132 wines reviewed from 12 regions of ItalyBy Gabriel Riel-Salvatore

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MMaajjoolliiccaa PPooddeerreeCCaassttoorraannii 22000099Podere CastoraniAbruzzoMontepulciano d’Abruzzo doc$12.90 (SAQ # 10754252)HH (83/100)Wine carrying sweet cherry,liquorice and clay aromas.Fruity, medium body winewith a vivid acidity andslightly coarse tannins.

ZZoonniinn MMoonntteeppuullcciiaannoodd’’AAbbrruuzzzzoo 22000099Casa Vinicola ZoninAbruzzoMontepulciano d’Abruzzo doc$11.45 (SAQ # 327460)HH (81/100)All occasion wine offering aslightly winey bouquet ofbaked red berries.Round and fluid body evolving on a thin finish.

BBaacccchhuuss aaggrroobbiioollooggiiccoo 22000099VolpiAbruzzoMontepulciano d’Abruzzo doc$15.80 (SAQ # 11462024)HH (84/100) Wine displaying fruity, red cherry aromas combined withsmooth notes of eucalyptusand hints of menthol. Smoothand charming, fruity mouthevolving on a nice floral finish.

RRiippaarroossssoo 22000099IlluminatiAbruzzoMontepulciano d’Abruzzo doc$13.65 (SAQ # 10669787)HH (83/100)Fairly discrete wine carrying cherry and sweet spice aromas.Easy and accessible medium body wine.

22001144CCuuvvééee ddeellll’’AAbbaattee 22000099ZaccagniniAbruzzoMontepulciano d’Abruzzo doc$16.90 (SAQ # 908954)HH (86/100) Wine displaying a good combination of fruitiness with tar, violets and smokyundertones. Inviting mouth,with a lovely fruity body that makes you crave more.

22001155CCoossttee ddeellllee PPllaaiiee 22000077Podere CastoraniAbruzzoMontepulciano d’Abruzzo doc$20.95 (SAQ # 10788911)HHH (87/100)Clean, rich and fruityMontepulciano carrying darkberry fragrances intertwinedwith fresh tobacco, tar andunderbrush aromas. Tastyand well balanced wine,ideal with red meats.

22001144PPaann 22000066Bosco NestoreAbruzzoMontepulciano d’Abruzzo doc$20.40 (SAQ # 907436)HHH (86/100)Intriguing bouquet mixingsweet spices with fig,balsamic and molasses fragrances. Lively fruity body with a nice warm spicy ending.

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VViinnii ddii VVeelllleettrrii RRiisseerrvvaa 22000055Consorzio Produttori Vinidi VelletriLazioVelletri doc$15.75 (SAQ # 175141)HH (83/100)Fun, fruity bouquet with discrete vegetal undertones.Smooth and fluid mediumbody wine lingering onsweet cinnamon spice.

EEmmiilliiaa--RRoommaaggnnaa CCoolllleeddeell RRee 22001100Umberto CesariEmilia-RomagnaAlbana di Romagna doc$14.00 (SAQ # 10780354)HHH (84/100)Fresh and lively bouquetoffering nice citrus, whitepeach and peppermint aromas. Sweet and fruitymouth recalling peach andnectarine flavours.

PPooggggiioo ddeell CCaarrddiinnaallee22000099Fontana di PapaLazioLazio igt$13.95 (SAQ # 11315420)HH (84/100)Lovely bouquet of red berriesand sweet spices. Easy, fruitymouth ending on a pleasantlyspicy finish. Good value wine.

CCaammppoo ddii MMeezzzzoo 22000099Tre MontiEmilia-RomagnaSangiovese di RomagnaSuperiore doc$15.90 (SAQ # 11034353)HHH (85/100)Fresh, slightly thin bouquet of strawberries.Lively, fruity accessiblemouth still clearly recalling strawberries.

22001144SSaannggiioovveessee RRiisseerrvvaa 22000088Umberto CesariEmilia-RomagnaSangiovese di Romagna doc$19.45 (SAQ # 10780338)HHH (87/100) Fairly complex Riserva offeringred and black berry aromascombined with smoky, coffeeand vanilla undertones.Medium body to full bodywine displaying a good fruitystructure ending on vanilla and grilled oak undertones.

RRiivvaaccllaarraa PPiinnoott GGrriiggiioo 22000077Tenuta Scarpa-ColombiLombardiaOltrepo Pavese$20.00 Priv. Imp.HHH (85/100)Fresh and vibrant bouquetdisplaying fruity and vegetalundertones recalling peach,yellow apple and banana skin aromas. Lively,refreshing pinot grigio.

22001144RRoossssoo CCoonneerroo 22000088MoroderMacrina Rosso Conero doc$16.80 (SAQ # 11155307)HHH (85/100)Clean, slightly discrete bouquet with violets and red berry aromas. Appealingwine with a warm and luscious body ending on persistent violets undertones.

GGaarrooffoollii 22001100Macrina Verdicchio Castelli di Jesi doc$15.15 (SAQ # 452805)HHH (85/100)Mineral nose offering anintriguing combination of rock candy and Mirabelleplum. Fresh and crispy wine evolving on a nice mineral finish.

RRiiccoossssaa 22000099Mondo Del VinoPiemonteBarbera d’Asti doc$13.95 (SAQ # 11315446)HH (83/100)Typical Barbera aromas with little red berries andpastry fragrances with slightly green undertones.Smooth, fruity and accessible all-purpose wine.

NNiivvoollee 22001100Michel ChiarloPiemonteMoscato d’Asti doc$11.40 (SAQ # 979062)HHH (84/100)Sweet and charming bouquet of exotic fruits recalling lychee, peachesand ginger. Smooth, soft andcreamy mouth. Ideal dessertwine with strawberries.

22001166PPooddeerree CCaassttoorraannii 22000044Podere CastoraniAbruzzoMontepulciano d’Abruzzo doc$29.90 (SAQ # 10383113)HHH (88/100)Intriguing nose mixing cherries, dates and dark figaromas with hints of balsamicaccents. Lovely, round and filling, full bodied mouth with a pretty modern signature.

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22001177BBaarroolloo 22000077BatasioloPiemonteBarolo docg$26.90 (SAQ # 10856777)HHH (87/100)Inviting and accessibleBarolo offering red berryaromas combined with rosepetals and vanilla under-tones. Inviting and refreshingmouth lingering on a fruityand peppery finish.

22001166Bricco del Drago 2006Poderi CollaPiemonteLanghe $27.15 (SAQ # 927590)HHH (88/100)Deep, warm balsamic aromas intertwine with black berries and vanilla fragrances.Rich, fruity full body winewith chunky tannins and avivacious acidity.

AAbbaaccoo 22000077Villa FioritaPiemonteMonferrato Rosso doc$18.20 (SAQ # 11383633)HH (84/100)Sweet and floral nose withnotes of eucalyptus, violetsand black pepper. Mediumbody wine lacking a bit ofcharacter, but fairly attractive nonetheless.

22001177MMoommppeerrttoonnee 22000077PrunottoPiemonteMonferrato rosso doc$25.15 (SAQ # 10862616)HHHH (90/100) Fresh and attractive fragrances of black and redberries elegantly mix withkirsch and flowery aromas.Flavourful and comfortingwine with a lively acidity anda nice spicy finish.

22001144LLaa LLuunnaa ee II FFaallòò 22000088Terre da VinoPiemonteBarbera d’Asti superiore doc$19.95 (SAQ # 627901)HHH (87/100) Nice, rich Barbera combiningripe red berries fragranceswith smoked cold cuts andviolets undertones. Warm,fruity and inviting mouthevolving on a lovely spicyfinish.

22002200SSoorrii PPaaiittiinn BBaarrbbaarreessccoo 22000066Azienda Agricola PaitinPiemonteBarbaresco docg$50.50 (SAQ # 11338007)HHHH (93/100)Elegant, multifaceted bouquet of freshcherries intertwined with notes ofsweet spices, rose petals and vegetalundertones recalling underbrush andfresh mushrooms. Smooth and balancedbody offering a lovely lingering fruiti-ness supported by straight, yet welltamed tannins.

22001144TTuulllliioo 22000077Tenuta Scarpa-ColombiPiemonteBarbera d’Asti doc$20.00Priv. Imp.HHH (87/100)Fairly complex flowery bouquet combining violetsand BBQ undertones.Smooth and tasty wine evolving on a fresh fragrantfinish.

22002200Barolo Rocche 2005Aurelio SettimoPiemonteBarolo docg$37.50 (SAQ # 11039269)HHH (89/100)Complex bouquet combiningsoft balsamic fragrances withkirsch and spicy undertones.Traditional Barolo offering alively fruitiness combined withpowerful and chalky tannins.Meal wine par excellence.

22002200BBaarroolloo BBuussssiiaa ““DDaarrddii LLee RRoossee””22000044Poderi CollaPiemonteBarolo docg$55.00 (SAQ # 10816775)HHHH (91/100)Rich and multilayered wineoffering nice mineral, graphite,kirsch and balsamic fragrancesmixed with wild mushroomsand black cherry aromas.Smooth and tasty body display-ing a nice, refreshing acidityand impressively soft tannins.

22001177CCaammppoo QQuuaaddrroo 22000033PunsetBarbaresco docg$53.50 (SAQ # 10816679)HHH (91/100)Clean, delicate, feminine and velvety fragrances offresh red berries mixed with floral accents and hints of crème brulée.Lovely, soft, round and balanced Barbaresco.

22001155LLaa TToottaa 22000099Marchesi AlfieriPiemonteBarbera d’Asti Superiore doc$23.55 (SAQ # 978692)HHH (88/100) Attractive and elegant bouquet recalling violets and raspberries. Smooth and well balanced wine with a lovely warm finish.

SScciiàà CCaassttoorraanniiSSaannggiioovveessee 22001100Podere CastoraniPugliaPuglia igt$12.00 (SAQ # 10966765)HH (83/100)Inviting red berry bouquetwith slightly flowery andspicy undertones.Smooth, medium body wine.

SSaannggiioovveessee PPaassqquuaa 22001100Pasqua Vigneti e Cantine PugliaPuglia igt$10.40 (SAQ # 545772)HH (82/100)Fruity Sangiovese with aslightly peppery nose.Smooth, accessible and tasty mouth.

LLaanngghhee RRoossssoo 22000088BatasioloPiemonteLanghe igt$16.20 (SAQ # 611251)HHH (84/100)Fairly fruity wine displayingcaramelized brown sugar and rose petals undertones.Medium body wine offering a good fruitiness evolving ona slightly peppery finish.

BBaarrbbeerraa dd’’AAssttii 22000088Castello del PoggioPiemonteBarbera d’Asti doc$17.20 (SAQ # 10391447)HHH (86/100)Nice, clean red berries aromas with marzipan undertones. Soft and refreshing wine with lovely raspberry flavours.

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22001144FFiilliieerrii 22000099Cantina DorgaliSardegnaCannonau di Sardegna doc$16.15 (SAQ # 11577227)HHH (85/100)Fresh and intriguing bouquet mixing red berrieswith vegetal -mushrooms-undertones. Tasty and fruitywine of medium intensity.

LLaappaacccciioo PPrriimmiittiivvoo 22001100Pasqua Vigneti e Cantine PugliaSalento igt$13.95 (SAQ # 610204)HH (83/100)Slightly unripe bouquet mixing vegetal undertoneswith red berry fragrances.Rather smooth and fruitymedium body wine.

22001188IIll FFaallccoonnee RRiisseerrvvaa 22000066Azienda Vinicola Rivera PugliaCastel del Monte docg$24.00 (SAQ # 10675466)HHHH (90/100) Sophisticated bouquet ofbaked black fruits and chocolate with streams of balsamic and cigar box aromas. Luscious, well balanced full body wine withstrong, polished tannins.

22001133TTaattuu 22000077Vigne e viniPugliaPrimitivo Tarantino igt$15.00 (SAQ # 10675992)HH (86-87/100) Rich blackberry bouquet that combines with nicesmoky, chocolaty andliquorice aromas. Warm,tasty and filling body endingon a pleasant peppery finish.

PPrriimmuullaa 22000099FirriatoSiciliaSicilia igt$10.95 (SAQ # 606368)HHH (83/100)Sweet, jammy nose of strawberries with a slighttouch of sweet spices.Fruity, fluid and vibrant winewith a tickling spicy finish.Good value wine.

22001166VViioollaannttee NNeerroo ddii TTrrooiiaa 22000077Azienda Vinicola Rivera PugliaCastel del Monte docg$17.50 (SAQ # 11451923)HHH (87/100)Fairly complex bouquet offering plum and balsamicfragrances. Full body wine displaying black plum flavoursevolving onto a warm spicyfinish supported by powerfultannins.

SSiicciilliiaa AAnnggiimmbbéé 22001100CusumanoSiciliaSicilia igt$13.95 (SAQ # 11097101)HHH (85/100)Nice, soft honey bouquetpaired with pear and peachfragrances. Fresh, fruity andexpressive wine lingering on a nice mineral finish.

SSyyrraahh 22001100CusumanoSiciliaSicilia igt$13.65 (SAQ # 10960777)HH (84/100)Jammy nose with a touch of spices, menthol and sweetoak. Slightly less expressivemouth with a nice refreshingspicy ending.

22001166TToorrcciiccooddaa 22000088TormarescaPugliaSalento igt$19.80 (SAQ # 11331631)HHHH (90/100) Charming, deep red berry bou-quet mixing toasted vanilla,menthol and cinnamon. Rich,smooth and balanced mediumbody wine with loads of fruits,soft tannins and a good lingering finish.

RReeggaalleeaallii NNeerroo dd’’AAvvoollaa 22000088Tasca d’AlmeritaSiciliaSicilia igt$16.40 (SAQ # 482604)HHH (85/100) Inviting and fruity nose of rich black berries combinedwith nice smoky, spicyfragrances. Smooth and

tasty medium body wine.

LLaa SSeeggrreettaa bbiiaannccoo 22001100PlanetaSiciliaSicilia igt$16.70 (SAQ # 741264)HH (83/100)Vibrant bouquet recallingpineapple and apricot withhints of citrus. Fresh andvibrant wine.

AAnntthhiilliiaa 22001100DonnafugataSiciliaSicilia igt$16.45 (SAQ # 10542137)HH (84/100)Attractive bouquet recallingoranges and grapefruitsmixed with mineral accents.Fruity and tasty mouth with a nice refreshing ending.

LLuuiiggii LLeeoonnaarrddoo 22000099Luigi LeonardoPugliaPrimitivo del Salento igt$12.85 (SAQ # 643544)HH (84/100)Rich, jammy and fruity winedisplaying nice smoky andspicy aromas. Sweet, fruityand attractive flavours combine with a nice spicy finish. Ideal BBQ wine.

MMeerrlloott TTrreevviinnii PPrriimmoo 22000099Mondo Del VinoPugliaPuglia igt$13.95 (SAQ # 643106)HH (84/100)Lively cassis and black currantfragrances intertwine withslightly meaty and pepperyundertones. Soft and roundmouth offering plenty of freshfruits.

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22001166 CCoommeettaa 22000099PlanetaSiciliaSicilia igt$37.75Priv. ImportHHH (88/100)Intriguing nose of exoticfruits, citrus and refreshingmineral undertones. Classyand vibrant mouth endingon a tasty lingering finish.

22001177MMeerrlloott 22000077PlanetaSiciliaSicilia igt$37.75 (SAQ # 705962)HHH (88/100)Classy, fragrant bouquet offering blackberry highlightscombined with a nice floraland spicy finish. Luscious andvibrant full bodied wine withgraceful tannins and a freshlingering finish.

22001133VViiggnnaa ddii GGaabbrrii 22000099DonnafugataSiciliaContessa Entellina doc$21.55 (SAQ # 11098269)HHH (87/100) Rich, waxy nose of yellowplum and rock candy. Richand inviting wine that lingerson a nice refreshing finish.

22001188CChhaarrddoonnnnaayy 22000088PlanetaSiciliaSicilia igt$37.75 (SAQ # 855114)HHHH (90/100)Deep and creamy nose of nectarine and yellow applemixed with hints of warmpastry and grilled vanilla.Suave and unctuous pleasure wine.

22001144SSaannttaaggoossttiinnoo 22000088FirriatoSiciliaSicilia igt$23.95 (SAQ # 10327605)HHH (86/100)Bouquet combining redberries with sweet spices.Sweet and tasty mediumbody wine ending on a nicerefreshing spicy finish.

22001199SSyyrraahh 22000077PlanetaSiciliaSicilia igt$37.75 (SAQ # 707097)HHHH (90/100) Rich, bouquet of ripe redberries and black olives withlovely accents of sweet spicesand vanilla. Round, fruity andflavourful full body wine withwell integrated tannins and avibrant spicy finish.

22001177TTaannccrreeddii 22000077DonnafugataSiciliaSicilia igt$30.00 (SAQ # 10542129)HHH (89/100)Vibrant nose of plum,blackberry, vanilla, chocolateand coffee endorsed by well integrated wood.A great wine with firm tannins and good structure.

22001199SSaannttaa CCeecciilliiaa 22000077PlanetaSiciliaSicilia igt$37.75 (SAQ # 705947)HHH (89/100)Rich and multilayered Nerod’Avola displaying typicalblackberry aromas with mineral undertones and cleverly integrated roasted oakaromas. Sapid, balanced andrefreshing wine with a goodvibrant finish.

22002200MMiillllee ee uunnaa NNoottttee 22000066DonnafugataSiciliaContessa Entellina doc$70.25 (SAQ # 10223460)HHHH (92/100)Intense bouquet of sweet,ripe plums with nice complexfloral accents of violets endingon balsamic and tobacco highlights. A wine of greatstructure and impressive character.

22002255BBeenn RRyyéé 337755mmll 22000088DonnafugataSiciliaPassito di Pantelleria doc$30.00 (SAQ # 11301482)HHHH (93/100)Rich and complex bouquet ofpeach and apricot marmalademixed with dry figs and saf-fron ending on spicy andzesty candied orange peelaccents. A great and luscioussweet wine of impressivedepth.

TToossccaannaa AAllbbiizzzziiaaCChhaarrddoonnnnaayy 22001100Marchesi de’ FrescobaldiToscanaToscana igt$14.95 (SAQ # 541235)HH (84/100)Fruity and lively nose recalling green apples with accents of fresh citrus.A good refreshing crispy wine.

FFuummaaiioo 22001100BanfiToscanaToscana igt$15.95 (SAQ # 854562)HH (84/100)Fruity and expansive noserecalling peaches and pearwith hints of citrus. Freshand crispy wine with agrassy ending.

PPaatteerr SSaannggiioovveessee 22000099Marchesi de’ FrescobaldiToscanaToscana igt$15.45 (SAQ # 409896)HH (84/100)Classic Sangiovese bouquetrecalling red berries and violet letting through hints of black currant.Fun, accessible wine.

LLaa SSeeggrreettaa RRoossssaa 22001100PlanetaSiciliaSicilia igt$16.70 (SAQ # 898296)HHH (85/100)Fresh, fragrant bouquet mixing red and black berrieswith floral undertones.Lively wine of medium structure evolving on a nice floral finish.

22001133SSeeddaarraa 22000099DonnafugataSiciliaSicilia igt$17.90 (SAQ # 10276457)HHH (84/100)Deep black fruits and liquorice aromas intertwinewith meaty, underbrush fragrances. Smooth and fluidwine with a rather discretefruit and a slightly vegetalmouth.

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22001144VVeerrmmeennttiinnoo 22001100Tenuta Guado al TassoToscanaBolgheri doc$19.95 (SAQ # 11499126)HHH (88/100)Expansive, fresh and fruitybouquet with notes of ripepeaches nicely intertwinedwith soft floral accents.Flavourful, smooth andfruity mouth lingering on

a fresh and crispy finish.

22001177CChhiiaannttii CCllaassssiiccoo 22000099CarpinetoToscanaChianti Classico docg$20.00 (SAQ # 478891)HHH (86/100)Floral bouquet recalling violets with meaty accentsand hints of underbrush.Full bodied Chianti Classicoending on a lingering floralfinish.

SSaannttaa CCrriissttiinnaa 22000099AntinoriToscanaChianti Superiore docg$16.95 (SAQ # 11315411)HHH (85/100)A bit richer than in past years,it offers a nice red berryflavour with slightly floweryundertones. Smooth and livelymouth with a slightly pungypeppery finish.

22001144IIll DDuuccaallee 22000088RuffinoToscanaToscana igt$18.95 (SAQ # 11133204)HHH (87/100)Lovely bouquet that exhales amix of cassis, blackberries and cherries combined withspicy tobacco and violetsundertones. The mouth issmooth and forthcoming with fairly soft tannins.

PPooggggiioo aallllaa BBaaddiioollaa 22000099Marchesi MazzeiToscanaToscana igt$17.45 (SAQ # 897553)HHH (86/100)Lovely red berry flavourswith hints of rhubarb.Tasty, fruity mouth of medium body evolving on a smooth, warm finish.

22001166PPooggggiioo aaii GGiinneepprrii 22000088Tenuta ArgentieraToscanaBolgheri doc$21.05 (SAQ # 11161299)HHH (88/100) Rich, smoky nose of blackberries, cassis and plum progressing on sweet,nutty undertones. Tasty and well balanced affordable Bolgheri.

SSaassyyrr ((SSaannggiioovveessee//SSyyrraahh))22000088Rocca delle MacieToscanaToscane igt$17.50 (SAQ # 11072907)HHH (86/100)Jammy strawberry nose withcinnamon undertones. A filling, full to medium bodywine with chunky tannins anda nice spicy lingering ending.

22001155LLaammoollee ddii LLaammoollee 22000088Lamole di LamoleToscanaChianti Classico docg$20.65 (SAQ # 953489)HHH (85/100)Fresh red berry bouquet withhints of violet and mineralundertones recalling clay.Fairly accessible wine ofmedium body supported by a vibrant acidity.

22001177NNiippoozzzzaannoo RRiisseerrvvaa 22000077Marchesi de’ FrescobaldiToscanaChianti Rufina docg$22.95 (SAQ # 107276)HHH (88/100) Soft, feminine bouquet offresh red fruits balanced bynicely integrated oak fra-grances and delicate floralundertones. Smooth andattractive, well balanced wine.

22001166TTeennuuttaa SSaanntt’’AAllffoonnssoo22000088Rocca delle MacieToscanaChianti Classico docg$22.15 (SAQ # 10324877)HHH (88/100)Concentrated bouquet of ripe Sangiovese with classicred berry and rose petal aromas with hints of violetsand sweet oak. Filling winewith loads of fruits andchunky tannins.

PPoommiinnoo BBiiaannccoo 22001100Castello di Pomino -FrescobaldiToscanaPomino doc$18.95 (SAQ # 65086)HHH (85/100)Inviting bouquet recalling jasmine flower, pear and citrus aromas. Fresh andcrispy mouth with nuttyundertones.

22001155FFaarrnniittoo CChhaarrddoonnnnaayy22000099CarpinetoToscanaToscana igt$23.40 (SAQ # 366054)HHH (88/100)Complex, zesty, pear and yellow apple fragrances intertwine with nutty, grilled vanilla and spicy undertones.Rich and vibrant wine ofamazing depth.

22002200VViillllaa AAnnttiinnoorrii 22000077AntinoriToscanaToscana igt$23.95 (SAQ # 10251348)HHH (89/100)Rich and fairly complex nose combining strawberry,black olives and bell pepperaromas with vegetal and mineral accents. Silky andfluid mouth ending on alovely spicy finish.

22001188PPeeppppoollii 22000088AntinoriToscanaChianti Classico docg$23.60 (SAQ # 10270928)HHH (88/100)Deep fragrances of red berriescombine with lovely floral andcured smoked meat accents.Rich, medium to full body winewith lovely, fruity flavours ofred berry ending on a nice floral finish.

CCiilliieeggiioolloo 22000099Azienda Il GrillesinoMaremma igt$16.45 (SAQ # 10845146)HH (84/100)Jammy, slightly heady redberry bouquet crossed byhints of vegetal undertones.Rather flimsy body with a pronounced acidity.

Le Focaie 2008Rocca de Montemassi ToscanaMaremma Toscana igt$16.55 (SAQ # 11184968)HHH (86/100)Sweet bouquet of red berryaromas crossed by hints ofspicy caramel and eucalyptus.Warm and fruity mouth ending on a peppery finish.

22001144LLaa BBrraacccceessccaa 22000066AntinoriToscanaVino Nobile di Montepulcianodocg$24.20 (SAQ # 11324895)HHH (87/100)Strawberry and rose petalbouquet, followed by notes ofvanilla. Mouth-coating winerecalling strawberry jam.

22001166CChhiiaannttii CCllaassssiiccoo RRiisseerrvvaa22000066Rocca delle MacieToscanaChianti Classico docg$24.20 (SAQ # 10324543)HHH (87/100)Rather discrete and vegetalnose offering delicate redberries aromas with hints ofspicy violets. Sapid and vibrantwine with a sweet, spicy finish.

22001155RRoossssoo ddii MMoonnttaallcciinnoo22000099Casanova di Neri ToscanaToscana igt$25.30 (SAQ # 10335226)HHH (87/100)Fresh and fragrant bouquetof red berries mixed withspicy candied violets.Soft and fruity wine with a gentle floral finish.

22001166FFoonntteerruuttoollii 22000088Marchesi MazzeiToscanaToscana igt$24.95 (SAQ # 856484)HHH (86/100)Rich and spicy bouquet recalling strawberries with hints of cassis.Powerful body with a slightly unripe fruit andchunky tannins.

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22002211BBaaddiiaa aa PPaassssiiggnnaannoo22000077AntinoriToscanaChianti Classico Riserva docg$42.00 (SAQ # 403980)HHHH (92/100)Charming ripe red berryovertones elegantly inter-twine with smooth and fragrant floral accents.Superb, sapid and delightful Chianti Classico.

22001188RRooccccaattoo 22000066Rocca delle MacieToscanaToscane igt$42.25 (SAQ # 10254514)HHHH (90/100)Heady and concentrated cassis fragrances entanglewith smoky, balsamic, cigarbox and roasted vanilla aromas. Intense and powerfulSupertuscan with loads offruits and grilled vanilla.

22002200IIll BBrruucciiaattoo 22000088AntinoriToscanaBolgheri doc$27.75 (SAQ # 11347018)HHHH (90/100)Graceful, fresh wild berriesaroma cleverly combine with hints of sweet oak and rose petals aromas.Sapid, balanced and attractive mouth with a nice fresh lingering finish.

22002200TToossccaannaa LLuucceennttee 22000088Luce della ViteToscana igt$35.00 (SAQ # 860627)HHH (89/100)Inviting, suave and silky aromasof little blackberries topped withsmooth vanilla undertones. Morefeminine than in previous years,the Lucente 2008 still carriesample body structure and characteristic dry chalky tanninsbalanced by a lovely integratedfruitiness.

22001166MMaarrcchheessee AAnnttiinnoorrii22000066AntinoriToscanaChianti Classico Riserva docg$28.95 (SAQ # 11421281)HHHH (90/100)Clean, harmonious bouquetof red berries, violets andsweet spices. Charming,mouth filling medium to fullbody Chianti Classico endingon a lovely smoky finish.

22001188CCooll dd’’OOrrcciiaa 22000066Tenuta Col d’OrciaToscanaBrunello di Montalcino docg$47.25 (SAQ # 403642)HHH (88/100)Suave and inviting bouquetmixing wild red berries fra-grances with smooth floral,smoky and chocolatyaccents. Classic, vibrant andtangy full body Brunello withpowerful chalky tannins.

22001177LLee VVoollttee 22000099Tenuta dell’OrnellaiaToscanaToscana igt$29.95 (SAQ # 10938684)HHH (88/100)Soft and delicate floral nose with lovely wild berryfragrances and lofty vanillaundertones. Sapid and vibrantmouth of good structure.

22001188VVaall ddii SSuuggaa 22000044Tenimenti AngeliniToscanaBrunello di Montalcino docg$45.50 (SAQ # 897017)HHH (89/100)Concentrated dry red berriesaromas intertwine with balsamic accents and candiedviolets undertones. Wine ofgood structure with rich plumflavours, sturdy tannins and anice dry ending.

22002200VViiggnnaa ddeell FFiioorree 22000055Fattoria dei BarbiToscanaBrunello di Montalcino docg$61.75 (SAQ # 10217300)HHHH (90/100)Rich and meaty bouquetrecalling fresh plums and redwild berries with silky floweryundertones and accents offine cured Speck. Round andfilling Brunello carryingrobust, yet soft tannins and anice warm spicy ending.

22002200FFoonnttaalllloorroo 22000077Felsina ToscanaToscana i.g.t.$56.25 (SAQ # 11269419)HHHH (93/100) Fresh red cherries and cassisfragrances cleverly intertwinewith hints of cedar, sweetspices and balsamic under-tones. Expansive and flavourfulwine of great balance endingon a smooth lingering finish.

22001188CCrrooggnnoolloo 22000088Tenuta Sette PontiToscanaToscana igt$31.25 (SAQ # 10297039)HHH (89/100)Rich, sweet and sour bouquet recalling wild berriesintertwined with cedar and vegetal undertones. Warmand tasty full bodied winewith nice bittersweet flavoursand a heady spicy finish.

22002255AArrggeennttiieerraa 22000077Tenuta ArgentieraToscanaBolgheri doc$68.00 (SAQ # 11547378)HHHH (94/100)Expansive, classy and engagingnose of sweet blackberries,candied tomatoes and choco-late ganache intertwined withfresh tobacco, eucalyptus andblack liquorice undertones.Marvelous, sapid and silkywine of great balance offeringa delightful airy finish.

22002255GGuuaaddoo aall TTaassssoo 22000077AntinoriToscanaBolgheri Superiore doc$86.75 (SAQ # 977256)HHHHH (95/100) Suave and silky bouquet offresh black berries, cassis and dark fig fragrances inter-twined with sweet vanilla and refreshing mentholundertones. Refined Bolgheriof amazing depth and fresh-ness with loads of fruit and asuperb, delicate, smoky finish.

22002200BBrruunneelllloo ddii MMoonnttaallcciinnooRRiisseerrvvaa 22000044Fattoria dei BarbiToscanaBrunello di Montalcino docg$84.00 (SAQ # 10215793)HHHH (91/100)Soft and graceful red berryaromas cleverly combine withsmoky sweet vanilla and fem-inine floral accents. Rich andvibrant Brunello with smooth,well-tamed tannins.

22001177VViinnoo nnoobbiillee ddiiMMoonntteeppuullcciiaannoo 22000077PolizianoToscanaVino nobile di Montepulciano docg$26.35 (SAQ # 11194832)HHH (89/100)Intense and complex bouquetof ripe cherries and violetsaromas combined with tar,black liquorice and leatherundertones. Elegant mediumto full body wine with a nicelingering finish.

22001199LLaa MMaassssaa 22000099Fattoria La MassaToscanaToscana igt$26.55 (SAQ # 10517759)HHHH (90/100) Classy and inviting notes of suave blackberries inter-twine with soft smoky vanillaaccents. Smooth and silkybody with well integrated tan-nins ending on a fresh fruityfinish recalling blueberries.

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22001133BBrraammiittoo ddeell CCeerrvvoo 22001100Castello della Sala -AntinoriUmbriaUmbria igt$22.10 (SAQ # 10781971)HHH (88/100) Inviting bouquet of exoticfruits with nice honeycombundertones. Luscious andinviting medium body whitewine with a refreshing andlingering finish.

22001177RRoossssoo OOuuttssiiddeerr 22000055Arnaldo CapraiUmbriaUmbria igt$29.85 (SAQ # 11580821)HHH (89/100)Suave, fresh aromas of cassisand black currant intertwinedwith hints of menthol andsweet vanilla. Dense andflavourful full bodied winewith dry, chewy tannins.

22002244PPiieettrraaddoonniiccee 22000066Casanova di Neri ToscanaRosso di Toscana igt$109.25 (SAQ # 10335154)HHHHH (95/100)Amazingly fresh and elegantbouquet of wild berries andcassis fragrances intertwinedwith complex tar and graphitemineral undertones. Classy,superbly balanced Supertuscanevolving on a smooth, sweetcinnamon finish.

22001144VViittiiaannoo 22000099FalescoUmbriaUmbria igt$15.45 (SAQ # 466029)HHH (86/100)Slightly heady nose of driedberries combined with loftysmoky undertones. Filling,meaty, medium to full bodywine supported by a goodtannic backbone.

22002255OOrrnneellllaaiiaa 22000088Tenuta dell’OrnellaiaToscanaBolgheri Superiore doc$180.00 (SAQ # 11239771)HHHH (94/100)Impressively soft and etherealbouquet of small bush berrieswith hints of lofty cigar box andunderbrush fragrances. A velvety,feminine wine of amazing struc-ture with streaming balsamic andmineral fragrances flowing into along fruity lingering finish.

22002255SSoollaaiiaa 22000077AntinoriToscanaToscana igt$241.50 (SAQ # 10821064)HHHHH (97/100)Meditation wine expressing freshwild berries and plum fragranceselegantly filled with streams ofcedar, roasted cocoa and sweetvanilla. Classy, balanced, rich andfilling full body wine of impressivecharacter lingering endlessly on anice refreshing spicy finish.

22001188MMoonntteeffaallccoo AArrnnaallddoo CCaapprraaii 22000066Arnaldo CapraiUmbriaMontefalco doc$31.75 (SAQ # 11098242)HHHH (90/100) Interesting combination of redberries, rhubarb, caramel andSandal wood fragrances.Massive, filling and tasteful bittersweet red wine with chunky tannins ending on awarm lingering finish.

RRuusstteeggoo 22001100MontresorVeneto Valpolicella doc$12.95 (SAQ # 81794)HH (83/100)Delicate, fruity and femininewine with soft red berry aromas. Fluid, vibrant all-purpose red wine.

PPiinnoott ggrriiggiioo VViivvoolloo ddii SSaassssoo rroosséé 22001100Casa Vinicola Botter Carlo&C.Veneto Veneto igt$11.55 (SAQ # 10790771)HH (82/100)Soft, fresh and floral bouquet.Vibrant and tangy rosé with aslightly vegetal finish.

IIll GGiiaannggiioo 22000099Casa Vinicola ZoninVeneto Gambellara Classico doc$14.25 (SAQ # 642744)HHH (85/100)Lovely, fresh and fruity bouquet with floral accents and green almondsundertones. Tasty, crispy winewith mineral accents.

CChhaarrddoonnnnaayy VViinnooFFrriizzzzaanntteeTenuta Ca’Bolani Veneto Delle Venezie igt$15.95 (SAQ # 211847)HH (83/100)Sweet and fruity bouquetrecalling fresh pears withhints of citrus. Lovely, fizzysemi-sweet wine ideal foraperitif.

SSaannttii NNeelllloo PPrroosseeccccooCasa Vinicola BotterCarlo&C.Veneto Prosecco di Conegliano-Valdobbiane docg$15.75 (SAQ # 10540730)HHH (83/100)Smooth, fresh and fruitysparkling wine with prettyfloral undertones. Soft,creamy mouth with a

refreshing finish.

VVaallppoolliicceellllaa AAlllleeggrriinnii 22001100AllegriniVeneto Valpolicella doc$15.95 (SAQ # 11208747)HH (84/100)Inviting, fresh and fruity bouquetof red berries offering attractiveaccents of raspberry and sweetred peppercorns. Soft and enjoyable Valpolicella with asmooth and vibrant ending.

22001133MMooddeelllliissssiimmoo 22000077MasiVeneto Rosso del Veneto igt$15.95 (SAQ # 11254604)HHH (85/100)Pleasant nose of dry berries,prune and hints of cinnamonspice. Soft and tasty winewith a good refreshing spicy finish.

PPiinnoott GGrriiggiioo VVeerrdduuzzzzooMMaassiiaannccoo 22001100MasiVeneto Bianco delle Venezie igt$16.95 (SAQ # 10439404)HHH (86/100)Charmingly fruity peach andapricot bouquet paired withcitrus and mineral accents.Crisp, medium-bodied winewith flavours of citrus fruitsand a vibrant ending.

22001133MMaallbbeecc VViivvoolloo ddii SSaassssoo 22000099Casa Vinicola Botter Carlo&C.Veneto Veneto igt$16.15 (SAQ # 11557517)HH (84/100)Uncommon grape for the regionthis is a soft version of Malbec.The bouquet is rather smooth withblackberry aromas and gentlenotes of cured meat. A nice fruiti-ness is well balanced by a vibrantacidity and straight tannins.

22002244GGiioorrggiioo PPrriimmoo 22000088Fattoria La MassaToscanaToscana igt$90.25 (SAQ # 11290226)HHHH (94/100)Alluring, gentle and classyaromas of wild berries com-bine with silky vanilla accentsand hints of airy sweet spice.Rich and inviting wine ofgreat finesse evolving on acaressing, lofty finish.

22002244LLuuccee 22000066Luce della ViteToscanaToscana igt$98.50 (SAQ # 10222766)HHHH (94/100)Sophisticated bouquet ofamazing depth recalling freshplum, cherries and chocolatemint with hints of toasted cof-fee beans and black pepper.Warm and filling Supertuscanending on an elegant pepperyfinish.

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22001177PPaallaazzzzoo ddeellllaa TToorrrree22000077AllegriniVeneto Veronese igt$24.95 (SAQ # 907477)HHH (89/100)Deep and complex bouquetof dried figs, leather andraisins. Round and tastymouth of rich, fruity jamflavours that elegantly linger on the palate.

22001177VVaallppoolliicceellllaa RRiippaassssoo22000099TommasiVeneto Valpolicella Classico SuperioreRipasso doc$24.95 (SAQ # 862110)HHH (87/100)Heady, floral bouquet recalling candied violets,plum and cedar. Warm andfruity medium body wine with a vibrant spiciness.

22001133SSooaavvee MMoonnttee CCeerriiaannii 22000088Tenuta Sant’AntonioVeneto Soave doc$19.30 (SAQ # 11028025)HHH (88/100)Rich, fruity and buttery nosewith lovely late summerhoney accents and charmingflowery undertones. Round,flavourful and inviting mouthevolving on nice floral, miner-al and vanilla aromas.

22001166SSeeccccaall 22000088NicolisVeneto Valpolicella Classico SuperioreRipasso doc$22.50 (SAQ # 11027807)HHH (88/100)Floral and vegetal bouquetrecalling figs and dry berriessupported by cedar and bal-samic accents. Filling andattractive wine with a richfruitiness balanced by a vibrantacidity and soft dry tannins.

22001166CCaammppooffiioorriinn 22000088MasiVeneto Rosso del Veronese igt$19.95 (SAQ # 155051)HHH (85/100)Complex nose of plums,prunes, leather, cinnamonspice and violets. Fruity,medium to full body winewith a nice tannic backboneand a refreshing spicy finish.

22002211LLaa GGrroollaa 22000077AllegriniVeneto Veronese igt$29.00 (SAQ # 858753)HHHH (91/100) Suave and concentrated nosedisplaying notes of plum,black olives, cured meats,candied violets and balsamicundertones. Elegantly bal-anced, medium to full bodywine with a smooth, spicy lingering finish.

SSaannttaa MMaarrgghheerriittaaSanta MargheritaVeneto Prosecco Superiore delValdobbiadene docg$20.00 (SAQ # 11379407)HHH (85/100)Soft and attractive Proseccowith classic floral and fruityaromas mixed with nuttyundertones. Good invitingflavours are pleasantlyexhaled by a fine sparkling.

CCrreeaarroo ddeellllaa CCoonnccaadd’’OOrroo 22000088Tommasi Veneto Veronese igt$28.70 (SAQ # 707430)HHHH (90/100) Floral and vegetal bouquetintertwined with dry berriesand Sandal wood undertones.Rich, smooth and tasty winewith loads of fruits and acomforting warm finish.

22001144CChhaarrddoonnnnaayy 22000099JermannFriouli-Venezia Giulia Venezia Giulia igt$28.60 (SAQ # 10835853)HHH (88/100)Rich and floral bouquet displaying peach, pear andapple aromas with streams of citrus and honeycombundertones. Intense, fruitywhite wine with a refreshingmineral finish.

22001188AAmmaarroonnee ddeellllaaVVaallppoolliicceellllaa MMoonnttrreessoorr 22000088MontresorVeneto Amarone della Valpolicella doc$29.95 (SAQ # 240416)HHH (87/100)Sweet and sour bouquet recalling dried figs over jammy cherry accents andspicy Sandal wood. Smooth,fruity wine ending on a vibrantspicy finish with hints of bittersweet cherry aromas.

22001177SSaaggrraammoossoo RRiippaassssoo 22000099Pasqua Vigneti e Cantine Veneto Valpolicella ClassicoSuperiore Ripasso doc$21.80 (SAQ # 602342)HHH (87/100)Rich and fruity bouquet mix-ing fragrances of ripe black-berries, plum, raspberry andchocolate ganache. Lovely,fruity medium body winewith a tickling spicy finish.

22001166BBllaauu && BBllaauu 22000088JermannFriouli-Venezia Giulia Delle Venezie igt$30.50 (SAQ # 11035823)HHH (89/100)Clean, attractive fragrances of black cherry and plum followed by hints of violets,cocoa and sweet clove spice.Smooth, fruity, slightly tannicbody with a lively spicy finish.

22002222AAmmaarroonnee SSeelleezziioonnee 22000066Tenuta Sant’AntonioAmarone della Valpolicella doc$41.50 (SAQ # 10704984)HHHH (90/100)Rich, heady multilayered bouquet of sweet maraschinocherry, plum, prune and fresh tobacco intertwinedwith hints of menthol and cinnamon spice. Rich andspicy wine with loads of bittersweet cherry flavoursevolving on a fragrant andpeppery ending.

22001177FFaarriinnaa 22000077Remo FarinaVenetoAmarone della ValpolicellaClassico doc$34.75 (SAQ # 10271904)HHH (88/100)Rustic and vegetal nose offering leather, underbrushand mushroom undertonesthat given a bit of air slowlyevolve onto maraschino cherryand candied violets aromas.Spicy, bittersweet wine with awarm vibrant finish.

PPiinnoott GGrriiggiioo SSaannttaaMMaarrgghheerriittaa 22001100Santa MargheritaVeneto Valdadige doc$17.95 (SAQ # 964601)HH (84/100)Slightly vegetal bouquet withmineral undertones followedby green peach and exoticfruit fragrances. Vibrant winesmoothly lingering on slightlygreen peach flavours.

22001133CCaappiitteell ddeellllaa CCrroossaarraa 22000088MontresorVeneto Valpolicella Classico ripassodoc$17.95 (SAQ # 10705178)HHH (86/100)Soft floral bouquet intertwin-ing accents of violets, ripeberries, smoky liquorice andcedar undertones. Fruitymouth of medium body with aslightly pungy finish.

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