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Red Wines
Piedmont Barolo ______2
Barbaresco ______4
Veneto Amarone and Valpolicella Ripasso ______5
Tuscany Brunello ______6
Super Tuscan ______8
Chianti ______10
Other regions Red Wines ______11
White Wines ______12
Sparkling Wines ______13
Dessert Wines ______14
Wine Rating Scores and Tasting Notes are from publications such as ‘Wine Spectator’ - ‘Wine Advocate’ - ‘Wine Enthusiast’
75-79 is average, 80-89 is good to very good, 90-94 is outstanding, 95-100 a classic wine
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Barolo
Often referred to as the King of Wines, it is full-bodied, tannic and complex, made from the Nebbiolo grape grown near the village of Barolo in Piedmont in northern Italy. It is a robust red wine that takes on delicious subtleties with age. By law it must be aged at least three years prior to release, with at least two years in cask. If aged four years or more, it is Riserva. Barolo possesses the typical garnet color of wines from this grape, aromas of cherries hinting of violets, roses and with age developing a complexity of nuances.
70 2004 Barolo ‘Cannubi’ ______Marchesi di Barolo 89.00 92 Offers elements of sweet spice, black fruit, toast, chocolate fudge with full tannins.
143 2008 Barolo ______Marchesi di Barolo 63.50 91 Full bodied with raspberries, strawberry jam. Big velvety tannins. Good length with a ripe fruit finish.
48a 2008 Barolo ‘Brunate’ ______Beni di Batasiolo 73.00 93 Semi-dark garnet color, superb tears on the glass. Flavors of Morello cherry, raspberry and oak.
184 2009 Barolo ______Beni di Batasiolo 55.50 91 Dark garnet color, cherry and anise aromas. Ripe and powerful, medium-long finish.
19a 2005 Barolo ______Bongiovanni 75.00 90 A bouquet of red currants, spice, milk chocolate. Succulent, powerful in the mouth.
36 2007 Barolo ______Boroli 63.00 90 On the palate, red fruit, strawberries and plums. Medium tannins in the medium long finish.
26b 2005 Barolo ‘Rapet’ ______Ca’Rome 96.00 92 Decadent and rich, with toasted coconut, ripe fruit and grilled meat. Full and velvety.
175 2010 Barolo ______Ceretto 63.00 93 Medium to full body, silky tannins with fruit tones of cassis and raspberry at the front, berry aftertaste.
186 2010 Barolo ______Cesare 74.00 95 Full bodied, black fruit and prune is folded together with delicate tones of white truffle, dried raspberry.
75 2008 Barolo ‘Tortoniano’ ______Chiarlo 63.00 92 It reveals surprising muscle to match its dark red fruit, flowers and spices.
92a 2010 Barolo ‘Ciabot Mentin Ginestra’ ______Clerico 91.50 96 Liqueur-like plum and black cherry on the nose, then fine-grained and classy but tightly wound.
112 2008 Barolo ‘Pajana’ ______Clerico 86.50 95 Full body with blueberries, blackberries and layers of oak. Long focused finish of dark fruits.
39 2005 Barolo ‘Ravera’ ______Cogno 76.00 93 Full bodied, with sweet strawberry character and caressing tannins. Long and balanced.
155 2004 Barolo ‘Bussia’ ______Colla 87.00 96 Expansive on the palate with sweet ripe plum and spice nuances, lovely balance.
149 2005 Barolo ‘Sori Ginestra’ ______Conterno-Fantino 112.00 96 Cinnamon, licorice, fragrant dark fruit emerge from this layered deep Barolo.
31b 2005 Barolo ‘Vigna del Gris’ ______Conterno-Fantino 104.00 94 Full-bodied, with chewy tannins and cedar and berry character. Impressive, powerful.
65 2000 Barolo ‘Tenuta Secola’ ______Contratto 79.00 92 Cola, cherry liqueur, black licorice notes. It’s full with a long finish.
63a 2009 Barolo ‘San Pietro’ ______Corsini 59.00 90 Aromas and flavors rooted in dark-toned fruit. Wood influence is subtle on the nose and palate.
204 2008 Barolo ‘Cannubi’ ______Damilano 85.50 95 Emerges from the glass with cherry, plum, sweet raspberries. Silky, refined finish rounds things out.
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159 2006 Barolo ‘Le Cinque Vigne’ ______Damilano 53.00 91 Wild cherry, berry and cinnamon aromas lead to a full-body, with a core of fruit and silky tannins.
150 2004 Barolo ‘Cannubi’ ______Einaudi 101.00 96 Displays inner perfume, suggestions of red berries and spices buttressed by silky tannins.
115 2005 Barolo ‘Terlo’ ______Einaudi 64.00 92 Full-bodied with layers of fresh fruit and chewy tannins. Concentrated yet restrained.
61a 2008 Barolo ‘La Rosa’ ______Fontanafredda 108.00 95 Sweet cherry and berry flavors are the hallmark of this rich Barolo. Tannins are ripe, well-integrated.
49 2009 Barolo ‘Serralunga’ ______Fontanafredda 60.00 93 Savory blackcurrant, plum and clove flavors pop out of the glass. Full-bodied with a noble character.
154 2004 Barolo ‘Brunate’ ______Marcarini 73.00 94 An expression of dark fruit, leather, coffee beans and spices on a medium-bodied frame.
197e 2003 Barolo ______[ half bottle ] Massolino 46.00 92 Soft approachable style with a core of vibrant black cherries and well-integrated tannins.
48 2005 Barolo ______Massolino 76.50 92 Full-bodied, with silky tannins that have strawberry and raspberry character.
64 2009 Barolo ______Oddero 61.50 95 Rich red cherry and cassis palate. It is structured, elegant and beautifully balanced by firm tannins.
58a 2006 Barolo ‘Bussia’ ______Prunotto 90.00 94 Reticent aromas of currant, cherry and red rose. Superb stuffing and depth, finishes long, suave tannins.
101b 2006 Barolo ______Prunotto 70.00 92 The wine gains richness and volume on the mid-palate, leading to a long, powerful close.
214 2003 Barolo ‘Boscareto’ ______Principiano 74.50 91 Notable depth and richness with spiced, plummy fruit, outstanding balance.
33 2009 Barolo ‘Conca’ ______Ratti 85.00 94 Aromas of ripe cherries, raspberries, vanilla leap from the glass. Shows depth with wonderful balance. 1.
50 2009 Barolo ‘Marcenasco’ ______Ratti 61.50 93 Aromas and flavors of sweet, juicy, ripe black cherries, a focused structure that ends elegantly long.
226 2007 Barolo ______Reversanti 53.50 92 Brick color, well balanced, smooth with plum flavors, nose of an evergreen forest.
203 2007 Barolo ______Scarzello 71.50 92 Open in the mouth, a touch of orchard fruits then more typical red wild cherry fruits, medium finish.
31a 2010 Barolo ‘Carobric’ ______Scavino 90.00 96 Super-elegant, very rich, refined and layered with very fine tannins and a long, long finish.
54 2010 Barolo ______Scavino 61.50 93 A nose of jammy fruit over spicy oak notes, good medium bodied mouthfeel, long close.
137 2003 Barolo ‘Vigneto Campe’ ______La Spinetta 150.00 95 Bright berry on the nose, palate with expressive tart red cherry fruit leading to a long finish.
141 2009 Barolo ‘Vigneto Garetti’ ______La Spinetta 83.00 95 The mouthfeel is round, dense, with tones of dried cherry and prune, supported by smooth firm tannins.
19 2009 Barolo ‘Brunate’ ______Vietti 128.00 95 Wonderful depth of ripe fruit on the nose with a purity and freshness. Full body, integrated tannins.
179 2008 Barolo ‘Castiglione’ ______Vietti 63.00 92 Dense and full-bodied, flows across the palate with generous fruit and overall balance.
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Barbaresco
In Piedmont often referred to as Barolo's younger brother, also made from the Nebbiolo grape, however, the soil in Barbaresco produces a slightly gentler, elegant wine. Still, it is generally robust with assertive acidity and firm tannins. Each producer has their own style, from the traditional rustic, tannic, barrel influenced approach to the modern, softer, fruit influenced rounder offering. Barbaresco must be aged for a minimum of two years before release; if aged for three years or more, it is a Riserva.
171 2010 Barbaresco______Batasiolo 53.00 92 A ripe, juicy wine with blueberry and plum character and hints of hazelnut and blanched almonds.
147 2006 Barbaresco ‘Sori Rio Sordo’ ______Ca’Rome 91.50 92 Medium to full-bodied, loaded with dark fruit, French oak, spices in a balanced style.
148 2006 Barbaresco ‘Maria di Brun’ ______Ca’Rome 97.50 93 Round and plush with red ripe fruits, silky powerful tannins with outstanding length.
205 2009 Barbaresco______Cesare 82.50 93 Aromas of shaved chocolate, some nuts and red berries. Full body with depth and complexity.
216 2010 Barbaresco ‘Reyna’ ______Chiarlo 55.50 91 Succulent and soft with ripe tannins and a juicy finish. Dried strawberry and walnut notes.
193b 2005 Barbaresco ‘Roncaglie’ ______Colla 73.00 93 Angular tannins frame the wine’s dark cherry and plum flavors with a floral character.
197c 2007 Barbaresco ‘Costa Russi’ ______Gaja 375.00 98 Layers of dark red fruit, minerals, flowers and spices saturate the palate as it struts its stuff.
197a 2009 Barbaresco______Gaja 215.00 94 A firm, classically built wine of elegance. Tannins are woven into a mid-weight frame.
40 2010 Barbaresco ‘Cavanna’ ______Giordana 52.50 92 Expressive bouquet of floral and savory notes along with alluringly ripe fruit. Finish is long.
104 2007 Barbaresco ‘Martinenga’ ______Marchesi di Gresy 67.00 93 Sweet dark cherries, licorice, spices emerge from the glass. Structured, integrated tannins.
177b 2006 Barbaresco ‘Bric Balin’ ______Moccagatta 72.50 92 Full-bodied with a rich palate showing vanilla, chocolate and berry. Juicy.
98 2009 Barbaresco ‘Santo Stefano Albesani’ ______Castello di Neive 73.50 92 Unfurls on the palate with layers of dark red cherries and sweet plums. Elegance and finesse.
234 2009 Barbaresco ‘Bricco San Giuliano’ ______Pelissero 49.00 93 Medium-bodied, plum and strawberry flavors add complexity to the palate and the long aftertaste.
18 2005 Barbaresco Riserva ‘Rio Sordo’ ______Produttori del Barbaresco 76.00 95 Jumps from the glass with an exciting array of fresh roses, spices and raspberries.
21b 2005 Barbaresco Riserva ‘Asili’ ______Produttori del Barbaresco 74.00 93 Has integrity in its dark red fruit, with notable persistence on the palate. Powerful close.
199 2007 Barbaresco ‘Vigneto Nervo’ ______Pertinace 62.00 93 Big and rich with cherry and raspberry flavors and intense fragrances of vanilla. Velvety
221 2008 Barbaresco ‘Bric Turot ______Prunotto 77.00 92 Densely packed cherry and plum fruit. Slightly austere tannins, powerful and persistent.
202b 2008 Barbaresco______Prunotto 62.00 93 Impresses for its classiness and overall balance. Aromas of sweet dried cherries, licorice.
151 2007 Barbaresco______Reversanti 50.00 93 Mouth feel brings silky tannins and hints of plum. The finish in medium length with hints of sweetness.
61 2005 Barbaresco ‘Masseria’ ______Vietti 114.00 94 Improves in the glass as its core of dark fruit gradually emerges from a wall of tannins.
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Amarone & Valpolicella Ripasso
In Veneto, from the same grapes as Valpolicella, Amarone is made by first drying newly picked grapes for months, either on straw mats or slatted racks, to concentrate their sugars. The resulting wine is sweet but then additional fermentation is induced to convert the remaining sugar and produce Amarone a dry red with considerable body and alcohol that tastes of cherries, prunes and bitter almonds. The wine is rich, lush and with lengthy aging, its youthful largesse becomes austere, ethereal, though still retaining the amaro (bitter) dry finish that gives it its name. - Valpolicella Ripasso, meaning repassed, is the addition of unpressed grape skins from making Amarone to already blended and fermented Valpolicella. This refermentation adds body, Amarone character and style to the typically simpler wine.
162 2006 Amarone Classico ______Bussola 74.00 93 Ripe, velvety red with sweet date, currant and lightly spiced vanilla that builds toward the long finish.
91 2007 Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso ‘Ca’ del Laito’ ______Bussola 44.50 91 Dense on the entry, then rich in the middle, very ripe black cherry flavor, finishes long.
53 2005 Amarone Classico ‘Cinque Stelle’ ______Castellani 110.00 97 Full and compact, delivering layers of ripe fruit and fine, soft tannins on a long finish.
161 2008 Amarone Classico ‘Colle Cristi’ ______Castellani 69.50 95 Full-bodied, generous with round tannins, lots of ripe fruit and toasty oak in layers of richness.
156 2006 Amarone Classico ‘Il Bosco’ ______Cesari 93.00 94 Velvet across the palate, flavors of black cherries last through the long fruity finish.
43 2010 Amarone Classico ______Cesari 62.00 92 Velvety tannins support black cherry, plum and blackberry flavors, while notes of nutmeg add depth.
168 2010 Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso ‘Bosan’ ______Cesari 58.00 92 Dense, luscious, rich in the mouth. Silky tannins wrapped around notes of cherry and chocolate flavors.
172 2007 Amarone Classico ______Farina 62.00 91 Tones of ripe cherry and blackberry jelly, chewy tannins fuel a long mocha-rich finish.
83 2012 Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso ______Farina 40.50 90 Aromas and flavors of black berry fruit and black plums and hints of baking spices. Medium-bodied.
74a 2007 Amarone Classico ‘Serego Alighieri Vaio’ ______Masi 86.00 95 Aged in cherry-wood casks. Delicious palate offers plum cake, nutmeg, cocoa alongside smooth tannins.
197b 2004 Amarone Classico ‘Costasera’ ______[ half bottle ] Masi 39.50 95 Full, rich and concentrated with lush tannins, long, smooth, fruity finish.
220 2010 Amarone Classico ‘Costasera’ ______Masi 72.50 95 Full-bodied, round, juicy, loads of fruit, soft, caressing finish.
182 2008 Amarone ______Pasqua 55.00 91 Full bodied, currants, blackberries, and almonds on the nose. Big warm and rich with polished tannins.
189 2005 Amarone Ca’ Bertoldi ______Recchia 57.50 92 Full, ripe black fruit, raisins. Soft on the palate, ending with a well-knit, lingering finish
56 2010 Amarone ‘Capitel de Roari’ ______Righetti 54.00 90 Nose of red and black currants and vanilla, a lighter Amarone with fresh and tasty fruit.
218 2006 Amarone Classico ‘La Marega’ ______Le Salette 80.00 93 Full-bodied with raisiny fruit, a balanced mouthfeel just firming up slightly on finish.
167 2004 Amarone Classico ______Santa Sofia 89.00 90 Full-bodied, with fine tannins and lots of fruit flavors that leave a racy note on finish.
157 2005 Amarone ‘Campo dei Gigli’ ______Sant’Antonio 78.50 94 A big, richly textured wine with layers of ripe cherries, licorice, toasted oak.
22 2005 Amarone ‘Selezione Antonio Castagnedi’ ______Sant’Antonio 63.00 93 Medium-bodied, offers outstanding depth and firm tannins with an inviting finish.
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32 2005 Amarone ‘Proemio’ ______Santi 78.50 95 Wonderful flavors of cherry and plum fruits, licorice. Nice toasty element of oak.
110b 2006 Amarone Classico ‘Vigneto Monte Sant’Urbano’ ______Speri 89.00 93 Offering blueberry notes. Full body with subtle fruit and a firm, polished tannin structure.
166 2007 Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso ______Speri 47.00 90 Aromas of spice, vanilla, black fruit preserves, slightly oak-driven. Generous texture.
224b 2006 Amarone ‘Capitel Monte Olmi’ ______Tedeschi 90.00 93 A traditional-style, which offers flavors of roasted plum, dried cherry, ground spices.
222 2007 Amarone Classico ______Tedeschi 68.00 93 Rich, dense, with red and black fruit flavors complicated by coffee and cocoa nuances.
228 2008 Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso ‘Capitel San Rocco’ ______Tedeschi 44.50 90 A beautifully balanced Ripasso with contrast between elegance and power. Thick finish.
59b 2007 Amarone Classico ______Tommasi 79.00 92 Dense with layers of ripe fruit, cola, spice and cedar. Mature fruit flavors on finish.
170 2008 Amarone ______Torre d’Orti 63.00 92 Rich, intense, jammy aromas of juicy blackberry and oak, full palate of sweet red fruit.
47b 2005 Amarone Classico ______Villabella 65.00 90 Shows medium density and intensity with a bouquet of mixed spice and berry confiture.
158 2009 Amarone Classico ______Zenato 78.50 93 A richly-layered wine with opulent tones of plum cake, cinnamon snap, jammy fruit and raisins.
163 2010 Valpolicella Superiore Ripassa ______Zenato 48.50 92 Full body, silky tannins and a fruity, refined finish. Intense aromas of blackberries and currents.
34b 2003 Amarone ______Zyme 129.00 92 Loaded with super-sweet ripe fruit. A palate of blueberry jam and smoky chocolate flavors.
Brunello
A great red wine from Brunello grapes, [clone of Sangiovese Grosso] grown in the commune of Montalcino in Tuscany. It is a long-lived, big, rich, wine that is aged two to four years in wood before release. Wine that undergoes an additional year aging is Riserva. It is a firmly structured wine, full in body, that displays richness of extract and concentration of fruit. Rosso di Montalcino, often referred to as Brunello's little brother, is made from the same grape and often has the same flavors of Brunello. The grapes may be from younger vines or from vats that might not have sufficient structure to age. It requires one-year aging.
181 2008 Brunello di Montalcino ______Argiano 68.00 94 Graces the palate with serious depth. Dark cherry nuances, notes of toasted vanilla on the long finish.
23 2008 Brunello di Montalcino ______Castello Banfi 74.00 93 Full-bodied, chewy and rich. Blackberry, currant and toasted oak in the long finish.
28 2005 Brunello di Montalcino ______Camigliano 68.00 92 Aromas of cedar wood, vanilla seed and exotic spices. Cherry fruit flavors on the close.
72 2009 Brunello di Montalcino ______Caparzo 53.50 91 Smooth, ripe and juicy with soft, rich flavors of plum, ripe berries and spice; deep and balanced.
96 2008 Brunello di Montalcino ‘Tenuta Nuova’______Casanova di Neri 90.50 94 Full-bodied, with velvety tannins and a ripe fruit, caramel and berry aftertaste. Textured finish is long.
114 2007 Brunello di Montalcino ‘Pianrosso’ ______Ciacci Piccolomini 84.00 96 Layers of dark red fruit enriched by various spicy notes. Warm, soft and harmonic on the palate.
191 2009 Brunello di Montalcino ______Ciacci Piccolomini 65.50 93 Ripe dark fruity aromas and flavors, round tannins, full bodied, well balanced with a nice finish.
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63 2003 Brunello di Montalcino ______ColdiSole 67.00 91 A rich expression of dark fruit, chocolate and toasted oak. A touch of dryness to the tannins.
37 2004 Brunello di Montalcino ______Col d’Orcia 68.50 95 Full-body, with silky tannins and a tangy finish. Reveals ripe red cherries with a Brunello character.
74 2004 Brunello di Montalcino ‘Prime Donne’ ______Donatella Colombini 82.00 91 Intense and dark, black cherries persistent on the palate and a long, polished finish.
142 2004 Brunello di Montalcino ______Donatella Colombini 68.50 90 Supple and ripe in the middle, showing lingering fresh red fruits, turns dry on the back.
160 2003 Brunello di Montalcino ______Costanti 78.50 93 Velvety, pliant in texture, lovely restrained sweetness to the berry, spice, floral flavors.
209 2004 Brunello di Montalcino ______Fattoi 68.50 92 Aromas of black cherry and raspberry, with silky tannins and a long finish.
233 2004 Brunello di Montalcino ______Fossacolle 75.00 93 Bursting with dark fruit, notes of licorice, leather and spices. Oak beautifully balanced.
206 2008 Brunello di Montalcino ______La Fuga 73.00 93 Flows with the essence of black cherries, licorice, French oak and violets.
145 2004 Brunello di Montalcino ______Lisini 90.00 94 A racy, sleek wine loaded with super-ripe dark fruit and a round enveloping personality.
99 2004 Brunello di Montalcino ______Nardi 75.50 92 Medium-bodied style, with depth and density in its dark red fruit, tobacco and licorice.
84 2008 Brunello di Montalcino ______Pertimali 73.00 94 Aromas and flavors of cherry, strawberry and plum with well-integrated tannins. Refined and long.
188 2009 Brunello di Montalcino ______Pian delle Vigne 81.00 94 By Antinori. Lots of plum and orange-peel character. It’s rich and exotic. Full body, a long, long finish.
197d 2006 Brunello di Montalcino ’Sugarille’ ______Pieve Santa Restituta 165.00 96 By Angelo Gaja, utterly silky and perfumed on entry, then tightly coiled in the middle.
94a 2009 Brunello di Montalcino ‘Altero’ ______Poggio Antico 95.00 93 A bright beam of cherry and raspberry courses through this elegant red, refined tannins, well-structured.
90 2004 Brunello di Montalcino ______Poggio Salvi 91.00 91 Licorice, spices and oak add a measure of complexity to the dark fruit. Excellent length.
176 2007 Brunello di Montalcino ______Il Poggione 86.00 95 Reticent nose hints at dark raspberries, marzipan and nutty oak. Long, even, sweetly tannic back end.
30 2010 Brunello di Montalcino ______Il Poggione 108.00 98 Rich, with excellent density, ripe cherry and plum fruit, and a well integrated structure. This Brunello is only at the beginning of a long road ahead. The longer it stays in the glass the more it offers complexity.
164 2003 Brunello di Montalcino ______Renieri 89.50 90 Ripe and spicy, with cherry character on the nose. Medium to full-bodied with fine tannins.
109b 2000 Brunello di Montalcino ______Salicutti 99.00 92 Airing it unlocks cinnamon, chocolate and smoky leather aromas. Full in the middle.
22a 2009 Brunello di Montalcino ‘Campogiovanni’ ______San Felice 64.50 94 Full-bodied, with a wonderful integrated tannin structure. Subtle and complete fruit.
66 2006 Brunello di Montalcino ‘Martina’ ______Antonio Sasa 68.00 92 Dark red stone fruits, herbs and sage are found in a racy, ripe style on the mid-weight finish.
113 2004 Brunello di Montalcino ______Val di Suga 70.00 93 Medium in body, it offers perfumed red fruits, spices in a soft, supple style.
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Super Tuscan - Vino da Tavola
Today some of Italy's greatest wines do not qualify for "denominazione di origine contollata" status, but are labeled and sold as humble "vini da tavola". Nowhere is there a greater profusion of such wines than in Tuscany where they are sometimes known as the Super Tuscan. These "Designer Wines", that reflects the producer’s character and that of their estate, often are made from Sangiovese or Cabernet Sauvignon or a blend of each. Other grape varieties such as Merlot, Pinot Noir and Syrah also may be part of the wine’s blend. Generally these wines are barrique aged with flavors that are oak influenced.
The wines below are listed by grape varietals and blends
230 2007 Fontalloro ______Felsina 63.50 96 100% Sangiovese. Densely packed flavors of raspberry, dark plum. Creamy rich, long smooth finish.
53 2011 Il Carbonaione ______Poggio Scalette 67.00 94 100% Sangiovese. Rich, layered and voluptuous to the core. Full body with blackberries and currants.
187 2010 Rompicollo ______Poggio al Tufo 41.00 90 60% Sangiovese, 40% Cabernet. Fruity with cherry, strawberry and a delicate red plum character.
180 2007 Campaccio Selezione Riserva ______Terrabianca 76.50 93 50% Sangiovese, 50% Cabernet. Beautifully ripe and succulent in its dark extroverted fruit.
111 2008 Il Borgo ______Cabreo 68.00 94 70% Sangiovese, 30% Cabernet. Black currant, cherry, violet flavors abound. Silky long finish.
195a 2009 Daniello ______Trecciano 54.00 93 50% Sangiovese, 50% Cabernet. Exuberant cherry, blackberry aromas and flavors. Well balanced.
236 2011 Bere ______Viticcio 38.00 90 50% Sangiovese, 25% Cabernet, 25% Merlot. Boasting dark cherry, berry aromas, flavors.
190 2011 Modus ______Ruffino 49.00 93 50% Sangiovese, 25% Cabernet, 25% Merlot. Rich with silky tannins, long finish of vanilla, red berry.
38 2011 Tre ______Brancaia 42.50 95 80% Sangiovese, 10% Cabernet, 10% Merlot. Full-body, fruity ultra-soft tannins, delicious silky finish.
219 2011 Tignanello ______Marchesi Antinori 105.00 95 80% Sangiovese, 15% Cabernet, 5% Cabernet Franc. Full-bodied, chewy yet polished.
92 2008 Al Passo ______Tolaini 42.50 91 85% Sangiovese, 15% Merlot. Layers of black fruit flavors with hints of espresso and mocha.
71 2012 Rosso dei Notri ______Tua Rita 42.50 91 50% Sangiovese, 10% Merlot, 10% Cabernet, 10% Syrah. Ripe dark red cherry and plum notes.
138b 2007 Aragone ______Poggio La Mozza 55.00 92 40% Sangiovese, 25% Alicante, 25% Syrah, 10% Carignan. Hints of racy dark red cherries.
78 2009 Casino delle Vie ______Il Palagio 51.00 92 95% Sangiovese. Sweet Cherries and licorice flow thru this vibrant red.
94 2009 Therra ______Podernuovo a Palazzone 45.50 92 Sangiovese, Montepulciano, Cabernet, Merlot. Notes of cherry, chocolate, long finish.
58 2009 Le Sughere ______Rocca di Frassinello 57.00 91 50% Sangioveto, 25% Merlot, 25% Cabernet. Vibrant dark fruit in this intense supple red.
90a 2011 Maestro Raro ______Felsina 71.50 94 100% Cabernet. Superb depth and pure power with black cherries racing across the palate.
198 2007 Cignale ______Castello di Querceto 81.50 95 90% Cabernet, 10% Merlot. Dense and powerful, with blackberry aromas and rich flavors.
229 2006 Sammarco ______Rampolla 85.00 94 90% Cabernet, 5% Sangiovese, 5% Merlot. Dazzling bouquet, layers of rich dark fruit.
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139 2010 Paleo ______Le Macchiole 116.00 97 100% Cabernet Franc. Extraordinary wine from Bolgheri. Already gorgeous, will develop to 2040.
27 2004 Filare 18 ______Casadei 71.50 93 100% Cabernet Franc. Balanced flavors of candied, tart red fruit. Long, tooth-coating finish.
17 2007 Sor Ugo ______Aia Vecchia 59.50 95 60% Merlot, 35% Cabernet, 5% Petit Verdot. Full-bodied palate, velvety tannins, long finish.
41 2008 Vigorello ______San Felice 64.00 94 45% Cabernet, 45% Merlot, 10% Petit Verdot. Velvety texture with dark cherry flavors.
93 2010 Volpolo ______Sapaio 58.00 92 70% Cabernet, 15% Merlot, 15% Petit Verdot. Flavors of chocolate fudge, cherry and cinnamon spice.
178 2010 NC / Non Confunditur ______Argiano 44.50 93 40% Cabernet, 20% Merlot, 20% Syrah, 20% Sangiovese. Full-bodied, jammy, plum notes.
108 2004 Villa Donoratico______Poggio Argentiera 54.00 91 65% Cabernet, 25% Merlot, 10% Cabernet Franc. Full-bodied. Wonderful intense flavors.
152 2009 Sondraia ______Poggio al Tesoro 61.50 94 65% Cabernet, 25% Merlot, 10% Cabernet Franc. Rich, supple texture paves way for dark fruit flavors.
153 2011 Ornellaia ______Ornellaia 215.00 97 51% Cabernet, 32% Merlot, 11% Cabernet Franc, 6% Petit Verdot. Dark, intense, superb depth.
105 2011 Toscana ______Collazzi 61.50 91 54% Cabernet, 28% Merlot, 14% Cab Franc, 4% Petit Verdot. On the palate fruit abounds, toasted oak.
69 2011 A Quo ______Montepeloso 46.00 90 40% Cabernet, 40% Montepulciano, 20% Sangiovese. Super-ripe blueberries, blackberries and cassis.
57 2005 Poggio al Lupo ______Sette Ponti 68.00 92 70% Cabernet, 20% Alicante, 10% Petit Verdot. With thick extraction and tones of fruit.
173 2007 Caselferro ______Barone Ricasoli 73.00 94 100% Merlot. Blackberry, plum flavors. Finishes seamless, pure, long, with a note of cassis.
87b 2005 Galatrona ______Petrolo 93.00 94 100% Merlot. Offers bite-size bursts of soft cherry and toasted almond. Supple in the mouth.
89 2011 Lucente ______Luce della Vite 48.00 94 75% Merlot, 25% Sangiovese. From Mondavi/Frescobaldi partnership, loads of plummy character.
85 2010 Geremia______Rocca di Montegrossi 71.00 95 65% Merlot, 35% Cabernet. Dark, concentrated, with a core of sweet fruit, black cherry flavors.
68 2012 Le Volte dell’Ornellaia ______Ornellaia 46.50 91 50% Merlot, 30% Sangiovese, 20% Cabernet. Hints of raspberry and cinnamon flavors, smooth tannins.
55b 2008 Le Cupole ______Trinoro 53.00 91 45% Cabernet Franc, 25% Cabernet, 25% Merlot, 5% Petit Verdot. Mid-weight silky tannins.
93a 2010 Piastraia ______Satta 58.50 94 Merlot, Syrah, Cabernet, Sangiovese. Juicy fruit carries over a creamy palate with black cherry, mocha.
76 2010 Pian di Nova ______Il Borro 43.00 90 75% Syrah, 25% Sangiovese. Sultry red fruits, dried herbs. Lighter style, soft tannins.
80 2006 Mediterra ______Poggio al Tesoro 50.50 92 40% Syrah, 30% Merlot, 30% Cabernet. Nuances of red berries. Full-bodied, lingering finish.
44 2011 Il Canapone 642 ______La Badiola 41.50 93 Made from six grapes in Maremma. Full bodied, refined tannins, flavors of cherry and strawberries.
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Chianti
From the region of Tuscany, Chianti is produced in seven distinct sub zones, including the original core area of Chianti Classico. Its major grape variety is Sangiovese. As of 1995 the new Italian laws allow producers to market pure Sangiovese as Chianti Classico with the option to blend up to fifteen percent of other approved varieties. Chianti is made in two basic styles, one is Normale, the regular Chianti, that is meant to be drunk young and is more fresh and straightforward. The second style is Riserva that is aged before release and is usually more concentrated and tannic.
86a 2007 Chianti Classico Riserva ______Antinori 52.50 91 Wonderful ripe cherry fruit and smoky cedary aromas, integrated mildly dusty tannins.
100 2006 Chianti Rufina ‘Riserva del Don’ ______Colognole 53.00 91 The palate offers flavors of red currant, raspberry and spicecake, with a hint of licorice.
169 2007 Chianti Classico Riserva ‘Rancia’ ______Felsina 58.00 96 Full-body, an array of juicy black cherry, plum, boysenberry flavors, finishes long, easy.
235 2007 Chianti Classico Riserva ______Felsina 45.50 91 Emerges with hints of black fruits, licorice, wild cherries. Gains volume, depth in the glass.
227 2009 Chianti Rufina Riserva ‘Nipozzano’ ______Marchesi de’Frescobaldi 46.00 92 Berry and vanilla aromas and flavors. Medium-bodied, fine tannins, a balanced finish.
62 2009 Chianti Classico ______Meleto 41.00 91 Core of ripe fruit that gives a cherry and plum character. Full and velvety with caressing texture.
29 2006 Chianti Classico Riserva ______Monsanto 42.00 91 Black cherries, ripe plums and spices come together with big tannins in the long finish.
60 2007 Chianti Classico Riserva ______Nozzole 44.50 90 A mid-weight elegant style with flavors of red cherries, sweet herbs and licorice.
140 2005 Chianti Classico Riserva ______Castello di Querceto 45.00 93 Full-bodied, loaded with black cherries and jammy fruit, smooth tannins. A great dark fruit finish.
232 2006 Chianti Classico ______Rampolla 52.00 92 Rich, full-bodied style with scents of earthiness, spices and French oak that add complexity.
95 2006 Chianti Classico ‘Castello di Brolio’ ______Barone Ricasoli 75.00 96 . A powerful and rich red, with blackberry, milk chocolate and cherry character. Full and soft.
215 2010 Chianti Classico ‘Colledila’ ______Barone Ricasoli 53.50 94 . Sangiovese sourced from a single vineyard of the same name. Ripe dark fruit flavors, long and balanced.
231 2009 Chianti Classico Riserva ‘Ducale Oro’ ______Ruffino 55.00 93 Full-bodied, silky tannins, rich core of raspberry fruit. Complex and well balanced.
192 2010 Chianti Classico Riserva ‘Il Grigio’ ______San Felice 45.00 93 Black cherry, strawberry and vanilla flavors carry through on the bright finish.
45 2007 Chianti Rufina Riserva ‘Bucerchiale’ ______Selvapiana 50.50 91 Solid and well structured. Full-bodied, with rich, silky tannins and a long, long finish.
82 2007 Chianti Classico Riserva ‘Croce’ ______Terrabianca 50.00 92 Medium-bodied, hovers on the palate with red cherries, flowers, mint and French oak.
103 2008 Chianti Classico Riserva ‘Agostino Petri’ ______Vicchiomaggio 45.00 90 Boasts black cherry and plum notes backed by a firm structure. Tannins emerge on the finish.
67 2007 Chianti Classico ‘Gherardino’ ______Vignamaggio 48.00 90 Ripe in style, balanced in its oak, it has black cherries, minerals, spices and leather.
107 2009 Chianti Classico ______Viticcio 43.00 90 Full-bodied palate of black cherry, currants, soft fruits, and silky tannins, with a long balanced finish.
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Other red wines of Italy
200 2010 Barbera d’Alba ‘Trevigne’ ______Clerico 47.50 91 Lush, sweet and silky-rich, with noteworthy finesse to the cassis flavor. Excellent length.
79b 2010 Dolcetto d’Alba ______Massolino 44.00 90 A generous wine endowed with varietal character. Ripe plums, blueberries on the finish.
201 2011 Barbera d’Alba ______Scavino 48.50 90 A powerful floral component with fig and dark red plum flavors, very elegant, generous finish.
20b 2008 Barbera d’Asti ‘Ca’di Pian’ ______La Spinetta 50.50 90 Full-bodied with lots of fruit and soft, velvety tannins. Long and delicious.
217 2010 Rosso di Montalcino ______Argiano 46.50 90 A generous, cherry-filled Rosso, accented by suave tannins gracing the finish.
77 2011 Rosso di Montalcino ______Caparzo 41.00 90 Fresh and juicy with sneaky density in the ripe raspberry and cherry pie flavors. Smooth tannins.
88 2006 Rosso di Montalcino ‘Ginestreto’ ______Fuligni 59.00 91 Pure red cherry and licorice flavors balance the wines considerable lift, long finish.
81 2007 Rosso di Montalcino ______Lisini 57.00 91 Shows flavors of red currant, raspberry and cherry, round and lush in the mouth.
195 2011 Rosso di Montepulciano ______Avignonesi 42.50 90 Juicy and bright on the palate, precise strawberry and redcurrant favors on the finish.
106b 2006 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano ‘Santa Pia’ ______La Braccesca 53.50 92 Gorgeous clarity and depth in its black cherries, flowers and spices. Mid-weight.
35b 2010 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano ______Cerro 43.00 92 Medium-bodied with succulent dark cherry and plum flavors, discreet tannic finish.
225 2007 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano ______Dei 50.50 90 Soft and expressive with bright red cherries that lead to subtle notes in the glass.
165 2008 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano ______Poliziano 49.00 92 On the palate this is medium/full bodied, with fruity cherry and ripe plum flavors.
193a 2007 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano ’Trerose’ ______Angelini 41.50 90 Rich, ripe cherry and plum flavors are accented by spice and tobacco.
174 2010 Montepulciano d’Abruzzo ______Cataldi Madonna 41.50 91 Sinewy elegance blending rich, earthy underpinnings with cranberry, cherry and plum.
185 2010 Montepulciano d'Abruzzo ______La Valentina 40.50 91 A dark cherry flavor envelopes the body which finishes with notes of pepper and cloves.
97 2008 Ramitello ______Di Majo Norante 39.50 92 80% Montepulciano, 20% Aglianico. Layers of dark cherries and plums meld together.
223 2006 Rocca di Lupo ‘Castel del Monte’ ______Tormaresca 55.50 92 100% Aglianico. Big and broad, with concentrated flavors of raspberry, red cherry.
51 2005 Lago di Corbara ______Castello di Corbara 42.00 90 100 % Cabernet. Generous dark ripe fruit and long persistency on the finish.
73 2008 Palazzotto ______Maculan 50.50 91 100% Cabernet. Medium-bodied, shows appealing blackberries, depth, plumpness.
196 2009 Bradisismo ______Inama 50.50 93 70% Cabernet, 30% Carmenere. A Bordeaux blend. Soft, round on palate, dried cherries, cocoa, vanilla.
46 2009 Merlot ______Falesco 40.50 92 Jammy blueberries, blackberries and cinnamon woven into a beautiful fabric. French oak. Proprietor’s recommendation
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193c 2008 Noa ______Cusumano 63.50 92 40% Nero d’Avola, 30% Merlot, 30% Cabernet. A full rich perfume of jam, cocoa, spices.
208 2007 Montefalco di Sagrantino ______Colpetrone 47.00 92 100% Sagrantino. Balance in opulent style. Notes of red fruit, spices and fine vanilla.
207 2005 Negroamaro Salento______Tormaresca 47.00 91 Smoky aromas of red cherry, blackcurrant and plum. Balanced, finishes long, pure.
24 2007 Costera ______Argiolas 39.50 90 100% Cannonau grapes with a core of ripe, dark fruit. Outstanding harmony and balance.
116 2010 Teroldego ‘Vignetti delle Dolomiti’ ______Foradori 46.50 93 100% Teroldego. Dark, opaque like Syrah, intense, deep, pure and weightless with finesse.
102 2010 Lacryma Christi del Vesuvio Rosso ______Mastroberardino 43.50 90 100% Piedirosso. ‘Tears of Christ’. Layers of cherry, plum, raspberries with spiced notes.
183 2009 Rocca Rubia Riserva ______Santadi 50.50 91 100% Carignano del Sulcis. Expressive dark red fruit. Big, velvety, full-bodied, long finish.
144 2008 Valli di Porto Pino ______Shardana 52.00 92 85% Carignano, 15% Shiraz. Black cherries and sweet spice flavors, medium-bodied and tannins.
42 2009 Red Angel on the Moonlight______Jermann 56.50 92 100% Pinot Noir. Its taste is delicate, elegant, and full-bodied. Dark cherries in mid-palate.
White Wines of Italy
300 2011 Arneis ______Damilano 39.00 91 Ripe and smooth, peach, passion fruit and jasmine tea flavors have a nutty edge, structured.
303 2013 Roero Arneis ______Vietti 44.00 90 Apricots, hints of almonds and white peach nuances in a well-balanced, lingering finish.
310 2012 Chardonnay ______Jermann 50.00 90 Intense and fruity with golden delicious apple notes, excellent persistence.
318 2010 Cervaro della Sala ______Castella della Sala 65.50 93 A chardonnay blend from Antinori, smooth, creamy, offers vanilla, apricot, honey.
319 2010 Friulano ______Livio Felluga 48.50 91 Tocai Friulano. Balanced and elegant, golden apple, green citrus peel, and spice.
315 2008 Friulano ______Luisa 43.50 91 Tocai Friulano. Full-bodied, exhibits peach, banana flavors with lemon, lime character.
307 2012 Gavi ‘La Meirana’______Broglia 44.00 91 Citrus and white fruit notes persist through a palate that is smooth and nuanced.
304 2010 Gavi ______Fontanafredda 43.00 90 Intense bouquet, vanilla, lemon, bitter apples. Dry taste is full, well balanced and elegant
305 2012 Greco di Tufo ______Nativ 42.00 90 Gold-tinged dark yellow color. Deep, ripe aromas of peach, yellow melon, pear and white flowers.
302 2012 Greco di Tufo ______Terradora Dipaolo 43.00 91 Sporting a creamy edge to the lime, melon, pine and chalk notes, with a smoke-tinged finish.
317 2012 Pinot Grigio ______Adriano 40.50 92 Peach and apple on the nose lead to clean citrus flavors on the palate.
313 2010 Pinot Grigio ______Jermann 50.50 92 Surprising creaminess and depth, with almost luscious flavors of white peach and pears.
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312 2008 Pinot Grigio ‘Gris’ ______Lis Neris 48.00 90 A rich fabric of white peaches, subtle French oak unfolds on the palate as the wine opens.
306 2008 Pinot Grigio ______Luisa 42.00 90 A touch of green, hinting at celery and green apple, to keep the juicy pear flavors clean.
320b 2009 Pinot Grigio ______Mario Schiopetto 43.00 90 Offers up apricots, peaches in a lush, generous style, balance and harmony impeccable.
301 2010 Sauvignon Blanc ______Conti Attems 41.50 91 A smoky, creamy version of Sauvignon, a vanilla accent to the apricot and mango notes.
309 2010 Sauvignon ‘Sanct Valentine ______St Micahael Eppan 58.00 92 Expressive layers of green pears, white peaches, fairly restrained, lemon notes linger on the finish.
316 2009 Sauvignon Blanc ‘Quarz’ ______Terlano 63.00 92 Quartz crystals enrich the Terlan Sauvignon vineyards, add apricot and light woody notes.
308 2011 Sauvignon Blanc ‘Winkl’ ______Terlano 47.00 92 Exotic fruit notes of passion fruit, kiwi and gooseberry. Exhibits excellent balance.
320 2010 Soave Classico ‘Foscarino’ ______Inama 46.50 90 Delicious nose of ripe peaches. Mouth of juiciness, finish of sweet almond, caramel.
311 2010 Vespa Bianco ______Bastianich 58.00 91 A rich blend of Chardonnay, Sauvignon, Picolit. Energetic citrus, almond, honey flavors.
314 2011 Verdicchio Classico dei Castelli di Jesi ______Villa Bucci 43.50 90 Complex flavors of lemon, ripe tangerine, almond and spices, long pure Chablis-like finish.
Dry Sparkling
402 NV Cuvee Brut ‘Franciacorta’ ______half bottle Bellavista 39.50 90 Aromas of exotic fruit. Very creamy and silky in the mouth, but lively.
403 NV Cuvee 61 Brut ______Berlucchi 43.00 90 Fresh, creamy Chardonnay based, aromas of apricot and sweet citrus, smooth and persistent perlage.
420 2005 Cuvee Annamaria Clementi ______Ca del Bosco 96.50 94 Chardonnay, Pinot Bianco, Pinot Noir. Bouquet of candied lemon, Golden Delicious apple.
401 NV Cuvee Prestige ______Ca del Bosco 59.50 91 Chardonnay, Pinot Bianco, Pinot Nero. Flavors of poached apple, toasted brioche, lemon curd.
405 1998 Perle ______Ferrari 44.50 89 Medium-bodied, with good fruit and a lemon, butterscotch aftertaste. A lively bubbly.
414 NV Brut ‘Talento’______Rotari 38.00 415 Shows smooth vanilla richness and sweet tart finish. ______quarter bottle 13.50
416 NV Prosecco Brut ‘Garbel’ ______Adami 39.00 417 Well-balanced with a bit of the sweeter side of melon and citrus fruit. ______half bottle 21.50
418 NV Prosecco di Conegliano______Canella 41.00 88 419 A bubbly full of honeyed pear, cream notes and citrus fruit. ______quarter bottle 14.00 88
406 NV Prosecco di Conegliano Brut ______Zardetto 39.50 89 407 Light and crisp with gentle aromas and flavors of fresh fruits. ______quarter bottle 13.00 89
408 2012 Prosecco di Valdobbiadene ‘Primo Franco’ ______Nino Franco 51.00 92 Cream-textured expression of ripe peaches and mint in a medium-bodied rich style.
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Sweet Sparkling
410 2012 Moscato d'Asti ‘La Serra’ ______half bottle Marchesi di Gresy 23.00 89 Rich, fruity, melon and apple character. Medium-bodied, lightly sweet, slightly bubbly.
409 NV Brachetto d’Acqui ______Giulio Cocchi 43.00 Light bodied slightly sweet sparking rose, notes of strawberries and ripe red cherries.
401a 2014 Bigaro ______Perrone 43.00 Softly sweet blend of Moscato and Brachetto with delicate strawberry and raspberry touches.
404 2010 Moscato d’Asti ______Vino dei Fratelli 37.50 90 Fresh ripe pear, peach, frizzante, medium-bodied. Tingly green apple palate.
409a 2014 Moscato d’Asti ______Marcarini 42.50 90 The taste is pleasantly sweet and is smooth and rich with musky sensations typical of Moscato.
412 2012 Moscato d’Asti ______Massolino 46.00 92 It has citrus notes. It is sweet but not cloying, refreshing effervescence, long finish.
405a 2013 Moscato d’Asti ______half bottle Perrone 24.00 90 This slightly sweet sparkler offers perfect balance. Scents of fresh fruit. Luscious and long.
412a 2013 Moscato d’Asti ______Prunotto 42.00 Strawberries, peaches, tropical fruit and melon notes are balanced through the pleasurable finish.
411 2012 Moscato d’Asti ______Sarocco 40.00 90 Aromas of grapes are enhanced by crisp acidity, a light fizziness, and green apples on finish.
423 2012 Moscato d'Asti ‘Bricco Quaqlia’ ______La Spinetta 46.00 91 From the single vineyard, crisp, sparkling, delicately sweet, peach and pear flavors.
413 2013 Moscato d’Asti ‘Cascinetta’ ______Vietti 39.50 89 Delicately sweet and sparking with intense aromas of peaches, apricots and ginger.
Dessert Wines
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194b 2000 Recioto Valpolicella Classico, BG ______half bottle Bussola 54.50 Dense with a soft smell of raisins, plums and cherry. The fruit is fresh and balanced.
202 1998 Recioto Valpolicella Classico ‘Campo Casalin’ ______500 ml Castellani 83.50 91 Extracted flavors of macerated cherry, vanilla and mocha. Cherry note in the finish.
194c 2000 Recioto Valpolicella ‘Argille Bianche’ ______half bottle Sant’Antonio 59.00 Jammy dark fruit, chocolate and spices flow from its sweet long frame.
213b 2008 Dindarello ______half bottle Maculan 44.50 91 Aromas of flowers and honey. The light palate has a touch of Drambuie references.
194e 1999 Torcolato ______half bottle Maculan 48.00 92 Full bodied, great sweetness and acidity with a nose of honey, apricot, peach, almonds.
194d 2000 Vin Santo del Chianti ‘Lunanouva’ ______500 ml Monastero 68.00 90 Sweet palate with flavors of raisins and hints of sweet spices, clean and bright.
213a 1993 Vin Santo ______half bottle Monsanto 63.00 93 Flavors are sweet with fresh orange, caramel and roasted nuts, finishes long.
213c 2007 Ben Rye ______half bottle Donnafugata 57.00 94 Intensely rich and layered on the palate with seamless combination of tropical fruits.
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