NV Franciacorta 'Cuvee Real'

91

A blend of 90% Chardonnay and 10% Pinot Nero. Bright, medium-deep yellow; aromas of white peach, citrus and magnolia – very appealing! Medium-bodied, this is well made with excellent overall harmony, very good acidity, notable typicity and very good persistence; the finish is clean with a distinct note of minerality. I love the delicacy and finesse of this wine! Enjoy tonight through 2025.

Italian Wine Report

2017 Kaltern Passito 'Quintessenz'

93

Bright, medium deep golden yellow/amber; gorgeous aromas of apricot, honey, hazelnut and yellow peach. Medium-full, with excellent concentration. Impressive persistence, good acidity, excellent typicity; clean, fruit-driven finish. Lovely wine – enjoy over the next 5-7 years.

Italian Wine Report

2020 Pinot Nero Riserva 'Saltner'

90

Medium intense garnet; aromas of bing cherry, turmeric and tobacco leaf. Medium-full, with good acidity, moderate persistence and subdued wood notes. Varietally correct and nicely balanced, although I’d like to see a bit more concentration. Another year in the bottle will help round out this wine; peak in 6-8 years.

Italian Wine Report

2021 Pinot Grigio 'Soll'

91

Bright, delicate yellow; inviting aromas of red apple, Bosc pear and jasmine. Mediumbodied with excellent ripeness and varietal purity, very good acidity, first-rate complexity, and notable persistence; there is a juiciness to this wine that gives it instant appeal. Enjoy over the next 2-3 years.

Italian Wine Report

2020 Negroamaro Salento Rose'

89

The 2020 Rose Negroamaro Tenute Emera slowly blossoms with a bouquet of sweet white flowers, crushed green apple and lime zest. There’s admirable cut and clarity on the palate, which buzzes with vibrant acidity while mixing ripe melon with salty minerals to create a display of contrasts. It tapers off fresh and clean, a bit short, yet mouthwatering all the same. This is a varietal Negroamaro Rosato.

Vinous

2020 Badia al Colle Vermentino di Toscana

89

Smooth, clean and aromatic, juicy and fresh, with soft fruit, minerality and spicy finish.

Tasting Panel Magazine

2018 Montefalco Sagrantino

92

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James Suckling

2021 Chiaretto Classico

90

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James Suckling

2020 Chiaretto Classico

90

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James Suckling

2021 Prosecco Superiore Dry 'La Primavera di Barbara'

90

Refreshingly peachy nose with green apples, white almond and lime. Pretty generous and flavorful on the palate, complemented by delicate, creamy mousse, creating a svelte mouthfeel. Some marzipan here. Drink now.

James Suckling

NV Spumante Brut Rose 'Grani di Nero'

89

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James Suckling

2018 Barolo 'Parafada'

91

Some bright red fruit on the nose and palate, together with some more savory, nutty notes. Full-bodied with integrated tannins and a slight alcohol heat to the palate but outstanding nonetheless. Drink from 2023.

James Suckling