and peverasse clams; cuttlefish with puréed peas, lemon and botargo; boreto alla graesana, a fish stew, with eels; as well as San Daniele prosciutto; chicken marinated in yoghurt and masala; duck à l’orange; or polpette with kale chips.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRatings \u0026amp; Reviews\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e93 Points - James Suckling:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Extremely exotic, with peach-pie and cooked-apple character. Lemony undertones, as well as some honeysuckle and honey. Layered and flavorful. New single-vineyard wine from here. Drink now.” (7\/22)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e92 Points - Wine Enthusiast: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Originally planted in 1963, the Sigar vineyard continues to produce distinctive examples of Friulano. Both fruit forward and herbal at the same time, this wine is dynamic from start to finish. Mixed stone fruits and fresh leafy herbs dominate the nose. The palate is tart, textured and layered between mineral, fruit and herbal notes, with a slight almondy accent on the finish. Drink now–2035.\" — Jeff Porter (7\/1\/23)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e92 Points - Vinous:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The 2019 Friulano Sigar is understated in the glass, hinting at nuances of young peach, chamomile and wet stone. This soothes with its weighty, nearly glycerol textures, all balanced by a core of brisk acidity and saline mineral tones. Dried apricot and lemon custard notes come forward toward the close. The 2019 finishes with tension and length, leaving a citrusy concentration under an air of tropical inner florals. The Friulano Sigar makes the taster work a little to uncover its hidden charms, yet they are worth hunting for. 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First crafted in 2005, the Lokoya Spring Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon is primarily sourced from three vineyards: the estate-owned Yverdon vineyard (2,100 feet), the Wurtele vineyard (1,000 feet) and Spring Mountain Vineyard (1,800 feet). Cool daytime temperatures, deficient soil and sharply inclined vineyard terraces combine to create ideal growing conditions for Cabernet Sauvignon. The wines from Spring Mountain express a signature floral perfume, deep red fruit flavors and smooth tannins.\u003cbr\u003e\u003chr style=\"width: 100%; height: 2px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 13pt;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRatings \u0026amp; Reviews\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left; font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e99 Points - Jeb Dunnuck: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Also borderline perfection, the 2016 Cabernet Sauvignon Spring Mountain District offers more conifer and pine forest notes as well as vivid blueberry fruits, a full-bodied, intense, layered mouthfeel, thrilling elegance, and a big finish. My note on this one was sprinkled with a few expletives and this wine has everything you could want from Cabernet Sauvignon. As with the other 2016s from Chris, 2-4 years of bottle age are recommended.\" (1\/31\/2019)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e97 Points - Robert Parker's Wine Advocate: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Deep garnet-purple colored and made up of 100% Cabernet Sauvignon, the 2016 Cabernet Sauvignon Spring Mountain gives up tantalizing notes of licorice, chocolate box and spearmint over a core of crushed blackcurrants, blackberries and kirsch plus wafts of roses and fertile loam. Full-bodied, firm and oh-so-minerally in the mouth, it has a solid structure of grainy tannins and seamless freshness, finishing on a lingering earthy note. 825 cases produced.\" - Lisa Perrotti-Brown (29th Oct 2018)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e95+ Points - Vinous Media:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The 2016 Cabernet Sauvignon (Spring Mountain) is supple, silky and remarkably pure, with striking nuance to match its soft contours and plush fruit. Resonant and enveloping, with terrific depth, the 2016 is striking today. The Spring Mountain is the most open and inviting of the Lokoya Cabernets, but ideally readers should give it a few years in the cellar, which will allow the full range of aromatics to develop. \" - Antonio Galloni (Dec 2018)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e94 Points - James Suckling:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Big and chewy red with blueberries and blackberries and fresh-herb undertones. Full-bodied and chewy. Boisterous and solid. Needs five to six years to soften.\" (2\/4\/2019)\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"REGAL WINE COMPANY","offers":[{"title":"750 mL","offer_id":40872897347743,"sku":"4001649x3 (3pk)","price":424.97,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0481\/8940\/7391\/products\/LokoyaSM.png?v=1625707561"},{"product_id":"loringchardsierramar10-w","title":"Loring Chardonnay \"Durell Vineyard\" 2010 (Sonoma Coast, California)","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRatings \u0026amp; Reviews\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 13pt;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cb\u003e91 Points - James Suckling:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Lots of pretty fruit that shows apple pie and hints of cream, butterscotch and caramel. Full and very fresh with clean fruit and fresh acidity. 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Drink now through 2014. 150 cases made.\" JL\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SWIRL WINE BROKERS","offers":[{"title":"750 ml","offer_id":37428778303647,"sku":"","price":35.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0481\/8940\/7391\/products\/loringchardsierramar10-w-2.jpg?v=1614113210"},{"product_id":"marcarinibarolobrunate11-m-w","title":"Marcarini Barolo \"Brunate\" DOCG 2011 [1.5 L] (Piedmont, Italy) - [JS 94] [VM 91]","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000;\" data-mce-style=\"color: #ff0000;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eAbout the Winery: \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003ePoderi \u003cspan class=\"il\"\u003eMarcarini\u003c\/span\u003e can trace its roots back to in the mid-1800s, when Giuseppe Tarditi established his winery in La Morra, in the heart of the village. Since 1990, it has been owned and managed by Manuel Marchetti, widower to Giuseppe's great, great, granddaughter, the late Luisa Bava. Just recently, 6th generation Elisa joined the winery after completing her degree in viticulture and enology.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe estate was one of the very first in the area to designate single vineyards on its labels, as early as 1950 - specifically their two celebrated, contiguous crus, Brunate and La Serra. The Nebbiolo grapes for these Baroli are grown within the estate's original nucleus, high on the rolling terroir of La Morra. The La Serra is perfumed, breezy and ethereal, with incense and notes of dried grass while the Brunate is more muscular, brooding and intense, and far more demanding and complex in its youth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe wine has a magnificent garnet-red color with intense ruby-red reflections, of correct intensity and tonality. The nose is composite, rich, full and persistent, with hints of vanilla, sweet spices, tobacco, mountain hay and underbrush. Impressive taste sensations reveal the wine's imperious, noble, warm and velvety character, and the flavor is long and intense. To be served in crystal glasses with very large bowls.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eTechnical Information\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVariety:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nebbiolo\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRootstocks:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kober 5BB - 420A\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlantation Density:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4,000 rootstocks per hectare\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTraining System:\u003c\/strong\u003e Free-standing espalier with 'Guyot' pruning\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAverage Altitude:\u003c\/strong\u003e 300 m above sea level\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExposure:\u003c\/strong\u003e South Southwest\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e calcareous, argillaceous, with magnesium content\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlantation Dates:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1980\/1986\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eZones:\u003c\/strong\u003e La Morra and Barolo\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCultivated Area:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4.5 hectares\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRatings \u0026amp; Reviews\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e94 Points - James Suckling:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"A rich and flavorful red with plum, dried orange peel and a chocolate finish. Full body, round tannins and a savory finish. Better in 2018.\" (April 13th, 2015)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e91 Points - Vinous Media:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Marcarini's 2011 Barolo Brunate comes across as a bit light in this vintage. Site specific nuance is pushed to the background in this decidedly mid-weight Barolo. Dark red cherry, tobacco, mint and crushed flowers flesh out in a relatively pliant, open Brunate that uncharacteristically appears to be built for near and medium-term drinking.\" - Antonio Galloni (November 2014)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"WINE WAREHOUSE","offers":[{"title":"1.5 L","offer_id":37428891189407,"sku":"136820 (6PK)","price":158.97,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0481\/8940\/7391\/products\/marcarinibarolobrunate08-w-2_85f3b2ce-86e3-4867-ae89-1d5c74aa40b2.jpg?v=1614113352"},{"product_id":"molinosantantimobrunello15-w","title":"Molino Di Sant'Antimo Brunello Di Montalcino 2015 (Tuscany, Italy) - [JS 93]","description":"\u003cb\u003eAbout The Wine:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Brunello di Montalcino wine produced by Molino di Sant'Antimo, represents the maximum expression of our products. The carefully selected, pure Sangiovese grapes, during their transformation into wine by the appropriate techniques undergo the constant checks during the long aging process in oak vats. The maximum capacity of 60 Hl. per vat enhances the appreciation of the exceptional qualities of this wine. Its ruby red color, fruity and spicy bouquet, and the harmonious velvety taste, blend to make this wine so particularly elegant and persistent.\u003cbr\u003eTime of aging: 3,5 years\u003cbr\u003eSize of Barrels: 60 Hl.\u003cbr\u003eLength of time in bottles before release: 4 months\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRatings \u0026amp; Reviews\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e93 Points - James Suckling:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"A rich and round wine with lots of plum and chocolate, as well as hints of burnt orange. Full-bodied, round and juicy with a nice frame of chewy tannins. 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At present, this South American country produces wines that can satisfy any consumer's desires, from cheap quaffing wines to world-class age worthy reds.\" \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv align=\"right\"\u003e\u003cspan face=\"Century Gothic, ITC Avant Garde, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e- Jay Miller, Robert Parker's Wine Advocate (Oct. 2008)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv align=\"left\"\u003e\u003cspan face=\"Century Gothic, ITC Avant Garde, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv align=\"left\"\u003e\u003cspan face=\"Century Gothic, ITC Avant Garde, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"il\"\u003eMontes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"il\"\u003eFolly\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis a pure Syrah grown on the very steepest slopes of the winery's \"la Finca de Apalta\" vineyard, in Apalta Valley, with an inclination exceeding 45°. These high reaches are home to the superb grapes that become\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"il\"\u003eMontes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"il\"\u003eFolly\u003c\/span\u003e, Chile's first ultra-premium Syrah.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNotes from the Winemaker:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe 2011–2012 season presented very scant rain due to the “La Niña” phenomenon. The spring was very cold but frost-free, which was perfect for optimal foliage growth, flowering, fruit set, and cluster definition. The summer was dry and clear, without the cold and cloudy days of the previous season.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTerroir:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe grapes for Montes Folly grow on the steepest hillsides of our Finca de Apalta, where the vines have best adapted. There they reach a good balance between vegetative expression and crop load, resulting in low yields with highly concentrated grapes. This year’s grapes were leisurely picked between March 27 and April 23.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\nMontes Folly is a deep purplish ruby red in color. Aromatically it is very complex and potent without losing elegance. Ripe red and blue berries predominate on the nose with a seductive pastry note. 18 months in new French oak barrels lend interesting notes of coffee, chocolate, and very well-integrated toast that allows the fruit to be perceived in a colossal way. The palate reaffirms the aromatic sensations with light notes of dairy and nutmeg. Well balanced with very round tannins, tremendous structure, and a very long finish.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eTechnical Information\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFiltering: Unfiltered.\u003cbr\u003eVineyard Yield: Approximately 3 tons per hectare (1.5 ton\/acre).\u003cbr\u003eGrape Variety: 100% Syrah.\u003cbr\u003eOak Aging: 18 months in new French oak barrels.\u003cbr\u003eAlcohol 15.8º\u003cbr\u003eTotal Acidity (H2SO4) 3.80 g\/lt.\u003cbr\u003eResidual Sugar 3.38 g\/lt.\u003cbr\u003epH 3.52\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRatings \u0026amp; Reviews\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e97 Points - James Suckling:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\"Incredible wine with blackberry, dried meat, granite, spice, and blueberry character. Full body, super velvety texture, yet incredibly fine and long. Such finesse and balance. Clearly the benchmark for syrah in South America. So gorgeous to drink now but will age beautifully.\" (May 12th, 2016)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e93 Points - Wine Spectator Magazine:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Deeply flavored, rich and intense, with concentrated flavors of dark plum, raspberry, blackberry and chocolate mousse. Well-structured, featuring a long finish that oozes Asian spice and notes of hot stone and white pepper. 500 cases imported.\" - KM (Feb 29, 2016)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e93 Points - Vinous Media:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Opaque ruby. Heady, oak-spiced blackberry, cherry-vanilla, violet and incense scents show excellent clarity and a hint of smokiness. Supple and broad on the palate, offering deeply concentrated dark berry preserve, vanilla and floral pastille flavors and a suggestion of mocha. Closes with powerful spicy thrust, an echo of juicy blue fruit and velvety tannins that come in late. This flamboyant wine reminded me quite a bit of a high-end Barossa Shiraz.\" - Josh Raynolds (Feb 2017)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e93 Points \u0026amp; Cellar Selection - Wine Enthusiast Magazine:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"One of Chile's ripest, most full-bodied Syrahs needs more time to fully strut its stuff. Aromas of graphite and coconut are prominent on a lush, boldly fruited bouquet. A highly concentrated palate allows for deep digging, while flavors of blackberry, black plum and raw oak turn savory and spicy as this breathes. An inky, powerful finish is appropriate.\" - MS (6\/1\/2016)\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e","brand":"Guarachi Wine Partners","offers":[{"title":"750 mL","offer_id":40872993652895,"sku":"597622 (6pk)","price":139.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0481\/8940\/7391\/products\/montesFollySyrah11-w-2_73720deb-87c0-49f3-91ae-91fe23a3b5cf.jpg?v=1614113661"}],"url":"https:\/\/artisan.wine\/collections\/90-points-james-suckling.oembed?page=6","provider":"Artisan W\u0026S","version":"1.0","type":"link"}