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BaroloSpecials, 95 & 96 points
SuperTuscan, Barbera, Aglianico
Tasty Whites & Rose values
BaroloSpecials, 95 & 96 points
SuperTuscan, Barbera, Aglianico
Tasty Whites & Rose values
2020 COPPO BARBERA D'ASTI
'CAMP DU ROUSS
$19.99 BTL./$239.88 CASE
'CAMP DU ROUSS
$19.99 BTL./$239.88 CASE
The torch-carrying Barbera of the Coppo lineup, Camp du Rouss was first produced in 1985. This was revolutionary because at the time, Asti Barbera was known much more for quantity rather than top quality. It is also named after the original owner of the vineyard, a big burly red headed man who used to scare the children. Not to worry, these wines are smooth, stylish and very friendly.
A fierce nose reveals itself instantly from the first moment it is poured. Smoked blackberry, chocolate powder, licorice and mineral earth nuances emerge and follow through to a voluptuous penetrating fruit-driven texture framed by sleek bright tones and an expansive finish. Kudos to the Coppo family for again delivering a terrific, mouthfilling red wine that veraciously over-delivers!
A fierce nose reveals itself instantly from the first moment it is poured. Smoked blackberry, chocolate powder, licorice and mineral earth nuances emerge and follow through to a voluptuous penetrating fruit-driven texture framed by sleek bright tones and an expansive finish. Kudos to the Coppo family for again delivering a terrific, mouthfilling red wine that veraciously over-delivers!
2022 BOCALE VALENTINI
TREBBIANO DI SPOLETO
$19.99 BTL./$239.88 CASE
TREBBIANO DI SPOLETO
$19.99 BTL./$239.88 CASE
The origins for this version of Trebbiano are from the neighborhood around Perugia. Unlike other members of the Trebbiano family, this grape is native to this area and comes from the word Trebula.
Elevated in stainless steel vessels, this wine almost has a quasi-white Burgundy feel to it. Very sea-driven aromas. Almost cynar-like herbs. Some creamy tones but quite mineral. Honey, lime, white flowers and a touch of churned butter. Crawls through the mouth and the salty aspects really shine through. Lengthy, subtly spicy finish that coasts the palate. Sappy, happy and very snappy. Damn delicious now! Very exciting and a wow for the money! Denser fishes should be on the plate. Salmon for sure.
Elevated in stainless steel vessels, this wine almost has a quasi-white Burgundy feel to it. Very sea-driven aromas. Almost cynar-like herbs. Some creamy tones but quite mineral. Honey, lime, white flowers and a touch of churned butter. Crawls through the mouth and the salty aspects really shine through. Lengthy, subtly spicy finish that coasts the palate. Sappy, happy and very snappy. Damn delicious now! Very exciting and a wow for the money! Denser fishes should be on the plate. Salmon for sure.
2020 CORZANO TOSCANA ROSSO
'IL CORZANELLO'
[REG. $14.99]
SPECIAL $11.99 BTL./$143.88 CASE
'IL CORZANELLO'
[REG. $14.99]
SPECIAL $11.99 BTL./$143.88 CASE
Normally I see an endless stream of Sangiovese, Cabernet/Merlot blends in this price range and they are all about as boring as watching amateur wrestling. For some reason, this really pushed my buttons and caused me to declare, ‘what’s not to like about this!'
Aged in stainless steel tanks, this succulent wine is teeming with cherry and berry fruit. Undertones of sage and tobacco play nicely off of allspice and cocoa notes leap from the glass and carry over into a texture that is and sumptuous in the mouth with plenty of lift, depth and personality. Have this over-achiever with tomato-based pastas, roasted pork or grilled vegetables. If you love yummy red wine and Tuscany, you will not want to miss this delectable drinker, and even more so at this hot new price.
Aged in stainless steel tanks, this succulent wine is teeming with cherry and berry fruit. Undertones of sage and tobacco play nicely off of allspice and cocoa notes leap from the glass and carry over into a texture that is and sumptuous in the mouth with plenty of lift, depth and personality. Have this over-achiever with tomato-based pastas, roasted pork or grilled vegetables. If you love yummy red wine and Tuscany, you will not want to miss this delectable drinker, and even more so at this hot new price.
2022 CASA SETARO
AGLIANICO 'TERRAMATA'
$17.99 BTL./$215.88 CASE
AGLIANICO 'TERRAMATA'
$17.99 BTL./$215.88 CASE
100% Aglianico from Tirone della Guardia in Vesuvio National Park’s black volcanic sand, I have always been partial to this estate's Falanghina but the red wine sibling is equally exciting.
Tar, mineral, smoked red licorice and dried flowers, this is not for those who like ‘em ripe, sweet and fruity, this is as old-school and food friendly as it gets. The texture is well formed, tangy, dry and semi-spicy with a fine and savory finish. Not one to sit around and sip as a cocktail, it is perfect to drink now and over the next 2-3 years with roasted meats with tomatoes or a spicy pasta dish. It is amazing how this wine can cut into chili flakes.
Tar, mineral, smoked red licorice and dried flowers, this is not for those who like ‘em ripe, sweet and fruity, this is as old-school and food friendly as it gets. The texture is well formed, tangy, dry and semi-spicy with a fine and savory finish. Not one to sit around and sip as a cocktail, it is perfect to drink now and over the next 2-3 years with roasted meats with tomatoes or a spicy pasta dish. It is amazing how this wine can cut into chili flakes.
2023 GAROFOLI 'KOMAROS' ROSE
$11.99 BTL./$143.88 CASE
$11.99 BTL./$143.88 CASE
Over the last week I have tasted a dozen rosé wines then recently opened this new arrival and Number 13 just went to Number 1!
100% Montepulciano and a coral pink color, it is not only attractive to gawk at, but it is even better to toss back in copious quantities. Pronounced cherry tones are reminiscent of those just around the pit. More and more floral tones unfold as the wine is swirled in the glass. In the mouth there is lovely, thirst-quenching red fruit that is bright and vivid. There is plenty of personality here to have this wine go with an array of dishes from grilled snapper to baked lasagna.
100% Montepulciano and a coral pink color, it is not only attractive to gawk at, but it is even better to toss back in copious quantities. Pronounced cherry tones are reminiscent of those just around the pit. More and more floral tones unfold as the wine is swirled in the glass. In the mouth there is lovely, thirst-quenching red fruit that is bright and vivid. There is plenty of personality here to have this wine go with an array of dishes from grilled snapper to baked lasagna.
2023 CA' LOJERA LUGANA BIANCO
$23.99 BTL./$287.88 CASE
$23.99 BTL./$287.88 CASE
Located on the south shore of Lake Garda on the border of the Veneto and Lombardy, the estate of Ca’ Lojera specializes in Lugana. This white wine region mostly puts forth wines consumed in the trattoria of the region, however, Ca’ Lojera takes the wines made from the Turbiana grape to loftier heights than anyone would ever expect.
Armed with engaging aromas of mandarin and honeydew, there is an abundance of underlying mineral in this unoaked white wine that are almost reminiscent of something dry and lively from France’s Alsace region. Revealing a sizeable core, but also no shortage of crisp, brisk, sweeping zesty, stone flavors that coat and cleanse the entire palate. An excellent choice for seafood dishes particularly ahi tuna cooked rare and doused in a green or tomato-based salsa.
Armed with engaging aromas of mandarin and honeydew, there is an abundance of underlying mineral in this unoaked white wine that are almost reminiscent of something dry and lively from France’s Alsace region. Revealing a sizeable core, but also no shortage of crisp, brisk, sweeping zesty, stone flavors that coat and cleanse the entire palate. An excellent choice for seafood dishes particularly ahi tuna cooked rare and doused in a green or tomato-based salsa.
2019 TEDESCHI 'SAN ROCCO'
VALPOLICELLA RIPASSO
$23.99 BTL./$143.94 - SIX PACK
VALPOLICELLA RIPASSO
$23.99 BTL./$143.94 - SIX PACK
The Tedeschi family has been making this top-end Valpolicella Ripasso since 1976. Ripasso is a Veneto winemaking technique that consists of taking freshly pressed Valpolicella Classico juice and passing it over the pommace (mainly skins and seeds) of the Amarone. This is truly the best of both worlds, bringing a level of intensity that is perfectly balanced by the fresh and bright berry notes that come naturally from the Corvina grape.
Instantly this Ripasso offers heaps of luscious dark cherry, plum, Egyptian spice, amare and dark chocolate. Full bodied and intense with great balance and fine-grained tannins support the lushness through to the long finish that is full of mouth-coating complexity. Enjoy now over the next 6-8 years.
Instantly this Ripasso offers heaps of luscious dark cherry, plum, Egyptian spice, amare and dark chocolate. Full bodied and intense with great balance and fine-grained tannins support the lushness through to the long finish that is full of mouth-coating complexity. Enjoy now over the next 6-8 years.
2018 BREZZA BAROLO 'CANNUBI'
[REG. $71.99]
SPECIAL $54.99 BTL./$329.94 - 6 PK
[REG. $71.99]
SPECIAL $54.99 BTL./$329.94 - 6 PK
95 Points - Wine Enthusiast Magazine...Sometimes with stardom comes arrogance and pretense. With so much recent worldwide demand for Brezza’s impeccable Italian masterpieces, one could expect this Barolo maestro to be a total jagoff. This is absolutely not the case, and while we always love selling great wine, it is an even greater pleasure to sell great wines from a genius and artist who is gentlemanly, extremely friendly and nice like Enzo Brezza!
Around here, we often describe Cannubi as being the 'Volnay Champans of Barolo'. The sandy soils are a virtual hillside beach and the Brezza site is at the magical 250-meter mark, which allows the wine to articulate its aromatics so well. The 2018 is textbook Barolo with alluring aromas of mineral, flowers, perfume, berry and a hint of coriander and tar come out of this youthful, but substantially complex nose. Very traditional with great typicity in the mouth, excellent density and flavor shine, but plenty of backbone and grip are present, which will need some time to resolve and become exquisite. Wiry, earth-laden spicy fruit are late arrivals on the very long finish. A beguiling Barolo for the money and is one that should be consumed with earthy, truffle and mushroom fare from through 2033+.
Around here, we often describe Cannubi as being the 'Volnay Champans of Barolo'. The sandy soils are a virtual hillside beach and the Brezza site is at the magical 250-meter mark, which allows the wine to articulate its aromatics so well. The 2018 is textbook Barolo with alluring aromas of mineral, flowers, perfume, berry and a hint of coriander and tar come out of this youthful, but substantially complex nose. Very traditional with great typicity in the mouth, excellent density and flavor shine, but plenty of backbone and grip are present, which will need some time to resolve and become exquisite. Wiry, earth-laden spicy fruit are late arrivals on the very long finish. A beguiling Barolo for the money and is one that should be consumed with earthy, truffle and mushroom fare from through 2033+.
2019 BREZZA BAROLO 'CANNUBI'
[REG. $76.99]
SPECIAL $59.99 BTL./$359.94 - 6 PK
[REG. $76.99]
SPECIAL $59.99 BTL./$359.94 - 6 PK
96 Points - Wine Enthusiast Magazine...2019 is a stalwart Piedmont vintage but it is also one that is built to age for a long time and Brezza's Cannubi possesses profound qualities indeed. Cannubi is like the poppy hooks of Ghost’s ‘Mary on a Cross’. Catchy and melodic, primary and almost inviting scents rule the day.
Rose petal and strawberry licorice play off mushroom, tar and smoke. One can almost just smell this all day long! On the palate it is still tight as a tick, but with superb ripeness and stellar potential. Very wiry and Burgundian-influenced, especially on the youthful finish, which is stacked and packed with grand cru depth and length! Firm, penetrating and destined for greatness! Hold on to this until 2027 and it will undoubtedly live and develop even further for another two decades and beyond.
Rose petal and strawberry licorice play off mushroom, tar and smoke. One can almost just smell this all day long! On the palate it is still tight as a tick, but with superb ripeness and stellar potential. Very wiry and Burgundian-influenced, especially on the youthful finish, which is stacked and packed with grand cru depth and length! Firm, penetrating and destined for greatness! Hold on to this until 2027 and it will undoubtedly live and develop even further for another two decades and beyond.
