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Producer Wine Vintage Publication Date Score Detail
Carpineta Fontalpino Chianti Classico “Fontalpino” DOCG 2021 Wine Spectator 91
Verbiage

A pretty red, evoking rose, cherry, strawberry and subtle herb aromas and flavors. Though elegant, this is firmly structured, with a hint of black pepper on the finish. Drink now through 2029. 1,800 cases made, 500 cases imported.

Carpineta Fontalpino Montaperto Chianti Classico DOCG Gran Selezione 2018 Wine Spectator 91
Verbiage

Brisk and lean, with raspberry, cherry and currant fruit fused to a bony structure. Ends with a crisp, compact feel, with earth and iron accents adding interest. Drink now through 2033. 250 cases made, 50 cases imported.

Pietradolce Etna Rosso DOC 2022 Wine Enthusiast 92
Verbiage
The predominantly cool, fresh and earthy nose also features astringent, subtly warm aromas of tea leaves, hibiscus, plums, cranberries and orange peels. On the palate, those sour fruit notes are accentuated by almost metallic overtones of citrus and pepper. Acid fizzes in the background. — Danielle Callegari
Carpineta Fontalpino Do ut Des IGT 2018 Wine Spectator 90
Verbiage

Though medium-bodied, this red is broad and sports raspberry, black currant, violet and leafy underbrush flavors. Gains support from lively acidity and beefy tannins, with a lasting impression of ripe fruit. Petit Verdot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. Drink now through 2030. 2,000 cases made, 400 cases imported.

Bucci Verdicchio Classico Riserva Villa Bucci DOC 2018 Wine Spectator 91
Verbiage

A rich white in a well-knit, light- to medium-bodied frame. Features flavors of baked pear, peach skin, smoked almond, lemon thyme and pastry cream enlivened by lemony acidity. Long and creamy on the palate. Elegant, with a fresh, focused finish. Drink now through 2028. 1,500 cases made, 100 cases imported.

Conti Costanti Vermiglio Rosso di Montalcino DOC 20 Wine Spectator 90
Verbiage

A dense red permeated by plum, black cherry, earth and mineral flavors. Firm and energetic, with a layer of well-integrated tannins lining the finish. Drink now through 2027. 400 cases made, 90 cases imported.

Pietradolce Sant’Andrea Bianco IGT 2018 Wine Spectator 94
Verbiage

The tarnished brass gleam of this deeply hued white, as well as the enticing aromas of sun-warmed peach skin, saffron and oyster shell, draws you into the glass, where a rich range of flavor awaits. Notes of dried apricot, white cherry, orange pith, almond skin, clove and honeycomb are set on a fine, chalky texture and backed by well-honed acidity, with a waft of Mediterranean scrub. A distinctive version, for sitting and sipping or pairing with grilled seafood or shellfish. Carricante. Drink now through 2033. 150 cases made, 20 cases imported.

Pietradolce Etna Rosso Barbagalli DOC 2018 Wine Spectator 93
Verbiage

An elegant red, with good focus to the finely detailed range of ripe raspberry and mulberry fruit, lavender, sage, black tea leaf, loamy earth, sandalwood and anise. Long and mouthwatering, with supple tannins firming the spiced finish. Drink now through 2034. 209 cases made, 82 cases imported.

Pietradolce Feudo di Mezzo Etna Rosso DOC 2019 Wine Spectator 92
Verbiage

Floral and fragrant on the nose, this enticing red shows a beam of plumped cherry, with hints of sandalwood, anise and clove, plus notes of fresh earth and mineral. Framed by creamy tannins and racy acidity, this expands on the palate and lingers on the finish. Drink now through 2029. 100 cases made, 38 cases imported.

Pietradolce Contrada Santo Spirito Etna Rosso DOC 2019 Wine Spectator 91
Verbiage

Well-spiced, with a minerally underpinning and tightly meshed notes of black raspberry, singed orange peel and licorice string, plus a hint of espresso crema. Fresh and firm on the lingering finish. Best from 2025 through 2030. 400 cases made, 38 cases imported.

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