SANROSÉ ZERO ‘18

IGP dell’ Emilia
Terra Quilia
Societá Agricola
Emilia Romagna, Italy
Semi-Sparkling Rose
ABV 11.5%
Sangiovese 100%

Bottled during the first fermentation. Disgorgement à la volèe after at least 20 months on the lees. Exciting nose, pink grapefruit, wild strawberries, intense & persistent. Strong acidity that balances the exuberant fruit, the final flavor that remains on the tongue. Tasty & refreshing.

ENJOYMENT
Service Temperature 50 F (10 C)
Glassware Not too large glass, like Riesling or Chablis
Best drinking period 6-12 months from disgorgement
Decanting Not necessary
Pairing Aperitif, raw fish, mortadella
Situation Friendly moments
Awards

 

IL BIANCO DI GUIGLIA ‘19

IGP dell’ Emilia
Terra Quilia
Societá Agricola
Emilia Romagna, Italy
White Wine
ABV 11.0%
Pignoletto 50%,
Trebbiano 30%,
Moscato 20%

Wine is one of the pillars of the Mediterranean diet as an index of well-being & can really be a “healthy habit” bringing benefits day after day, consumed in moderation & above all without chemical additives & adds-on substances. Following the white vinification after cold maceration on the fine lees. Refining in bottle for at least 15 months. Lashing acidity, citrus fruits, aromatic herbs. Revitalizing. With its own natural sediment.

BAROLO GALINA ‘08

DOCG Barolo
Crissante Alessandria
La Morra
Piemonte, Italy
Red Wine
ABV 15.0%
Nebbiolo 100%

Also known as “King of Wines” & “Wine of Kings,” is made from Nebbiolo grapes. This ‘08 vintage has been our favrite by far due to its richness, depth, & elegant tannins. Winner of a Silver medal at the 2019 TEXSOM International Wines Competition.

BRUNELLO DI MONTALCINO ‘11

DOCG Brunello
di Montalcino
Beatesca Azienda
Agricola
Toscana, Italy
Red Wine
ABV 14.0%
Sangiovese 100%

Aged in French oak barrels (50% the first process and 50% the second process) for two years; then in the bottle for an additional two years. Deep ruby red color with garnet hues. Red berries fruit jam, with hints of plum & sweet tobacco sensations; it is full, warm & creamy, with ripe tannins & dark chocolate; the taste is complex yet balanced & consistent with these aromas.

ENJOYMENT
Service Temperature 64 F (18 C)
Glassware Full-bodied red wine crystal glass wide opening on the top
Best drinking period From the fifth year on
Decanting Al least 1 hour
Pairing Red meats

Important fish dishes (caciucco fish stew, inzimino)

Situation At the table and enjoying alone
Awards The wines of Veronelli

The wines of Luca Maroni

International Wine Report

BRUNELLO DI MONTALCINO ‘13

DOCG Brunello
di Montalcino
Beatesca Azienda
Agricola
Toscana, Italy
Red Wine
ABV 14.0%
Sangiovese 100%

Aged in French oak barrels (50% the first process and 50% the second process) for two years; then in the bottle for an additional two years. Deep ruby red color with garnet hues. Red berries fruit jam, with hints of plum & sweet tobacco sensations; it is full, warm & creamy, with ripe tannins & dark chocolate; the taste is complex yet balanced & consistent with these aromas.

BOLGHERI VILLE RUSTICHE ‘16

DOCG Bolgheri
Superiore
Eucaliptus Azienda
Agricola
Toscana, Italy
Red Wine
ABV 14.5%
Cab. Sauvignon 70%,
Merlot 20%,
Petit Verdot 10%

Cuvée of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc & Petit Verdot & the faithful expression of unique terroir developed in harmony with nature. Dark color with complex nose of black berries, spices & cedar. Rich, dense palate.  Balanced by a refined & firm tannic structure, lifted by a juicy & bright acidity.

RUGÉ ‘15

DOC Barbera
d’Alba Superiore
Crissante Alessandria
in La Morra
Piemonte, Italy
Red Wine
ABV 15.0%
Barbera d’Alba 100%

Big brother of Barbera d’Alba, refined in the “Barolo style” that means in French oak barrels (tonneaux) of 7q for 12 months (added designation of Superiore). Ruby with garnet nuances, offers red fruits, blackcurrant & berry, licorice & mature cherry. Rich & harmonious, full bodied, with a very long aftertaste.

 

CHIANTI RESERVA ‘15

DOCG Chianti
Rufina Reserva
Frascole Azienda
Agricola
Toscana, Italy
Red Wine
ABV 14.0%
Sangiovese 90%,
Colorino 10%

Elegant & sophisticated. Fresh, fruity with cherry & mineral aromas, silky tannins & long finish. Very much in line with the natural delicacy that is the key signature of the Rufina appellation.

VALPOLICELLA CLASSICO SUPERIORE ‘16

DOC Valpolicella
Classico Superiore
Clementi Azienda
Agricola
Veneto, Italy
Red Wine
ABV 13.0%
Corvina e Corvinon 65%,
Rondinella 30%,
Molinara 5%

Harvested by hand in September, the fermentation in stainless steel tanks then left in contact with the grapes to ensure color is extracted from the grapes skins. Pumping twice a day the wine is not filtered, but it is decanted four times & put in in French oak barrels of 30hl, then in second oak barrels passage, where the wine is aged for at least a year. Garnet with a bouquet of pear & red fruits, cherries, & scent of vanilla. The clean taste makes it a very drinkable wine, & easy to pair. Recommend uncorking one hour beforehand & pouring into glasses at temperature of 65° F.

ROSSO VERONESE CLEMENTI ‘15

IGT Rosso Veronese
Clementi Azienda Agricola
Veneto, Italy
Red Wine
ABV 13.5%
Corvina e Corvinone 65%,
Rondinella 30%,
Molinara 5%

Harvested by hand in October, the fermentation in stainless steel tanks then left in contact with the grapes to ensure color is extracted from the grapes skins. Pumping over twice a day, this wine is not filtered, but decanted four times and finally put French oak barrels of 30hl. Garnet with a bouquet of pear & red fruits, cherries, & a scent of vanilla. The clean taste makes it a very drinkable wine, & easy to pair. Recommend uncorking one hour beforehand & pouring into glasses at temperature of 65° F.