Beaumont Des Crayeres

December 2012 

309 SE PINE Portland, OR 97214 503 230 1230 F R E N C H W I N E S CHAMPAGNE Beaumont des Crayeres NV BRUT – Grand Prestige 2004 ROSE – Fleur de Rosé NV Brut Grand Reserve 1.5L

: Wine Spectator Beaumont des Crayeres GRAND PRESTIGE BRUT: 90pts “Ripe apple and fresh ginger notes lead the way this firm, fresh Champagne. It’s frothy, and flavors of white peach and brioche push through on the subtle finish…”

SPARKLING WINES Franck Besson (Beaujolais, France) NV Dentelle, Méthode Traditionelle, Blanc de Noirs Brut (100% Gamay) Thierry et Muriel Fournier NV TMF Crémant de Bourgogne, “Cuvée F” (60% Pinot Noir 40%Chardonnay)

BURGUNDY Lucien Lardy 10/11 Beaujolais Villages 2010 Fleurie, “Les Roches” 2009 Moulin à Vent, “Les Thorins” 2010 Morgon, “Côte du Py” 10/11 Beaujolais Blanc – Chardonnay Pascal Aufranc 2010 Juliénas, “Les Cerisiers”

From the Wine Enthusiast: “ Despite its underlying richness, this is a very structured wine, solidly based on dry tannins and firm acidity. This texture, which is also given extra liveliness by its red cherry fruits, suggest a wine for aging over 2-3 yrs. 91pts

Les Frères Perroud 2009 Bourgogne Blanc

Domaine Francois Gay 2010 CHOREY les BEAUNE 2010 CHOREY les BEAUNE 1.5L 2010 ALOXE CORTON 2010 SAVIGNY les BEAUNE 2006 SAVIGNY les BEAUNE 2010 SAVIGNY les BEAUNE - Serpentières 2010 SAVIGNY les BEAUNE - Serpentières 1.5L 2010 LADOIX 2010 CORTON RENARDES

Pg. 2 Domaine Michel & Joanna Ecard 2010 SAVIGNY les BEAUNE “Vieilles Vignes” 2010 SAVIGNY les BEAUNE – Narbontons 2009 SAVIGNY les BEAUNE – Serpentieres Domaine Humbert 2010 BOURGOGNE ROUGE 2010 GEVREY CHAMBERTIN – Poissenots 1er Cru 08/10 GEVREY CHAMBERTIN – Vieilles Vignes

Aurelien Verdet

Verdet has grape contracts with growers in which he stipulates the criteria for the early part of the growing season. He then takes over the vineyard work in July and harvests and vinifies the grapes, then bottles the wines. The grapes are tended organically but not certified. Only his own Domaine Hautes Cotes de Nuits – Le Prieure is certified organic. Fruit is harvested manually and all the cuvees are vinified the same way: he uses minimal sulfur, vinifications are long – up to 30 days and his extraction is very gentle; there are very few pigeages. The wine is aged in oak, not exceeding 40% new every year – Tronçais and Vosges.

2010 BOURGOGNE ROUGE “En Luteniere” Oct 2008 HAUTES COTES de NUITS VILLAGES “Prieure” 2006 NUITS ST. GEORGES 1er Cru “Aux Boudots” 2006 GEVREY CHAMBERTIN A.C. 2008 GEVREY CHAMBERTIN A.C . 2008 CHAMBOLLE MUSIGNY A.C. 2006 CHAMBOLLE MUSIGNY A.C. 2004 VOSNE ROMANEE – Beaux Monts

Domaine Philippe Chavy 2010 BOURGOGNE BLANC 2010 PULIGNY MONTRACHET “Corvées des Vignes” 2010 MEURSAULT 2010 MEURSAULT – Narvaux

Philippe is driven grower who is determined to make his mark and produce noteworthy Burgundies. His cellars are located in Puligny Montrachet. The Bourgogne Chardonnay comes from grapes grown in Puligny. The wine shows a fine balance between oak and fruit, the palate is broad and flavorsome.

Domaine Seven Terroirs – Jean Claude Thevenet 2010 ST VERAN

Domaine Cedric & Patrice Martin 2010 St. Veran

Domaine Laurent Cognard 2010 MONTAGNY 1er Cru “Les Bassets” October

Following years as a wine consultant and then as a commercial agent for Billecart Salmon he returned home to Buxy permanently to take over his family’s vineyards – the produce of which had been hitherto delivered to the local cooperative. Currently, he tends 6 hectares. He has been revamping the vines and weaning them progressively onto an organic model involving much plowing to drive the roots deeper into the “terroir”. His flagship wine is the 1er Cru “Les Bassets” of which he has exclusive ownership of the upper portion which can only be sold as 1er Cru. Pg. 3

Dom. Gueugnon-Remond 2011 MACON CHARNAY

Domaine Tessier 2010 MEURSALUT – Les Charmes Dessus

Domaine Jean Claude Bachelet 2005 CHASSAGNE MONTRACHET – Les Macherelles 1er Cru 2006 CHASSAGNE MONTRACHEt – Les Macherelles 1er Cru 2006 CHASSAGNE MONTRACHET - Encegnières. 2006 ST. AUBIN BLANC – 1er Cru Champlots 2006 PULIGNY MONTRACHET A.C. Jean Claude Bachelet and his son Benoit operate from their neat, but tiny residence in Gamay near St. Aubin. Rather shy and unassuming they understand that great wine is made by producing great grapes. Consequently they spend a great deal of time on their tractors working the vineyards and paying meticulous care to the procedures of winemaking. St. Aubin is a specialty here, they produce three. The St. Aubin – Champlots 1er Cru is very attractive with its pineapple, tropical, creamy character. This vineyard has a high clay content. The Chassagne – Encegnieres is located just below Batard Montrachet. The other Chassagne – Les Macherelles, is located in the middle of Chassagne and displays a stony, flinty taste. 25% to 50% new oak depending on the vintage, 1er Cru or Grand Cru.

Domaine Thierry Laffay New Addition 2010 CHABLIS A.C. 2010 CHABLIS 1er Cru “Vaillons” “ One of the few producers to hand pick and undercrop in Chablis. The Chablis A.C. 2010is classic – dry, mineral laden, crisp and bursting with freshness and clarity of fruit.

Domaine Bautista – Tupinier 2008 MERCUREY 1er Cru “Les Velles” 2010 MERCUREY 1er Cru “Les Velles”

LOIRE VALLEY Domaine Cedric Bardin 2011 SANCERRE 2011 Pouilly Fumé

Domaine des Echardières 2009 LE BECASSOU (Gamay/Cabernet Franc) 2011 Sauvignon, Touraine Blanc Raymond Morin, Domaine du Landreau 2008 BOURGUEIL 2010 VOUVRAY – Demi Sec The Morin vineyard is located in the heart of the Côteaux du Layon region, south of the city of Angers, in the Loire Valley. It has been in the same family for 4 generations. Appealing nose of ripe raspberries, licorice and spices evolving into more ‘animal’ nuances. Pg. 4 BORDEAUX 2010 CHAT. MERCADE Rouge 2011 CHAT. MERCADE BLANC 2009 CHAT. HAUT MONTPEZAT – Côtes de Castillon

2009 CHAT. RECOUGNE – Bordeaux Superieur Located just outside of Fronsac, the vineyards are planted on a deep, gravelly bench, producing chewy red wines (75% Merlot and 25% Cabernet Franc). Despite not being aged in oak (exception the “Terra Recognita”) the wine does not seem to lack this influence. Lovely aromatics highlighted by cherried fruit, this wine is capable of aging beautifully despite its humble Bordeaux Superieur classification.

2010 CHAT. Haut Roudier

2009 CHAT. Bellegrave 2009 CHAT. HAUTS de PLAISANCE – Haut Medoc 2009 CHAT. SENILHAC DILHAC, Haut Medoc 2006 CHAT. VERNOUS – Medoc Cru Bourgeois Made from 60% Cabernet Sauvignon, 36% Merlot and 4% Cab. Franc. 2008 CHAT. MAYNE du CROS – Grave 2009 CHAT. MAYNE du CROS – Grave 2009 CHAT. SERGANT Lalande de Pomerol

2005 CHAT. MARCADIS Lalande de Pomerol

2005 CHAT. VAISINERIE - Puisseguin St. Emilion

2009 Chat. BOUTISSE – St. Emilion Grand Cru

This Chateau was purchased by the Milhade family in 1996. Their work has been to upgrade every aspect of this Chateau. Yields are kept low, the vineyard is hand- harvested, and a severe selection is made for the grand vin. Natural yeasts are used for the fermentation. The blend here is 70% Merlot, and 30% Cab. Sauvignon and Franc. 2005 CHAT. ST. GEORGES – Cote Pavie-St. Emilion 2009 CHAT. LYONNAT This Chateau is located in the northeast of Lusssac, a satellite of St. Emilion. The blend here is 70% Merlot, 15% Cabernet Sauvignon and 15% Cab. Franc.

The Wine Spectator Mar 31,2012 “Still quite youthfully toasty, with cocoa powder and espresso holding sway over dark plum and macerated currant fruit. The rich finish has the cocoa edge still in control,but the depth is there for this to come together. 91 pts

W h i t e B o r d e a u x 2010 CHAT. PAVILLON de BOYREIN – Graves This white Graves is made from approximately 60% Sauvignon, 40% Semillon. Honey, fig, waxy impressions together with minerality make this worthy of attention. Pg 5 RHONE Domaine de la Mavette 2010 COTES du RHONE 2010 VAUCLUSE BLANC (Blend – Bourbelenc, Clairette, Viognier, Grenache) 2009 GIGONDAS 2010 VAUCLUSE ROUGE – Vin de Pays (100% Grenache)

The Cotes du Rhone is produced from a blend of 65% Grenache, 25% Carignan, 5% Syrah and 5% Cinsault. The wine displays gorgeous notes of cinnamon, plums, black cherries and tobacco. The finish is persistent, with beautiful high toned notes of dried fruits that linger on the finish. Excellent value.

‘”Domaine Mavette is a family winery run by the third generation that issues what might be described as unusually ‘honest’ wines…the 2007 is a rich, supple, wonderfully scented red wine…the price is a bargain for the quality…” M.Kramer

The Gigondas is comprised of 65% Grenache, 25% Syrah, 5% Mourvedre and 5% Cinsault. Good weight and density here.

Domaine Chanssaud 2010 CHATEAUNEUF du PAPE 2009 CHATEAUNEUF du PAPE 375ML (24/case)_ SOUTHERN FRANCE Chateau Jougrand 2010 ST. CHINIAN (Carignan, Syrah, Mourvèdre)

The family Guiraud cultivates vines on 2 locations – Veyran and Causses. The estate is approx. 25 hectares of which 15 are currently planted. The vine has been grown on this land for over 2000 years. The varieties are Syrah, Carignan, Grenache and Mourvedre.

Chateau Villerembert-Moureau 2010 Minervois (Carignan, Syrah, Grenache) Villerembert-Moureau was acquired in 1926 and was one of the first vineyards to actually produce wines on the estate. Since the 1980’s, the owner Marceau Moureau has passed on his passion for wine to his 3 sons. Vinification: Carbonic maceration for the Carignan. Traditional maceration for the Grenache and Syrah. Chateau Margüi (Ecocert-Organic) 2011 ROSÉ – Coteaux Varois (Provence) 2009 COTEAUX VAROIS Rouge 2010 BLANC – Les Pierre Sauvages

Located in the AOC of Coteaux Varois en Provence, this revitalized chateau and its vineyards have been brought back to like so-to-speak with new owners Philippe and Marie Christine Guillanton. Literally abandoned since the 1970’s, the estate had a history of winemaking for centuries. The new owners bought the property in 2000 and began the renovation project that included vineyards, the chateau and a new winery facility. The Rosé which was accredited as “biologique” (Ecocert) in 2008, is made from Grenache and Cinsault. A white and red are also produced. The red is made from 80% Syrah and 20% Cabernet Sauvignon and the Blanc is Rolle and Ugni Blanc. Pg 6 Domaines Elie Sumeire 2011 ROSÉ – Château Coussin 2009 RESERVE de FAMILLE – Cezanne – 2007 CHATEAU MAUPAGUE The history of the Sumeire family has been linked with wine for more than five centuries. Located near the village of Trets near Aix en Provence at the foot of the Sainte Victoire Mountain, the family did extensive remodeling of cellars and replanting of vineyards during the 70’s and 80’s. The Rosé is made from 80% Grenache and 20% Cinsault . Chateau Maupague is one of the other estates the Sumeire family owns. The name ‘Maupague’ means giving little. The hillside vineyards are composed of clay and limestone. The wine is produced from Syrah, Mourvedre and Grenache. Expressive of terroir, the wine offers scents of black fruits and earth. The Blanc is made from Rolle, Clairette and Ugni Blanc.

Domaine Laidière 2009 BANDOL 2011 BANDOL Blanc 2011 BANDOL Rosé

Chateau Camplazens 2007 COTEAUX du LANGUEDOC “La Garrigue” 2009 SYRAH Peter and Susan Close (British) purchased this property a few years ago. Vineyards have had a long history in the area. One of three reds they produce the “La Garrigue” is made from 60% Syrah 30% Grenache, and 10% Carignane. Ageing is in French and American barrels.

Domaine St. Jean de L’Arbousier 2010 COTEAUX de LANGUEDOC

Domaine Rene Juliette 2011 PICPOUL de Pinet

Domaine Montmarin 2011 ROSÉ – Les Olivieres 2011 SAUVIGNON – Cotes de Thongue Domaine de Guillon 2011 COTES de GASCOGNE Beauvignac 2011 Viognier

Ch. La Bastide 2010 Corbières (Syrah, Grenache, Carignan) 2011 Corbières Blanc, (Roussane, Bourboulenc, Vermentino) Pg 7 I T A L I A N W I N E S Piedmont Cavallero 2010 BRACHETTO d’AQUI

Il Picollo 2011 GAVI (Gavi di Gavi)

The winery was founded by Lorenzo Picollo in 1945. Today his son Ernesto takes care of the winemaking and his grandson Gianlorenzo (a trained enologist) manages both the 9 hectares of vineyards and the administration. Their vineyards lie mostly in the Rovereto zone of production. They produce only Gavi, from the best commune – Gavi di Gavi. Excellent quality and consistency.

Luna dell Rospo 2009 BARBERA d’ASTI “Silente” Rapalino – Podere di Gallo (Monforte d’Alba) 2009 BARBERA d’ALBA – Pian Romualdo 2006 NEBBIOLO LANGHE Federico Rapalino is one of 3 owners of this prestigious vineyard, noted for the quality of its Barbera. His father bought the property in the sixties. At that time livestock inhabited the ground floor of the house and there were hazelnut trees and vines on the property. Rapalino’s first commercial vintage was 1997. He also makes small quantities of Dolcetto and Nebbiolo. The Barbera is aged in small botti, 18 HA in size. The Nebbiolo lies 300 yards outside the boundary for Barolo in the commune of Monforte.

Fiorenzo Nada 2010 DOLCETTO d’ALBA 2009 NEBBIOLO LANGHE 2006 BARBARESCO – Manzola 1.5Lt (wooden box) 2007 BARBARESCO – Manzola 2004 BARBARESCO – Rombone 2006 BARBARESCO – Rombone 2003 SEIFILE

Bruno Nada (his father is Fiorenzo) is in charge of the family production. His reputation is more known in Italy and Germany than here in the U.S. at this time. Maybe a good thing, since very limited quantities make their way to these shores. The Rombone 2004 received “3 glasses” from Gambero Rosso – the 3rd time this wine has received this coveted award. His other wines – Seifile consistently received 2 glasses, and his Dolcetto is worth seeking out. Then there is the stunning Nebbiolo Langhe…which will rival some Barbaresco!

Wine Advocate Oct 31,2006: “With his 2003 Barbaresco Rombone, Bruno Nada once again demonstrates that he belongs to the elite group of producers in the region. It is a deeply colored wine, with aromas of sweet toasted oak, menthol and spices that float our of the glass..This big Barbaresco is a perfect example of the powerful, full-throttle style shared by many of the best… Pg 8 Montaribaldi 2010 DOLCETTO d’ ALBA – Vagnona . 2009 TRE STELLE Langhe Rosso (Barbera,Nebbiolo and Dolc.) 2010 BARBERA d’ASTI – Consolina 2008 BARBERA d’ALBA – Du Gir 2006 BARBARESCO – Sori Montaribaldi 2006 BARBARESCO – Sori Montaribaldi (wood box) 1.5Lt 2005 BARBARESCO – Sori Montaribaldi (wood box) 3.0Lt 2009 BARBARESCO – Palazzina 2011 MOSCATO d’ASTI “Righey” 2010 ARNEIS “Capural” 2011 CHARDONNAY – La Stissa di Favole

In 1994 Luciano and Roberto Taliano took over the direction of their father’s business and began bottling the wine from the grapes produced in their family’s vineyards (in Barbaresco). The prestige of the winery rests with their 2 Barbareschi – the cru “Sori Montaribaldi” and their “Palazzina” which comes from a parcel in the Starderi cru in Nieve.

Reverdito Michele Revedito began his family’s commercial sales of wines from their holdings with the 2000 vintage. He has added several other Barolos since this time. Gambero Rosso gave Reverdito his 1st “Tre Bicchieri” wine with the 2004 Bricco Cogni which was just released this past year. Half of the production of this wine still remains and will undergo further aging until the year 2014. 2011 Nascetta, Bianco, Langhe 2009 DOLCETTO d’ALBA – Formica 2010 BARBERA d’ALBA 08/09 BARBERA d’ALBA – Butti 2009 NEBBIOLO d’ALBA Simane 2008 BAROLO………………………. 2006 BAROLO – Moncucco 2006 BAROLO – Bricco Cogni 2007 BAROLO – Castagni (formerly known as “Codane”) Giovanni Rocca (Monforte d’Alba) 2010 BARBERA d’ALBA 2009 BARBERA d’ALBA – Pian Romualdo 2010 NEBBIOLO d’ALBA 2006 BAROLO 2005 BAROLO – Bricco Ravera 2006 BAROLO – Bricco Ravera 2007 BAROLO – Mosconi Giovanni Rocca produced his first commercial vintage in 1972. Before his father sold the wine in bulk. In addition to the above selections he produces Dolcetto and a Barbera from Pian Romualdo (he is one of 3 owners of this prestigious vineyard). Also he produces a Barolo from the Mosconi vineyard. The basic Barolo is aged in botti, the Ravera in barriques (partially new and used).The cru Mosconi is the top wine –the pedigree here is beautifully displayed. Pg 9 Cascina Tiole (Monforte d’Alba) new producer 2007 BAROLO 2007 BAROLO – S. Stefano 2006 BAROLO – S. Stefano Punset (Neive) 2009 DOLCETTO d’ALBA 2010 BARBERA d’ALBA 2009 NEBBIOLO LANGHE 2006 BARBARESCO 2005 BARBARESCO – Campo Quadro 2005 BARBARESCO – Campo Quadro 1.5L Punset is located in the village of Nieve. The vineyards have been owned by the Marcarino family for many years. In the sixties Renzo Marcarino bottled the first wines from the property. Today, Marina Marcarino runs the winery and is one of a few female winemakers in Piedmont. An interesting note – Punset is the only winery in the area that was totally converted to the growth of vines with organic certified methods. Their “cru “ Barbaresco – Campo Quadro –occupies a hillside at 400 meters in altitude. A strict selection of the best grapes is made. Sixty percent of the wine is aged in French oak barrels and 40% in aged in double barriques. Production is approx. 600 cases per year. The Wine Spectator gave the 2000 vintage 93 pts. If you missed that vintage we would suggest not to miss this one!!

Note: The Barbarescoa 2007 received a score of “95” pts from the Wine Spectator. “ This concentrated, well-toned red is packed with cherry, plum, soy and spice aromas and flavors Round and balanced, with a sweet berry and mineral aftertaste. Really builds nicely, gaining elegance and intensity.

EMILIA ROMAGNA Tre Monti 2010 ALBANA di ROMAGNA 2011 SANGIOVESE di ROMAGNA “Campo Mezzo” 2008 SANGIOVESE di ROMAGNA RISERVA “Petrognane” 2008 THEA 2007 ALBANA PASSITO 6/ 500ML The Tre Monti winery was founded in the early 1960’s by Sergio Navacchia and his wife Thea. The early 1980’s represented a turning point for the winery as the primary objective was to reach quality levels unknown at that time in Romagna. This quest began in the vineyard – new vines and lower yields. Also, updating in the cellar was undertaken. Winemaking was overseen 1st by the very young Francesco Spagnolli in the early ‘80s, then Vittorio Giore and later Donato Lanati.

Duemilavini, the official annual wine guide of the Italian Association of Sommeliers has awarded again its highest honor – “Five Grappoli” to the Thea 2004. With this award Tre Monti has received the Tastevin ranking for having received the “Five Clusters” distinction ten times. This is the only winery from Emilia Romagna to have received this award.

TUSCANY

Faltognano 2008 CHIANTI MONTALBANA Riserva 2005 POGGIO dei FURIA (50% Syrah, 40% Merlot, 10% Sangiovese ) Pg 10 Pierazzuoli - Tenuta di Cantagallo/Tenuta Farnete 2011 CHIANTI Montalbano 2006 GIOVETO – Colli della Toscana Centrale (Sangiovese,Syrah,Merlot) 07/08 CARMIGNANO 2006 CARMIGNANO RISERVA The viticultural tradition of the Pierazzuoli family began when Enrico’s father bought Tenuta di Cantagallo in the Montalbano area. Due to a conflict with Gallo, Tenuta Pierazzuolo was used for the U.S. markt. Enrico assumed responsibility for the estate in the early 90’s. He also added (purchased) the Le Farnete property which produces Carmignano. The Wine Spectator: “Blackberry, meat and spice aromas lead to a full body, with velvety tannins and a long, caressing finish. Decadent yet balanced. 415cs 91pts

Mannucci-Droandi (Certified Organic- Colli Aretini and Gaiole) 2009 CHIANTI – Colli Aretini 2009 CHIANTI CLASSICO – Ceppeto 2006 CHIANTI CLASSICO RISERVA – Ceppeto 2003 VIN SANTO 375ML 2007 FOGLIA TONDA (an old indigenous Tuscan variety)

Roberto Droandi is a purist with respect to his approach. Located on the border of Siena and Arezzo, in a district called Mercatale Valdarno, Droandi’s first commercial bottling was with the 1998 vintage. The Chianti is made from approx. 90% Sangiovese together with a blend of indigenous varieties. The 2000 vintage saw his first “classico” from a vineyard he bought in Gaiole. The Riserva 2001 received 4-stars from Decanter.

Casaloste (Panzano)- (Organic) 2009 CHIANTI CLASSICO 2004 CHIANTI CLASSICO RISERVA 2001 CHIANTI CLASS. RIS. “DON VINCENZO” Owner Giovanni Battista d’Orsini has developed a solid reputation for his wine. Located in the Panzano township, he produces three Chiantis – two of which are produced from 100% Sangiovese, the normale has 10% Merlot in the blend. Giovanni follows a sustainable approach in the vineyards. Good terroir expression is a common thread in all three wines. Note: The winery employs exclusively organic methods of farming as certified by I.C.E.A. Wine Spectator – Oct. 31, 2009 90pts Chianti Classico 2007: Round, full and fruity, offering berry, cappuccino, violet and berries. Well-integrated tannins and balanced acidity give a long, balanced finish.

Podere Capaccia (Radda) 2007 CHIANTI CLASSICO 2001 RISERVA FAMIGLIA I.G.T. (100% Sangiovese)

Le Trame – Podere Le Boncie (Castelnuvo Berardenga) 2008 CHIANTI CLASSICO – Castelnuovo Berardenga Giovanna Morgante produces a very traditional Classico made from Sangiovese, Colorino, Ciliegiolo and Foglia Tonda. Goblet trained vines and high density planting are some of the practices here. She makes 1 wine from her tiny vineyard which is located in a corner of the San Felice estate. Her annual production is approximately 1200 cases. Her father (Enzo Morganti) was the visionary at San Felice for 20 plus years. Pg 11

Castello della Paneretta (Barbarina Val D’Elsa) 08/09 CHIANTI CLASSICO 2006 CHIANTI CLASSICO RISERVA – Torre a Destra 2007 CHIANTI CLASSICO RISERVA 2005 TERRINE 2003 TERRINE (Sangiovese/Canaiolo) 3-Litre 1.5Lt 2004 VIN SANTO 375ML Paneretta is a 900 year old property that was purchased by Fabio Albisetti in the mid 1980’s. A substantial investment was made in the cellar, castle and vineyards. The commitment was directed to achieving the highest level of quality. Recently, noted enologist Nicolo d’Afflitto (who also works at Ornellaia) was hired (2006). From Matt Kramer’s book Making Sense of Italy : “One of the most underrated estates in Chianti Classico perhaps even in all of Italy…Paneretta is one of Chianti’s greatest properties.

Decanter Magazine: Paneretta Chianti Classico Riserva 2006 – Gold Medal Award

San Felice (Castelnuovo Berardenga) 2009 CHIANTI CLASSICO 2008 CHIANTI CLASSICO Riserva “Il Grigio” 2008 CHIANTI CLASSICO Riserva “Il Grigio”, 1.5L 3L 2010 CONTRADA 2006 “POGGIO ROSSO” – Chianti Classico, Riserva 2007 PUGNITELLO 2007 VIGORELLO I.G.T. (Cabernet Sauvingon/Merlot) 04/05 VIN SANTO 375ml Campogiovanni 2010 ROSSO di MONTALCINO 2007 BRUNELLO di MONTALCINO Wine Advocate, April 2012 92pts “The 2007 Brunello di Montalcino Campogiovanni is a huge wine bursting with dark red cherries, plums, licorice, new leather and spices. This is an especially big, voluminous style built on extroverted fruit and sheer richness, but it all works…”

Il Perolla 2010 ROSSO Toscano, MAREMMA (Sangiovese,Cabernet, Merlot and Ciliegiolo) 2011 VERMENTINO MAREMMA Talosa 2010 ROSSO di MONTEPULCIANO (85% Sangiovese, 15% Merlot 2008 VINO NOBILE di MONTEPULCIANO 2007 VINO NOBILE di MONTEPULCIANO “Filai Lunghi” Angelo Jacorossi bought the estate in 1972. It was one of the first wineries in Montepulciano to undertake the quest for fine quality. Mocali 2007 BRUNELLO di MONTALCINO . 2007 BRUNELLO di MONTALCINO – Vigna Raunate 2010 ROSSO di MONTALCINO This estate has belonged to the Ciacci family since the 1950’s. Today Tiziano Ciacci runs the winery and has made improvements both in the cellars and vineyards. Noted enologist Vittorio Fiore is the consultant here. The Brunello is aged in small botti and some barrique. The single vineyard – “Raunate” is aged exclusively in barrique. “ The vineyards enjoy the advantage of a stupendous location, a well- ventillated site on what amounts to a terrace at 350-400 meters elevation, overlooking the entire area of the church of Santa Restituta…” Gambero Rosso 2008 pg. 12 Fanti 2010 ROSSO di MONTALCINO 2010 SANT’ANTIMO 2007 BRUNELLO di MONTALCINO 750ml 2007 BRUNELLO di MONTALCINO 1.5LT 2005 BRUNELLO di MONTALCINO Gualdo del Re 2010 VALENTINA (100% Vermentino) 2009 VAL di CORNIA – Eliseo 2008 VAL di CORNIA (100% Sangiovese) We were first introduced to this property in 2004 in Verona. Their basic level red, the Eliseo, is made from 80% Sangiovese and 20% Canaiolo. The Val di Cornia offers good purity and an attractive fruit profile. The white, named after their daughter Valentina, is an excellent example of Vermentino showing its trademark minerality. From Gambero Rosso: “Nico Rosso has cut yields in the vineyards, and changed the cellar procedures, so that the richness of the fruit is preserved. Crucial to this change of approach has been the technical input from the young, highly competent, technical consultant, Barbara Tamburini.”

Giusti & Zanza 2010 NEMORINO ROSSO (Sangiovese, Sryah,Merlot) 2011 NEMORINO BIANCO (Semillon and Trebbiano) 2007 DULCAMARA (70% Cabernet Sauvignon 30% Merlot) 2004 DULCAMARA 3 LITRE

Fattoria Sorbaiano 2001 MONTESCUDAIO ROSSO “Rosso delle Miniere” The flagship wine from this winery…the DOC is Montescudaio. The wine is produced from 60% Sangiovese, 30% Cab.Franc and 10% Malvasia Nera.

Tenute Guicciardini Strozzi 2011 VERNACCIA di SAN GIMIGNANO One of the original producers of this wine.

Tenuta Roccaccia 2007 CAVALLUCIO (100% Ciliegiolo) UMBRIA

Girasoli – Gritti 2009 CA ANDREA (Sangiovese, Canaiolo, Merlot) Barbi 2011 ORVIETO CLASSICO – Secco

Several generations are involved with this respected producer which dates to 1932. Their production consists of Orvieto in addition to several reds. The entry level Orvieto is produced from the classic varieties: Procanico, Grechetto, Verdello Drupeggio and Malvasia. Dry and crisp, with its distinct taste that is delicately fruited with a hint of almond on the finish. Pg 13 FRIULI Tenuta Blasig 2011 PINOT GRIGIO – Isonzo 2009 FRIULANO – Isonzo 2009 CHARDONNAY – Isonzo 2009 MERLOT – Isonzo This small Friulian property is one of the oldest (if not the oldest) winery in Friuli that has remained in the same family. It was founded by Domenico Blasig in 1788 at Ronchi dei Legionari. Five generations of winemakers cover 220 years in their history Today the winery is run by Elisabetta Bortolotto Sarcinelli. The wine production is directed by enologist Erica Orlandino, who worked at Ronco del Gnemiz and Vigna del Leon previously. Annual production is approx. 8,000 cases

Az.Ag. Branko 2011 PINOT GRIGIO – Collio 2010 CHARDONNAY – Collio 2011 FRIULANO – Collio The first vintage from Igor Erzetic that we imported was 1999. We were fortunate to have jumped on the band wagon at the time as his wines have become allocated due to their small production and Igo’s growing reputation, fueled by 3 consecutive “tre bicchieri” awards for his Pinot Grigio.

PETRUCCO 2010 PINOT GRIGIO – Colli Orientale 2010 FRIULANO – Colli Orientale 2010 SAUVIGNON – Colli Orientale The present owners, Lina and Paolo Petrucco bought this winery in 1981. They are located in the hilly commune of Buttrio, in the Colli Orientale zone of production. Together with the “Collio” DOC, the “Colli Orientale” zone is considered to be the best terroir for Friuli wines. Petrucco’s climate is composed of Eocene marl known locally as “ponca” (thousands of years ago marine deposits contributed to this particular soil). The whites all possess a mineral quality to greater and lesser degrees.

Several years ago the owners hired Gianni Menotti, a noted enologist in the area (Villa Russiz) to assist with their wines

Anselmi - Zellina

Azienda Agricola Anselmi is located in the Latisana DOC zone of Friuli, an area that was already known for its fine wines at the time of ancient Rome. The estate was established by the Anselmi family in the 1920’s. They have passed down their experience through 3 generations of children and grandchildren. The “Zellina” label is their “value” range.

2010 PINOT GRIGIO -Anselmi – (Grave del Friuli) 2011 FRIULANO 2011 PINOT GRIGIO – Zellina 2010 PINOT BIANCO –Zellina

Grandi & Gabana 2010 PINOT GRIGO - Latisana 2010 BIANCO dello STELLO (Malvasia/Friulano blend) 2009 THEOR (Refosco, Cabernet Franc) 2010 REFOSCO Pg 14 TRENTINO – ALTO ADIGE Pravis (Trentino) 2011 PINOT GRIGIO 2011 PINOT GRIGIO – POLIN 08/10 MERLOT 2007 STRAVINO di STRAVINO (Kerner,Riesling,Croce Manzone,Sauvignon,Chard) 2011 NOSIOLA “Le Frate” 2009 NEGRARA “Vigneti delle Dolomiti” 2009 FRATAGRANDE – Cabernet Sauvignon 2002 ARELE – Vino Santo (made from Nosiola) 375ml The Pravis winery is located in the small village of Lasino among the picturesque Dolomites, absolutely stunning alpine country. There are three owners who began this winery 35 years ago. Domenico Pedrini oversees the wine production (he attended enological school with Jermann). Domenico is not afraid to take chances, creating unusual wines such as Stravino. The common thread for all the wines is that they are clean, well made and very expressive of their varietal heritage. Maybe the most esoteric is their Stravino which is comprised of 5 varieties and aged in acacia wood. The single vineyard Pinot Grigio – Polin – with its slight copperish color is “Pinot Grigio with an attitude” – less than 500cs produced. For afficianodos of the more esoteric varieties, Nosiola “Le Frate” is well worth a try. This is the wine of which Domenico is the most proud.

LOMBARDY Provenza 2011 LUGANA – Ca Maiol 2010 LUGANA – Ca Molin 2011 CHIARETTO (rosato) 2010 GARDA ROSSO (Gropello, Marzemino, Sangiovese,Barbera) 2009 NEGRESCO NV SEBASTIEN Brut Spumante NV SEBASTIEN Brut Rose Spumante This family run winery is owned by Fabio and Patrizia Contatto. Their family’s origins are from Provence. Fabio’s father moved to Lake Garda in the late sixties. The list of wines from this estate offer a range of variety. From the Trebbiano-based Lugana (a different clone than the Tuscan variety, called “Turbiana” by the locals). Chiaretto, the rosato, is made from 4 red grape varieties: Sangiovese, Barbera, Groppello and Marzemino. The Negresco is also made from these same varietals with stricter selection and aging in barriques, with only a small percentage being new. The “Ca Molin” 2009 differs from past vintage in that it now does not receive any barrique aging. Richer, it has more definition than the regular “Ca Maiol” bottling. Sertoli Salis 2009 BACCALITT (made from 85% Nebbiolo and 15% Pinot Noir) 2006 CAPO di TERRA 2005 CORTE della MERIDIANA RISERVA 2005 CANUA – SFORZATO 2011 TORRE della SIRENA (White – from Rossola, Pignola and Nebbiolo)

Utilizing old enological techniques particular to the area, this producer in the Valtellina is rapidly gaining attention for the quality of their wines, which are made from Nebbiolo. Steeply terraced vineyards which translate into hard work is only the beginning of the story here. Low yields and the use of an old technique referred to as rinforzo (strengthening the wine) is used in the production of the Corte della Meridiana. A portion of the grapes (15-20%) are left to dry until late fall when they are added to the other wine which initiates a second fermentation. This gives added richness. Their top wine – Canua – is made from 100% dried grapes and is referred to as ‘Sforzato’. The 97,99 and 2000 vintages received ‘Three glasses’ from Gambero Rosso. The white wine – Torre della Sirena – made from pink colored grapes, with light pressing, is very distinct. The blend is made from Rossola and Pignola . Pg 15 Veneto Clara C NV PROSECCO Extra Dry 92/40-/7.70 po NV ROSE BRUT The “C” stands for Carpene - a historical name in the world of Prosecco. Clara Carpene is the great granddaughter of the man who first decided to make this wine and started the production of Prosecco. She is the daughter of Antonio Carpene who invented Prosecco as a commercial business in the 1940’s.

Tenuta Col Vendrame 2011 PROSECCO Valdobbiadene D.O.C.G. Brut

Althea NV PROSECCO Valdobiaddene D.O.C.G. Brut Althea – pronounced: All-tay-ah- is produced by the Drusian family who is a highly regarded producer. This label is by the daughter Marika for wine produced from her part of the property. Very stylish and elegant on the palate, nicely defined fruit and breed.

Vaona 2011 VALPOLICELLA CLASSICO 2009 VALPOLICELLA RIPASSO “Pegrandi” 07/08 CASTAROTO – Verona Rosso IGT 2007 AMARONE - Paverno 2006 AMARONE – Pegrandi 2005 AMARONE RISERVA – Pegrandi limited Representing the next generation…Alberto Vaona has taken over the family winery and he is making great progress, he says “I was born in the vineyard with a pruning knife in my hand”. Very seldom does one see such consistent quality in each wine. And yes, the Amarone, especially the Pegrandi is exceptional. For something unusual and quite distinct – try the Castaroto. It is made from all indigenous varieties – that include Corvina (in the largest percentage) together with Oseleto, Rabosa and Cabrusina. Total production here is approx. 4500 cases per year. That’s small.

Marches/Abruzzo Fratelli Barba 2007 Vignafranca (100% Montepulciano – 3 Bicchieri award for 06/07) April The winery is located in Scerne di Pineto, at the foot of the Colle Morino hills with 30 hectares of vineyards. The Barba family is made up of 3 brothers. The present winery was completed in 1991. Equipped with the latest technology. The 2006 and 2007 received “Tre Bicchieri” awards from Gambero Rosso 2007 Vignafranca: “…everyone agreeing on the caressing Vignafranca 2007 and its well-defined, stylish notes. The full, commanding palate is also superbly vibrant and balanced…” Piergiovanni Giusti 2009 LACRIMA di MORO d’ALBA 2008 RUBBJANO – Lacrima di Morro d’Alba They do not come any more esoteric than this! From a variety so ancient in the Marche that its origins remain a mystery. Lacrima di Morro d’Alba earned DOC status in 1985.

Piergiovanni Giusti is carrying on his father’s work, who was one of a few who brought this variety back into production from near extinction. New cellars, technologically up-to-date, together with the aid of enologist Giancarlo Soverchia, a specialist in the traditional grapes of the Marche has gained attention for this winery. The 2010 follows a number of excellent vintages - it has a most particular nose, scents of honeysuckle, rose petals and tropical notes. Very distinct! pg 16 Lanari 2010 ROSSO CONERO 2007 ROSSO CONERO – D’Inclite 2007 FIBBIO – Conero DOCG Riserva

Gambero Rosso 2005 “Monte Conero is not geologically uniform. White and pink calcareous flakes give way to lower Pleistocen lake-floor clays and sandstones. This variegated structure is reflected in differences in the areas and wineries throughout the denomination, even when they are contiguous. At Lanari, in the heart of the parco del Conero, we find wines showing richly structured nose and palate, and fruit that is always perfectly ripened and well integrated with the oak. Giancarlo Soverchia, a consummate expert, oversees both vineyard and cellar operations, and has brought growth across the whole line. The winery style can be defined as consistency of quality and balance, which they have achieved even in difficult years such as 2002.”

Wine Advocate: “Lanari’s 2007 Conero Riserva Fibbio, the estate’s top wine, is 100% Montepulciano. Layers of perfumed dark red fruit meld together seamlessly, followed by hints of tar,licorice, minerals and scorched earth, all of which add a dimension of darkness. It is rich and extroverted yet also wonderfully balanced and totally harmonious….impressive from start to finish….92pts

Saladini Pilastri 2009 ROSSO PICENO – Montetinello 2007 ROSSO PICENO – Monteprandone 2006 PREGIO del CONTE (Montepulciano and Aglianico)

Saladini Pilastri is under the direction of agronomist Domenico D’Angelo and winemaker Alberto Antonini. The wines have reached a noteworthy level of quality. The “Montetinello” is made from 70% Montepulciano and 30% Sangiovese. Ageing is for 18 months in tonneau (5HL barrels) of which half are new. The “Montraprandone” is the same blend as the above, but aged in barriques – half of which are new.

Fattoria Laila 2011 VERDICCHIO r 2010 ROSSO PICENO CAMPANIA Torricino 2011 GRECO di TUFO 2009 FALANGHINA

From WINE EXPO – Robert Rogness: “Stefano di Marzo has dedicated his very existence to one thing: staying out ot the way of Mother nature as she sings ancient songs in Neopolitan dialect from the sides of his ancient family vineyards in Tufo.”

Puglia CALOSM 2007 IACCO (Primitivo) Pg 17 Calabria Ippolito 2010 CIRO ROSSO – Liber Pater 07/08 CIRO Rosso– COLLI MANCUSO RISERVA 2011 CIRO ROSATO, Mabilia 1996 RIPE del FALCO 2011 CIRO BIANCO, Res Dei (100% Greco) 2006 Gemma Del Sole Passito (100% Greco) 500ml The Ippolito winery was established in 1845 and is the oldest cantina in the zone. Today’s generation is the fifth. Gaglioppo is an indigenous grape that is responsible for all but one of their red wines. The basic Ciro, “Liber Pater” receives some aging in botti. The Colli Mancuso receives more wood aging which includes some tonneau and barrique. Lastly the Ripe del Falco their flagship wine is aged for 2 years in oak then 5-6 years in tank before bottling.

SICILY Benanti 2009 ROSSO VERZELLA 80% Nerello Mascalese and 20% Nerello Cappuccio – ½ yr old barriques 2005 ROVITELLO 80% Nerello Mascalese and 20% Nerello Cappuccio, new barriques. 2004 LAMOREMIO Produced from one-third Nero d’Avola, Nerello Mascalese and Cabernet Sauvignon. 2010 BIANCO di CASELLE (100% Carricante) 2007 PIETRAMARINA (100% Carricante) If you have an interest in Sicilian wines, and in particular, to indigenous varieties, this is a producer to explore. Dr. Giuseppe Benanti has conducted in depth research on the indigenous varieties of Sicily with respect to the microclimates and soils of Etna. In 1988 Dr. Benanti began his commitment to making flagship wines in the Etnean region. His great-grandfather began making wines in the area in the late 1800’s. Originally, the family came from Sardinia. The Rovitello and Lamoremio are exemplary wines. The basic red – Rosso Verzella – offers exceptional drinking, very stylish, elegant delivery. The two white wines – Bianco di Caselle and Pietramarina – are both made from the indigenous Carricante grape. The Pietramarina, (the current vintage is 2007), is not released until 4 years after the vintage. No wood aging, the wine is very distinct, the finish is lingering. Three glass winner In addition, the Benanti winery was voted Gambero Rosso’s 2007 Winery of the Year.

Az. Ag. Curto 09/10 Nero d’Avola “Eloro” At the end of the 16th century, the Curto family moved to Spaccafrono where ancient documents indicate their status as landowners. The Curtos have been viticulturists since 1670 and they still own 200 hectares of which 30 are planted to grapes. Towards the end of the 20th century the estate began to seriously focus on winemaking. Newly planted vineyards together with a modern cellar make the future promising for this winery. This Nero d’Avola from the DOC of Eloro is near Pachino which has the reputation for the best Nero d’Avola.

O L I V E O I L Le Farnete 2011 Extra Virgin Olive oil (Tuscany) 500ML case 6/500ml Castello della Paneretta 2010 EXTRA VIRGIN OLIVE OIL 500ML