White Wine by Alois Lageder from Trentino-Alto Adige, Italy. Wine Spectator Top 100 of 2006! Brilliant straw yellow colour with a green tint. Very fine, fruity (apples, peaches), forward varietal aroma. Pronounced, clean, elegant, grapey flavour, light to medium-bodied with a fresh mouthwatering finish. When properly cellared, this wine may be kept for at least 3 - 5 years. As an aperitif, with starters, salads, asparagus, all kind of seafood and pasta dishes. Vineyards in the Salorno and Buchholz area at 300 to 450 metres (990 - 1,480 feet) altitude. Sandy and stony soil. Quite cool mesoclimate. 70 hl / ha Fermentation in stainless steel tanks, followed by maturation on the fine lees or 4 months.
White Wine by Alois Lageder from Trentino-Alto Adige, Italy. Brilliant straw yellow color with a green tint. Very fine, fruity (apples, peaches), forward varietal aroma. Pronounced, clean, elegant, grapey flavor, light to medium-bodied with a fresh mouth-watering finish. Serving suggestions: As an aperitif, with starters, salads, asparagus and all kinds of seafood and pasta dishes.
White Wine by Alois Lageder from Trentino-Alto Adige, Italy. Description: Brilliant straw yellow with a green shimmer. Quite pronounced and expressive aroma with flowery and somewhat spicy notes. Rich flavored in the mouth, with a slight smokiness at the back and a good, fresh finish. Suggested Food: Starters (both fish and meat), pates and terrines, fish and shellfish, poultry, white meat and mushrooms.
White Wine by Alois Lageder from Trentino-Alto Adige, Italy. This top value Pinot Grigio reflects the expertise of acclaimed winegrower Alois Lageder, and the wines he selected from vineyard sources in the Tre Venezie (Alto Adige, Trentino and Veneto) - acknowledged as one of Italy's prime regions for quality white wines. Alois Lageder carefully selects the wines on-site; they are sur lie-matured in stainless steel tanks, then blended and bottled at his L wengang winemaking facilities. riff Pinot Grigio reflects the origin of its prime growing area in style and character, and demonstrates all the varietal's best characteristics: good structure and intensity on the palate, balanced with lively acidity.
Red Wine by Antinori from Tuscany, Italy. Extraordinary intense ruby red in color. Intensely fruity, more of cherry than cassis, with hints of toast, coffee and dark chocolate. Finely structured and complex; balanced, with soft tannins and a lingering finish. Displays unmistakable varietal flavor while retaining strong regional character. Guado al Tasso, meaning literally Badger's Ford, takes its name from a common sight at the estate of Tenuta Guado al Tasso, Bolgheri, where it is produced. The vineyard is at an elevation between 44 and 58 metres (145 and 190 feet) above sea-level on stony, slightly calcareous soils. Tenuta Guado al Tasso is located 60 miles southwest of Florence, near the medieval village of Bolgheri, in an area known as the Maremma. The 900 hectares (2,223 acres) estate stretches up from the shore of the Tyrrhenian Sea to the hills, and aside from extensive vineyards, also grows wheat, corn, sunflowers, tomatoes and olive trees. Guado al Tasso was first produced in 1990. All the vintages have been produced in limited quantities. 60% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot, 10% Syrah and other red grape varieties.
Red Wine by Antinori from Tuscany, Italy. Marchese Antinori is produced, exclusively from the finest, most highly selected grapes grown on the Antinori Santa Cristina, Peppoli and Badia a Passignano estates in the Mercatale Val di Pesa zone in Chianti Classico. Intense ruby red color with light garnet hues. Vibrant aromas of citrus marmalade, dried fruit and sultanas. Full-bodied, solidly structured lingering palate with a pleasantly tannic finish. Hints of licorice in the aftertaste.
Red Wine by Antinori from Tuscany, Italy. Deep ruby-red in color with hints of berries and wood. Complex and elegant with tannins, yet balanced, soft and rich in extracts. 60% Sangiovese, 20% Cabernet Sauvignon, 15% Merlot and 5% Syrah
1 cent shipping through June 15th. Details at wine. comRed Wine by Argiolas from Sardinia, Italy. Intense ruby color tending toward orange with age. Full bouquet typical in varietal character. Warm and full-bodied on the palate, with excellent texture and ripe fruit flavors. Firm and pleasant tannins. This wine has aging potential. Recommended with Roasted meats, particularly lamb.
Red Wine by Avignonesi from Tuscany, Italy. Varietals: Prugnolo Gentile, Canaiolo Nero, Mammolino Vino Nobile is garnet red in color; its bouquet is delicate and intense, with a slight scent of violet; the taste is dry with a hint of tannin. This wine is ideal with roast and grilled meat, game and mature cheeses. The 2004 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano (mostly Prugnolo Gentile with some Canaiolo and Mammolino) presents a richer, riper expression of black cherries, licorice and smoke, in a linear, understated style, with notable purity and outstanding balance. Although delicious today, it is also quite fresh and primary. Readers who enjoy a more developed wine will want to give this Vino Nobile another year or two of bottle age. Anticipated maturity: 2007-2016. -Wine Advocate
Red Wine by Badia a Coltibuono from Tuscany, Italy. The Badia a Coltibuono Riserva, our most classic wine, is made exclusively from autoctonous grapes. It is loved by wine aficionados worldwide and is considered to be a true emblem of the Chianti territory. As a testimony to its long history and traditions, the estate is the proud possessor of a unique patrimony of old Riserva wines which date back as far as 1937. Unfortunately wines preceding this vintage were lost during the Second World War. The Riserva is produced only on better vintages. Intense ruby-red in colour. On the nose it has notes of forest berries, marasca cherries and spices. On the palate it is soft, elegant and velvety with good structure that is characterised by soft tannins. The 2001 harvest was characterised by an early start. A long hot summer followed, a prolonged drought that lasted until the end of August. When the rain finally did arrive, in mid-September, the very welcome rainfall allowed the vines to complete the ripening of the grapes.
Red Wine by Badia a Coltibuono from Tuscany, Italy. Due to the even climate, 2005 produced well-balanced wines with good concentration. Intense ruby color, forest berry notes with spicy overtones. Full-flavored, soft, with well-balanced acidity. Clean and persistent aftertaste.
Red Wine by Banfi from Tuscany, Italy. Number 29 on Wine Spectator Top 100 Wines of 2004! This wine shows an incredible concentration of fruit, with loads of berries and spices on the nose. Full-bodied, with soft and silky tannins and lots of smoky character. Goes for a long time on the finish. Always a benchmark for the region. Best after 2005. 55,000 cases made. - Wine Spectator
Red Wine by Banfi from Tuscany, Italy. Chianti has long been regarded by many as the most Italian of wines, not only because it is the most widely produced classified wine, but also because it possesses a unique personality. Banfi Chianti Classico embodies all of the characteristics that have made this wine an enduring classic: an alluring bouquet of black fruit and violets; rich flavors of cherry and leather; supple tannins and good acidity for dining. Fermentation takes place with a traditional skin contact of 8 to 10 days. Aging in French oak barriques for 7 months follows. Bottling is carried out in the summer following the harvest. Banfi Chianti Classico is the perfect accompaniment to a wide variety of foods, including red-sauced pastas, grilled meats, and roasts.
White Wine by Banfi from Veneto, Italy. Pinot Grigio and Chardonnay are nurtured to perfection in select hillside vineyards of the Banfi estate in Montalcino, Tuscany. The grapes are gently pressed, followed by vinification in bianco, or off the skins at low temperatures in stainless steel resulting in a delightfully harmonious wine. Le Rime, pale straw in color, is an aromatic, fruity white wine with a crisp finish replete with refreshing acidity. Served chilled, Le Rime is the perfect partner to a full range of foods including pasta, vegetables, fish, seafood, veal and poultry dishes.
1 cent shipping through June 15th. Details at wine. comWhite Wine by Bartenura from Italian, Italy. Crisp and refreshing, semi sweet, with lingering pear, tangerine, nectar and melon flavors on the finish. Best Served With: Hors D'oeuvres or sipping at poolside ice cold and perfect with dessert or fresh fruit.
White Wine by Bartenura from Italian, Italy. This wine is on the sweet side, with fruit flavors kept alive by the decent acidity. The palate bubbles and tingles and maintains its balance. It is best served with fish, salads, cheeses, chicken and desserts.
Non-Vintage by Bellavista from Italian, Italy. Of all the Bellavista wines, Brut Cuvee best represents the characteristic qualities of Franciacorta. Its balance derives from the blending of at least thirty selections. The addition of some older wines, with their distinctive perfumes and flavours, confers consistency to the taste, plus roundness and finesse. The grapes used are 90% Chardonnay and 10% Pinot Bianco and Pinot Nero. The mousse is white, lively and persistent, the bubbles small and long-lasting. The colour is light yellow with hints of green. The perfume is full, inviting, rich in ripe fruits, chlorophyll and vanilla; these perfumes are fully reflected in the taste, and are echoed in the aftertaste.
Red Wine by Bertani from Veneto, Italy. Grape varieties: 70% Corvina Veronese, 25% Rondinella, 5% Molinara Color: Bright ruby red Bouquet: Intensely aromatic, with alluring scents of fresh, ripe cherries and plums Taste: Dry and well rounded, with flavors of red berries and an appealing hint of almond in the finish Serving Suggestions: Enjoy with red meats, roasts and hard cheeses
White Wine by Bertani from Veneto, Italy. Blend: 60/40 Chardonnay and Garganega grapes Color: Straw with green reflections Bouquet: Inviting aroma of acacia blossoms and lightly toasted almonds Taste: Dry and assertive yet elegant with a full, intense flavor and pleasingly spicy character. A graceful, elegant white wine.
Red Wine by Cabutto from Piedmont, Italy. This magnificent wine has truly earned the coveted title of Superiore. Crafted from only the very best Barbera grapes and pressed in low bins, it was attentively vinified from beginning to end. After soaking in the skins for an additional two weeks, the juice was aged for a year in oak barriques. Finally, a controlled refinement was insisted in the bottles before releasing the wine for sale. The result? Glorious structure and delicacy! The shimmering ruby red color and deep garnet shades show beautifully in the glass. You'll love the intense notes of mature red fruits and berries and the full, round, well-balanced body. It's warm and harmonious, and offers a very long finish. With its big, noble tannins, it's the perfect complement to all your favorite red meats.
Red Wine by Cabutto from Piedmont, Italy. Harvested during the second week of September, these Dolcetto grapes are always the very first variety picked each year. A clone selection from a very old vine ensures that this ancient vineyard will live on. For this wine, the juice was left in contact with the skins for 5 days, then fermented it in stainless steel bins at a maximum temperature of 28 C. And now, ancient history repeats itself with another magnificent vintage! The intense ruby red and violet shades surround fragrant notes of roses and grapes. The wine is full-bodied and well-balanced, with a delicate almond aftertaste. Pair it with everyday fare, such as pasta, white meats, and cheeses - and enjoy the simple delights of an ageless Italian treasure!
Non-Vintage by Canella from Veneto, Italy. Brilliant straw yellow with fine, persistent perlage, fruity aromas of peach, apple, pear and citrus fruit, the palate gracefully balances zingy acidity and a subtle hint of sweetness, richness and silky-smooth texture.
Red Wine by Cantele from Southern Italy, Italy. An amazing bargain. this is dense, rich, powerful stuff, its tannins stretching through the spicy, mineral-laden red fruit like runner's muscles, long and strong. Drink it now with bacon-wrapped pork loin, but make sure to stash a few bottles in the cellar, too: this should hold well for at least another five years. -Wines & Spirits Primitivo is sourced from vineyards located between the provinces of Lecce and Brindisi and planted with a density of about 5,000 units per hectare. Average age of the vines is between 35 and 40 years. In the new, modern cellar the wine is fermented in stainless steel vats where for the most part it also ages, although certain amount spends up to six months in wood.
Red Wine by Castello di Bossi from Tuscany, Italy. The wine exhibits a deep ruby color with spicy aromas of tamarind. Soft and creamy on the palate with a structure that is powerful without being aggressive. Made from 85% Sangiovese and 15% Merlot The first vintage was bottled in 1993, and 50,000 bottles are produced annually. Production area: Pista dei Cavalli - located 875-1,060 ft. above sea level, with South/West exposure and a Tufo/ Clay/ Lime/ Stone soil composition Vineyard characteristics: 37.5 acres planted in 1985 -1995 with a density of 2,160 vines per acre. The vines are planted in the Spur - Pruned - Cordon method and yield 2.15 tons per acre. The harvest was carried out in October 1-10 Vinification & Aging Type of Press: Method of extraction: Pump Overs Length of Maceration: 20-22 days Fermented in Barrels at a temperature of 82-86 degrees for 7 - 8 days. Aging Container: Type: Allier barriques The wine is aged for 2 years followed by an additional 26 Months in bottle prior to release from the winery. Analytical Data Total Acidity: 6.2 gram(s) per liter pH: 3.0 Dry Extract: 28.40 gram(s) per liter Alcohol Content: 13.5 % alc. by volume Residual Sugars: < 2 gram(s) per liter
Red Wine by Castello di Bossi from Tuscany, Italy. The vinification of grapes occurs in steel vats. The vines used are Sangiovese 90%, Canaiolo 3% and Merlot 7%. The composition can change a little every single grape harvest. The wine matures in French wood barrels for about 6/8 months. Intense ruby colour, of great luminosity. Sweet sensations of toasted oak exalt the fruity component, where one can smell clear scents of mature cherry, refined by very elegant floral notes of violet. Just at a first tasting one can note the solidity of the product, witnessed by a good structure, where the tannis achieve the right balance with the alcoholic component. Long lasting taste, extremely enjoyable.
Red Wine by Castello di Bossi from Tuscany, Italy. Made from 100% Sangiovese grapes. The grapes were crushed and macerated in contact with the skins for 7 days. After fermentation was complete, the wine was transferred to stainless steel tanks and barriques for 18 months. Sweet sensations of berry and toasted oak are matched by aromas of ripe cherry and violet. Fruit, tannin and alcohol achieve an elegant balance that carries through to the lingering finish. Chianti is the quintessential match for the earthy, rustic quality of traditional Tuscan cooking. Pairs well with bean dishes, pastas and roasted meats.
Non-Vintage by Cavit from Trentino-Alto Adige, Italy. Lunetta (Little Moon in Italian) celebrates life's small pleasures. The grapes are handpicked and vinified at Cavit's state-of-the-art sparkling wine facility in the northern Italian region of Trentino, dedicated exclusively to producing world-class sparkling wines. Enticing aromas of apple and peach give way to a palate that is refreshing, and harmonious, with crisp fruit flavors and a clean finish. Lunetta Prosecco is delightful as an aperitif or enjoyed with antipasti, hors d'oeuvres, sushi, shellfish and seafood.
Red Wine by Col d'Orcia from Tuscany, Italy. Color: Deep ruby red Bouquet: Complex and fresh, with inviting fruit aromas balanced by oak-imparted spices. Taste: Well-structured and full-bodied, with fine tannins that promise great aging capacity. The finish is long and impressive. Serving Suggestions: An ideal companion to red meat entrees, hearty stews and assorted cheeses.
Red Wine by Col d'Orcia from Tuscany, Italy. Color: Intense ruby with vivid purple reflections Bouquet: Strong aromas of spices and ripe cherries Taste: Harmonious and pleasant, with the soft and fruity aromas of the Ciliegiolo and Merlot supported by the noble structure of the Sangiovese
Dessert, Fortified & Fruit Wine by Coppo from Piedmont, Italy. Made from 100% Moscato d'Asti grown in hillside vineyards and harvested in mid-September. The must is fermented in tank until the wine has reached 5.5% alcohol. Aging is minimal, resulting in a bright yellow wine with pale highlights and a fine perlage. The bouquet is refreshing and delicate with aromas of peach, pear and the characteristic fragrance of Moscato. Moncalvina is an elegant, slightly sweet and sparkling wine.
Dessert, Fortified & Fruit Wine by Coppo from Piedmont, Italy. Brilliant yellow color with some green highlights. The nose is refreshing and delicate with scents of peach, pear and the characteristic fragrance of Moscato. An elegant, slightly sweet, sparkling wine. Excellent on its own or with panettone (a typical Italian Christmas cake) and other light pastries.
Red Wine by Da Vinci from Tuscany, Italy. 85% Sangiovese, 10% Merlot, 5% Syrah 15% of the wine matured in a combination of new and old French oak barrels Color: Clear, ruby-red Bouquet: Aromas of ripe plums, cherries and fresh red fruit accented by peppery notes. Palate: Well balanced and medium weight wine with flavors of ripe plums, cherries and red fruit. Lively with a soft mineral finish and round tannins that linger in a long peppery finish. Delicious with all starters, pastas and meat dishes. Serve slightly below room temperature (18? C).
Red Wine by Danzante from Italian, Italy. Cherry and plum flavors with hints of spice and cedar. A medium-bodied wine with soft tannins meant to be enjoyed while young and fresh. This Sangiovese pairs well with hearty foods like roasted chicken, lamb or beef stews, roasted pork loin, aged cheeses or pasta with meat sauce.
Red Wine by Danzante from Italian, Italy. This Chianti has a deep ruby red color and an open, fruity bouquet layered with fragrances of cherries, wild red berry and spices. The balanced complexity and the vivid, persistent fruit flavors of this intense red wine make it the perfect accompaniment for a wide variety of foods like pork and beef or pasta dishes with creamy sauces.
Red Wine by Di Majo Norante from Southern Italy, Italy. This Sangiovese exhibits a fresh bouquet of violets, woodland berries, spices and leather. Deliciously smooth, plush and juicy on the palate with loads of ripe fruit, Di Majo Sangiovese is recommended with pasta, pizza, sausages, parmigiana and grilled meats.
White Wine by Ecco Domani from Trentino-Alto Adige, Italy. Blend: 94% Pinot Grigio, 6% Chardonnay This wine has a clear, straw yellow color, with light golden reflections. A low concentration of Surmaturo grapes gives the wine tropical fruit notes that make the vintage truly unique. The wine possesses pleasant floral and tropical fruit aromas, and has a light, crisp, clean and refreshing flavor, with fruit character and refined elegance.
Red Wine by Falesco from Southern Italy, Italy. Deep ruby red in color, very spicy and rich in aroma. Blackberry, tobacco and vanilla come through on the palate. The finish is long and pleasant. Recommended with spicier dishes and sauces. A favorite with lamb. The 2004 Merlot Pesano was aged five months in small barrels prior to being released. Cotarella is a wizard when it comes to Merlot. This deep ruby/purple-hued effort reveals scents of roasted coffee beans, blackberries, spice box, and a hint of white chocolate. Dense, soft, and everything a Merlot should be, it tastes like a Merlot priced 2-3 times higher. Enjoy it over the next several years. -Wine Advocate
White Wine by Falesco from Southern Italy, Italy. Made from a blend of 60% Trebbiano, 30% Malvasia and 10% Roscetto grown in various estate vineyards in Montefiascone. Vinified in stainless steel tanks, this young wine is straw colored with a bouquet of ripe fruit. On the palate the wine exhibits soft flavors of pear and melon.
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