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The fruity notes reappear, culminating in a mouth-closing with a pleasing mineral finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Le Storie Wines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42857423437877,"sku":"","price":27.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/0465\/3365\/files\/VenicaJeserPinotGrigio.png?v=1704553250"},{"product_id":"venica-venica-sauvignon-ronco-del-cero-italy-2021","title":"Venica \u0026 Venica Sauvignon \"Ronco del Cero\" Italy 2021","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe vineyards’ different orientations – North, South, and Southeast – provide a broad olfactory spectrum. The South-facing orientation and prolonged afternoon sun exposure bring forth distinct warm and fruity notes of yellow peach and melon; meanwhile, cooler climates contribute the classic elegant and vegetal aromas like elderflower.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOn the palate, it confirms its elegance. The sip is fresh, rich in salinity, with intriguing floral and fruity undertones. It is substantial, well-structured, and possesses a good taste-olfactory persistence.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Le Storie Wines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42857424617525,"sku":null,"price":29.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/0465\/3365\/files\/VenicaSauvignonRoncodelCero.png?v=1704553448"},{"product_id":"venica-venica-perilla-merlot-italy-2021","title":"Venica \u0026 Venica \"Perilla\" Merlot Italy 2021","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe bouquet is diverse and complex, with aromas of small wild berries, particularly blackberry, hints of aromatic herbs, and spicy undertones.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBroad and full-bodied, with a balanced and elegant tannin characteristic of Collio’s Merlot. The discreetly persistent finish imparts pleasant hints of red fruits to the palate and a slight balsamic note.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Le Storie Wines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42857424977973,"sku":null,"price":22.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/0465\/3365\/files\/VenicaPerillaMerlot.png?v=1704553616"},{"product_id":"di-lenardo-pinot-grigio-fruili-italy-2022","title":"di Lenardo Pinot Grigio Fruili Italy 2024","description":"\u003cp\u003eOur favorite value Pinot Grigio. Bouquet is very pleasant with a good array of varietal aromas such as pear Williams, banana, apricot and Acacia flowers. Taste is reminiscent of pear syrup and quince peel. Good acid balance good body and long finish. Mature wines have a bouquet of toasted almonds and straw.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font_8 wixui-rich-text__text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e​\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font_8 wixui-rich-text__text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"wixui-rich-text__text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"wixGuard wixui-rich-text__text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e​\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Michael Downey Selections","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42864996089909,"sku":"","price":16.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/0465\/3365\/files\/DiLenardoPinotGrigio.png?v=1704830682"},{"product_id":"di-lenardo-pinot-grigio-ramato-gossip-fruili-italy-2022","title":"di Lenardo Pinot Grigio Ramato \"Gossip\" Fruili Italy 2023","description":"\u003cp class=\"font_8 wixui-rich-text__text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePinot Grigio is often called a white grape, but that is incorrect, since it is not white at all. The name itself (grigio means grey) indicates that it is not perfectly white, in fact it is thought to be a mutant clone of the Pinot Noire variety and it normally has a grayish-blue fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font_8 wixui-rich-text__text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e​The “GOSSIP” Pinot Grigio exhibits a beautiful, light copper color with luminescent clarity. The lush aromas include wild strawberry, elderberry, hay and dried roses with hints of dried fruits and almond. A beautiful balance of robust fruit and crisp acidity characterize the complex palate with flavors that mirror the notes found in the wine’s bouquet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font_8 wixui-rich-text__text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"wixui-rich-text__text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"wixGuard wixui-rich-text__text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e​\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Michael Downey Selections","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42864998318133,"sku":null,"price":17.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/0465\/3365\/files\/diLenardoGossipPinotGrigio.png?v=1704830822"},{"product_id":"santa-barbara-verdicchio-le-vighlie-marches-italy-2021","title":"Santa Barbara Verdicchio \"Le Vaglie\" Marches Italy 2021","description":"\u003cp class=\"font_8 wixui-rich-text__text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e“Le Vaglie” was created in 1992, with the twofold intention of diverging from the classic frameworks of traditional Verdicchio while at the same time paying tribute to the winemaking history of the Marche region.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font_8 wixui-rich-text__text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe wine shows lovely notes of ripe peach, lemon and touch of apricot, the palate is balance of fruit, acidity and juicy notes.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Michael Downey Selections","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42865006739509,"sku":null,"price":21.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/0465\/3365\/files\/SantaBarbaraLeVaglie.png?v=1704831160"},{"product_id":"orsolani-erbaluce-di-caluso-la-rustia-piedmont-italy-2022","title":"Orsolani Erbaluce di Caluso \"la Rustia\" Piedmont Italy 2024","description":"\u003cp class=\"font_8 wixui-rich-text__text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eErbaluce is a crisp white grape varietal grown in the Canavese hills of North-eastern Piemonte since 1606, exclusively in 33 municipalities around the town of Caluso. 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It was the end of 1800 when Carlo Vietti started the Vietti winery, right in the heart of the Langhe, on the highest point of the medieval village of Castiglione Falletto. In the very same place where it is located today. In 1917 after many years of living in the United States, Mario Vietti the son of Carlo, took the reins of the winery and made it suitable to production of the high quality wines. It passed on to Lucinda Vietti and her husband Alfredo Currado in the 1950's who managed the property well into the 1980's\/early 1990's before turning over the operation to their son Luca Currado Vietti and his wife Elena.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey continued on the tradition of commitment, vision, culture and passion to make Vietti into one of the best Italian wines in the world from the Barolo region.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font_8 wixui-rich-text__text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe grapes are from select vineyards, characterized by limestone- and clay-rich soil, in the municipality of Santo Stefano Roero in Roero. The average age of the Guyot-cultivated vines is around 30 years and the average density per hectare is 4500-5000 plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font_8 wixui-rich-text__text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eStraw-yellow color with fresh floral, citrus and melon aromas, and notes of minerals and almonds. 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In 1917 after many years of living in the United States, Mario Vietti the son of Carlo, took the reins of the winery and made it suitable to production of the high quality wines. It passed on to Lucinda Vietti and her husband Alfredo Currado in the 1950's who managed the property well into the 1980's\/early 1990's before turning over the operation to their son Luca Currado Vietti and his wife Elena.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey continued on the tradition of commitment, vision, culture and passion to make Vietti into one of the best Italian wines in the world from the Barolo region.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font_8 wixui-rich-text__text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe Moscato d'Asti is bright straw-yellow color with slightly shimmering hints of gold. Intense aromas of ripe yellow fruit (peach, apricot), floral notes (rose petal) and hints of ginger. Sweet and delicate on the palate, with modest acidity, and good balance and complexity. Hints of fresh apricot on the finish.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Michael Downey Selections","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42865047797813,"sku":null,"price":19.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/0465\/3365\/files\/ViettiMoscatod_Asti.png?v=1704833744"},{"product_id":"copy-of-vietti-roero-moscato-dasti-piedmont-italy-2023","title":"Vietti Dolcetto d'Alba \"Tre Vigne\" Piedmont Italy 2022","description":"\u003cp class=\"font_8 wixui-rich-text__text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePurplish-red colour with subtle violet hues. Blackberry and raspberry aromas. Notes of minerals and blueberry. 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Quite intense and generous fruity nose (red berries) along with floral and spicy notes, a hint of menthol and hard candy. On the pallet medium bodied, showing notable intensity while retaining an essentially mid-weight style. Strong, intense, and quite powerful when young, evolving to a complex and elegant, very well-balanced wine with ageing. The tannins are harmoniously integrated in the fruit structure of the wine. Long lasting aftertaste with good freshness.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Michael Downey Selections","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42865104420917,"sku":null,"price":34.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/0465\/3365\/files\/ViettiPerbaccoNebbiolo.png?v=1704836532"},{"product_id":"vietti-barolo-castiglione-piedmont-italy-2019","title":"Vietti Barolo \"Castiglione\" Piedmont Italy 2019","description":"\u003cp class=\"font_8 wixui-rich-text__text\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe “Castiglione” Barolo is our take on Barolo classico. The grapes come from small yet significant vineyards in the various municipalities of Barolo, and the vines are between 10 and 45 years old. The soil is rich in limestone and clay, the Guyot training system is used, and the average density per hectare is 4500 plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRuby-red colour with medium intensity. 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Elegant, deep, long finish.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Michael Downey Selections","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42865115004981,"sku":null,"price":22.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/0465\/3365\/files\/CastellodoPoppianoilcortile.png?v=1704837591"},{"product_id":"copy-of-castello-di-poppiano-chianti-colli-tuscany-italy-2020","title":"Buondonno Chianti Classico Tuscany Italy 2023","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe ancient winemaking vocation of the Castellina in Chianti area and Gabriele Buondonno's passion for experimentation have characterized the company since its origins,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIt is obtained from selected Sangiovese grapes from the Casavecchia, Sicelle and Sicellino vineyards and is strongly expressive of the territory from which it originates.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMedium bodied with flavors of ripe red berries, violets, cinnamon, nutmeg, vanilla and pepper notes. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Michael Downey Selections","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42865116512309,"sku":null,"price":27.59,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/0465\/3365\/files\/1chianti-classico-docg.png?v=1704838032"},{"product_id":"castello-dei-rampolla-chianti-classico-tuscany-italy-2019","title":"Castello dei Rampolla Chianti Classico Tuscany Italy 2019","description":"\u003cp\u003eChianti Classico embodies the intensity and freshness of our territory. The austere elegance of 90% Sangiovese is enhanced by the addition of 5% Cabernet Sauvignon and 5% Merlot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBright ruby red in color, the aromatics offer up an intense rich cherry and red berry notes.  Both of which continue on to the palate, mixed in with silky tannins, and blackberry and chocolate notes.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Michael Downey Selections","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42865120116789,"sku":null,"price":34.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/0465\/3365\/files\/CastellodeiRampollaCC.png?v=1704838433"},{"product_id":"verbena-rosso-di-montalcino-tuscany-italy-2021","title":"Verbena Rosso di Montalcino Tuscany Italy 2021","description":"\u003cp\u003eWant to drink Brunello but do not want to wait until it has matured or pay Brunello prices check out Rosso di Montalcino - \"Baby Brunello\" This Rosso di Montalcino from Verbena is a good value wine which delivers a easy to drink wine when it is young.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe farm was established in 1985 with just 2 hectares of productive vineyards. 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Wonderful balance and elegance complement a pleasurably crisp spiciness. Delicious vein of acidity, displaying crisp, savory mouthfeel. Generous, lingering flavors nicely mirror the nose and achieve perfect balance.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Michael Downey Selections","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42865140432949,"sku":null,"price":23.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/0465\/3365\/files\/AdamiBoscodiGica.png?v=1704839607"},{"product_id":"nicosia-nerello-mascalese-doc-sicilia-italy-2022","title":"Nicosia Nerello Mascalese DOC Sicilia Italy 2022","description":"\u003cp\u003e Made with selected grapes grown on lava terraces at an average altitude of 720 m above sea level, these Etna wines represent a unique combination of the typical elegance of mountain wine and minerality due to volcanic origin. 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They have been making wine in the area since the 1750’s and the family is wound throughout the history of Brunello di Montalcino and its progression of being world class wines in the 1860’s.\u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eBrunello became a DOCG in 1980 and has become one of the most well known regions in Italy. A true “cult” wine until the early 1960’s when production was increased enough to be in more commercial success. 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An expressive spice notes on the nose combined with rich fruit.\u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eOn the palate notes of red berries, baking spice, violet notes, fine tannins and ripe acidity are all elegantly balanced.\u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003eDrink now through 2032. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14.0pt; font-family: 'Baskerville Old Face',serif;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Virginia Imports","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43152037904437,"sku":null,"price":100.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/0465\/3365\/files\/CostantiBrunello_fb3d3881-f72b-4e9e-a754-1d2b6a45cc1a.png?v=1712062166"},{"product_id":"san-lorenzo-brunello-di-montalcino-italy-2018","title":"San Lorenzo Brunello di Montalcino Italy 2018","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNot Rated \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBrunello which is accessible at this point is rare.  The fruit is well integrated and balanced with tannins and acidity.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDrink now through 2038.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Winebow","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43152261873717,"sku":null,"price":62.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/0465\/3365\/files\/SanLorenzoBrunello.png?v=1712062602"},{"product_id":"san-filippo-brunello-di-montalcino-italy-2018","title":"San Filippo Brunello di Montalcino Italy 2018","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e94 points James Suckling\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\"Intense, spicy and flavorful with aromas of currants, sage, dried orange, spearmint and bark. It’s full-bodied with sleek and well-integrated tannins. Subtle herbal touch lending freshness. Lots of character. Drink from 2024.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e93 points Wine Advocate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\"The 2018 Brunello di Montalcino reveals a bright and pretty entry to the palate with red and purple fruits. It shows varietal acidity with a medium-bodied texture. The mouthfeel is not especially long, but it is fresh and the tannins are polished. Aging goes through a combination of steel, cement and oak. Fruit is sourced from over four hectares of vines, and 15,000 bottles were made.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Winebow","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43152398352437,"sku":null,"price":99.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/0465\/3365\/files\/SanFilippoBrunello.png?v=1712062958"},{"product_id":"san-giorgio-ugolforte-brunello-di-montalcino-italy-2019","title":"San Giorgio Ugolforte Brunello di Montalcino Italy 2019","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe San Giorgio estate vineyards are essentially a continuation of the coveted Poggio di Sotto site in Castelnuovo dell'Abate. As such, the Sangiovese Grosso cultivated here benefits from the same climatic conditions, soils, and exposures as its world-renowned sibling. As part of the Collemassari Group of estates, San Giorgio's vines are now managed and vinified by the same world-class winemaking team of Tuscan icons, Poggio di Sotto and Grattamacco. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e92 points Wine Advocate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“There is deep black fruit and black plum on the San Giorgio 2019 Brunello di Montalcino Ugolforte although it takes a little patience to get there. The wine is restrained or closed initially, and it’s hard ti draw anything out for the first 15 minutes or so after the bottle is opened. Once it gets going, you are treated to sweet cherry, redwood, almond biscotti and dried rose potpourri.” \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Winebow","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43156071350325,"sku":null,"price":74.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/0465\/3365\/files\/SanGiorgioBrunello.png?v=1712090055"},{"product_id":"poggio-di-sotto-brunello-di-montalcino-italy-2019","title":"Poggio di Sotto Brunello di Montalcino Italy 2019","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePoggio di Sotto is known in Montalcino for its unique parcel of old Sangiovese vineyards (more than 50 years old), in which there have been identified 120 Sangiovese biotypes through a study managed by the University of Florence. This biodiversity produces the characteristic brightness and complexity that is found in Poggio di Sotto wines.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e98+ points Wine Advocate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“Although this wine was very shy initially, the Poggio di Sotto 2019 Brunello di Montalcino eventually hits all the high notes of Sangiovese. This is a wine of enormous inner tension, showing a punchy, lifted personality with aromas of cherry skin and blackberry\/ You get brandied cherry, strawberry glazed pie with the gelatin, underbrush, blue flower, forget-me-nots, balsam herb, mint and licorice. A few hours later, the wine had developed into a classic beauty with slender lines, firm structure and a sparkle of brilliant acidity. The oak is integrated to the point of invisibility, the tannins are elegant and fine and the acidity is that proverbial cherry on top. Ultimately, I liked this village bottling more than the 2018 Riserva.”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e96 points Vinous Media\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“Dusty roses, worn leather, dried strawberries and arid earth form a classic bouquet as the dynamic 2019 Brunello di Montalcino blossoms in the glass. This is feminine yet deep and textural, with ripe plums and black cherries motivated by brisk acidity. Violet inner florals and licorice hints form toward the close. The 2019 leaves a salty mineral staining to mingle with fine-grained tannins and spice, as it finished with incredible length, yet still so fresh. This is incredibly youthful and inward today, but the potential is off the charts. I expect the 2019 to put on some weight and blossom over the next five years.”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Winebow","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43156191641653,"sku":null,"price":335.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/0465\/3365\/files\/PoggiodiSottoBrunello.png?v=1712091265"},{"product_id":"poggio-di-sotto-riserva-brunello-di-montalcino-italy-2018","title":"Poggio di Sotto Riserva Brunello di Montalcino Italy 2018","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePoggio di Sotto is known in Montalcino for its unique parcel of old Sangiovese vineyards (more than 50 years old), in which there have been identified 120 Sangiovese biotypes through a study managed by the University of Florence. This biodiversity produces the characteristic brightness and complexity that is found in Poggio di Sotto wines.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e97+ points Wine Advocate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“The Poggio di Sotto 2018 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva was reticent when I tasted it, probably owing to a period of awkwardness for such a young sample. The immediate suggestion is to give this bottle more time because, tasted now, It was definitely poured before its prime. The bouquet starts off with austere aromas of oil painting or waxed antiques, but those blow off. After that, you get an exciting compilation of redcurrant, cherry skin, rose petal and floral potpourri. This wine is very sprightly on the palate with fresh berry crush, integrated acidity and fine, chalky tannins.”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e94-96 points Vinous\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“The 2018 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva is youthfully restrained, wafting up with a flowery blend of sweet herbs, crushed rocks and wild strawberries. It’s soft-textured and round with a pretty inner sweetness up front and mineral-laden, wild berry fruits all propelled by juicy acidity. A core of grippy tannins lingers through the perfumed yet nuanced finale as traces of violet pastille taper off. The 2018 Riserva of Poggio di Sotto was matured in barrels the same as the Normale, just held back for an extra year. Moreover, the Riserva hails from a single vineyard primarily made up of marl-stone planted in 2001.”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Winebow","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43156217987125,"sku":null,"price":649.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/0465\/3365\/files\/PoggiodiSottoRiservaBrunello.png?v=1712091533"},{"product_id":"baricci-montsoli-brunello-di-montalcino-italy-2019","title":"Baricci Brunello di Montalcino Italy 2019","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e96+ points Wine Advocate \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"Baricci's wines are some of the most distinctive and elegant in the appellation. Showing medium-rich concentration, the 2019 Brunello di Montalcino Montosoli delivers granite, slate, black cherry and dark currant in one very impactful dollop. The fruit condition is excellent, with a little under-ripeness that bodes well for the wine's longevity. Montosoli has a bigger presence in the mouth compared to most, thanks to the pronounced mineral nuances, but the wine remains elegant throughout and especially on the mid-palate. Fruit for this wine comes from the estate's oldest vines, aged 25 to 40 years old, in soils rich in marl, quartz, schist and marine fossils.\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Winebow","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43156263141429,"sku":null,"price":115.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/0465\/3365\/files\/BaricciMontsoliBrunello.png?v=1712092537"},{"product_id":"il-marroneto-brunello-di-montalcino-italy-2019","title":"Il Marroneto Brunello di Montalcino Italy 2019","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHistorically speaking, Il Marroneto is one of the few older estates in Montalcino having been established in 1974 by Giuseppe Mori. Il Marroneto takes its name from an old tower dating back to the 13th century where the nuns (that lived in the Madonna delle Grazie convent) kept the chestnuts used to make flour for bread. Mori’s sons Alessandro and Andrea, busy with their occupations as lawyers – having followed in their father’s footsteps – showed great interest in winemaking, however. In 1980, the first vintage was made by the brothers’ hands in two small rooms at Il Marroneto. Alessandro was hooked. He would continue on as winemaker, turning his passion for Brunello and the estate into a philosophy of life.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e97 points Wine Advocate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAlessandro Mori's wines are easy to spot in a blind tasting thanks to the soaring intensity and vibrant Sangiovese aromas they display. They are truly one of a kind. A wine that sees a relatively short and hot fermentation, the Il Marroneto 2019 Brunello di Montalcino respects local winemaking tradition and remains true in spirit. The steep verticality of the bouquet evokes almost-carbonic or lifted aromas of bright cherry, strawberry shortcake, lilac and heritage rose. You get straight to the heart of Sangiovese. The tannins are extremely fine and powdery and the freshness of the fruit is beautifully intact. This wine really pops in 2019.\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Winebow","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43156271235125,"sku":null,"price":155.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/0465\/3365\/files\/ilMarronetoBrunello.png?v=1712092649"},{"product_id":"il-marroneto-brunello-di-montalcino-madonna-delle-grazie-italy-2019","title":"Il Marroneto Brunello di Montalcino Madonna delle Grazie Italy 2019","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHistorically speaking, Il Marroneto is one of the few older estates in Montalcino having been established in 1974 by Giuseppe Mori. 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