Acclaim

“This elegant red offers enticing aromas of rose, strawberry and cherry, with a hints of tobacco and spice. Firm and wellbalanced, showing sweet fruit intertwined with tannins on the finish. Best from 2017 through 2033. 2,000 cases made.” – B.S., Wine Spectator, Nov. 2014

“Deftly oaked, this red shows hints of vanilla and toast complementing its cherry, menthol, black pepper, leather and light tar flavors. Firm and graceful, more savory than fruity, with solid grip on the spice-tinged finish. Best from 2017 through 2032. 1,333 cases made.” – B.S, Wine Spectator, Dec. 2014

“There’s a hard outer shell to this monolithic red, with an inner core of sweet cherry, raspberry, cinnamon, mint, flowers and mineral. Layered and persistent, with fine intensity marking the long aftertaste. Shows excellent balance and potential. Best from 2018 through 2036. 875 cases made.” – B.S Wine Spectator, Dec. 2014

“White pepper aromas lead off, along with flavors of cherry and black currant. Expressive and fruity up front, this presents tight-grained, assertive tannins on the back end. Needs some time to harmonize. Best from 2018 through 2035. 393 cases made.” – B.S., Wine Spectator, Dec. 2014

“Raspberry, cherry, tea and tar notes combine in this lean, wiry red. Finishes with beefy tannins and moderate length. Drink now through 2019. 1,666 cases made.” – B.S., Wine Spectator, Dec. 2014

“The 2009 Carignano del Sulcis Superiore Terre Brune delivers one of the best incarnations of this landmark wine from Sardinia. A small percentage of Bovaleddu grapes are added to this rich and succulent Carignano. Terre Brune is an extremely vintage sensitive wine that can taste gritty or rustic in challenging years. But this 2009 expression is remarkably smooth and supple with long freshness and fruit ripeness to add momentum. The wine has only just started its bottle evolution, so you can hold it for five years or more.” -Wine Advocate, Dec. 2014

“Violet, perfumed berry, forest floor, grilled herb and anisette aromas jump out of the glass of this vibrant wine. The focused palate offers crushed wild cherry and black raspberry along with accents of white pepper, cinnamon, licorice and mint. It’s balanced with brisk acidity and firm but refined tannins. Drink 2020–2030.” -Kerin O’Keefe, Wine Enthusiast, Dec. 2014

“Menthol, crushed flower, red raspberry and savory herb aromas unfold in the glass. The palate conveys juicy red cherry, white pepper and cinnamon alongside supple tannins. It’s surprisingly accessible for such a young Barolo. Drink 2016–2022.” -Kerin O’Keefe, Wine Enthusiast, Dec. 2014

“A beautiful blend of 85% Carignano and 15% Shiraz, the 2009 Shardana is a supple and gorgeous wine to pair with pork, lamb or beef medallions. This fullbodied expression bursts open with thick blackberry and cassis backed by supple spice, smoke and cured meat. There is a gamey-meaty side to the wine that makes it so ideal to pair with hearty winter dishes. The Syrah component adds a great amount of textural richness to the finish. This wine should hold nicely over the next ten years.” -Wine Advocate, Dec. 2014

Cellar Selection “From one of Valpolicella’s storied estates, this single-vineyard Amarone combines structure and elegance. It seamlessly weaves together intense sensations of crushed black plum, blackberry, black pepper, cinnamon, tilled earth and leather. Balanced with fresh acidity and velvety tannins, it boasts an extraordinarily smooth texture. Drink 2015–2025.” -Kerin O’Keefe, Wine Enthusiast, Dec. 2014