Estate-grown Chianti Classico DOCG Introduced in 1988 with the 1985 vintage, Pèppoli Chianti Classico DOCG is the archetypal modern Chianti Classico. In a departure from traditional Chiantis, Pèppoli combines the complexity and structure of a well-aged riserva with the fruity fragrance of a young wine. This style is made possible by...
The original Super-Tuscan, Tignanello is produced exclusively from the Tignanello vineyard, a 47 hectares (116 acres) southwest-facing, calcareous rocky-marl and limestone soil plot with tufaceous elements, planted between 1,150 and 1,312 feet above sea level at Antinori's Santa Cristina Estate. It was the first Sangiovese to be aged in small oak...
Arnaldo Caprai Grechetto Montefalco Grecante 2006
The Caprai estate has an important presence in Montefalco wine production. Their wine-making success has been noted by Gambero Rosso who has awarded their most prestigious award, the Tre Bicchieri” (Three Glasses), year after year to the Caprai estate. Marco Caprai began managing the family winery in 1989 after studying enology...
Banfi Rosso Di Montalcino 2006
Castello Banfi Rosso di Montalcino is a wine of noble origins and impressive original thinking. Made from 100% select Brunello clones, Rosso di Montalcino is classified as Brunello's younger sibling. Rosso di Montalcino is aged less than its elder counterpart - 12 months in wood (half in French oak barrique and...
The vineyards were planted to Sauvignon Blanc in 1983. The wine derives its name from the alteni, small stone walls that once surrounded the orchards in the area, and brassica, the yellow flowers that cover the vineyards in the spring.
Mazzoni Toscano Rosso IGT 2006
MAZZONI is a blend of two of the world’s greatest grape varieties created by two distinguished winemaking families. The Franceschi (Montalcino) and Terlato (Napa) partnership has flourished for more than 30 years, with each family bringing its expertise in the given variety. While the Franceschi family has produced prestigious Brunello di...
Michele Chiarlo 'Le Orme' Barbera D'Asti Superiore 2006
On the nose it shows itself to be rich in ripe fruit and possesses a marked elegance; on the palate it is pleasantly easy to drink, harmonious and tasty. The aforementioned features make it a modern wine, highly successful and suitable for serving with the widest range of dishes. Yield per...
Monchiero Carbone Roero Arneis Recit 2006
Ogni uss a l'ha so tanbuss. This piemontese proverb is on all of the Monchiero Carbone labels. Literally, it means 'every door has its clapper' but the symbolic meaning of the phrase is 'behind every door there is a secret' and for the Monchiero Carbone family, the secret is their winemaking. Monchiero Carbone wine production began...
Podere Ciona Chianti Classico Riserva 2006
Colour: Deep ruby red Aroma: Elegant fragrance of red fruits and spices Palate: Well-balanced, velvety, very good tannic structure and prolonged concentrated finish Serving temp: 18-20°C (65-68°F). Uncork at least one hour before drinking. Food match: Pastas with red sauces, roast & grilled meats/game, cheeses, traditional Tuscan cooking
Santa Margherita Chianti Classico 2006
Santa Margherita is renowned for its elegant and authentic Italian style. This Chianti Classico has been crafted with the same commitment to heritage and quality, with grapes from our vineyards in the town of Greve located in the heart of Tuscany's Chianti Classico zone. Santa Margherita offers an exemplary representation of...
Vestini Montepulcinano d'Abruzzo 2007
Vestini Montepulciano d’Abruzzo is very dark in color and full in body with excellent ripe fruit and attractive earthy flavors. This is a fruity, medium bodied Montepulciano, with a hint of tannin and good length. It has red currant, loganberry and herb aromas/flavors.” (Restaurant Wine, 9/01). Awarded 4 stars by Restaurant...
Vestini Sangiovese Terre di Chieti 2006
Sangiovese, the primary grape of Tuscany’s Chianti, is also widely grown in other regions of Italy. This version is from the hills of the region of Abruzzo. Lively, fruity and fairly light, this charming Italian red has plently of fruit acidity, little or no wood and an ample aroma. A perfect...
