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Bussoletti 2021 Ciliegiolo di Narni "0535"
Bussoletti’s Ciliegiolo di Narni “0535” is a fresh, easygoing red wine from central Umbria. Produced from a four hectare plot of younger vines planted facing north to encourage elegance over ripeness, the wine is fermented with ambient yeast in steel tank and bottled after resting for six months. The nose is rich with fresh red cherries and rose floral notes with delicate tones of black pepper. Juicy on the palate with restrained acidity and very little tannin, it shows more strawberry and raspberry fruit. This is a wine that can lift through richer foods: try it as a foil to creamy or cheesy pasta dishes, as a pairing for charcuterie, or enjoy it on its own. The lion on the label is a reference to C.S. Lewis’ Chronicles of Narnia which were inspired by images of the medieval castle in Narni (also pictured).
Cardedu 2018 Canonau di Sardegna 'Caledu'
Cannonau, Vermentino, Monica, Nasco, Muristellu grapes. 42 hectares around Cardedu, and 20 around San Vito for Vermentino. Decomposed granite soils.
Donati 2021 Lambrusco Frizzante
The Donati estate is a tiny provider of amazing natural wines influenced by organic and bio-dynamic principles. The Lambrusco is made completely without intervention, and not even temperature control is used in the production. Fermentation finished in bottle, resulting in a refreshing wine that can be drunk cool with pizza or other rich foods like Parma's famous fried Gnocco.
Flavia 2019 Etna Rosso 1 Liter
Flavia is made by two of the younger generation of the Rallo family – famous for Marsala, but apparently present on Etna “since 1860”. Flavia is made from certified organic grapes, fermented with indigenous yeasts in steel, and aged in used Slavonian botte. Pedigree aside, note that it’s a liter bottle, so 25% more volume – it would be a bargain for a .750 bottle. This is a classic expression of Etna – on the lighter side – very pure, and unmistakably Nerello Mascalese.
Jasci 2020 Montepulciano d'Abruzzo
With tons of earthy fruit aromas, this is very bright and simultaneously rich on the palate Really classic, textbook Montepulciano d’Abruzzo with the great bonus of being lifted and energetic.
Monterosso 2017 Etna Rosso Sisma
The Sisma by Monterosso is structured, with bright acidity. The 2017 vintage was hot compared to the 2016. Earthy aromas of smoke, iron, and crushed black stones mix with dark cherry and cassis on the nose. On the palate, the flavors are framed by ripe, firm tannins, with bursts of earthy red plum and blackberry/raspberry fruit. This is an assertive Nerello Mascalese, especially in contrast with the gentler character of the 2016. A few years in the cellar should allow the flavors and structure to integrate. David Hatzopoulos
Montoni 2020 IGT Sicilia Nero d'Avola Lagnusa
The Lagnusa Nero d’Avola vines range in age from 20-50 years old, and they give the wine remarkable depth and complexity. My notes for the wine's bouquet reads: "smokey, dark roses, tar, and savory cherry." It is almost startling how complex the nose is upon first whiff. The palate has classic red berries, with a little spice and fresh herbs. The structure is bright, with only a hint of pleasant tannin and some lovely acidity.
Ostinato NV Marsala Fine Secco (Semi-Dry) Ambra
Grillo, Inzolia, Catarratto. Oak Aged, Vegan. Its higher natural ABV means the wine is less reliant on fortification and is more expressive of Marsala’s indelible terroir. Aged for more than two years in botti, without temperature control or topping up. While fortified, the base wines were 'alto grado' (high grade), meaning they were harvested from later harvest, riper grapes.
Pranzegg 2014 Mitterberg Lagrein Laurenc
From 15 year old vines planted in both guyot and pergola training systems, Pranzegg's Lagrien is fermented with submerged cap for 4 weeks. Dense purple in color. Earth, anise, and cocoa on the nose, with dark roses and rhubarb. The palate is earth driven, with tense minerality. Dried cherry, with mint and black tea. High toned, with bright acidity and very chewy tannin. Incredibly engaging, a wine the develops many layers while staying staying bright and very accessible. David Hatzopoulos
Pranzegg 2017 Mitterberg Lagrein Laurenc
100% Lagrein from Alto-Adige. A barely translucent purple in the glass. The nose is dark and brooding, with mellow tones of black plum, blackberry, fennel sead, and garden soil. Becomes floral with time, and then a little ripe peach apepars. The palate has great nervy fruit, with lapping flavors of black cherry and gravelly minerality. Structure washes over the tongue, with lush tannin and bright acidity. New to Lagrein? Definitely start here. David Hatzopoulos
Romeo del Castello 2020 Etna Rosato Vigorosa
Nerello Mascalese and Nerello Cappuccino grapes. Volcanic soil. Age of vines: Up to 100 years old. North. Unfined, filtered. The grapes macerate for a few hours before fermentation in stainless steel tanks for four months. A minimal amount of SO2 is added to the wine at bottling , the amount varies by vintage.
Savino - I Fenicotteri 2015 Sicilia Nero d'Avola Nero Sichili
Vittorio Savino, owner of Fenicotteri, joined Foti’s small association of producers called i Vigneri (some of whose wines from Mt. Etna we always have on our shelves). I Vigneri offers unparalleled expertise in every aspect of viticulture and production (including the services of Ciccio, the group’s mule). Foti’s work at Gulfi, and his knowledge derived from the vines in Pachino must have been very valuable when trying to restore a vineyard that’s virtually on the shore of the lagoon. The farming is impeccable (only copper and sulfur and sheep manure are used on the bush-trained vines) but it’s the location that brings an incredibly compelling mineral and saline lift to the wine. Called Fenicotteri (flamingo, in Italian) after the migratory flamingoes who visit the lagoon next to the vineyard. JW Firmly medium-bodied, the 2015 shows beautiful notes of black cherry, blackberries, black currant, raspberry jam, a hint of leather, cut hay, cocoa, coffee grinds, with hints of black pepper and a black olive brininess. Well integrated and soft, but quite present tannins and medium acidity. Wonderful complexity which just keeps unfolding the longer the wine is open. There is a certain plushness, without anything extravagant. This wine is very compelling all the way through the bottle. Oskar Kostecki
Valle dell'Acate 2021 Sicilia Frappato
100% Frapatto grape. From 10 – 20 year old vines planted to black soils with white stones. Spontaneous fermentation with indigenous yeasts in stainless steel. Maceration lasts about a week. Aged in steel for six months.
Vaona 2019 Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso Pegrandi
40% corvina, 30% corvinone, 25% molinara, 5% rondinella. This wine comes from ancient vineyards owned by Cantina Vaona. Winemaking consists of a fermentation of 15 days in stainless steel vessels, then wine is moved in other stainless steel vessels for 1 year. Oak barrels lasts 4-5 months.