{"title":"Italian Reds","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"3513-paolo-scavino-bric-del-fiasc-barolo","title":"Paolo Scavino Bric del Fiasc Barolo","description":"\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pipProfessionalReviews_list\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pipProfessionalReviews_review\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\" class=\"pipSecContent_copy\"\u003e\"Drawing its fruit from Castiglione Falletto, the Paolo Scavino 2016 Barolo Bric dël Fiasc shows \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003edimension,\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003edepth,\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eprecision\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003epower.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e The wine opens to a dark garnet color with a saturated hue, leading to a full, all-encompassing bouquet. The Barolo Bric dël Fiasc is often the most representative wine in the Scavino portfolio, and never has this been more true than in this \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eclassic vintage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e. \u003cstrong\u003eDark fruit, licorice, spice\u003c\/strong\u003e and ferrous \u003cstrong\u003eearth\u003c\/strong\u003e build a fluid and multifaceted bouquet. The mouthfeel sits firm and tight on the palate today, promising to evolve and soften tomorrow. This is a bottle for your cellar.\"\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\" class=\"pipSecContent_copy\"\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\" class=\"pipSecContent_copy\"\u003e-\u003cstrong\u003e 98 Points\u003c\/strong\u003e,\u003cem\u003e Robert Parker's Wine Advocate\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\" class=\"pipSecContent_copy\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\" class=\"pipSecContent_copy\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pipProfessionalReviews_list\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pipProfessionalReviews_review\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pipSecContent_copy\"\u003e\"The 2016 Barolo Bric del Fiasc is a \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003epowerful, muscular\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e wine. Youthfully austere and tannic, the 2016 is going to need a number of years to come around, but it is \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003emagnificent,\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e even in the early going. Layers of building tannins enshroud a core of dark Nebbiolo fruit, with hints of \u003cstrong\u003edried herbs, iron, leather\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003esweet tobacco\u003c\/strong\u003e that develop with a bit of coaxing. As always, Bric del Fiasc has a feral intensity to it. The 2016 is an especially fine edition and also \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ea terrific example\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e of the style of this Castiglione Falletto site.\"\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pipSecContent_copy\"\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pipSecContent_copy\"\u003e- \u003cstrong\u003e96 Points\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cem\u003eVinous\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pipSecContent_copy\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pipSecContent_copy\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pipProfessionalReviews_list\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pipProfessionalReviews_review\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pipSecContent_copy\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"This vibrant red is \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003econcentrated\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003esupple,\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e bursting with \u003cstrong\u003echerry, plum, licorice\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eeucalyptus\u003c\/strong\u003e aromas and flavors. Offers a sense of \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eelegance,\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e with a slightly chewy texture, along with excellent length. Best from 2023 through 2040.\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pipSecContent_copy\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pipSecContent_copy\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e-\u003cstrong\u003e 96 Points\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cem\u003eWine Spectator\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"pipSecContent_copy\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pipSecContent_copy\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVegan friendly!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Piedmont","offers":[{"title":"750ML \/ 2016","offer_id":32176127017030,"sku":"3513","price":119.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0882\/6838\/products\/bricdelfiasc_bottiglia.png?v=1603818144"},{"product_id":"3517-paolo-scavino-prapo-barolo","title":"Paolo Scavino Prapo Barolo","description":"\u003cp class=\"cvGsUA direction-ltr align-start para-style-body\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"OYPEnA font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eAbout the Producer: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"OYPEnA font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003ePaolo Scavino, a respected name in Barolo, focuses on highlighting individual vineyard characteristics while maintaining a modern approach to winemaking. The Prapò vineyard, located in Serralunga, is known for producing robust, deeply structured wines that balance Scavino’s trademark elegance with a powerful, expressive profile.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"cvGsUA direction-ltr align-start para-style-body\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"OYPEnA font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eDrinking Window:\u003c\/strong\u003e Now-2048\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"cvGsUA direction-ltr align-start para-style-body\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"OYPEnA font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eCritic Notes:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\"The Paolo Scavino 2016 Barolo Prapò (with fruit from Serralunga d'Alba) opens to a beautifully saturated appearance with bold fruit aromas of black cherry, plum and dried currant. Those rusty mineral notes that are so distinctive of this growing area come through loud and clear. This is the second harvest to emerge from this plot of land in Prapò that the Scavino family purchased in 2008 and replanted two years later. \u003cstrong\u003eWe're off to a great start with \u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003ehigh-scoring and cellar-worthy\u003c\/span\u003e wines from both 2015 and 2016\u003c\/strong\u003e. I'd give a slight edge to this vintage, thanks to the sharp precision and linearity of its aromas.\" -\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e96 Points\u003c\/strong\u003e, R\u003cstrong\u003eobert Parker's Wine Advocate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s5\"\u003e\"The 2016 Barolo Prapò is \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ean \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eexotic, beguiling beauty\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e. Dark cherry, black plum, cloves, new leather, spice and menthol infuse the 2016 with captivating nuance and inner sweetness. In 2016, the Prapò is a wine of substantial depth and intensity. It is also the first wine in this range with a fruit profile decidedly on the riper side of things.\" \u003cspan class=\"s5\"\u003e- \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e96 Points\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cem\u003eVinous\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s4\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s5\"\u003e\"\u003c\/span\u003eRose, cherry, freshly cut hay and tobacco notes, with a light accent of oak spice, are the highlights of this elegant, complex Barolo. Silky and harmonious, with well-integrated tannins, freshness and a spicy aftertaste. Best from 2023 through 2042.\" \u003cspan class=\"s5\"\u003e- \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e94 Points\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cem\u003eWine Spectator\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Piedmont","offers":[{"title":"750ML \/ 2016","offer_id":32176127868998,"sku":"3517","price":99.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0882\/6838\/products\/paolo-scavino-barolo-prapo-2015-med.png?v=1603818163"},{"product_id":"4076-vietti-ravera-barolo-docg","title":"Vietti Ravera Barolo DOCG","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePracticing organic!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Piedmont","offers":[{"title":"750ML \/ 2017","offer_id":39371697389638,"sku":"4076","price":169.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0882\/6838\/products\/Barolo-Ravera-Vietti.jpg?v=1624490859"},{"product_id":"4928-vietti-lazzarito-barolo-docg","title":"Vietti Lazzarito Barolo DOCG","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\"\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe 2018 Barolo Lazzarito represents Vietti's interpretation of Serralunga d'Alba, the village often associated with the most powerful wines in the appellation. The Lazzarito completes its secondary fermentation in barrique over three months and is then racked into large oak botti for an additional two years of aging. With some 8,000 bottles produced in this smaller vintage, the wine is very indicative of its geographic origins with t\u003cstrong\u003eight black fruit, rusty nail, blood orange and earth\u003c\/strong\u003e. Compared to the others in this series, this wine \u003cstrong\u003edelivers more lasting tannic power\u003c\/strong\u003e. A bit salty and savory now, it is well suited to long aging. Best After 2025.\"\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e- \u003cstrong\u003e96 Points\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cem\u003eRobert Parker's Wine Advocate\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e  \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\"The 2018 Barolo Lazzarito is tense, vibrant and very much closed in on itself. Searing tannins and Serralunga structure dominate today. \u003cstrong\u003eCrushed rocks, gravel, red fruit, rose petal, lavender and sage\u003c\/strong\u003e all run though this \u003cstrong\u003esculpted, vibrant Serralunga Barol\u003c\/strong\u003eo. What stands out most about the Lazzarito today is that is stylistically more similar to the other Barolos than it was a few years ago. I expect great things in time here.\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e- \u003cstrong\u003e94 Points\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cem\u003eVinous\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePracticing organic!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Piedmont","offers":[{"title":"750ML \/ 2018","offer_id":40057451446342,"sku":"4928","price":233.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0882\/6838\/products\/barolo-lazzarito-2022.jpg?v=1652482213"},{"product_id":"4927-vietti-rocche-di-castiglione-barolo-docg","title":"Vietti Rocche di Castiglione Barolo DOCG","description":"\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"pipProfessionalReviews_list\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"pipProfessionalReviews_review\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"text-align: center;\" class=\"pipSecContent_copy\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\"This is one of my sweetheart wines from Castiglione Falletto. The Vietti 2018 Barolo Rocche di Castiglione is beautifully etched and sharp with an especially delineated quality that is uncommon in this vintage. Fruit comes from a small 8,000-square-meter parcel, and like the other wines in this cru series from Vietti, it ages in oak casks for two years. The wine's texture is beautifully smooth and polished thanks to the carefully integrated tannins. Best After 2025.\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"text-align: center;\" class=\"pipSecContent_copy\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e- \u003cstrong\u003e97 Points\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cem\u003eRobert Parker's Wine Advocate\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"pipSecContent_copy\"\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"text-align: center;\" class=\"pipSecContent_copy\"\u003e\"Lots of\u003cstrong\u003e sweet, wild-strawberries\u003c\/strong\u003e hit your nose first, but wait for the \u003cstrong\u003ebeautiful, spiced orange-peel note\u003c\/strong\u003e that will bowl you over. Then mineral and savory-spice notes chime in. Full-bodied with i\u003cstrong\u003entense wild-fruit and agrumi flavo\u003c\/strong\u003er, which is already latching onto the slightly chewy tannins. This is just a baby, but it’s \u003cstrong\u003epacked with bright, spicy-fruit promise\u003c\/strong\u003e. Patience is needed. Try from 2025.\"\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e- \u003cstrong\u003e95 Points\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cem\u003eJames Suckling\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePracticing organic!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Piedmont","offers":[{"title":"750ML \/ 2018","offer_id":40149348352070,"sku":"4927","price":233.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0882\/6838\/products\/11_barolo_castiglione_vietti-1.jpg?v=1656001106"},{"product_id":"5497-giuseppe-mascarello-e-figlio-monprivato","title":"Giuseppe Mascarello e Figlio Monprivato","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\"Colour: garnet red with orange-coloured highlights; Nose: complex, very fruity, elegant, intense, spicy, with flowery touches; Taste: excellent body with power and stuffing, demanding, masculine, long, full.\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e- \u003cem\u003eProducer Notes\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eOrganic farming!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Piedmont","offers":[{"title":"750ML \/ 2018","offer_id":40419944464454,"sku":"5497","price":229.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0882\/6838\/products\/E9080560-194C-4B46-96D3-21870807B9CD.jpg?v=1669055757"},{"product_id":"5690-domenico-clerico-pajana-ginestra-barolo","title":"Domenico Clerico Pajana Ginestra Barolo","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\"\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe 2018 \u003cem\u003ePajana\u003c\/em\u003e begins with inviting aromas of \u003cstrong\u003edark\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003echerries\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003estrawberries\u003c\/strong\u003e are woven together with \u003cstrong\u003espices\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003emint\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003efloral\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003enotes\u003c\/strong\u003e which burst from the glass. This beautifully structured Barolo is full and polished and its outstanding overall balance all make the \u003cem\u003ePajana\u003c\/em\u003e appealing in its youth, yet it also possesses the characteristics that suggest it will age gracefully for years to come.\"\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e- \u003cstrong\u003e95 Points, \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003eInternational Wine Report\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Piedmont","offers":[{"title":"750ML \/ 2018","offer_id":40526397276230,"sku":"5690","price":133.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0882\/6838\/products\/DomenicoClerico_Pajana.jpg?v=1677869158"},{"product_id":"5688-montalbera-la-tradizione-ruche-di-castagnole-monferrato","title":"Montalbera La Tradizione Ruche di Castagnole Monferrato","description":"\u003cp class=\"cvGsUA direction-ltr align-start para-style-body\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"OYPEnA font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eTasting Note: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"OYPEnA font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eGrown on their historic Monferrato estate, this Ruché offers a captivating aromatic profile of rose petal and violet, layered with sweet spice. The palate is well-rounded, with flavors of tart plum and raspberry, balanced by a warm, smooth texture and soft tannins. It’s an elegant, harmonious red that reveals a subtle depth with each sip.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"cvGsUA direction-ltr align-start para-style-body\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"OYPEnA font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Producer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Founded in the early 1900s, Montalbera is a family-owned winery in Monferrato and Langhe, with a special commitment to reviving native Piedmont varietals. Since the late 1980s, they’ve been one of the leading producers of Ruché, a once obscure grape with a storied past and unique floral characteristics. Today, Montalbera’s sustainable farming practices and dedication to tradition make their wines a true reflection of Piedmont’s heritage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"cvGsUA direction-ltr align-start para-style-body\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"OYPEnA font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy It Stands Out:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"OYPEnA font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eAn under the radar gem from the heart of Piedmont that captures both tradition and mystery—delivering an aromatic, floral red from one of Italy’s rarest grapes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Piedmont","offers":[{"title":"750ML \/ 2021","offer_id":40526397407302,"sku":"5688","price":20.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0882\/6838\/products\/ruche_5_1.jpg?v=1677869166"},{"product_id":"6400-g-d-vajra-ravera-barolo-docg","title":"G.D. Vajra Ravera Barolo DOCG","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAbout the Producer: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe Ravera vineyard represents one of Vajra’s most revered sites, producing wines with depth, structure, and ageworthy potential. This historic vineyard allows Vajra to create powerful Barolos with an earthy backbone, showcasing a unique minerality that highlights the vineyard's distinctive terroir.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDrinking Window\u003c\/strong\u003e: 2027-2047\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCritic Notes:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\"The organic G.D. 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Ravera has a character all its own, and the operative word here is power.\" - \u003cb\u003e97 Points, \u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003eRobert Parker's Wine Advocate\u003c\/i\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\"There’s plenty of latent fruit in this this graceful and complex red, in the form of \u003cb\u003echerry\u003c\/b\u003e, \u003cb\u003eraspberry\u003c\/b\u003e and \u003cb\u003eplum\u003c\/b\u003e, along with notes of \u003cb\u003eflowers\u003c\/b\u003e, \u003cb\u003etar\u003c\/b\u003e, \u003cb\u003emineral\u003c\/b\u003e and \u003cb\u003eunderbrush\u003c\/b\u003e. 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Medium-bodied with tangy acidity and firm tannins. \u003cstrong\u003eVibrant\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eelegant\u003c\/strong\u003e, with such purity of fruit. From organically grown grapes. Vegan. Drink or hold.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e-\u003cstrong\u003e93 points\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cem\u003eJames Suckling\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\"The 2020 Chianti Classico is impressive and pure, with \u003cstrong\u003eripe black cherry\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003ea hint of blue fruit\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eviolets\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003esweet herbs\u003c\/strong\u003e. It is medium to full-bodied, with supple fruit throughout, fine grained tannins, and a polished feel. It displays fresh acidity without any harsh edges, but it is mouthwatering and compels returning for more. 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The tannins are chewy but polished in texture. This is a Sassicaia that needs three or four years of bottle age to come together and soften. A structured wine for the cellar.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e-\u003cstrong\u003e98 points\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cem\u003eJames Suckling\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\"The 2022 Sassicaia is a deeper, youthful magenta\/red color with a slightly deeper aromatic profile of \u003cstrong\u003erosemary\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003egravelly\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eearth\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003esage\u003c\/strong\u003e,\u003cstrong\u003e mossy earth\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003efresh black cherries\u003c\/strong\u003e. The palate has slightly broader shoulders but remains elegant. It has more plushness on the mid-palate, while its acidity shines through with the finish. It will need several years to shed its baby fat and show its full potential.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e-\u003cstrong\u003e97+ points\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cem\u003eJeb Dunnuck\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\"The wine is tightly coiled and concentrated. It feels almost cinched at the waist, with a fascinating tension between the weight of \u003cstrong\u003eraspberry\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eblackberry\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003estrawberry\u003c\/strong\u003e coulis fruit and the wine's verticality, as if it's trying to burst out. Lovely mid-palate sapidity is allied to fresh acidity and fine but dense tannins, making for a dark horse of a Sassicaia that isn't giving much away today but will greatly reward those who can cellar it for 12 years and more. ‘What is sure is that 2022 will need a lot of time, but will also have a long life,’ said Priscilla Incisa della Rocchetta. A hot vintage, 2022 caused the team to work in the newly completed refrigerated warehouses in San Guido, even moving the sorting table inside. 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The tannins are remarkably polished for a young, recently bottled Riserva. I admire its poise and elegance. This is an especially refined edition of the Montestefano. In 2020, the mix of vineyards is a bit younger than in the past, as one of the blocks of older vineyards was replanted and not used. If I could have only one of the Riservas in 2020, this would be it! (Drink between 2025-2035)\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e-\u003cstrong\u003e97 points\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cem\u003eVinous\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"There is a darker expression of fruit in the 2020 Montestefano, \u003cstrong\u003eblack cherry, blackberry and touch of black currant,\u003c\/strong\u003e with a \u003cstrong\u003esolid graphite underpinning\u003c\/strong\u003e. This is more serious, vertical and brooding for the range, despite its fluidity. 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The wine delivers broad-brush intensity with a rich texture that wraps smoothly over the palate, giving this wine a generous yet also accessible personality. It ends with \u003cstrong\u003esweet oak tones\u003c\/strong\u003e.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e-\u003cstrong\u003e93 Points, \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003eRobert Parker's Wine Advocate \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\"The 2020 Brunello Di Montalcino pours a rich magenta hue and is layered with ripe aromas of \u003cstrong\u003eblackberries\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003esaddle leather\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003esweet pipe tobacco\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003elavender\u003c\/strong\u003e. It's inviting on the palate, with supple, ripe tannins, a velvety texture, and even acidity, and it retains good freshness in an approachable style. It offers a good deal of complexity and richness in this vintage and should have a lot to offer over the coming 8-10 years.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e-\u003cstrong\u003e93 Points, \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003eJeb Dunnuck \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\"Round and open, featuring \u003cstrong\u003echerry\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eraspberry\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003efloral \u003c\/strong\u003eand \u003cstrong\u003eearth aromas\u003c\/strong\u003e and flavors, with a hint of \u003cstrong\u003eorange peel\u003c\/strong\u003e. This is sleek and balanced, with a lasting impression of \u003cstrong\u003eripe, crunchy fruit\u003c\/strong\u003e on the finish.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e-\u003cstrong\u003e93 Points, \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003eWine Spectator \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\"A juicy and lightly chewy young Brunello with \u003cstrong\u003echerry\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eorange-peel \u003c\/strong\u003eand \u003cstrong\u003epeach \u003c\/strong\u003echaracter. It’s medium-bodied with firm tannins and a crisp finish. Tightens down at the end. Needs two or three years to open and soften.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e-\u003cstrong\u003e93 Points, \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003eJames Suckling \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\"The 2020 Brunello di Montalcino is dark and rich with an enticing blend of \u003cstrong\u003eplum sauce\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003elavender sage\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003ehints of brown spice\u003c\/strong\u003e. Velvety in texture yet lifted in feel, \u003cstrong\u003esaline mineral hints\u003c\/strong\u003e underscore its \u003cstrong\u003ecitrus-laced red berry fruits\u003c\/strong\u003e. Brisk acidity maintains a juicy persona through the finish. 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The is pure elegance, texturally deep and nearly velvety in feel with a core of \u003cstrong\u003etart wild berries\u003c\/strong\u003e that add contrast as a \u003cstrong\u003ebalsamic tinge\u003c\/strong\u003e emerges along with fine-grained tannins toward the close. It finishes long, structured and staining, leaving a flinty sensation and primary core of fruit that drenches the palate as \u003cstrong\u003eviolet \u003c\/strong\u003einner florals and hints of \u003cstrong\u003elavender \u003c\/strong\u003eabound. The 2020 is seamless from start to finish and, while more approachable than a typical vintage of Il Poggione, is balanced for an extended maturation.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e-\u003cstrong\u003e95 Points, \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003eVinous \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\"Showing very nice results, with greater accessibility in this vintage, the Il Poggione 2020 Brunello di Montalcino has\u003cstrong\u003e dark fruit aromas \u003c\/strong\u003ewith \u003cstrong\u003eblackcurrant \u003c\/strong\u003efollowed by something \u003cstrong\u003espicy \u003c\/strong\u003eor \u003cstrong\u003eherbal\u003c\/strong\u003e. I am reminded of \u003cstrong\u003elicorice root\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eexotic spice\u003c\/strong\u003e,\u003cstrong\u003e pressed rose\u003c\/strong\u003e and fragrant \u003cstrong\u003etea leaf\u003c\/strong\u003e. It finishes smoothly with silky tannins and an open-knit approach. This vintage is almost ready to drink, and you get elegant complexity at the same time. It sees three years in oak botti. Fruit is sourced across vineyards with 25-year-old-plus vines.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e-\u003cstrong\u003e94 Points, \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003eRobert Parker's Wine Advocate \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\"A restrained mix of \u003cstrong\u003elicorice \u003c\/strong\u003eand \u003cstrong\u003egraphite\u003c\/strong\u003e,\u003cstrong\u003e bright red cherries\u003c\/strong\u003e and\u003cstrong\u003e toasted notes\u003c\/strong\u003e. Firm tannins on the medium- to full-bodied palate with refreshing acidity. Chewy style overall.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e-\u003cstrong\u003e94 Points, \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003eJames Suckling \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\"A saturated red color, the 2020 Brunello Di Montalcino is pretty and inviting with aromas of\u003cstrong\u003e baked cherries\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003etoasted spices\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003ecedar\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003edark cocoa\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003erosemary\u003c\/strong\u003e. Full-bodied, it retains an even spine of acidity, plush tannins, and a savory and sanguine, mouthwatering finish. Hints of \u003cstrong\u003eiron-rich earth\u003c\/strong\u003e frame the wine beautifully, and it's a generous wine with a lot to enjoy over the coming 10-12 years.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e-\u003cstrong\u003e94 Points,\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eJeb Dunnuck \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"\u003c\/em\u003eThis red is rich and dense, woven with flavors of \u003cstrong\u003echerry\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eblackberry\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eplum\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eblack pepper\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eearth\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eiron \u003c\/strong\u003eand \u003cstrong\u003etobacco\u003c\/strong\u003e. Combines power and grace, with fine balance. The finish echoes the \u003cstrong\u003efruit and spice notes\u003c\/strong\u003e. 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A wine that presents its rough and disruptive personality at the first sip, perfect for celebrating a friendship sealed by time.\"\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Other Italian","offers":[{"title":"750ML \/ 2022","offer_id":44655448064070,"sku":"9051","price":23.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0882\/6838\/files\/EfZMW1anRoWDduiWWGtUNg_pb_600x600_4e0dd207-4bde-46cb-9eca-9052be033295.png?v=1771099570"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.hamptonswineshoppe.com\/collections\/italian-reds\/all-italian.oembed?page=2","provider":"Hamptons Wine Shoppe","version":"1.0","type":"link"}