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Italian Month! SEPTEMBER Wine has literally been a part of the Tuscan civilization for over 3,000 years. From the time the ancient Etruscans settled in the gentle rolling hills of Tuscany, and wine production have been an important element of everyday life and indeed was even considered to be mystical.

Tuscany is a much larger region than many people realize and it encompasses many different wine regions and climate types. The one thing most regions have in common is the selection of grape . In general, is the dominant red and is the dominant white varietal.

Located in central along the Tyrrhenian coast, Tuscany is home to some of the world’s most notable wine regions such as , , and Maremma.

Tuscany – Colline Pisane Tenuta Di Ghizzano (57474) 2010 WA 90 pts. Front Line case price $168 1 Case price $144 best bottle $12 Special September Rip- 1cs=$12 (no bill & holds)

Colline Pisane comprises a range of gently rolling hills southeast of Pisa, none higher than 200 meters. Once covered by the sea, the sandy-limy-clay soil of Pliocene origin is very rich in fossil shells. Ghizzano’s 20-hectare (48-acre) estate is certified organic by Suolo e Salute; and all will be certified USDA organic beginning with the 2010 . Since 2006, biodynamic principles are also employed.

Il Ghizzano is an easy drinking wine, perfect for everyday consumption, but incredibly rich in personality and fruit. There are velvety berry notes on the nose – cherry and blackberry – with hints of warm spice. It is perfect for any occasion, from a light lunch to a festive dinner. Tuscany - Chianti

Campobello Chianti Riserva (19494) 2008 Front Line Case price $80.00 Special September 1 Case price $64.00 best bottle $5.33

Campobello was created by the Opici family to offer consumers one of Italy’s most popular wines at an excellent value. The wines embody the esteemed traditions of Italian and those of Opici Wines. Long-established relationships with distinguised Tuscan growers provide consistency amongst this line year after year.

Chianti Riserva possesses a brilliant, ruby color, violets and strawberries in the nose, and a dry, fruity, harmonious taste with a pleasant finish. It is vinified to be enjoyed young.

Villa Chianti Classico Riserva (30509) 2010 6pk WS 88 pts. Front Line case price $168.00 1 Case price $156.00 best bottle $26.00 Special September Rip 1cs=$24 (no bill & holds)

The new Antinori Chianti Classico Cellars in Bargino, in the Chianti Classico area, are the place where this wine ferments and ages. As the Antinori family likes to say: the new is “the home” of the Villa Antinori Chianti Classico Riserva.

The inaugural release of the 2010 Villa Chianti Classico Riserva is intense ruby red in color with fruit and spice aromas. Light touches from the aging underscore the cherry and red berry notes that are typical of the Sangiovese grape. The wine’s flavors are harmonious on the palate with tan- nins that are balanced and ripe. The lingering finish is vibrant with a pleasing minerality, which is typical of Chianti Classico.

Luiano Chianti Classico (41364) 2011 Front Line case price $140.00 1 Case price $128.00 best bottle $10.67 Special September Rip -1cs=$10 (no bill & holds)

With a rich history as an ancient fortress and wine roots that extend back to the ninth century, Luiano is one of the most prestigious estates of the Upper Chianti Classico Region. Home to some of the most renowned families of Florence during the Middle Ages, the property has belonged to the Palombo family since 1959.

Vinified in stainless steel, the wine is aged in both stainless steel and oak and then cellared in bottle. This bold wine boasts aromas of raspberry and cherry intermingled with violet flower and tea leaves. Luiano Chianti is the perfect accompaniment to traditional Tuscan dishes like pappa di pomodoro or crostini al fegato. Tuscany – Bolgheri Guado al Tasso IL Bruciato - , & (14016) 2011 6pk Front Line $130.00 1 Case price $126.00 best bottle $21.00 Special September Rip –1cs=$18 (no bill & holds)

The Guado al Tasso estate is located near Bolgheri on the Tuscan coast, 96 kilometers (60 miles) to the southwest of Florence. The 300 hectares (750 acres) planted to on the property are in the center of the so-called” Bolgheri amphitheater”: rolling hillsides which surround a splendid plain which slopes gently towards the sea and create a micro-climate with unique characteristics.

The name Il Bruciato means “burned.” This wine is named after a wooded area on the Guado al Tasso estate that was destroyed by a famous fire in the early 1900s. Il Bruciato has great intensity and offers aromas of red berry fruit sweet spice. On the palate, the wine is rich and full in flavor and structure and has a long and persistent finish.

Tuscany - Maremma Monteverro Terra Di Monteverro IGT - Cab, Cab Franc, Merlot, (53236) 2009 6pk WA “92” WS “91” & WE “92” Front Line price $280.00 bottle price $46.67 Special September Rip –1cs=$50 (no bill & holds)

Planted on steep slopes in southern Tuscany’s Maremma appellation, Monteverro’s vines thrive on the area’s proximity to the sea and its accompanying microclimate. The ’s soil is rich in minerals due to its mix of red clay and eroded stones -- a unique , which is reflected in the wines.

Monteverro is committed to creating iconic wines of superior quality. The team is meticulous in its winemaking process, from harvesting the grapes by hand to implementing the most state-of-the art methods and tools. Principe Corsini Birillo Rosso Maremma Toscana IGT (63309) 2009 92 pts Front Line price $ 176 1 Case price $144 best bottle $12 Special September Rip 1cs=$12 (no bill & holds)

Tenuta Marsiliana was acquired by the Corsini family in 1886, one of the oldest and most noble families of Tuscany. In 1995, Duccio Corsini planted 10 hectares of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot at Tenuta Marsiliana, on the property’s sand, silt and clay soils. The Marsiliana estate extends over nearly 3,000 hectares, and includes a vast landscape of woods, streams, fields, groves and vineyards. As his ancestor Tommaso Corsini before him, Duccio has redefined the estate, producing wines of power, robust with good structure and longevity.

Deep ruby red color with some blue highlights. -like nose with light notes of black- berries, blueberries, black pepper and hints of savory herbs. Fresh fruit, medium bodied, firm tannins and a touch of the sea. Pairs beautifully with roasted meat dishes as well as a variety of cheeses such as Gruyere, sharp cheddar, and Parmigiano Reggiano. Fattoria di Magliano Sprawled across 90 hectares, Fattoria di Magliano is a new winery founded in 1997 by former shoemaker Agostino Lenci, he immediately began planting vines and building a modern winemaking facility, concentrating on producing wines of the finest quality.

Winemaker Graziana Grassini, alongside consultant Roberto Da Valle, works in a 1500 square meter cellar to create extraordinary wines. The tasting room and bottling center are located on the top floor above ground, while the vinifi- cation and -rooms are underground to maintain ideal ageing conditions.

After a 10 year education in chemical sciences, it is not easy to disengage from the scientific and rely on the senses to create a wine; however, Graziana quickly realized the necessity. A wine must be created in the vineyard, the only contribution a lab can have is to perfect any minor flaws. In addition to running two labs in Tuscany authorized by the Italian Ministry of Political Agriculture for certification of wines destined for export, Graziana has been a con- sultant for various throughout Italy. “To see the creation of a wine through to the end is like falling in love,” she says.

Magliano Heba (22806) 2010 Front Line price $ 152 1 Case price $132 best bottle $11 Special September Rip 1cs=$12 (no bill & holds)

Heba was the ancient Greek name for the town of Magliano used by the Etruscans. The label depicts an Etruscan painting found in the area. On the nose, Heba possesses fragrant aromas of red berries. It is fresh and expressive on the palate, with fruity flavors of red and black berries. Well-balanced and structured with smooth, sweet tannins rounding out the finish by creating a soft mouth feel.

Magliano Sinarra 6pk (22846) Front Line price $ 92 1 Case price $80 best bottle $13.33 Special September Rip 1cs=$6 (no bill & holds)

Local dialect for “story-telling,” Sinarra tells a story with every sip. The perfect conversation-starter, the label displays the Etruscan alphabet, the basis of any story. A fruity bouquet with hints of violet fills the nose. On the palate, Sinarra is persistent with intense flavors of red berries and black cherries and a smooth, velvety texture. Umbria Umbria is a land locked hilly region in the central part of Italy. It is known primarily for production. It is often called Italy’s “Green Heart” because of the rich amount of agriculture in the region. Umbria is Italy’s fourth- smallest region and produces only a third as much wine as Tuscany, but is undergoing a period of exciting change as Umbrian wines become more known and respected on the world scene.

Bramito Del Cervo IGT – (11048) 2011 6pk Front Line Case price $84.00 1 Case price $66.00 best bottle $11.00 Special September Rip 1cs=$6 (no bill & holds)

The Castello della Sala, a fundamental edifice of the Umbrian Middle Ages is, at the same time, an innovative estate: the old and the new which coexist in the name of quality. Aging takes place in small of French oak in the medieval cellars 30 meters (100 feet) below the castle, cellars which go back to fourteenth century and where time seems to have stood still; in the vineyards, however, experimentation goes constantly forward. Continually searching for margins for improvement, for wines constantly higher quality and greater subtlety, new cellars began to built in 2005, twenty years after the production of the first vintage of Cervaro.

This 100% chardonnay is produced from grapes grown in Umbria on the estate Castello della Sala, which the Antinori family purchased in 1940.

It is a brilliant yellow with green highlights, this wine offers a fresh and complex bouquet with buttery notes and hints of vanilla. The wine is well-structured and elegant with a thread of min- erality. The wine finishes with fresh fruit flavors laced with a delicate hint of oak.

Puglia Puglia is “the heel” of the boot of peninsular Italy. It is bordered by both the Adriatic and Ionian Seas, giving it one of the longest coastlines of any region in Italy. The flagship red grape of Puglia is Primitivo, a distant cousin of California’s grape. The wines made with Primitivo are luscious, heavy and definitely “food wines”.

Tormaresca is the expression of the above two souls. Character, personality and top quality are the characteristics that Puglia transmits to the native grape varieties. For this reason the Antinori family gave birth to Tormaresca in 1998 when they started investing in Puglia, considering it one of the most promising regions in Italy for the produc- tion of high quality wines with a strong territorial identity.

Tormaresca Chardonnay (29259) 2011 Front Line case price $108.00 1 Case price $84.00 bottle price $7.00 Special September Rip 1cs=$12 (no bill & holds)

This Chardonnay offers fresh notes of white flowers, thyme and orange peel. Fresh and crisp, with fresh fruit flavors and a hint of minerality. This wine is a blend of 90% chardonnay and 10% .

Tormaresca Neprica IGT (, Primitivo & Cab Sauv) (29219) 2011 Front Line case price $108.00 1 Case price $78.00 best bottle $6.50 Special September Rip 1cs=$12 (no bill & holds)

This bold Southern Italian red is comprised of 40% Negroamaro, 30% Primitivo and 30% Cabernet Sauvignon. Intense ruby red in color with violet hues. Fragrant aromas of black cherry and soft violet notes on the nose, complemented by hints of red fruit. Soft and flavorful on the palate with balanced acidity and round tannins.

Tormaresca Torcicoda (29616) 2011 6pk WA “BEST VALUE & 90 Case price $80.00 Bottle price $13.34 Special September Rip 1cs=$12 (no bill & holds)

Masseria Maime stands in one of the most beautiful areas of Salento. Our estate covers 500 hectares and, apart from the 250 hectares cultivated with vineyards and the 85 hectares destined to olive yards, it runs along the Adriatic coast, creating a unique landscape of vineyards that are born in woods and pine forests and continue until the eye can reach, merging with the sea.

The Torcicoda is produced entirely from Primitivo grapes grown on the Masseria Maime estate, owned by Antinori in San Pietro Vernotico, Salento. Primitivo is a clonal relation to Americas Zinfandel and shares some of the same rich, ripe, elegant expression on the palate. Veneto The Veneto region is a gem of a region in the northeast corner of Italy. Bound on the west by Lake Garda, and on the north by the Veneto Dolomites, the landscape of the Veneto is rich and varied. The region is protected from the harsh northern European climate by the , the foothills of which form the Veneto’s northern extremes. These cooler climes are well-suited to white varieties like (the main grape for wines) while the warmer Adriatic coastal plains and river valleys are where the renowned , and Bardolino DOC reds are produced.

San Giuseppe Chicco D’Uva 6pk (47946) Front Line case price $80 bottle price $13.34 Special September Rip- 1cs=$15 (no bill & holds)

Chicco (one berry) d’ (of) Uva (grape) simply describes the character of this premium . While the taste is singular there could be up to six types of grapes blended to achieve this quality. Imagine Cabernet, Merlot, Carmenere, , , grapes grown in North Italy, along the coast of Lake Garda, where the micro climate brings these grapes to full maturity. These grapes are vinified separately, by an Italian winemaker trained in Australia, barrel aged and blended by an American pallet. Trentino – Alto Adige As the name suggests, the Trentino–Alto Adige is comprised of two separate areas. Trento refers to the southern part of the region and its capital is Trentino. The name Alto Adige identifies the northern territory of the region that includes the higher part of the Adige River. The region follows the Adige River along its north-south course down from the Alps towards the plains, winding past various valleys and lakes. Across its 40-mile length, the region straddles the 46th northern parallel and the valley floor falls from 700ft to 400ft above sea-level. Given Trentino’s high altitude, northern latitude and alpine scenery, it comes as a surprise to many to find that the provincial capital Trento is one of Italy’s warmest cities in summer. The valley floor here heats up rapidly on summer mornings, regularly lifting July temperatures to 104F.

Although more red wines are produced in this area than white wines, the red are consumed locally and most of the whites are exported.

La Vis Simboli (43784) Front Line case price $100 bottle price $8.33 1 Case price $92 bottle price $7.67 3 Case price $88 bottle price $7.33 Special September Rip- 1cs=$15 (no bill & holds)

Has a straw-yellow color with greenish hues, the aroma is dry with the typical notes of candied fruit and carob. Sapid, fruity and pleasantly acidic on the palate, its distinctive characteristics are more evident and pleasing after a few months of refining in the bottle.

La Vis Ritratti Pinot Grigio (57556) Front Line case price $144 1 Case price $136 bottle price $11.33 3 Case price $132 bottle price $11.00 Special September Rip- 1cs=$15 (no bill & holds)

Pinot Grigio has been cultivated in Trentino for many years. Bright yellow with lightly golden tones, Pinot Grigio “Ritratti” has an intense nose with ripe yellow fruit notes reminiscent of peach and apricot and tending towards an almost tropical fragrance.

The palate is full in both body and flavor, delicately smooth yet with a bold structure, bringing balance and long-lasting taste, enhanced by a refined fruity aftertaste.

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