Acclaim

“There’s a salty and fresh undertone to the dried-pear and peach character that reminds me of the sea. Medium-bodied, bright and intense. Drink now.” – James Suckling, Oct. 22, 2018

“Another rosé that’s quite reductive at first, but it opens up into classic Cerasuolo cherry fruit with rose water and nectarines. Medium to full body, some fresh acidity and a fruity finish. Drink now.” – James Suckling, Oct. 22, 2018

“Bold and tannic, but much more ripe fruit than some of this producer’s other wines and the tannins are also rather well integrated. Short finish, but quite good harmony. Drink now.” – James Suckling, Oct. 22, 2018

“Very pretty lime and mineral character to this, on both the nose and palate. Medium-bodied, dense and fresh. Vibrant and intense. Drink now.” – James Suckling, Oct. 22, 2018

“Shows terrific purity, featuring rose, cherry, strawberry and graphite aromas and flavors. Delivers plenty of finesse alongside a firm structure. Offers excellent balance and a lingering aftertaste. Drink now through 2032.” -B.S., Wine Spectator, Oct. 15, 2018

“A complex, balanced red, with a vibrant structure uplifting the cherry, plum, leather, mineral and underbrush flavors. Not powerful, but lingers and is ready to enjoy. Drink now through 2024.” -B.S., Wine Spectator, Oct. 15, 2018

“Leans toward the exotic side, with raspberry jam, boysenberry, vanilla, toast and tobacco flavors. Ripe and flamboyant, yet with serious structure underneath. Fine length. Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. Drink now through 2024.” -B.S., Wine Spectator, Oct. 15, 2018

“A traditional amaro made with arugula leaves, citrus, roots and spices, this inky-dark liqueur has a slightly viscous palate that balances sweet, bitter and spiced notes, showing hints of espresso and bitter chocolate. Drink as a digestivo or pair with coffee.” -Kara Newman, Wine Enthusiast, Oct. 1, 2018

“Although this is a cooler, less Barbera-friendly vintage compared to the lavish 2015 edition, the 2016 Barbera d’Alba Vignota pulls off a lot of the same magic. This wine is generous and forthcoming with dark fruit stacked wide and tall. The grapes are harvested from five separate vineyard sites. Each is vinified separately and blended only after the malolactic fermentations are finished. Bouquet highlights include salty mineral notes that make a perfect pairing partner to fatty foods like deviled eggs or bite-sized sandwiches with mayonnaise. The alcohol is high at 15%, but it also serves to keep the palate stripped clean.” – Monica Larner, WIne Advocate, Sept. 30, 2018

“This is the second vintage this wine was made. The 2014 Barolo Castelletto Vigna Pressenda sees fruit from a 1.3-hectare parcel (with sandy soils) that was planted in 1986. Among the various Barolo wines produced by Conterno Fantino in 2014, this is the leanest and the most accessible. The bouquet is fragrant, balanced and bright with wild berries, spice, tar and red rose. This Barolo offers great intensity and volume that makes it almost ready to drink.” – Monica Larner, WIne Advocate, Sept. 30, 2018