We are honored to again be recognized by Wine Spectator

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1 We are honored to again be recognized by Wine Spectator

2 The Story of Wine at Noto s Old World Italian Dining Wine is simply my passion! The first spark of interest in wine came at an early age for me. I remember grandpa s homemade wine tapped from the barrel of his special cellar selection, placed on the table for Sunday dinner. The hobby of wine making in my family ended with my father who proudly made his last batch of wine with grandpa in Although my father and grandpa wouldn t rank amongst the top wine makers past or present, they had a passion about wine that was passed down to me. I have had the opportunity to travel to Italy many times to gain more wine and cultural knowledge for me to share with others. I have spent time with winemakers all over Italy. I always say wine tastes best when your are drinking it in Italy...the next best thing is to drink it with friends at Noto s! I have toured these prominent vineyards and wineries and I am happy to represent them on our wine list: Ratti, Sandrone, Pio Cesare, Vietti, G.D. Vajra, Cantina del Pino, Marcarini, San Silvestro, Rocca della Macìe, Verrazzano, Col d Orcia, Bertani, Cavit, Falesco, Castello di Bossi, Cecchi, Banfi, Feudo Maccari and Planeta. I will keep you posted on my next visit. My Italian heritage will always shine through in our restaurant and this wine list. Perhaps the only down fall is that I don t drink as many wines from around the rest of the world. That may change just a bit in and I am really excited about this.

3 Our family has purchased the old Bil-Mar restaurant in Grand Haven on Lake Michigan. It will be called Noto s at the Bil-Mar. It will be a beautiful beach restaurant open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. This will give me an opportunity to write a wine list that will have representation from around the world. ( I do think it will show it s strength in Italian wines...) This restaurant will be open in the summer of 2018!! We hope you will come visit us at the beach. I love to discover more about wine. I learn by working with my suppliers who teach me about the newest wines available in Michigan. I learn through my travels to Italy. But most of all, I learn when I talk with our guests who share their experiences in wine and travel. I am most proud of our wine list at Noto s because we have collected some of the highest rated Italian wines produced, coupled with very small boutique wineries that make some of the most phenomenal wines I ve ever tasted. With over 1,200 Italian wines on our list and representation from all 20 wine producing regions, I m sure we will find that special one for you. I am the luckiest person in the world to have the opportunity to take my interest in wine and have it evolve into a passion that I hope to share with anyone who hears the pop of a cork releasing from that special vintage wine. Saluté, Joann Noto This wine list is dedicated to the memory of my friend, George Pecor, who shared his knowledge of Italian wine with me and my family.

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5 Noto s Fine Italian Wines INDEX PAGE Red Wines by the Glass...2 White / Rosé / Sparkling Wines by the Glass...3 Sparkling Wines Bottles of Wine $50 and Under Bottles of Wine $50 - $ Rare Selection of Angelo Gaja Wines...10 Rare Vertical Wines...18 A Special Selection of Brunello from Toscana...20 Red Wines of Toscana ~ Chianti...41 Library Collection of Badia a Coltibuono...44 Red Wines of Toscana...45 White Wines of Toscana...63 Rosé Wine of Toscana...63 A Special Selection of Barolo from Piemonte...64 Red Wines of Piemonte ~ Barbaresco...94 Red Wines of Piemonte / Valle d Aosta...99 White Wines of Piemonte / Valle d Aosta A Special Selection of Amarone from Veneto Red Wines of Veneto White / Rosé Wines of Veneto Red Wines of Trentino / Friuli / Basilicata / Puglia / Molise / Calabria White Wines of Trentino / Friuli / Liguria Red Wines of Umbria / Lazio / Abruzzo White Wines of Umbria / Marche / Abruzzo Red Wines of Campania White Wines of Campania White Wines of Emilia Romagna Red Wines of Lombardia / Emilia Romagna Red Wines of Sicilia White Wines of Sicilia Red Wines of Sardegna White Wines of Sardegna Dessert Wines Large Format Bottles Small Format Bottles Port Single Malt Scotch Grappa Rémy Martin Cognac Italian Spirits...137

6 Favorite Red Wines available by the Glass Tier 1 Tier 2 Tier 3 Tier 4 Tier 5 Tier 6 Tier 7 $17/Glass $65/Bottle 2014 Langhe Rosso Monsordo La Bernardina DOC, Ceretto (Piemonte) [bin 2804] 2012 Cum Laude Toscana IGT, Castello Banfi (Toscana) [bin 1724 L] 2012 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Col d Orcia (Toscana) [bin 1038 N] 2013 Barolo Albe DOCG, G.D. Vajra (Piemonte) [bin 2172 C] 2013 Barbaresco DOCG, Cantina del Pino (Piemonte) [bin 2594 D] 2013 Burdese IGT, Planeta (Sicilia) [bin 4436] $14/Glass $50/Bottle 2013 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico Capitel de Roari DOC, Luigi Righetti (Veneto) [bin 3048] 2012 Malbèc Vie Cave Maremma Toscana IGT, Aldobrandesca (Toscana) [bin 1718] 2014 Modus IGT, Ruffino (Toscana) [bin 1852] $13/Glass $45/Bottle 2014 Valpolicella Ripasso Valpantena Secco Bertani DOC, Bertani (Veneto) [bin 3511] 2015 Nebbiolo Ebbio Langhe DOC, Fontanafredda (Piemonte) [bin 2882] 2016 Rosso di Montalcino DOC, Il Poggione (Toscana) [bin 1752] $11/Glass $40/Bottle 2013 Chianti Rufina Riserva Castello di Nipozzano DOCG, Frescobaldi (Toscana) [bin 1540] 2013 Chianti Classico Riserva DOCG, Rocca delle Macìe (Toscana) [bin 1524] 2016 Cabernet Sauvignon Maremma Toscana DOC, Prelius (Toscana) [bin 1890] 2009 Merlot Vistorta DOC, Conte Brandolini (Friuli-Venezia Giulia) [bin 4004] 2015 Cerasuolo di Vittoria DOCG, Planeta (Sicilia) [bin 4437] $10/Glass $35/Bottle 2013 Chianti Classico DOCG, Bossi (Toscana) [bin 1543] 2015 Primitivo Sasseo IGT, Altemura (Puglia) [bin 4022] 2015 Pinot Noir DOC, Bottega Vinaia (Trentino) [bin 4014] $9/Glass $30/Bottle 2015 Barbera d Asti Battaglione DOP, Ratti (Piemonte) [bin 2850] 2014 Dolcetto d Alba DOC, Cantina del Pino (Piemonte) [bin 2868] $7/Glass $25/Bottle 2014 Vitiano Rosso IGT, Falesco (Umbria) [bin 4126] 2016 Le Focaie Sangiovese Maremma Toscana DOC, Rocca di Montemassi (Tocana) [bin 1900] Try a flight of 3 different wines with 2 ounces each. Ask your server! 2

7 Favorite White Wines available by the Glass Tier 1 Tier 2 Tier 3 Tier 4 Tier 5 Tier 6 $16/Glass $60/Bottle 2015 Chardonnay IGT, Planeta (Sicilia) [bin 615] $13/Glass $45/Bottle 2016 Gavi Masera DOCG, Massone (Piemonte) [bin 210] 2015 Arneis Blangé DOC, Ceretto (Piemonte) [bin 202] 2015 Müller Thurgau DOC, Kettmeir (Alto Adige) [bin 404] 2015 Greco di Tufo DOCG, Feudi di San Gregorio (Campania) [bin 550] $11/Glass $40/Bottle 2016 Moscato di Asti I Vignaioli di S. Stefano DOCG, Ceretto (Piemonte) [bin 204] 2015 Pinot Grigio IGT, Jermann (Veneto) [bin 456] 2015 Gewürztraminer DOC, Bottega Vinaia (Trentino) [bin 412] $10/Glass $35/Bottle 2016 Grechetto di Montefalco DOC, Scacciadiavoli (Umbria) [bin 506] 2015 Zisola Azisa DOC, Mazzei (Sicilia) [bin 625] 2016 Due Uve IGT, Bertani (Veneto) [bin 304] $9/Glass $30/Bottle 2016 Vermentino La Cala DOC, Sella & Mosca (Sardegna) [bin 650] 2015 Viognier Astraio DOC, Rocca di Montemassi (Toscana) [bin 102] 2016 Pinot Grigio DOC, Barone Fini (Trentino-Valdadige) [bin 406] 2016 Soave DOC, Tamellini (Veneto) [bin 310] 2016 Pecorino IGT, Niro (Abruzzo) [bin 530] $7/Glass $25/Bottle 2016 Chardonnay Vigneti delle Dolomiti IGT, Mezzacorona (Trentino-Alto Adige) [bin 400] 2014 Vernaccia di San Gimignano DOCG, Teruzzi & Puthod (Toscana) [bin 105] Favorite Rosé Wine 2016 Bertarose Rosé Chiaretto IGT, Bertani (Veneto) [bin 320] $9/Glass $30/Bottle Favorite Sparkling Wines N. V. Prosecco DOC, Zonin (Veneto) 187 ml [bin 19 D] 2016 Rosa Regale Brachetto d Aqui DOCG, Banfi (Piemonte) 187 ml [bin 902] $9/Split Alternate vintages may be offered due to availability. 3

8 The Regions of Italia Our Grandparents came to America from their birthplaces in Custonaci and Alcamo on the northern coast of historic Sicily. Custonaci Alcamo Noto Sparkling Wines Bin Wine Bottle Brut Rosé For England VSQPRD, Contratto (Oltrepò Pavese Lombardia)... $70 The nose is very fresh with tiny red fruit notes and a few aniseed aromas, followed by nuanced hazelnut. A Rosé of crisp and pure elegance. 12 N.V. Prosecco Rustico DOC, Nino Franco (Veneto)... $35 Dry, sparkling, very fresh with flavors of ripe pear and golden apple. 13 N.V. Prosecco Lunetta IGT, (Trentino)... $25 Lunetta, ( Little Moon in Italian) celebrates life s small pleasures. This delicately sparkling wine is fragrant, with enticing aromas of apple and peach. On the palate it is refreshing, dry and harmonious, with crisp fruit flavors and a clean finish. 14 N.V. Rosé Trento DOC, Rotari (Trentino)... $25 Fruity sparkling wine with elegant red berry tones. 15 A N.V. Brut Trento DOC, Ferrari (Trentino) 1.5 Liter... $95 15 B N.V. Brut Trento DOC, Ferrari (Trentino) 750 ml... $50 15 C N.V. Brut Trento DOC, Ferrari (Trentino) 375 ml... $25 The aroma is fresh and lasting, with significant overtones of ripe golden apples, wild flowers and a delicate fragrance of yeast. Clean and balanced on the palate, with a subtle and pleasant finish of ripe fruit and a hint of bread. 4

9 16 A N.V. Brut Rosé Trento DOC, Ferrari (Trentino) 750 ml... $50 16 B N.V. Brut Rosé Trento DOC, Ferrari (Trentino) 375 ml... $25 This salmon pink metodo classico sparkling wine is made from 60% Pinot Noir and 40% Chardonnay grown in northern Italy s Trentino region. The nose is distinct and refined, with a fresh fragrance of hawthorn flowers, red currants and wild strawberries. The palate is dry, clean and elegant, with a delicate finish of sweet almonds. 17 A 2006 Brut Perle Trento DOC, Ferrari (Trentino)... $70 100% Chardonnay, this vintage metodo classico sparkling wine from Trentino, Italy is made by the country s premier sparkling wine producer. It offers a bouquet that is intense and highly refined, with scents of almonds, apples, subtle spice and hints of bread crust. The palate is clean and elegant with a persistent perlage and notes of ripe apples, sweet almonds and a pleasant yeastiness. Aged over 4 years on lees before disgorgement and bottling. 17 B 2009 Brut Perle Trento DOC, Ferrari (Trentino)... $70 Yellow with golden highlights, it has a fine, persistent, caressingly silky perlage. The palate reveals a flow of intense and exhilarating sensations, in which apples, toast and citrus fruits mingle in a creamy, persistent embrace, accompanied by attractive suggestions of hazelnuts and sweet almonds. 18 A 2001 Brut Giulio Ferrari Riserva del Fondatore Trento DOC, Ferrari (Trentino)... $235 This exquisite vintage metodo classico sparkling wine is a tribute to Giulio Ferrari, founder of Italy s premier sparkling wine producer. Made from 100% Chardonnay, it is elegant and refined, with a harmonious nose of rare intensity, combining rich fruit notes with scents of honey, vanilla and white chocolate. The palate is balanced, velvety and rich, with flavors of vanilla, acacia blossoms, honey and dry hay, concluding in a lingering finish. 18 B 2005 Brut Giulio Ferrari Riserva del Fondatore Trento DOC, Ferrari (Trentino)... $235 Tiny, soft, and sparkling bubbles that light up the glass with a golden color. On the nose, fruity scents of Rennet apples and candied citrus fruits and floral scents of chamomile and lily of the valley that overlap with delightful salty and spicy notes. 19 A N.V. Prosecco DOC, Zonin (Veneto) 1.5 Liter... $50 19 B N.V. Prosecco DOC, Zonin (Veneto) 750 ml... $25 19 C N.V. Prosecco DOC, Zonin (Veneto) 375 ml... $15 19 D N.V. Prosecco DOC, Zonin (Veneto) 187 ml... $9 Bright pale straw-yellow color with a fine, clear mousse. Attractively intense; very fruity and aromatic, with hints of wisteria flowers and Rennet apples. Very well-balanced and appealing, with the extremely delicate almond note that is typical of Glera grapes. 21 N.V. Brut Franciacorta Montenisa DOCG, Marchesi Antinori (Lombardia)... $50 Chardonnay, Pinot Bianco and a little percentage of Pinot Nero make up this wine of golden yellow color with a plenty of mousse and delicate, lasting perlage. The intense aromas include hints of white peaches and apples and yeasty, toasty notes. 25 A N.V. Rose Gold Dry Rosé, Bottega Liquid Metals (Lombardia)... $50 A lovely salmon pink with persistent bubbles. Dry, fresh, fragrant and lively with intense flowery touches and ripe red fruits with a pleasant aftertaste. 25 B N.V. Venetian Gold Prosecco DOC, Bottega Liquid Metals (Veneto)... $50 This sparkling wine is straw yellow with lovely notes of white flowers and a touch of golden apple. On the palate, this wine has a vibrant and fresh mouthfeel of exotic fruits, honey, green apple and melon. 25 C N.V. Platinum Sweet Moscato, Bottega Liquid Metals (Veneto)... $50 Pale yellow with a pronounced nose of roses and a hint of peach. Pleasant and sweet with notes of candied apple and sweet peach. Lovely, persistent bubbles with a long lasting finish. Please ask your server about our Champagne Selections 5

10 50 Bottles of Wine $50 and Under The following wines have been selected by Joann Noto to assist in finding featured wines from our list up to $50 per bottle. For descriptions, please refer to the bin number from our list. The staff at Noto s is always available for assistance. Sparkling Wines Bin Wine Bottle 12 N.V. Prosecco Rustico DOC, Nino Franco (Veneto)... $35 14 N.V. Rosé DOC, Rotari (Trentino)... $25 15 B N.V. Brut Trento DOC, Ferrari (Trentino) 750 ml... $50 White Wines Bin Wine Bottle Sauvignon Blanc Enos I Maremma Toscana DOC, Montauto (Toscana)... $ Viognier Astraio DOC, Rocca di Montemassi (Toscana)... $ Pinot Grigio San Angelo IGT, Banfi (Toscana)... $ Due Uve IGT, Bertani (Veneto)... $ Soave DOC, Tamellini (Veneto)... $ Gewürztraminer DOC, Bottega Vinaia (Trentino)... $ Pinot Grigio IGT, Jermann (Veneto)... $ Vitiano Bianco IGT, Falesco (Umbria)... $ Grechetto di Montefalco DOC, Scacciadiavoli (Umbria)... $ La Segreta Bianco IGT, Planeta (Sicilia)... $ Vermentino La Cala DOC, Sella & Mosca (Sardegna)... $30 6

11 Red Wines ($50 and under) Bin Wine Bottle Chianti Classico Riserva DOCG, Nozzole (Toscana)... $ Chianti Classico Fonterutoli DOCG, Mazzei (Toscana)... $ Chianti Classico Riserva Ser Lapo DOCG, Mazzei (Toscana)... $ Malbèc Vie Cave Maremma Toscana IGT, Aldobrandesca (Toscana)... $ Rosso di Montalcino DOC, Castello Banfi (Toscana)... $ Rosso di Montalcino DOC, Il Poggione (Toscana)... $ Toscana Rosso IGT, Mazzoni (Toscana)... $ SaSyr IGT, Rocca delle Macìe (Toscana)... $ Modus IGT, Ruffino (Toscana)... $ Belgvardo Serrata Maremma Toscana IGT, Mazzei (Toscana)... $ Barbera d Alba DOC, Pio Cesare (Piemonte)... $ Barbera d Asti Ca di Pian DOCG, La Spinetta (Piemonte)... $ Barbera d Asti Superiore Le Orme DOCG, Michele Chiarlo (Piemonte)... $ Barbera d Asti Battaglione DOP, Renato Ratti (Piemonte)... $ Nebbiolo d Alba Ochetti DOC, Renato Ratti (Piemonte)... $ Arcaplà Langhe DOC, Costa di Bussia (Piemonte)... $ Dolcetto d Alba DOC, G.D. Vajra (Piemonte)... $ Dolcetto d Alba DOC, Cantina del Pino (Piemonte)... $ Nebbiolo Langhe DOC, Massolino (Piemonte)... $ Nebbiolo Valle d Aosta DOC, Caves Coopératives de Donnas (Valle d Aosta)... $ Amarone della Valpolicella Classico Capitel de Roari DOC, Righetti (Veneto)... $ Campofiorin Rosso del Veronese IGT, Masi (Veneto)... $ Rosso Veronese Secco Bertani IGT, Bertani (Veneto)... $ Carmenere Più IGT, Inama (Veneto)... $ Merlot DOC, Barone Fini (Veneto)... $ Lagrein DOC, Bottega Vinaia (Trentino)... $ Negro Amaro IGT, Feudo di San Nicola (Puglia)... $ Gaglioppo IGT, Statti (Calabria)... $ Rosso di Montefalco DOC, Scacciadiavoli (Umbria)... $ Vitiano Rosso IGT, Falesco (Umbria)... $ Sagrantino di Montefalco Carapace DOC, Tenuta Lunelli (Umbria)... $ Montepulcinao d Abruzzo DOC, Niro (Abruzzo)... $ Nero d Avola IGT, Cusumano (Sicilia)... $ Dorilli Cerasuolo di Vittoria Classico DOCG, Planeta (Sicilia)... $ Il Passo IGT, Vigneti Zabù (Sicilia)... $ Alghero Tanca Farrà DOC, Sella & Mosca (Sardegna)... $40 7

12 50 Bottles of Wine $50 - $150 The following wines have been selected by Joann Noto to assist in finding featured wines from our list between $50 - $150 per bottle. For descriptions, please refer to the bin number from our list. The staff at Noto s is always available for assistance. Sparkling Wines Bin Wine Bottle Brut Rosé For England VSQPRD, Contratto (Oltrepò Pavese Lombardia)... $ Brut Perle Trento DOC, Ferrari... $70 White Wines Bin Wine Bottle W Dreams Bianco IGT, Jermann (Friuli Venezia Giulia)... $ Chardonnay IGT, Planeta (Sicilia)... $ Cometa IGT, Planeta (Sicilia)... $ Carricante Eruzione 1614 Etna IGT, Planeta (Sicilia)... $60 Red Wines Bin Wine Bottle 1006 F 2006 Brunello di Montalcino Castelgiocondo DOCG, Frescobaldi (Toscana)... $ D 2001 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Il Poggione (Toscana)... $ F 2000 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Castello Banf (Toscana)... $ D 2008 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Casanova di Neri (Toscana)... $ Chianti Rufina Montesodi DOCG, Frescobaldi (Toscana)... $ Chianti Classico DOCG Castello di Fonterutoli, Fonterutoli (Toscana)... $ Chianti Classico DOCG, Rocca di Montegrossi (Toscana)... $ A 1999 Bolgheri Tenuta Guado al Tasso Superiore DOC, Antinori (Toscana)... $ A 2003 Poggio al Lupo IGT, Tenuta Sette Ponti (Toscana)... $ Merlot Girolamo IGT, Bossi (Toscana)... $85 8

13 More Red Wines ($50-$150) Bin Wine Bottle Geremia IGT, Rocca di Montegrossi (Toscana)... $ Mix 36 Toscana IGT, Mazzei (Toscana)... $ Philip Toscana IGT, Mazzei (Toscana)... $ Belgvardo Maremma Toscana IGT, Mazzei (Toscana)... $ Vino Nobile di Montepulciano DOCG, Boscarelli (Toscana)... $ Montepergoli Bolgheri Rosso Superiore DOC, Santini (Toscana)... $ I 2007 Barolo DOCG, Pio Cesare (Piemonte)... $ C 2001 Barolo Tortoniano DOCG, Michele Chiarlo (Piemonte)... $ B 2003 Barolo DOCG, Massolino (Piemonte)... $ B 2006 Barolo Bricco delle Viole DOCG, G.D. Vajra (Piemonte)... $ D 2004 Barbaresco Bric Bilan DOCG, Moccagatta (Piemonte)... $ B 2006 Barberesco Asij DOCG, Ceretto (Piemonte)... $ Gattinara DOCG, Travaglini (Piemonte)... $ Langhe Freisa Kyè DOC, G.D. Vajra (Piemonte)... $ Amarone della Valpolicella Classico Corte Bra DOC, Sartori (Veneto)... $ Amarone della Valpolicella Classico DOCG, Sartori (Veneto)... $ Amarone della Valpolicella Classico DOCG, Marchesi Biscardo (Veneto)... $ Rubesco Rosso di Torgiano Riserva Monticchio DOCG, Lungarotti (Umbria)... $ Sagrantino di Montefalco DOCG, Scacciadiavoli (Umbria)... $ Merlot Montiano IGT, Falesco (Umbria)... $ Sagrantino di Montefalco Carapace DOC, Tenuta Lunelli (Umbria)... $ Irpinia Naturalis Historia IGT, Mastroberardino (Campania)... $ Serpico IGT, Feudi di San Gregorio (Campania)... $ Sfursat, 5 Stelle DOC, Nino Negri (Valtellina/Lombardia)... $ B 2003 Nero d Avola Saia Terre Sicilia IGT, Feudo Maccari (Sicilia)... $ Mahâris IGT, Feudo Maccari (Sicilia)... $ Syrah IGT, Planeta (Sicilia)... $ Nero d Avola Santa Cecilia IGT, Planeta (Sicilia)... $ Sicilia Zisola Doppiozeta IGT, Mazzei (Sicilia)... $ Zisola Effe Emme Sicilia IGT, Mazzei (Sicilia)... $ Marchese di Villamarina Cabernet Sauvignon DOC, Tenuta Sella & Mosca (Sardegna)... $ Barolo Gromis DOCG, Gaja (Piemonte)... $ B 2001 Magari, Ca Marcanda IGT, Gaja (Toscana)... $ E 2006 Promis, Ca Marcanda IGT, Gaja (Toscana)... $75 9

14 Rare Selection of Angelo Gaja Wines Bin Wine Bottle 6000 A 1998 Barbaresco DOCG, Gaja (Piemonte)... $350 Loads of cherry, raspberry and mineral aromas. Full-bodied, with soft, well-knit tannins and a long finish B 1999 Barbaresco DOCG, Gaja (Piemonte)... $ pts. WS One of Italy s great red wines, produced from Nebbiolo grapes grown in the Langhe area of Piemonte. The wine takes its name from the village of its origin. Long, complex finish with fine, silk-like tannins and good acidity. Dense structure, full of super-ripe fruit C 2000 Barbaresco DOCG, Gaja (Piemonte) 750 ml... $ D 2000 Barbaresco DOCG, Gaja (Piemonte) 375 ml... $ pts. WS Collectibles Like smelling a bouquet of flowers and then a bowl of raspberries. Full-bodied, with perfectly integrated tannins and a very fine, silky texture. Long and caressing E 2001 Barbaresco DOCG, Gaja (Piemonte)... $375 Collectibles Gorgeous aromas of blackberries and ripe strawberries follow through to a full-bodied palate with fine tannins and a clean, fresh finish F 2003 Barbaresco DOCG, Gaja (Piemonte) 750 ml... $ G 2003 Barbaresco DOCG, Gaja (Piemonte) 375 ml... $150 Dazzling aromas of forest fruits, plums, licorice and tar appear with maximum finesse H 2004 Barbaresco DOCG, Gaja (Piemonte)... $ pts. WS There s an excellent balance of fruit and tannins, with vanilla, flowers and berries throughout, along with tar. Full and racy, with a long finish I 2005 Barbaresco DOCG, Gaja (Piemonte) 750 ml... $ J 2005 Barbaresco DOCG, Gaja (Piemonte) 375 ml... $200 Long, complex finish with fine, silk-like tannins and good acidity; dense structure, full of super-ripe fruit K 2006 Barbaresco DOCG, Gaja (Piemonte)... $375 Elegant, rigidly linear and pristine, with well-defined notes of ripe berry fruit and soft spice. It s an amazing achievement that tastes compact and opulent at the same time A 1995 Barolo Sperss DOCG, Gaja (Piemonte)... $ pts. WS Power and charm combine in this exotic, black-colored, beautifully perfumed, balanced Barolo. Nice sweet tannins, full body, exciting violet, blackberry, mint, smoke and tar notes, with a rock-solid but harmonious finish B 1997 Sperss DOC, Gaja (Piemonte)... $ pts. WS Full-bodied with impressive weight and richness combined with great purity and complexity. 10

15 6002 C 2000 Sperss DOC, Gaja (Piemonte)... $ pts. WS Collectibles Incredible amount of fruit and character in this wine, with mint, mineral, blackberry and plum aromas turning to tobacco and tar. Full-bodied, with an iron-cast core of fruit and velvety tannins and a long, long finish. Incredibly tight and powerful. From Gaja s 30-acre vineyard in the Barolo-producing zone of Serralunga. 2,800 cases made D 2001 Sperss DOC, Gaja (Piemonte)... $550 Superclean, with raspberry, plum and cedar aromas and flavors, with a hint of vanilla. Full-bodied, with silky tannins and a long, caressing finish E 2003 Sperss DOC, Gaja (Piemonte)... $ pts. WS The nose of this wine is so precise, with perfume, rose, blackberry and raspberry aromas, and the fullbodied palate builds and builds and then overflows with ripe fruit and layers of rich, ripe, velvety tannins. This has amazing opulence, yet it s profound and structured. A fabulous wine. The best Sperss ever made. 1,250 cases made and only 250 imported A 1997 Langhe Costa Russi DOC, Gaja (Piemonte)... $ pts. WS Cellar Selection Full-bodied and round with raspberry and berry aromas, fine tannins and a long, ripe fruit finish B 1999 Langhe Costa Russi DOC, Gaja (Piemonte)... $625 A captivating and refined nose with well-integrated aromas of blackberries, violets and roasted coffee beans. This Costa Russi exhibits an elegance and finesse and it is undoubtedly a highly enjoyable wine C 2000 Langhe Costa Russi DOC, Gaja (Piemonte)... $ pts. WS Collectibles Fabulous aromas of rose petals and cherries with hints of raspberries. Full-bodied, with ultra-fine tannins and an incredible finish. This is so fine and so long. A real beauty that grows and grows on the palate. Great Nebbiolo. Greatest Costa Russi ever, from 34-year-old vines. 890 cases made D 2001 Langhe Costa Russi DOC, Gaja (Piemonte)... $ pts. WS Collectibles A silky, beautiful wine, with plum and berry character. Full-bodied, with fine tannins and a caressing texture. Seductive, with layers of fruit and tannins E 2003 Langhe Costa Russi DOC, Gaja (Piemonte)...$ pts. WS Collectibles Elegance and crystal purity characterize this extremely complex and densely woven wine with an aging potential of decades F 2004 Langhe Costa Russi DOC, Gaja (Piemonte)...$ pts. WS Complex, fresh aromas of concentrated blackberry, grilled meat and chocolate. Full-bodied and chewy, with caressing tannins and a long, long finish. A brick house and beautifully decorated. Powerful. 1,000 cases made G 2005 Langhe Costa Russi DOC, Gaja (Piemonte)... $ pts. WS Dark ruby/purple with captivating and refined nose with well-integrated aromas of blackberries, violets and roasted coffee beans. Elegance and crystal purity characterize this extremely complex and densely woven wine with an aging potential of decades. 800 cases made. 11

16 A view behind the gate that rarely opens at Gaja in Barbaresco 6006 A 1999 Langhe Sorì Tildìn DOC, Gaja (Piemonte)...$ pts. WS Collectables Complex aromas of toast, minerals, sour cherries, cedar and spices. The rich body, subtle texture and fine, ripe tannins are typical for this wine of great finesse. The quintessential expression of the land and the Nebbiolo grape B 2000 Langhe Sorì Tildìn DOC, Gaja (Piemonte)...$ pts. WS Amazing aromas of plums, strawberries, and minerals follow through to a full-bodied palate, with ultra-ripe tannins and a long, mineral and blackberry aftertaste. Gorgeous. Fresh and structured. 1,050 cases made C 2001 Langhe Sorì Tildìn DOC, Gaja (Piemonte)...$ pts. WS Collectibles Incredible pure fruit flavors with aromas of raspberries, cherries and blackberries. This full-bodied wine shows terrific finesse and class D 2003 Langhe Sorì Tildìn DOC, Gaja (Piemonte)...$525 Gorgeous crushed berries and flowers. Full-bodied, with velvety tannins and a long, flavorful finish. 600 cases made E 2004 Langhe Sorì Tildìn DOC, Gaja (Piemonte)... $ pts. WS Incredibly perfumed, with chocolate, mineral and blackberry. Full-bodied, with amazing finesse, strength and balance. Long and beautiful. A return to the quality level of ,000 cases made F 2005 Langhe Sorì Tildìn DOC, Gaja (Piemonte)... $ pts. WS Deep purple with complex aromas of toast, minerals, sour cherries, cedar and spices. Displays the roundest tasting profile of all Gaja single-vineyard wines. The rich body, subtle texture and fine, ripe tannins are typical for this wine of great finesse, the quintessential expression of the land and the Nebbiolo grape. This wine has extraordinary aging potential--more than forty years in outstanding vintages. 800 cases made A 1997 Langhe Darmagi DOC, Gaja (Piemonte)... $395 Intense dark red, almost black in color. Excellent fruit and cassis flavors with hints of roasted coffee and vanilla B 1999 Langhe Darmagi DOC, Gaja (Piemonte)... $395 Intense dark red, almost black in color with opulent layers of concentrated fruit. Strong cassis flavors with impressive power on the palate that carries through to the long finish with persistent soft tannins C 2000 Langhe Darmagi DOC, Gaja (Piemonte)... $425 Warm, rich and inviting aromas of cassis, licorice, minerals, earth, graphite and smoky oak. An exceptionally suave, varietally true Cabernet Sauvignon from the Piemonte, with a seamless texture and compelling inner-mouth sweetness. Very rich, ripe and long on the finish. 12

17 6008 D 2001 Langhe Darmagi DOC, Gaja (Piemonte)... $425 Bright ruby-red with warm, rich and inviting aromas of cassis, licorice, minerals, earth, graphite and smoky oak. An exceptionally suave, varietally true Cabernet Sauvignon from Piemonte, with a seamless texture A 2000 Langhe Sorì San Lorenzo DOC, Gaja (Piemonte)... $ pts. WS Collectibles Serious dark color, with meaty, earthy aromas. Almost Port-like at the end. Full-bodied, with masses of velvety tannins and a long, long, caressing finish. Solid. 970 cases made B 2001 Langhe Sorì San Lorenzo DOC, Gaja (Piemonte)... $ pts. WS Collectibles A very silky wine with berry, cedar and tobacco character. Full-bodied, with fine tannins and a fresh finish. Lovely. Seductive and racy. 970 cases made C 2003 Langhe Sorì San Lorenzo DOC, Gaja (Piemonte)... $495 Aromas of fresh flowers, blackberry and cherry. Full-bodied, with fine tannins and a fresh, fruity finish. 600 cases made D 2004 Langhe Sorì San Lorenzo DOC, Gaja (Piemonte)... $575 Wonderful aromas of blackberry, licorice and mineral follow through to a full-bodied palate, with silky tannins and a very fruity finish. Delicate at the end. Racy and balanced. 1,000 cases made E 2005 Langhe Sorì San Lorenzo DOC, Gaja (Piemonte)... $ pts. WS Highly concentrated currant and black cherry fruit with a hint of coffee, in addition to aromas of fine herbs, minerals and exotic spices. Almost always the most powerful and austere of Gaja s five singlevineyard wines, requiring a longer time to fully develop. A very focused, concentrated wine with a long, lingering finish and refined tannins, it has excellent aging potential. 800 cases made A 1997 Langhe Conteisa DOC, Gaja (Piemonte)... $ pts. WS Very full-bodied and thick with complex and vivid aromas of flowers, berry and minerals with a hint of mint B 1999 Langhe Conteisa DOC, Gaja (Piemonte)... $395 Full red with crystallized red currant and plum on the nose. Suave on entry, then rather closed in the middle palate, hinting only at licorice and menthol. Builds impressively toward the back end with tannins that are substantial but not dry. 13

18 6012 C 2000 Langhe Conteisa DOC, Gaja (Piemonte)... $ pts. WS Collectibles Incredible aromas of crushed strawberries, raspberries and flowers. Full-bodied, with beautifully silky tannins and a long, caressing finish. A true beauty. This is real Nebbiolo. Conteisa comes from the Cerequio vineyard near La Morra, in the heart of Barolo-producing territory. 1,350 cases made D 2001 Langhe Conteisa DOC, Gaja (Piemonte)... $395 Plum, berry and dried flowers follow through to a full-bodied palate, with fine tannins and a long, caressing finish. Lovely. Subtle and refined with wonderful balance E 2003 Langhe Conteisa DOC, Gaja (Piemonte)... $ pts. WS Offers fabulous aromas of blueberry and lilac. Full-bodied, with a solid core of ripe fruit and round, caressing tannins. This is deep and concentrated, yet wonderfully balanced. Superb. 800 cases made F 2004 Langhe Conteisa DOC, Gaja (Piemonte)... $350 Garnet in color with an expressive floral nose with notes of red berries, plums, licorice and spices. The Nebbiolo in Conteisa reflects the essence of the Cerequio terroir, sumptuous texture and a very refined character with perfectly integrated tannins cases made A 2003 Langhe Sito Moresco DOC, Gaja (Piemonte)... $95 A blend of Nebbiolo, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon, Sito Moresco combines complexity and longevity with refinement and accessibility F 2008 Langhe Sito Moresco DOC, Gaja (Piemonte)... $80 Sito Moresco combines complexity and longevity of Nebbiolo with the sophistication of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. From the scent of great purity, full of red berries, has fruity and elegant, with a beautiful harmony in the mouth. The finish is fresh with very fine tannins and silky, making it suitable for immediate consumption G 2009 Langhe Sito Moresco DOC, Gaja (Piemonte)... $80 Brilliant ruby red with garnet hues, the nose inviting fruit aromas with floral facets, blackberry, black cherry and cassis notes and fine spicy hints, delicate toasting on the palate, complex structure, characterized by sleek elegance combined with a wonderfully balanced fullness and a perfect balance between fruit and tannins Barolo Gromis DOCG, Gaja (Piemonte)... $125 Full, rich with berries and floral notes as well as aromas of licorice, dried herbs and spices. Solid structure and a rich softness as well as a lingering finish Barolo Dagromis DOCG, Gaja (Piemonte)... $150 Intensely rich and full, this Barolo is a deep red, with ripe berry and floral aromas along with Nebbiolo s characteristic spice, a touch of licorice and herbs. The wine is solid on the palate, with a rich softness. Aged for 12 months in barrique and another 12 in large oak casks, this is a particularly Gaja-styled Barolo that lovers of the Italian powerhouse should not pass up! Barolo Dagromis DOCG, Gaja (Piemonte)... $150 Intense red in color with full aromas, rich with berries and floral notes as well as aromas of licorice, dried herbs and spices. This wine has a solid structure on the palate and a rich softness as well as a lingering finish A 1996 Brunello di Montalcino Sugarille DOCG, Pieve Santa Restituta, Gaja (Toscana)... $225 An attractive Brunello with blackberries, fresh mushrooms and wood. Medium- to full-bodied, with a solid core of silky tannins and a slightly austere finish. 14

19 6050 B 1997 Brunello di Montalcino Sugarille DOCG, Pieve Santa Restituta, Gaja (Toscana)... $295 Deep ruby color with an intense bouquet of spice and berries. Rich and concentrated, with excellent structure, depth and balance C 1998 Brunello di Montalcino Sugarille DOCG, Pieve Santa Restituta, Gaja (Toscana)... $275 Rich and compact, with excellent structure, depth and balance. Sugarille is ideal for long aging D 1999 Brunello di Montalcino Sugarille DOCG, Pieve Santa Restituta, Gaja (Toscana)... $265 Full, deep red-ruby color with sweet aromas of raspberry and chocolatey oak. Finishes with big, sweet tannins and persistent, complex finishing flavors E 2000 Brunello di Montalcino Sugarille DOCG, Pieve Santa Restituta, Gaja (Toscana)... $250 Lots of blackberries, dried flowers and lightly toasty oak. Medium-bodied, with fine tannins and a clean, caressing finish. Lovely. 1,110 cases made F 2001 Brunello di Montalcino Sugarille DOCG, Pieve Santa Restituta, Gaja (Toscana)... $275 Aromas of dried fruit, smoky wood and hints of red licorice. Full-bodied, with lots of jammy fruit and a long, soft finish. Big and juicy. 1,110 cases made K 2010 Brunello di Montalcino Sugarille DOCG, Pieve Santa Restituta, Gaja (Toscana)... $ pts. WS The core of black cherry and plum is shaded by vanilla, coconut and sweet spice notes in this intensely flavored yet fluid red. Long and beautifully integrated at this young stage, with tobacco, leather and mineral details emerging on the aftertaste cases made A 1996 Brunello di Montalcino Rennina DOCG, Pieve Santa Restituta, Gaja (Toscana)... $285 Deep ruby in color with an intense bouquet of spice and berries B 1997 Brunello di Montalcino Rennina DOCG, Pieve Santa Restituta, Gaja (Toscana)... $285 Rich and concentrated, excellent structure, depth and balance. Ideal for long aging C 1997 Brunello di Montalcino Rennina DOCG, Pieve Santa Restituta, Gaja (Toscana) 375 ml... $150 Rich and concentrated, excellent structure, depth and balance. Ideal for long aging D 1998 Brunello di Montalcino Rennina DOCG, Pieve Santa Restituta, Gaja (Toscana)... $225 This wine is rich and spicy with vanilla and cedar aromas intermingled with the ripe red fruit. Powerful and velvety in flavor with a fleshy and sustained finish, its aging potential seems excellent. 15

20 6052 E 1999 Brunello di Montalcino Rennina DOCG, Pieve Santa Restituta, Gaja (Toscana)... $225 Dark red with mocha, cedar and nutty oak on the nose. Then sharply delineated and penetrating, with strong acids giving the wine superb vinosity and thrust F 2000 Brunello di Montalcino Rennina DOCG, Pieve Santa Restituta, Gaja (Toscana)... $195 Attractive, with vanilla, berry and cedar aromas and flavors. Medium-bodied, with firm tannins and a long, caressing finish G 2001 Brunello di Montalcino Rennina DOCG, Pieve Santa Restituta, Gaja (Toscana)... $175 Aromas of cherry and blackberry follow through to a medium- to full-bodied palate, with fine tannins and a fresh finish. Lots of new wood. Lively wine. Solid. 2,200 cases made J 2010 Brunello di Montalcino Rennina DOCG, Pieve Santa Restituta, Gaja (Toscana)... $240 The core of cherry and plum flavors is shaded by vanilla and tar in this fluid, vibrant red. Shows finesse overall and the oak should become more integrated as this ages. 2,000 cases made Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Pieve Santa Restituta, Gaja (Toscana)... $125 Red wine burnished. Nice fruity aroma along with pleasant aromas of flowers and herbs. The taste is gritty and opulent, with mineral sensations and juicy and tannic finish Ca Marcanda DOC, Gaja (Toscana)... $225 Offers plenty of currant and chocolate on the nose and palate. Medium- to full-bodied, with fine tannins and a bright finish A 2000 Magari, Ca Marcanda IGT, Gaja (Toscana)... $175 By composition, it is a classic Bordeaux blend with 50% Merlot, 25% Cabernet Sauvignon and 25% Cabernet Franc. However, it also reflects the essence of the Maremma. Magari is meant to become Ca Marcanda s standard-bearer B 2001 Magari, Ca Marcanda IGT, Gaja (Toscana)... $150 Flourishing Merlot and spicy Cabernet Sauvignon aromas with black currants, a touch of fresh mint and scented with a hint of coffee C 2003 Magari, Ca Marcanda IGT, Gaja (Toscana)... $175 Loads of blackberry and currant aromas, following through to a full-bodied palate, with soft tannins and a long finish of ripe fruit and vanilla D 2004 Magari, Ca Marcanda IGT, Gaja (Toscana)... $150 A stylish, highly enjoyable wine with rich ripeness of 50% Merlot, 25% Cabernet Franc and 25% Cabernet Sauvignon. It offers notable concentration in its sweet dark fruit and toasted oak flavors, with excellent length and plenty of freshness on the finish E 2005 Magari, Ca Marcanda IGT, Gaja (Toscana)... $125 A blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc offering beautiful aromas of currant, blackberry and Indian spices, with a perfumed floral undertone. Full-bodied, balanced and refined. Very long and pretty. Gaja continues to improve here every year. 16

21 6056 F 2006 Magari, Ca Marcanda IGT, Gaja (Toscana)... $120 Polished and rich, with lots of crushed raspberry and wet earth aromas that turn to flowers. Full-bodied, with a beautiful core of ripe fruit and silky tannins. Long and beautiful A 2000 Promis, Ca Marcanda IGT, Gaja (Toscana)... $160 Stylish Sangiovese-based wine with elegant fruit and silky, noble tannins with a hint of oak B 2002 Promis, Ca Marcanda IGT, Gaja (Toscana)... $100 A delightful wine, combining the elegance and suppleness of Merlot and Syrah with the austerity of Sangiovese. Balanced, almost musical, it s a pleasure to drink C 2004 Promis, Ca Marcanda IGT, Gaja (Toscana)... $85 Light garnet in color with a bright and fruity jammy nose. A lovely wine with grace and agility D 2005 Promis, Ca Marcanda IGT, Gaja (Toscana)... $75 Aromas of plum and meat follow through to a full-bodied palate, with soft tannins and a fresh, clean finish. Merlot, Syrah and Sangiovese E 2006 Promis, Ca Marcanda IGT, Gaja (Toscana)... $75 This blend of Merlot, Syrah and Sangiovese is dark in color. Very focused and precise on the nose, with a full body, wonderfully silky tannins and a fruity, bright aftertaste. Lively and delicious already. The best Promis ever Rossj-Bass Langhe DOC, Gaja (Piemonte)... $175 Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc combined define this elegant white wine from Angelo Gaja. It has fine perfume of citrus fruits and flowers with a hint of honey. 17

22 Rare Vertical Wines Recommended to be served as an accompaniment to a Special Chef s dinner prepared by our Executive Chef Team 50 Bertani 1967 Amarone DOC 1968 Amarone DOC 1975 Amarone DOC 1976 Amarone DOC $1900 vertical of four bottles 55 Bertani 1972 Amarone DOC 1983 Amarone DOC $645 vertical of two bottles 60 Marchesi di Barolo 1967 Barolo Riserva DOCG 1970 Barolo Riserva DOCG 1971 Barolo Riserva DOCG $845 vertical of three bottles 61 Marchesi di Barolo 1988 Barolo Riserva DOCG 1990 Barolo Riserva DOCG 1993 Barolo Riserva DOCG $425 vertical of three bottles 18

23 Rare Vertical Wines 65 Rocca delle Macìe 1994 Roccato IGT 1995 Roccato IGT 1997 Roccato IGT 1998 Roccato IGT 1999 Roccato IGT 2000 Roccato IGT $595 vertical of six bottles 80 Col d Orcia 1998 Cabernet Olmaia IGT 1999 Cabernet Olmaia IGT 2000 Cabernet Olmaia IGT $345 vertical of three bottles 70 Rocca delle Macìe 1995 Ser Gioveto IGT 1997 Ser Gioveto IGT 1998 Ser Gioveto IGT 1999 Ser Gioveto IGT 2000 Ser Gioveto IGT 2001 Ser Gioveto IGT $495 vertical of six bottles 81 Col d Orcia 1977 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG 1980 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG 1985 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG $845 vertical of three bottles All Vertical Wines are Limited Availability Our Vertical Collection of wines have been added to our wine list to give our guests the opportunity to try rare wines for that special occasion. Please keep in mind that when ordering older vintage wines you are not going to taste the typical flavor profiles. Older vintages will not have bright colors and fresh fruit. The older wines will be more amber in color, and separate fruit flavor components will not be separate, rather totally integrated with tannins that are so soft, they are barely perceptible. It is one thing to read about history, yet another to taste it! 19

24 A Special Selection of Brunello from Toscana Bin Wine Bottle Brunello di Montalcino Riserva DOCG, Biondi Santi... $1200 Light, garnet red color, with pretty aromas of cedar and hints of dried cherry. Medium-bodied, with fine tannins and bright acidity A 1990 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Castelgiocondo DOCG, Frescobaldi... $275 A wine possessing a marvelous perfume, great elegance, finesse and balance. This wine will evolve gracefully for many years B 1997 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Castelgiocondo Ripe al Convento DOCG, Frescobaldi... $ pts. WS Collectibles Enjoy this unbelievable Brunello! It has the essence of Sangiovese fruit, with masses of ripe plum and blueberry character ~ almost jammy C 1999 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Castelgiocondo Ripe al Convento DOCG, Frescobaldi... $ pts. WS Collectibles Very structured. Super-attractive aromas of plum, blueberry and pressed flowers follow through to a full-bodied palate, with firm, silky tannins and a long, caressing finish. Layers and layers of ripe fruit, with everything in beautiful proportions D 2000 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Castelgiocondo Ripe al Convento DOCG, Frescobaldi... $195 Lovely ruby red, smooth and uniform even at rim. A generous, multi-layered aromatic spectrum, veined with crisp nuances of menthol, followed by clean-edged fragrances of dark red berries, in particular blackberry and blueberry E 2001 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Castelgiocondo Ripe al Convento DOCG, Frescobaldi... $ pts. WS Highly Recommended Aromas of blackberry, licorice and tar. Full-bodied, with silky tannins, great mouthfeel and a caressing finish that s long and exciting. Builds on the palate. Very close to the legendary F 2003 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Castelgiocondo Ripe al Convento DOCG, Frescobaldi... $185 A rich, luminous ruby, with a garnet-edged rim. A complex bouquet, ranging from blackberry and wild strawberry, dried plum and liqueured cherries with notes of spice and vanilla, which gradually yield to impressions of roasted espresso bean and tobacco leaf with subtle hints of balsam and salty mineral in the background. 20

25 1006 A 1998 Brunello di Montalcino Castelgiocondo DOCG, Frescobaldi... $125 Really well-made Brunello with Indian spice, incense, berry and raspberry character. Full-bodied, with fine, silky tannins and a finish that goes on for a very long time B 1999 Brunello di Montalcino Castelgiocondo DOCG, Frescobaldi... $ pts. WS Collectibles A tight and chewy wine, with full body and lots of raisin and spice character. Impressive, ripe tannins. This thick and powerful wine is special for any wine collector C 2000 Brunello di Montalcino Castelgiocondo DOCG, Frescobaldi... $110 Intense aromas of blackberry and light vanilla. Full-bodied, with velvety fruit and a long, caressing finish. Pretty, ultramodern and very good quality for the vintage. Best after D 2001 Brunello di Montalcino Castelgiocondo DOCG, Frescobaldi... $ pts. WS Aromas of currant, berry and light vanilla. Full-bodied and structured. Fine tannins but not giving much now. This is big and powerful E 2002 Brunello di Montalcino Castelgiocondo DOCG, Frescobaldi... $95 Pulpy fruit comes to the forefront, with tannins that are expressive but not invasive; they ably balance a nice vein of crisp acidity that makes the flavors sing F 2006 Brunello di Montalcino Castelgiocondo DOCG, Frescobaldi... $95 The wine appears a luminous, garnet-rimmed ruby, deep and rich. The bouquet is notably complex, initially releasing emphatic notes of wild blackberry, redcurrant, and sour cherry, closely followed by floral notes of sweet violets and a parade of spicier impressions--black pepper, clove, tobacco leaf, cocoa powder, roast espresso bean, and vanilla Brunello di Montalcino Luce della Vite DOCG, Frescobaldi... $150 Appears ruby red with garnet highlights and fragrances of wild berry fruit. Blueberry and redcurrant, predominate on the nose; crisp notes of citrus follow, succeeded in turn by spicier impressions of forest underbrush, tobacco leaf, pencil lead, and black pepper A 1995 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva DOCG, Il Poggione... $195 Touted as one of the best wines of the world! This intense ruby red wine has hints of cherry, earth and cranberry flavors laced with tobacco-spiced tannins that power the finish B 1997 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva DOCG, Il Poggione... $195 A thick and chewy red with loads of toasted wood and very ripe fruit. Full-bodied, with nice chewy tannins C 1998 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva DOCG, Il Poggione... $185 A fresh and clean wine with plum and cherry character and hints of flowers. Medium-bodied, with crisp acidity. Long finish D 1999 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva DOCG, Il Poggione... $ pts. WS Wonderful aromas of crushed berries and flowers follow through to a full-bodied palate, with loads of fruit and big, velvety tannins. Goes on and on. Best ever from Il Poggione! 21

26 1010 F 2003 Brunello di Montalcino Vigna Paganelli Riserva DOCG, Il Poggione... $140 Intense ruby red, elegant nose with notes of red fruit, leather and spices; persistent, balanced flavor, with a long seductive finish G 2004 Brunello di Montalcino Vigna Paganelli Riserva DOCG, Il Poggione... $140 Offers ripe blueberry notes, with hints of violet, lilac and sandalwood. Full-bodied, with supersilky tannins and a long, fresh finish I 2006 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva DOCG, Il Poggione... $140 An outstanding example from this award-winning producer, who devotes 60% of his vineyards to this great Tuscan appellation. This Brunello has an intense ruby core with a garnet rim. The nose is elegant and complex, with black fruits, leather and sweet spice followed by a balanced palate and a very long, seductive finish J 2007 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva DOCG, Il Poggione... $140 Rich and medium-weight, with cherry, berry, leather and spice notes converging on the long, juicy finish. Balanced in a sleek, compact manner, ending with fresh touches of mineral A 1997 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Il Poggione 1.5 Liter... $395 Subtle Brunello, with leather, spice, cedar and berry aromas. Full-bodied yet refined and silky, with a lovely caressing texture and a long, reserved, fruity finish B 1998 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Il Poggione... $125 Plenty of dried flowers, berry, perfumes and cherries on the nose. Medium-bodied, with fine tannins and a long, caressing finish C 1999 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Il Poggione... $115 Very balanced. Aromas of crushed plums and light asphalt open to a very fruity palate. Full-bodied, with well integrated tannins and a medium finish. This should develop nicely. Best after ,000 cases made D 2001 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Il Poggione 750 ml... $ E 2001 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Il Poggione 375 ml... $55 Intense, stylish bouquet with hints of berries and fruit. Smooth and elegant with polished tannins and an enduring finish F 2003 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Il Poggione... $120 Ruby red with garnet hues. Intense, stylish bouquet with hints of berries and fruit. Smooth and elegant with polished tannins and an enduring finish G 2004 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Il Poggione... $ % Sangiovese from vines at least 20 years old. Ruby red tending to garnet, very intense, persistent nose with red fruit notes. Warm, balanced flavour with velvet-smooth tannins. Long-lasting aroma H 2005 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Il Poggione... $130 This has a lovely nose of dried dark fruits, with flowers and sandalwood. Full-bodied, with chewy tannins and a serious amount of subdued fruit. Long and stylish. 22

27 1012 I 2006 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Il Poggione... $120 A fresh, elegant style, featuring cherry, blackberry and spice aromas and flavors, with a vibrant structure and well-integrated tannins. Hangs together beautifully through the long finish, which echoes fruit and tobacco J 2007 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Il Poggione... $120 The nose showed ripe strawberry, cedar and minerals with a hint of caramel. On the palate, it was soft and mouth-filling with dark red fruits, baker s chocolate and a fine structure that was nearly masked by its ripe, focused fruit. The finish was long, long, long L 2009 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Il Poggione... $120 It is ruby red with garnet undertones, and an intense, persistent aroma of red fruits, marasca cherries, leather, spices and vanilla. The texture is structured and full-bodied, with an excellent freshness and balance M 2010 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Il Poggione 1.5 Liter... $ N 2010 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Il Poggione 750 ml... $ pts. WS #4 Top 100 Wines of 2015 Rich, with excellent density, ripe cherry and plum fruit, and a well-integrated structure. Licorice, earth and tobacco notes add depth while this cruises to a long, tobacco- and mineral-tinged finish. Shows balance and grip A 1998 Brunello di Montalcino Pian delle Vigne DOCG, Antinori... $175 Full-structured and velvety, with rich perfumes and light essence of vanilla and chocolate. Well structured and balanced with a lengthy finish B 1999 Brunello di Montalcino Pian delle Vigne DOCG, Antinori... $165 Super-fruity and clean style of Brunello with loads of crushed fruit on the nose and palate. Full-bodied, with well-integrated tannins and a long, caressing finish C 2000 Brunello di Montalcino Pian delle Vigne DOCG, Antinori... $135 Deep ruby red in color with garnet reflections. Full-structured with rich perfumes with hints of cherry, red berries and flavors of coffee and cocoa. Well balanced with a lengthy finish D 2001 Brunello di Montalcino Pian delle Vigne DOCG, Antinori... $120 Aromas of exotic fruit with cherry, coffee and toasted oak. Full-bodied and verging on jammy, but rich, opulent and fruity. Round tannins E 2004 Brunello di Montalcino Pian delle Vigne DOCG, Antinori... $120 Ruby red to garnet color. Aromatic and complex on the nose, with hints of spices, cherries, light tobacco and pleasant chocolate undertones. Very full-bodied and broad on the palate, with an intense sweetness, decisive but smooth, elegant tannins and a long, persistent finish A 1998 Brunello di Montalcino Gran Cru Poggio alle Mura DOCG, Banfi... $150 Super-concentrated aromas, with loads of jam, almost raisin aromas, with hints of spices and flowers. Fullbodied, with good and refined tannins and a medium finish B 1999 Brunello di Montalcino Gran Cru Poggio alle Mura DOCG, Banfi... $ pts. WS Deep and intense red mauve color; complex with fresh and sweet flavors; rich aromas of plums, cherries, and blackberry jam, complemented by scents of chocolate, tobacco, coffee and licorice. 23

28 1020 C 2000 Brunello di Montalcino Gran Cru Poggio alle Mura DOCG, Banfi... $135 Very deep color. Aromas of blackberries, chocolate, and tobacco. Complex and soft flavors. Full-bodied and elegantly structured, with well balanced fruit and tannins. Superb, long finish D 2001 Brunello di Montalcino Gran Cru Poggio alle Mura DOCG, Banfi... $ pts. WS Intense and deep ruby red in color. Aromas of jammy blackberries are complemented by notes of tobacco and chocolate. The wine is full-bodied and well structured with excellent balance Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Poggio alle Oro DOCG, Banfi... $250 Wonderful aromas of blackberries, raspberries and flowers. Full-bodied, with well-integrated tannins and a long, long finish A 1993 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Castello Banfi 750 ml... $ B 1993 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Castello Banfi 1.5 Liter... $400 Dark-colored, with a penetrating aroma of blackberries, freshly picked mushrooms and a hint of chocolate. Fine tannins and a long, flavorful aftertaste C 1995 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Castello Banfi 1.5 Liter... $400 Highly Recommended Chunky red, with aromas of berry, mint, cherry and wet earth. Full-bodied and velvety, with lots of fruit and a long, minty finish. A delicious example of the quality to be found in the 95 Brunello vintage D 1998 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Castello Banfi... $175 Loads of mineral and dried flowers behind the ripe fruit and almost raisiny character. Full-bodied, with smooth, silky tannins and a long fruity, berry, fresh herb aftertaste E 1999 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Castello Banfi... $ pts. WS This wine shows an incredible concentration of fruit, with loads of berries and spices on the nose. Fullbodied, with soft and silky tannins and lots of smoky character F 2000 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Castello Banfi... $150 Extremely perfumed, with raspberry, blackberry and toasty oak character. Full-bodied, with round, velvety tannins and a lovely finish G 2001 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Castello Banfi... $125 Loads of blackberry, currant and toasted oak. Full-bodied, chewy and rich. Long finish. This is big and rich H 2003 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Castello Banfi... $120 Shows clean blueberry pie and floral aromas and flavors on a full-bodied palate, with fine tannins and a tight finish. Clean and carefully constructed. Balanced and long I 2004 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Castello Banfi... $120 Very deep color with garnet hints. Complex and sweet on the nose with delicate notes of jam, well integrated with plum and ripened cherry, as well as more spicy and typical notes of liquorice, tobacco and leather. Powerful structure, characterized by soft and sweet tannins; very persistent and long aging potential K 2006 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Castello Banfi... $120 Smooth and round, this red offers cherry, bitter almond, spice and woodsy notes. The tannins are dense, but this is balanced overall and lingers on the finish. 24

29 1028 L 2007 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Castello Banfi... $120 Intense red color, with a ruby shade. The aromas are very complex and soft, with notes of plum jam, ripe cherry and red fruit, all well-integrated with hints of licorice and tobacco. Characterized by a powerful but round structure, on the palate it is full and harmonious, with a long and very persistent finish M 2008 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Castello Banfi... $120 Beautiful ruby red color. Complex bouquet, with aromas of plum and ripe cherry that, with a short aeration, yield to hints of coffee, licorice and tobacco. The structure is full, with tannins well present and supported by lively acidity that gives freshness and length. A wine that will also benefit from lengthy cellaring O 2010 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Castello Banfi 5.0 Liter... $ P 2010 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Castello Banfi 3.0 Liter... $ Q 2010 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Castello Banfi 1.5 Liter... $ R 2010 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Castello Banfi 750 ml... $120 Deep red color, with a bit of garnet. The scent is pleasant and complex, with hints of plum, ripe cherry and red fruits, well integrated with notes of licorice and tobacco. On the palate is full, with a powerful and elegant structure and soft and harmonious tannins. The finish is very persistent A 1995 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Poggio al Vento DOCG, Col d Orcia... $175 Fruit forward, with hints of licorice, mushrooms and chocolate developing to add complexity B 1997 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Poggio al Vento DOCG, Col d Orcia... $ pts. WS Impresses for its symmetrical, sensual personality. Powerful yet seamless tannins support layers of dark, sensual fruit in this textured, round Brunello. The wine s richness and depth are pure pleasure. There is more than enough structure for the 1997 to continue to drink well for a number of years C 1998 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Poggio al Vento DOCG, Col d Orcia... $140 Fabulous aromas of exotic fruit, with violets, lavender and roses. Full-bodied, loads of ripe fruit, with a fresh berry, black pepper and vanilla character A 1998 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Col d Orcia... $125 Thick and chewy Brunello with a nice berry and mineral character. Full-bodied with mouth-puckering tannins. A big, boisterous wine B 1999 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Col d Orcia... $120 Fresh and clean, with dried cherry, mineral and cedar character, medium body and a delicate finish C 2000 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Col d Orcia... $115 Aromas of jam, with cedar and tobacco. Medium-bodied, with fine tannins and a currant and vanilla aftertaste D 2001 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Col d Orcia... $95 Deep garnet hue. Over-ripe aromas of plum and black cherry. Lush berry and black fruit flavors with a hint of oak and firm tannins. Smooth licorice finish E 2003 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Col d Orcia... $85 Complex and fresh, with inviting fruit aromas balanced by oak-imparted spices F 2004 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Col d Orcia... $85 Excellent structure, powerful but delicate tannins. Rich in complex and inviting nuances typical of a great vintage. Very pleasant aftertaste. 25

30 1038 G 2005 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Col d Orcia... $85 Deep ruby red with marked hints of plum. This Brunello is intense and ample. Its bouquet is typical of Sangiovese with marked hints of plum. Intense and ample. The long aging in the barrique oak leads to a very elegant nuance of species and vanilla. Excellent balance between fruit and oak scent I 2007 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Col d Orcia... $85 A rich, round version, evoking cherry and berry flavors tinged by earth and underbrush accents. Verging on chewy, the dusty tannins grace the finish, where tobacco and rhubarb notes mingle J 2008 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Col d Orcia... $75 Rich and accessible, this red evokes strawberry, cherry, tobacco and tea flavors, backed by stiff tannins, with sweet fruit and spice returning on the finish K 2009 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Col d Orcia... $75 Offers a core of balsamic and underbrush flavors, with hints of cherry, licorice and leather. Coffee and mineral accents add interest as this dense, firm red unfolds. Shows fine length on the vibrant finish L 2010 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Col d Orcia... $75 Highly structured wine, full and persistent. The ripe soft tannins are perfectly balanced with the acidity, long pleasant and sapid aftertaste M 2011 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Col d Orcia... $75 Ample, complex with huge notes of ripe red berry fruits, and plum well balanced with the spice from the oak N 2012 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Col d Orcia... $65 Deep ruby red with inviting fruit aromas balanced by oak-imparted spices. It is well-structured and fullbodied, with fine tannins that promise great aging capacity; long and impressive finish A 2001 Brunello di Montalcino Vigna di Pianrosso Santa Caterina d Oro Riserva DOCG, Ciacci Piccolomini d Aragona... $ pts. WS Highly Recommended Fabulous aromas of cherry, fresh rose, blackberry and tar, with hints of raisin. Full-bodied, with wonderfully polished tannins. Ultrarefined. This is the greatest wine ever from this producer. 750 cases made B 2004 Brunello di Montalcino Vigna di Pianrosso Santa Caterina d Oro Riserva DOCG, Ciacci Piccolomini d Aragona... $190 The bouquet is intense and complex: fruit-forward, spicy and ethereal, with hints of red berries and various spices. Warm, harmonic with pronounced and soft tannins. A full-bodied wine with a very long aftertaste. A Brunello that can be refined in the bottle for years and with a very long life D 2006 Brunello di Montalcino Vigna di Pianrosso Santa Caterina d Oro Riserva DOCG, Ciacci Piccolomini d Aragona... $ pts. WS A wellspring of tobacco, underbrush, tea and mineral notes more than fruit at this point, this red acquiesces to its formidable structure now, yet it s built for the long haul. There s sweet fruit and intensity that should emerge over time E 2007 Brunello di Montalcino Vigna di Pianrosso Santa Caterina d Oro Riserva DOCG, Ciacci Piccolomini d Aragona... $160 Brilliant strawberry and raspberry fruit up front is matched by burly tannins on the finish, but the long and harmonious finish shows the potential of this red. Silky and detailed, with tobacco, spice and a hint of balsamic lingering on the aftertaste. 26

31 1044 A 1997 Brunello di Montalcino Vigna di Pianrosso DOCG, Ciacci Piccolomini d Aragona 1.5 Liter... $ pts. WS Brilliant ruby red color with rich red fruit and tobacco, tied together with complex, elegant tannins. One of Montalcinos greats! 1044 B 1999 Brunello di Montalcino Vigna di Pianrosso DOCG, Ciacci Piccolomini d Aragona... $195 Jammy black and red fruits, with hints of soy and roasted meats. Pairs well with grilled meat and game C 2000 Brunello di Montalcino Vigna di Pianrosso DOCG, Ciacci Piccolomini d Aragona 750 ml... $ D 2000 Brunello di Montalcino Vigna di Pianrosso DOCG, Ciacci Piccolomini d Aragona 375 ml... $75 This terrific Brunello di Montalcino boasts a staggering aromatic profile of soy sauce, roasted meats, dried herbs, jammy black and red fruits, and Asian spices. This full-bodied, superbly concentrated, layered, multi-dimensional Brunello is the kind of wine one expects from such a renowned region E 2001 Brunello di Montalcino Vigna di Pianrosso DOCG, Ciacci Piccolomini d Aragona 750 ml... $ F 2001 Brunello di Montalcino Vigna di Pianrosso DOCG, Ciacci Piccolomini d Aragona 375 ml... $65 Ruby red tending to garnet in color with intense red berries, vanilla, pepper and sweet tobacco on the nose. Full-bodied, well balanced tannins, good acidity persistent, elegant, harmonic H 2003 Brunello di Montalcino Vigna di Pianrosso DOCG, Ciacci Piccolomini d Aragona... $120 This full-bodied red shows aromas and flavors of dried cherry, vanilla and mild spice. Full, firm and flavorful K 2006 Brunello di Montalcino Vigna di Pianrosso DOCG, Ciacci Piccolomini d Aragona... $ pts. WS Collectibles Silky and elegant, offering cherry, raspberry, currant and violet aromas and flavors. Detailed and firmly structured, with refined tannins and a lingering aftertaste of red fruits. A Brunello of finesse and harmony L 2007 Brunello di Montalcino Vigna di Pianrosso DOCG, Ciacci Piccolomini d Aragona... $120 A mix of cherry, strawberry, earth, iron and dried beef aromas and flavors make this complex in a lighter style. Balanced between the fruit, moderate acidity and tannins. Very elegant M 2008 Brunello di Montalcino Vigna di Pianrosso DOCG, Ciacci Piccolomini d Aragona... $120 Graphite and cedar aromas lead off in this cherry, strawberry and licorice flavored red. This is firm, with quiet intensity and a dense, spice-infused finish. 27

32 1044 O 2010 Brunello di Montalcino Vigna di Pianrosso DOCG, Ciacci Piccolomini d Aragona... $ pts. WS Rich, with cherry and strawberry notes, tinged by leather, bitter almond and tobacco flavors. Firm and angular, presenting a long, iron- and tea-accented finish. Turns more supple with air, but remains solidly built for the long haul A 2002 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Ciacci Piccolomini d Aragona... $90 Nice mineral and berry character, with hints of blackberry and dried herbs. Medium-bodied, with a firm yet silky texture. One of the best of the vintage B 2003 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Ciacci Piccolomini d Aragona... $90 Black cherry and light spice, with some vanilla, follows through to a full body, with fresh, clean fruit and a silky finish. Balanced and pretty, with a caressing texture 1046 C 2004 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Ciacci Piccolomini d Aragona... $90 Very attractive plum aromas, with hints of dried flowers and cedar, follow through to a medium-to-full body, with fine tannins and a clean, fresh finish D 2005 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Ciacci Piccolomini d Aragona... $90 Fruity, floral and spicy; notes of blueberry and sour black cherry are well integrated with hints of violet, green pepper, cinnamon, clove and leather on the finish. Warm and full-bodied with pronounced tannins E 2006 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Ciacci Piccolomini d Aragona 750 ml... $ F 2006 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Ciacci Piccolomini d Aragona 375 ml... $50 A seductive style, featuring fragrant floral, raspberry, tobacco and mineral aromas and flavors. Firm tannins sweep in on the finish G 2007 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Ciacci Piccolomini d Aragona... $90 94 pts. WS #9 Top 100 Wines of 2012 Though dense and rich, this red is also sleekly proportioned and harmonious. The cherry, raspberry, licorice, earth and tobacco flavors meld with the solid structure. Offers fine length and complexity that increases with aeration H 2008 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Ciacci Piccolomini d Aragona... $85 A floral and red berry scented version of Ciacci, with delicate flavors of strawberry and currant. 28

33 1046 I 2009 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Ciacci Piccolomini d Aragona... $90 A nose of ripe cherry, strawberry and floral aromas introduces this juicy, firmly tannic red. More expressive on the palate, staying balanced and long despite the tight finish J 2010 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Ciacci Piccolomini d Aragona... $90 Tight and sinewy, with eucalyptus, cherry, spice and tobacco flavors. The tannins lock this down for now, but the energy and balance persist, showing fine length A 1997 Brunello di Montalcino Cru Cerretalto DOCG, Casanova di Neri... $ pts. WS This 100% Sangiovese has earned a spot on The Wine Spectator s Top 20 List with incredible rich extraction and bold ripe dark cherry and currant flavors coupled with a nearly endless finish B 1999 Brunello di Montalcino Cru Cerretalto DOCG, Casanova di Neri... $ pts. WS Lovely berry and cherry character with plenty of plums and lightly toasted oak. Full-bodied, with fine tannins and a fresh finish. Very fresh and exciting with extremely fine, long tannins. 1,500 cases made C 2000 Brunello di Montalcino Cru Cerretalto DOCG, Casanova di Neri... $325 Subtle cedar, blackberry and licorice aromas. Full-bodied, with lovely silky tannins and a long, flavorful finish. Layers of refined, polished tannins. 1,020 cases made D 2004 Brunello di Montalcino Cru Cerretalto DOCG, Casanova di Neri... $ pts. WS Very powerful and rich, with blackberry, licorice and light toasty oak. This has pure fruit. Turns exotic and decadent. Big and full-bodied, with dense, powerful tannins, but velvety and beautiful. Layered and gorgeous E 2006 Brunello di Montalcino Cerretalto DOCG, Casanova di Neri... $ pts. WS Collectables A potentially perfect Brunello. It shows dark fruits with prunes, blackberries, and blueberries on the nose. Insane intensity. Full and dense with thick, yet super-polished and velvety tannins. Incredible length and depth. Great acidity and freshness too. The finish shows notes of iron, rust and dark fruits. 863 cases made F 2007 Brunello di Montalcino Cru Cerretalto DOCG, Casanova di Neri... $ pts. WS Pure cherry and blackberry fruit mingles with mineral, spice and earth notes in this modern-style red. Graphite elements emerge as the bright acidity and dusty tannins drive the long finish. Fresh and focused, with fine complexity and seamless texture A 2000 Brunello di Montalcino Tenuta Nuova DOCG, Casanova di Neri... $125 Beautifully balanced and refined with berry, tobacco and mineral aromas lasting for minutes on the palate. Full-bodied, with lots of silky tannins B 2001 Brunello di Montalcino Tenuta Nuova DOCG, Casanova di Neri... $ pts. WS Collectibles 2006 Wine Spectator #1 Wine of the Year. Dark color with intense blackberry, chocolate and lightly toasted oak. Full-bodied and ultravelvety, with caressing tannins. Vanilla, chocolate and berry. Goes on for minutes. 4,830 cases made C 2003 Brunello di Montalcino Tenuta Nuova DOCG, Casanova di Neri... $150 Rich, complex and powerful, Tenuta Nuova explodes with dark fruits and vanilla D 2004 Brunello di Montalcino Tenuta Nuova DOCG, Casanova di Neri... $ pts. WS This racy and porwerful Brunello offers crushed berries, with flowers and sandalwood. The nose is reserved, but interesting. Full-bodied, with silky tannins and a long, long finish. 29

34 1054 E 2007 Brunello di Montalcino Tenuta Nuova DOCG, Casanova di Neri... $150 Gorgeous, opulent and rich, Tenuta Nuova is an unforgettable wine. It has body, power, persistence and loads of plush personality. It is layered with chocolate, cherry, blackberry, spice, leather and savory notes. There s a deep mineral layer as well. Compelling and lovely F 2008 Brunello di Montalcino Tenuta Nuova DOCG, Casanova di Neri... $ pts. WS The sawdust and graphite aromas turn to cherry and raspberry flavors in this vibrant, complex red. A beam of sweet fruit imparts energy and resonance, carrying this to a long, expansive aftertaste A 2003 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Casanova di Neri... $95 This Brunello di Montalcino is aged in Slavonian oak barrels for about 30 months and in the bottle for a year. Its constant high quality is further enhanced by its elegance and finesse C 2007 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Casanova di Neri... $95 A big, opulent pleasure bomb with lavish layers, loaded thickly on top of each other. Chocolate fudge, dark cherry, blackberry preserves, rum cake, prune, exotic spice, pipe tobacco, cola, hummus and leather. Huge personality and intensity. Staying power too. All that density is backed by solid tannins and a steady firmness D 2008 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Casanova di Neri... $90 Ruby red with garnet reflections, hints of maraschino cherries, violets and red fruits. Great fineness in the mouth with tannins that are still young but of excellent quality. Long, elegant and persistent E 2009 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Casanova di Neri... $80 A medium-weight, elegant red, offering cherry, licorice, spice and tar flavors. Open, with light to medium tannins F 2010 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Casanova di Neri... $ pts. WS A hint of spice gives way to ripe cherry, raspberry and earth flavors in this lively, supple red. This is all about texture and elegance, with the fine balance making this feel effortless. The lingering aftertaste evokes tobacco, leather and spice notes A 1997 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva DOCG, Poggio Antico... $ pts. WS Fabulous aromas of exotic fruit, with violets, lavender and roses. Full-bodied, loads of ripe fruit, with a fresh berry, black pepper and vanilla character B 2000 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva DOCG, Poggio Antico... $200 Impressive for the vintage. Loads of blackberry, chocolate and floral aromas follow through to a full-bodied palate, with silky, refined tannins and a long, long finish. 970 cases made A 1998 Brunello di Montalcino Altero DOCG, Poggio Antico... $175 Pretty aromas of grapes, minerals, blackberries and cherries. Full-bodied, with a fantastic core of raspberry fruit and solid, silky tannins. 875 cases made B 1999 Brunello di Montalcino Altero DOCG, Poggio Antico... $175 A fresh red with plenty of dried cherry and blackberry character and hints of vanilla. Full-bodied, with loads of silky tannins and a wonderfully long finish of fruit and tannins. A beautiful wine. 1,420 cases made C 2000 Brunello di Montalcino Altero DOCG, Poggio Antico... $175 Intense aromas of ripe plum, almost pruny and dried flowers. Full-bodied, with silky tannins and a pretty finish. 1,680 cases made. 30

35 1062 D 2001 Brunello di Montalcino Altero DOCG, Poggio Antico... $175 Lots of bright fruit and licorice with just a hint of wood. Full-bodied, with silky tannins and a long, caressing finish. 2,700 cases made E 2003 Brunello di Montalcino Altero DOCG, Poggio Antico... $190 Beautiful and perfumed, with blackberry and black cherry aromas. Full-bodied and long, with chewy tannins. Very fresh and balanced F 2004 Brunello di Montalcino Altero DOCG, Poggio Antico... $200 Shows currants and raspberries, with a hint of vanilla on the nose. Full-bodied, with fine tannins and a long and subtle, yet flavorful finish. Refined and pretty A 1998 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Poggio Antico... $120 Gorgeous aromas of berries, cherries and fresh porcini turning floral after a few minutes in the glass. Fullbodied, with a lovely silky tannin structure and a long, rich and subtle fruit character on the finish B 2000 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Poggio Antico... $115 Very ripe plum, almost pruny character. Medium- to full-bodied, with fine tannins and a medium finish with a caressing texture C 2003 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Poggio Antico... $110 Aromas of black cherry and mineral, with hints of flowers. Full-bodied, with pretty fruit, soft tannins and a medium finish D 2004 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Poggio Antico... $125 Displays aromas of raspberries, flowers and minerals. Full-bodied, yet refined and racy, with hints of black pepper and blackberry character. Racy finish Brunello di Montalcino Riserva DOCG, Le Macioche... $195 This shows a lovely complex nose of roses, Indian spices and ripe berries on the nose. Full-bodied, with refined and silky tannins and a long, rich finish. A beauty! 165 cases made A 1997 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Le Macioche... $150 Aromas of ripe red fruit, leather and tobacco with rich, harmonious, warm red berry flavors and soft tannins B 1999 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Le Macioche... $115 Coconut scents and currant aromas, with multi-layered and lingering finish. Very exotic C 2000 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Le Macioche... $110 An attractive coconut-like aroma (reminiscent of American oak) rises from the glass of this accompanied by abundant quantities of currant, smoke, and toast. It is exotic and distinctive D 2001 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Le Macioche... $100 Some berry and cherry characteristics with fine tannins and a medium-finish E 2003 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Le Macioche... $115 Powerful and persistent on the palate, the natural grape tannins combine very well with the sweeter wood tannins. Full-bodied and well-structured, the wine has a strong, sapid finish Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Pertimali DOCG, Angelo Sassetti... $150 This wine has power, density, and structure with that gamey signature the Pertimali estate is famous for. While it will age for a decade plus after the vintage, the richness of the 1997 vintage allows it to be enjoyed now. 31

36 1078 A 1997 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Pertimali DOCG, Livio Sassetti... $250 Rich with elegant jammy cherry and plum flavors with intense spice and a nearly limitless finish. This wine represents what many Brunellos aspire to be! 1078 B 1999 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Pertimali DOCG, Livio Sassetti... $195 This Brunello di Montalcino Riserva is a fascinating wine. Its deep garnet color is accompanied by a big, sweet nose of melted asphalt, truffles, soy, tobacco, leather, and glorious quantities of red currant and black cherry fruit. Dense, ripe, layered, and sweet C 2001 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Pertimali DOCG, Livio Sassetti... $175 Floral and berry character, with hints of cherry. Full-bodied, with soft tannins and lots of sweet, ripe cherry flavors A 1998 Brunello di Montalcino Pertimali DOCG, Livio Sassetti... $175 Sweet cherries and currants coupled with the earthy saddle leather and truffle on palate, complement the spice-filled nose B 1999 Brunello di Montalcino Pertimali DOCG, Livio Sassetti 1.5 Liter... $ C 1999 Brunello di Montalcino Pertimali DOCG, Livio Sassetti 750 ml... $160 It begins with an aromatic explosion of rich black fruits with hints of truffles and soy offering round elegant tannins and complex lingering finish D 2000 Brunello di Montalcino Pertimali DOCG, Livio Sassetti... $130 Plenty of dried cherry, with hints of mahogany. Medium-bodied, with silky, refined tannins and a lovely chocolate, berry and cherry aftertaste E 2001 Brunello di Montalcino Pertimali DOCG, Livio Sassetti... $125 Floral and berry character, with hints of cherry. Full-bodied, with soft tannins and nice sweet, ripe cherry flavors F 2003 Brunello di Montalcino Pertimali DOCG, Livio Sassetti... $115 Blueberry and raspberry, with hints of vanilla and spices, lead to a full-bodied palate, with velvety tannins and a long finish G 2004 Brunello di Montalcino Pertimali DOCG, Livio Sassetti... $120 Seductive fragrance of violets, blackberry and cherry fruits, and spice, with a lengthy, fascinating palate A 2003 Brunello di Montalcino Montosoli DOCG, Altesino... $160 One of the most sought-after wines from Montalcino, Montosoli is consistently a blockbuster red. On the nose, it shows its complex personality with a delicious blend of black cherry, raspberry, violets, licorice, vanilla and black pepper. Extremely enticing, opulent and elegant on the palate, with a warm, long lasting finish, Montosoli is a wine for special occasions B 2004 Brunello di Montalcino Montosoli DOCG, Altesino... $ pts. WS Blackberry on the nose, with hints of rose perfume. Full-bodied, with silky tannins and a long, rich and flavorful finish. Love the cocoa, berry and light vanilla bean after taste E 2007 Brunello di Montalcino Montosoli DOCG, Altesino... $165 Aromas of plum jam and cherries follow through to a full body, with velvety tannins and a fruity finish. The purity to this wine is impressive. It is laser-guided in structure and fruit. 32

37 1080 F 2008 Brunello di Montalcino Montosoli DOCG, Altesino... $ pts. WS Collectables #96 Top 100 Wines of 2013 Intense balsamic and mint notes make this red distinctive, along with currant, raspberry and floral touches. Silky, ripe and impressive, this shows elegance and a vibrant structure. Offers excellent length and resonance on the finish A 1998 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Altesino... $135 Collectibles Aromas of plums, leather and dried flowers cascade out of the glass. Full-bodied, with silky and rich tannins and a long, caressing finish B 1999 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Altesino 750 ml... $ C 1999 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Altesino 375 ml... $65 Outstandingly fresh aromas of roses, berries and spicy oak with hints of incense. Full-bodied, with silky and caressing tannins and a long, finely textured finish D 2000 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Altesino 750 ml... $ E 2000 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Altesino 375 ml... $55 Gorgeous aromas of raspberry, flowers and mineral follow through to a silky palate, with lovely tannins and a medium finish. Very fresh and fine for the vintage. Fruit usually reserved for the Montosoli bottling was declassified into this Brunello F 2001 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Altesino 750 ml... $ G 2001 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Altesino 375 ml... $55 Loads of strawberry and fresh herb character, including mint. Full-bodied, with soft tannins and a long, fresh finish. A bit jammy but all there H 2003 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Altesino... $95 The ruby red color of this wine tends toward garnet with age. The bouquet displays ample aromas of violet, wild berries, tobacco, chocolate and vanilla. On the palate, Altesino Brunello is rich, full-bodied and velvety I 2004 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Altesino 750 ml... $ J 2004 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Altesino 375 ml... $50 Bright berry, earth, mushroom and leather on the nose. Full-bodied, with very ripe, almost raisiny fruit. Rich fruit comes through on the finish L 2006 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Altesino 375 ml... $50 Smells like red Burgundy, with floral, cherry, woodsy and graphite aromas and flavors. Sweet and silky, underscored by firm, integrated tannins. Distinctive and delicious M 2007 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Altesino 750 ml... $ N 2007 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Altesino 375 ml... $50 A brilliant ruby red color. Its bouquet is intense, pure, pleasant and refined, reminiscent of sweet violet, tobacco, chocolate and pleasant hints of wild berries and vanilla. Its flavor fully confirms the above in a well-balanced, full-bodied wine with good tannins and a solid structure O 2008 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Altesino 750 ml... $ P 2008 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Altesino 375 ml... $50 This is distinctive, with an intense balsamic flavor backed by plum, cherry and spice notes. Sweet and ample for the vintage, covering the firm, underlying tannins. Everything is integrated and long Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, San Filippo... $125 Nicely aged Brunello with ripe ruby berry fruit with long round tannins. 33

38 1090 A 2000 Brunello di Montalcino Vigneto Manachiara DOCG, Silvio Nardi... $140 Elegant aromas of flowers, berries and raspberries with a slightly hollow midpalate but good berry and toasty oak on the finish. 900 cases made B 2001 Brunello di Montalcino Vigneto Manachiara DOCG, Silvio Nardi... $ pts. WS Very ripe fruit with currant, berry and hints of coffee. Full-bodied, with velvety tannins. Structured and seductive. 850 cases made C 2003 Brunello di Montalcino Vigneto Manachiara DOCG, Silvio Nardi... $130 There s wonderful ripe fruit, tea, tobacco and cedar aromas. Full-bodied and complex, with chewy yet velvety tannins and a long, flavorful finish. 830 cases made D 2004 Brunello di Montalcino Vigneto Manachiara DOCG, Silvio Nardi... $130 Shows blackberry and black cherry aromas. Full-bodied, with silky tannins and lots of dense fruit. Builds on the palate. Juicy and rich. Has more concentration than the average Brunello F 2006 Brunello di Montalcino Vigneto Manachiara DOCG, Silvio Nardi... $130 Packed with plum and cherry flavors, along with dense tannins. This wine is well proportioned. 750 cases imported G 2007 Brunello di Montalcino Vigneto Manachiara DOCG, Silvio Nardi... $130 A lush, round version, with a rich texture wrapping around cherry, plum and tobacco flavors. The tannins emerge on the long finish, accompanied by iron and underbrush notes A 2000 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Silvio Nardi... $95 Exceptionally spicy on the nose, with forest floor, leather and pepper as well as ample berry fruit. Round and likeable, with plum, chocolate, vanilla and toast flavors B 2001 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Silvio Nardi... $95 Very jammy with lots of berry and blackberry character. Full-bodied, with a long finish C 2003 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Silvio Nardi 1.5 Liter... $ D 2003 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Silvio Nardi 750 ml... $ E 2003 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Silvio Nardi 375 ml... $60 Extremely aromatic, with beautiful aromas of cherry, plum and Spanish cedar. Full-bodied, with firm tannins and a silky finish F 2004 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Silvio Nardi... $95 Bright and fruity aromas of strawberries and raspberries follow through to a full body, with firm tannins and a racy, clean finish G 2005 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Silvio Nardi... $95 Plum and fresh mushroom aromas, with a hint of dried dark fruits. Full-bodied, with tangy acidity, slightly chewy tannins and an almost decadent aftertaste of ripe fruit H 2006 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Silvio Nardi... $95 Intense ruby red color with garnet highlights. Clean, sophisticated, intense and complex aroma, rich in evolved overtones, with hints of anise, ripe wild berries and a light touch of vanilla. Warm with supple tannins, great structure, good length and considerable aging capacity. 34

39 1092 I 2007 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Silvio Nardi... $95 The wine has a deep, ruby-red color and intense, complex aromas of red fruits and spices, with toasty oak notes. On the palate, the wine has a silky texture, great finesse and profound flavors framed by noble, velvety tannins. Though impressive now, this wine will benefit from aging J 2008 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Silvio Nardi... $95 Bright red. Complex and inviting aromas of red cherry, violet, brown spices, mocha and licorice. Sweet and subtle on the palate, with very good inner-mouth perfume and energy to the flavors of red fruits, marzipan and mocha. Finishes long, smooth and clean, with a firm tannic spine A 2001 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva DOCG, Caparzo...$125 Racy and refined, with rose, berry and cherry character. Medium-bodied, with fine tannins and a fresh finish B 2004 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva DOCG, Caparzo... $125 Wonderfully aromatic, with tangerine, milk chocolate and plum. Full-bodied, with polished, silky tannins that follow through to a strawberry and plum aftertaste. Reserved and very pretty C 2007 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva DOCG, Caparzo... $ pts. WS There s a delicacy to this version, showing a latent structure and a distinctive spiciness surrounding the core flavors of cherry, raspberry, licorice and mineral. Harmonious and persistent, featuring a long finish. A compelling Brunello riserva. 150 cases imported A 2000 Brunello di Montalcino La Casa DOCG, Caparzo... $95 Fresh and very perfumed, with roses, fresh raspberries and cedar. Full-bodied, with a solid midpalate of fruit and a silky, caressing finish. 100 cases imported B 2001 Brunello di Montalcino La Casa DOCG, Caparzo... $95 Reserved but vinous nose suggests red fruits, flowers and pepper. A step up in intensity. 35

40 1096 C 2004 Brunello di Montalcino La Casa DOCG, Caparzo... $120 A floral and perfumed nose, with raspberries and blackberries. Full-bodied, with racy tannins and a dense yet refined palate A 2000 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Caparzo... $85 Fresh and balanced, with berry, light cedar box character. Medium body and finish, with fine tannins C 2001 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Caparzo 375 ml... $45 Sweet, juicy and silky with cherry, raspberry and herbal flavors. A subtle, delicate midweight with a pliant texture D 2002 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Caparzo... $75 Simple structure with some plum and floral character E 2003 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Caparzo... $75 Aromas of slightly stewed cherry and berry, with hints of coffee bean, follow through to a full body, with plenty of fruit and a velvety, soft and round finish F 2004 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Caparzo 750 ml... $ G 2004 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Caparzo 375 ml... $40 Perfumed with plums, cherries and dried flowers. Full-bodied, with silky and firm tannins and a long finish H 2005 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Caparzo... $80 Plum and berry notes, with hints of strawberry jam, follow through to a full body, with a solid core of ripe fruit, chewy yet polished tannins and a long finish. This is deep and rich I 2006 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Caparzo... $65 A tight, linear style, elegant and supported by firm, dusty tannins. Cherry, molasses and tobacco notes are savory, while the chewy texture persists through the finish J 2007 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Caparzo... $65 Garnet red, intense and brilliant, with light orange hints. The bouquet is penetrating, very full and varied, reminiscent of wild berries. On the palate, dry, warm, full-bodied, harmonious, delicate and austere and persistent at the same time A 2001 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Uccelliera... $95 Aromas of blackberry, spices and dried mushrooms follow through to a full-bodied palate, with big velvety tannins and a long finish. 1,000 cases made C 2003 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Uccelliera... $110 Shows wonderful aromas of ripe berry, fresh mushroom, cigar box and spices. Full-bodied, with superfine tannins and a long finish D 2004 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Uccelliera... $ pts. WS #16 Top 100 Wines of 2009 Complex aromas of rose, blackberry, blueberry and dark chocolate. Full-bodied, with wonderfully velvety tannins and focused, juicy, rich fruit. Long and intense. The finish shows berry, tobacco, toasty oak, berry and chocolate. Goes on and on. 36

41 1100 E 2011 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Uccelliera... $110 Menthol, cherry, strawberry and licorice flavors highlight this juicy red. Nicely framed by dusty tannins that emerge on the finish, this is balanced and long overall A 2001 Brunello di Montalcino Piaggione DOCG, Podere Salicutti... $ pts. WS Lots of licorice, new wood and ripe fruit character follows through to a full-bodied palate, with masses of fruit and ripe tannins. This shows fantastic concentration and goes on for minutes. 800 cases made B 2003 Brunello di Montalcino Piaggione DOCG, Podere Salicutti... $135 Made from 100% Sangiovese Grosso harvested from the Piaggione and Teatro vineyards. Unfiltered to preserve the wholesome red berry and spice flavors typical of Brunello, Piaggione offers an intense garnet color and a complex bouquet of red cherry and floral notes. This is an artisanal Brunello C 2004 Brunello di Montalcino Piaggione DOCG, Podere Salicutti... $130 Piaggione offers an intense garnet color and a complex bouquet of fruit and floral notes. A solid tannic structure frames the palate with hints of coffee, tobacco and chocolate lingering on the finish. Concentrated, intense, and persistent. This is an artisanal Brunello, and an authentic gem from Montalcino D 2005 Brunello di Montalcino Piaggione DOCG, Podere Salicutti... $130 A perfumed red, offering berry and chocolate aromas that follow through to a medium body, with fine tannins and a medium finish E 2006 Brunello di Montalcino Piaggione DOCG, Podere Salicutti... $ pts. WS Collectibles There s fine depth to the cherry, plum and licorice aromas and flavors in this supple red, which is concentrated, yet balanced and refined, with the dusty tannins asserting themselves on the finish. Very complex and long. 120 cases imported F 2007 Brunello di Montalcino Piaggione DOCG, Podere Salicutti... $ pts. WS Highly Recomended Intense garnet color with a complete balsamic, spiced and fruity nose. Strong tannic structure with an ample palate. Hints of chocolate and coffee on the finish. Intense and persistent. 670 cases made A 2000 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Fanti... $175 Plenty of raspberry, mineral and floral aromas follow through to a full-bodied palate, with good vanilla oak character and a medium finish B 2001 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Fanti... $ pts. WS #23 Top 100 Wines of 2006 Deep ruby red color with scents of wild fruit in the bouquet. Very focused, concentrated and spicy with accents of raspberries. Smooth and well-balanced with firm yet velvety tannins C 2003 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Fanti... $95 A classic and rich Brunello with intense ruby red color, violet shades and garnet-red tones.sweet, supple and silky in the mouth, with fine-grained tannins framing the juicy aromas of plum, vanilla, cocoa, coffee, and leather D 2004 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Fanti... $95 94 pts. WS Layered and velvety with scents of blackberries and dried flowers. Rich and flavorful and full-bodied, with lots of ripe berry and cream character. Long and beautiful Brunello di Montalcino Riserva DOCG, Soldera... $495 Complex, multifaceted bouquet mingling scents of ripe berries, dark cherries, tobacco and dried flowers. Organically farmed vineyards on the Case Basse estate in Montalcino, in the province of Siena, Tuscany. 37

42 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Soldera... $450 Full-bodied, austere and elegant, with flavors of red and black fruits and nuances of exotic spices against a backdrop of silky tannins. Long on the palate, with an impressive finish that lingers on and on. Organically farmed vineyards on the Case Basse estate in Montalcino, in the province of Siena, Tuscany A 1998 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, La Fiorita... $120 A dark and solid garnet, boasts a warmed, singed nose of plummy fruit, caramel, tar and some chocolate on the tail end B 1999 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, La Fiorita... $110 Deep ruby red with warm, inviting aromas of red currant, black raspberry, espresso, graphite, marzipan and dried flowers. Lush, sweet and round, with concentrated, ripe flavors of cherry berries, tobacco and smoke nicely firmed by harmonious acidity A 2000 Brunello di Montalcino Greppone Mazzi DOCG, Ruffino... $95 The bouquet opens with a crescendo of floral and fruity notes, where fresh rose petals, blueberries, ripe plums and cassis make themselves particularly noted. The long aging period in oak leaves delicious spicy scents of tobacco and cloves in the bouquet. They are beautifully intertwined with light balsamic sensations of rosemary and thyme B 2003 Brunello di Montalcino Greppone Mazzi DOCG, Ruffino... $90 Full-bodied, lush and enveloping on the palate, with chewy tannins and a tight, vibrating texture, full of spicy fruit. The aftertaste is long lingering with notes of tar, rosemary and cherry pie. The 1st vintage of Renieri Brunello in the winery A view of the vineyards from the Agriturismo Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Renieri... $120 This 2003 is the premier release of the Brunello di Montalcino by Renieri. Ripe and spicy, with cherry and floral character on the nose. Medium- to full-bodied, with fine tannins and a vanilla and cherry aftertaste. He is a producer of refined and sensual wines that expect to gain recognition everywhere. 2,900 cases made A 2003 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, San Polo... $95 Intense ruby red in color, with garnet hues, San Polo Brunello is full-bodied and warm in the mouth, with typical aromas of violets and small red fruits followed by subtle notes of coffee. The finish is long, with round and refined tannins surrounding the juicy texture B 2004 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, San Polo... $95 Intense ruby red in color, with garnet hues, San Polo Brunello is full-bodied and warm on the palate. It offers typical aromas of violets and small red fruits, followed by subtle notes of coffee. The finish is long, with round and refined tannins surrounding the juicy texture D 2006 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, San Polo... $100 The 2006 Brunello di Montalcino is a beautiful, rich Brunello laced with dark cherries, mocha, chocolate, spices, licorice and leather. It shows excellent depth and richness, along with ripe, silky tannins that caress the polished finish. A hint of French oak lingers on the close. 38

43 1116 E 2007 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, San Polo... $100 Intense and bright ruby red garnet highlights, this wine reveals typical aromas of violets and small red berries. There is a distinctive aroma of aromatic wood and a light note of vanilla and preserved fruit, followed by subtle nuances of coffee. The nose is intense, persistent, broad and ethereal. The wine is warm, with a densely-woven and robust texture, while the finish is persistent with roundly defined tannins Brunello di Montalcino Riserva DOCG, ColdiSole... $140 Loads of flowers, berries and hints of vanilla follow through to a full-bodied palate, with velvety tannins, bright acidity and a long, caressing finish. Only 550 cases made A 2003 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, ColdiSole... $95 Lovely density and weight on the palate in a fat, rich expression of ripe dark fruit, chocolate, scorched earth and toasted oak C 2005 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, ColdiSole... $95 An attractive, mid-weight Brunello laced with prunes, dried cherries, flowers and spices. There is good depth, complexity and nuance in the glass E 2007 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Coldisole... $95 Medium dark red violet color with a lovely dried berry, cherry nose. Tasty, rich, cherry, dried berry on the palate with a nice finish A 2004 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Fossacolle... $100 Nice structure with very ripe and powerful, plum, fresh porcini and cinnamon. Full-bodied and powerful, with loads of fruit and powerful tannins B 2010 Brunello di Monatalcino DOCG, Fossacolle... $100 Rich, offering bright cherry, strawberry, peony and earth flavors. The tannins are aggressive, but nothing a little bottle age won t resolve. Combines elegance and a little muscle. 1,108 cases made A 2004 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Fuligni... $ pts. WS A wonderful nose of roses, strawberries and sandalwood. Full-bodied, with fine tannins and an aftertaste of berry, cedar and light coffee bean. Caresses every inch of your palate B 2005 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Fuligni... $ Brunello di Montalcino offers exceptional elegance and a long, polished close to round things out. Sweet red cherries, subtle hints of French oak and tobacco linger on the long impeccable close. This is a wonderful Brunello that is drop-dead gorgeous F 2009 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Fuligni... $125 Cherry, balsamic, leather and underbrush aromas and flavors highlight this medium-bodied, intense red. Leans slightly toward the tannins, but turns silky and finishes long G 2010 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Fuligni... $125 A bright, spice-laden version, with macerated cherry, strawberry, tobacco and earth flavors. The ample tannins add structure, yet the lasting impression is of sweet fruit and refinement. 2,500 cases made H 2011 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Fuligni... $125 This aromatic red offers floral, strawberry, cherry and wild herb notes. Elegant and well-balanced, with a lingering finish of tobacco, earth and cherry. 39

44 1124 I 2012 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Fuligni... $125 Cherry, plum, spice and tobacco flavors are the themes in this rich, grainy red, which is well-integrated, with a vibrant feel. Accents of earth and leather emerge on the finish. 2,500 cases made J 2013 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Fuligni... $145 Deep garnet color with orange hues, the bouquet shows red fruit and spice, confirmed on the palate. Soft tannins, firm structure and silky texture A 2004 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Costanti... $140 Rich and subtle, delivering plum, berry and ripe strawberry character, with dried mushroom undertones. Full, with a ripe, velvety tannin backbone and beautiful fruit. Features coffee and berries on the finish, with bright acidity F 2009 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Costanti... $125 Brilliant ruby in color, intense, ripe aromas of berry fruit prelude a lush, full-bodied palate G 2010 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Costanti... $ pts. WS Rich, with a smooth texture and lively structure supporting the mulled cherry, licorice, leather and tobacco flavors. This firms up - a good sign in a young red, with a lingering finish of tobacco and spice. 2,500 cases made H 2013 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Costanti... $ pts WS Macerated cherry fruit holds the center of this elegant red, accented by grass, tobacco and earth flavors. Firm yet supple and elegant, this lingers with a touch of thyme. 1,450 cases made Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Donatella Cinelli Colombini... $80 Has plenty of ripe fruit, with raspberry and cherry character. Full-bodied, with dense, velvety tannins, a lovely texture and a long finish Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Camigliano... $80 Almost salty in taste, featuring licorice, kirsch, raspberry and tobacco aromas and flavors. Supple in texture, with a light grain to the underlying tannins. Shows fine length, revealing echoes of cherry on the finish. 250 cases made Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Lupi & Sirene DOCG, Podere Le Ripi... $ vintage is the first Riserva Lupi & Sirene produced. It has a symphony of aromas from intense smells of ripe forest berries, spices and herbs, leather, forest floor and balsamic notes. An impressive, broad and multi-layered structure but fresh due to the typical mineral notes of the terroir Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Castiglion Del Bosco... $70 Superb structure, and an inviting, mouthfilling palate are the hallmarks of this Sangiovese grown in the 42-hectare Capanna vineyard facing towards the Mediterranean sea. A garnet-flecked ruby red, it releases generous, emphatic fragrances classic to Sangiovese, developing a near-endless progression notable for its beautiful balance Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Fattoria dei Barbi... $95 94 pts WS Wild herb, underbrush, cherry and smoke notes weave throughout this supple red. Firms up on the finish while remaining fresh and resonant. 2,500 cases imported. 40

45 Red Wines of Toscana ~ Chianti Bin Wine Bottle Chianti Rufina Montesodi DOCG, Frescobaldi... $130 Initial sweet scent of vanilla combined with rich fruity red currants and raspberries Chianti Classico Riserva di Famiglia DOCG, Cecchi 1.5 Liter... $120 This Riserva opens with a spectacular ruby color, thick density and succulent notes of red cherry and bursting fruit Chianti Classico DOCG, Cecchi... $40 Intense ruby red color tending to burgundy with ageing, a delicate fragrance, it has an intense and persistent flavor; its structure is broad and extremely well-balanced, with great harmony Chianti DOCG, Cecchi... $25 A lively ruby red color, it has a powerful and persistent fragrance with a soft and balanced finish Chianti Classico Riserva Badia a Passignano DOCG, Antinori... $90 An intense ruby red in color, the wine shows aromas of ripe fruit, at times of maximum ripeness, but with a total respect for the grape variety and an excellently maintained freshness. The notes of the fruit and of the oak fuse in harmonious balance with minty balsamic notes and suggestions of graphite. The rich palate, with supple and balanced tannins, is vibrant and fully expressive of Sangiovese. The length, persistence, and aftertaste are of notable importance and echo the fruit first felt on the nose Chianti Classico Pèppoli DOCG, Antinori... $45 Ruby red in color, the 2010 Pèppoli is characterized by notes of cherry fruit well amalgamated with chocolate and vanilla from the oak aging. On the palate the wine shows much Sangiovese character with soft an silky tannins and a good persistence on the finish and aftertaste Sergio Zingarelli Chianti Classico Gran Selezione DOCG, Rocca della Macìe... $175 Deep ruby red color with fruity aromas with long persistency and a touch of spice. It is velvety with a very good balance. 860 cases made Chianti Classico Riserva Tenuta di Fizzano DOCG, Rocca delle Macìe... $50 Intense ruby red and moderately spicy with great style and finesse. Full-bodied with rich berry fruit flavors and nice tannins. 1,000 cases imported Chianti Classico Tenuta di Sant Alfonso DOCG, Rocca delle Macìe... $45 Medium-bodied with black fruit and a hint of vanilla with lightly polished tannins and a fresh, fruity finish. 41

46 The Chianti Classico Rooster at Rocca delle Macìe Chianti Classico Riserva DOCG, Rocca delle Macìe... $40 Vibrant and assertive, with flavors reminiscent of lush, ripe plums and earthy notes. From one of the district s most prestigious producers Chianti Classico DOCG, Rocca delle Macìe... $30 In its quest for quality, this top Tuscan estate leaves nothing to chance. Mature fruit aromas and a richly textured flavor mingle with spectacular effect in this beautifully crafted Chianti Classico Chianti Classico Riserva DOCG, Villa Cerna... $40 Lively, ruby-red color, tending toward garnet with age. Delicate bouquet of violets and iris. Soft and round taste Chianti Classico Riserva DOCG, Banfi... $35 Intense dark red color with burgundy nuances. The bouquet is complex with balsamic hints, reminiscent of jam, tobacco and cacao. The structure is compact, round and significant with soft tannins adding dimension, length and a long finish Chianti Classico DOCG, Banfi... $25 An alluring bouquet of black fruit and violets with rich flavors of cherry and leather, finishing with supple tannins and good acidity Chianti Classico Riserva DOCG, Nozzole... $50 This wine shows crisp, ripe red berry and cherry fruit flavors and aromas sustained by a fresh, acidic note offset by classic Sangiovese notes of earth, mushrooms and leather, with an elegant tannic backbone Chianti Classico Riserva DOCG, Nozzole 375 ml... $25 Elegant and intense, delivering cherry, leather, bitter almond and tea flavors on a dense profile Chianti Classico Riserva Ducale Oro DOCG, Ruffino... $65 The ripe, luscious nose shows intriguing hints of violets and iris, berry fruit, chocolate and smoke Chianti Rufina Riserva Castello di Nipozzano DOCG, Frescobaldi... $40 Brilliant, clear scarlet red. The nose is complex and intense with prevalent red fruit scents of bitter cherry, plum, and raspberry followed by spiced and toasted notes of pepper, nutmeg and coffee. In the mouth the wine is warm, soft and significantly fresh. Nipozzano 2013 is elegant and enveloping, with fine tannins that are well balanced in the wine s structure and a long and persistent fruity finish Chianti Classico DOCG, Bossi... $35 This juicy Chianti Classico offers sweet flavors of wild berries, plum and toasted oak, followed by aromas of ripe cherry and violet. Fruit, tannins and body reach an elegant balance that carries through to the lingering finish. 42

47 Chianti Classico Castello di Fonterutoli DOCG, Mazzei... $95 This exclusive Chianti Classico from the renowned Fonterutoli estate is made from seven different clones of Sangiovese grown in three separate vineyards, imparting a distinctive complexity to the wine. Its intriguing bouquet brings together aromas of ripe, dark fruit with notes of black olive, smoke and toast. Powerful, rich and elegant, on the palate; the ultimate expression of the Fonterutoli estate s diverse terroir Chianti Classico Fonterutoli DOCG, Mazzei... $45 Bright aromas of fresh cherries mingle with notes of thyme and subtle smoky nuances. Complex and elegant, with flavors of ripe red fruits and a pleasant acidity. Fine and well balanced, with a lengthy finish Chianti Classico Riserva Ser Lapo DOCG, Mazzei... $40 Exotic red with a hint of violet. Bright aromas of fresh cherries mingle with notes of thyme and subtle smoky nuances. Cranberry, raspberry and red cherry dominate with hints of leather, cedar and cocoa powder. Some earthiness in the finish and ripe soft tannins Chianti Classico La Selvanella Riserva DOCG, Melini... $45 Enormously classy with fruit aromas mixing with violets and tobacco before the rounded, gutsy, deliciously drinkable palate reveals supporting acidity that says Sangiovese loud and clear Chianti Classico Riserva San Marcellino DOCG, Rocca di Montegrossi... $80 Classic example of high level Sangiovese, intense and riveting in its expression of ripe red currant fruit, tar, and chocolate, warm and forceful on the palate, strong and balanced from the beginning to the finish Chianti Classico DOCG, Rocca di Montegrossi... $50 Aromatic expansion with abundant notes of red currants, violets, and tobacco and a vigorous, refreshing palate of fine size and length and much fruit. A robust finish which lingers in elegant fashion Chianti Classico Grosso Sanese DOCG, Podere il Palazzino... $60 Intense ruby red color with ample, ripe red fruit, vanilla, sweet spices and toasty notes. Well integrated tannins, very persistent. 43

48 Library Collection of Badia a Coltibuono The Library Collection of Badia a Coltibuono has been added to our wine list to give our guests the opportunity to try a rare wine for that special occasion. Please keep in mind that when ordering older vintage wines you are not going to taste the typical flavor profiles. Older vintages will not have bright colors and fresh fruit. The older wines will be more amber in color, and separate fruit flavor components will not be separate, rather totally integrated with tannins that are so soft, they are barely perceptible. It is one thing to read about history, yet another to taste it! Take this rare opportunity and enjoy the wines of Badia a Coltibuono. Bin Wine Bottle Chianti Classico Riserva DOCG, Badia a Coltibuono... $ Chianti Classico Riserva DOCG, Badia a Coltibuono... $ Chianti Classico Riserva DOCG, Badia a Coltibuono... $ Chianti Classico Riserva DOCG, Badia a Coltibuono... $ Chianti Classico Riserva DOCG, Badia a Coltibuono... $ Chianti Classico Riserva DOCG, Badia a Coltibuono... $ Chianti Classico Riserva DOCG, Badia a Coltibuono... $ Chianti Classico Riserva DOCG, Badia a Coltibuono... $195 44

49 Red Wines of Toscana Bin Wine Bottle 1700 A 1999 Toscana Masseto IGT, Tenuta dell Ornellaia... $ pts. WS Cellar Selection This great vintage at Tenuta dell Ornellaia produced one of the most extraordinary vintages Masseto ever made. The wine is rich with profound depth. The aromas continue to evolve and the tannins are exceptionally rich and literally fill the palate indicating a magnificent aging potential B 2000 Toscana Masseto IGT, Tenuta dell Ornellaia... $1000 Complex aromas of berry, fresh herb and light toasty oak. Full-bodied, with lovely fruit and refined, almost lean tannins C 2001 Toscana Masseto IGT, Tenuta dell Ornellaia... $ pts. WS Collectibles #6 Top 100 Wines of 2004 Wonderful aromas of blackberries, raspberries and fresh tobacco, with a hint of exotic fruit. Full-bodied, with loads of velvety tannins and a long, long finish. Very silky indeed. A gorgeous, seductive, classy red. A monument to Tuscany. Layers and layers of fruit and tannins D 2002 Toscana Masseto IGT, Tenuta dell Ornellaia... $1000 This beautiful 2002 has aromas of berries and fresh herbs with a light flowery hint. Medium- to full-bodied, with very silky tannins and a long caressing finish E 2004 Toscana Masseto IGT, Tenuta dell Ornellaia... $ pts. WS Collectibles Resulting from a vintage during which Merlot ripened perfectly, the 2004 Masseto displays great aromatic complexity, with the typical prune and black cherry aromas coupled with floral overtones and subtle oak. On the palate the richness of the ripe fruit is supported by a tightly woven, ample tannic structure and fresh acidity. The balance between opulence, power and elegance makes it a classic expression of its terroir, unique to both Bolgheri and Tuscany F 2005 Toscana Masseto IGT, Tenuta dell Ornellaia... $ pts. WS Collectibles The fruit of an especially late harvest, Masseto displays great aromatic maturity, with fruit and spice joining the usual balsamic and mentholated accents. Ample, rich, and full on the palate, the first impact reveals a tremendous tannic structure, which is so atypical for Merlot, but makes it easy to recognize this wine as the product of a unique terroir: Vigna Masseto. The complexity and length apparent upon sipping allow us to appreciate every characteristic of the wine, which will age long and well G 2006 Toscana Masseto IGT, Tenuta dell Ornellaia... $ pts. WS The 2006 Masseto reflects the particular conditions of the vintage: ripeness, concentration and balance. The intense nose with ripe fruit and jam reflects the summer sun. On the palate it s powerful, rich, and opulent, with tightly woven, sweet, polished tannins balanced perfectly by acidity, which leads into a long finish marked by elegance and freshness. 45

50 1700 H 2007 Toscana Masseto IGT, Tenuta dell Ornellaia... $ pts. WS An overwhelming elegance and complex wealth of aromatics, boasting impressions of perfectly ripe red and dark berry fruit, along with balsamic notes of wild herbs, smooth spices, and cocoa. The mouthfeel is dense, rich, intense, with glossy, silk-smooth tannins. A very long, leisurely finish reveals a good vein of acidity and concludes clean and fresh I 2008 Toscana Masseto IGT, Tenuta dell Ornellaia... $900 Opulent and complex, with dark fruits such as plums and blackberries. 400 cases imported J 2009 Toscana Masseto IGT, Tenuta dell Ornellaia... $900 Intense impressions of ripe cherry, chocolate, spice, and coffee. Profound and full-volumed in the mouth, it boasts explosive fruit, and tannins which are glossy and firm. Its vein of crisp acidity fuels a long finish marked by a vivacious crispness. 400 cases imported K 2010 Toscana Masseto IGT, Tenuta dell Ornellaia... $ pts. WS Collectables Rich and concentrated, showing blackberry, plum, clove and spice flavors buoyed by dense tannins. With aeration, a cedar note emerges and the texture becomes smooth and seamless. 360 cases imported L 2011 Toscana Masseto IGT, Tenuta dell Ornellaia... $ pts. WS Collectables Opulent and expressive, opening with coffee and vanilla aromas that lead to sweet plum and black cherry flavors. Leather, tobacco and iron notes contribute to the complexity of this Merlot. Lingers with a powerful, structured finish. 360 cases imported A 1998 Ornellaia Bolgheri Rosso Superiore DOC, Tenuta dell Ornellaia... $ pts. WS Cellar Selection Concentrated aromas and flavors of cassis and blackberries are offset by suggestions of herb, mint and vanilla in this elegantly structured wine B 2000 Ornellaia Bolgheri Rosso Superiore DOC, Tenuta dell Ornellaia... $450 On the palate notes of ripe currants, berries and cherries. A good balance between silky tannins, acidity and alcohol result in a full-bodied wine with a long finish C 2001 Ornellaia Bolgheri Rosso Superiore DOC, Tenuta dell Ornellaia... $ pts. WS Collectibles Incredible class here, with ultra-fine tannins and layers of currants, berries and lightly toasted oak. Full-bodied, yet all in harmony and beauty with excellent length D 2002 Ornellaia Bolgheri Rosso Superiore DOC, Tenuta dell Ornellaia... $350 Fine aromas of currants, plums and hints of fresh herbs, rosemary in particular. Full-bodied, with silky tannins and a subtle, refined finish E 2004 Ornellaia Bolgheri Rosso Superiore DOC, Tenuta dell Ornellaia... $ pts. WS Collectibles Dark ruby-purple in color, with complex aromas of dark chocolate, cola, vanilla, cedar and currant. Fullbodied yet ultrarefined, with dense, seamless, caressing tannins. Everything is in the right proportion. Superb. Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot F 2005 Ornellaia Bolgheri Rosso Superiore DOC, Tenuta dell Ornellaia... $ pts. WS Deep ruby red in color, it has an elegant, complex bouquet with red and black berry fruit supported by underlying hints of tobacco and spice. On the palate the wine is full and enveloping, displaying a powerful, extremely elegant densely woven tannic structure that flows into a long fruity finish with balsamic overtones. 46

51 1702 H 2007 Ornellaia Bolgheri Rosso Superiore DOC, Tenuta dell Ornellaia... $ pts. WS Collectibles Elegance and development of richly-faceted aromatics, with its classic dark, intense ruby color. Fully-ripened fruit pervades the nose, with crisply-delineated dark wild berry fruit and spice, with balsamic notes J 2010 Ornellaia Bolgheri Rosso Superiore DOC, Tenuta dell Ornellaia... $ pts. WS Collectables The 2010 vintage marks the 25th Anniversary of Ornellaia! A deep ruby hue announces remarkable complexity on the nose, releasing heady fragrances of dark wild berry, pungent spice, and smooth pipe tobacco. The palate is finesse par excellence, with silky tannins and bright, clean-edged fruit, crowned with a finish boasting impressively racy tannins K 2011 Ornellaia Bolgheri Rosso Superiore DOC, Tenuta dell Ornellaia... $ pts. WS Collectables #65 Top 100 Wines of 2014 A dark and inky red, featuring violet, black currant, cedar, sandalwood and iron aromas and flavors. Nonetheless, this comes across as elegant, even as the tannins prove formidable on the finish. A terrific young wine in the making. Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot L 2012 Ornellaia Bolgheri Rosso Superiore DOC, Tenuta dell Ornellaia... $375 Features complex aromas of dark fruit and spice right out of the gate, with intense flavors of rich black cherry, blueberry and spice. The firm yet fine tannins add support as this builds to a long finish and aftertaste A 1998 Sassicaia Bolgheri DOC, Tenuta San Guido... $ pts. WS Cellar Selection Pure, ripe black currant fruit flavors and aromas, with smoky notes of cedar, tobacco and vanilla supporting sleek finely integrated tannic structure B 2000 Sassicaia Bolgheri DOC, Tenuta San Guido... $500 Shows its class. Loaded with fruit. Rich yet balanced, with lots of jammy and plummy character. Full-bodied, with round tannins and a silky finish. Exotic C 2001 Sassicaia Bolgheri DOC, Tenuta San Guido... $ pts. WS The first super-tuscan, this great Cabernet Sauvignon allies a dense core of pure, ripe black currant fruit flavors and aromas with smoky notes of cedar, tobacco and vanilla to a refined supporting acidity and a sleek, finely integrated tannic structure D 2002 Sassicaia Bolgheri DOC, Tenuta San Guido... $400 A blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc. Dark berry fruit and exotic spice scents fill the hightoned penetration nose. Smooth tannins frame the very long finish, leaving one with the impression of persistence and balance E 2003 Sassicaia Bolgheri DOC, Tenuta San Guido... $350 Elegant but firm fruit. Less berry fruit, more savory mineral character but still a lovely balance. Silky-smooth entry on the palate and compact tannins in the finish F 2004 Sassicaia Bolgheri DOC, Tenuta San Guido... $ pts. WS Collectibles This Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc shows aromas of chocolate, currant and blackberry, with a hint of Spanish cedar. Full-bodied, with firm, velvety tannins and a long finish. Racy and very well-structured. 47

52 1708 G 2005 Sassicaia Bolgheri DOC, Tenuta San Guido... $ pts. WS Collectibles The first Super Tuscan, this great Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc allies a dense core of pure, ripe black currant fruit flavors and aromas with smoky notes of cedar, tobacco and vanilla to a refined supporting acidity and a sleek, finely integrated tannic structure H 2006 Sassicaia Bolgheri DOC, Tenuta San Guido... $ pts. WS Collectibles Shows aromas of chocolate, currant and blackberry, with a hint of Spanish cedar. Full-bodied, with firm, velvety tannins and a long finish. Racy and very well-structured. Builds on the palate. Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc at their best I 2007 Sassicaia Bolgheri DOC, Tenuta San Guido... $350 Sassicaia has an intense, concentrated and deep ruby color. The elegant aroma is complex with notes of red fruits. The flavor is powerful, concentrated and has great depth with sweet and balanced tannins. In the mouth it is rich and dense, yet harmonious and elegant J 2008 Sassicaia Bolgheri DOC, Tenuta San Guido... $ pts. WS Collectibles Refined and elegant, this wine shows blackberry, plum, cassis and mineral flavors playing out with subtle oak spice notes on the finish K 2009 Sassicaia Bolgheri DOC, Tenuta San Guido... $375 Collectibles Intense, concentrated and deep ruby-red, this wine offers complex aromas of red and black fruits, with spice and wild herb notes. In the mouth, the rich flavors are dense, yet elegant, harmonious and graceful, with sweet but firm tannins. With a long finish, this wine s depth and structure will ensure an extraordinary evolution in bottle L 2010 Sassicaia Bolgheri DOC, Tenuta San Guido... $ pts. WS Collectibles Intense, concentrated and deep ruby-red, this wine offers complex aromas of red and black fruits, with spice and wild herb notes. In the mouth, the rich flavors are dense, yet elegant, harmonious and graceful, with sweet but firm tannins. With a long finish, this wine s depth and structure will ensure an extraordinary evolution in bottle A 2003 Toscana Guidalberto IGT, Tenuta San Guido... $95 This beautifully balanced wine is strongly marked by sweet black Merlot fruit character, with impressions of ripe, concentrated berries in the aroma offset by restrained notes of spice, vanilla and cedar B 2005 Toscana Guidalberto IGT, Tenuta San Guido... $90 This is wonderful! A Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Sangiovese blend with aromas of crushed blackberry and cherry following through to a full-bodied palate, with velvety tannins and a long finish C 2006 Toscana Guidalberto IGT, Tenuta San Guido... $85 A modern and well-balanced wine with a supple, concentrated character marked by smooth tannins D 2007 Toscana Guidalberto IGT, Tenuta San Guido... $85 Full-bodied Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot blend with sweet blackberry character and hints of blueberry and black licorice. Chewy tannins and a fresh herb and berry aftertaste E 2008 Toscana Guidalberto IGT, Tenuta San Guido... $85 This beautifully balanced wine is strongly marked by sweet black Merlot fruit character, with impressions of ripe, concentrated berries in the aroma offset by restrained notes of spice, vanilla and cedar. These carry onto the palate, which shows an elegantly supple texture supported by ripe, silky tannins, ending in a long, refined finish. 48

53 1710 F 2009 Toscana Guidalberto IGT, Tenuta San Guido... $85 A blend of 60% Cabernet Sauvignon and 40% Merlot, with a high proportion of the Cabernet being a direct declassification of the Sassicaia cuvée. Sweet blackberry character, with hints of blueberry and black licorice. Full-bodied, with chewy tannins and a fresh herb and berry aftertaste G 2010 Toscana Guidalberto IGT, Tenuta San Guido... $85 Cherry, black currant, violet and iron notes mingle in this medium-bodied, intense red, which tends toward a lean, sinewy profile, yet remains long and persistent. Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Sangiovese H 2011 Toscana Guidalberto IGT, Tenuta San Guido... $85 With an intense ruby-red color, the wine has profound aromas of red and black fruits. On the palate, the wine s dense structure is balanced and elegant, with a silky presence, relatively low alcohol and noble tannins. In the mouth, this wine is long and persistent. 60% Cabernet Sauvignon and 40% Merlot I 2014 Toscana Guidalberto IGT, Tenuta San Guido... $85 The second wine of Tuscan legend, Sassicaia. If you like Bordeaux, you will love this a riper, modern take on the French style. The blend of 60% Cabernet and 40% Merlot aged in French and American oaks offers up ripe, almost sweet, fruits with layers of black cherry, blackcurrant, liquorice and spice. A luxurious mouth-feel with cocoa-dusted tannins make this a great food wine and is truly incredible value for the quality A 1999 Toscana Solaia IGT, Antinori... $ pts. WS Collectibles Solaia meaning The sunny one. This aristocratic, supremely balanced wine is intensely fruity, finely structured and complex with soft tannins and lingering finish B 2000 Toscana Solaia IGT, Antinori... $395 Bright aromas of crushed berry and raspberry, with a hint of minerals. Full-bodied and very round, with lovely velvety tannins and a long finish. Big and boisterous C 2001 Toscana Solaia IGT, Antinori... $395 Masses of coffee and blackberry character in this wine. Full-bodied, with velvety tannins, loads of fruit and excellent wood! Big and juicy, with a long, long finish D 2003 Toscana Solaia IGT, Antinori... $ pts. WS Collectibles Fantastic aromas of crushed blackberry, licorice and strawberry. Full-bodied, with rich, velvety tannins and a long, fruity finish. Fruit-forward and exciting. Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc. 49

54 1712 E 2004 Toscana Solaia IGT, Antinori... $ pts. WS Collectibles Extremely intense ruby red color and good complex fruit aromas without excessive hints of oak. With aeration after opening, the wine gradually releases delicate hints of mint and licorice F 2005 Toscana Solaia IGT, Antinori... $ pts. WS Collectibles Intense ruby red color with aromas of ripe fruit, spices, black pepper, chocolate, coffee and vanilla. Generous, vibrant and balanced on the palate with sweet, mouth-filling tannins, forward minerally hints and weight and character enhance by the complexity and finesse G 2010 Toscana Solaia IGT, Antinori... $475 A deep ruby red in color, the wine was also endowed with expressive varietal aromas and sweet notes of red berry fruit and spices. There is full ripeness of flavor with ample and supple structure and elegance and admirable balance. The sustained finish and aftertaste echoed the fragrance first felt on the nose H 2012 Toscana Solaia IGT, Antinori... $475 This Cabernet Sauvignon, Sangiovese and Cabernet Franc has ripe, plum and black cherry notes augmented by toast, spice and tobacco details. Turns more compact on the finish, where dense, dusty tannins reign. 500 cases imported A 1999 Toscana Tignanello IGT, Antinori... $170 A blend of Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc with a deep ruby-purple color. The 1999 Tignanello exhibits rare elegance married to considerable flavor intensity as well as power B 2000 Toscana Tignanello IGT, Antinori... $140 A big, rich and spicy Tignanello, with hints of smoky wood. This blend of Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc is full-bodied, with silky tannins and a medium finish C 2001 Toscana Tignanello IGT, Antinori... $195 A blend of Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc with loads of blackberry, coffee and olive aromas. Full-bodied, with velvety tannins and a long, subtle yet rich finish. A fine Tignanello that shows reserve and class D 2004 Toscana Tignanello IGT, Antinori... $ pts. WS Collectibles #4 Top 100 Wines of 2007 A livelier shade of ruby along with fresher aromatics and flavors. Deeply expressive, it reveals black cherries, licorice, tar and sweet toasted oak on a linear, silky-textured frame of great class and elegance, showing outstanding presence on the palate and fine tannins to round out the finish E 2005 Toscana Tignanello IGT, Antinori... $175 Very intense ruby red color. Nicely expressed varietal aromas with hints of black berry fruit. The palate is weighty, dense and vibrant with complex structure. Long and lingering with hints of chocolate, coffee and marmalade in the aftertaste. The beautifully handled tannin from the wine and wood blend making Tignanello a very complex, stylish and sophisticated wine F 2006 Toscana Tignanello IGT, Antinori... $175 Intense ruby red color with balanced ripe red fruit and spicy aromas on the nose. Full, rich and round palate, with great elegance and complexity. A powerful wine with good length and an aftertaste packed with chocolate and citrus fruits. The tannins are pronounced, but smooth and silky, which, together with balanced acidity, assures Tignanello good ageing potential. 50

55 1714 G 2010 Toscana Tignanello IGT, Antinori... $175 Marked by new oak, this red reveals cherry, currant, vanilla, smoke and chocolate flavors, backed by a powerful rearguard of tannins. Stays fresh through the lingering finish H 2011 Toscana Tignanello IGT, Antinori... $175 The 2011 Tignanello is an intense ruby red in color with purple highlights. The wine is ripe on the nose with notes of dark fruit and with much underlying freshness on the aromatic finish; plum fruit dominates the aromatic gamut along with cherries, and the aromas evolve with vigor and balance towards sensations of mint and liquorice. On the palate, though still young, the wine is ready and inviting, rich and harmonious; excellent the balance of the flavors thanks to the tonic acidity and the solidity and suppleness of the tannins. The finish and aftertaste are rich and savory and are characterized by a sweet persistence and length I 2013 Toscana Tignanello IGT, Antinori... $ pts. WS #8 Top 100 Wines of 2016 Aromas of graphite, smoke and tobacco introduce the cherry flavor in this expressive, focused red. Firm tannins and lively acidity balance the fruit and purity, while herbal, spice and mineral elements all gather steam as this plays out on the long finish J 2014 Toscana Tignanello IGT, Antinori... $175 An intense ruby red in color with purple highlights, the wine shows an intense nose of red fruit along with hints of sweet spices and underbrush. On the palate, the flavors are fresh and vibrant with supple and balanced tannins. The finish and aftertaste are long and sustained A 1999 Bolgheri Tenuta Guado al Tasso Superiore DOC, Antinori... $145 Intensely fruity wine with hints of toast, coffee and dark chocolate. Finely structured and complex with soft tannins and a lingering finish B 2000 Bolgheri Tenuta Guado al Tasso Superiore DOC, Antinori... $145 Very polished yet wild. Ripe and decadent, with spice, meat and fruit. Full-bodied, with thick, velvety tannins and a long, flavorful finish. A full-throttle red. Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Syrah F 2010 Tenuta Guado al Tasso Superiore DOC, Antinori... $165 The nose shows excellent aromatic finesse and freshness with notes of rosemary, mint, red fruit and, lightly, liquorice. Very balanced on the palate, savory and long, the wine is potent and subtle at the same time, elegant and of great drinking pleasure. 216 cases imported Malbèc Vie Cave Fattoria Aldo Brand Esca Maremma Toscana IGT, Antinori... $50 A deep and intense ruby red in color, the wine s fruity aromas mingle and leave ample space to spicy notes, particularly of cloves and vanilla. The palate is balanced and supple, long and with polished, velvety tannins. The finish and aftertaste, dominated by flavors of blueberries and ripe black fruit, are accompanied by subtle notes of dark chocolate. 500 cases imported A 1997 ExcelsuS Sant Antimo DOC, Castello Banfi... $130 A very harmonious body with prevailing flavors of plums, cassis, hazelnut, coffee and a light note of butter B 1998 ExcelsuS Sant Antimo DOC, Castello Banfi... $125 Deep, complex aromas of blackberry, cherry and violet with well-structured tannins that are long and persistent. 51

56 1720 C 1999 ExcelsuS Sant Antimo DOC, Castello Banfi... $125 Fragrant, with plump red cherry and a hint of anise, this medium- to full-bodied wine offers layer after layer of deep, rich and elegant flavors with refined tannins and a long finish D 2000 ExcelsuS Sant Antimo DOC, Castello Banfi... $125 Attractive aromas of currant, raspberry and lemongrass. Full-bodied, with soft tannins and a medium finish E 2001 ExcelsuS Sant Antimo DOC, Castello Banfi... $150 On the palate, the wine is full-bodied and well structured, with firm yet supple tannins. Deep black fruit flavors are complemented by spice notes. The finish is long and soft F 2003 ExcelsuS Sant Antimo DOC, Castello Banfi... $125 Aromas of currant bush and spices follow through to a medium-bodied palate, with fine tannins and a medium finish G 2004 ExcelsuS Sant Antimo DOC, Castello Banfi... $125 Deep, opaque red, complex aroma of black berries, cherry, violets, but also aromas of tobacco, mint, leather; imposing structure of great personality with well-structured tannins that are still young. Long and persistent, tremendous aging potential H 2009 ExcelsuS Toscana IGT, Castello Banfi... $130 Deep red color and a complex bouquet, with aromas of cassis, ripe fruit, licorice and tobacco. In the mouth the wine is very powerful, full-bodied and enveloping. 150 cases imported I 2011 ExcelsuS Sant Antimo DOC, Castello Banfi... $130 The color is deeply intense. The aromas are rich of small fruits as cassis, cherry, raspberries, but also spices, licorice and tobacco. An elegant and refined structure with tannins maintains the bracing in a unique way. The finish is sweet and very long J 2012 ExcelsuS Sant Antimo DOC, Castello Banfi... $130 Woodsy, spicy notes are the highlights in this compact, muscular red. The density belies the sweet cherry, currant and plum fruit that should emerge with a little more time. Show fine balance and length. Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon. 1,660 cases made K 2013 ExcelsuS Sant Antimo DOC, Castello Banfi... $130 60% Merlot and 40% Cabernet Sauvignon. Deep red bouquet. Complex, with aromas of cassis, ripe fruit, licorice and tobacco. This wine is very powerful, full-bodied and enveloping. Ideal for long aging A 1998 SummuS Sant Antimo DOC, Castello Banfi... $130 Deep ruby red color, coupled with aromatic hints of cedar and berries. A racy and lively wine, robust but not aggressive, long and elegant on the finish B 1999 SummuS Sant Antimo DOC, Castello Banfi... $130 Gorgeous aromas of blackberries, spices and licorice, with extremely refined tannins and a long, long finish C 2000 SummuS Sant Antimo DOC, Castello Banfi... $125 The color is very deep and intense with aromas of currants, spices, tobacco, vanilla, plum jam and dried flowers. It has good structure, with sweet and soft tannins. Long finish. A wine that can be enjoyed in its youth but will improve greatly as it ages. 52

57 1722 D 2001 SummuS Sant Antimo DOC, Castello Banfi... $125 This beautiful blend of Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah has beautiful aromas of blackberry and cherry, with a hint of chocolate. Full-bodied, with an ultrarefined tannin structure and a long, caressing finish E 2003 SummuS Sant Antimo DOC, Castello Banfi... $125 Balanced and pretty for such a hot vintage. Medium-bodied, with fine tannins and a bright, fruity aftertaste. Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah F 2004 SummuS Sant Antimo DOC, Castello Banfi... $125 Beautiful and focused on the nose, with blackberry, dark chocolate and currant. Full-bodied and round, with very soft, succulent tannins and a long, rich finish. Balanced and delicious G 2005 Summus Sant Antimo DOC, Castello Banfi... $125 Intense red color. The bouquet is fresh with fruity notes of cherry and prunes, together with more complex and spicy hints of liquorices, coffee and tobacco. A wine of great structure, defined by its sweet tannin. On the palate it is complex and persistent, with a very long and pleasant finish H 2009 SummuS Toscana IGT, Castello Banfi... $125 Great vintage for SummuS, endowing particular elegance. Intense and deep red color. The nose conveys sweet and fruity aromas of cherries and plums, well integrated with notes of vanilla and licorice. Very elegant and balanced, with a beautiful structure supported by muscular and persuasive tannins. Lingering flavors fill the palate I 2010 SummuS Toscana IGT, Castello Banfi... $125 Rich and lush, this polished red exudes smoky oak and vanilla accenting the ripe black cherry and blackberry flavors, staying balanced and resonant through the lingering aftertaste of fruit and spice J 2011 SummuS Toscana IGT, Castello Banfi... $125 Intense and deep red. Bouquet: Conveys sweet and fruity aromas of cherries and plums, well-integrated with notes of vanilla and licorice. Very elegant and balanced with a beautiful structure, supported by muscular and persuasive tannins. Lingering flavors fill the palate. Perfect for long aging L 2013 SummuS Toscana IGT, Castello Banfi... $125 40% Sangiovese, 35% Cabernet Sauvignon, 25% Syrah is intense and deep red. Conveys sweet and fruity aromas of cherries and plums, well-integrated with notes of vanilla and licorice. Very elegant and balanced with a beautiful structure, supported by muscular and persuasive tannins. Lingering flavors fill the palate. Perfect for long aging A 2000 Cum Laude Sant Antimo DOC, Castello Banfi... $75 This Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Sangiovese and Syrah has bright berry, mineral and cherry aromas, with hints of currant. Full-bodied, with firm tannins and a long, caressing finish B 2002 Cum Laude Sant Antimo DOC, Castello Banfi... $75 With terrific compression of flavor, Cum Laude spills forth blackberry, dark cherry and plum fruit with undertones of green olive, licorice and leather. This blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Sangiovese and Syrah is bold and assertive on your palate C 2003 Cum Laude Sant Antimo DOC, Castello Banfi... $70 Very floral, with berry and orange peel aromas. Medium- to full-bodied, with fine tannins and a long, caressing finish D 2004 Cum Laude Sant Antimo DOC, Castello Banfi... $70 This silky and refined Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Sangiovese and Syrah blend is very aromatic, with licorice and berry character. Full-bodied, with currant, mint, dried flowers and incense. 53

58 1724 F 2006 Cum Laude Toscana IGT, Castello Banfi... $70 Very deep mauve red color with complex and soft with notes of plum and cherry jam and a strong presence of licorice, tobacco, vanilla and black pepper I 2008 Cum Laude Toscana IGT, Castello Banfi... $70 This meaty red offers plum, cherry and herb flavors backed by a muscular structure. Dense and tightly wound, with a firm finish, yet nicely balanced J 2009 Cum Laude Toscana IGT, Castello Banfi... $65 Deep red color. Rich, complex scent, sweet, with notes of marmalade, pepper and tobacco. The body is extremely concentrated, powerful, vintage dry fruit. Excellent aptitude at medium-long aging K 2010 Cum Laude Toscana IGT, Castello Banfi... $65 Intense red color. The bouquet is complex and spicy, with hints of licorice, cherry and small red berries. On the palate, the wine is well structured, big and enveloping, with a long, persistent finish L 2012 Cum Laude Toscana IGT, Castello Banfi... $65 Most profound red color. To the nose is very complex, full, and smooth, with notes of jam, pepper and tobacco. In the mouth, it is extremely powerful, highly concentrated, with supple tannins Rosso di Montalcino DOC, Castello Banfi... $45 Silky and fresh, with blackberry, tea and tobacco character. This 100% Sangiovese is medium- to full-bodied, with chewy tannins and a medium finish Belnero Rosso Toscana IGT, Castello Banfi... $50 The color is deep red with light ruby nuances. The aromas are very complex, with hints of coffee, tobacco, blackberry and cherry jam. In the mouth the structure is powerful, warm and chewy, with a greatly enjoyable and pleasant vanilla notes in the end. It is a surely persistent and well-dimensioned wine, which is enjoyable since now and with a great potential of aging Sangiovese Bonizio IGT, Cecchi... $25 Lots of plum and mineral character follows through to a medium-bodied palate, with light tannins and a clean finish A 2003 Toscana Mormoreto IGT, Frescobaldi... $95 A rich purple-nuanced ruby color. Offers well-focused impressions of wild dark berry-fruit beautifully enriched with spicy notes of cinnamon and clove, and then finishes on nuances of tobacco leaf, cocoa powder, and tanned leather B 2004 Toscana Mormoreto IGT, Frescobaldi... $ pts. WS Shows complex aromas of currant, Indian spices, blackberry and flowers. This Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Cabernet Franc is full-bodied, with fabulous tannins that are thick and silky and a long, caressing finish. The palate is also multifaceted, with bright acidity A 1997 Toscana Luce IGT, Luce della Vite... $150 This powerful wine is full of finesse. Its intense bouquet releases enticing aromas of raspberries and black currants, alternating with sweeter hints of vanilla and cloves which weave into a long, warm finish. The tannins are extremely fine and velvety, ensuring complexity in the bottle B 2007 Toscana Luce IGT, Luce della Vite... $ pts. WS A deep, almost opaque, ruby red greets the eye. The initial fragrances on the nose are clean-edged notes of dark fruit, such aswild blackberry and black cherry, which slowly make way for more pungent impressions of balsam and wild herbs. 54

59 Rosso di Montalcino DOC, Il Poggione... $45 A warm wine with flavors of spice and cherry. Younger and more accessible version of Brunello, Il Poggione Rosso di Montalcino is made with carefully selected Sangiovese grapes handpicked from the youngest of estate vines that are at least 15-years-old. An amazing baby Brunello Toscana Rosso IGT, Mazzoni...$45 Fresh, medium-bodied red, with berry, cherry and tobacco character. MAZZONI is a blend of two of the world s greatest grape varieties created by two distinguished winemaking families. The Franceschi (Montalcino) and Terlato (Napa) partnership has flourished for more than 30 years, with each family bringing its expertise in the given variety. While the Franceschi family has produced prestigious Brunello di Montalcino for generations, the outstanding Napa Valley Merlots created by the Terlato family are widely recognized among the best in the world today Colli della Toscana Centrale Bombereto DOC, La Rampa di Fugnano... $90 This toasty barrique aged Sangiovese exhibits strawberry and black cherry fruit with a silky long finish Toscana Ghiaie della Furba IGT, Capezzana... $65 This medium-bodied wine has lots of interesting fruit, smoke and chocolate aromas with light tannins Syrah Il Bosco DOC, Tenimenti Luigi d Alessandro... $75 Complex yet refined aromas of blackberry, mineral and flowers follow through to a full-bodied palate, with silky tannins and a long, caressing finish. Peppery and fruity. Delicious Syrah Migliara Cortona DOC, Tenimenti Luigi d Alessandro... $125 Blackberry and plum flavors are ripe and fleshy, with a hint of flowers and spice. This red is juicy and firm, showing ample grip on the finish. Only 600 cases made Toscana Ser Gioveto IGT, Rocca delle Macìe... $70 A big and rich Sangiovese, with loads of fruit and velvety tannins. Full-bodied and very long Sangiovese Rubizzo IGT, Rocca delle Macìe... $25 Intense, ripe berry fruits with a rich, smooth structure. 55

60 Toscana SaSyr IGT, Rocca delle Macìe... $30 This 60% Sangiovese; 40% Syrah is brilliant ruby in color with intense red fruit aromas of ripe cherry, blackberry and raspberry. A succulent, supple well-structured palate with a silky smooth finish Morellino di Scansano DOCG, Val delle Rose... $40 Bright red color with violet hues. The aroma is fruity, with intense notes of wild cherry that are typical of this varietal. They add a richness and pleasant sharpness. On the palate, it is smooth and full flavored with ample body and supple tannins Rosso di Montepulciano DOCG, Poliziano... $35 A pretty rosso with tobacco, ripe fruit and cherry aromas Vino Nobile Montepulciano DOCG, Avignonesi 375 ml... $30 #58 Top 100 Wines of 2013 This round version is laced with black cherry and raspberry fruit, showing hints of cocoa and spice. Firm tannins lend support, making this well-balanced overall, with a lingering finish of warm chocolate cake Merlot Desiderio DOC, Avignonesi... $120 Intense, ruby red in color, its bouquet is delicate and persistent, with a slight scent of wild fruits; the taste is fullbodied, harmonious and round Grifi Toscana IGT, Avignonesi... $80 Bright ruby red color with aromas of fresh red fruits such as cherries underlined by hints of rosemary, thyme and undergrowth. Intriguing and seductive, this potent wine has a notable, yet soft tannin structure with a long, savory finish Toscana 50 & 50 IGT, Avignonesi-Capannelle... $190 Blackberry and licorice, with hints of spices. Full-bodied, with a solid core of fruit and silky tannins Bolgheri Toscana IGT, Orma... $140 Deep, intense ruby in color, the bouquet recalls ripe red fruit and blackberries with notes of Mediterranean vegetation and eucalyptus and a subtle nuance of baked bell peppers from the component varities. Structured, velvet-textured and complex on the palate, its rich, layered flavors and roundness are sustained by a vibrant, vivid freshness and sweet, well balanced, perfectly integrated tannins. A very consistent, very long finish evokes the lingering aromas of the bouquet A 2003 Toscana Oreno IGT, Tenuta Sette Ponti... $195 Highly Recommended #5 Top 100 Wines of 2005 An internationally-styled, super Tuscan blend of Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, this wine s dense aromas of cassis and black stone fruit are offset by notes of herbs, spice and sweet oak which carry onto a ripe palate marked by firm tannic structure B 2004 Toscana Oreno IGT, Tenuta Sette Ponti... $ pts. WS #45 Top 100 Wines of 2006 This Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Sangiovese blend is bursting with generous super-ripe dark fruit and sweet toasted oak notes, showing much concentration, length and vitality on the palate, as well as finessed tannins to round out the finish C 2005 Toscana Oreno IGT, Tenuta Sette Ponti... $ pts. WS Gourgeous aromas of blackberry, currant, raspberry and just a hint of toasty oak and coffee. Full-bodied, with super-velvety tannins and wonderful balance. The finish goes on and on. Tre Bicchieri Winner D 2006 Toscana Oreno IGT, Tenuta Sette Ponti... $ pts. WS #15 Top 100 Wines of 2008 An internationally-styled, super Tuscan blend of Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, this wine s dense aromas of cassis and black stone fruit are offset by notes of herbs, spice and sweet oak which carry onto a ripe palate marked by firm tannic structure. 56

61 1800 E 2007 Toscana Oreno IGT, Tenuta Sette Ponti... $ pts. WS Subtle and classy on the nose, with flowers, blueberry, dried cherry and currant. Full-bodied and very polished, with refined tannins, pretty fruit and a light vanilla and coffee aftertaste F 2008 Toscana Oreno IGT, Tenuta Sette Ponti... $ pts. WS Structured and racy, showing blueberry and chocolate aromas and flavors, with loads of currant. Full and tannic, yet polished and caressing, with an impressive and persistent finish. A marked change from some past vintages, with only Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Petit Verdot in the blend H 2010 Toscana Oreno IGT, Tenuta Sette Ponti... $175 Aromas of currants, blackberries and hints of dark truffles. Full-bodied, with beautifully crafted tannins that are creamy and seamless. Fabulous refinement and length I 2011 Toscana Oreno IGT, Tenuta Sette Ponti... $175 Though rich, this red is also vibrant, balanced and full of generous black cherry and blackberry flavors. Hints of spice and smoke add accents to the long, satisfying finish A 2003 Toscana Poggio al Lupo IGT, Tenuta Sette Ponti... $100 Thick and chewy with a berry, tobacco character. Full-bodied, with lots of tannins and a medium finish. Slightly rustic but good quality B 2004 Toscana Poggio al Lupo IGT, Tenuta Sette Ponti... $95 Gorgeous aromas of crushed blackberry and raspberry, with just a hint of toasty oak. Full-bodied, with soft, round tannins and a long finish C 2005 Toscana Poggio al Lupo IGT, Tenuta Sette Ponti... $90 Intense aromas of black currant and spices, with a hint of fresh herbs. Full-bodied, with chewy tannins and a long, flavorful finish. Structured. Cabernet Sauvignon, Alicante and Petit Verdot D 2006 Toscana Poggio al Lupo IGT, Tenuta Sette Ponti... $85 Lively fruit nose, slightly grapey, vibrant and juicy. Nice easy drinking, refreshing wine E 2007 Toscana Poggio al Lupo IGT, Tenuta Sette Ponti... $85 This Cabernet Sauvignon, Alicante and Petit Verdot has fascinating aromas of blackberry, cedar, tea and red licorice lead to a full body, with firm, polished tannins and a fresh finish. 57

62 1802 G 2009 Toscana Poggio al Lupo IGT, Tenuta Sette Ponti... $85 Poggio al Lupo is deep, opaque purple in color suggesting its considerable intensity and extraction. The heady aromas deliver jammy black berry fruit and cassis impressions wiht notes of balsam wood and cedar which are confirmed on a palate of great silky voluptuousness. The finish is long, penetrating and seductive H 2010 Toscana Poggio al Lupo IGT, Tenuta Sette Ponti... $85 Candied cherry and herb flavors highlight this juicy red. Firm tannins provide backbone as this finishes with a tight grip. Fine length. Cabernet Sauvignon, Alicante and Petit Verdot. 500 cases imported I 2011 Toscana Poggio al Lupo IGT, Tenuta Sette Ponti... $85 Lush and smooth in texture, boasting black currant and black cherry fruit, with hints of herbs and spices, all matched to a complex structure. Though pure and focused now, this should gain detail and nuance with aging. Cabernet Sauvignon, Alicante and Petit Verdot Toscana Romitorio di Santedame IGT, Ruffino... $120 A fantastic, honest Tuscan red with excellent blackberry, mineral and licorice character. Full-bodied, with integrated fruit and very polished tannins Toscana Splendido IGT, Poggio alle Sughere... $80 Concentrated aromas of ripe black cherry and plum mingle with delightful oak nuances in the rich nose of this deftly crafted blend. The wine is lush and polished, with loads of plum and berry fruit carrying through a very long finish Morellino di Scansano DOCG, Moris Farms 375 ml... $20 This wine gets its flavor from the sandy soil on which the vines grow and the final result, in the glass, is an elegant wine with soft tannins. Made by 90% Sangiovese, this wine is fresh and pleasant with notes of red fruit, typical of this grape Toscana Borgonero IGT, Borgo Scopeto... $35 A lean, taut and elegant style, this red offers plenty of cherry, leather, tobacco and spice flavors. The wine firms up on the finish, but remains balanced and should age well. Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah Rosso degli Spezieri IGT, Col d Orcia... $40 The soft, fruity aromas of the Ciliegiolo and Merlot are supported by the noble structure of the Sangiovese in this harmonious wine A 2003 Merlot Galatrona IGT, Fattoria Petrolo... $ pts. WS Fantastic aromas of black olives, meat and berries with hints of violets. Complex. Full-bodied, velvety and long. Gorgeous and powerful Merlot. Blockbuster. This could be the wine of the vintage. 650 cases made B 2004 Merlot Galatrona IGT, Fattoria Petrolo... $ pts. WS Fabulous aromas of crushed berries, milk chocolate and flowers. Very complex and multilayered. Full-bodied, with gorgeous flavors and an ultrafine finish. The high quality and subtlety of the tannins is impressive. Greatest ever from this producer. Le Pin of Tuscany C 2005 Merlot Galatrona IGT, Fattoria Petrolo... $160 Inky color with aromas of violets and berries. Flavors of blackberry and chocolate on the palate. Full-bodied, layered palate Toscana Rosso IGT, Gagliole 1.5 Liter... $295 Lots of berry, chocolate and earth aromas. Medium- to full-bodied, with super, well-integrated tannins and a long, long finish. 58

63 Toscana Rosso IGT, Gagliole... $100 A refined red, with intense berry, plum and cherry character and just the right amount of wood. Medium- to full-bodied, with a solid core of fruit and a fine, caressing finish. One of Tuscany s most consistent top producers. 200 cases imported Merlot Girolamo IGT, Bossi... $85 Deep ruby red in color tending toward purple in its youth, Girolamo offers sumptuous aromas of raspberry jam, blackberry, spices and tar. Soft and silky on the palate, Girolamo has a juicy texture backed by a substantial backbone Toscana Corbaia IGT, Bossi... $85 Intense ruby red in color with garnet hues, Corbaia offers jammy aromas of black currant, cherry, and cassis backed by hints of tobacco, chocolate and coffee. On the palate, Corbaia is supple, opulent and complex with rich texture and chewy tannins nicely integrated in a full, round body Toscana Re di Renieri IGT, Renieri... $75 Re di Renieri presents a purple-edged ruby red, so deep that it stains the glass. It releases aromas of blueberry, tanned leather, and nutmeg, then opens deep and concentrated on the palate, concluding with a velvet-smooth finish Sant Antimo Rosso Casanova di Neri DOC, Casanova di Neri... $40 100% Sangiovese from the hills of Montalcino, aged 12 months in oak. Impressive dark cherry and solid body, but very inviting on the palate for a young wine from the Montalcino district Sant Antimo Rosso PietradOnice DOC, Casanova di Neri... $ pts. WS Highly Recommended A gorgeous nose of blackberry and mineral follows through to a full-bodied palate, with fine tannins and a long, caressing finish. Massages the palate. A beauty. Pure Cabernet Sauvignon Modus IGT, Ruffino... $50 Full-bodied and very well balanced with a perfect union of the Sangiovese, the Merlot and the Cabernet Sauvignon, which each add distinct varietal traits to the taste. The impressive amount of silky tannins and the full, fruity character contribute to the rich texture and the aromatic persistence is long lingering with hints of vanilla and small red berries. 59

64 Geremia Toscana IGT, Rocca di Montegrossi... $70 Following Marco Ricasoli s desires, Geremia expresses the terroir of Monti in Chianti with the Bordeaux varietals, 70% Merlot and 30% Cabernet Sauvignon. Intense ruby, with violet reflections, and with complex aromas that bring to mind sour cherries, currants and other wild berry fruit, mingled with licorice and vanilla. A wine of great structure and complexity, which is soft and velvety, thanks to its richness and the perfect ripeness of the tannins Toscana Campaccio IGT, Terrabianca... $110 The truly impressive structure of this Sangiovese and Cabernet Sauvignon blend is exalted and perfected by a lengthy sojourn in barriques of diverse oak types. Its intense bouquet expresses all the complexity of its components - hints of cocoa, roasted almonds and berries, with plenty of fruit Sangiovese Toscana Nero di Casanova IGT, La Spinetta... $50 This Sangiovese based wine is darker in color than most Chianti but softer in texture. Offers the richness of Brunello without the expense A 2005 Toscana Redigaffi IGT, Tua Rita... $ pts. WS Deep, intense purple in color, with tremendous extraction, Redigaffi is a monumental and beautifully structured wine that shows how well the non-native Merlot has adapted to the area around Suvereto on the Tuscan coast. It offers luscious layers of raspberry and blueberry jam, ripe plum and blackberry, followed by voluptuous notes of dark chocolate, licorice, black pepper, vanilla and incense. Full-bodied, lush, with polished tannins and an extra-long finish, Redigaffi is one of Italy s greatest Merlots. A sought-after gem for collectors and wine lovers worldwide. A true masterpiece B 2006 Toscana Redigaffi IGT, Tua Rita... $ pts. WS Collectibles The 2006 Redigaffi is another deeply-colored, intense offering. Blueberries, blackberries, grilled herbs, minerals and French oak emerge with tons of inner sweetness as this beautifully delineated wine opens up in the glass. This gorgeous, sculpted Redigaffi possesses tons of harmony and class all the way through to the polished, energetic finish. Although the tannins are rather firm, they are virtually buried under the wine s fruit. This is an awesome effort from Tua Rita Toscana Lupicaia IGT, Terriccio... $195 Lupicaia is a blend of 85% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Merlot and 5% Petit Verdot. A heady bliend of crushed black cherry, blackberry and spice aromas precede plush blackcurrant, dark chocolate and mint-laced fruit with mineral aspect and a sculpting acity. Tannins are big, round and soft before an eternal finish A 2007 Siepe IGT, Castello di Fonterutoli... $ pts. WS Created from a blend of Sangiovese and Merlot grapes harvested in the Siepi vineyard. A highly concentrated wine with sweet and dense tannins, it displays a unique and original character that is appreciated by wine lovers throughout the world B 2013 Siepe IGT, Castello di Fonterutoli... $150 Monumentally built, crispy notes of elder, plum, berries, sandalwood, tobacco, with a very long, bright finish. One of the 50 wines that changed Italy s wine style Gambero Rosso Badiola IGT, Castello di Fonterutoli... $35 Produced with 70% Sangiovese and 30% Merlot grapes, taken mainly from the highest altitude vineyards, it boasts excellent structure and smoothness. A wine with a great personality and versatile at the same time Mix 36 Toscana IGT, Mazzei... $100 92pts. WS Four decades of massal and clonal selection, thirty-six different biotypes, a pure-bred Sangiovese. Aromas of toast and vanilla meet up with black cherry, plum and spice flavors in this powerful red. Fresh and balanced, leaning a little toward the charred oak. 790 cases made. 60

65 Philip Toscana IGT, Mazzei... $70 A blend of the finest Cabernet Sauvignon grapes selected from the Mazzei s Tuscan estates, this wine combines the fragrance and elegance of grapes cultivated in the Chianti Classico region with the opulence and power of grapes from the Maremma region. Full-bodied and complex with intriguing black cherry, balsamic herbs, coffee and toasted oak aromas with a hint of chocolate leading to a long, smooth finish Belgvardo Maremma Toscana IGT, Mazzei... $80 70% Cabernet Sauvignon; 30% Sangiovese. This flagship wine from Tuscany s Belguardo estate is deep ruby red with purple highlights. Dense, concentrated aromas of black fruits are joined by notes of smoke and toast in the bouquet. Full-bodied, powerful and intense on the palate, with firm tannins and a lasting finish cases made Belgvardo Serrata Maremma Toscana IGT, Mazzei... $35 65% Sangiovese; 30% Cabernet Sauvignon; 5% Merlot. Scents of ripe cherries, raspberries and vanilla lead into a palate that is full-bodied, soft and well structured. Flavors of wild berries dominate, accented by subtle notes of spices and herbs De Ferrari Toscana IGT, Boscarelli... $50 Brilliant ruby red, with a fresh, fruity and floral bouquet with notes of iris, violets, plums, blueberries. Rich in pure Sangiovese character Vino Nobile di Montepulciano DOCG, Boscarelli... $65 Deep ruby in color with a lovely nose of dried herbs, leather, earth, vanilla and strawberry jam and plenty of plummy, flavorful fruit on a palate made supple and appealing by the silky tannins and black cherry finish Sister Moon Toscana IGT, Il Palagio... $90 Named after Sting s song Sister Moon this was the first IGT Toscano wine produced at Il Palagio. Aromas of black pepper and black licorice with blackberries. Full body, with soft and round tannins and a polished tannic finish. It fills your mouth and then caresses your taste buds. A beautiful wine from Sting and Trudie Styler. This grows and entices as you taste it. A blend of Sangiovese, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvigon Biodynamic wine Vino Nobile di Montepulciano DOCG, TreRose... $45 Trerose Vino Nobile di Montepulciano is ruby red in color. The bouquet is rich and complex, with plum and blackberry aromas, mineral and tobacco notes. The flavor is full-bodied, elegant, great balance and lingering finish. The vineyards at Bossi 61

66 Toscana Sangiovese san/gio IGT, Indigenous... $30 Clean with intense ripe fruit flavors. Youthful and luscious, underlined by floral hints, sweet spice, sweet cherry, ripe strawberries, black berry jam, violets and cinnamon Cabernet Sauvignon, Maremma Toscana DOC, Prelius... $40 The Cabernet Sauvignon has a vivid ruby color with a dark purple tinge. The nose is rich, displaying aromas of blackberry and blueberry with hints of oak and cinnamon. The wine is smooth and wellstructured with a long finish tasting of red fruit Rosso di Montalcino Bonsai DOC, Podere Le Ripi... $325 The densest vineyards in the world. The vines are planted with only 40 centimeters distance from one another resulting in a density of plants per hectare. A deep ruby red with elegant orange shadows. In the nose it express itself as a symphony of aromas going from the intense smell of cherry, strawberry to the fresh balsamic note of herbs. An impressive, broad structure with smooth tannins, revealing a great minerality and a slightly bitter aftertaste Montepergoli Bolgheri Rosso Superiore DOC, Santini... $70 Color is an intense red with a smoky black violethue; the nose is clean, focused, with notes of ripe dark fruits - blackberries, black currants and black plums accompanied by a slight hint of toasted oak. On the palate the wine has great intensity and harmony; it is rich with layers of flavors, concentrated with generous tannins which are well integrated contributing to its elegance, freshness and length Carmignano Santa Cristina in Pilli DOC, Ambra... $35 Deep ruby. Sweet, spicy, ripe red cherry on the enticing nose. On the palate, fresh blackcurrant, aromatic herb and sweet pipe tobacco flavors are nicely framed by fine tannins. The finish is extremely long and fresh Le Focaie Sangiovese Maremma Toscana DOC, Rocca di Montemassi... $25 Le Focaie means flint and recalls the rich mineral deposits in Maremma, Tuscany. Intense and full, offering pleasant scents of violets, cherries, and wild berries. 62 Wines from an exclusive visit with Wine Maker Giorgio Rivetti

67 White Wines of Toscana Bin Wine Bottle Sauvignon Blanc Enos I Maremma Toscana DOC, Montauto... $50 This 100% Sauvignon from older vineyards is intensely straw-colored and crystalline, with a light greenish shimmer. It expresses the typical aroma notes of fresh citrus peel, white pulp fruits, aromatic herbs such as laurel and marjoram and a delicate floral bouquet in the finish. This is a dry fresh wine with a delicate body Viognier Astraio DOC, Rocca di Montemassi... $30 The name Astraio pays homage to Astraeus, the Greek Titan-god of the stars, planets, and the art of astrology. An all-encompassing nose with clear floral hints of honeysuckle and juniper flowers, as well as fruity notes of lychee and white peaches Vernaccia di San Gimignano DOCG, Rocca delle Macìe... $30 An immensely popular white wine with elegant fruit flavors; clean, crisp and superbly balanced, with a pleasingly persistent finish Vernaccia di San Gimignano DOCG, Teruzzi & Puthod... $25 100% Vernaccia from one of Italy s most historic winemaking regions, this light and crisp Tuscan white has a fresh and fruity aroma with bright hints of citrus. Harmonious and soft while pleasantly complex in the mouth, with flavors of green apple underscored by subtle flinty notes Toscana Terre di Tufi IGT, Teruzzi & Puthod... $30 Full-bodied and rich, this Italian white Super-Tuscan exudes intense and fruity aromas textured with light notes of vanilla cream, tangerine, citrus and pineapple. Fresh on the palate, with flavors of citrus zest, walnuts and a pleasant touch of toast on the finish. A blend of 80% Vernaccia, 7% Chardonnay, 7% Malvasia, 6% Vermentino Pinot Grigio San Angelo IGT, Castello Banfi... $30 Aromas of pear, banana, peach and honey notes leading to a rich, full and very persistent body Toscana Vermentino IGT, Moris Farms 375 ml... $20 Intense and fruity with scents of apricot and yellow flowers. Aftertaste of mineral notes. Very elegant, excellent drinkability. Rosé Wine of Toscana Bin Wine Bottle Belgvardo Rosé IGT, Mazzei... $30 This vibrant pink Rosé is 50% Sangiovese and 50% Syrah. It is highly aromatic, with floral and fresh fruit notes. 63

68 A Special Selection of Barolo from Piemonte Bin Wine Bottle Barolo Ravera DOCG, Vietti... $ pts. WS This is a supermodel of a wine. Precise with everything in perfect proportion. Blackberries, minerals and cedar. Full-bodied, with ultra-fine tannins and a super-silky finish. Everything is in the right place. 550 cases made A 1996 Barolo Villero Riserva DOCG, Vietti... $ pts. WS Collectibles Licorice and berry aromas, showing hints of flowers and spices. Full-bodied, with silky and caressing tannins and an aftertaste that goes on for minutes. Only made in the greatest years. A very special wine with only 400 cases made B 1997 Barolo Villero Riserva DOCG, Vietti... $ pts. WS Highly Recommended Loads of tobacco, earth and prune character that turns to flowers and freshly sliced fruit. Full-bodied, with silky tannins that build on your palate and turn to the finest cashmere. Long and caressing. This is one of the greatest wines of Piemonte, a beauty with only 350 cases made A 1994 Barolo Brunate DOCG, Vietti... $220 This Barolo opens big, but has a remarkable amount of approachable fruit. The pure bing cherry flavors open up and the fruit gains more flavor, becoming even more charming and supple B 1998 Barolo Brunate DOCG, Vietti... $170 Subtle and sophisticated. Extremely aromatic, with lots of ripe fruit and fresh herbs. Almost decadent. Full-bodied, with firm yet silky tannins and a solid core of fruit C 1999 Barolo Brunate DOCG, Vietti... $165 A refined and subtle Brunate. Decadent and earthy, with very ripe plum and berry character. Full-bodied, with velvety tannins and a long finish. 320 cases made D 2000 Barolo Brunate DOCG, Vietti... $160 Very ripe and mushroomy with a decadent edge. Floral. Full-bodied, with very velvety tannins and a long, fruity, cedary finish. Refined and elegant. 200 cases made E 2003 Barolo Brunate DOCG, Vietti... $155 Vietti s 2003 Barolo Brunate is one of the stars of the vintage. This full-bodied, generous Barolo flows from the glass with seductive layers of vibrant dark fruit. The mentholated, balsamic notes that are typical of Brunate add overtones of complexity and the well-used oak contributes a final note of sweetness. This Barolo finishes with big tannins, but has plenty of intensity in its fruit to provide balance F 2004 Barolo Brunate DOCG, Vietti... $150 A delicate yet firm wine with silky tannins and lots of berry, milk chocolate, cedar and floral charecter. Full-to-medium-bodied, with fine tannins and a silky textured finish. 290 cases made. 64

69 2004 G 2005 Barolo Brunate DOCG, Vietti... $ pts. WS Intense ruby red. Dry, with generous body, harmoniously balanced and velvety texture. Classic, ripe red-fruit, long finish, rich and very elegant. Spices, violet, plums and intense tar, very typical for the Brunate vineyard J 2008 Barolo Brunate DOCG, Vietti... $250 Sweet vanilla and spice notes greet the nose as black cherry and tobacco flavors permeate the palate. Firm and linear, with a long, sweet aftertaste of fruit and mineral K 2009 Barolo Brunate DOCG, Vietti... $250 Intense ruby red. Dry, with generous body, harmoniously balanced and velvety texture. Classic, ripe red-fruit, long finish, rich and very elegant. Spices, violet, plums and intense tar, very typical for the Brunate vineyard A 1998 Barolo Rocche DOCG, Vietti... $235 Fascinating aromas of ripe fruit and honey. Full-bodied, with big and silky tannins and a ripe and viscous finish. Big red, yet refined B 1999 Barolo Rocche DOCG, Vietti... $230 Fantastic aromas of ripe plums, coffee and spice, with hints of smoke. Full-bodied, with lots of velvety tannins and sweet, raisin flavors. Very long and beautiful. 450 cases made C 2000 Barolo Rocche DOCG, Vietti... $ pts. WS Silky and seductive, with roses, berries and raspberries. Full-bodied, with wonderfully integrated tannins. Great length and a super wine from the Rocche di Castiglione vineyard in Castiglione Falletto. 200 cases made D 2003 Barolo Rocche DOCG, Vietti... $220 A plush palate presence with suggestions of cherries, flowers ans spices. This is a rich, expansive Barolo that is very pleasurable E 2004 Barolo Rocche DOCG, Vietti... $ pts. WS Ruby red in color. Complex and full-bodied with intense aromas of dried roses, liquorice, spice and truffles. Elegant with strong, yet balanced tannins. 290 cases made F 2005 Barolo Rocche DOCG, Vietti... $ pts. WS Complex and full-bodied with intense aromas of dried roses, licorice, spice and truffles. Elegant with strong, yet balanced tannins J 2009 Barolo Rocche DOCG, Vietti... $195 Ruby red in color. Complex and full-bodied with intense aromas of dried roses, licorice, spice and truffles. Elegant with strong, yet balanced and silky tannins; long and persistent finish A 1998 Barolo Lazzarito DOCG, Vietti... $ pts. WS Aromas of freshly sliced plums, with hints of berries and fresh spices. Full-bodied, with layers of polished tannins and a long caressing finish. Loads of fruit character and spices. 65

70 2008 B 1999 Barolo Lazzarito DOCG, Vietti... $225 Extremely aromatic with roses, berries and raspberries. Full-bodied, with very fine tannins and ripe and wonderful fruit. This is crystal clean and beautifully focused. 400 cases made C 2000 Barolo Lazzarito DOCG, Vietti... $ pts. WS This shows masses of blackberries and fresh flowers on the nose, turning to licorice. Full-bodied, with super-silky tannins and a long finish. 355 cases made D 2001 Barolo Lazzarito DOCG, Vietti... $225 Intense rich and ample ruby red color; together with the classical aromas of violet and dry roses with fresh under wood fruit. Austere, elegant with soft and sweet tannins and long persistence. 290 cases made E 2003 Barolo Lazzarito DOCG, Vietti... $155 Round and rich in its texture, with notable expansiveness on the palate. Smoke, tar, ripe dark fruit and sweet toasted oak all emerge in a powerful composition that expresses plenty of intensity and depth F 2004 Barolo Lazzarito DOCG, Vietti... $ pts. WS Deep garnet red in color. Richly rounded with a robust and velvety texture; intensely aromatic with hints of figs and plums. Elegant with soft and sweet tannins, followed by a long finish. 360 cases made K 2009 Barolo Lazzarito DOCG, Vietti... $175 Deep garnet red in color. Richly rounded with a robust and velvety texture; intensely aromatic with hints of figs and plums. Elegant with soft and sweet tannins, followed by a long finish A 1999 Barolo Castiglione DOCG, Vietti... $95 A pretty and balanced red with lots of plum and dried mushroom character. Medium-bodied, with fine tannins and a medium finish C 2005 Barolo Castiglione DOCG, Vietti... $110 Pale ruby color with garnet hues and powerful aromas of rich, ripe cherries with intricate complexities of spice, tea leaves and rose petals. With strong, rich tannins, crisp acidity and masculine structure, this ageworthy Barolo shows incredible finesse with excellent balance, integration and a long, lingering finish. 66

71 2010 D 2006 Barolo Castiglione DOCG, Vietti... $95 Outstanding density and power. Aromas of ripe fruit, flowers & spice ecco on the palate leading to a complex, long, fabulous finish E 2008 Barolo Castiglione DOCG, Vietti... $95 An undertow of licorice adds depth to the plum, cherry and spice flavors of this beefy red. The tannins are dense but retain a lively feel. Fine length. 3,000 cases made F 2009 Barolo Castiglione DOCG, Vietti... $95 Features cherry and strawberry fruit up front, with tobacco and earth notes introducing the dense structure and licorice and leather flavors A 1998 Barolo Ornato DOCG, Pio Cesare... $ pts. WS Wonderfully polished red wine with lots of plum character on the nose. With only 900 cases produced of this highly rated wine, you are sure to enjoy this with a special dinner at Noto s B 2000 Barolo Ornato DOCG, Pio Cesare... $ pts. WS Loads of crushed flowers and berries, with hints of licorice. Full-bodied, with silky tannins and a long, long finish. A decadent and wild wine with loads of character. This single-vineyard Barolo is from one of Piemonte s most established vintners. 920 cases made C 2001 Barolo Ornato DOCG, Pio Cesare... $ pts. WS Aromas of blackberries, licorice and berries follow through to a full-bodied palate, with lots of delicious plum fruit and toasted oak. Lovely finish. 900 cases made D 2003 Barolo Ornato DOCG, Pio Cesare... $ pts. WS Very beautiful aromas of berry, tar and rose follow through to a full-bodied palate, with fine tannins and a long finish of berry and vanilla. Polished and structured. 1,000 cases made E 2004 Barolo Ornato DOCG, Pio Cesare... $ pts. WS Barolo Ornato has a deep crimson red color and its nose exhibits intense fruit scents. On the palate, the tannins are fat and found, yet also mellow and elegant. Concentrated flavors of ripe fruit prevail with subtle hints of tobacco, chocolate and pepper, culminating in a rich finish K 2010 Barolo Ornato DOCG, Pio Cesare... $ pts. WS This is a very rich Barolo, dense, with supple tannins, full concentrated ripe fruit, elegant and powerful, with an extremely long life A 1999 Barolo DOCG, Pio Cesare... $115 A solid, vibrant garnet with a powerful tar, wild cherry, and rose petal nose. It is forceful and ripe in flavor, ample and deep with significant length and textural density C 2001 Barolo DOCG, Pio Cesare... $ pts. WS Highly Recommended #32 Top 100 Most Exciting Wines of 2006 Very pretty plum and fresh flower aromas follow through to a full-bodied palate, with velvety tannins and a long, long finish D 2002 Barolo DOCG, Pio Cesare... $70 Pleasing aromas of milk chocolate and fruit. Medium-bodied, with delicious fruit and light vanilla flavors and a medium finish. 67

72 2017 F 2004 Barolo DOCG, Pio Cesare... $ pts. WS Highly Recommended #6 Top 100 Most Exciting Wines of 2008 The color is an intense glossy garnet, with orange reflections. The bouquet is ethereal, with hints of violets, blackberry jam, licorice and cloves. The palate is dry and austere with lengthy tannins. The wine ends with a long concentrated finish accompanied by a lingering hint of almonds G 2005 Barolo DOCG, Pio Cesare... $120 Very ripe fruit aromas, with sultana, prune and dried flowers. Full-bodied, with seamless yet chewy tannins and a long finish. Lasts a long time H 2006 Barolo DOCG, Pio Cesare... $95 This is a classic Barolo, with excellent structure and harmony, mild tannins and balanced fruit. It is immediately approachable with great minerality, freshness and typical Nebbiolo expression, and is lush, great, warm, fruity and jammy. Cesare Benvenuto 2017 I 2007 Barolo DOCG, Pio Cesare... $95 Cherry, strawberry and herb-flavored Barolo shows balance with a long elegant finish J 2008 Barolo DOCG, Pio Cesare... $95 This round red is full of sweet cherry and plum flavors, with hints of licorice and spices. The richness is offset by dense tannins with a touch of heat on the finish K 2009 Barolo DOCG, Pio Cesare... $95 Aromas of new leather, beef broth and soy turn to vanilla and spice flavors in this modern Barolo. Light for the appellation, yet elegant, with a touch of heat on the finish L 2010 Barolo DOCG, Pio Cesare... $110 This red exudes sweet cherry flavors in addition to vanilla and toast elements from the light oak treatment. Elegant and persistent, with a bright beam of acidity, refined tannins and an aftertaste of iron, mineral and spice N 2012 Barolo DOCG, Pio Cesare... $110 Cherry, menthol, leather and earth aromas and flavors mark this meaty red. Dense and firm, with a solid matrix of tannins. Finds balance and lingers O 2013 Barolo DOCG, Pio Cesare... $110 Extraordinary elegance, complexity and character. Silky and intense bouquet. Full body, great structure, right tannins, incredible ageing potential, precise and classic Nebbiolo style A 1999 Barolo Cannubi Boschis DOCG, Luciano Sandrone... $285 Ripe elegant small red fruits with hints of chocolate and caramel. Perfect with savory and spicy red meats. 68

73 2020 B 2000 Barolo Cannubi Boschis DOCG, Luciano Sandrone... $ pts. WS Solid and superfruity. Ultraclean, with blackberries, raspberries and licorice character. Full-bodied, with silky tannins and a long finish. One of the best Cannubis ever from here. 900 cases made C 2001 Barolo Cannubi Boschis DOCG, Luciano Sandrone... $ pts. WS Barolo Cannubi Boschis possesses a dark saturated garnet color. The sweet nose of black fruits, minerals, scorched earth, smoke, dried herbs, and wet stones is stunning D 2003 Barolo Cannubi Boschis DOCG, Luciano Sandrone... $265 Superb balance and a vibrant, engaging personality with subtle aromas and flavors of strawberry, mineral and cherry. Full-bodied, chewy and very fresh E 2004 Barolo Cannubi Boschis DOCG, Luciano Sandrone... $ pts. WS This classy Barolo has aromas of rose petal and ripe fruit, with plum undertones. Full-bodied, with wonderful, ripe fruit and a silky, refined finish. The texture is polished and refined. 1,000 cases made. Wines of Luciano Sandrone 2020 I 2008 Barolo Cannubi Boschis DOCG, Luciano Sandrone... $275 Deep red-black color with an intense, soaring perfume of strawberry, red cherries, rose petals and violets. 125 cases imported A 1999 Barolo Le Vigne DOCG, Luciano Sandrone... $250 Elegant, intense rich blackberry and cherry fruit with sweet tannins and a nearly never ending finish B 2000 Barolo Le Vigne DOCG, Luciano Sandrone... $ pts. WS Le Vigne s saturated ruby/purple color is accompanied by a terrific nose of blackberries and cherry fruit intertwined with minerals and spice C 2001 Barolo Le Vigne DOCG, Luciano Sandrone... $240 Barolo Le Vigne reveals amber at the edge. It offers stunning aromatics consisting of flowers, black fruits, lead pencil, spice box, and minerals. As is typical for Sandrone s offerings, there is extraordinary purity as well as intensity to the blackberry and cherry fruit flavors. As the wine sits in the glass, mineral and tar notes become more apparent. This is a stunning, gorgeously pure, Chateau Margaux-like Barolo D 2003 Barolo Le Vigne DOCG, Luciano Sandrone... $180 Displays bright berry and truffle on the nose. Full-bodied, with fine tannins and a caressing finish. There s just a hint of new wood. Balanced and beautiful. 69

74 2022 E 2004 Barolo Le Vigne DOCG, Luciano Sandrone... $ pts. WS Strong and serious Barolo with aromas of dried rose, plum and violet. Full-bodied, with fine yet big tannins and a long, caressing finish A 1998 Barolo Rocche dell Annunziata Riserva DOCG, Paolo Scavino... $300 Seductive and multilayered with cinnamon and fruit aromas with hints of figs. Full-bodied, with silky tannins and a long aftertaste of dates and figs. 250 cases made B 1999 Barolo Rocche dell Annunziata Riserva DOCG, Paolo Scavino... $395 Raisin and spice with hints of coffee cake on the nose and palate. Full-bodied, soft and velvety with plenty of good fruit and a long finish. 250 cases made C 2000 Barolo Rocche dell Annunziata Riserva DOCG, Paolo Scavino... $ pts. WS Bright garnet red in color with gorgeous aromas of blackberries, ripe fruit with a hint of spice. On the palate this impressive selection is extremely rich and powerful, yet elegant and complex at the same time. 250 cases made D 2001 Barolo Rocche dell Annunziata Riserva DOCG, Paolo Scavino... $ pts. WS Collectibles Presents a multitude of aromas and flavors including roses, minerals, smoke, tar and sweet red fruit in a stunning display of sensual elegance. 250 cases made E 2003 Barolo Rocche dell Annunziata Riserva DOCG, Paolo Scavino... $375 Incredibly elegant nose followed by flavors of sweet red cherries and menthol with superb length, finesse and elegant, noble tannins F 2004 Barolo Rocche dell Annunziata Riserva DOCG, Paolo Scavino... $395 95pts. WS Sweet red and black fruit, exotic spices, cigar wrapper, roses and tar dance atop some of the silkiest, most refined tannins found in any Barolo from anyone G 2005 Barolo Rocche dell Annunziata Riserva DOCG, Paolo Scavino... $395 Sweet red cherries, flowers, spices and menthol all come together with stunning definition and purity in this refined, aristocratic Barolo. An eternal finish rounds out this superb Barolo J 2008 Barolo Rocche dell Annunziata Riserva DOCG, Paolo Scavino... $ pts. WS Opulent aroma, with big blackberry, earth and spice and a hint of cigar box. Full-bodied and muscular, with a core of ripe fruit and silky tannins. Never ending finish. 125 cases imported A 1998 Barolo Carobric DOCG, Paolo Scavino... $ pts. WS Highly Recommended Elegant and stylish with aromas of kirsch, coffee and leather followed by expansive saturated layers of fruit B 1999 Barolo Carobric DOCG, Paolo Scavino... $225 Fruitier and roundness of flavor with lots of personality, anise and mineral notes, and an important dimension and depth C 2000 Barolo Carobric DOCG, Paolo Scavino... $ pts. WS Intense aromas of coffee, smoke, kirsch, herbs, leather, and fruitcake. Full-bodied, with expansive, saturated layers of fruit. 70

75 2027 D 2001 Barolo Carobric DOCG, Paolo Scavino... $200 Barolo Carobric is an elegant, stylish example. It reveals a tell-tale saturated garnet color with amber at the edge, in addition to intense aromas of coffee, smoke, kirsch, herbs, leather, and fruitcake E 2003 Barolo Carobric DOCG, Paolo Scavino... $ pts. WS A perfumed nose of cut flowers, crushed raspberries with flavors of ripe red fruits and excellent structure and length F 2004 Barolo Carobric DOCG, Paolo Scavino... $200 Three great tenors are much more effective than a choir. This Barolo is made by blending three important crus cultivated by the azienda agricola Paolo Scavino: Rocche di Castiglione, Fiasco in Castiglione Falletto and the mythical Cannubi of Barolo. The result is one of the most fascinating and sensuous wines of the estate. Beautiful floral, blueberry and hints of spice. Full-bodied, with velvety tannins and a long, rich finish. 950 cases imported G 2005 Barolo Carobric DOCG, Paolo Scavino... $ pts. WS #81 Top 100 Wines of 2009 This rich wine shows exotic fruit on the nose, with blueberry, blackberry and flowers. Full-bodied, concentrated and chewy, with layers of ripe tannins and loads of fruit. The finish is massive H 2006 Barolo Carobric DOCG, Paolo Scavino... $175 A deep, sensual beauty endowed with gorgeous purity in its layers of dark red fruits, smoke and tobacco. Deceptively medium in body, the wine caresses the palate all the way through to the firm, sturdy finish. The wine s balance, depth and overall sense of harmony are remarkable I 2007 Barolo Carobric DOCG, Paolo Scavino... $160 A powerful wine loaded with dark red fruit, tar, incense and licorice. It is an explosive, flashy Barolo that captures the essence of the year J 2008 Barolo Carobric DOCG, Paolo Scavino... $160 A floral, elegant red, smooth in texture and well-muscled with tannins. Black cherry and plum notes hold the center, while the tannins edge their way back in on the finish. 500 cases imported L 2010 Barolo Carobric DOCG, Paolo Scavino... $ pts. WS Offers classic aromas and flavors of rose, peony, raspberry, licorice and tar, with excellent depth and fine complexity. A rich earthiness develops and the tannins remain refined as this glides to a long aftertaste. 513 cases made Barolo, Cannubi DOCG, Paolo Scavino... $175 Elegance with a perfect foil for the floral, cherry, strawberry and underbrush aromas and flavors. Possesses a firm structure, which will allow this to develop over the next 10 to 20 years. 180 cases imported A 1999 Barolo Bric dël Fiasc DOCG, Paolo Scavino... $235 Attractive aromas of fresh mushroom, berry and cherry follow through to a medium-bodied palate, with silky tannins and a sweet fruit, smoky aftertaste B 2001 Barolo Bric dël Fiasc DOCG, Paolo Scavino... $ pts. WS Scavino is the producer who put the Fiasco vineyard on the map, and this Barolo Bric dël Fiasc is impressive. A potent and penetrating nose of tobacco, chocolate, and tar is followed by a palate of mouth-filling, concentrated, high-extract yet sweet flavors, abundantly endowed with licorice, tar, and minerals. The wine is very solid in texture, but voluptuous in its caressing tactile sensations. 71

76 2029 C 2003 Barolo Bric dël Fiasc DOCG, Paolo Scavino... $ pts. WS Attractive aromas of fresh mushroom, berry and cherry follow through to a medium-bodied palate, with silky tannins and a sweet fruit, smoky aftertaste. 750 cases made D 2004 Barolo Bric dël Fiasc DOCG, Paolo Scavino... $ pts. WS This 2004 is notably refined and elegant, with sweet silky tannins that support the fruit from start to finish. It explodes on the palate with a compelling array of dark fruit, smoke, tar, licorice, new leather, plums and baking spices. Simply put, this is a remarkable wine from Enrico Scavino. 500 cases imported E 2005 Barolo Bric dël Fiasc DOCG, Paolo Scavino... $160 Sliced plum, floral and leaf aromas. Full-bodied, with very soft, velvety tannins with rich, generous fruit. Long and powerful. 800 cases made F 2006 Barolo Bric dël Fiasc DOCG, Paolo Scavino... $ pts. WS A rich, sumptuous Barolo, laced with cherry, plum and mineral aromas and flavors. Complex and well-structured, with a long, fruit- and spice-filled aftertaste G 2007 Barolo Bric dël Fiasc DOCG, Paolo Scavino... $160 Smoke, tar, freshly cut flowers, new leather and licorice are some of the aromas and flavors that emerge from the 2007 Barolo Bric del Fiasc. It is an opulent, explosive Bric del Fiasc that flows with marvelous density, richness and power J 2010 Barolo Bric del Fiasc DOCG, Paolo Scavino... $ pts. WS Collectables Rich and brooding, this red features black cherry, raspberry, tar, leather and licorice flavors. Dense and complex, with a detailed matrix holding the flavors together. 624 cases made A 1998 Barolo Vigna Giachini DOCG, Giovanni Corino... $130 This blockbuster Barolo is produced from 40- to 60-year-old Nebbiolo vines. The dark ruby/garnet-colored, expressive 1998 boasts a provocative bouquet of roasted espresso, chocolate and black cherry liqueur B 2000 Barolo Vigna Giachini DOCG, Giovanni Corino... $130 A luxurious bouquet of black fruits, espresso, roasted herbs, and cherry liqueur. Full-bodied and lush, with layers of glycerin, multi-dimensional flavors, and great persistence on the palate. This is a fabulously concentrated Barolo. 72

77 2032 C 2001 Barolo Vigna Giachini DOCG, Giovanni Corino... $130 The dark plum/garnet-colored wine offers a luxurious bouquet of black fruits, espresso, roasted herbs, and cherry liqueur. Full-bodied and lush, a fabulously concentrated wine D 2003 Barolo Vigna Giachini DOCG, Giovanni Corino... $125 Loads of blackberry, cedar and tobacco on the nose. Full-bodied, with silky tannins and a long, caressing finish. Serious wine here. Only 500 cases made E 2004 Barolo Vigna Giachini DOCG, Giovanni Corino... $ pts. WS This wine is intense and opulent, vibrant with fruit and the vanilla-cedar aromas that oak confers. It displays all the trademarks of this splendid vineyard area: fragrance and length, soft supple tannins and a full-bodied generosity dressed in flawless austerity. A profound experience. 500 cases made A 1998 Barolo Vigna Giachini DOCG, Fratelli Revello... $ pts. WS Warm elegant tannin with notes of small red fruits and hints of licorice and sweet spice on finish B 2000 Barolo Vigna Giachini DOCG, Fratelli Revello... $ pts. WS This is very perfumed with crushed rose petal and berry aromas that follow through to a full-bodied palate, with well-integrated tannins and a long finish. Structured, yet shows wonderful finesse. Lovely, focused berry fruit. 375 cases made C 2001 Barolo Vigna Giachini DOCG, Fratelli Revello... $ pts. WS Dark plum/garnet-colored Barolo Vigna Giachini is reminiscent of a French charcuterie. Full-bodied, opulent, fat, and rich, with notes of sausage, herbs, pepper, spice box, soy, and new oak, this lush, creamy-textured offering can be enjoyed now and over the next 15 years D 2003 Barolo Vigna Giachini DOCG, Fratelli Revello... $120 Very perfumed with crushed rose petal and berry aromas that follow through to a full-bodied palate, with well-integrated tannins and a long finish. Structured, yet shows wonderful finesse. Lovely, focused berry fruit. 350 cases made E 2004 Barolo Vigna Giachini DOCG, Fratelli Revello... $115 A darker profile of black cherries, earthiness, smoke, tar and licorice flavors emerge offering terrific expansiveness on the palate. 330 cases made A 2000 Barolo Gabutti DOCG, Gabutti... $95 Aromas of smoke, tobacco, Provencal herbs, kirsch liqueur, and dried cherries are followed by a medium- to full-bodied, dense, concentrated, powerful wine with excellent ripeness, a lush texture, and firm tannin in the finish B 2001 Barolo Gabutti DOCG, Gabutti... $90 Barolo Gabutti reveals a dark garnet color with an amber edge. Aromas of smoke, tobacco, Provencal herbs, kirsch liqueur, and dried cherries are followed by a medium- to full-bodied, dense, concentrated, powerful wine with excellent ripeness, a lush texture, and firm tannin in the finish C 2006 Barolo Gabutti DOCG, Gabutti... $85 Full-bodied, with firm tannins and fresh acidity. Attractive aromas of plums, tanned leather and flowers follow through to a full-bodied, compacted palate, with firm tannins and a finish of near-dried fruit Barolo Margheria DOCG, Gabutti... $85 Beautiful intense ruby red color and a complex and persuasive perfume, with a touch of red fruits and spices. 73

78 2040 A 2000 Barolo Serralunga d Alba DOCG, Gabutti... $80 Fine, elegant, fruity, cherry jam flavors, with aromas of black currant and dried roses B 2001 Barolo Serralunga d Alba DOCG, Gabutti... $75 This producer from Serralunga d Alba uses open-top fermenters with no new oak, preferring to age the wines in small foudres. The dark plum/ruby-colored Barolo Gabutti offers a nose of over-ripe black cherries, incense, licorice, smoke, and earth. It is monolithic, dense, and concentrated A 2000 Barolo Vigneto Arborina DOCG, Elio Altare... $ pts. WS Offers a stunning nose of smoky, sweet oak intertwined with jammy cassis, cherry liqueur, licorice, and white truffles. Full-bodied, with explosive fruit, terrific purity and layers of glycerin and extract. 550 cases made B 2003 Barolo Vigneto Arborina DOCG, Elio Altare... $165 Aromas of raspberry jam and porcini follow through to a full-bodied palate, with velvety tannins and a long finish. Rich and structured. One of the masters of Barolo. 550 cases made C 2004 Barolo Vigneto Arborina DOCG, Elio Altare... $165 Lots of blackberry, plum and raspberry character. Full-bodied, with lovely fruit and firm yet ripe tannins. Long and flavorful, yet reserved. A racy wine. 555 cases made D 2005 Barolo Vigneto Arborina DOCG, Elio Altare... $ pts. WS Pronounced, garnet red. The fine, elegant nose on the Arborina is profumed with fruity notes of ripe cherry, blackberry, and vanilla. Very intensely flavored, the mouth-feel is warm, soft, and round, with thick and sweet tannins complimented by a long and pleasant finish. 580 cases made A 2003 Barolo Vigneto La Morra DOCG, Elio Altare... $165 Brilliant ruby red with garnet reflections and an elegant aroma of red fruit. Warm, very elegant, ending with clear violet notes and soft tannins. 830 cases made B 2004 Barolo Vigneto La Morra DOCG, Elio Altare... $160 This wine is ruby-red with garnet reflections. Intense aromas of cherry, plum, clove and cinnamon eminate from the glass. Fresh and intense, the berry/cherry fruit is slightly offset be a slight hint of roasted citrus. Smooth tannic structure and great balance make this wine an early pleasure A 2007 Barolo, Sarmassa DOCG, Marchesi di Barolo... $180 Round and rich, offering cherry, eucalyptus and tobacco aromas and flavors. On the elegant side, with a base of solid tannins underneath. Shows fine length, with a tobacco- tinged aftertaste. 600 cases made B 2008 Barolo, Sarmassa DOCG, Marchesi di Barolo... $180 The 2008 Barolo Sarmassa is a big, powerful wine laced with dark cherries, plums, mint and leather, all of which come to life on a broad-shouldered frame supported by firm tannins. The Sarmassa impresses for its energy, focus and vitality, which it expresses while retaining an understated personality. 500 cases imported A 2007 Barolo, Costa di Rose DOCG, Marchesi di Barolo... $180 This bright red sports cherry, raspberry, tar and licorice notes, all supported by refined tannins. Stays persistent, with plenty of grip, sweet fruit and spice on the long finish. 650 cases made B 2008 Barolo, Costa di Rose DOCG, Marchesi di Barolo... $180 A burly style, showing cherry, plum, beef and soy flavors matched to dense structure. Holds together nicely, with plenty of grip on the finish. 74

79 2048 A 1995 Barolo Cannubi DOCG, Marchesi di Barolo... $125 Garnet red with fleeting orangish reflections. The bouquet is flowing from floral, to fruity, to cinnamon, vanilla and licorice spices with a touch of truffle. Full-bodied, complex and balanced C 1999 Barolo Cannubi DOCG, Marchesi di Barolo... $100 A deep, ruby/garnet with a fresh and complex nose of kirsch, mocha, and anise. Full enveloping, and with abundant ripe red fruit on the palate, its plush texture and solid structure show all the class of this famous vineyard in a superior vintage D 2001 Barolo Cannubi DOCG, Marchesi di Barolo... $95 A good wine with plum, berry, spice and light cedar aromas and flavors. Medium-bodied, with fine tannins and a long, caressing finish E 2004 Barolo Cannubi DOCG, Marchesi di Barolo... $130 This Cannubi Barolo offers dark concentration and a bold personality with elements of sweet spice, black fruit, toast, chocolate fudge, licorice and anise H 2007 Barolo, Cannubi DOCG, Marchesi di Barolo... $180 This beautiful Barolo from the most celebrated cru of them all the iconic Cannubi vineyard delivers maximum pleasure and intensity. This is a soft and velvety wine, with cherry, cassis, leather, moist tobacco and licorice aromas over extracted concentration and tight tannins. 600 cases imported I 2008 Barolo, Cannubi DOCG, Marchesi di Barolo... $180 A red that s rich and open, but needs air to gain harmony and show off the flavors of cherry, plum and spice. Offers, a fine, lingering finish. 500 cases imported B 2001 Barolo DOCG, Marchesi di Barolo... $80 Aromas of dried ripe fruit follow through to a full-bodied palate, with a peppery, light raisin flavor C 2003 Barolo DOCG, Marchesi di Barolo... $75 Deep ruby red with orange highlights. Intense rose bouquet with scents of licorice and spice. Full-bodied, dry and elegant D 2004 Barolo DOCG, Marchesi di Barolo... $75 Garnet-red in color with ruby reflections. Full, elegant, full-bodied and austere flavor with an intense aroma of roses, vanilla, roasted hazelnuts, licorice and spices E 2005 Barolo DOCG, Marchesi di Barolo... $75 Ruby-red in colour with garnet reflections. An intense perfume with clean scents of spices, vanilla, roasted hazelnuts, liquorice, cacao and wild rose. A full, elegant flavour, austere and good-bodied, with recurring olfactory sensations. The hints of spices and of wood blend perfectly A 1998 Barolo Vignolo Riserva DOCG, Cavallotto... $150 Brickish red in color, intense aromas of fruity, red jam and violets. Dry, full-bodied and softened tannins B 2000 Barolo Vignolo Riserva DOCG, Cavallotto... $145 This wine comes to life on the palate, offering super sweet red fruit, mineral and menthol flavors C 2001 Barolo Vignolo Riserva DOCG Cavallotto... $140 This winery, in the heart of the Barolo district, was one of the first to produce and market estate bottled Barolo. This wine shows penetrating aromas and fine texture similar to great red Burgundy. 75

80 Alfio Cavalloto looks over his Piemonte vineyard on a beautiful autumn day 2053 D 2003 Barolo Vignolo Riserva DOCG Cavallotto... $120 Intense aromas of cherry pie, with cream. Full-bodied, with velvety tannins and rich fruit. Very ripe and powerful, this big, juicy 2003 is still fresh. A serious riserva for the vintage A 1998 Barolo Cerequio DOCG, Michele Chiarlo... $160 Plenty of plum, leather and cedar aromas to this red. Full-bodied, with firm and chewy tannins and a long finish. Needs time to mellow. 1,600 cases made B 2000 Barolo Cerequio DOCG, Michele Chiarlo... $160 This shows fabulous aromas of crushed ripe, dark fruit and fresh flowers, turning to tar. Full-bodied and chewy, with ultra-ripe fruit character that verges on raisins but turns to Christmas pudding. Big, slightly rustic wine, but impressive. 1,670 cases made C 2001 Barolo Cerequio DOCG, Michele Chiarlo... $155 Full-bodied Barolo with lots of tobacco, cedar and mushroom character and ripe fruit, silky tannins and a dried fruit aftertaste D 2003 Barolo Cerequio DOCG, Michele Chiarlo... $155 Very pretty aromas of fresh flowers, fruit and lemon follow through to a full-bodied palate, with soft, silky tannins and a long finish E 2004 Barolo Cerequio DOCG, Michele Chiarlo... $150 Magnificently structured with firm tannins, black currant notes and a lingering finish F 2005 Barolo Cerequio DOCG, Michele Chiarlo... $145 Strawberry and light vanilla aromas lead to a full body, with firm, chewy tannins and woody vanilla character H 2007 Barolo Cerequio DOCG, Michele Chiarlo... $145 Stylish and delicate, yet firmly structured with cherry, raspberry and floral flavors accented by tea and tobacco A 1998 Barolo Tortoniano DOCG, Michele Chiarlo... $95 Subtle aromas of flowers, plums and cedar follow through to medium- to light-bodied palate, with fine tannins and a fresh finish B 2000 Barolo Tortoniano DOCG, Michele Chiarlo... $85 Very fresh on the nose, with sliced plums and hints of blackberries. Full-bodied, with a solid core of ripe yet clean fruit and very silky tannins. Very polished. 76

81 2060 C 2001 Barolo Tortoniano DOCG, Michele Chiarlo... $80 Dark granite red, offering an articulate nose, at first licorice spicy, then floral and fruity with herbs, mulberry and rose. On the palate, there is structure and substance D 2003 Barolo Tortoniano DOCG, Michele Chiarlo... $80 Tawny leather and dried fruit on nose and cream with sultry, dried fruit and spice on the palate E 2004 Barolo Tortoniano DOCG, Michele Chiarlo... $80 100% Nebbiolo this deep and powerful red wine is full and complex with amazing richness and intensity F 2004 Barolo Tortoniano DOCG, Michele Chiarlo 375 ml... $40 100% Nebbiolo this deep and powerful red wine is full and complex with amazing richness and intensity G 2005 Barolo Tortoniano DOCG, Michele Chiarlo... $80 Fascinating aromas of plums, cherries and ripe strawberries. Full-bodied, with silky tannins and a medium finish. Very good core of fruit H 2007 Barolo Tortoniano DOCG, Michele Chiarlo... $80 Bold and powerful revealing surprising muscle to match its dark red fruit, flowers and spices. This shows the more perfumed, feminine side of Barolo, with an extra level of richness and body. This is a gorgeous, overachieving wine in its category I 2009 Barolo Tortoniano DOCG, Michele Chiarlo... $ J 2009 Barolo Tortoniano DOCG, Michele Chiarlo 375 ml... $40 Shows innate power, revolving around a core of cherry, plum, menthol and cinnamon flavors. Elegant and bright, with moderate tannins, this should evolve soon, offering a long, crisp finish Barolo DOCG, Michele Chiarlo... $95 Refined red currant and berry flavors mark this balanced, elegant wine and lead into flavors of violets, rose petals, spice and leather set in finely delineated tannins A 1995 Barolo Prapò DOCG, Ceretto... $125 Sturdy wine with a balance of fruit and tannin along with spice and ripe cherry B 1999 Barolo Prapò DOCG, Ceretto... $125 Rather decadent, with rose, earth and berry character. Full-bodied, with soft, round tannins and a meaty, earthy, ripe fruit aftertaste C 2000 Barolo Prapò DOCG, Ceretto... $125 Coffee, berry and tobacco aromas on the nose follow through to a full-bodied palate, with chewy yet soft tannins and a long, rich finish. Very chocolatey. 1,080 cases made D 2003 Barolo Prapò DOCG, Ceretto... $120 Shows dried fig and berry with a full-bodied palate, round tannins and a caressing finish. 850 cases made E 2004 Barolo Prapò DOCG, Ceretto... $120 Pretty aromas of ripe strawberry, flowers and cedar follow through to a full body, with lots of ripe, almost raisiny fruit and a long, velvety, fruity aftertaste. 77

82 2065 F 2005 Barolo Prapò DOCG, Ceretto... $120 The nose is rich, with notes of fresh fruit and spice reminiscent of quinine and cloves, and a slight hint of oak. Tasting reveals a big wine with obvious tannins, still to be tamed, making it extremely enjoyable. The fruit flavors return on the finish, and a pleasant note of fresh acidity reminds us that this is a Barolo to be enjoyed for many years A 1998 Barolo Brunate DOCG, Ceretto... $150 Aromas of tea, leather and tar, with hints of ripe plums. Medium-bodied, with round tannins and a crisp, fruity and cedary aftertaste B 2000 Barolo, Brunate DOCG, Ceretto... $ pts. WS Beautiful on the nose, with blackberries, fresh mushroom and leather. Full-bodied, with ultra-velvety tannins and decadent, ripe fruit on the palate. Long and opulent. Like eating foie gras. 2,000 cases made C 2001 Barolo, Brunate DOCG, Ceretto... $150 A wine with plum, meat and chocolate aromas and flavors. Full-bodied, with big yet ripe tannins and a round, ultrarich finish. This has loads of decadent and wild fruit. This is impressive and generous D 2004 Barolo, Brunate DOCG, Ceretto... $150 This dark, ripe 2004 Barolo shows raisin, plum and prune aromas. Full-bodied, with big, chewy tannins and a long, very ripe finish F 2006 Barolo Brunate DOCG, Ceretto... $150 This hints at aromas of eucalyptus and menthol, which accent the flavors of cherry and licorice. Stylish and sleek, with firm tannins on the finish G 2007 Barolo Bricco Rocche Brunate DOCG, Ceretto... $175 Boasting menthol and eucalyptus-tinged cherry and plum aromas and flavors, this red is broad and well-balanced with its structure, with fine length H 2008 Barolo Bricco Rocche Brunate DOCG, Ceretto... $175 This is a silky-smooth Barolo that shows great aromatic complexity. Aromas of ripe red cherries, dried roses, red licorice, and cloves combine with notes of tobacco and earth. On the palate, this wine is richly tannic with a long, pleasant finish J 2010 Barolo Bricco Rocche Brunate DOCG, Ceretto... $175 Elegant and intense, boasting cherry, currant and strawberry notes accented by licorice, tobacco and woodsy spice details. Shows a chalky texture, well-integrated tannins and a hint of licorice on the long finish. Taut and linear. 500 cases made A 2000 Barolo, Bricco Rocche DOCG, Ceretto... $ pts. WS Wild aromas of decadent fruit, with lots of plum, fresh mushroom and fresh strawberry. Full-bodied, with ultra-silky tannins and a long finish. Wonderfully crafted. Seductive. The top label from Ceretto s Bricco Rocche estate in Castiglione Falletto. 580 cases made B 2004 Barolo, Bricco Rocche DOCG, Ceretto... $ pts. WS Delicate and harmonious, yet powerful and robust, this is a demanding, complex and elegant wine. Its grandeur shows through just a few months after bottling and gradually increases as the flowery aromas of its youth give way to ethereal spices, chocolate and truffle. It is full-bodied with dried fruit flavors, firm tannins and a long finish. It will age beautifully. 78

83 2071 A 2000 Barolo Zonchera DOCG, Ceretto... $70 Soft, harmonious, velvety Barolo, with limited tannin content and a generally fine balance between alcohol and acid. Extraordinary drinkability after just a few months in the bottle B 2004 Barolo Zonchera DOCG, Ceretto... $70 This easy-going Barolo is a medium-bodied, accessible wine with attractive dark fruit and a fresh personality C 2005 Barolo Zonchera DOCG, Ceretto... $70 This is a soft, smooth, round Barolo. With its moderate tannins and acidity, it is well-balanced. Extraordinarily easy to drink just a few months after bottling, it can also be cellared for longer than 10 years in outstanding vintages F 2008 Barolo Zonchera DOCG, Ceretto... $70 An elegant and intense version, featuring licorice, tobacco, spice and earth flavors that fuse with the burly tannins. Offers a compact feel and a tightly wound finish, with a sweet and spicy aftertaste A 1999 Barolo Ciabot Mentin Ginestra DOCG, Domenico Clerico... $185 Intense garnet color with ripe red fruit, hints of licorice and vanilla followed by a warm long finish B 2000 Barolo Ciabot Mentin Ginestra DOCG, Domenico Clerico... $ pts. WS Ruby/purple in color, accompanied by scents of lead pencil, cedar, black fruits, smoke, earth, and vanilla. Massive richness, monster extract, sweet tannin, and a blockbuster finish C 2001 Barolo Ciabot Mentin Ginestra DOCG, Domenico Clerico... $ pts. WS Collectibles Ruby/purple color is accompanied by scents of cedar, black fruits, smoke, earth, and vanilla. Massive richness, monster extract, sweet tannin, and blockbuster finish characterize this dazzling, year wine D 2003 Barolo Ciabot Mentin Ginestra DOCG, Domenico Clerico... $180 Plenty of ripe fruit and showing big strapping tannins. New oak aging provides richness and balance E 2004 Barolo Ciabot Mentin Ginestra DOCG, Domenico Clerico... $175 Subtle and perfumed, with blackberry, truffle and hints of Spanish cedar. Full-bodied, with superfine tannins and a long, caressing finish. Balanced and very pretty F 2005 Barolo Ciabot Mentin Ginestra DOCG, Domenico Clerico... $ pts. WS An intense, complex scent complements a warm soft fresh flavor I 2008 Barolo Ciabot Mentin Ginestra DOCG, Domenico Clerico 1.5 Liter... $275 Starts out broad and soft, with cherry, plum, mint and licorice flavors, turning firm and dry on a base of muscular tannins. Tobacco and tea notes grace the finish A 1999 Barolo Pajana DOCG, Domenico Clerico... $ pts. WS Rich blackberry and licorice flavors with soft well structured sweet tannins B 2000 Barolo Pajana DOCG, Domenico Clerico... $190 Classic bouquet (reminiscent of a cross between Mouton and Lafite-Rothschild) of cedar wood, cassis, licorice, lead pencil, and mineral scents. Abundant quantities of black fruit, tar, truffle, and cigar box flavors. A huge, monstrous Barolo. 600 cases made. 79

84 2076 C 2001 Barolo Pajana DOCG, Domenico Clerico... $ pts. WS Classic bouquet (reminiscent of a cross between Mouton and Lafite-Rothschild) of cedar wood, cassis, licorice, lead pencil, and mineral scents. Abundant quantities of black fruit, tar, truffle, and cigar box flavors. A huge, monstrous Barolo D 2003 Barolo Pajana DOCG, Domenico Clerico... $180 Aromatically compelling and packed with layers of fruit with much depth, complexity and personality E 2004 Barolo Pajana DOCG, Domenico Clerico... $ pts. WS This is dense, concentrated and layered with aromas of blackberry, plum skin and hints of cut wood. Full-bodied, chewy and very rich, with lots of tannins, French oak and fruit F 2005 Barolo Pajana DOCG, Domenico Clerico... $ pts. WS This blockbuster wine delivers ripe fruit, with lots of raisin and red licorice character on the nose and palate. Full-bodied, offering chewy yet polished tannins and a vanilla, blackberry and cherry aftertaste, with coffee and toasty oak I 2008 Barolo Pajana DOCG, Domenico Clerico... $175 The core of black cherry and licorice is surrounded by spicy oak in this modern-styled Barolo. Firm and fresh, featuring ample fruit to match the structure. The lingering aftertaste of mineral and berry catches a wave of acidity J 2009 Barolo Pajana DOCG, Domenico Clerico... $175 Rich cherry and raspberry flavors are accented by spice in this dense yet ripe red. Mint and tobacco accents chime in on the resonant, long finish A 1999 Barolo Percristina DOCG, Domenico Clerico... $220 Exhibits a black raspberry liqueur-like nose. As it sits in the glass, notes of cherries, cassis, pain grille, and smoke emerge. Massive, powerful, chewy, unctuously-textured, and long, with subtle oak and immense fruit concentration B 2000 Barolo Percristina DOCG, Domenico Clerico... $ pts. WS Richest, most complete of Clerico offerings. Kirsch, Chinese black tea, flowers, licorice, and subtle spicy new oak. Amazingly rich and full-bodied, with terrific purity, symmetry, and length, it can be enjoyed now, but should be even better with 2-3 years of cellaring; it will keep for years. One of the most gifted winemakers in Piemonte C 2001 Barolo Percristina DOCG, Domenico Clerico... $ pts. WS Expressive nose of licorice and tar along with layers of sweet dark fruit in a big, muscular style A 2000 Barolo Vigneto Campè DOCG, La Spinetta... $ pts. WS Collectibles Explosion of fruit on the nose, with masses of crushed strawberries, toasted oak and cedar on the nose and palate, and a hint of fresh herbs. Full-bodied and very chewy, with lots of ripe tannins and a ripe fruit finish. First wine from famous Barbaresco producer La Spinetta from 20 acres in the Barolo region B 2001 Barolo Vigneto Campè DOCG, La Spinetta... $295 A rich and decadent wine with plum, berry and grilled meat on the nose. Full-bodied, with big chewy tannins and a velvety texture. Long and rich. A beauty. 80

85 2081 C 2003 Barolo Vigneto Campè DOCG, La Spinetta... $ pts. WS Highly Recommended Shows aromas of flowers and berries, with hints of vanilla and a touch of rosebud. Full-bodied and very concentrated, with big, chewy tannins and a long, powerful finish. Loaded with fruit and layered, with impressive concentration. A blockbuster D 2004 Barolo Vigneto Campè DOCG, La Spinetta... $ pts. WS Slightly earthy, with mushroom and very ripe fruit. Almost pruny. Transforms to gorgeous fruit. Full-bodied, with spicy, meaty and super ripe fruit flavors. Chewy and tannic. Big and rich. Turns exotic. This is massive, with impressive structure E 2005 Barolo Vigneto Campè DOCG, La Spinetta... $240 Intense ripe berry and dried fruit on the nose, with rose petal. Full-bodied, with silky tannins and a mahogany, fruity, almost nutty undertone. Ripe and round. Very soft and pretty F 2006 Barolo Vigneto Campè DOCG, La Spinetta... $240 Ripe raspberry, currant and eucalyptus aromas and flavors show off in this firmly structured red G 2012 Barolo Vigneto Campè DOCG, La Spinetta... $240 Intense, vibrant ruby red aromas of raspberry, mint, rose petal and sweet tobacco beams of tannin give the 2012 much of its shape and overall energy. But it is the translucence of the fruit that is the most unique signature A 2000 Barolo Vigneto La Villa DOCG, Seghesio... $95 Dense plum/garnet color and exquisite bouquet of cigar box, smoke, licorice, black cherry/berry fruit, and subtle oak are found in this exotic, flamboyant 2000 Barolo B 2001 Barolo Vigneto La Villa DOCG, Seghesio... $95 A dense plum/garnet color and exquisite bouquet of cigar box, smoke, licorice, black cherry/berry fruit, and subtle oak are found in this exotic, flamboyant Barolo. Full-bodied, with a viscous texture, plenty of power, yet impeccable balance. This fleshy, super-concentrated, seamless effort can be enjoyed now and over the next years D 2003 Barolo Vigneto La Villa DOCG, Seghesio... $95 Plenty of blackberry, spices, tar and roses on the nose. Full-bodied, with firm and chewy tannins and a chocolate, berry and vanilla finish E 2004 Barolo Vigneto La Villa DOCG, Seghesio... $ pts. WS Highly Recommended Notably elegant and restrained Barolo. It opens with perfumed aromatics that meld into layers of ripe dark fruit intermingled with sweet notes from the French oak A 1998 Barolo Vigna Bricco Gattera DOCG, Cordero di Montezemolo... $195 A big and powerful wine with aromas of ripe fruit and tar. Full-bodied with chewy tannins and a long, rich finish B 1999 Barolo Vigna Bricco Gattera DOCG, Cordero di Montezemolo... $195 A full-bodied wine with velvety tannins, loads of fruit and wonderful aromas of roses, ripe berry and hints of meat. 81

86 Alberto Cordero, Joann Noto and Pietro Ratti in La Morra 2087 C 2000 Barolo Vigna Bricco Gattera DOCG, Cordero di Montezemolo... $ pts. WS A classy, full-bodied wine with dried flowers, raspberries, plums and light spices on the nose and palate. Silky tannins and a long, caressing finish A 1998 Barolo Vigna Enrico VI DOCG, Cordero di Montezemolo... $100 Subtle and complex wine with a caressing mouth feel. Full-bodied with luscious ripe fruit and complex aromas of plums, meat, cedar and flowers B 1999 Barolo Vigna Enrico VI DOCG, Cordero di Montezemolo... $95 Intense aromas of plum and coffee follow through to a full-bodied palate, with round tannins and a ripe finish C 2000 Barolo Vigna Enrico VI DOCG, Cordero di Montezemolo... $150 A very pretty and balanced wine with intense aromas of strawberries, toasted oak and minerals. Full-bodied palate and long and refined finish A 1996 Barolo Monfalletto DOCG, Cordero di Montezemolo... $125 Highly Recommended Fabulous. Intense aromas of fresh roses, with balsamic and cherry notes. Full-bodied, muscular Barolo. Thick and rich, with velvety tannins and a long, chocolatey, meaty finish B 1997 Barolo Monfalletto DOCG, Cordero di Montezemolo... $125 Elegant floral nose and full-bodied wine with velvety softness and pronounced truffle flavors. Thick, rich tannins and a long, chocolatey, meaty finish C 1998 Barolo Monfalletto DOCG, Cordero di Montezemolo... $95 Lovely plum and berry aromas, with hints of dried flowers. Medium-bodied, with fine tannins and a delicate finish D 1999 Barolo Monfalletto DOCG, Cordero di Montezemolo... $95 Pretty aromas of sandalwood, flowers and ripe fruit follow through to a full-bodied palate, with chewy tannins and a medium yet refined finish. 1,750 cases made E 2000 Barolo Monfalletto DOCG, Cordero di Montezemolo... $95 Focused and pretty wine. Berry, cedar and light vanilla character. Full-bodied, with fine tannins and a fresh cedary finish. 1,800 cases made A 1999 Barolo Brunate DOCG, Enzo Boglietti... $130 Spicy, with fine anisette notes, rich, deep and textured with hints of earth and berry. 82

87 2094 B 2000 Barolo Brunate DOCG, Enzo Boglietti... $120 This serious Brunate is rich and round with loads of ripe fruit and chocolate, vanilla character. Full-bodied, with ripe and round tannins and a long unctuous finish. 260 cases made C 2001 Barolo Brunate DOCG, Enzo Boglietti... $110 Dark plum/garnet-colored Barolo Brunate exhibits a strikingly pure nose of melted licorice, kirsch liqueur, tobacco, spice box, and toasty oak. Deep, massive, full-bodied, and layered, with huge extract. This is a structured, powerful effort. 260 cases made D 2003 Barolo Brunate DOCG, Enzo Boglietti... $100 The 2003 Barolo Brunate is dense and long, with plenty of ripe dark fruit and sweet toasted oak. Made in a generous style, it offers superb balance, well-integrated tannins and a lovely core of inner sweetness that carries through from start to finish A 1999 Barolo Brunate DOCG, Marcarini... $150 Highly Recommended Fantastic aromas of bright berry, fresh mushroom and minerals. Full-bodied, with excellent concentration of fruit and silky, ripe tannins. Long and delicious. 2,000 cases made B 2000 Barolo Brunate DOCG, Marcarini... $95 Earthy and meaty aromas turn to crushed flowers and berries. Full-bodied, with a lovely silky palate and a long, fruity, delicious finish. Ultra-refined, yet chewy C 2001 Barolo Brunate DOCG, Marcarini... $95 Aromas of roses, berries, meat and light cedar. Full-bodied, with silky tannins and a cigar box finish D 2003 Barolo Brunate DOCG, Marcarini... $95 Attractive berry and mushroom aromas and citrus fruit undertones. Full-bodied, with chewy tannins and a long finish E 2004 Barolo Brunate DOCG, Marcarini... $95 Menthol, dark cherries, spices, new leather and licorice are all to be found in this generous, layered wine. Sweet, ripe tannins provide a lovely bookend to this rich, classic Barolo from the Brunate vineyard F 2005 Barolo Brunate DOCG, Marcarini... $95 The flavor calls to mind the sunshine of the Langhehills; the bouquet is reminiscent of spice, tobacco, cinnamon and ripe fruit, with undertones of very fine wood. Color is garnet red, lively and intense, with slightly orange hues, but it is on the palate this wine fully reveals its magnitude, character and complexity. Velvety, round, with soft tannins, well balanced components and remarkable persistence, it confirms the bouquet s subtly spicy vein, with notes of liquorice and vanilla G 2006 Barolo Brunate DOCG, Marcarini... $95 Layers of dark fruit, menthol, spices and minerals, all of which come together with a classic, ethereal weight that is quite appealing H 2007 Barolo Brunate DOCG, Marcarini... $95 This is slightly herbal, sporting cherry and strawberry flavors as well. A taut, linear red, with tension and a firmly tannic finish I 2008 Barolo Brunate DOCG, Marcarini... $95 Intense savory aromas of tobacco, mocha, truffle, leather and candle wax. It is a more masculine interpretation of Barolo and a true masterpiece created by winemaker Manuel Marchetti. 83

88 2097 K 2010 Barolo Brunate DOCG, Marcarini... $95 94 pts. WS This elegant red offers enticing aromas of rose, strawberry and cherry, with hints of tobacco and spice. Firm and well-balanced, showing sweet fruit intertwined with tannins on the finish L 2011 Barolo Brunate DOCG, Marcarini... $95 Garnet color with slight orange reflections; the bouquet is characteristic of the Brunate cru, spicy with mentholated or balsamic notes of incense, sage leaves, licorice and beeswax. On the palate, it is dry, sturdy and full, austere yet velvety, with sweet tannins and great balance M 2012 Barolo Brunate DOCG, Marcarini... $95 100% Nebbiolo from a single vineyard. The Brunate Cru is one of the most famous in Barolo and expresses the elegance of La Morra to perfection. An austere and imposing wine displaying characteristic power and strength. Its classic style excites the nose with marvelous spice, tobacco, and dry rose scents cases made N 2013 Barolo Brunate DOCG, Marcarini... $95 100% Nebbiolo. Garnet color with slight orange reflections. An austere and imposing example of this cru displaying characteristic power and strength. Its classic style excites the nose with marvelous spice, tobacco, and dry rose scents O 2014 Barolo Brunate DOCG, Marcarini... $95 Garnet color with slight orange reflections. An austere and imposing example of this cru displaying characteristic power and strength. Its classic style excites the nose with marvelous spice, tobacco, and dry rose scents A 2000 Barolo La Serra DOCG, Marcarini... $95 Subtle and rich aromas of berries, leather and dried flowers. Full-bodied palate, with silky and refined tannins and a long, caressing finish. A real beauty. 1,500 cases made B 2001 Barolo La Serra DOCG, Marcarini... $95 Very perfumed on the nose with flowers, berries and plums. Full-bodied, with fine tannins and a long, silky finish. A reserved wine C 2003 Barolo La Serra DOCG, Marcarini... $95 Rather orange-tinged in color, showing dried flowers and mushroom, with hints of blackberry. Medium-bodied, with fine tannins and a refined, pretty finish D 2004 Barolo La Serra DOCG, Marcarini... $95 Deep, lively garnet in color, with very slight orange hues. The bouquet is delicate yet remarkably intense and persistent, reminiscent of violets and roses, liquorice and spice E 2005 Barolo La Serra DOCG, Marcarini... $95 Aromas and flavors of red raspberries and cherries. With medium body supported by mild acidity and soft tannins it emphasizes elegance as opposed to power and strength that characterize many traditionally-crafted Barolos F 2006 Barolo La Serra DOCG, Marcarini... $95 Full of fresh, perfumed berries. Focus, length and energy are the hallmarks of this impeccable, classy 2006 Barolo H 2010 Barolo La Serra DOCG, Marcarini... $95 This red shows cherry, raspberry, floral and leather aromas and flavors, walking a tightrope between a supple and firm texture. On the elegant side, finishing long and savory. 84

89 2099 K 2011 Barolo La Serra DOCG, Marcarini... $95 Garnet color with slight orange reflections, a shade or two deeper than the Brunate; the bouquet is typical of the La Serra cru, floral with rose and violet petals, mountain flowers. Dry, full and sturdy on the palate, extremely well balanced L 2012 Barolo La Serra DOCG, Marcarini... $95 100% Nebbiolo from a single vineyard. Soft, smooth character due to a longer ripening of the Nebbiolo grapes on the vine. Deep, lively garnet in color, with very slight orange hues. Floral and gentle on the palate while retaining all the imposing stature of Barolo cases made M 2013 Barolo La Serra DOCG, Marcarini... $95 100% Nebbiolo. Garnet color with slight orange reflections, a shade or two deeper than the Brunate; the bouquet is typical of the La Serra cru, floral (rose and violet petals, mountain flowers), ethereal, appealing and intense; dry, full and sturdy on the palate, austere yet velvety, extremely well balanced N 2014 Barolo La Serra DOCG, Marcarini... $95 Garnet color with slight orange reflections, a shade or two deeper than the Brunate; the bouquet is typical of the La Serra cru, floral (rose and violet petals, mountain flowers), ethereal, appealing and intense; dry, full and sturdy on the palate, austere yet velvety, extremely well balanced Barolo Bricco Visette DOCG, Attilio Ghisolfi... $85 Full-bodied with ripe tannins and blackberry flavors with vanilla on the finish Barolo DOCG, Giacomo Conterno... $175 Austere steely red with flavors of spice, leather and dry dusted cherries Barolo Bussia Soprana DOCG, Poderi Aldo Conterno... $150 Intensely ruby-red, almost garnet colored, with orange reflections. Rich, full, sustained perfume of leather, chocolate, aniseed. The palate is dry and generous, elegantly complex with a long finish. Perfect with roasted red meats, game, dishes garnished with truffles and cheese Barolo Bussia DOCG, Poderi Aldo Conterno... $175 Sexy aromas of red currant, smoky underbrush and tobacco. A juicy, musky midweight, with lovely perfume and vinosity to the flavors of red fruits, flowers, truffle and smoke. Finishes with fine but firm tannins and good aromatic persistence Barolo Romirasco DOCG, Poderi Aldo Conterno... $225 Bright ruby-tinged red with wild, brooding, youthfully medicinal aromas of dark fruits, basil, licorice and spices. Tight on entry, then focused and firm in the middle, with less obvious sweetness. This boasts a very firm tannic spine and will need extending bottle aging Barolo Bussia Colonnello DOCG, Poderi Aldo Conterno... $ pts. WS Collectibles A beautifully crafted Barolo, with ripe cherry, plum, leather, spice, mineral and smoke elements. Starts off supple and approachable, but the gripping tannins soon move in, securing the lengthy, spice-filled finish. An underlying mineral vein adds depth Barolo Bussia Cicala DOCG, Poderi Aldo Conterno... $ pts. WS Collectibles A gorgeous red, scented with rose, mint, menthol, cherry and leather notes, with intense flavors matching the aromas. Dense with tannins, finely wrought and dovetailing on the long, detailed finish, this is very harmonious. 85

90 Barolo Bussia Cicala DOCG Poderi Aldo Conterno... $ pts. WS Collectibles Aromas of fresh cherry, raspberry, licorice and spice fill the glass as this red unfolds. Offers dense tannins and bright acidity, lending definition to the cherry, strawberry, tobacco and spice flavors that persist through the long finish. 300 cases imported A 2000 Barolo DOCG, Ca Bianca... $120 Highly Recommended Ruby red in color, offering violet and rose aromas with ripe red berry fruit and hints of meat and tobacco. This Wine Spectator Top 100 wine will drink well for years to come B 2001 Barolo DOCG, Ca Bianca... $90 This is a tightly knit, solid wine with chewy tannins and a raisiny, stemmy character. Full-bodied, long and muscular A 1999 Barolo Le Rocche del Falletto di Serralunga d Alba DOCG, Bruno Giacosa... $350 Delicate, refined and very pretty with plum, spice and licorice aromas follow through to a medium-bodied palate, with silky tannins and a fresh, delicate finish. All in finesse B 2003 Barolo Le Rocche del Falletto di Serralunga d Alba DOCG, Bruno Giacosa... $285 A little jammy on the nose, with lots of strawberry. Full-bodied, with chewy tannins and a long, chewy finish. 930 cases made A 1998 Barolo La Serra DOCG, Roberto Voerzio... $285 Solid as a rock. Intense aromas of blackberries, smoke and spices. Full-bodied and chewy, with loads of ripe fruit. Big, powerful and austere. Only 415 cases made B 2001 Barolo La Serra DOCG, Roberto Voerzio... $ pts. WS Intense aromas of blackberries, minerals and cedar, with hints of cigar box. Full-bodied, with a dense tannin structure and rich palate of fruit and minerals A 2001 Barolo Brunate DOCG, Roberto Voerzio... $ pts. WS A plummy wine, with hints of cedar. Full-bodied, with fine tannins and a pretty plum and mineral aftertaste. Long and silky. Very fine, yet compacted and powerful. Solid as a rock. Only 350 cases made B 2003 Barolo Brunate DOCG, Roberto Voerzio... $ pts. WS Shows aromas of blackberry and strawberry, with just a hint of flowers. Full-bodied and chewy, this is a fresh, powerful young Barolo. Layered, with great depth. 260 cases made. 86

91 Barolo Rocche dell Annunziata/Torriglione DOCG, Roberto Voerzio... $ pts. WS Extremely focused wine with beautiful blackberry and cedar character. Full-bodied, yet reserved and refined, with super-silky tannins and a long, long finish A 2001 Barolo Cerequio DOCG, Roberto Voerzio... $ pts. WS This is beautiful, with plum, floral, violet and light vanilla aromas. Full-bodied, with a solid core of fruit and supersilky tannins. Goes on and on. Racy and classy with wonderful subtlety. 400 cases made C 2004 Barolo Cerequio DOCG, Roberto Voerzio... $375 Intense ruby red in color, with garnet hues. Fresh and complex aromas of macerated cherries, plums, dried roses, minerals and spices surround a terrific concentration and depth. This Barolo is creamy and broad, racy and refined. The flavors explode with a supple and persistent roundness. The finish is long and elegant with fine-grained tannins. Fruit is everywhere! 530 cases made Barolo Ravera DOCG, Cogno... $95 Incredible aromas of ultra-ripe plums that verge on prunes but turn to flowers and fresh fruit. Full-bodied, with sweet round tannins and a refined finish A 1999 Barolo Gavarini Vigna Chiniera DOCG, Elio Grasso... $100 Bright, deep red color with aromas of raspberry, strawberry, dried rose and licorice. Full-bodied with big, velvety tannins B 2000 Barolo Gavarini Vigna Chiniera DOCG, Elio Grasso... $95 A beautiful blend of strawberries and cherries with hints of raspberries. This full-bodied, almost tropical wine has silky tannins and a gorgeous ripe fruit finish. Pietro Ratti Cellar and Vineyard 2135 A 2009 Barolo Rocche dell Annunziata DOCG, Renato Ratti... $135 This red shows a severe side, not only in the balsamic, leather and tar flavors, but also for the intense, bracing structure and chalky feel on the palate. Reveals a sweet core that persists on the lingering finish B 2012 Barolo Rocche dell Annunziata DOCG, Renato Ratti... $180 Sweet cherry, menthol, tar, tobacco and earth flavors are well-proportioned in this supple red. A hint of orange peel comes into play as this lingers on the solid finish. 85 cases imported A 2001 Barolo Marcenasco DOCG, Renato Ratti... $75 Plenty of plum and cherry aromas follow through to a full-bodied palate, with silky tannins and a good intensity of ripe fruit on the finish. 87

92 2136 E 2012 Barolo Marcenasco DOCG, Renato Ratti... $75 Intense aromas of cherry, tar, wild herb and camphor signal this rich, fleshy red. Cherry fruit comes forward on the palate, while tobacco, licorice and iron notes play supporting roles. The dusty tannins are moderate. Long finish. 1,600 cases imported A 2009 Barolo Conca DOCG, Renato Ratti... $ pts. WS Exhibits plenty of balsamic flavors, with macerated cherry, leather and spice notes, showing ample tannins that are well-integrated with the fruit and acidity. 150 cases imported B 2012 Barolo Conca DOCG, Renato Ratti... $ pts. WS Plenty of warm earth and loam elements shade the cherry, mint and tar flavors in this savory red. Rich, with well-balanced tannins and lively acidity keeping this fresh. 100 cases imported A 2000 Barolo Margheria DOCG, Massolino... $125 Lots of earthy, gamey, ripe fruit aromas. Decadent. Then turns floral. Pure fruit. Violets. Full-bodied, with firm tannins and a foursquare sort of structure. 800 cases made B 2001 Barolo Margheria DOCG, Massolino... $125 Nice coffee and blackberry character with a full-bodied palate and round, chewy tannins. Plenty of character to this outstanding young red. 600 cases made D 2009 Barolo Margheria DOCG, Massolino... $125 Beautiful cherry, strawberry, tobacco and leather flavors are displayed on the rich texture and firm structure of this sinewy red. The tannins are dusty, but this manages to find equilibrium on the long, savory finish. 460 cases made E 2010 Barolo Margheria DOCG, Massolino... $ pts. WS Highly Recommended This smoky red delivers tobacco and mineral-tinged cherry and strawberry flavors. Quickly gives way to firm, mouthcoating tannins, yet finds equilibrium overall. 150 cases imported F 2011 Barolo Margheria DOCG, Massolino... $ pts. WS The heavy, dense soils of the Margheria vineyard have helped to shape an opulent expression of Nebbiolo that boasts dark color and concentration. Sweet aromas of dried blackberry and cherry lift from the glass followed by exotic spice, balsam herb and toasted espresso bean. 516 cases made G 2012 Barolo Margheria DOCG, Massolino... $ pts. WS Cherry, mint and earth flavors dominate in this vibrant, tensile red. Floral and strawberry elements peek through as this builds on the palate, finishing with a tannic phalanx of mineral, licorice and tar notes. Very complex and long. 456 cases made H 2013 Barolo Margheria DOCG, Massolino... $ pts. WS Collectibles This red is packed with plum, cherry, leather and iron aromas and flavors. There s a solid base of tannins, but also freshness and balance. Just needs time for that core of ripe fruit to meld with the structure. Picks up tobacco and wild herb details on the finish, along with an echo of mineral. 550 cases made A 2009 Barolo Parafada DOCG, Massolino... $ pts. WS A bright, pure red, offering cherry and raspberry flavors accented by cedar, tobacco and woodsy notes. Linear and taut, presenting a firm grip of tannins, with plenty of energy driving the long, mouthwatering finish. 375 cases made. 88

93 2140 C 2011 Barolo Parafada DOCG, Massolino... $140 A mix of ripe cherry, raspberry, plum, tobacco and tea aromas and flavors are the hallmarks of this welldefined red. A stiff backbone of tannins and vivid acidity keeps this moving toward the lingering, earthtinged aftertaste. 483 cases made D 2012 Barolo Parafada DOCG, Massolino... $ pts. WS A spicy version, with a core of cherry, strawberry, licorice and tar flavors that is well-defined on a lithe body. Sleek and racy, this resonates on the long finish, showing mineral and floral notes. Detailed and expressive. 515 cases made E 2013 Barolo Parafada DOCG, Massolino... $ pts. WS Cherry and cigar box aromas introduce this juicy, linear red. Strawberry, cherry, floral and chalky mineral flavors are persistent and pure as this retreats into a tannic structure. Shows terrific length. 1,066 cases made A 2001 Barolo DOCG, Massolino... $95 Aromas of plums and hints of meat with berries. Full-bodied, with soft, round tannins and a long, long finish. Slightly one-dimensional, but clearly outstanding. Always a great value. 1,500 cases made B 2003 Barolo DOCG, Massolino... $95 Soft and approachable style. Revealing notable depth in its core of vibrant black cherries with lovely purity and well-integrated tannins C 2005 Barolo DOCG, Massolino... $95 Good depth of color and attractive perfumes with aromas of rose petals and a hint of licorice. On the palate, it has a lovely balance of ripe, raspberry fruit, with spicy, savory notes and rounded, ripe tannins D 2007 Barolo DOCG, Massolino... $90 The 2007 Barolo is a gorgeous wine. An expressive, open-knit bouquet leads to ripe red fruit in a soft, mid-weight Barolo. This is a relatively feminine, approachable Barolo from Serralunga that should drink nicely right out of the gate F 2010 Barolo DOCG, Massolino... $90 Concentrated, with sweet cherry, raspberry, cigar box and mineral flavors, matched to a complex, solid structure. The tannins are firm yet refined, and the finish offsets the tannins with sweet fruit, spice and tobacco notes G 2011 Barolo DOCG, Massolino... $90 Lots of pretty, ripe yet subtle fruit in this wine with plum, dried strawberry and spice character. Full body, silky tannins and a fresh finish Barolo Riserva DOCG, Borgogno 720ml... $450 A superlative vintage from one of Piedmonts great cellars, soft, with mature elegance and grace. A rarity! A fine, precious wine for special occasions: this Barolo Riserva has bright garnet with bricky shades; flowery bouquet, full, well-structured, acids and tannins are very balanced. 89

94 Barolo DOCG, Boroli... $85 Lots of dried flowers and ripe strawberry aromas follow through to a full-bodied palate, with velvety tannins and a long finish Barolo Bussia DOCG, Boroli... $85 Aromas of cedar, cigar tobacco and fruit follow through to a medium- to full-bodied palate, with fine tannins and a caressing finish. 390 cases made Barolo San Rocco DOCG, Azelia... $ pts. WS Highly Recommended Intense aromas of blackberry and violet turn to Spanish cedar and tar. Full and chewy, with lots of racy tannins. Long and very pretty. Wonderfully polished. 560 cases made Barolo DOCG, Prunotto... $75 Garnet in color and on the nose, wide and complex with hints of violet and forest fruit aromas. On the palate, full and velvety and well balanced Barolo Bussia DOCG, Prunotto... $125 Powerful garnet color with ruby reflexes. On the nose, intense perfume of plum and ripe cherry with hints of flowers and spicy aromas. On the palate, concentrated with soft tannins and a long final taste Barolo DOCG, Stefano Farina... $75 #84 Top 100 Wines of 2008 This beautiful wine exhibits plum skin on the nose, with a hint of licorice. Full-bodied, with round, velvety tannins and a long, caressing finish that shows coffee and dark chocolate undertones A 2000 Barolo Riserva DOCG, Costa di Bussia... $95 Complex aromas of crushed flowers, plums and fresh-cut porcini with evident hints of mint. Full-bodied, concentrated, with amazing tannins and superripe fruit. Long, very ripe and almost jammy finish, great length B 2004 Barolo Riserva DOCG, Costa di Bussia... $95 Tar and roses on the nose, complex, dark fruit flavors throughout, and a lingering finish that develops rather than subsides. A classic Barolo C 2005 Barolo Riserva DOCG, Costa di Bussia... $95 Matured for three years in oak casks to develop the characteristic slightly gamey and spicy tones for which Barolo Riservas are famed. Nice floral approach E 2007 Barolo Riserva DOCG, Costa di Bussia... $95 Matured for three years in oak casks to develop the characteristic slightly gamey and spicy tones for which Barolo Riservas are famed. The wine has firm tannins combined with ripe fruit flavors and a nice finish. 90

95 2165 A 2003 Barolo DOCG, Costa di Bussia... $85 Inviting, powerful, yet elegant and classic. Beautiful balance holding together high quality fruit. The length is complete and full B 2009 Barolo DOCG, Costa di Bussia... $70 It has a distinctive bouquet of red roses and violets and is smooth and velvety on the palate after being aged for three years in oak-casks A 2005 Barolo Bricco delle Viole DOCG, G.D. Vajra... $120 Dried berries and sweet plum on the nose, with hints of clove. Full-bodied, with chewy tannins and berry and Indian spice notes, followed by a medium finish B 2006 Barolo Bricco delle Viole DOCG, G.D. Vajra... $120 Fine, silky tannins caress the palate from start to finish as beautifully articulated, nuanced layers of fruit emerge from the glass C 2007 Barolo, Bricco delle Viole DOCG, G.D. Vajra... $120 Brilliant ruby red with notes of cherries, brandied cherries, dark berries, violets and dried roses which recall nuances of citrus fruits and mint. On the palate noble and silky tannins. Very balanced with a long nish of fresh, delicate spices. 730 cases made A 2010 Barolo Albe DOCG, G.D. Vajra... $70 Aromas of lavender and crushed rose petals, cedar and sandalwood spice, and dried black cherries. The tannins are there for structure but mild, sweet, and smooth B 2012 Barolo, Albe DOCG, G.D. Vajra... $70 A mix of eucalyptus, cherry, leafy and tar aromas and flavors are allied to a moderately firm structure in this balanced red. The finish is long and walks the line between fresh cherry, spice and earth notes C 2013 Barolo, Albe DOCG, G.D. Vajra... $65 Bright ruby color. Red fruit and plum flavors, flowers, pine needles and a finish that reminds of bushes. Albe is the harmony of sophisticated and delicate perfumes, supported by an elegant acidity and ripe tannins A 2005 Barolo DOCG, Luigi Baudana... $100 Gorgeous aromas of blackberry, spices and sliced plum follow through to a full body, with big, juicy tannins that are soft and fruit-coated B 2006 Barolo DOCG, Luigi Baudana... $100 The 2006 Barolo Baudana is powerful and incisive in its dark fruit, tar, smoke and iron. The Baudana shows depth and roundness A 2005 Barolo Terlo DOCG, Poderi Luigi Einaudi... $95 Brilliant garnet red with characteristic, brick-colored reflections that grow more intense in time; the bouquet is intense and persistent, fruity in youth, then increasingly complex and reminiscent of spices, truffles and leather; full, velvety palate with superb structure and a long finish of goudron and spice B 2008 Barolo Terlo DOCG, Poderi Luigi Einaudi... $95 A vivid, breezy version, whose cherry and currant flavors are accented by tobacco and underbrush. Wood tannins make their presence felt, giving a firm edge to this red. 600 cases made. 91

96 2180 C 2010 Barolo Terlo DOCG, Poderi Luigi Einaudi... $95 A touch of oak adds vanilla and resin accents to the cherry, floral and porcino flavors, in addition to compounding the tannins, which need time to integrate with the elegant frame and bright appeal. 591 cases made D 2011 Barolo Terlo DOCG, Poderi Luigi Einaudi... $95 Menthol, eucalyptus and tar flavors shade the core of cherry fruit in this muscular red. Savory and fruity in equal measure, with a lingering, balanced finish. 600 cases made E 2012 Barolo Terlo DOCG, Poderi Luigi Einaudi... $95 This taut red shows cherry and menthol flavors, all balanced by the firm, integrated structure. Shows fine length and follows through with licorice and spice accents. 600 cases made F 2013 Barolo Terlo DOCG, Poderi Luigi Einaudi... $95 A broad, muscular style, with dense tannins. Cherry, menthol and mineral flavors abound. 600 cases made A 2004 Barolo nei Cannubi DOCG, Poderi Luigi Einaudi... $140 Very perfumed and aromatic, with fresh rose and sliced plum. Full-bodied, with refined tannins and a long, focused, subtle finish of pretty, ripe fruit B 2010 Barolo nei Cannubi DOCG, Poderi Luigi Einaudi... $ pts. WS Polished and focused on the cherry, strawberry and raspberry flavors, with plenty of structure for support. Effortlessly fresh and balanced, showing sweet fruit and refined tannins on the long finish. 725 cases made C 2011 Barolo nei Cannubi DOCG, Poderi Luigi Einaudi... $140 Violet and black currant aromas and flavors are at the center of this red, tinged by licorice, spice and mineral notes. Lean, intense and persistent on the long, cherry- and spice-accented finish. Fine grip and freshness gives this longevity. 950 cases made D 2012 Barolo Cannubi DOCG, Poderi Luigi Einaudi... $140 A lean, austere style, with tannins matched to the fruit. Light cherry and strawberry notes up front struggle to hold their own. Fresh finish. 950 cases made E 2013 Barolo Cannubi DOCG, Poderi Luigi Einaudi... $140 Aromatic, displaying rose, strawberry, cherry and currant flavors, accented by leather, tobacco, iron and tea notes. Firm tannins lay a base of support as this plays out on the finish. 1,000 cases made Barolo LUDO DOCG, Einaudi... $95 Brilliant garnet with amber highlights. The nose has notes of fruit and spices, and on the palate, the wine is full-bodied with a long velvety finish Barolo Serralunga d Alba DOCG, Fontanafredda... $75 Garnet-red with ruby highlights that take on a slightly orange tone over time. Intense nose with overtones of vanilla, spices, withered roses and underbrush. Dry, full-bodied with velvety texture and great balance Barolo, La Rosa DOCG, Fontanafredda... $ pts. WS #86 Wine Spectator Top 100 of 2013 Fine harmony and sweet cherry and berry flavors are the hallmarks of this rich Barolo. Licorice, spice and tobacco flavors add depth as it stays focused and persistent through the finish. The tannins are ripe and well-integrated. 92

97 Barolo Marenca DOCG, Luigi Pira... $110 A burst of cherry and strawberry flavors highlights this elegant, expressive red. The tannins express themselves on the finish. 900 cases made Barolo Cannubi DOCG, E. Pira... $195 Broad, with plenty of muscle to shore up the cherry, strawberry and earth flavors. The tannins are assertive for now, yet this remains fresh and long. 800 cases made Barolo Mosconi DOCG, E. Pira... $175 Firm and focused, with cherry, plum and tart flavors accented by spice. The tannins are edgy, but there is ample fruit for balance and fine length. 800 cases made Barolo Massara DOCG, Castello di Verduno... $95 Plum, earth and berry flavors mark this roughhewn red, with a burr to the texture. Finishes with a mix of chocolate and cherry notes. 150 cases imported A 2007 Barolo Bussia Vigna Mondoca Riserva DOCG, Oddero... $200 A perfumed red, with licorice, rose, menthol and underbrush aromas leading to leather and tar. The fruit has faded to dried cherry, and there s sweetness to balance the dusty tannins on the finish. Fine length. 200 cases made B 2008 Barolo Bussia Vigna Mondoca Riserva DOCG, Oddero... $200 This red leans toward the savory side, evoking eucalyptus, sage, incense, tar and dried cherry aromas and flavors. Firm and muscular, with fine length. 350 cases made C 2009 Barolo Bussia Vigna Mondoca Riserva DOCG, Oddero... $200 Sweet cherry and strawberry fruit offsets the tar and tobacco notes in this generous Barolo. Tends toward the woodsy side, showing wild herb notes on the dense, balanced finish. 300 cases made D 2010 Barolo Bussia Vigna Mondoca Riserva DOCG, Oddero... $ pts. WS Collectibles This red exhibits fragrant aromas of cherry, leather, mushroom and spice. Smooth and full of ripe fruit, with a firm structure for support. Already shows complexity and harmony. 150 cases made A 2008 Barolo Brunate DOCG, Oddero... $200 A lean, athletic red, with cherry, menthol, tobacco and tar flavors stretched tautly across a firm frame. Very compact on the finish, the flavors releasing only after about 30 seconds. 200 cases made B 2009 Barolo Brunate DOCG, Oddero... $200 Licorice, eucalyptus and underbrush flavors trump the sweet flavors in this sinewy red. With air, floral, cherry, black tea and pepper notes emerge. Beefy tannins guard the finish and the lasting impression is one of freshness. 350 cases made C 2010 Barolo Brunate DOCG, Oddero... $200 Expressive and forward, offering cherry, tar, menthol and spice accents. The tannins are dense and grippy, but this finds equilibrium in the end. Sweet at the core. 200 cases made D 2011 Barolo Brunate DOCG, Oddero... $200 Aromas of perfumed berry, mint, baking spice and a whiff of oak emerge on this structured wine. The firm palate offers wild red cherry, crushed raspberry, mint, grilled sage and a touch of oak-driven spice alongside bracing tannins and nervous acidity Barolo DOCG, Bongiovanni... $95 Red with garnet reflections, very complex bouquet of raspberries, strawberries and mint. Very long finish, wonderful tannins. 93

98 Red Wines of Piemonte Barbaresco Bin Wine Bottle Barbaresco Riserva Santo Stefano di Neive DOCG, Bruno Giacosa... $300 Full-bodied, with luscious, ripe plum, berry and cherry character and silky tannins, all in balance Barbaresco Santo Stefano di Neive DOCG, Bruno Giacosa... $200 Reserved, elegant and beautiful, with fascinating aromas of strawberry and potpourri Barbaresco Asili DOCG, Bruno Giacosa 1.5 Liter... $375 Refined red with plenty of berries and roses on the nose. Medium-bodied, with fine tannins and a pretty berry and leather character and a chewy finish. 1,100 cases made Barbaresco Asili DOCG, Bruno Giacosa... $235 Soft and cuddly, with berry, tobacco and cedar character and hints of vanilla. Medium-to-full-bodied, with silky tannins and a long, ripe fruit finish. Delicious and decadent Barbaresco il Bricco DOCG, Pio Cesare... $220 The aromas and flavors of chocolate mingle with ripe raspberry and cherry fruit, finishing with an earthy spice Barbaresco il Bricco DOCG, Pio Cesare... $195 Layered and impressive with lots of plum and blackberry aromas, with hints of wood. Full-bodied, with vanilla and fruit character and a long, flavorful finish. 520 cases made Barbaresco il Bricco DOCG, Pio Cesare... $ pts. WS Glossy garnet in color with light ruby shades. The bouquet is intense and fragrant, with a hint of violets, cinnamon and vanilla. The palate is dry, full and vigorous, with overtones of peach A 1999 Barbaresco DOCG, Pio Cesare... $125 Elegant scents of withered violet, blackberry jam and spices with intense, glossy garnet red color C 2003 Barbaresco DOCG, Pio Cesare... $90 Glossy garnet in color with light ruby shades. The bouquet is intense and fragrant, with a hint of violets, cinnamon and vanilla. The palate is dry, full and vigorous, with overtones of peach. The wine has a quiet yet graceful power D 2004 Barbaresco DOCG, Pio Cesare... $95 Truffles, roses, and violets on the nose, this wine has a sense of perfumed levity that s just irresistible. There s a freshness here, though the fruit is far from the focus as the wine is rich with notes of cinnamon, cocoa, and Southeast Asian spices, especially on the finish. The tannins, while well-integrated, have some serious grip. 94

99 1916 Bottle of Pio Cesare Every Pio Cesare Vintage 2522 E 2005 Barbaresco DOCG, Pio Cesare... $95 Rose petal and berry aromas follow through to a full body, with chewy yet velvety tannins and a long finish. Offers a serious depth of fruit. Only 800 cases imported A 1998 Barbaresco Vigneto Starderi DOCG, La Spinetta... $195 Highly Recommended Dark garnet red in color with rich chocolate, eucalyptus and blackberry flavors. One of the richest versions of Nebbiolo B 2001 Barbaresco Vigneto Starderi DOCG, La Spinetta... $185 Dark ruby-colored, round, and full-bodied, with notes of licorice, new oak, and black cherries C 2003 Barbaresco Vigneto Starderi DOCG, La Spinetta... $175 Dense red color with complex, explosive scent of fruit, sweet spices, licorice and chocolate. Thick and concentrated, dark berries, licorice, exceptional balance of sweet tannins and acidity D 2004 Barbaresco Vigneto Starderi DOCG, La Spinetta... $175 Extremely refined red. Sleek and very well-crafted. Lovely aromas of plums and cedar, with hints of tobacco. Full-bodied, with sweet and refined fruit and very polished tannins E 2005 Barbaresco Vigneto Starderi DOCG, La Spinetta... $195 Plum and berry aromas, with hints of fresh herbs. Full, round and smooth, showing lots of berry, toasty oak and cappuccino, with a long finish. 1,200 cases made F 2012 Barbaresco Vigneto Starderi DOCG, La Spinetta... $175 There s a solid structure of acidity and tannins beneath the cherry, strawberry and wild herb flavors. The balance tips toward the astringent tannins in the end. 1,300 cases made Barbaresco, Vigneto Bordini DOCG, La Spinetta... $90 This complex red shows maturing notes of leather, eucalyptus, tar and spice, matched to a firm, fresh structure. Nicely balanced, lingering with licorice and spice on the finish A 1986 Barbaresco Camp Gros Martinenga DOCG, Marchesi di Grésy... $275 Robust, ruby wine from a single vineyard in Piemonte B 1987 Barbaresco Camp Gros Martinenga DOCG, Marchesi di Grésy... $250 Masculine robust character with great structure and texture. 95

100 2540 C 1996 Barbaresco Camp Gros Martinenga DOCG, Marchesi di Grésy... $250 Elegant, with a refined tannin structure, offering ripe blackberry in a medium-bodied package D 1997 Barbaresco Camp Gros Martinenga DOCG, Marchesi di Grésy... $250 Big, traditional wine. Lots of tea, berry, cedar and tar on the nose. Full-bodied and chewy, with lots of milk chocolate, meat and fruit on the finish E 1998 Barbaresco Camp Gros Martinenga DOCG, Marchesi di Grésy... $200 Medium- to light-bodied, with fine tannins and a crisp finish with a pleasant berry, cedar and delicate spice character F 2000 Barbaresco Camp Gros Martinenga DOCG, Marchesi di Grésy... $160 Wonderful perfumes of strawberries, berries and fresh mushrooms. Full-bodied, with silky tannins and a long, caressing finish G 2001 Barbaresco Camp Gros Martinenga DOCG, Marchesi di Grésy... $160 Brilliant, garnet red with orange reflections with an intense and harmonious bouquet reminiscent of wild wood berries, sour black cherry, plums and hay A 1986 Barbaresco Martinenga Gaiun DOCG, Marchesi di Grésy... $195 Velvety, focused with plum and blackberry B 1987 Barbaresco Martinenga Gaiun DOCG, Marchesi di Grésy... $175 A full and expansive wine with a bouquet of violet and rose petals C 1996 Barbaresco Martinenga Gaiun DOCG, Marchesi di Grésy... $165 Complex, ripe and intense. Beautiful blackberry, fig, tobacco and raspberry notes. Full-bodied, anchored in mineral and wet earth terroir roots that bring the flavors to a long, succulent, tannic finish D 1997 Barbaresco Martinenga Gaiun DOCG, Marchesi di Grésy... $165 Big and chewy Italian red, meaty and succulent. Aromatic of cherry, cedar, meat and berry. Full-bodied, with lots of fruit and tannins E 2000 Barbaresco Martinenga Gaiun DOCG, Marchesi di Grésy... $150 Round and spicy with cedar, berry and fresh tobacco aromas and flavors. Medium-to-full-bodied, with fine tannins and a long finish. A beautiful wine. 1,150 cases made A 1987 Barbaresco Martinenga DOCG, Marchesi di Grésy... $195 Grape and red berry flavors couple with earthy aromas B 1995 Barbaresco Martinenga DOCG, Marchesi di Grésy... $165 Fairly crisp with nice fruit and red berry and lemony notes C 1996 Barbaresco Martinenga DOCG, Marchesi di Grésy... $165 Elegant and refined, medium-bodied. Focuses on wet earth, mineral and chalk notes, with fresh, grapey red berries D 1998 Barbaresco Martinenga DOCG, Marchesi di Grésy... $165 Plenty of plum and cedar aromas in this young wine. Medium-bodied, with fine tannins and a fruity, crisp aftertaste E 1999 Barbaresco Martinenga DOCG, Marchesi di Grésy... $150 Fresh and floral, with pretty aromas and flavors. Medium-bodied, with well-integrated tannins and a fresh, fruity finish. 96

101 2544 F 2000 Barbaresco Martinenga DOCG, Marchesi di Grésy... $150 Very subtle and elegant aromas of licorice, plum and hints of fresh herb. Full-bodied, with well-integrated tannins and a plummy vanilla aftertaste G 2003 Barbaresco Martinenga DOCG, Marchesi di Grésy... $130 This medium-bodied wine has attractive red cherry fruit and good underlying structure H 2004 Barbaresco Martinenga DOCG, Marchesi di Grésy... $120 This wine carries an elegance that conies from its vineyard. On the nose, it offers sensations of sweet tobacco, leather and spiciness. It is fresh and jammy, rich in structure with good backbone and great harmony I 2006 Barbaresco Martinenga DOCG, Marchesi di Grésy... $100 Delicate and balanced, with subtle strawberry and berry character on the nose and palate. Medium-bodied, with bright acidity, fine tannins and a fresh finish A 1999 Barbaresco Bric Bilan DOCG, Moccagatta... $130 Floral in character drinking wonderfully but offering years of enjoyment to come, hints of wild cherry and anise B 2000 Barbaresco Bric Bilan DOCG, Moccagatta... $125 Elegant wild cherry with notes of tar and mocha this wine will be very long lived C 2003 Barbaresco Bric Bilan DOCG, Moccagatta... $120 This wine bursts from its deep purple robe with notes of perfumed flower, licorice, tar, mineral and dark fruit sensations D 2004 Barbaresco Bric Bilan DOCG, Moccagatta... $115 Elegant and velvety with 18 months barrel aging. Amazing aromas of crushed berries, peach and flowers follow through to a full-bodied palate, with ultrafine tannins and a long, long finish E 2005 Barbaresco Bric Bilan DOCG, Moccagatta... $105 Matured entirely in part-new barrique, it is an elegant, velvety wine with dense red fruits, cocoa and spice Barbaresco Sori Rio Sordo DOCG, Ca Rome... $150 The bouquet is ethereal and complex, with touches of wild roses, violets and licorice, resulting in a silky, mouth-filling and structured palate Barbaresco Masseria DOCG, Vietti... $ pts. WS A fairly dark ruby, it opens with elegant notes of sweet toasted oak, cherries in liqueur, and spices. It is rich and expansive on the palate, where it offers plenty of fruit with notable concentration, purity and depth in a sleek, finessed style Barbaresco DOCG, Marchesi di Barolo... $105 Nice and full-bodied with blackberry and very ripe strawberry on the nose, with excellent concentration and silky tannins A 2005 Barbaresco Asij DOCG, Ceretto... $95 Good intensity and persistence on the nose, with hints of withered flowers. Well-balanced taste, with good acidity. 97

102 2586 B 2006 Barbaresco Asij DOCG, Ceretto... $85 Mixed berry jam on the nose, with hints of citrus fruit. This full-bodied, soft and fruity, with jammy character has round tannins and a delicious finish Barbaresco Bricco Asili DOCG, Ceretto... $ pts. WS A complex, ethereal bouquet with hints of dog-rose, violet and licorice. With its caressing, dry taste, in the mouth this wine highlights the excellence in the range of Barbarescos A 2005 Barbaresco Bricco Asili Bernardot DOCG, Ceretto... $ pts. WS An opulent, full-bodied wine, packed with soft tannins that are already nicely evolved and silky. Very concentrated and varied on the nose, with the classic signs of flowers and red fruit in the foreground. This is a wine that fully expresses Nebbiolo s character, with a structure destined to guarantee a lengthy cellar life in constant development B 2010 Barbaresco Bernadot DOCG, Ceretto... $140 A taut, muscular version, sporting cherry, coffee, briar and white pepper notes on a firm, tannic profile. Offers loads of grip on the long, fresh finish. 450 cases made Barbaresco Magno DOCG, San Silvestro... $55 Dried berry and plum aromas, with hints of rose petal. Medium- to full-bodied, with fine, chewy tannins and cedar and berry flavors A 2006 Barbaresco Ovello DOCG, Cantina del Pino... $75 Sweet oak, licorice, dried cherry, spice and saline, mineral components give this burly red complexity. It s firmly structured, with a dry finish. 450 cases made C 2011 Barbaresco Ovello DOCG, Cantina del Pino... $75 The lush texture is offset by a vibrant structure in this juicy red. Harmonious and long, with the tannins guarding the spicy, tobacco-tinged finish. Should be approachable soon. 500 cases made Barbaresco Albesani DOCG, Cantina del Pino... $85 94 pts. WS Steely and toned, with a linear profile and gripping structure setting the pace for the cherry, eucalyptus, juniper, tobacco and mineral aromas and flavors. Still tight on the finish, this will need some time to integrate. 200 cases made A 2010 Barbaresco DOCG, Cantina del Pino... $65 Sweet strawberry and cherry aromas follow through to a medium body, with fine tannins and a fruity, silky finish. 1,000 cases made B 2011 Barbaresco DOCG, Cantina del Pino... $65 A rich, dense texture creates a matrix of cherry, licorice, floral and tar flavors in this expressive red. Firm despite the sweet fruit, with a lingering aftertaste of tobacco, mineral and spice. 1,000 cases made C 2012 Barbaresco DOCG, Cantina del Pino... $65 Berry, leather and leafy tobacco flavors hold court in this taut, linear red. Vibrant and focused at the core, tightening up on the finish. Ends with a minty accent. 1,000 cases made D 2013 Barbaresco DOCG, Cantina del Pino... $65 Ripe and round, this red reveals cherry, earth, underbrush and tobacco aromas and flavors. Should find equilibrium once all the elements come together. The excellent aftertaste persists with fruit, mineral and tobacco accents. 1,100 cases made. 98

103 Red Wines of Piemonte / Valle d Aosta Bin Wine Bottle Arte Langhe Rosso DOC, Domenico Clerico... $95 Black cherry, plum, licorice aromas with velvety rich ripe tannins and a long, lingering finish Carema DOC, Luigi Ferrando... $95 Rich garnet/brick color with elegant cherry fruit and gentle subtle tannins. A wine of great complexity Langhe Rosso Monsordo La Bernardina DOC, Ceretto... $65 Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Syrah blend. Deep ruby red, with slight garnet undertones. Rich, variformed nose, with a succession of varietal aromas strengthened by touches of spices and vanilla. An opulent structure shows immediately on the mouth, with soft, sweet tannins that leave no doubts as to its long life and unquestionable class Langhe Nebbiolo DOC, Pio Cesare... $60 Delicate, fragrant nose with hints of roses, violet, vanilla and mature berry fruit. Full and soft on the palate, the flavors develop in a long persistant finish Dolcetto d Alba DOC, Pio Cesare... $40 The color is an intense ruby red with magnificent glossy purple hues. A distinct and delicate bouquet hints of raspberry, pepper and pulpy fruits. The palate is dry, supple and lively, with red currant and blueberry overtones Barbera d Alba DOC, Pio Cesare... $40 A sweet, ripe and pulpy fruit with a soft typical acidity, which gives a thrilling vitality offering young and sweet tannins. Barbara Sandrone Sandrone Wines Nebbiolo d Alba Valmaggiore DOC, Luciano Sandrone... $75 Garnet color. Beautiful red cherry and roses, lovely floral elements with hibiscus flowers, followed by anise and spice notes. Medium-bodied on the palate, with balance and bright acidity Barbera d Alba DOC, Luciano Sandrone... $65 A full-bodied and round Barbera with ruby red color and intense fruit, spice and vanilla notes. 99

104 Barbera d Asti Ca di Pian DOCG, La Spinetta... $50 Rich blueberry and black currant with hints of anise and menthol. A truly complex version of this everyday Piemonte grape Langhe Nebbiolo Campé della Spinetta IGT, La Spinetta... $50 Brilliant ruby red color with black cherry, currant and plum flavors. Shows the style of a great Barbaresco at a fraction of the cost Gattinara DOCG, Travaglini... $65 100% Nebbiolo. Aromas of red fruit, blackberry, plum and licorice mingle with hints of vanilla and leather in the nose. The palate is full-bodied, with intense flavors of cherry, raspberry and spice culminating in a long and smooth finish Il Sogno e l Altro Sogno IGT, Travaglini... $ % Nebbiolo. Intense garnet red, wine with big structure, with complex and variegated aromas of fruits of the forest and light balsamic scent, ending with minerality and ripe fruits. Il Sogno, or the dream, is named in honor of Giancarlo Travaglini. It was his dream was to produce an innovative, unique Amaronestyle wine in a region characterized by traditional winemaking practices Barbera d Alba Scarrone Vigna Vecchia DOC, Vietti... $80 Dark, with rich, smoky black fruit and a spicy oak note. Full-bodied and velvety, with intense fruit on the palate and a long, smooth finish Barbera d Asti Superiore Le Orme DOCG, Michele Chiarlo... $35 Sweet blackberry, plum and pomegranate fruit is fresh and vibrant as this red unfolds across the palate. Hints of flowers and spices intermingle, but this is more about the juicy fruit Barbera d Alba Bricco Boschis Vigna del Cuculo DOC, Cavallotto... $35 Fresh and fruity, with chocolate, toffee and berry character. Medium body and a fresh finish Gattinara DOCG, Antoniolo... $275 Colored a soft garnet red, Antoniolo s Gattinara has an intense nose, filled with notes of violets and dried roses that are delicately layered with aromas of raspberries and almonds. Medium-full-bodied on the palate, the warm, balanced wine has lovely tannins, still fresh today N. V. Chinato, Marcarini 375 ml... $50 Unique aromatic wine from Piemonte s premier red appellation, in the hills near Alba. Follows an ancient local recipe, comprising of the bark of Cinchona calisaya, rhubarb root and other herbs and spices. A nice digestivo Barbera d Asti Battaglione DOP, Ratti... $30 Intense, ruby red. Bouquet of ripe fruit with an undercurrent of spices. Full flavor with long persistence. 100

105 Nebbiolo d Alba Ochetti DOC, Renato Ratti... $45 A slightly faded ruby red. Fine, delicate and persistent bouquet with characteristic trace scents of strawberry and raspberry. Pleasantly bitterish, velvety, at once light and full. Pietro Ratti (upper left) Ratti collection of vino from Boardroom (upper right) Ratti view of vineyard (bottom) Barbera d Asti DOCG, Marchesi di Grésy... $25 Bright berry aromas, with hints of fresh flowers, follow through to a medium-bodied palate, with good fruit and a fresh finish Langhe Vigneto Arborina DOC, Elio Altare... $ pts. WS This is a mouthful and a half. Full-bodied, with loads of ripe berry and raspberry fruit reinforced with velvety, ripe tannins. Altare is one of the maestros of Barolo and his 1999 single-vineyard Arborina is one of his best ever. 500 cases made Barbera Ottone I Piemonte DOC, San Silvestro... $25 Deep, bright ruby red, with a fresh opening; bursting with hints of ripe berries, cherries and jam making it nice and soft on the palate Barbera d Alba DOC, Costa di Bussia... $30 Pleasant Barbera, wild strawberry and plum with hints of spice. Medium-bodied with a fresh palate and honey finish Barbera d Alba Campo del Gatto DOC, Costa di Bussia... $40 Dark, inciting nose, with black fruit, ripe prunes, cherry and a hint of spice. Full-bodied, with a well-balanced, smooth palate. Lightly velvety tannins, lots of flavor and a long finish Arcaplà Langhe DOC, Costa di Bussia... $40 Arcaplà name is from the local dialect and means put on the top. The later ripening Nebbiolo grapes are added to already partially fermented Barbera. A pretty and silky red, with delicious blackberry, currant, coffee and dark chocolate character. Medium to full-bodied, with fine tannins and a long finish Langhe Freisa Kyè DOC, G.D. Vajra... $65 Freisa is an ancient and noble variety: Relative of Nebbiolo, it shares character, crispy acidity and tannic structure. 101

106 Dolcetto d Alba DOC, G.D. Vajra... $35 Dark and violet-scented, displaying floral and black currant flavors, with a hint of cracked pepper. Though ripe, this is elegant and taut, with spicy finish Dolcetto DOC, Cantina del Pino... $30 Splendid perfume with ruby and garnet colors with a finesse and an intense and interesting nose with jammy flavor and a hint of black pepper and soft background of mineral. Bouquet of fresh summer fruit with good acidity and a full round finish that makes this wine perfect for serving with food Barbera d Alba DOC, Cantina del Pino... $35 Juicy blackberry and black cherry fruit combines with a dense structure in this red. Overall, this stays balanced and lingers on the finish. 250 cases made Langhe Nebbiolo DOC, Cantina del Pino... $45 This fresh wine with generous red fruits, crushed flowers and dried cherries is a supple, accessible expression of Nebbiolo. Cherries, tobacco, mint and herbs come together nicely with great balance and texture in the glass Croatina Pertichetta Colli Tortonesi DOC, Vigneti Massa... $50 From several Croatina plots around the village of Monleale. Complex, tightly wound nose. Ferrous, with a taut roasted cranberry presence. Clean and precise, with Assam tea tannins and notable length Barbera Piemonte Briccotondo DOC, Fontanafredda... $30 This is a ruby-red wine with purple highlights. The nose is packed with black fruit, especially blackberries and plums, with slight spicy overtones hinting at black pepper and cinnamon. Sweet, soft tannins come together in a closely-woven texture that merges with the fruit Nebbiolo Ebbio Langhe DOC, Fontanafredda... $45 Deep ruby color with violet highlights. Well-balanced and complex with traces of flowers, especially roses. Its soft and velvety tannins lead to a lingering finish Nebbiolo d Alba Nebbio DOC, Indigenous... $30 Lovely core of perfumed ripe cherry and black currant fruit. A juicy wine with plenty of mid-palate fruit and tons of character. The finish shows excellent grip for a Langhe Nebbiolo Barbera Piemonte DOC, Indigenous... $30 Ruby red bouquet with intense perfume and well-integrated aromas of rose petal, strawberry and ripe berry. Rich and Medium bodied wine with minerality and silky tannins infused with blackberry, dark cherry, and spicy notes Nebbiolo Langhe DOC, Massolino... $45 Garnet red color with a delicate and pleasant bouquet. The predominant notes are of raspberry and violet, with the imposition of secondary perfumes very similar to those of Barolo as it ages. A complete and temptingly harmonious wine elegance Colline Novaresi Rosso Piane DOC, Le Piane... $60 After discovering the forgotten richness of the local Croatina grape, this wine is very concentrated and shows notes of blackberry, cherry, tobacco and spices. The dense substance gives a velvety and mineral finish Nebbiolo Valle d Aosta DOC, Caves Coopératives de Donnas (Valle d Aosta)... $40 Ruby red color tending to light garnet. Fine berries on the nose with a slight scent of almond. 102

107 White Wines of Piemonte / Valle d Aoste Bin Wine Bottle Cortese di Gavi DOCG, Pio Cesare... $40 Delicate, fresh and intensely fruity with hints of apricot in the finish Arneis Blangé DOC, Ceretto... $45 Arneis is a native varietal which produces a very fruity wine with hints of pears and apples. Pale gold color with bright citrus fruit Moscato I Vignaioli di S. Stefano DOCG, Ceretto 750 ml... $ Moscato I Vignaioli di S. Stefano DOCG, Ceretto 375 ml... $22 A floral scented, lightly effervescent wine, which can be enjoyed with or without a meal but perfect with dessert Moscato d Asti DOCG, Massolino... $35 The slightly sweet wine offers up loads of pineapple, honeysuckle, peach and mango notes. The residual sugar is just sufficient to give it a nice, off-dry character and the slight effervescence provides freshness and uplift Chardonnay Langhe DOC, Massolino... $50 100% Chardonnay grown in the vineyards situated in Serralunga d Alba. A restrained Chardonnay, showing no glitz or flash, but rather excellent balance and enticing autumn fruit flavors that linger effortlessly long after you have taken a sip. It is a very classy white wine, one that does not resemble any other, but proudly stands on its own Gavi Masera DOCG, Massone... $45 Gavi is by definition the fine white wine of Piemonte. Stefano Massone is devoted solely to white wine-making. This 100% Cortese has intense aromas of lime, pear, apple and exotic fruits Gavi Principessa Gavia DOCG, Castello Banfi... $25 Intensely fruity with hints of pineapple and apple in the bouquet, well-balanced with a gentle acidity and a delicate, dry finish Blanc de Morgex et de la Salles Valle d Aoste DOP, Pavese Ermes (Valle d Aoste)... $50 100% Prié Blanc with straw yellow color with golden reflections. Balanced and aromatic with intense and persistent mineral notes with a spicy tone of white pepper. 103

108 A m a r o n e A Unique Wine Amarone starts with a combination of grape varieties indigenous to the Valpolicella area; Corvina, Rondinella and Molinara. Each of these grapes offers precise and irreplaceable characteristics. Corvina, which is particularly susceptible to noble rot, provides aroma and richness to the wine. Rondinella adds color, tannins and bouquet. And lastly, Molinara provides drinkability and acidity by rounding out a wine that is well structured and high in alcohol. The appassimento, or semi-drying, process is the key to the wine s distinctive nature. After the grapes are harvested they are left to dry on bamboo racks in a well-ventilated loft from November through January. During appassimento, the grapes lose at least 30-40% of their original weight, thereby concentrating the sugars, aromatic substances and tannins. In late January or early February, once the appassimento phase is complete, they are soft pressed followed by a cold fermentation on the skins. The wine that emerges is very sweet with intense fruit and berry flavors. The partially fermented Amarone is then racked off for its second fermentation. If left to ferment completely naturally, this second fermentation step could take over a year due to the high alcohol levels in the wine; a good Amarone almost always has an alcohol level higher than 15%. To minimize the risk of oxidation, the winemaker shortens the second fermentation by inoculating the aging wine with a yeast that is tolerant of high alcohol levels. Their goal is to achieve maximum fruitiness with minimal oxidation. The wine is then barrel aged for a minimum of 2-3 years in large French oak barrels, with a portion of time spent in small, newer barrels. The lengthy aging process ensures that all of the residual sugar is transformed into alcohol. The wine is finally bottled nearly 3 years after harvest. In the bottle, the wine settles to complete its maturity, improving year after year. In 1990 the DOC quality label was given to Valpolicella wines where Amarone received it s independence from recioto gaining an identiy of it s own. From that moment Amarone continued to increase it s popularity, becoming one of the most famous and appreciated wines not only in Italy but all over the world. In 2009 Amarone received the DOCG registration, Italian top quality label for wines. 104

109 A Special Selection of Amarone from Veneto Bin Wine Bottle 3000 A 1983 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico DOC, Masi... $195 A five star-excellent rated vintage. Rich and ripe with a sweet impression, very complex. Excellent to extraordinary Amarone B 1985 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico DOC, Masi... $190 A four star-very good rated vintage. An elegant Amarone, well-balanced, long, attractive and inviting C 1988 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico DOC, Masi... $185 A five star-excellent rated vintage. Vintages make a difference the best Amarones currently hail from 1990 and During the harvest and drying of the grapes, conditions were ideal in 1988, which resulted in a very good, though limited quantity of Amarone, which is characterized by high tannins D 1990 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico DOC, Masi... $180 A five star-excellent rated vintage. Perhaps one of the finest aged Amarones available. Truly a treasure! 3000 E 1995 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico DOC, Masi... $175 Very special grapes are allowed to partially dry and raisin before pressing, creating a wine with rich bold concentrated flavors unlike any other F 1998 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico Costasera DOC, Masi... $175 Rich, elegant and full-bodied with beautiful plum-like aromas G 2000 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico Costasera DOC, Masi... $100 Deliciously fresh, with spicy dried fruit and leather character. Medium-bodied, with a tangy, spicy palate and finish I 2004 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico Costasera DOC, Masi 375 ml... $65 Tightly knit, with fresh plum and mineral aromas and flavors. Medium-bodied, with a taut mouthfeel and a clean, crisp finish J 2005 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico Costasera DOC, Masi... $125 Bright and full-bodied on the nose with aromas of preserved cherries and dried plums together with hints of fruits of the forest and cinnamon. Good weight from the alcohol and good structure on the palate, opening out to attractive aromas of cherries and vanilla. Pleasingly long and velvety on the finish O 2010 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico Costasera DOCG, Masi... $95 Powerful, complex aromas of dried plums, with balsamic (anise, fennel, mint) traces. Quite dry and soft with bright acidity, baked cherry, chocolate and cinnamon flavors and structured, noble tannins P 2011 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico Costasera DOCG, Masi... $95 Finely balanced and silky, with the herb, mineral and woodsy spice elements of a more traditional version, bolstered by plenty of ripe wild cherry and dried strawberry fruit. Fresh and medium-bodied, delivering light, dusty tannins on the coffee-tinged finish A 1995 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico Campolongo di Torbe DOC, Masi... $180 The most elegant of Masi s Amarone crus. Characterized by a rounded almondy flavor ( mandorlato ) and by great intensity and balance. 105

110 3005 B 1997 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico Campolongo di Torbe DOC, Masi... $180 Extraordinarily rich, yet ripe fruit aromas, with a scent of walnuts and almonds. Full and concentrated with flavors of sweet spices, coupled with the warmth and softness typical of Amarone C 1998 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico Campolongo di Torbe DOC, Masi... $175 Extraordinarily rich with elegant, ripe fruit aromas with the scent of walnuts and almonds. Full and concentrated with flavors of sweet spices that are supported by a strong structure D 1999 Amarone della Valplicella Classico Campolongo di Torbe DOC, Masi... $180 Deep ruby red color. Intense and complex, yet balanced bouquet offers ripe fruits aromas, together with the recognizable scent of semi-dried grapes E 2000 Amarone della Valplicella Classico Campolongo di Torbe DOC, Masi... $180 An intense and persistent bouquet offers great complexity, passing from semi-sweet sensations of dried red fruits to more fresh and acidic fruits to the sweetness of chocolate and vanilla A 1995 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico Mazzano DOC, Masi... $195 Warm plum and raisin characteristics appear with good structure in this rich, full-bodied wine. Very limited production B 1997 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico Mazzano DOC, Masi... $195 Highly Recommended Aromas of ripe cherry and black cherry as well as plums. The fruit on the palate evolves in licorice and bitter chocolate, with hints of toasted coffee, with a dry and persistent finish C 1999 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico Mazzano DOC, Masi... $ pts. WS Deep ruby color, with pronounced legs. Sensation of elegance. Intense and concentrated scent of ripe cherry and black cherry and a note of cooked plums. Evolves in licorice and bitter chocolate aromas, with a hint of toasted coffee. Finish is incredibly persistent D 2000 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico Mazzano DOC, Masi... $195 An elegant and austere bouquet offers cherry, plums and incense scents. The fruit on the palate evolves in licorice and bitter chocolate aromas, with a hint of toasted coffee. A touch of gianduia chocolate completes the fruity aromas (cherry, plums and wild cherry) in the aftertaste. Its finish is dry and persistent A 1996 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico Serègo Alighieri Vaio Armaron DOC, Masi... $150 Big and raisiny, with loads of exotic dried fruit, toffee and coffee. Full-bodied, with ripe, round tannins and a long, delicious aftertaste B 1997 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico Serègo Alighieri Vaio Armaron DOC, Masi... $130 Aromas of cherries and cooked plums, contributed by its partial aging in cherry wood. Full-bodied, with polished, silky tannins and an elegant, long finish C 1998 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico Serègo Alighieri Vaio Armaron DOC, Masi... $130 Brilliant deep, ruby red color with a bouquet of cherries and cooked plums, with a sweetness on the nose contributed by its partial aging in cherry wood D 1999 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico Serègo Alighieri Vaio Armaron DOC, Masi... $130 Well-balanced and well-integrated, with clean and spicy raisin fruit character. Full-bodied and silky, with just enough of the typical slightly bitter fruit flavor. Long finish. Textbook Amarone. 106

111 3025 A 1988 Amarone Recioto della Valpolicella Classico Superiore DOC, Bertani... $395 This wine has gracefully aged with the class and style of Bertani B 1990 Amarone Recioto della Valpolicella Classico Superiore DOC, Bertani... $325 Elegant touch of oak with powerful ripe red berry fruit. Definitely a collector s delight! 3025 C 1994 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico DOC, Bertani... $325 Rich and full-bodied with an intriguing combination of dried red fruits with bitter notes. A long finish with pleasing bitter note D 1995 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico DOC, Bertani... $325 Generous aroma of freshly picked cherries, mingled with notes of sour cherry and light vanilla with a trace of spiciness E 1996 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico DOC, Bertani... $325 Deep ruby red with aroma of dried cherry, cinnamon, sage, and oak. Medium-full body with excellent concentration F 1997 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico DOC, Bertani... $325 Rich, smooth and wonderfully mouth filling with aromas of ripe red fruits. It has an alluring raisiny flavor, which adds an almost port-like taste G 1998 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico DOC, Bertani... $325 Rich, ample and complex with an amazing capacity for aging, this is truly the classic definition of its type and Italian winemaking at its best! 3025 H 1999 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico DOC, Bertani... $275 A good traditional Amarone, with currant, raisin and a hint of spice. Medium- to full-bodied, with lightly firm tannins I 2000 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico DOC, Bertani... $195 A focused Amarone, with dried cherry and spicy tobacco character. Medium-bodied, with good acidity and a clean, tight finish. Pleasant, even refreshing now, but will age as well J 2001 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico DOC, Bertani... $175 The 2001 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico is a joyous wine to taste. This is a fairly restrained style for Amarone. Although the wine reveals limited complexity, it offers superb overall balance and an irresistible, caressing texture on the palate. The perfumed red cherry fruit is remarkably and the plumpness balances the wine s tannins with notable elegance K 2003 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico DOC, Bertani... $175 The wine is a deep garnet red color. The classical cherry flavors are immediately perceptible to the nose, with the preponderant notes of marasca and plum. The wine presents a great variety of characters: dry fruit, liquorice and spice. The wine opens up in the mouth with all the red-berry fruits L 2004 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico DOC, Bertani... $175 Deep garnet red. Generous aroma of freshly-picked cherries mingled with notes of sour cherries, vanilla and an agreeable trace of spiciness. Dry, full-bodied and amply structured; cherries, red berries and a hint of vanilla lead into a dazzling finish that recalls walnuts and hazelnuts N 2006 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico DOC, Bertani... $175 Classical Amarone in its gargantuan scale and unrelenting power...the richness covers vast territories from black cherry to orange pekoe tea, cola and a long tannic trail of smoke. Designed to age O 2007 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico DOC, Bertani... $175 An elegant version, finely knitting supple tannins and a rich vein of tarry minerality with flavors of dried cherry and fig fruit, dried marjoram, hot stone and bergamot. Offers a lingering, spiced finish. 107

112 Amarone della Valpolicella Valpantena Villa Arvedi DOCG, Bertani... $85 70% Corvina Veronese; 25% Rondinella; 5% Molinara. This Amarone offers dense, deep aromas of raisins, ripe cherries, wild berries and spice. The aromas carry through onto the dry, full-bodied and well structured palate. An approachable Amarone, with vibrant red fruit flavors, soft, supple tannins and a memorable finish Amarone della Valpolicella Valpantena DOCG, Bertani... $85 An intense red color with purplish highlights. On the nose, marked and intense aromas of very ripe cherries, sour cherries, fruits of the forest, spicy and nutty notes typical of the Valpantena. Good followthrough of red fruits on the palate, with supple tannins to give depth A 1988 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico Marano DOC, Boscaini... $235 Firm and focused, with an appealing thread of blueberry and cherry flavors against a background of pepper and earth notes B 1990 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico Marano DOC, Boscaini... $235 Another five star-excellent vintage. Scarlet color interwoven with hints of garnet and crushed velvet. Firm and flavorful with violets and fruit. Will age and grow in flavors and elegance for 25+ years. Complex, with a level of tannin that will insure that it will live to a ripe old age C 1997 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico Marano DOC, Boscaini... $225 Robust and full of berry flavor. Modern, intense and fruity style A 1993 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico Ca de Loi DOC, Boscaini... $175 Truly well-balanced with lush red cherry flavors. Small vineyard in the Marano valley renowned since the Middle Ages for the particular quality of grapes B 1997 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico Ca de Loi DOC, Boscaini... $175 A traditional style Amarone, with raspberry, wild strawberry, fig and spicy aromas and flavors. Full- to medium-bodied, with fine tannins and a fruity, minerally finish Amarone della Valpolicella Classico Riserva DOC Sergio, Zenato... $150 Ruby red in color, this Amarone Riserva offers dense and smokey aromas of dark cherry, raisin, chocolate and tar, framed by fruity tannins and a spicy finish Amarone della Valpolicella Classico DOC, Zenato 375 ml... $50 Aromas of slightly raisiny fruit, spices and wet stone. Full-bodied, with a fresh, fruity palate, a good mineral backbone and a long finish A 1999 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico DOC, Allegrini... $130 A gorgeous Italian red, rich and polished, with intense plum, mint and tanned leather aromas. Mediumto-full-bodied, with velvety tannins and a long, minty, berry and cherry aftertaste D 2010 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico DOCG, Allegrini... $125 An elegant red that seamlessly integrates supple tannins and mouthwatering acidity with a core of plump cherry, fig paste, dried thyme and melted licorice flavors. The long, spiced finish shows a streak of smoky mineral. 1,000 cases imported E 2012 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico DOCG, Allegrini... $125 The vibrancy and harmony keeps this elegant and well-trimmed throughout, with a concentrated core of tarry mineral and flavors of crushed black cherry, dried thyme, mocha and spice. The fine-grained tannins impart density and a lightly chalky texture. 1,300 cases imported Amarone della Valpolicella Classico TB DOC, Bussola... $150 Fantastically hedonistic, giving great velvety richness on the palate and exotic notes of black cherry, cocoa and ash. 108

113 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico Capitel de Roari DOCG, Luigi Righetti... $50 Deep ruby color, dried fruit and almonds with a hint of anise Amarone della Valpolicella Classico DOCG, Tedeschi... $75 A ruby red color with garnet reflections. A fresh bouquet with clear notes of cherry and currants. Good body, well-balanced and harmonic structure Amarone della Valpolicella Classico Corte Brà DOC, Sartori... $75 Intense and vivid garnet color. Rich, velvety, and full-bodied. Powerful notes of ripe berry, plum and cherry. 325 cases imported Amarone della Valpolicella Classico DOCG, Sartori... $70 This wine has good definition in its aromas and flavors. Dark fruit, spices and herbs are all woven together nicely Amarone della Valpolicella Classico DOCG, Marchesi Biscardo... $95 Very deep garnet-red with bright orange highlights. Highly refined, it starts from the spicy, earthy aromas to the ripe, deep cherry, cassis and prune flavors. A combination of power and complexity in a formidable full-bodied style. It recalls leather and chocolate that echoes through the finish, accented by orange peel Amarone della Valpolicella Col de la Bastia DOCG, Fattori... $80 This elegant, spicy version offers ripe flavors of sun-dried black cherry, date and fig paste set on a medium-bodied, lithe frame and backed by clean, mouthwatering acidity. A hint of tarry smoke underscores the fruit while the ground spice details persist on the finish. 200 cases made Amarone della Valpolicella Classico Monte Sant Urbano DOCG, Speri... $130 Floral and spiced, this fresh, elegant version offers an accessible palate of crushed raspberry and cherry fruit, with graphite and aromatic dried herb notes. Offers a subtle finish, structured by chewy tannins Amarone della Valpolicella Classico Punta di Villa DOCG, Mazzi... $85 The color is deep ruby red with aromas of jam, dried flowers, tobacco and chocolate which add to the elegant and velvety taste Amarone della Valpolicella Classico DOCG, Tenuta Santa Maria... $130 The wine has a ruby red color with garnet reflections. The impact of preserved cherry, spices, and dried rose petal lend complexity and elegance to the nose. To the palate, it has warmth and subtlety, well-structured and with a high alcohol content, balanced by velvety tannins and an elegant acidity and freshness. 109

114 Red Wines of Veneto Bin Wine Bottle Brolo di Campofiorin Rosso del Veronese DOC, Masi... $45 Intense with inviting cherry scents, great concentration and balance in the mouth, with velvety and extremely elegant ripe fruit aromas Campofiorin Rosso del Veronese IGT, Masi... $35 Rich, full-bodied ripasso. Round and velvety, combining simplicity and grace with power and majesty Recioto della Valpolicella Casal dei Ronchi DOC, Serègo Alighieri, Masi 500 ml... $60 Perfumes of ripened wild berry fruit and black cherry revealing a delicate sweetness, a pleasant velvety texture, a richness of ripened fruit, raisins and a light floral note Recioto della Valpolicella DOC, Il Roverone 500 ml... $55 Deep ruby red in color with aromas of purple flowers, jam cherries and plums. Strong and harmonious on the palate Palazzo della Torre IGT, Allegrini... $35 A delicious, fruity, exuberant, zesty Valpolicella offers notes of black cherries intermixed with crushed almonds and dried herbs Rosso Veronese Secco Bertani IGT, Bertani... $35 Intense red wine with hints of violet. Aromas of blueberry, chocolate, nuts and aromatic herbs with round and fresh complex flavors of cherry and licorice. Long silky finish Valpolicella Ripasso Valpantena Secco Bertani DOC, Bertani... $45 Deep red with aromas of blackberry, black current and cherry. It is full, complex and round with lovely flavors of cherry, licorice and a lingering finish Recioto IGT, Bertani 500 ml... $50 80% Corvina Veronese; 20% Rondinella. This classic dessert wine is made from carefully selected, fully ripened grapes that, following harvest, are partially dried on traditional straw mats for up to 150 days to concentrate the sugars. Its compelling fragrance mingles classic notes of prune, raspberry, spice, hay and cocoa. Full-bodied, rich and enjoyably sweet. The residual sugar is perfectly balanced against a backbone of fruit and fine tannins, with lingering flavors of wild berries, chocolate and licorice Valpolicella Ripasso Classico Superiore DOC, Tenuta Santa Maria... $55 With notes reminiscent of the Amarone, the wine is a vivid ruby red color. At the nose, intense hints of cherry, blueberry, licorice and lingering accents of cinnamon and pepper. At the palate, soft and warm structured velvet tannins and a very balanced acidity. Long finish with fruity sensations. 110

115 Carmenere Più IGT, Inama... $50 Più means more in Italian and there s more than just Carmenere in this typical blend from the Colli Berici, a line of gently rolling volcanic hills in Italy s north-east. Merlot is a civilising influence, the plumy accent and refined tannins marry well with a touch of French oak. 60% Carmenere, 30% Merlot and 10% Raboso Veronese Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso DOC, Marchesi Biscardo... $40 Ruby-red with orange highlights. An elegant and complex nose showing ripe berries and flowers. Full-bodied and soft, with lovely velvety tannins and a long finish Merlot DOC, Barone Fini... $30 This Flavors of rich, ripe cherries and plums are enriched by the smooth, deep, well-structured background. A beautifully balanced wine with a long, velvety fi nish Recioto di Soave Motto Piano DOCG, Fattori 500 ml... $60 This floral Soave offers a subtle mix of pippin apple, verbena, stone and cream, with mouthwatering acidity and a spicy underpinning. 200 cases made Valpolicella Classico Superiore Rafaèl DOC, Tommasi... $35 Intense ruby red in color, on the nose has dried spices perfumes, with accents of leather and cherry flavors. The taste is fairly intense, spicy with sweet cherry flavors. Well balanced and pleasantly tannic. White / Rosé Wines of Veneto Bin Wine Bottle Due Uve IGT, Bertani... $35 An assertive blend of Sauvignon Blanc and Pinot Grigio with dusty elderflower and a lemon nose. On the palate, light peach with a lime edge Soave DOC, Tamellini... $30 Straw yellow color with intense fragrance, flowery and fruity, with an almond note on the finish San Vincenzo IGT, Anselmi... $30 #60 Top 100 Wines 2016 Crisp and pure on the nose, with scents of minerals, apple, banana and lemon blossoms. The palate is medium-bodied, dry and fresh, with notes of citrus fruit, pear, grapefruit and hints of hazelnut Bertarose Rosé Chiaretto IGT, Bertani... $30 A lychee-pink color. Fresh aromas of pomegranate and redcurrants with notes of white flowers. Decisive on the palate, good body and good balance between acidity and tanginess. Excellent length. 111

116 Red Wines of Trentino / Friuli / Basilicata / Puglia / Molise / Calabria Bin Wine Bottle Refosco dal Perduncolo Rosso Superiore DOC, Valpanera (Friuli Venezia Giulia) $35 100% Refosco dal Peduncolo Rosso. This wine spends a brief time in stainless steel vats, and after malolactic fermentation is finished rests 8 months in French oak barrels. The color is ruby red tending towards garnet with scents of blackberries and spices, this is a full-bodied wine with a long finish Refosco dal Perduncolo Rosso Riserva DOC, Valpanera (Friuli Venezia Giulia)... $55 100% Refosco dal Peduncolo Rosso. This reserve wine spends a brief time in stainless steel vats until finishing malolactic fermentation when its then transferred into French oak barrels to rest for 18 months. The perfect ruby red color highlights a complex and ethereal bouquet filled with aromas of tobacco and coffee. It exhibits a well-rounded palate with excellent structure, perfectly balanced tannins and a long finish Schioppettino DOC, Traverso (Friuli-Venezia Giulia)... $45 Saturated ruby-red in color, tending towards purple, this wine is densely packed with scents of rich berries, in particular raspberry and blueberry. Intense fruit on the palate release to reveal a slightly forward acidity; a gorgeous integration of layered flavors Merlot Vistorta DOC, Conte Brandolini (Friuli-Venezia Giulia)... $40 Remarkable freshness combined with an elevated concentration of fruit with hints of spice. Highly structured, mellow and elegant Molise Rosso Ramitello DOC, di Majo Norante (Molise)... $30 Made from 80% Prugnolo (the local name of Sangiovese) and 20% Aglianico. Intensely ruby-red in color with violet hues. Ramitello offers subtle scents of plums, cherries, blackberry, boysenberry, spices and vanilla. On the palate, Ramitello is full-bodied and lush yet velvety with a perfect balance between the supple flavors of wild berries and the pleasing acidity. Soft tannins frame an elegant and long finish with spice and licorice aromas Pinot Noir DOC, Bottega Vinaia (Trentino)... $35 This Pinot Nero is soft and inviting with a mix of ripe red fruit and hints of sour cherry to make the mouth water. It is medium-bodied, smooth and velvety, with a gorgeous clarity to the finish Lagrein DOC, Bottega Vinaia (Trentino)... $40 A uniquely dark, complex, velvety smooth red produced with the varietal grape of the same name (pronounced La-GRINE). A lush wine with a compelling bouquet of berries and floral notes, with the faintest hint of vanilla, evolves with a firm, assured finish Primitivo Sasseo IGT, Altemura (Puglia)... $35 Sasseo (pronounced Sah-say-oh) is a whimsical name. It is derived from the Italian word sasso, meaning stone; this name refers to the abundance of limestone in the area, which creates a reflective quality in the vineyards Negro Amaro IGT, Feudo di San Nicola (Puglia)... $35 Negro Amaro literally means Black and Bitter. This wine shows intense ruby red color with violet highlights. On the nose it is complex and elegant with plums, spices and cherries. It has soft tannins with a warm black liquorice aftertaste Aglianico del Vulture DOC, Piano del Cerro (Basilicata)... $55 Deep red color with jammy notes of blackberry and black currant, combined with spicy notes and balsamic. Structured wine with a balsamic and persistent finish. 112

117 Sorso Basilicata IGT, Paternoster (Basilicata)... $35 Born by a young, daily and light-hearted idea of tasting the Aglianico wine, sorso dopo sorso sip by sip. Ruby lively color, flowers and red fruits scent. Smooth, fruity, extremely pleasant to the palate Gaglioppo IGT, Statti (Calabria)... $35 This 100% Gaglioppo is a gorgeous unoaked wine. It is a delicate, silky red laced with ripe berries, tobacco and spices. Expressive, sweet aromatics are laced throughout, adding complexity and nuance on the long, lingering finish. White Wines of Trentino / Friuli / Liguria Bin Wine Bottle Chardonnay Vigneti delle Dolomiti IGT, Mezzacorona (Trentino)... $25 Straw-yellow in color, pleasant fragrance, fruity, fine, distinctively dry flavor, harmonic and lightly aromatic Müller Thurgau DOC, Kettmeir (Trentino Alto Adige)... $45 Pale straw-yellow color with an intense, reasonably aromatic nose showing notes of nutmeg, nettle and white peach. Fresh, full, agreeable, lengthy palate Pinot Grigio DOC, Barone Fini (Trentino Valdadige)... $30 Soft, round fruit fi lls the mouth with ripe, juicy fl avors. A long fi nish glides into fl avors of ripe apples and lichee nuts Pinot Grigio DOC, Bottega Vinaia (Trentino)... $30 A limited production estate-bottled, single vineyard Pinot Grigio. Setting a new standard for elite, premium white wines, Bottega Vinaia is exceptionally fragrant with intense aromas uncommon in a Pinot Grigio Gewürztraminer Trentino DOC, Bottega Vinaia (Trentino)... $40 Elegant and structured, well-balanced and almost creamy. Long lasting notes of rose, dried apricot and pineapple Pinot Grigio Trentino Superior DOC, Infiné 1939 (Trentino)... $70 Intense pale straw yellow color with fruity aromas on the nose reminiscent of green apple and pear enhanced with mineral and citrus notes. A wine of substantial structure and complexity with a particularly high acidity for the variety and astounding sapidity and minerality. A full-bodied Pinot Grigio Pinot Grigio IGT, Jermann (Friuli Venezia Giulia)... $40 Intense straw yellow with a delicate shade of rose; the bouquet is ample, fruity and intense, with excellent persistence. On the palate, full body, mellow and especially well balanced W Dreams Bianco IGT, Jermann (Friuli Venezia Giulia)... $125 Where Dreams Can Happen. This gorgeous Chardonnay has apple tart on the nose, with cream and caramel undertones. Full-bodied, with lots of mango and pineapple. Long and very flavorful, yet racy and fresh Marea Cinque Terre Bianco DOC, Bisson (Liguria)... $55 A blend of several traditional local grape varieties 60% Bosco, 20% Vermentino and 20% Albarola. A fullbodied, earthy wine of immense character, almost briny, with a deeper golden tint to its color and marked by the aromas of heather, broom and juniper. 113

118 Red Wines of Umbria / Lazio / Abruzzo Bin Wine Bottle Sagrantino di Montefalco DOCG, Paolo Bea (Umbria)... $170 Deep plummy fruit with leathery spicy overtones and rich black fruit. From Umbria s definitive producer of this unique varietal Sagrantino di Montefalco DOCG, Paolo Bea (Umbria)... $ % Sagrantino. Warm rich chocolatey red with abounding earthy notes and candied raspberries. The Pride of the Bea Estate Rubesco Rosso di Torgiano Riserva Monticchio DOCG, Lungarotti (Umbria)... $140 Rubesco is based vaguely on the word rubescheri, which means to blush with health and joy. Intense ruby red, with delicate and enveloping bouquet, its flavor is full and generous with harmonious and balanced structure Rubesco Rosso di Torgiano DOC, Lungarotti (Umbria)... $35 Intense ruby red color with a bouquet of warm red berries, beautifully balanced flavors and a warm and elegant body San Giorgio IGT, Lungarotti (Umbria)... $140 The color is an intense and brilliant garnet red with a full body taste and solid structure, long in the mouth, rich and velvety. The aging potential is over 30 years San Giorgio IGT, Lungarotti (Umbria)... $70 Medium garnet with an orange rim. Initial floral burst fades to balanced scents of stewed fruit, anise, earth and cedar. Lean, earthy flavors of raspberry, orange peel and baking spice have soft tannins and still vibrant acidity. Just a touch of sweet fruit livens the dryish finish Sagrantino di Montefalco DOCG, Scacciadiavoli (Umbria)... $60 #66 Wine Spectator Top This finely balanced Sagrantino layers creamy tannins with a pretty array of raspberry ganache, fig cake and dried sage flavors, accented by aromatic hints of rose petal and spice. Elegant and lightly juicy, with a subtle mineral streak that gains momentum on the finish. Drink now through ,000 cases made Rosso di Montefalco DOC, Scacciadiavoli (Umbria)... $35 Sangiovese 60%, Merlot 25%, Sagrantino 15% Intense ruby red color. Ample, elegant and with hints of cherry, soft and voluminous taste Vitiano Rosso IGT, Falesco (Umbria)... $25 Deep ruby red in color, offering a wide range of fruit and spice aromas, including black cherry jam, licorice and tobacco leaf Merlot Montiano IGT, Falesco (Umbria)... $75 It has a wonderful, deep, ruby red colour, a wide aromatic range of scents in which delicious vanilla notes, small red fruit, layers of jam and sweet spices combine. The taste appears to have a full aristocratic roundness and softness, with quite elegant, agreeable and lingering flavors Pomele Aleatico IGT, Falesco (Lazio) 500 ml... $40 Dark ruby red in color, slightly sweet but clean and fresh, Pomele is the ultimate dessert wine. Best served with fruit, light pastries, and crostata (Italian fruit jam pie). 114

119 Sagrantino di Montefalco Carapace DOC, Tenuta Lunelli (Umbria)... $50 This stunning offering is aged in large casks that soften the wine but don t add wood tannins to Sagrantino s naturally tannic backbone. It opens with an intensely balsamic fragrance of Mediterranean herbs, mint and berry accompanied by delicious blackberry, white pepper and cinnamon flavors. The wine boasts fantastic depth and will develop even more complexity over time Montepulciano d Abruzzo DOC, Niro (Abruzzo)... $30 Intense ruby red with violet and purple nuances. Red fruit, mulberry and sour cherry preserve aromas with notes of vanilla, cocoa, leather, licorice and black pepper. Rich and full-bodied on the palate, with long lingering taste and ripe, balanced tannins Montepulciano d Abruzzo Riserva DOC, La Quercia (Abruzzo)... $40 The nose is filled with bright red berries and fruits, spicy raspberry, vanilla bean, cherry liqueur, incense with a touch of cedar and sweet florals. The ripe fruit theme carries over to the palate but is supported by excellent structure; the tannins are broad but balanced, light acidity ruminates throughout. White Wines of Umbria / Marche / Abruzzo Bin Wine Bottle Vitiano Bianco IGT, Falesco (Umbria)... $25 A delightful and fresh balance with 50% Vermentino and 50% Verdicchio grapes that offers a rich bouquet of fresh herbs, lime and ripe pears Orvieto Classico Superiore DOC, Rocca delle Macìe (Umbria)... $25 A lovely, savory estate-grown white wine, loaded with character and a well-rounded, delightfully nutty flavor Grechetto di Montefalco DOC, Scacciadiavoli (Umbria)... $35 Montefalco Grechetto doc is a dry wine with a range of lively aromas on the nose and in the mouth. Sweet fruit, white and yellow flowers and a good acidity keep it alive and persistent Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi Carpeneto DOC, Vallerosa Bonci (Marche)... $35 Verdicchio is the name of the grape variety and is grown only in the Marche Region. It is straw-yellow in color with greenish highlights. It has an intense and delicate nose that is tightly focused with citrus and lemon aromas. It is dry, fresh and slightly fruity Pecorino IGT, Niro (Abruzzo)... $25 100% Pecorino with pale straw color with greenish tint. Refreshing tropical fruit, sage and floral notes. Full-bodied with impressive structure, complexity and a lingering mineral finish. 115

120 Red Wines of Campania Bin Wine Bottle Irpinia Naturalis Historia IGT, Mastroberardino... $145 Intense ruby red with orange reflections. Highly structured durable wine. The beautiful aging of this wine enhances the persistent bouquet of violets and red berries. This is a favorite of the Noto family! Irpinia Naturalis Historia IGT, Mastroberardino... $95 An intense, ruby red wine that releases full aromas of violets, berries, chocolate, and tobacco. Smooth and perfectly structured with characteristic flavors of plum, bitter cherry, raspberry, strawberry jam, spices, and black pepper. 85% Aglianico grapes and 15% Piedirosso grapes Taurasi Radici DOCG, Mastroberardino... $75 A full ruby red wine, with an intense bouquet reminiscent of violets and berries. Elegant and smooth. Displays distinct flavors of plum, bitter cherry, strawberry jam and black pepper. 100% Aglianico Aglianico Irpinia Serpico IGT, Feudi di San Gregorio... $135 Intense, persistent bouquet of rich wild cherries, toasted oak and warm vanilla. Soft, dense and well-balanced Aglianico Irpinia Serpico IGT, Feudi di San Gregorio... $ pts. WS Highly Recommended Impenetrable and inky, staggeringly rich in both aroma and flavor. Ultra-ripe but perfectly fresh berry fruit, cloves, cinnamon, and chocolate, and mouth-coating, deep-pile tactile sensations which combine iron power and an enveloping, voluptuous texture, infinitely deep and long Aglianico Irpinia Serpico IGT, Feudi di San Gregorio... $135 A sturdy, chewy Aglianico, with bright berry fruit, mingled with floral, mineral and sweet tobacco notes. Medium- to full-bodied, with an intense bead of fruit, firm young tannins and a long, ultraclean mineral finish Aglianico Irpinia Serpico IGT, Feudi di San Gregorio... $135 The dark and brooding flavors of brambly berry, underbrush, aged balsamic vinegar and black licorice are underscored by a rich note of tarry smoke in this burly red. The muscular tannins clamp down on the finish Irpinia Pàtrimo IGT, Feudi di San Gregorio... $195 Deep ruby red with aromas of blackberries, truffles, minerals and spice. Exceptionally full, velvety and complex, with sweet fruit, fine tannins and a balanced, lingering finish. 660 cases made Irpinia Pàtrimo IGT, Feudi di San Gregorio... $195 A rare and outstanding red from Campania s most progressive wine producer. Intense color, with crushed black fruit, black olive, polished oak and minerals. Full-bodied, with fine and firm tannins and a long, minerally finish. 116

121 Aglianco di Taurasi DOCG, Feudi di San Gregorio... $65 A rich bouquet recalling ripe blackberries and raspberries is accented by elements of spice. Full-bodied and well-balanced with flavors of plum, black cherry and licorice Aglianico Irpinia Rubrato IGT, Feudi di San Gregorio... $35 100% Aglianico that possesses black cherry and blackberry fruit with earth, licorice, and smoke in the background A 2004 Terra di Lavoro IGT, Galardi... $150 A purple opaque color and lovely ripe black cherry fruit, oak, and smoky aromas on the nose. On the palate it is elegant, with highly concentrated fruit, a lush modern feel, beautiful balance and big tannins B 2010 Terra di Lavoro Roccamonfina IGT, Galardi... $120 Deep purple in color, smoky aromas of earth and black fruits complement undertones of tobacco and graphite. On the palate, the wine is expressive and rich with ripe tannins and integrated alcohol. White Wines of Campania Bin Wine Bottle Greco di Tufo DOCG, Feudi di San Gregorio... $45 Delicate scents of ripe apricots, apples, fern and mint. Dry on the palate, well balanced, fresh with a slightly bitter aftertaste of almond Fiano di Avellino DOCG, Feudi di San Gregorio... $40 Complex yet subtle wine. Pretty aromas of sliced apples and limes Irpinia Campanaro IGT, Feudi di San Gregorio... $65 85% Fiano di Avellino and 15% Greco di Tufo. Complex aromas of exotic fruit, honey, almond and spice evolve in the bouquet. Full-bodied and concentrated. An aristocratic wine of great structure and balance Falanghina Sannio DOC, Feudi di San Gregorio... $35 Pale gold with green nuances. Elegant aromas of apple, banana and pineapple. Medium-bodied with a lingering aftertaste of citrus and minerals. 117

122 White Wine of Emilia-Romagna Bin Wine Bottle Pignoletto Colli d Imola DOP, Le Siepe de San Giovanni... $25 Straw yellow wine with greenish reflections with a strong aroma and great internal harmony but, at the same time, lively. Fresh and pleasant finish. Red Wines of Lombardia / Emilia-Romagna Bin Wine Bottle Sfursat, 5 Stelle DOC, Nino Negri (Valtellina/Lombardia)... $90 Elegant Nebbiolo with dried raisins and plum on the palate Sfursat Carlo Negri Valtellina DOCG, Nino Negri (Valtelina/Lombardia)... $75 Sfursat comes from a selection of the finest Valtellina grapes subject to natural raisining. The resulting wine is particularly robust and strong; it is only produced in the most favorable years and in limited quantities Inferno DOC, Nino Negri (Valtellina /Lombardia)... $35 Rich black cherry and cassis aromas with lush tannins and an elegant finish Sangue di Giuda Paradiso DOC, Bruno Verdi (Lombardia)... $35 A blend of Uva Rara, Croatina and Barbera. Elegant sweet red displaying a fresh lively spritz. Served with a chill, this wine could be consumed before or after dinner Bonarda dell Oltrepo Pavese DOC, Mazzolino (Lombardia)... $30 Made exclusively from Croatina grapes locally referred to as Bonarda. It has a strong ruby-red color with bright purplish highlights. On the nose it is stylish and candid with overtones of small red fruits, blackberries and ripe cherries. On the palate straightaway it has goodly tannins typical of the variety, which add structure and complexity, leaving a good almond aftertaste Pinot Nero Terrazze Provincia di Pavia IGT, Mazzolino (Lombardia)... $30 This Pinot Noir has an intense ruby-red color with purplish highlights. The aroma is vinous, fruity and lingering with hints of violets, blackberries and ripe cherries. On the palate it is full, soft, harmonious and slightly spicy with pleasant overtones of ripe red fruits. 118

123 Pinot Nero Noir Oltrepò Pavese DOC, Mazzolino (Lombardia)... $75 Broad and profound bouquet highlighting the nest Pinot Noir varietal character: an intricate mix of raspberry, pomegranate, tree bark, earth and white pepper. Evolves into curry spice and tart red cherry Thea Sangiovese di Romagna Superiore Riserva DOC, Tre Monti (Emilia-Romagna)... $45 This is a very complex wine with the presence of vanilla from the French oak in the aromas and flavors but plenty of ripe red luscious fruit to achieve excellent balance. Showing bright aromas of fresh red cherry along with tar and tobacco. Red Wines of Sicilia Bin Wine Bottle Noà Sicilia IGT, Cusumano... $80 One of Sicily s most exciting new wines reminiscent of France s great Bordeaux. Rich cassis and plum on the palate Nero d Avola Sagana Sicilia IGT, Cusumano... $70 Sagana and Nero d Avola add mint and graphite to the sweet black currant fruit on the nose and shows soft, round, and substantial flavors with plush, melting tannins on its finish. Already drinking well, it should last another three to four years Nero d Avola Terre Siciliane IGT, Cusumano... $25 Fruit driven with light spice and creaminess on the finish. Its unmistakable personality is a combination of black cherry and strawberry preserves and juniper berries on the nose A 2002 Nero d Avola Saia Terre Sicilia IGT, Feudo Maccari... $60 Big and stylish with baked, spicy black fruit with plum and chocolate on the mid-palate. Finishes with some raisin and earthy characteristics B 2003 Nero d Avola Saia Terre Sicilia IGT, Feudo Maccari... $55 A solid red with chocolate, berry and vanilla character and a hint of cocoa. Medium- to full-bodied, with chewy tannins and a long finish D 2008 Nero d Avola Saia Terre Sicilia IGT, Feudo Maccari... $50 90pts. WS A spicy red, featuring crushed black cherry, blackberry and plum notes that carry hints of melted licorice, vanilla bean, incense and earth through to the slightly grippy finish E 2009 Nero d Avola Saia Terre Sicilia IGT, Feudo Maccari... $50 90pts. WS A dark Nero, packed with layers of baking spice, plum skin, fig paste and maduro tobacco. A modern style, with a long aftertaste of spice and berries F 2010 Nero d Avola Saia Terre Sicilia IGT, Feudo Maccari... $50 Lush, deep aromas and flavors of dark and sour red cherries, spearmint, spice and oak. Palate flavors are velvety, plush, and concentrated, balanced by fine acidity and ripe, sweet tannins, before a long finish. 119

124 4410 G 2011 Nero d Avola Saia Terre Sicilia IGT, Feudo Maccari... $50 Rich smoke and tarry earth notes support the dried currant, espresso, plum sauce and seared mushroom flavors, with sculpted tannins. Fresh and focused, offering a savory finish of herb and spice H 2012 Nero d Avola Saia Terre Siciliana IGT, Feudo Maccari... $50 Wonderful aromas of dried cherry, mineral, chestnut and smoke follow through to a full body with velvety tannins and a long finish. Nutty and fruity. Hints of milk chocolate too I 2014 Nero d Avola Saia IGT, Feudo Maccari... $50 A harmonious, medium-bodied red that layers fine tannins with a creamy mix of crushed black cherry, dried marjoram, orange peel and ground anise flavors. A lasting mineral note marks the elegant finish Mahâris IGT, Feudo Maccari... $90 94 pts. WS Mahâris presents a ruby red color with purple reflections. On the Nose balsamic notes mix with cocoa and coffee. In the mouth we taste the balsamic notes that we found in the bouquet with soft tannins that envelop the palate. The aftertaste gives spicy, smoky notes that make this wine pleasant and unforgettable Nero d Avola IGT, Feudo Maccari... $25 With a dark red ruby color this wine shows expressive red berry arromas with herbal and fruity notes. On the palate, the flavors are structured and given balance by bright, cleansing acidity, a charateristic of Nero d Avola grown in this area. Planeta s Invisible Winery in Noto, Sicilia The Feudo Maccari Winery La Segreta Rosso Siciliana DOC, Planeta... $35 Ruby red with a lovely purple hue. Very fresh fruit explodes with notes of red currant, mulberry, raspberry and cooked prune blended with cacao and toasted coffee Merlot Siciliana DOC, Planeta... $60 Intense red with strong ruby hue. Refined scents of black currant, ripe prune and violet with a breath of mint chocolate and penetrating balsamic notes of sage and bay leaves Syrah Siciliana DOC, Planeta... $60 Fruity, reminiscent of red berries, strawberries, cherries, figs, ginger and fruit drops. Very distinctive, best highlights the characteristics of the terroir Burdese Siciliana DOC, Planeta... $65 Rich and concentrated. Berries mingle with black cherries with hints of leather, salt water and cacao together with earthy and mineral notes. The structured bouquet is spicy and balsamic Cerasuolo di Vittoria DOCG, Planeta... $40 Intense ruby red with pink hues, typical of wines produced in the Vittoria area of Sicily. Fruity, reminiscent of red berries, strawberries, cherries, figs, ginger and fruit drops. The palate is supple, vibrant and wonderfully fresh, with a long finish. 120

125 Nero d Avola Santa Cecilia Noto DOC, Planeta... $60 Lively and characteristic of Nero d Avola grown in the Noto area of Sicily: aromas of plums, berries, licorice and carob predominate. The taste spreads outwards from the centre of the palate, filling the mouth with its balanced texture and distinctive and pleasurable tang Nero d Avola Noto DOC, Planeta... $45 Intense, alluring aromas of exoctic spice and ripe red fruit takes center stage in this fragrant, polished red. The elegantly structured palate offers juicy cherry, crushed raspberry, cinnamon and white pepper, framed by silky tannins that give it a smooth mouth feel Dorilli Cerasuolo di Vittoria Classico DOCG, Planeta... $50 70% Nero d Avola and 30% Frappato make up this complex wine produced in the Vittoria area. Aromas of red cherry, strawberry, sour cherry preserve and pears with soft and balanced fine tannins Nerello Mascalese Eruzione 1614 Etna Rosso IGT, Planeta... $60 100% Nerello Mascalese grapes are hand selected from the heart of Sicily s Mt. Etna viticulture. The eruption of 1614 is legendary for having lasted ten years. This is a bright lively wine with compact elegant tannins. Wild berry and black currant on the palate mix with notes of incense and beeswax Etna Rosso DOC, Planeta... $40 This 100% Nerello Mascalese has expressive, intense fruit notes along with more complex aromas of forest floor, myrtle and sweet spice Honoris Causa IGT, Brugnano... $50 75% Nero d Avola and 25% Syrah grapes reveals notes of cherry, blackberry and mulberry with remarkable complexity; on the palate it is spicy, luscious, all-embracing and velvety Zisola Doppiozeta Noto Rosso DOC, Mazzei... $85 A ripe, balanced red, with notes of game and mesquite accenting the ripe blackberry and plum fruit. Silky tannins add weight and definition, as hints of grilled herb and iron linger on the finish. Nero d Avola, Syrah and Cabernet Franc Zisola Nero d Avola Noto Rosso DOC, Mazzei... $45 #89 Top 100 Wines of 2015 This Sicilian red is deep purple in color, with aromas of wild berries and spice. Rich flavors of blackberry and dark cherry unfold on the palate, accented by notes of violet, pepper and exotic spices Zisola Effe Emme Sicilia IGT, Mazzei... $75 This Petit Verdot has aromas of graphite and spice accent the rich black cherry pâte de fruit and crème de cassis flavors, finely knit with supple tannins and notes of fig bread, smoke, bay leaf and loamy earth. Medium- to full-bodied and fresh, with an aromatic finish. Drink now through cases made Il Passo IGT, Vigneti Zabù... $35 70% Nerello Mascalese & 30% Nero d Avola. Bright ruby red, with a vivid, aroma of red fruits, spices and red flowers. Warm, full, soft and well-balanced, with aftertaste of red fruits on the finish. The Noto s Wine Vault built in

126 White Wines of Sicilia Bin Wine Bottle Insolia Terre Siciliane IGT, Cusumano... $25 A beautiful floral nose with hints of butter followed by a showering of tropical fruit and soft elegant creaminess on the finish. A great alternative to Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio. Diego Cusumano Pinot Nero 2007 New Crates La Segreta Bianco Sicilia DOC, Planeta... $35 An aromatic bouquet of green citrus fruits, bergamot, peach and melon. The finish is lively and aromatic Chardonnay Sicilia Menfi DOC, Planeta... $60 Golden yellow with bright greenish hues. Rich, intense, fruity. Peach mousse, black figs, rose and vanilla cream. Overtones of hazelnut with a hint of orange blossom honey. The wood is delicate and hidden beneath the fruit fragrances. Soft, strong, extremely warm. Its wonderful balance is held by a powerful streak of acidity Cometa Sicilia Menfi DOC, Planeta... $60 An intense, luscious Fiano with aromas of white peach, pineapple, tangerine and peppermint. Both elegant and full, the finish is rich in flavor and varietal character, with notable length Carricante Eruzione 1614 Etna Sicilia DOC, Planeta... $60 Planeta set out to make a great white wine on the volcanic slopes of Mt. Etna using the indigenous Carricante grape. The results are chiseled and clean, with pristine aromas of zesty citrus, herbal nuances and rain-soaked slate roof Bianco Etna DOC, Planeta... $40 The Carricante grapes from Etna always give us great satisfaction as the combination of black sand and altitude provide distinct aromas and three dimensional flavors with notes of white acacia flowers, fresh almonds and mountain peaches. On the palate it is juicy and full of hints of yellow plums and prickly pear Zisola Azisa DOC, Mazzei... $35 50% Grillo, 50% Catarratto. Fresh with floral and citrus notes. Pleasantly dry finish marked by mineral notes and firm acidity. 122

127 Red Wines of Sardegna Bin Wine Bottle Cannonau Riserva DOC, Tenuta Sella & Mosca... $25 100% Cannonau with intense scents of violet. Well-rounded with plummy flavors Perdera Isola dei Nuraghi IGT, Argiolas... $30 A blend of 90% Monica, 5% Carignano and 5% Bovale Sardo grown in the Perdera vineyard. Persistent aromas of ripened cherry, cassis, black pepper carry through to the palate and are followed by sweet hints of chocolate and firm tannins Cabernet Sauvignon Marchese di Villamarina DOC, Tenuta Sella & Mosca... $95 A four-time winner of Gambero Rosso s prestigious Tre Bicchiere designation, an accolade reserved for the finest Italian wines. Majestic, richly textured, bursting with concentrated fruit Terre Rare Carignano del Sulcis Riserva DOC, Tenuta Sella & Mosca... $40 100% Carignano with ruby red color and a nose that suggests vanilla and well-articulated fruit. Harvested from old bush-trained vines in the harsh, dry conditions of the Sulcis district on the southwestern Sardinian coast. Aged for three years in oak barrels, with a palate that is fruit forward and lightly spicy, medium bodied with complexity on the finish Alghero Tanca Farrà DOC, Tenuta Sella & Mosca... $40 A unique 50/50 Cabernet/Cannonau blend from Sardinia s premier wine estate, which many experts regard as one of the most magnificent wine properties in Europe. A sensational red, graceful and full-bodied, with softly restrained tannins Carignano Del Sulcis Riserva Rocca Rubia DOC, Cantina Santadi... $70 Deep, almost solid ruby red. Intense fruity notes of blackberry, blueberry, vanilla, myrtle, leather and licorice. Big and velvety, great structure and long aromatic finish, a full-bodied wine Valli di Porto Pino Shardana IGT, Cantina Santadi... $50 85% Carignano and 15% Shiraz with some vines over 100 years old, all rare, pre-phylloxera stock. The color is a deep, deep purple with ruby reflections indicating concentration, intensity, complexity. Its black cherry notes are ripely confirmed on the nose, where fruit, leather and game are laced with subtle spice. On the palate, lingering aromas of overripe cherries, well-integrated oak and spices, soft, smooth texture and layered structure, very long finish. 123

128 White Wines of Sardegna Bin Wine Bottle Vermentino La Cala DOC, Tenuta Sella & Mosca... $30 Enticingly perfumed, delightfully buoyant, with elegant fruit flavors. Known throughout Italy and to European connoisseurs as one of Italy s most dazzling wine estates Vermentino di Gallura Monteoro DOCG, Tenuta Sella & Mosca... $45 Deep, star-bright straw with lemony hints. Subtle and flowery on the nose, with prevailing fruit-like notes emerging from the complex aromatic texture Terre Bianche Torbato di Alghero DOC, Tenuta Sella & Mosca... $35 100% Torbato, a singular grape introduced to Italy several centuries ago from Spain. Fresh, crisp and flavorful, with a naturally assertive and pleasing acidity, complemented by nuances of vanilla derived from the oak aging. Dessert Wines Bin Wine Bottle Moscato di Asti I Vignaioli di S. Stefano DOCG, Ceretto (Piemonte) 750 ml.. $ Moscato di Asti I Vignaioli di S. Stefano DOCG, Ceretto (Piemonte) 375 ml.. $22 A floral scented, lightly effervescent wine. Enjoy with or without a meal but perfect with dessert Moscato d Asti DOCG, Massolino (Piemonte)... $35 The slightly sweet wine offers up loads of pineapple, honeysuckle, peach and mango notes. The residual sugar is just sufficient to give it a nice, off-dry character and the slight effervescence provides freshness and uplift Passito di Noto DOC, Planeta (Sicilia) 500 ml... $60 Dense notes of dried apricots, mango, orange peel, plums, dates, pistachio and vanilla cream. Sweetness predominates but, thanks to a lively acidity, it has a voluptuous and pleasingly lingering finish in the mouth. And the Noto family is happy to represent this wine as if it were our own Rosa Regale Brachetto d Aqui DOCG, Banfi (Piemonte) 750 ml... $ Rosa Regale Brachetto d Aqui DOCG, Banfi (Piemonte) 375 ml... $ Rosa Regale Brachetto d Aqui DOCG, Banfi (Piemonte) 187ml... $9 Aromatic with hints of rose petals, this soft and elegant wine with a slight frizzante has flavors of strawberries, raspberries and almonds. 124

129 Vin Santo DOC, Rocca di Montegrossi (Toscana) 375 ml... $ pts. WS A full-bodied, viscous wine with exotic aromatics and complex layers of spices, flowers, raisins, prunes and maple syrup Vin Santo del Chianti Lunanuova VdT, Monastero (Toscana) 375 ml... $95 Pleasant Vin Santo, with mixed dried fruit and caramel character. Dense and sweet, with a silky mouthfeel and a long, well-balanced finish. 100 cases made Passito Colori d Autunno IGT, Tenuta Sant Antonio (Veneto) 375 ml... $75 80% Chardonnay and 20% Garganega. Fruity, apricot and quince, cocoa, honey, pineapple and dried fruits with floral shades of iris and orange blossom Recioto della Valpolicella Casal dei Ronchi DOC, Serègo Alighieri, Masi (Veneto) 500 ml... $60 Perfumes of ripened wild berry fruit and black cherry, the palate reveals a delicate sweetness, a pleasant velvety texture, a richness of ripened fruit and raisins and a light floral note Recioto della Valpolicella DOC, Il Roverone (Veneto) 500 ml... $55 Deep ruby red in color with aromas of purple flowers, jam cherries and plums. Strong and harmonious on the palate Recioto della Valpolicella Valpantena DOC, Bertani (Veneto) 500 ml... $50 80% Corvina Veronese; 20% Rondinella. This classic dessert wine is made from carefully selected, fully ripened grapes that, following harvest, are partially dried on traditional straw mats for up to 150 days to concentrate the sugars. Its compelling fragrance mingles classic notes of prune, raspberry, spice, hay and cocoa. Full-bodied, rich and enjoyably sweet. The residual sugar is perfectly balanced against a backbone of fruit and fine tannins, with lingering flavors of wild berries, chocolate and licorice Recioto di Soave Motto Piano DOCG, Fattori (Veneto) 500ml... $60 This floral Soave offers a subtle mix of pippin apple, verbena, stone and cream, with mouthwatering acidity and a spicy underpinning. 200 cases made Pomele Aleatico IGT, Falesco (Lazio) 500 ml... $40 Dark ruby red in color, slightly sweet but clean and fresh, Pomele is the ultimate dessert wine. Best served with fruit, light pastries, and crostata (Italian fruit jam pie). 125

130 Large Format Bottles Bin Wine Bottle 15 A N.V. Brut Trento DOC, Ferrari 1.5 Liter... $95 This metodo classico sparkling wine is made from 100% Chardonnay grapes grown in northern Italy s Trentino region. The aroma is fresh and lasting, with significant overtones of ripe golden apples, wild flowers and a delicate fragrance of yeast. Clean and balanced on the palate, with a subtle and pleasant finish of ripe fruit and a hint of bread. 19 A N.V. Prosecco DOC, Zonin 1.5 Liter... $50 Bright pale straw-yellow color with a fine, clear mousse. Attractively intense; very fruity and aromatic, with hints of wisteria flowers and Rennet apples. Very well-balanced and appealing, with the extremely delicate almond note that is typical of Glera grapes A 1997 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Il Poggione 1.5 Liter... $395 Subtle Brunello, with leather, spice, cedar and berry aromas. Full-bodied yet refined and silky, with a lovely caressing texture and a long, reserved, fruity finish B 1993 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Castello Banfi 1.5 Liter... $395 Dark-colored, with a penetrating aroma of blackberries, freshly picked mushrooms and a hint of chocolate. Fine tannins and a long, flavorful aftertaste C 1995 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Castello Banfi 1.5 Liter... $395 Highly Recommended Chunky red, with aromas of berry, mint, cherry and wet earth. Full-bodied and velvety, with lots of fruit and a long, minty finish. A delicious example of the quality to be found in the 95 Brunello vintage O 2010 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Castello Banfi 5.0 Liter... $ P 2010 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Castello Banfi 3.0 Liter... $ Q 2010 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Castello Banfi 1.5 Liter... $240 Deep red color, with a bit of garnet. The scent is pleasant and complex, with hints of plum, ripe cherry and red fruits, well integrated with notes of licorice and tobacco. On the palate is full, with a powerful and elegant structure and soft and harmonious tannins. The finish is very persistent A 1997 Brunello di Montalcino Vigna di Pianrosso DOCG, Ciacci Piccolomini d Aragona 1.5 Liter... $ pts. WS Brilliant ruby red color with rich red fruit and tobacco, tied together with complex, elegant tannins. One of Montalcinos greats! 1079 B 1999 Brunello di Montalcino Pertimali DOCG, Livio Sassetti 1.5 Liter... $350 It begins with an aromatic explosion of rich black fruits with hints of truffles and soy offering round elegant tannins and complex lingering finish C 2003 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Silvio Nardi 1.5 Liter... $170 Extremely aromatic, with beautiful aromas of cherry, plum and Spanish cedar. Full-bodied, with firm tannins and a silky finish Chianti Riserva di Famiglia DOCG, Cecchi 1.5 Liter... $120 This Riserva opens with a spectacular ruby color, thick density and succulent notes of red cherry and bursting fruit. 126

131 Rosso IGT, Gagliole 1.5 Liter... $295 Lots of berry, chocolate and earth aromas. Medium- to full-bodied, with super, well-integrated tannins and a long, long finish I 2008 Barolo Ciabot Mentin Ginestra DOCG, Domenico Clerico 1.5 Liter... $175 Starts out broad and soft, with cherry, plum, mint and licorice flavors, turning firm and dry on a base of muscular tannins. Tobacco and tea notes grace the finish Barbaresco Asili DOCG, Bruno Giacosa 1.5 Liter... $375 Refined red with plenty of berries and roses on the nose. Medium-bodied, with fine tannins and a pretty berry and leather character and a chewy finish. 1,100 cases made Valpolicella Santo Stefano VdT, Boscaini 3 Liter... $495 A solid red with berry, spice and raisin aromas, with hints of grilled meat. Medium-bodied, with medium, firm tannins and a long, chewy finish Valpolicella San Ciriaco DOC, Boscaini 3 Liter... $475 Lovely Valpolicella with nicely aged notes of cherry Valpolicella San Ciriaco DOC, Boscaini 3 Liter... $475 A fresh, fruity, soft style of Valpolicella with a slightly cherry flavor and gentle structure finish with pleasant austerity Valpolicella San Ciriaco DOC, Boscaini 3 Liter... $475 Fresh and fruity, with peppery, spicy, cherry character. Light body. Crisp finish. 127

132 Small Format Bottles Bin Wine Bottle 15 N.V. Brut, Ferrari 375 ml... $25 This metodo classico sparkling wine is made from 100% Chardonnay grapes grown in northern Italy s Trentino region. The aroma is fresh and lasting, with significant overtones of ripe golden apples, wild flowers and a delicate fragrance of yeast. Clean and balanced on the palate, with a subtle and pleasant finish of ripe fruit and a hint of bread. 16 N.V. Brut Rosé, Ferrari 375 ml... $25 This salmon pink metodo classico sparkling wine is made from 60% Pinot Noir and 40% Chardonnay grown in northern Italy s Trentino region. The nose is distinct and refined, with a fresh fragrance of hawthorn flowers, red currants and wild strawberries. The palate is dry, clean and elegant, with a delicate finish of sweet almonds. 17 C N.V. Prosecco DOC, Zonin 375 ml... $15 17 D N.V. Prosecco DOC, Zonin 187 ml... $9 Bright pale straw-yellow color with a fine, clear mousse. Attractively intense; very fruity and aromatic, with hints of wisteria flowers and Rennet apples. Very well-balanced and appealing, with the extremely delicate almond note that is typical of Glera grapes Toscana Vermentino IGT, MorisFarms 375 ml... $20 Intense and fruity with scents of apricot and yellow flowers. Aftertaste of mineral notes. Very elegant, excellent drinkability Moscato di Asti I Vignaioli di S. Stefano DOCG, Ceretto 375 ml... $22 A floral scented, lightly effervescent wine. Enjoy with or without a meal but perfect with dessert Passito di Noto DOC, Planeta 500 ml... $60 Dense notes of dried apricots, mango, orange peel, plums, dates, pistachio and vanilla cream. Sweetness predominates but, thanks to a lively acidity, it has a voluptuous and pleasingly lingering finish in the mouth Rosa Regale Brachetto d Aqui DOCG, Banfi 375 ml... $ Rosa Regale Brachetto d Aqui DOCG, Banfi 187 ml... $9 Aromatic with hints of rose petals, this soft and elegant wine with a slight frizzante has flavors of strawberries, raspberries and almonds Vin Santo del Chianti Rufina DOC, Fattoria IL Lago 375 ml... $60 Amber in color with an intense aroma that has notes of honey and bitter almond. Its flavor is both full and elegant Passito Colori d Autunno IGT, Tenuta Sant Antonio 375 ml... $75 80% Chardonnay and 20% Garganega. Fruity, apricot and quince, cocoa, honey, pineapple and dried fruits with floral shades of iris and orange blossom E 2001 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Il Poggione 375 ml... $55 Intense, stylish bouquet with hints of berries and fruit. Smooth and elegant with polished tannins and an enduring finish. 128

133 1044 D 2000 Brunello di Montalcino Vigna di Pianrosso DOCG, Ciacci Piccolomini d Aragona 375 ml... $75 This terrific Brunello di Montalcino boasts a staggering aromatic profile of soy sauce, roasted meats, dried herbs, jammy black and red fruits, and Asian spices. This full-bodied, superbly concentrated, layered, multi-dimensional Brunello is the kind of wine one expects from such a renowned region F 2001 Brunello di Montalcino Vigna di Pianrosso DOCG, Ciacci Piccolomini d Aragona 375 ml... $65 Ruby red tending to garnet in color with intense red berries, vanilla, pepper and sweet tobacco on the nose. Full-bodied, well balanced tannins, good acidity persistent, elegant, harmonic F 2006 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Ciacci Piccolomini d Aragona 375 ml... $50 A seductive style, featuring fragrant floral, raspberry, tobacco and mineral aromas and flavors. Firm tannins sweep in on the finish C 1999 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Altesino 375 ml... $65 Outstandingly fresh aromas of roses, berries and spicy oak with hints of incense. Full-bodied, with silky and caressing tannins and a long, finely textured finish E 2000 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Altesino 375 ml... $55 Gorgeous aromas of raspberry, flowers and mineral follow through to a silky palate, with lovely tannins and a medium finish. Very fresh and fine for the vintage. Fruit usually reserved for the Montosoli bottling was declassified into this Brunello G 2001 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Altesino 375 ml... $55 Loads of strawberry and fresh herb character, including mint. Full-bodied, with soft tannins and a long, fresh finish. A bit jammy but all there J 2004 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Altesino 375 ml... $50 Bright berry, earth, mushroom and leather on the nose. Full-bodied, with very ripe, almost raisiny fruit. Rich fruit comes through on the finish L 2006 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Altesino 375 ml... $50 Smells like red Burgundy, with floral, cherry, woodsy and graphite aromas and flavors. Sweet and silky, underscored by firm, integrated tannins. Distinctive and delicious N 2007 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Altesino 375 ml... $50 A brilliant ruby red color. Its bouquet is intense, pure, pleasant and refined, reminiscent of sweet violet, tobacco, chocolate and pleasant hints of wild berries and vanilla. Its flavor fully confirms the above in a well-balanced, full-bodied wine with good tannins and a solid structure P 2008 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Altesino 375 ml... $50 This is distinctive, with an intense balsamic flavor backed by plum, cherry and spice notes. Sweet and ample for the vintage, covering the firm, underlying tannins. Everything is integrated and long. 129

134 1092 E 2003 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Silvio Nardi 375 ml... $60 Extremely aromatic, with beautiful aromas of cherry, plum and Spanish cedar. Full-bodied, with firm tannins and a silky finish C 2001 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Caparzo 375 ml... $45 Sweet, juicy and silky with cherry, raspberry and herbal flavors. A subtle, delicate midweight with a pliant texture G 2004 Brunello di Montalcino DOCG, Caparzo 375 ml... $40 Perfumed with plums, cherries and dried flowers. Full-bodied, with silky and firm tannins and a long finish Chianti Classico Riserva DOCG, Nozzole 375 ml... $25 Elegant and intense, delivering cherry, leather, bitter almond and tea flavors on a dense profile Vino Nobile Montepulciano DOCG, Avignonesi 375 ml... $30 #58 Top 100 Wines of 2013 This round version is laced with black cherry and raspberry fruit, showing hints of cocoa and spice. Firm tannins lend support, making this well-balanced overall, with a lingering finish of warm chocolate cake Morellino di Scansano DOCG, Moris Farms 375 ml... $20 This wine gets its flavor from the sandy soil on which the vines grow and the final result, in the glass, is an elegant wine with soft tannins. Made by 90% Sangiovese, this wine is fresh and pleasant with notes of red fruit, typical of this grape F 2004 Barolo Tortoniano DOCG, Michele Chiarlo 375 ml... $40 100% Nebiolo this deep and powerful red wine is full and complex with amazing richness and intensity I 2009 Barolo Tortoniano DOCG, Michele Chiarlo 375 ml... $40 Shows innate power, revolving around a core of cherry, plum, menthol and cinnamon flavors. Elegant and bright, with moderate tannins, this should evolve soon, offering a long, crisp finish N. V. Chinato, Marcarini 375 ml... $50 Unique aromatic wine from Piemonte s premier red appellation, in the hills near Alba. Follows an ancient local recipe, comprised of the bark of Cinchona calisaya, rhubarb root and other herbs and spices. A nice digestivo I 2004 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico Costasera DOC, Masi 375 ml... $65 Tightly knit, with fresh plum and mineral aromas and flavors. Medium-bodied, with a taut mouthfeel and a clean, crisp finish Amarone della Valpolicella Classico DOC, Zenato 375 ml... $50 Aromas of slightly raisiny fruit, spices and wet stone. Full-bodied, with a fresh, fruity palate, a good mineral backbone and a long finish D 2000 Barbaresco DOCG, Gaja 375 ml... $ pts. WS Collectibles Like smelling a bouquet of flowers and then a bowl of raspberries. Full-bodied, with perfectly integrated tannins and a very fine, silky texture. Long and caressing. 130

135 6000 G 2003 Barbaresco DOCG, Gaja (Langhe) 375 ml... $150 Dazzling aromas of forest fruits, plums, licorice and tar appear with maximum finesse J 2005 Barbaresco DOCG, Gaja (Langhe) 375 ml... $200 Long, complex finish with fine, silk-like tannins and good acidity; dense structure, full of super-ripe fruit C 1997 Brunello di Montalcino Rennina DOCG, Pieve Santa Restituta, Gaja (Toscana) 375 ml... $150 Rich and concentrated, excellent structure, depth and balance. Ideal for long aging. Noto s main floor wine vault 131

136 Port Bin Port 2 oz/glass Dow s Vintage Porto... $35 94 pts. WS #25 Top 100 Wines of 2000 Very dark opaque purple color, with a typically spicy nose and intense underlying aromas of blackberries and black currants. On the palate enormous weight and structure with a marvelous balance of dense black fruit flavors wrapped in a tannic cloak. 804 Dow s 20-Year-Old Tawny Port... $15 20 Years indicates an average age this Aged Tawny Port is a blend of older wines, which offer complexity and younger wines, which bring fresh fruit flavors and vibrancy. During their long maturing period in oak casks, Aged Tawnies undergo subtle color changes: the deep red hue which characterizes Port s youth gradually gives way to a paler golden amber color. Dow s is known for its characteristically drier house style. This 20 Year has a full, nutty bouquet, concentrated, citrus, almond and caramel notes on the palate and a lingering finish. Many consider the 20 Year to be the perfect blend of complexity and vibrant fruit when it comes to Aged Tawny. 805 Dow s Fine Ruby Porto... $8 The grapes used in the production of Dow s Fine Ruby were a blend of traditional Portuguese varieties from the Douro Valley. Dow s Fine Ruby was aged in seasoned oak casks at our lodges in Vila Nova de Gaia for an average of 3 years, and bottled when ready to drink. Exuberant youthful fruit flavors make it perfect for informal drinking Quinta do Noval Silval Vintage Porto... $25 Outstanding but slightly rustic, with earthy, berry aromas and flavors and chunky, chewy texture. Full in body, medium sweet, with full tannins and a slightly coarse finish. 807 Quinta do Noval LB Finest Reserve Port... $8 Intense dark purple in color, it as a complex nose showing youthful fruit with a raspberry character. It is full, rounded and well-structured on the palate with a full-bodied elegance Ramos Pinto Porto LBV... $12 Almost opaque in color, of a very intense red and with bluish reflections. 815 Ramos Pinto Reserve Collector Porto... $10 Aromas of dried plum and fig are followed by a soft, well-rounded palate with plenty of raisin, dried cherry and pepper on the finish. 816 N.V. Ramos Pinto Tawny Port 10-Year-Old Quinta da Ervamoira... $12 Lusciously spicy, with flavors that roll off the tongue, including butterscotch, dried apricot, spiced cherry and white pepper. The intensely creamy finish is filled with hazelnut and cocoa. 132

137 Single Malt Scotch Bin Port 1.25 oz/glass 850 Macallan 18-year-old Highland... $45 Burnished gold in color, with aromas of oak and sherry. The body is huge and silken with a very complex flavors and hints of leather, licorice and tobacco. 856 Macallan 12-year-old Highland... $16 Hints of sweet cream and vanilla due to aging in used sherry casks from Spain. 860 Highland Park 18-year-old Orkney Islands... $35 Medium gold in color. Tightly knit salt and peat, with notes of black pepper, old leather, and sweet butter. Soft and full, and the palate bears muted iodine followed swiftly by peat, honey, dried cherries, heather, and a great lactic note. 861 Highland Park 12-year-old Orkney Islands... $14 Smooth, balanced single malt, with a rich full flavor and a gentle smoky finish. Honey sweetness followed by fruit maybe pineapple, apple or pear. On the palate it is drying and leaves a gentle smoky feeling and a flavor that just keeps on going. 862 Oban 14-year-old West Highland... $24 A 14-year-old combining the sophistication of the Highlands with a touch of the peaty style of the Islands. Rich and full-bodied with a mellow fruity finish. 866 Glenlivet 12-year-old Speyside... $14 A light, delicate nose with lots of fruit with medium-light trace of sweetness, quite full on the palate. A first class malt. 868 Dalwhinnie 15-year-old Highland... $16 Hints of sweet peat in the nose followed by rich, round, smoky flavors in the finish. 870 Cragganmore 12-year-old Speyside... $17 Fragrant with herbs, fruit, newly mown grass and a touch of cinnamon. The body is medium and the finish is long and spicy. 874 Lagavulin 16-year-old Islay... $21 Amber in color with the aroma of a little discernable smoke to start. Some cognac and chocolate and an interesting scent of clover flowers. The primary flavor starts with sweet nougat and finishes darkly smoky. The flavor immediately gives away the whisky s provenance. 878 Glenkinchie 12-year-old Lowlands... $14 The color is yellow, the nose sweet, full and well balanced and has some lemon, herbal and malty hints. The palate is sugared and marked by the malt (porridge) and yeast (beer) with a touch of peat. The finish, of average length, confirms this impression. A pleasant, but simple whisky. 880 Talisker 10-year-old Skye... $20 The color is gold with amber glint. The superb and fresh nose is rich, peaty, spicy and detects marine hints. The palate confirms the nose, with some salted hints. The finish is deceiving, and becomes rapidly dryish with smoke notes. An excellent malt with lots of style and character, and mastered power. 882 Glenfiddich 12-year-old... $13 Distinctively fresh and fruity with a hint of pear. Beautifully crafted single malt with a delicately balanced fragrance. Characteristic sweet, fruity notes. Develops into elements of butterscotch, cream, malt and subtle oak flavor. Long, smooth and mellow. 133

138 Grappa Bin Grappa 1.25 oz/glass 940 Grappa di Moscato Oro Cleopatra, Jacopo Poli... $25 Jacopo Poli Cleopatra is made from Orange blossom Muscat and White Muscat from the Euganei Hills and distilled using their family owned Crysopea still. It is a double boiler vacuum still that lowers the boiling point of alcohol and the various volatile compounds present in the grape marc producing a distillate that offers aromas of delicate floral and fruity fragrances. This spirit displays enticing aromas of mandarin orange, lemon, fresh citrus fruit, honey, orange blossom, and magnolia. 951 Grappa di Barbaresco Darmagi, Gaja... $20 Delicate floral and spice aromas and a dense body. The finish is rich in extracts, fresh and harmonious. 952 Grappa di Barbaresco Spress, Gaja... $20 Delicate golden color with attractive aromas of ripe fruits, hazelnuts and raisins. Good body and a round, full finish. 953 Grappolo, Alexander... $20 Clean, clear, firm and minerally, and a touch of banana. Aftertaste is extended and raisiny. 954 Grappa di Brunello, Il Poggione... $25 Young, transparent in color, and harmonious with an intense, delicate flavor. Overtones of grapes and fruit are highlighted in a clearly defined alcoholic note. 955 Grappa di Tignanello, Antinori... $20 Grappa Tignanello obtained from the distillation of the marc from the Sangiovese and Cabernet Sauvignon grapes growing in the Tignanello vineyard on the Antinori estate Tignanello in the heart of Chianti Classico. 956 Platinum, Alexander... $20 A vintage-dated grappa made from pomace arising out of the production of Amarone, the legendary red wine from Italy s Veneto region. Richly perfumed, with spicy aromas evolving against a faintly bitter, pleasingly backdrop suggesting dried grapes and cherries. The palate is soft, dry and persistent. 957 Grappa di Velia, Mastroberardino... $18 Single variety grappa, from the pomace of the Greco grape remaining from Mastroberardino s production of Greco di Tufo DOC. Extracted through vapor distillation. Exciting spices of bitter almond on the nose and dry, spiced, with exceptional fullness and elegance on the palate. 958 Grappa di Altesino, Altesino... $18 Distilled from the marc of Sangiovese di Montalcino grapes aged in oak barrels. The straw color with golden reflections is due to a short wooden residence, which allows the distillate to acquire reading notes of vanilla and oak, without losing its fruitiness of a young grappa. Balanced with a pleasant impact, the palate confirms the aromas with nice persistence. 960 Grappa di Taurasi, Mastroberadino... $16 Intense and complex with hints of cherry and plum, well blended with notes of caramel, liquorice, vanilla, cinnamon and balsamic notes. 961 Grappa Nebbiolo da Bardo, Mazzetti d Altavilla... $16 Aromas of country meadow, sunny orchard fruits and subtle spices. 962 Grappa di Chardonnay Monovitigno, Nonino... $14 Selected pomace of Chardonnay grapes, collected fresh and soft. Refined and elegant, with the scent of golden apples. 963 Grappa di Merlot Monovitigno, Nonino... $14 Selected pomace of Merlot grapes, collected fresh and soft. Crystalline. 134

139 965 Grappa di Moscato, Inga... $12 Aromas are very clean and fruity, with hints of peach and apricot and a spiced sage. On the palate, the grappa is extremely aromatic, typical of the moscato grape, with hints of rose. This Grappa Di Moscato is cultivated exclusively in DOCG Moscato d Asti. 100% Moscato. 966 Grappa, Alexander... $12 Fruitiness is more dry than sweet. Aromas emerge, most prominently unripened pear, grape pomace and white raisins. 967 Grappa di Cabernet, Alexander... $14 A round red-berry bouquet with scents of paraffin. Tastes of acidic pomace and ripe red grapes. Musky, sexy characters. 969 Limoncino, Bottega... $10 This aromatic Limoncino is produced from the finest quality grappa infused with essence from the fragrant rinds of fresh Sicilian lemons. Clean, inviting aromas lead to a sweet, refreshing flavor of ripe, freshly harvested lemons. 970 Gianduia Chocolate & Hazelnut Liqueur, Bottega... $10 Produced from the infusion of Alexander Grappa and Gianduia Chocolate. The addition of the best quality grappa from the Bottega family distillery in the Veneto region makes it a liqueur that is as smooth and unctuous as it is fragrant. With aromas of hazelnut and chocolate, Giaduia is velvety, smooth and deliciously creamy. 135

140 Rémy Martin Cognac Bin Cognac 1 oz/glass 975 Rémy Martin Louis XIII... $175 Louis XIII de Rémy Martin uses only grapes from the Grande Champagne region which guarantees its unique, exclusive quality. It is blended from eaux de vie, some more than a century in age, then it is aged in tiercons, barrels that are several hundred years old, in a cellar set apart for it alone. 977 Rémy Martin XO Excellence... $45 Rémy Martin XO Excellence, the Best of XO, stands out for its texture, complexity and richness, with more smoothness and perfect balance. This superb cognac is for those who demand and enjoy the best in life. 978 Rémy Martin 1738 Accord Royal... $18 In 1738, King Louis XV exceptionally grants Rémy Martin a warrant to expand his vineyard. With 1738 Accord Royal, you will discover an authentic product, deeply rooted in territory and tradition. Through its copper and amber color, it reveals a remarkable smoothness, an aroma both intense and delicate, with hints of fruits and flowers. 979 Rémy Martin VSOP... $15 Rémy Martins V.S.O.P. is the flagship of the brand. The brand itself is a Fine Champagne Cognac taken from the two best crus. It has a golden amber, old pale color, smoothness, complexity and yet balanced, perfectly mature. 136

141 Italian Spirits 1.25 oz/glass Alagna Bianco Vermouth... $6 Classic aperitivo born of the blend of selected wines and a variety of aromatic herbs. Aperol... $6 Aperol is the perfect aperitivo. Bright orange in color, it has a unique taste, thanks to the secret recipe, which has never been changed, with infusions of selected ingredients including bitter and sweet oranges and many other herbs including rhubarb and roots in perfect proportions. Averna Amaro Siciliano... $9 Averna Amaro Siciliano is an excellent liqueur with full body and smooth taste, extremely pleasant for every moment of the day. It is produced using an ancient recipe made of herbs, which has been passed down from one generation to another since Averna il CremAmaro Cream Liqueur... $7 Averna Cream is perfect for those who seek to experience the smooth and deliciously sweet taste of cream blended with the unmistakable bittersweet taste of Amaro Averna. Campari... $8 Campari is an alcoholic spirit obtained from the infusion of bitter herbs aromatic plants and fruit in alcohol and water. With its vibrant red color, intense aroma and inspiring flavor, Campari has always been a symbol of intrigue and pleasure, which unfurls itself into a captivating drinking experience. These are the values that have made the Campari brand famous throughout the world as an icon of passionate Italian style and excellence since Disaronno... $8 Disaronno Originale is an amaretto-flavored liqueur with a characteristic almond taste made in Italy. Its maker, Disaronno, maintains its original secret formula is unchanged since Frangelico... $9 Dark outside yet light within. Sweet yet delightfully refreshing. The richness of Frangelico is rooted in its origins. Made from the aromatic Tonda Gentile hazelnuts found in the Italian region of Piedmont, they are combined with coffee, cocoa and vanilla distillate and extracts for a sweet yet balanced golden elixir Galliano L Autentico... $8 The original. The classic. Golden Yellow in colour with a light green hue. A perfectly balanced blend of Mediterranean exotic herbs and plants, all sourced and blended in their natural form. The resulting taste is rounded with a powerful aromatic top note that softens to a mellow deep taste. Amaro Nonino Quintessentia... $10 The excellent result of aged ÙE is combined with the experience of Antonio Nonino. Drop by drop Amaro Nonino Quintessentia is born, ennobled by ÙE aged in barriques and small casks. Strega Liquore... $8 Liquore Strega is an Italian herbal liqueur produced since 1860 by the S. A. Distilleria Liquore Strega in Benevento, Campania, Italy. Its yellow color comes from the presence of saffron. Among its approximately 70 herbal ingredients are mint and fennel. Strega is considered a digestivo. Tuaca... $8 Tuaca is a naturally flavored brandy liqueur originally produced by the Tuoni and Canepa families of Livorno, Italy. Tuaca is sweet and golden brown in color. Its ingredients include brandy, citrus essences, and vanilla. 137

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