5oth Anniversary 1969 - 2019 We warmly invite you to taste the essential terroir of Friuli in our wines. It is our solemn promise to never cut corners, and to capture the full heart of Fantinel in every bottle.

Marco Fantinel 3rd Generation Winemaker

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Hand-Harvested. Family-owned. Earth-Friendly. A Superstar from the Heart of Provence August Wine Group au·gust [aw-guhst] (adj.) Inspiring reverence or admiration; of supreme dignity or grandeur; majestic: an august performance of a drama. August Wine Group is a wine company specializing in the import, distribution, education and sales of high-quality wines of distinct character from Italy, France, the broader Mediterranean, and South America. We support small, environmentally responsible growers, and exceptional winemaking from world-class producers in both well-established and up-and-coming wine regions.

At August Wine Group, we believe that every great wine has an equally great story to tell. That is why we take special care in communicating all aspects of what makes our wines unique: its flavor, style, history, location, and the men and women who make it. Our wines are comprised of two distinct portfolios – Small Vineyards and Cornerstone.

Cornerstone Our Cornerstone Portfolio is comprised of exceptional, inspiring wine brands that are produced by some of the greatest wine companies in the world, including Bocelli from Italy, Fabre en Provence from France, Rotkappchen-Mumm from Germany, Navarro Correas from Argentina, and many more. Each brand is highly unique, volumetric by nature, and built from the ground up to provide strong market appeal and value to our clients. Many of the brands are innovative and pioneering, designed to both satisfy a specific market demand and elicit the joy that only a great wine can bring. As the name implies, Cornerstone wines are a fundamental part of our business, day in and day out.

Small Vineyards At Small Vineyards, we search all over the Mediterranean and South America for the best small production wines being made today. Why? Because we believe—after tasting thousands of wines— that the very best consistently come from small estates. If you think about it, it’s a lot easier to make a great meal for 5 people than for 500, and winemaking is no different. That is why we tell our clients up front—with our Small Vineyards gold seal on the bottle—that you’re holding a small batch wine from a family-owned estate, that you will be proud to serve. In working with small, family-owned estates we are not just ensuring that the wine is fantastic, but we are working to protect a way of life that has been preserved through generations.

Why Small? 1. Every grape is actually picked by hand, and only the ripest grapes get made into wine. 2. Our estates use sustainable growing methods to make earth-friendly wines, year-in and year-out. 3. By importing wines from family vineyards, we are helping to protect unique grape , winemaking styles and preserve a special way of life.

About Our Gold Seal The Small Vineyards Gold Discovery Seal is on the front of every bottle that meets our exacting “Small Vineyards” standards. This helps to identify our quality small production wines as the best hand-harvested, family-owned, earth-friendly estates in the Mediterranean.

On the cover: Introducing: Navarro Correas - page 12, Coming soon: SPRIZZERÍ - page 19

2 European Estate Partners

Vienna

AUSTRIA Weingut Frank

Fantinel SLOVENIA

Giocato Sprizzerí Edi Simcic La Perlina CROATIA Lovo Monte Tondo Giuseppe Lonardi BOSNIA Provence (FRANCE) AND Poderi Elia HERZEGOVINA Curto Marchetti SERBIA Marseille Poggio Vignoso Bocelli Le Rote Cantina Altarocca Podere Ciona La Quercia MONTENEGRO Fabre en Provence Brunelli Antonio Sanguineti Perazetta MACEDONIA

ALBANIA Macedon/ Jordanov

Verso Salento GREECE

Palamá

3 Fantinel

5oth Anniversary 1969 - 2019

Third-generation family winery founded in 1969 Largest producer and private holder of vineyards in the venerated region of Friuli Venezia-Giulia Distinctive growing sites in Collio, Collio Orientali and Grave Recognized around the world as a leader in the production of premium Prosecco, Pinot Grigio and other classic wines of the region Sold in more than 90 countries around the world Recently, Fantinel Prosecco was ranked the No. 1 on-premise wine brand in the United Kingdom

History - As a restauranteur and hotelier Today - The 3rd generation, led by Marco in the Friuli region of Northeast Italy, Paron and Stefano, are passionately at the helm Mario Fantinel was in love with local food of the family business. They manage 300 and wine. He soon realized his calling was hectares of prestigious vineyards in the to make world-class wines with his own Friuli, Collio and Colli Orientali DOC regions. two hands. So in 1969, he acquired his first Marco Fantinel and his family produces vineyards in Spilimbergo in the Prosecco transcendent wines in a style that has two DOC. Soon his children picked up the hallmark characteristics: luxurious and mantel of vintner, and over time, the family local. strategically acquired vineyard land in the region’s premier appellations.

The wines are luxurious, because they cut no corners in their viticulture: every nuance, every detail is gently coaxed from the fruit, then meticulously crafted in the cellar to offer a visceral, sensuous experience. The wines are local, because the family specializes in indigenous varietals, made in a classic, yet clean and modern-style that allows the land to speak. Nowhere else but Friuli could these grande vini come from — they are a true expression of the provincial terroir.

4 Tenuta Sant' Helena

Key Wine Pinot Grigio Floral notes mingle with almonds and Aroma walnuts Vibrant medium-bodied white wine, dry Palate with a slight touch of tannins Blend 100% Pinot Grigio Winery Vineyards - Within the gorgeous frame of the vineyards in Vencòò-Dolegna del Specific micro-climate combine with Collio, a few steps from the boundary with Slovenia, Tenuta Sant’Helena stands Unique careful clonal selection and indigenous out. The 30 hectare vineyard is situated 200 meters high in the hills of Dolegna del Sales varieties resulting in superior expression Collio. The mild climate is created due to the shelter provided by the Julian Alps to the Proposition of Friulian wines. north and the proximity of the Adriatic Sea to the south. The ancient sandstone and marl soils from the Eocene period create a magnificent environment for slow grape Location DOC Collio - Estate in Vencò (GO) ripening and complexity. Climate Mild climate due to shadow of Julian Cellar – The remarkable attention to detail that the grapes receive in the vineyard Alps and proximity to Adriatic Sea continues once the fruit arrives in the cellar. In a process best described as “meticulous, Soil Marly sandstones (Eocene origin) yet flexible”, Marco Fantinel carefully examines what nature has provided, then begins crafting highly individual, visceral wines that speak to each and every site, every year. Cold maceration is used for all white wine fermentation, capturing the delicate aromas of the fruit. For the reds, a light raisining is often employed, enriching the wines with compelling personality and structure. This is how wines with intriguing aromas, robust and embracing body and astonishing aging potential are created. Estate - The winery artfully combines a rare microclimate with focused clonal research and careful selection of the best grapes. Special attention is paid to the Wines - Venko – Collio Rosso, Refosco Dal Peduncoio Rosso, Friulano, Ribolla Gialla, indigenous Friulian varieties. Limited production allows the winery to embrace the Pinto Grigio, Sauvignon, Frontiere – Collio Bianco, special characteristics of the Collio region

Fantinel

Key Wine Prosecco Extra-Dry DOC Aroma Delicate floral tones on the nose Highly pleasing elegant wine with a Palate persistent bead. Full of nuances of floral and a soft, velvety mouthfeel Blend 100% Estate - In the upper plain of Friuli Grave, Fantinel vineyards stretch as far as the Winery eye can see, ensconced on all sides by the Alps, primeval trees and the Adriatic Sea. Fantinel Spumanti are offered in all their The winery combines cutting-edge research and technology with eco-sustainable Unique elegance of persistent perlage, intense viticulture. One of the innovative technologies used includes a gentle fertilization- Sales aromas and tempting flavours which irrigation system that naturally ensures optimum plant health, while reducing long- Proposition make them perfect for special occasions term impact on the environment. The estate’s red and white wines are intense and rich in local personality. The sparkling wines produced on the estate are recognized Location DOC Prosecco - Estate in Tauriano around the world for their intense minerality and luxurious expression in the glass. The stony soils and pronounced diurnal temperature variations between night and Climate Cool day allow the ideal conditions to grow grapes for sparkling wines. Gravelly, alluvian soil with excellent Soil drainage Vineyards - The vineyards in Tauriano di Spilimbergo are situated in the upper plain of the province of Pordenone, just below the Dolomite Mountains. The Dolomites protect the vineyard from the cold northern currents while the influence of the Adriatic Sea and the characteristic gravelly soil of alluvial origin, create an ideal viticulture landscape. Wines - Spumanti - Prosecco Extra-Dry DOC, One & Only Prosecco Brut DOC The selection of the best grapes, gentle crushing and careful vinification at constantly Vintage, One & Only Rosé Brut, Ribolla Gialla Brut, Cuvée Prestige Brut, Borgo Tesis controlled temperature allows the winery to preserve all the characteristics that - Pinot Grigio, , Cabernet Sauvignon, Friulano, Sauvignon, Refosco dal Fantinel wines are know for: distinctive typicity, rich structure, multi-layered aromatic Peduncolo, Rosso, , , Verduzzo Friulano Dolce complexity and lively freshness.

5 Bocelli

Key Wine Prosecco Aroma Bright citrus, lemon peel, wet basalt Lively, fresh bubbles, terrific minerality, Palate with long, salty, refreshing finish Blend 100% Glera Winery Unique Centuries of Bocelli winemakers are now Estate - Located in Lajatico, Tuscany near Pisa, the vineyards are 250 meters high, Sales continued by world-famous tenor Andrea with excellent sun exposure and ventilation from the sea. Surrounded by medieval Proposition Bocelli and his brother Alberto forests, the vines are perched on a ridge between two wide, meandering rivers with sandy, pebble-strewn soil. The oldest Sangiovese vines are 70+ years, which grow Location Lajatico, Tuscany alongside classic Tuscan “field varietals” such as Canaiolo, Nera, and Climate Mediterranean Colorino. In 2000, the family did an extensive soil analysis, and discovered exceptional conditions for Cabernet Sauvignon. Given their proximity to Bolgheri, it is no surprise Soil Sandy, pebbly that they have found such great success. It is an inspired expression of local terroir. Vineyards - The family owns 20 hectares, where they produce their coveted, small-production estate wines. Via long-term contracts, Andrea and Alberto also make wines in close concert with friends to produce a broader range of everyday selections History - In the early 1700’s, Bartolomeo Bocelli settled on the Tuscan land that within the Bocelli Family Wines collection. All vineyards are hand-harvested, with low would become the Bocelli family estate. In 1831, Bartolomeo’s great-great grandson, yields that average one bottle per plant. Gasparo Bocelli, formally purchased the land and began to craft wines that the family still makes today. Cellar – The cellar has been updated and modernized over the past ten years, and still resides on the original family farm. The total production of Bocelli Family Wines Today - Seven generations after Gasparo purchased the property, Alberto and is approximately 50,000 cases annually, with 80% imported into the United States. Andrea Bocelli run the family winery. They have revolutionized the vineyards and cellar, and poured their passions into transforming their family farm into a world- Wines - “Alcide” Rosso Toscano IGT, “In Canto” Rosso Toscano IGT, “Terre di class winery. The brothers are deeply committed to their heritage; to make their father ‘Sandro” Rosso Toscano IGT, Sangiovese di Toscana IGT, ”Operetta” Pinot Grigio del and grandfather proud; and to leave their next generation with a jewel in the heart Veneto DOC, Prosecco DOC, Tenor Red Rosso Toscano IGT of Tuscany. Fabre en Provence FRANCE Key Wine Côtes de Provence Rose Paris Aroma Violets, rose water and lavender Bright, racy and juicy, with touch of Palate raspberry Provence 40% Black Grenache, 40% Syrah and Blend 20% Cinsault Winery Unique Sales France’s #1 selling Estate-Grown Roses Proposition Estate - The family owns three estates. They are located in different areas of Location Provence Provence, each with very different terroir. When blended together the characteristics of the different vineyards combine to add complexity and finesse to the final blend. Climate Mediterranean As a testament to their dedication to quality, the Fabre family harvests their grapes at night to preserve fruit integrity. Soil The soils very dramatically between vineyards Vineyards - Each vineyard is very unique. The Pierrefeu vineyard is inland with calcareous soils that impart a lovely spiciness and Provence’s world-class acidity. The La Londe vineyard is located in a cool seaside area which tends to provide History - Since the 1st century A.D., wine has been produced on the land now characteristics of rose petals and sea salt. The Hyres vineyard is noted for its sandstone owned by the Fabre family, and in 1594, the wines were presented at the Court of King soils and Mistral winds and its beautifully structures wines. Henri IV, who showed his appreciation by gifting a timeless row of plane trees still on the property. Cellar – Working in an immaculate, cool cellar, the grapes are pressed and stored separately by . Every effort is made to preserve the delicate aromas and finesse, Today - The Fabre family has carefully acquired exceptional growing sites in the while capturing the power of the sun-ripened fruit. The winery produces 300,000 flourishing region, and now have the largest family-run estate in Southern France. cases of which 20,000 cases are exported to the US. Most proudly, they are the largest producer of cru classé rosé – the “best of the best” – with two of Provence’s coveted eighteen cru classé designations bearing their crest. Wines - Côtes de Provence Rose, Cru Classé

6 Giocato

Key Wine Pinot Grigio Aroma Green apple, acacia flower and almonds Tropical aromas and laser precise Palate minerality Blend 100% Pinot Grigio Winery

History - Giocato, which refers to “playing” in Italian, is an elite collection of Unique From the same microclimate as Collio in “everyday” wines created by Aleks Simčič of the Edi Simčič winery. As a friendly dare Sales Friuli at half the cost back in 2010, we asked Aleks if he could make a highly affordable Pinot Grigio using Proposition the same meticulous standards he uses for his cult-status estate wines. He laughed Location Goriška Brda and said, “why not? I’ll just play around and see what happens”, and – voila! – Giocato was born. Working with neighbor-growers that have tiny farms (2-3 hectares each Climate Continental Climate on average), Aleks makes the Giocato wines at the local cooperative, which has the capacity and technology to do a great job. We’re happy to say, the wines have been Soil Limestone and Tufo extremely well-received by clients and just as importantly, very helpful to the growers! Today - The Simčič family is very proud of their appellation, Goriška Brda; and coordinated as though they came from a single estate, but have the benefits of a genuinely excited to introduce the world to its extraordinary terroir. If you ask Italians considerably diverse ecosystem of locations. where the best white wines in Italy come from, a most common answer is Friuli. If you Vineyards - AAll of the vineyards for Giocato come from in and around the Simčič ask people in Friuli, they will say go east – to Collio Orientali. And if you ask the folks winery, which is just across the border from the world-famous Collio Orientali del in Colli Orientali, they will point east – just over the border at neighboring Slovenia, Friuli region of Italy. All of the grapes for these wines are hand-picked; and although which shares the same meso-climate, but has Southwest facing slopes at considerably non-certified, are essentially organically farmed and non-irrigated. The soil type is higher altitude. The result is a superior wine zone in an area that has a fraction of the commonly called “tufo” and is a clay-based composition that stays remarkably cool in production costs. Now, more consumers are able to enjoy the unique characteristics hot weather, promoting a longer growing season and greater complexity in the wines. and discover the incredible quality-to-price ratio that this wonderland delivers. Cellar – Total wine production for the Giocato brand is approximately 30,000 cases, Estate - As winemaker for Giocato, Aleks works closely with the growers in his with 90% being imported into the United States. area, maximizing the characteristics of each site, and making critical fruit selections based on the vintage. The planting, vineyard management and harvesting are all Wines - Pinot Grigio, Chardonnay, La Perlina

Key Wine Moscato Bright acacia flowers and fragrance of Aroma honeycomb Intense pear, peach and spice flavors Palate with vivacious bubbles Blend 100% Moscato Bianco Winery Made by award-winning Moscato Unique producer Salvatore Lovo, and is an IGT Today - Salvatore Lovo now carries on his family’s tradition of producing wines Sales produced in the heart of Fior d’Arancio, that are exceptionally clean, fresh, and accessible, with intense minerality and local Proposition one of only four DOCG appellations for character. His wife Rita and their daughter Silvia are deeply involved in all aspects Moscato in Italy. of the business. They focus on classic varietals of North-Central Italy, but maintain a special fondness for Moscato. They are serious about this “playful” wine. Location Colli Euganei, Veneto Estate - This is a highly modernized estate, with a world-class winemaking facility, Climate Moderate continental perfect for producing finicky, transparent white wines that would otherwise show every blemish. And yet, the sense of Lovo family tradition is palpable, and their Soil Clay and Volcanic Rock attention to detail as they blend old and new is a delight to behold. As the owner of one of Italy’s most successful mobile bottling companies, Salvatore counts scores of small producers as his friends, and they have helped him hone his craft like a well- traveled chef that cooks with other greats every night. History - La Perlina, or “little pearl”, is made in honor of the Mediterranean sea- faring myths of old, when beautiful mermaids beckoned to sailors from a foamy, Vineyards - 32 hectares. The Lovo family produces Moscato IGT, Fior d’Arancio bright-blue sea. The “little pearls” also refer to the perlage, or small bubbles in this Moscato DOCG, Prosecco DOC, Cabernet, but they also produce such rare Italian gems beautiful Moscato. Traditionally, the area of Colli Euganei near Padua has been famous as, Pinello, Serprino, Trebbianella, , and others. The vine density is for Moscato Fior d’Arancio, one of Italy’s greatest expressions of the varietal. Nestled up to 7,000 vines per hectare! in the foothills of the Alps, the estate is protected from the harsh weather patterns of continental Europe. Located in the central part of the Veneto, the winemaking Cellar – The winery produces approximately 16,000 cases annually with 3,000 cases represents a transition between the varieties and styles of NE Italy (Friuli) and NW imported into the United States. Italy (Piedmont), and allows for exceptionally fresh, bright white wines.. Wines - La Perlina Moscato Veneto IGT

7 Macedon MACEDONIA Key Wine Skopje Macedon Pinot Noir Aroma Red fruit and roses Elegance yet an enormous depth of Palate power Blend 95% Pinot Noir 5% Vranec History - Macedonia, the “cross-roads of the ancient world” and birthplace to Winery Alexander the Great, was once part of Hellenic-period Greece, and likely the place where human beings first cultivated wine. Numerous archeological findings date Unique A modern winery reinvigorating winemaking in the area back to the 5th century B.C.. Near the sea, dry and breezy, the Sales ancient vineyards in the “birthplace vineyards of Tikves, Macedonia are the crowning glory of the gentle Voras Mountain Proposition of wine” range. The region has always had remarkable advantages for making high quality Location Stobi, Tikves, Macedonia wines, but it suffered decline over several decades due to social and political upheaval, economic decline under the communist governments, and a collapse in the wine Influence by both Mediterranean and market that led to a lack of funding and expertise. In 2007, one of the most famous Climate Continental climates families in Macedonia, the Jordanovs, created the Stobi winery with the essential purpose of restoring honor to their historic winemaking region. Soil Clay Today - The Stobi winery is the newest, most modern, state-of-the-art winery in Macedonia. Although it is young in years, Mr. Jordanov has spared no expense in his quest to establish Macedonia in the minds of the oenophile world: with solar-powered Vineyards - The vineyard area is a geological wonder, lying directly beneath the lighting, gravity-racking, and the best equipment and expertise available today, the very place where the warm Mediterranean climate front from the south clashes foundation has been established for Stobi to be a formidable European winery for headlong with the cold Continental front from the north. The result is virtually no rain, the enduring future. It also houses a Michelin-quality restaurant on the property, naturally limiting grape yields due to the vines’ extreme reliance on deep water tables. specializing in gourmet local cuisine and, of course, expertly paired with Macedon. The panorama is beautiful, surrounded by mountains, forest, and three ancient lakes. Estate - The estate is a spectacular 360° farm, growing everything from wheat to Cellar – A modern state-of-the-art winery established in 2007. The winery produces tomatoes to vitis vinifera. The vines extend approximately 550 hectares, and are dry- approximately 300,000 cases per year, with 15,000 cases imported into the United States. farmed. All of the grapes for Macedon come from estate-grown fruit. The winery is located in the middle of the Tikves wine district, the gold-standard for wine zones in Macedonia. Wines - Pinot Noir, Cabernet Sauvignon

Verso

Key Wine Verso Rosso Salento Aroma Dark cherry and blackberry A sweet round palate with cherry and Palate spice 60% Negroamaro, 35% Primitivo, 5% Blend Malvasia Nera Winery Unique Puglian winery using historic Northern gently coax out the otherworldly aromas of the Negroamaro and Primitivo, Alessandro Sales Italian winemaking traditions has also employed the traditional Veneto method used in Amarone of ‘appassimento’, or Proposition drying grapes, in his vinification of Verso. This creates a wine with enriched body and Location Puglia aromatic palate, while maintaining an excellent balance of acidity and tannins. Climate Mediterranean Estate - – The vineyard is 120 hectares, and located on the Salento Peninsula in Puglia. The area is surrounded on three sides by both the Adriatic and Ionian seas. It Soil Predominantly Clay is a spectacular site with a small house on the property which the family has owned for three generations. The cellar is located in Fossalta, Veneto. It’s a modern beauty, optimized for maximum quality. It is here where the most delicate aspects of the History - With original plantings brought to Puglia by the ancient Greeks, Italy’s winemaking and bottling are completed. “heel of the boot” is one of the most storied and prolific wine growing regions in the Vineyards - The vineyards are between 200 – 350 meters in altitude. The area world. This attracted Carlo Botter, who began the family wine business in 1928 in the has near year-round sun, with its long, hot summers tamed by the persistent Veneto, and thereafter expanded the family vineyard holdings to Puglia in the Salento Mediterranean breezes. The soils are predominately red sand and clay, but several appellation. Verso is a blend of classic Pugliese varietals, and made by his grandson, other unique soil types are scattered throughout the property, and result in subtle Alessandro Botter. nuances in each variety. All the grapes are estate grown and hand harvested. Today - Today, the winery is still run by the Botter family, with Carlo’s two sons and Cellar – The current wine cellar was built in 1976, and houses the latest in three grandsons at the helm. With a distinctly northern Italian approach to winemaking winemaking technology from Italy, France, and Germany. Total wine production is – ie., low yields, maximum quality, and elegance above all – Alessandro Botter has approximately 35,000 cases, with 20% imported into the United States. brought this same paradigm to Puglia, and is now crafting wines of terrific expression and nuance in a land known often for sheer power and ‘melodrama’ in its wines. To Wines - Verso Rosso Salento IGT

8 OUR SUMMER SEASON TREASURE-HUNT IS ON!

EVERY SPRING we get excited to present our Many of these gems are latest warm-weather brand new to the U.S., wine discoveries. and/or only available seasonally. Check ‘em out!

Fantinel: Italy’s “Local, Luxury” Estate is now NEW FOR 2019: part of August Wine Group! Bocelli: A gorgeous new old-vine Chardonnay from the “First Family” of Tuscany! Tenuta S. Helena: A fabulously geeky terroir estate from Friuli! Barbanera: Italian Winery of Year from Luca BARBANERA Maroni offers a 94 Point Nero di Troia!! … and Much More!

9 Martoccia di Luca Brunelli

Key Wine Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Aroma Dark cherry, black tea & rosemary Dark black fruits with significant Palate mid-palate and long finish Blend 100% Sangiovese Grosso Winery History - For years, Mauro Brunelli worked long days, tilling the soils of Biondi Unique Rags to riches story of field-hand Santi, producer of the “original Brunello”, dreaming of owning his Brunello estate. Sales becoming one of top quality Had he lived in another less storied and expensive region, that dream would have Proposition producers in Montalcino not been so far-fetched. But he grew up in Montalcino, home to some of Italy’s most Location Tuscany, Italy precious (and expensive!) vineyard land. Little by little, he scraped and saved, denying himself nearly every comfort. Significant sun exposure, SW Finally in 1996, after 20 years, he had enough money to buy a small plot of land he Climate facing vineyards on the hill protect could call his own. He immediately set about training its old vines, replanting some, wneyards from cold norther winds and building a cellar. He put his son Luca to work, too; teaching him the family vocation of winemaking. Soil Remarkable fossil presence Today - Within a decade, Brunelli Brunello would garner rave reviews from neighbors, fellow winemakers, and journalists around the world. Today, it is one of the in stone, guarantees excellent permeability and consequent drainage of rainwater. All most respected boutique wineries in all of Tuscany. The wines truly are a testament to grapes are hand harvested, and – due to one or two “green harvests” per year -- have the Brunelli character, and to their remarkable land. exceptionally low yields. Estate - The property covers 20 hectares of land, of which eight are vineyards, and Cellar – 100% estate grown fruit. Expertly crafted by Luca and Mauro Brunelli. six are registered as Brunello di Montalcino DOCG. Gorgeous olive groves and forest They follow every phase of production from the vinification to the ageing process cover the remainder of the property. with great passion, a guarantee of its quality and authenticity. Total wine production approximately 5,300 cases, with about 30% imported into the United States. Vineyards - At an altitude of about 250 meters, the vines extend over the coveted southwest side of Montalcino, where they are exposed to the sun for the entire length Wines - Brunello di Montalcino Riserva DOCG, Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Rosso of the day. Similarly, they are protected from the cold northern winds. The land, rich di Montalcino DOC, Poggio Apricale IGT, Chianti DOCG Curto

Key Wine La Foia Barolo DOCG Elegant and approachable, the fruits are Aroma lush, ripe and concentrated Beautifully balanced acids, tannins and Palate fruits of dark cherry, truffles, roses and tar Blend 100% Nebbiolo Winery Unique Sales A woman learns at the hand of a master, Today - Nadia came away from her experience with Altare a new woman; and Proposition forges her own path ready to make wine with the Curto name on it. Her father embraced her, and their new vision, enthusiastically. Nadia now produces exceptional Barolo, fulfilling her Location Piedmonte, Italy dreams of honoring her family name, and garnering acclaim from around the world. Climate Continental Even today, her father Marco (80) and mother Adele (75) work beside her in the vineyards, taking great pride in what their family has accomplished. Soil Marneus Estate - Located in the hamlet of Annunziata where small, hard-harvested, quality- driven wineries thrive, with 300 people and 30 different cellars all producing their History - The area where the Curto vineyards are today were devastated after own wines. The vineyards are essentially (non-certified) organic. They use natural WWII. In putting the pieces back together, many of the resident farmers began with a products and pheromone traps for insects instead of sulfites or chemicals. fresh perspective and new technologies, and consequently, to understand the world- class wine their land was capable of producing. The Curto family had always been Vineyards - 4 hectares, 100% estate-grown and hand harvested fruit. They use winegrowers and managers of their vineyards, but had sold the fruit. When Nadia ancient clones in their vineyards to plant new vines; and have planted new vines Curto urged her father, Marco, to make and bottle wine with their family name on it, between old vines to increase density while maintaining complexity. he resisted. He knew to make Barolo is perhaps the most difficult wine in the world Cellar – Under her uncle’s guidance, Nadia learned how to make wine organically; to perfect. It is mercurial, and moody; the grapes are thin-skinned and tannic; and the to use as natural of processes as possible, even minimizing traditional filtering by wines take years to develop fully. But Nadia persisted; she worked alongside him in the using little-known methods of thermo-shock. Curto’s wines cut a razor’s edge between fields, long hard days in the scorching sun, talking to him; persuading him; earning traditional and modern. Their pedigree is classic; but the wines are very approachable, his respect. Then, a little miracle: her uncle, the legendary Barolo producer Elio Altare, and can be enjoyed relatively soon. Total wine production is approximately 1,750 invited her to work for him; to learn the specialized skills of their craft. She leapt at the cases with 20% being imported into the United States. chance; and he taught her a library of knowledge. Wines - “La Foia” Barolo DOCG, “Arborina” Barolo DOCG

10 La Quercia

Key Wine Montepulciano Aroma Layers of dark fruit and spice Lush mid palate with a classic old Palate world finish Blend 100% Montepulciano Winery Unique History - Antonio Lamona is the winemaker for La Quercia. His family had been Sales Organically grown with yields growing grapes in province of Chieti in the southern region of Abruzzo for many Proposition reduced to one bottle per plant. years. Antonio was the first in his family to make the bold decision to leverage their expertise in the vineyards and with wine-growing and expand that to bottling and Location Abruzzo selling their own wines. Antonio has a great vision of the future and in a sense has been ahead of his time. Back when there was no environmental wine growing Climate Mediterranean movement Antonio was firmly committed to sustainable farming and organic wine as early as the late sixties. Soil Mixed Clay Today - The winery today is entirely self-sustaining: besides the outstanding wine they produce their own salami, bread, vegetables, olive oil and cheese. The region is Vineyards - 12 hectares of hillside vineyards. The vineyards are all organic and small and remote and the area continues to be sparsely populated with classic salt of receive 300 days of sun a year with constant breezes from the Adriatic. The vineyards the earth farmers and their families. The key to producing quality wine for Antonio are precisely farmed and each vine is scaled back to a point where they only on is the commitment to constantly scaling back. He works in the vineyards daily paying bottle per plant. enormous attention to not only every row but every vine. Cellar – All grapes are hand-picked and pressed within two hours of harvest. Total Estate - The estate in Southern Abruzzo is stunning in its beauty. It is wedged on production of the winery is approximately 21,000 cases with 15,000 cases imported hillsides in a corridor between 9,000 foot mountains on one side and the blue Adriatic into the US. Sea on the other side. The area is remote and rugged with ideal terroir for growing excellent varietals especially Montepulciano. Wines - Montepulciano d’Abruzzo DOC, Aglianico IGT

Antonio Sanguineti

Key Wine Nessun Dorma IGT Aroma Floral and elegant Forest floor truffles with ripe cherry & Palate blackberry preserves 50% Sangiovese. 30% Merlot Blend 20% Syrah Winery Today - In 1999, Antonio took all the knowledge and expertise he had gained Antonio sources the different varietals through working at his family winery as well as his years of winery consulting Unique from specific locations in Tuscany to and decided to purchase his own vineyard. Today, Antonio co-owns four different Sales make the best wine. Sangiovese from vineyards in various locations around Tuscany. His unique experiences have given Proposition Montalbana, Merlot from Grosseto and him the understanding that having different vineyards in four distinct micro-climates Syrah from Livorno. would allow “Il Maestro” the full color palette he needed to craft his masterpieces. Location Tuscany, Italy Estate - People who know understand that excellent wines start in the vineyard, and for Antonio, that is his guiding principle. In choosing locations for his winemaking, Climate Southern Tuscan with 300 days of sun he sought out the most advantageous areas of Tuscany, including 3 hectares in and breezes from Turinan Sea Gavorrano, 1 hectare in Montelupo, 10 hectares in Montenero and 1 hectare in Montalcino. Along the way, he surmised that he could make great wines with like- Soil Medio impasto minded partners who own and maintain their own cellars. In return, he would focus his resources into the vineyards and in quality regimens. Vineyards - 15 hectares in various locations. All 4 vineyards have distinct micro History - Upon the birth of Antonio, Gianluigi Sanguineti decided that instead of climates. The one common climatic characteristic are the persistent breezes that buying his wife a diamond he would buy her a vineyard. You could say Antonio’s cool and dry each vineyard; some from the mountains, and others from the sea. lifelong connection to Tuscan winemaking truly started the day he was born. “Ventilation is paramount to quality,” he says. Antonio’s first harvest was at eight and the first wine he made was at 17 as his family began exporting their Chianti to the U.S. Antonio worked with the family winery until Cellar – The total production is approximately 5,500 cases annually with 4,500 he was 26, when he decided to step out on his own. Prior to his first vineyard, Antonio cases imported into the U.S. used his passion and knowledge to help friends and colleagues improve their own Wines - Chianti DOCG, Nessun Dorma IGT, Morellino di Scansano DOC, Vermentino, wines. He quickly became known as “Il Maestro” by those he helped. Cannonau di Sardegna DOC

11 Le Rote

Key Wine Vernaccia di San Gimignano DOCG Aroma Citrus, acacia flowers Palate Med-weight, clean Blend 100% Vernaccia Winery

Unique Voted best Vernaccia by the Consorzio of DOCG. In 2012, the estate’s Vernaccia di San Gimignano was chosen by the consorzio Sales San Gimignano as the “exemplary” wine of the DOCG. Besides their winery, the couple also runs a Proposition charming agriturismo, in a 19th century villa, located just one and a half kilometers Location Tuscany, Italy from the famous towers of San Gimignano. For Massimo, Le Rote was his childhood paradise, and his passion runs deep. Climate Temperate with sea breezes Estate - 25 hectares of vineyards land, with approximately 50% Vernaccia and 50% Sangiovese and other red varietals. The most popular commercial choice is to make Soil Marl, clay and shells only Vernaccia here, and to make it “cheap”. The Scotti’s, however, choose to help set the standard for San Gimignano, proudly representing their cultural heritage, and relentlessly pressing for ever-greater quality achievement. Vineyards - With top altitudes of 260 meters above sea level, the Le Rote vineyards History - Founded in 1700, Le Rote is a magnificent 250 hectare property, with have ab out a 60 meter advantage above all their neighbors. This affords them longer vineyards, forests, and olive groves. It was purchased by Ugo Scotti more than 55 years ripening and greater complexity, and further protection from the effects of climate ago. Passionate about nature and the “fruits of the land” in San Gimignano, Mr. Scotti change. Vine age is as old as 55 years, and as young as 13+ (planted in 2003). dedicated himself to refurbishing the farm and the villa and the winery. The name of the estate Le Rote, is vernacular, and is derived from the name of a stream passing Cellar – The estate produces around 5000 - 6,000 cases per year, and exports through the property, a tributary of the Arno River. approximately 20% to the U.S. Today - Massimo and Lara Scotti are making perhaps the finest wines in San Wines - Vernaccia D.O.C.G., Chianti Colli Senesi D.O.C.G., “Massimo” Chianti Colli Gimignano, committed to the classical legacy of their family’s estate and the famous Senesi Riserva D.O.C.G.

Giuseppe Lonardi

Key Wine Amarone Classico DOC Aroma Dried fruit and chocolate Concentrated, black fruits with exotic Palate spice. 75% Corvina, 20% Molinara, Blend 5% Rondinella Winery History – Giuseppe Lonardi was born into a family with three irrefutable traditions: 1) the eldest son will be named Giuseppe, 2) Giuseppe will make wine; and 3) Unique For Amarone after harvest grapes are Giuseppe will be the small, hillside town’s restaurateur. His grandfather (Giuseppe), Sales dried 90-100 days concentrating flavors. whose nickname was “il Bepi”, first opened “L’Antica Osteria da Bepi” with a strong Proposition 30-40 clusters needed to make a single passion for exceptional local food and fine wines. Gastronomy has always been a bottle. family passion, and that passion has been passed down through the generations. Location Valpollicella Classico Today – Giuseppe threw himself fully into winemaking in 1984, and brought in an enologist friend Roberto Ferrarini, to add to his familial training. Since then, they have Climate A mild tempered climate upgraded their intimate cellar with high technology, optimized for making world- class Amarone. Giuseppe has been fortunate to receive critical acclaim for his wines Soil Volcanic alluvial soil from around the world, including his favorite distinction -- the #1 wine in Italy from the Italian Sommeliers Association in 2002 (Privilegia Rosso Veronese IGT). Estate – Giuseppe owns a 7 hectare estate, which is the single highest altitude estate in all the Valpolicella Classico region. This altitude makes a significant difference in Cellar – 100% Estate grown fruit. Total wine production is 3,500 cases, of which the style, acidic structure, and aromatic composition that the wine is able to achieve. approximately 50% are exported into the United States. Vineyards - The hillsides are at 350 meters, and protected to the north by the Wines – Amarone Classico DOCG, Amarone Riserva DOCG, Valpolicella Ripasso Lessini Mountains. The valley where his village of Marano lies is a veritable paradise; Classico Superiore DOC, Valpolicella Classico DOC, Recioto della Valpolicella DOC, a natural amphitheater exposed to the sun from rising to sunset, with the Veronese Privilegia Rosso Veronese IGT plain to the south bringing steady, cool breezes.

12 Lovo

Key Wine Prosecco Aroma Lemon zest, wet granite Palate Light, lively with delicate perlage Blend 100% Glera Winery Unique Made by the man who learned History - The hills of the Colli Euganei rise up seemingly out of nowhere in the Sales artisanal winemaking from hundreds plains of Veneto, and the small village of Vo, located in heart of the hills, is famous for Proposition of Italy’s best small producers. winemaking. Lovo family winemaking began with Vittorio Lovo, a WWII veteran, who befriended American GI’s during the war, and until the day he passed away, saluted Location Colli Euganei, Veneto every Yankee he met. He was good, loyal to the core, and worked joyfully every day in the vineyards. The company began formally exporting wine in 2004. Climate Continental Today - Salvatore Lovo, Vittorio’s son, now carries on the tradition, producing immaculate, mineral-laden wines that are fresh, bright and delicious. Salvatore, his Soil Clay & volcanic rock wife Rita and their daughter Silvia, grow classic varietals of North-Central Italy, but also love to experiment. A visionary entrepreneur, Salvatore established one of Italy’s most successful mobile bottling companies, sending his trucks to small producers all over Italy to estate-bottle their wines. In the process, he has made friends with scores of artisanal winemakers, and became an amazing one in his own right. Vineyards - 32 hectares. The Lovo clan produces Prosecco and Cabernet, but they also produce such rare Italian gems as Fior d’Arancio Moscato, Pinello, Serprino, Estate - With elevation as high as 300 meters, the vineyard sites are much higher Trebbianella, Incrocio Manzoni, and others. With vine density up to 7,000 vines per than most area of the lowland Veneto. This allows for superior quality in an area hectare, Lovo is a wine geek’s delight! known more for quantity than quality. The Lovo family loves to grow rare, indigenous varietals that don’t succeed anywhere else. Combined with an extraordinary cellar, Cellar – 16,000 cases. Approximately 20% are exported to the U.S. this is an estate that produces delightful, uniquely Italian wines. Wines - Fior d’Arancio D.O.C.G., Lovo Prosecco D.O.C., Lovo Veneto Cabernet I.G.T.

Marchetti

Key Wine DOC Aroma Refreshing citrus notes Elegant with a hint of acidity and Palate complex minerality Blend 100% Verdicchio Winery Unique 30-40 year old vines and free run Sales juice gives it uncommon weight and of modern, yet minimalistic winemaking. His wines are crafted without using large Proposition minerality presses found in most wineries. Instead, most of the juice is “free run”, which occurs almost entirely due to the weight of the grapes themselves. When he does use a press, Location Marche, Italy Maurizio uses a special, gentle pneumatic type called a “flower press.” Or, as Maurizio says with a wink, “butterflies crush my grapes with their wings as they fly by.” Climate Mediterranean Estate - The family owns 18 hectares of Rosso Conero near Ancona, and about 10 Soil Clay, limestone & sand hectares of Verdicchio in Castelli di Jesi. The Rosso vineyard is mostly planted with Montepulciano, with small plots of Sangiovese, Merlot and Cabernet. History - The Marchetti winery is full of history, with generations of renaissance Vineyards - The vineyards are on the Adriatic coast, and the cool winds from the men. Current owner-winemaker, Maurizio Marchetti, was preceded by his great-great- sea extend maturation time, allowing the grapes to achieve exceptional complexity. grandfather, Giovanni Bonomi, who was given their current property in recognition The Conero vineyard is traditionally hot, but the sea significantly cools and flavors of his valiant fight against Napoleon. In addition to crafting wine, Giovanni became a the wines, and allows for great aging potential. The Verdicchio vineyard is on the leading exotic spice trader, sailing to the Far East over 200 years ago. On their property, southern shoulder of the Esino Valley, and is perfect for white wines, with outstanding they have a 100 year-old castellino (‘little castle’) whose interior walls commemorate fruit aromas and freshness. their family story, with murals of Chinese sailors loading ships with cinnamon, cumin, and paprika. “My great-great grandfather traded spices; I trade in our family Cellar – 100% Estate-grown fruit. Total wine production approximately 6,000 cases, wine. It is all about sharing the best of the world with one another.” with approximately 50% imported into the United States. Today - Maurizio Marchetti is incredibly picky with his grapes; in fact he is so Wines - Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi DOC, Rosso Conero DOC, Verdicchio Superiore selective that he sometimes produces as little as a half bottle of wine per plant! Maurizio (Tenuta del Cavaliere) DOC, Conero Reserva Bonomi (Villa Bonomi) DOC, “Due combines the outstanding grapes that come from his historic vineyards with his vision Amici” Uve di Montepulciano (made with Antonio Sanguineti)

13 Monte Tondo

Key Wine Soave Classico DOC Blend 100% Notes of citrus, green apple and ripe Aroma mango Flinty and fragrant with crisp Palate minerality Winery

Unique A near-death experience leads to History - Nestled in the hills of Soave lies Monte Tondo, a winery that has been Sales Italy’s greatest Soave passed down through three generations. After years of making wine for other people, Proposition Aldo Magnabosco decided to forge his own destiny. In 1979, Aldo purchased an incredible 25-hectare property in the Soave Classico region. Twenty years later, the Location Veneto family added 10 hectares in the Volpolicella Superiore area, allowing them to craft Climate Warm and Temperate some incredible red wines to compliment their best-of-class whites from Soave. Soil Calcareous limestone Today - Gino Magnabosco carries on the family tradition. A decade ago, he nearly died to make the perfect wine. To the bemusement of his neighbors, he was attempting to plant vines on a high-altitude, crazy-steep rock mountain. Gino believed if he could Vineyards - 25 hectares in Soave and 10 hectares in Valpolicella. The vineyards in tame the hill, it would produce the best wine in Soave. In a freak accident, he flipped Soave are 80-100 years old, with a quarter of the vines still on their original rootstock! his tractor and was in critical condition. But he recovered, and came away “a different The most important aspect of the Soave vineyard is the different soils that contribute man”, says his winemaker-daughter, Marta – “he’s calmer, more grateful, attentive. to the wine character. The vineyard has soils ranging from volcanic tuff to chalk A better winemaker!” Today, Marta ably makes the wines right alongside her father. to clay and limestone. The different soils contribute greatly to the wines acidity, minerality and ageability. Estate - The estate in Soave is just a few kilometers from Verona, on a slope overlooking the valley. The estate is uniquely situated 150 meters high, which is high Cellar – 100% Estate grown fruit, all hand-harvested. Total wine production is for the region. The Valpolicella vineyard is also high at 450 meters. It has excellent approximately 15,000 cases, with 20% imported into the US. sun exposure, and a constant breeze. On the Soave estate, the family has also operates a picturesque 10-room bed and breakfast. Wines - Soave Classico D.O.C., Soave D.O.C. Classico Brut, Garganega Frizzante Verona IGT, Monte Tondo Casette Foscarin Soave Classico D.O.C., Valpolicella DOC, Corvina del Veneto IGT PalamÁ

Key Wine Salice Salentino Aroma Black raspberries, plums and spices Dark fruits, tobacco spice, smooth Palate tannins Blend 80% Negroamaro 20% Malvasia Nera Winery

Unique Old vine Negroamaro made by one of of the North. With perhaps the lowest yields in the entire appellation, Palamáà is Sales best winemakers in southern Italy. committed to the highest quality “everyday” wines. Due to the estate’s proximity to Proposition the sea, the value of Southern coastal reds is that they pair as readily with seafood as they will with hearty meats. Location Salento, Italy Estate - Puglia, Italia. (Town of Lecce on the Salento peninsula) 12 hectares. 81 Climate 334 days of sun cooled by N African meters. The estate is in the highest zone near the Ionian Sea. This altitude intensifies Scirocco winds the sunlight and the sea imparts breezes to cool the vineyards, thereby increasing both phenolics and grape hangtime. Soil Calcareous soil Vineyards - Hand-harvested. No irrigation. The vineyard plants are all arranged in History - The Palamáà family vineyard was founded by Arcangelo Palamáà in 1936. a classic Pugliese small-tree configuration, which protects the fruit from the relentless A family of ancient Greek origins, they settled in Italy about two thousand years sun, and -- when combined with the altitude and calcareous soil -- produces wines with ago, and have been making wine ever since. The Palamáà’s are also beloved and substantial concentrations of sugar, acidity and flavors. accomplished restaurateurs, icons in their hometown, and for 70 years had only sold Cellar – The majority of fruit comes from the family’s vineyards, with a small their wine in their restaurant–until Small Vineyards came knocking on their door. percentage coming from neighbor’s vineyards. The cellar was originally built in 1936 Today - The winemaker is Niniì Palamáà, son of Arcangelo, and a gregarious, larger and updated in 2009. Total wine production is approximately 12,000 cases, with 25% than life character who sings spontaneously (and without warning!). His wines are exported annually to the U.S. full-bodied, intense and unctuous, but with admirable restrained alcohol and tannins. Wines - Arcangelo Negroamaro I.G.T., Arcangelo Salice Salentino D.O.C., Arcangelo In many ways, his wines capture the power of the South of Italy, and the elegance Primitivo I.G.P.

14 Perazzeta

Key Wine Sara Rosso Aroma An explosion of fresh fruit Raw power with the sensations of Palate actually chewing cherries, prunes, and fresh dates 50% Sangiovese, 20% Cabernet, 20% Blend Syrah, 10% Merlot History - The landscape of Montenero d’Orcia in the Maremma has remained Winery unchanged for over a thousand years: rolling hills of splendid colors that change according to the seasons. Originally constructed in 1400, the winery has remarkable Unique The epitome of handmade wines that history, and the Bocci family produces wines of remarkable expressiveness, vivacity Sales produces ultra-low yields and elegance. Proposition Today - Today, the estate is experiencing its own renaissance, with enhaced Location Tuscany, Italy investments in all aspects of the winery. Alessandro Bocci and his business partner, Climate Mediterranean Omero Narducci, are truly passionate about making wine according to traditional methods, capturing a sense of place in each bottle, and sharing with the world their Soil River stones. Chunks of quartz. love for this land. Alessandro’s wines speak of the terroir and exude layers of flavor Ancient, flaky shells obtained from the deep root system he so lovingly tends. Alessandro is complemented by his daughter, Sara, a chef; and his wife, Rita. both lengthens the growing season and keeps the vines almost completely free of Estate - Across the silent valley, Montalcino seems at once close, and a world away. pests thereby allowing Alessandro the ability to use vertually no pesticides or sulfites. The meso-climate is perfect for winemaking, producing world-class results. The density and complexity of his wines he attributes both to the remarkably rich marine Cellar – The cellar was originally buit in 1400 A.D., and purchased by the Bocci soils of the Montecucco zone, and to the family’s incredible selection standards. “Every family in 1998. Total wine production is approximately 10,000 cases of which 5,000 year,” says Bocci, “we throw away approximately twice as many grapes as we press.” are sold in the United States. Vineyards - The property is approximately 15 hectares. During the growing Wines - Sara Rosso Toscano IGT, Rita Sangiovese DOC, Rita Sangiovese Riserva season, there is a consistent and active wind throughout the vineyards. This wind DOC, Sara Rosé IGT, Syrah IGT

Podere Ciona

Key Wine Chianti Classico Riserva DOCG Aroma Elegant fragrance of red fruits and spices Well-balanced, velvety, excellent Palate structure and finish 90% Sangiovese, 8% Merlot, 2% Alicante Blend Bouschet Winery Today - The first vintage for Podere Ciona was in 1997 and since then, the wines Unique Likely the highest winery in the entire has received notable acclaim for their precision, elegance, and unwavering quality. Sales Chianti Classico region Lorenzo Gatteschi has now taken over the winemaking along with consultant Stefano Proposition Chioccioli. Their goal is to allow nature to speak, to employ the outstanding grapes the vineyards provide to craft wines that reveal minimum human impact. Location Tuscany Estate - Podere Ciona is the only estate on the dramatic hill named Montegrossi, and Climate Mediterranean is likely the highest altitude estate in the entire Chianti Classico region. This altitude Soil Sandstone, clay and marl is critical in achieving long, even ripening and complexity. The family practices sustainable viticulture, with virtually no chemical treatments and no irrigation. Vineyards - All the vineyards are optimally oriented South by South-West. There History - The Chianti Classico hills have had vineyards for over three millennia. are a total of 5.5 hectares of vineyards: 3 hectares of Sangiovese, 2 hectares of Merlot, Franca and Franco Gatteschi first came to Chianti looking for a place to retire in the along with Alicante Bouschet and Cabernet Franc. late 1980’s. They found a small, beautiful – albeit rundown – property. The property was 49 hectares with 5.5 hectares of vineyards, 1 hectare of olive groves and the rest Cellar – 100% estate grown fruit all handpicked. A new cellar was built in 2003. The was woodland. There was also an 18th century Tuscan farmhouse on the property winery produces approximately 2,500 cases of which 1,000 are imported into the US. that had been abandoned for more than 40 years. Wines - Chianti Classico DOCG, Le Diacce Merlot IGT, Semifonte Toscana IGT The family spent three years restoring the house, built a pristine cellar, and began the arduous, jooyous task of restoring the vineyards to produce world class wines.

15 Poderi Elia

Key Wine Barbaresco Serracapelli DOCG Aroma Red currants and Morello cherry Fine grained tannins with an elegant Palate structure Blend 100% Nebbiolo Winery History - Poderi Elia winery was founded in 1890 in the historic hamlet of Neive. Unique Located in Serracapelli, the smallest and highest altitude sub-zone in Barbaresco. Sales Highest altitude estate in Barbaresco Felice Stella inherited the estate from his grandfather, and taught his grandson, Proposition Federico, all the winemaking knowledge he knows. Location Piedmont Today - Federico Stella is an affable, yet serious man who is a winemaker, husband and devoted father. From very humble beginnings, the estate now garners top awards Climate Calcareous clay for its Barbaresco Serracapalli from journalists and connoisseurs in Italy, Europe, and the U.S., but has retained its intimacy and commitment to making first-rate, family- Soil Clay & sand produced wines in very small quantities. Estate - 9 hectares of vines, with old vines between 30-45 years old. The Stella family’s den is the “office”, and the charming cellar is attached to their garage (which Dolcetto planted on the SW slope. The area is so dry that, when it does rain, cracks as houses a tractor). Grandfather Felice has his personal “tank” of Dolcetto in the cantina, deep as 10 meters open up in the ground (Felice lost his keys there once). and grandma Helda makes the best bresaola (air-cured beef) on the planet. But make no mistake – the moment one tastes the wines of Poderi Elia, their seriousness and Cellar – The estate produces 3000 - 4000 cases per year, with 25% imported into exceptional quality are undeniable. This unassuming vineyard is the essence of world- the U.S. class family winemaking. Wines - Barbaresco Serracapelli DOCG, d’Alba DOC, Dolcetto d’Alba DOC, Vineyards - The half-century old Barbera vines are planted on the SE side of the Piemonte Barbera DOC, Langhe Nebbiolo DOC “Padrun”, Moscato d’Asti DOCG, hill; their Nebbiolo on the Southern slope; and the Barbera d’Asti DOCG

Poggio Vignoso

Key Wine Chianti Aroma Bright fruit aromas with floral notes Intense dried cherries with round soft Palate tanninscherry & blackberry preserves 85% Sangiovese, 10% Canaiolo, Blend 5% Malvasia Nera wine since at least the 15th century. Head winemaker Fulvio Galgani has been making Winery Poggio Vignoso since he was a teenager, first at Bibbiani, and now at Pugliano. The family has created a modern winery on their beautiful Tuscan countryside. The family Unique is 100% committed to organic and sustainable farming in both the wines and the olive Sales One of only a few Organic Chiantis oils they produce. There are hundreds of Chiantis currently available, but only about 1% Proposition have made the time and financial commitment to become certified organic. Location Tuscany, Italy Estate - The estate is remarkable in its wild beauty, with panoramic views from their Climate Mediterranean perch at 250 meters. With a fully modern, organically-certified cellar, the Fioravanti family has thought of every last detail in cultivating a pristine, aesthetic winery that respects Soil Clay and limestone nature, tradition, and artistry. The vineyards receive a near constant wind, which allows the grapes to cool during the hottest part of the day, and results in extended hang-time and concentrated flavors. The nearby Arno River mitigates the intense Tuscan temperatures. History - As a wine, Poggio Vignoso is a sort of national Tuscan treasure, having Vineyards - There are 12 hectares planted, mostly Sangiovese. The vineyards are on the been passed down from winemaker to winemaker over the centuries in a vastly hilltop and descend to the small town of Monterappoli, near Castelfiorentino, in Tuscany. During colorful history, going back to the Middle Ages! Approximately 1300 years ago, the the Pliocene Era, the vineyard area was under the ocean, and today, remnants of the sea can still vintners in Capraia e Limite first produced the wine that today is our top selling be found in the ubiquitous shells, fossils and rich minerals present in the dense clay soil. Chianti, and sales records indicate that the wine has been enjoyed all along by barons, writers, poets and warriors. It is a story that is extraordinary in the world of wine. Cellar – 70% of the wines come from the estates vineyards, with the other 30% coming from friends’ vineyards in the surrounding area. The total production is 7,500 Today - Today, Poggio Vignoso is in the care of the Fioravanti family at their winery, cases annually with approximately 90% being imported into the United States. Fattoria di Pugliano. The winery “inherited” Poggio Vignoso in 2002 after acquiring the vines from the predecessor estate (Fattoria Bibbiani), which had been the steward of the Wines - Chianti DOCG

16 Edi Simcic

Key Wine Chardonnay Riserva Hints of sweet cream, peaches and Aroma citrus Soft velvety tannins from oak with Palate lush mouth feel Blend 100% Chardonay Winery History - Located in Slovenia, this beautiful winery has been part of the Simcic (SEEM-chich) family for over 100 years. Before WWII, their region was geographically Unique A little over 40 meters from top located in Italy. Next to Colli Orientali, it is considered one of Italy’s best white wine Sales Italian appellation and 40% less cost zones, but they were “cut-off” from the West in 1947. Soon after, they became part of Proposition communist Yugoslavia, and the market for fine wines crumbled. When the Berlin Wall Location Goriska Brda fell 40 years later, the Simcic family went back to what they were born to do – make world-class wines. Climate Mild Mediterranean Today - After the breakup of both Eastern Europe and Yugoslavia the wine industry changed dramatically. Today, both Edi Simcic and his son Aleks work side by side Soil Marl mixed with clay crafting wines that rival some of the very best in Europe. They are exceptionally well known in their region and amongst top sommeliers and wine connoisseurs, and have dramatically altered the world’s perception of Slovenian wines. ideal location, the vineyards receive the warm winds from the Adriatic Sea as well as colder winds from the Alps during summer nights. Few winemaking regions on earth Estate - The estate was rebuilt in 2002. The family has all of the vineyards planted have these same geographic advantages. in terraces, and divided into crus. The cellar is carved out of stone below their home, and dramatically stretches underneath the road in an impressive cavern that stays Cellar – All estate grown fruit, handpicked. The winery produces approximately perfectly temperate. The grapes are monitored hourly during harvest, and like- 3,500 cases and imports 25% into the U.S. varietals are picked all in one day, maximizing ripeness and quality. Wines - - Chardonnay Riserva, Kozana Chardonnay (single cru), Tokata (Tocai), Vineyards - 12 hectares located just over the border from Colli Orientali. The Rebula Rubikon, Rebula Riserva, Sauvignon Riserva, Beli Pinot Riserva, Sivi Pinot vineyards are planted from South to West and at 90-150 meters of elevation. In a near Riserva, Duet Red Blend, Duet Lex Red Blend, Kolos Red Blend (single cru cuvee)

Weingut Frank

Key Wine Grüner Veltliner Weinviertel DAC Aroma Bright meyer lemon,almonds Pleasing mineral-weight, taut acidity, Palate long nettle-floral finish Blend 100% Grüner Veltliner Winery Unique small quantities of about 10 different wines, ranging from brisk young whites to age- Sales 10-generation winemaking family and worthy reds and dessert wines. Proposition new to U.S. market! Estate - “We have very few big machines in our winery. We are farmers, not Location Herrnbaumgarten, Austria industrialists,” says Harald. They also use zero irrigation, which makes their plots in Weinviertel and Niederösterreich some of the driest appellations in wine production Climate Continental that do not irrigate. This causes intense vine stress, and promotes terrifically deep root structure. This, along with intensive canopy management, enable their dedication to Soil Loess (limestone) off-setting the effects of climate change and maintaining their distinctive cool-climate wine style. Consequently, both their whites and reds have a characteristic purity, focus History - For 10 generations, the Frank family has produced wine on their estate and mineral-driven spiciness that is increasingly difficult to find. in Herrnbaumgarten, Austria, passing down invaluable family knowledge about their Vineyards - With average vines in their third decade, the fruit concentration and land, their wines, and the intricacies of growing grapes in an estate that has vineyard complexity is exceptional. In addition to several fantastic crus of Grüner, the family sites sloping all four principle directions: N, S, E and W. In this part of Lower Austria, also cultivates and Welschriesling, Zweigelt and Pinot Noir. Due to their the Bavarians began cultivating wine in the 11th century, and over time, the primary advantageously sloped property that offers them exposure to all directions, the Franks varietal became Grüner Veltliner, the Frank family specialty. There is no other wine have unusual flexibility to work with what nature gives every year, maximizing region on earth quite like it. quality, ripeness, elegance and expressiveness. Today - Today, the estate remains a true family affair. Harald is the chief winemaker Cellar – The estate produces about 10,000 cases per year total, and approximately and a certified enologist, and is ably assisted by his wife Daniela, his aunt Johanna, his 10% are imported each year into the U.S. niece Katrin (studying agriculture in Vienna), and especially his father Adolf, “who – more than my formal education -- taught me the most important things, because his Wines - Grüner Veltliner Weinviertel DAC, Grüner Veltliner Johannesbergen (single knowledge is specific to our land.” An intimate property, the estate produces relatively cru), Zweigelt Altenbergen (single cru)

17 South American Estate Partners

Peru Bolivia Brazil

CHILE Paraguay Pacific Ocen Atlantic Ocen

Huasco Valley ARGENTINA Kalfu Navarro Correas Santiago Mendoza San Antonio Valley Uruguay Colchuaga Valley Buenos Aires Ramirana Maipo Valley

Navarro Correas

Key Wine Colección Privada Malbec Bright aromas of fresh cherries, red Aroma currant and violets The red fruit maintains its vibrancy Palate through the long, broad palate, flanked by warm notes of vanilla, cocoa and smoke History - One of the great estates of the New World, Navarro Correas was founded Blend 100% Malbec in 1798, when Don Juan de Dios Correas planted vines in the Andes near Mendoza. Over the centuries, the descendants of the Correas family refined and perfected their Winery cultivation, especially their beloved Malbec. In the years since, Navarro Correas has become an icon, and a truly global brand. Unique Sales A historic winery committed to the future Today - In 2015, Navarro Correas was selling 50,000 cases in the U.S. before being Proposition purchased by Grupo Penaflor, the world’s #1 producer of Malbec. With huge, new investments made in the vineyards, cellar, and global infrastructure, Navarro Correas Location Mendoza Argentina is now back, better than ever! Climate Temperate semi-arid climate Estate - The winery has four estates with the new state of the art winery located Soil Both sandy and clay soil in the exclusive district of Agrelo at the foothill of the Andes. The winery has the ultimate technology and has been constructed to maximize efficiencies while giving the Cellar - The winery has invested heavily in purchasing the best materials available winemakers all the tools they need to craft outstanding wines.. including increasing their barrel regime to now include over 1,500 barrels. With the launch of the 2010 vintage, the winery made great improvements in production: it Vineyards - With the premise of being “hunters of vineyards” Bodega Navarro used less water, less energy and generated the lowest amount of gases per case. This Correas continues to look for and select regions with unique microclimates makes it one of the most efficient and environmentally sustainable wineries in South throughout Mendoza. There are currently four estate vineyards that contribute to the America. This work is reflected in the international certifications achieved by the different tiers of wine. These estates range from 26 – 70 hectares; from 2,800 – 4,100 winery. feet in elevation and have soils ranging from rocky to sand to clay. This diverse range of vineyards characteristics allows the winemakers an extensive palate to achieve Wines: Colección Privada (Malbec, Cabernet, Red Blend & Chardonnay), Alegoria complexity for each wine. Malbec, Structura Ultra, “Espumante” Extra Brut

18 Ramirana Key Wine Cabernet Sauvignon Reserva Strawberries and raspberries intermingle Aroma with pepper, caramel and tobacco Well-balanced, good structure and Palate acidity with ripe tannins 60% Negroamaro, 35% Primitivo, 5% Blend Malvasia Nera Winery Unique Crafting High Quality Reds from Chile’s History - Don Gonzalo Vial’s love of the countryside, its traditions and especially Sales Prestigious Valleys Chilean horses inspired the foundation and creation of the Ramirana Winery. The Proposition winery he built was created to specialize in crafting high quality red wines from Location Maipo Valley Chile’s most prestigious valleys: Maipo and Colchagua. Alejandro Galaz, who has been the winemaker at Ramirana since the winery’s first vintage, strives to make exquisite Climate Hot days and cool nights mitigated by wines with a unique and distinct personality. He is passionate about allowing his cool ocean breezes incredible vineyards the ability to express their true character and terroir. Soil Highly permeable granite and stony soil Today - Alejandro Galaz is always looking for the best expression of the terroirs. Today, the research the winery has conducted has resulted in managing the vineyards Vineyards - The Cabernet Reserva from the Trinidad vineyard, just 38 km from the in a different way than in the past. The clone selection, canopy management and barrel Pacific Ocean, on the coastal side of the Maipo Valley. The Cabernet comes from a specific regimen have all been adjusted slightly with each vintage with Alejandro striving to 7-hectare block which faces predominately south with great sun exposure in the morning make every vintage better than the last. These small but significant adjustments and a cool respite during the hottest part of day. The Apalta Red Blend comes from the have led to both the Apalta and Trinidad vineyards seeing the most concentrated and historically acclaimed Apalta vineyard in Colchuagua. The plots are north-facing and phenolicly mature grapes ever in the vineyards. receive little sun during the mornings but plenty of solar radiation in the afternoons. This results in very concentrated grapes with aromas revealing optimum ripeness. Estate - The Ramirana winery is located in the Trinidad Vineyard, in the heart of Maipo Valley, where our Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon comes from. The grapes at both Cellar – The wines for Ramirana are separated into different lots and carefully Apalta and Trinidad are hand-picked and then sent to the winery which has state of blended to achieve maximum balance. The winery produces approximately 30,000 the art high technology capabilities not often found with a small but growing brand cases of which 10,000 are exported to the US. the size of Ramirana. Wines - Cabernet Sauvignon Reserva, Apalta Red Blend Kalfu

Key Wine Kuda Pinot Noir Aroma Notes of black cherries and forest floor Well-balanced acidity with rounded tannins, Palate notes of soft vanilla and dried fruit Blend 100% Pinot Noir Winery Unique Sales A Chilean winery that matches cool Proposition climate varieties with the perfect terroir restrict the actual growth of vineyards by the capacity of the pipeline. Location Leyda Even with increased irrigation opportunities the Leyda Valley remains Cool, windy climate which is 6 km from relatively small but is rapidly growing in its world class reputation for Climate the Pacific Ocean cool climate wines. Estate – At the core of Kalfu winemaking is exceptional care for the vineyards, soils, Soil Granite clay with a depth of 1.5 meters water tables, flora and fauna. Winemaker Alejandro Galazhas overseen the planting of each vine, maximizing the stewardship of the land, helping to ensure minimal impact on the environment. History – The Leyda Valley is a small sub-region of the San Antonio Valley wine region in Chile, located just 55 miles west of Santiago. This cool-climate region enjoys Vineyards - The Kalfu Las Terrazas vineyard got its name from four terraces that the effects of the cold Humboldt Current of the Pacific Ocean, and consequently face the Pacific Ocean. The composition of the soil varies across the terraces, resulting produces bright, vibrant wines made from Pinot Noir and Sauvignon Blanc. The in different varietal expressions. The Atacama vineyard, where the Kalfu Sumpai Leyda Valley has traditionally been associated with wheat and barley production, Sauvignon Blanc comes from is a small 13-hectare vineyard located in the driest desert but is rapidly gaining a reputation for high-quality viticulture. The first vines were in the world which results is extreme terroir winemaking. planted in late 1990s, attracted by a terroir that was almost perfect for the production of premium cool climate varieties. The growth was very slow as the terroir was perfect Cellar – The wines for Kalfu are hand harvested and separated into batches but there was a major lack of water. depending on which terrace they were harvested from. The winery produces approximately 15,000 cases of which 3,000 are exported to the US. Today – The Leyda valley today has constructed a pipeline five miles long to channel water from the Maipo River to the area. This opened up winemaking but continues to Wines – Sumpai Atacama Sauvignon Blanc, Sumpai Leyda Syrah, Kuda Leyda Pinot Noir, Kuda Leyda Sauvignon Blanc, Molu Sauvignon Blanc

19 Sprizzerí Italy’s Original Wine Spritzer™ Now Available in the US!

After traveling the world in 1934, Edoardo de Martin returned home to Cortina d’Ampezzo in Veneto inspired to create the perfect Italian aperitif. Using a secret family recipe, he created a wonderful Aperol-style spritzer made with sparkling Prosecco, selected aromatic herbs, and natural ingredients from the Dolomite Alps.

Today, his winemaker grandson, Paolo de Martin, carries on the family tradition of Sprizzerí.

Today, his winemaker grandson, Paolo de Martin, carries on the family tradition of Sprizzerí.

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