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Foradori Sale 1-21-26

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Foradori Sale



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Foradori
 
Elisabetta Foradori’s wines occupy a singular place in the world of wine. She is an icon of biodynamics and the natural wine movement. And her wines are classic and pure.
 
Her trailblazing curiosity has led her down a number of different (now trendy) roads long before anyone else in her region, including the use of amphora, a return to the traditional pergola trellis, and an emphasis on polycultural farming practices.
 
Foradori has championed the use of indigenous grapes such as Teroldego, with the help of massale selection, bringing the grape back to its former glory by undoing centuries of poor clonal selection. This approach has enhanced the quality of the wines and ensured the preservation of the local ecosystem for generations to come.
 
5% off any 3-5 in-stock bottles of Foradori
10% off any 6+ or more in-stock bottles of Foradori
 
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Sale ends Saturday, January 24th at 9 am Pacific.
 
We offer ten in-stock Foradori options on sale now, including:
 
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Foradori Fontanasanta Manzoni Bianco Vigneti delle Dolomiti IGT 2024 750ml Displayed Price: $39, that’s $37.05 at 5% off and $35.10 at 10% off, 10 bottles in stock now
James Suckling 94 points “A super-youthful, fragrant and crispy white focused on citrus fruit and wet wool. Flinty depth. This has a savory, vibrant and mineral palate, crisp acidity and light body. Clean, precise finish. Drink now.”
 
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Foradori ‘Fuoripista’ Pinot Grigio Vigneti delle Dolomiti IGT, Trentino-Alto Adige 2020 1.5L Displayed Price: $119, that’s $113.05 at 5% off and $107.10 at 10% off, 4 magnums in stock now
James Suckling 95 points “…So much caramelized-orange aroma, plus pomegranate, oolong tea and rose-petal character. Bone-dry and incredibly lively, this makes you feel glad to be alive! From biodynamically grown grapes with Demeter certification. Drink or hold.”
 
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Foradori Fontanasanta Nosiola Vigneti delle Dolomiti IGT, Trentino-Alto Adige 2023 750ml Displayed Price: $64.50, that’s $61.28 at 5% off and $58.05 at 10% off, 17 bottles in stock now
Winery Note “The only white grape variety native to Trentino, Nosiola was once widespread throughout the region, particularly in the Valle dei Laghi, the hills of Trento, Pressano and Cembra Valley. These areas are still the most suitable areas for its cultivation… Nosiola is linked to the ancient production of the ‘Vino Santo’ in the Valle dei Laghi, while in the hills above Trento, Lavis and the Cembra Valley it is vinified exclusively as a dry wine. It favors clayey-calcareous soils with low fertility and habitats with high biodiversity, where afternoon breezes and cooler night temperatures temper the heat of the day and the loose grape-bunch can remain on the vine until late October. Due to its fairly neutral aromas, in the past Nosiola was usually fermented on the skins. Thus the long maceration can extract the structure and aromas that characterize this wine along with its great longevity.”
 
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Foradori ‘Lezer’ Vigneti delle Dolomiti IGT, Trentino-Alto Adige 2024 750ml Displayed Price: $29.50, that’s $28.03 at 5% off and $26.55 at 10% off, 9 bottles in stock now
James Suckling 92 points “Fresh, crisp and peppery, this is focused on fragrance with redcurrants and flowery aromas. Medium-bodied, it shows zesty acidity, red-fruit flavors and light, silky tannins with a chalkier finish. From organically grown grapes. Drink now.”
 
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Foradori Granato Vigneti delle Dolomiti IGT, Trentino-Alto Adige 2022 750ml Displayed Price: $95, that’s $90.25 at 5% off and $85.50 at 10% off, 5 bottles in stock now
James Suckling 96 points “Dark purple color, with aromas of blackcurrants and earthy clay minerality. The palate is firm but refined, with a full body, lifted acidity and nice tension in the finish, carrying the fruit flavors. From organically and biodynamically grown grapes with Demeter certification. Drink or hold.”
 
Foradori Teroldego Vigneti delle Dolomiti IGT, Trentino-Alto Adige 2023 750ml Displayed Price: $31.90, that’s $30.31 at 5% off and $28.71 at 10% off, 15 bottles in stock now
James Suckling 96 points “Contemporary and fine, vinous and fragrant, this is focused on dark fruit and fresh roses with leather and meaty depth. There is a hidden complexity that slowly reveals itself. Supple on the medium-bodied palate, this has moderate acidity and ripe, elegant tannins with slightly peppery flavors. Fruity and superjuicy with a savory aftertaste. From organically and biodynamically grown grapes with Demeter certification. Drink or hold.”
 
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Foradori ‘Sgarzon’ Teroldego Vigneti delle Dolomiti IGT, Trentino-Alto Adige 2023 750ml Displayed Price: $54.50, that’s $51.78 at 5% off and $49.05 at 10% off, 7 bottles in stock now
Winery Note “‘Sgarzon’ literally means shoot in the Campo Rotaliano. The vines that grow in the Sgarzon vineyard are particularly active and benefit from the cooler climate that characterizes this site. Teroldego’s character changes, it is enriched with an unusual freshness. The eight months spent in amphorae (Tinajas from Villarrobledo, Spain), with skin contact preserves and intensifies the diversity. Together with the Morei vineyard, Sgarzon noticeably expresses the great variability that this variety can express.”
 
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2019 Faiveley
 
5% off any 3-5 in-stock bottles of 2019 vintage Faiveley
10% off any 6+ or more in-stock bottles of 2019 vintage Faiveley
 
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2019 Faiveley sale ends Friday, January 23rd at 9 am Pacific.

Perfectly Aged 2019 Faiveley On Sale Now!


 
FANTASTIC NEWS: we’re putting the 2019 wines of Domaine Faiveley back on sale for a limited time, exclusively for our newsletter customers.

It’s rare for a Burgundy producer to earn the long-term devotion of collectors around the world and continue delivering year after year. Faiveley is one of those rare estates. Defined by remarkable consistency, the domaine offers wines that never miss on quality or pleasure, vintage after vintage. Just as importantly, Faiveley provides unparalleled access to Burgundy’s crus, with a wide range of village, Premier Cru, and Grand Cru bottlings that span both terroir and style. This is an ideal opportunity to begin a Burgundy cellar or thoughtfully build upon one for years to come.

Domaine Background:
Few domaines balance history and forward momentum as convincingly as Domaine Faiveley. Founded in the 19th century and still family-owned seven generations later, the estate has long been a reference point for serious, age-worthy Burgundy. Under the stewardship of Erwan and Eve Faiveley, who assumed leadership in the late 2000s, the domaine has refined its approach while staying true to its roots, producing wines that feel both classically grounded and distinctly modern.

That evolution reshaped how Faiveley expresses its exceptional vineyard holdings. Vinifications became more measured and precise, allowing fruit and site to speak with greater clarity. Tannins are finer, aromatics more expressive, and textures more fluid, particularly in the village and Premier Cru wines. Meanwhile, the Grand Crus retain their authority and structure, ensuring Faiveley’s place as a benchmark for Burgundy built to age.

Nowhere is this balance more compelling than in the 2019 vintage, a year marked by concentration without excess and freshness without austerity. The wines offer depth and polish alongside vibrant energy, making them deeply satisfying today while promising long-term evolution. Red fruit, savory undertones, and mineral tension come together seamlessly, underscoring why 2019 is widely regarded as a modern Burgundy classic.

We’re thrilled to feature a selection of Faiveley 2019s currently on sale, offering rare access to one of Burgundy’s great estates at an exceptional moment in its trajectory. Whether you’re seeking bottles to enjoy now or wines to cellar with confidence, these deliver pedigree, balance, and undeniable charm. Opportunities like this are fleeting, and the 2019s are moving quickly.

5% off any 2-5 in-stock bottles of Faiveley
10% off any 6+ or more in-stock bottles of Faiveley
 
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Sale ends Friday, January 23rd at 9 am Pacific.
 
We have six in-stock 2019 Faiveley options on sale now, including:
 
Faiveley Aux Beaux Bruns, Chambolle-Musigny Premier Cru 2019 750ml Displayed Price: $149, that’s $141.55 at 5% off and $134.10 at 10% off, 14 bottles in stock now
James Suckling 94 points “An unusually firm and structured wine that breaks the mold for this village, usually associated with finesse and delicacy. Deep forest-berry aromas, but also savory and earthy notes. Imposing body that’s brimming with healthy tannins. Bright, mineral finish with excellent complexity.”

Faiveley Les Damodes, Nuits-Saint-Georges Premier Cru 2019 750ml Displayed Price: $119, that’s $113.05 at 5% off and $107.10 at 10% off, 6 bottles in stock now
William Kelley-Wine Advocate 92-94 points “Aromas of cassis, plums, orange rind and spicy new oak preface Faiveley’s 2019 Nuits-Saint-Georges 1er Cru Les Damodes, a medium to full-bodied, deep and lively wine with a concentrated core of fruit, framed by powdery tannins. Concluding with a long, mineral finish, it’s another fine bottling from this cool, high-altitude and northeast-exposed site.”
 
 
Faiveley Les Porets-Saint-Georges, Nuits-Saint-Georges Premier Cru 2019 750ml Displayed Price: $119, that’s $113.05 at 5% off and $107.10 at 10% off, 7 bottles in stock now
Wine Spectator 92 points “Aromas of spearmint and cinnamon accent the core flavors of black cherry and blackberry in this firm red, which is more linear on the finish, where dark fruit mingles with oak spice and mineral elements”
 
Faiveley Les Pruliers, Nuits-Saint-Georges Premier Cru 2019 750ml Displayed Price: $99, that’s $94.05 at 5% off and $89.10 at 10% off, 1 bottles in stock now
Wine Spectator 92 points “Aromas of spearmint and cinnamon accent the core flavors of black cherry and blackberry in this firm red, which is more linear on the finish, where dark fruit mingles with oak spice and mineral elements. The tannins are a touch dry in the end. Best from 2025 through 2040.”
 
Faiveley Volnay-Santenots, Volnay Premier Cru 2019 750ml Displayed Price: $119, that’s $113.05 at 5% off and $107.10 at 10% off, 4 bottles in stock now
No reviews for the 2019 vintage. 2018 provided for reference.
Wine Spectator 93 points “Dark and concentrated, displaying blackberry, black cherry, tar and charred oak flavors. Feels rustic yet there is a solid core of fruit that emerges on the finish, along with a sweetness. Best from 2023 through 2038.”

Faiveley Les Rugiens, Pommard Premier Cru 2019 750ml Displayed Price: $135, that’s $128.25 at 5% off and $121.50 at 10% off, 4 bottles in stock now
No reviews for the 2019 vintage. 2018 provided for reference
Wine Spectator 92 points “A polished style, this red delivers cherry, iron, tobacco and spice flavors. A solid line of tannins lends support as it tightens up on the long finish. Best from 2024 through 2038.”

Monday New Arrivals 1-19-26

In This Newsletter:

Bernard Baudry
New Week – New Arrivals
New Arrivals from Faiveley
René Rostaing New Arrivals
 

New Arrival Featurette

Bernard Baudry
 
Across the board, the wines made by Matthieu Baudry of Bernard Baudry are beautiful, expressive, and delicious. His single vineyard bottlings, including the newly arrived La Croix Boissée.
 
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Bernard Baudry Chinon Les Granges, Loire 2024 750ml $24 special, 11 bottles in stock now
Winemaker Note “This is Loire Cabernet in its purest form, low in alcohol but high in perfume, which the Baudrys harness through low-intervention techniques like aging only in concrete and bottling unfiltered with barely any sulfur. That suave, silky texture is a delight when it swishes over the palate, especially when matched to a simple meal from fresh ingredients. A cool glass of this cuvée proves that magic is not just in the air, but in Chinon, it’s also in the soil.”
 
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Bernard Baudry Chinon La Croix Boissée, Loire 2022 750ml $56.50 special, 12 bottles in stock now
No reviews for 2022 vintage. 2021 provided for reference.
Yohan Castaing-Wine Advocate 90 points “Matured for two years in used barrels and an additional nine months in tanks, the 2021 Chinon La Croix Boissée reveals a complex bouquet of plums, mulberries, spices and smoke, intertwined with carnal, meaty notes. Medium to full-bodied, layered and textured, it is chiseled and tense with an enveloping core of fruit and structured, firm tannins that transition into a meaty finish. While the phenols slightly detract from the powdery, delicate texture of the tannins, it remains poised.”
 
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New Week – New Arrivals
 
Oregon

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Hundred Suns ‘Old Eight Cut’ Pinot Noir, Willamette Valley 2024 750ml $31.90 special, 36 bottles in stock now
Winery Note “Ripe cherry, crimson cassis, and fleshy strawberry surround a vinbrant core of juicy acidity. The Old Eight Cut refers to a diamond cut dating back to the 1400s using simple tools and few cuts to enhance the natural brilliance of the stone without disguising its true nature. Ample rainfall and a mild spring set the stage for an exceptional vintage. Warm weather persisted through September, followed by cooler temperatures that allowed for slow and careful picking. Fermented with natural yeast and partial whole clusters, the 2024 vintage is full of surprises. Bottled unfined & unfiltered.”
 
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Kelley Fox Wines “Black Cap” Raspberry Wine NV 375ml $49 special, 5 half-bottles in stock now
“For those of you who have never had the distinct pleasure and privilege of tasting these rare and precious berries, that aromatic contains supremely concentrated raspberries, a mélange of Indian spices, tea leaves, pomegranate seed, and fresh loam under a moonlit sky and charcoal. The flavor is of savory black currants, red beet, Japanese apricots, cranberries, and blueberry extract. These are not common wine descriptors and that is because this is the most uncommon wine that you will ever experience. Savory but hauntingly sweet in its own way and with multiple sips reinforcing that undertone.” – Jim Anderson, Patricia Green Cellars
 
 
California
 
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Merry Edwards Russian River Valley Chardonnay, Anderson Valley 2022 750ml $49 special, 12 bottles in stock now
Wine Enthusiast 93 points “This is one of two white wines the iconic Pinot Noir winery produces. It is meant as a companion to complement their various expressions of Pinot Noir. It is a classic cool-climate Chardonnay offering supple, exuberant aromas of baked spiced apple, nectarine, candied orange rind, and cantaloupe on the nose. The palate continues to expand the nose, with rich Tahitian vanilla bean, blood orange juice, and moderate acidity on the finish.”
 
Bedrock Wine Co. Old Vine Zinfandel, Sonoma Valley 2023 750ml $24 special, 12 bottles in stock now
Wine Spectator 93 points “Brooding and brambly but keenly structured, with black cherry and dark plum flavors highlighted by briar patch, orange peel and green peppercorn as this gathers tension and tannins on the finish. Drink now through 2034. 300 cases made.”
 
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Ridge Vineyards Estate Cabernet Sauvignon, Santa Cruz Mountains 2023 750ml $64.50 special, 12 bottles in stock now
Owen Bargreen 93 points “The 2023 ‘Santa Cruz Mountains’ Cabernet Sauvignon has 15% Merlot blended in. It is refined and elegant on the tongue, as the toasty oak caresses a gorgeous core of dark currants, black cherry compote and espresso bean notes alongside gravelly soils. Very fresh and vibrant, with terrific acidity, enjoy now and over the next ten plus years. Drink 2025-2035.”
 
 
France – Burgundy
 
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Domaine Pierre Morey Bourgogne Aligoté 2023 750ml $39 special, 3 bottles in stock now
“The 2023 Bourgogne Aligoté, which had been bottled, offers lilting citrus peel and clementine scents on the nose that just need a little coaxing from the glass. The palate is well balanced with an underlying sapidity, slightly viscous in texture with veins of lemongrass towards the persistent finish. This is a fine upstanding Aligoté from Anne Morey.” -Neal Martin, Vinous
 
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Domaine Pierre Morey Bourgogne Cote d’Or Chardonnay 2023 750ml $69 special, 2 bottles in stock now
“The 2023 Bourgogne Côte d’Or Blanc, taken from barrel, sprints out of the blocks on the nose with lime, clementine and very light kerosene scents in the background. This has good concentration. The palate is quite phenolic on the entry, overtly spicy with veins of stem ginger and finishes quite powerful and sustained. Very fine.” -Neal Martin, Vinous
 
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Domaine Pierre Morey Meursault Les Tessons 2023 750ml $219 special, 2 bottles in stock now
“The 2023 Meursault Les Tessons has a clean, precise nose, quite Puligny in style with citrus peel and crushed stone scents plus light touches of apple blossom. The palate is well balanced with a spicy opening and fine weight, though it just needs a little more complexity and mineralité on the finish.” -Neal Martin, Vinous
 
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Domaine Pierre Morey Perrières, Meursault Premier Cru 2023 750ml $369 special, 1 bottle in stock now
Winery Note “Meursault Perrières is an astonishing structured wine, powerful on one hand, mineral on the other hand, and the ampleness et une longueur in the mouth is unrivalled.”
 
 
France – Other
 
Charles-le-Bel ‘Inspiration 1818’ Brut, Champagne NV 750ml $41.90 special, 35 bottles in stock now
Billecart-Salmon Winemaker’s Note “Sparkling and crystalline with fine and plentiful bubbles. A blooming nose with harmonious notes of butter, white flesh fruits as well as Mirabelle plums and dried fruits. A well-balanced mouth, structured thanks to the greatness of the Pinot Noirs, with flavors of white flesh fruits. The chardonnay brings to this wine a refreshing finish with notes of citrus fruits and pepper. For over 20 years, the Billecart-Salmon House has been crafting a second champagne. Discover the wine known under the name of Inspiration 1818, echoing the family’sestate’s year of creation. The qualities of this champagne are approved by the same tasting committee as the rest of the Billecart-Salmon champagne range. Chardonnay 37%, Pinot Meunier 30%, Pinot Noir 33%.”
 
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Clos du Tue-Boeuf Touraine Le Petit Buisson, Loire 2024 750ml $29.50 special, 11 bottles in stock now
Importer Note “100% Sauvignon Blanc. Tue Boeuf has been sourcing from this site known as Petit Buisson on the north bank of the Cher since 2003. It is an organically farmed, hand-harvested, 1.4-hectare parcel of 35-40-year-old vines on flinty clay-limestone soils. Typical of Tue Boeuf whites, Petit Buisson fruit is whole-cluster-pressed and allowed to ferment spontaneously with native yeasts and without sulfur in large oak tanks. The wine ages for around 6 months in used Burgundy barrels, without racking and with occasional stirring of the lees; it is bottled without fining or filtration and with a minute quantity of sulfur. As of the 2019 vintage, the wine is classified as Vin de France rather than AOC Touraine.”
 
Thomas-Labaille Sancerre Les Monts Damnes Chavignol, Loire 2024 750ml $41.90 special, 24 bottles in stock now
Importer Note “100% Sauvignon Blanc. Thomas-Labaille has vines averaging thirty years old with some much older on the famously steep slope of Monts Damnés in Chavignol. They are sustainably farmed and harvested by hand. The wine is fermented with native yeasts in fiberglass and cement tanks, aged on its lees in stainless steel tanks (with a small proportion of used barrel in some vintages) for four to six months and bottled without filtration. “
 
 
Italy – Sicily
 
Tenuta delle Terre Nere Rosso Etna, Sicily 2024 750ml $33 special, 9 bottles in stock now
Winery Note “Colour: ruby red. Nose: ripe fruits and sweet spices. Flavour: fresh, fine balanced and rich, very elegant.”
 
 
New Zealand
 
Kumeu River Village Chardonnay, Kumeu 2024 750ml $21.90 special, 24 bottles in stock now
Erin Larken-Wine Advocate 92 points “The 2024 Village Chardonnay had just been freshly bottled when I tasted it at the estate in Kumeu in March 2025. The other 2024 Chardonnays were tasted as tank samples prior to filtration and bottling soon. The wine leads with yellow citrus and crushed shells. It is texturally fine, sleek and tightly coiled around a core of salty acidity. It is complex but composed and very good.”
 
Mohua Sauvignon Blanc, Marlborough 2023 750ml $16 special, 24 bottles in stock now
The Tasting Panel 93 points “Intense aromas of straw, grapefruit, and elderflower exhibit on the palate as well, with vibrancy intact. Pineapple upside down cake, chervil, green tea, and glistening lime zest are memorable. Elegant, with a lovely presence.”
 
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Te Mata Estate Cape Crest Sauvignon Blanc, Hawke’s Bay 2022 750ml $34.50 special, 9 bottles in stock now
Erin Larken-Wine Advocate 95 points “The 2022 Cape Crest Sauvignon Blanc is composed and tight. It’s such a pretty wine. In terms of its ilk, it aligns perhaps with the 2011. I like it so much. This is an elegant and quiet iteration of this wine, with flowering herbs, crushed shells, chalk, a hint of aniseed and crushed nuts. It’s a gorgeous wine with a long future in front of it. Interestingly, while I believe this will age gracefully, it is such a controlled and cool wine now that I would suggest that drinking it at any interval would allow it to show its pedigree. Super. The wines are better at the younger end of this vertical than the beginning, which is a great thing for the winery—and an even better thing for us, the drinkers.”
 
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Te Mata Estate Vineyards Gamay Noir, Hawke’s Bay 2024 750ml $26.50 special, 11 bottles in stock now
Wine Enthusiast 92 points “With a vibrant cherry juice tint, this North Island Gamay pops with raspberry and blackberry gumdrops, the vanilla, ground spice and undergrowth notes tucked below. Feather light, it’s far from the most complex wine in the Te Mata red stable, but there’s a juicy drinkability here that we wine geeks too often underrate. Slurp slurp.”
 


New Arrivals from Faiveley
 
The seventh generation of Faiveleys, siblings Eve and Erwan Faiveley, have transformed the winemaking. Their style retains the age-worthiness that defined the domaine, while coaxing out more youthful charm.
 
In Stock Now:
 
Domaine Faiveley Mercurey Clos Rochette Monopole Blanc 2023 750ml $59 special, 6 bottles in stock now
Importer Note “This wine reveals exceptionally complex aromas and a fresh nose offering white flowers and spices. The lively attack gives way to a smooth, oily palate thanks to its oak ageing. The flavous and aromas combine harmoniously resulting in a beautifully elegant wine.”
 
Domaine Faiveley Gevrey-Chambertin Vieilles Vignes 2023 750ml $97 special, 6 bottles in stock now
Wine Spectator 92 points “This shows purity and finesse, setting the stage for cherry, strawberry, rose, mineral and spice flavors. This red is deftly balanced, with excellent length and the impression of approachability.”
 
Domaine Faiveley Nuits-Saint-Georges ‘Les Montroziers’ 2023 750ml $99 special, 6 bottles in stock now
Importer Note “Intense garnet red hue and aromas of fruit, oak and spice on the nose. The palate reveals a smooth, rich attack, velvety tannins and good balance. A delicate, seductive and very elegant wine.”
Winery Note “With this name, we pay tribute to Maurice Colrat de Montrozier, statesman, great uncle and witness at Guy and Yvonne Faiveley’s wedding in June 1945. This union symbolised two worlds coming together: that of wine, represented by Guy, the fifth generation of winemakers, and that of the railways, embodied by Yvonne, the daughter of the founder of Faiveley Transports. This cuvée is a blend of 4 hectares spread from the north to the south of Nuits-Saint-Georges, and from the bottom to the top of the hillsides. The very pebbly ‘Argillats’ contributes delicate aromas, while the flat ‘Lavières’, consisting of marl, silt and hard limestone, imparts concentration and depth to the wine.”
 
Domaine Faiveley Clos des Myglands Monopole, Mercurey Premier Cru 2023 750ml $66 special, 6 bottles in stock now
Wine Spectator 92 points “Cherry, raspberry and plum fruit is woven into the silky texture, picking up floral, earth, iron and oak spice notes while building to the lingering aftertaste. Shows fine balance and length; this just needs time to integrate.”
 
Domaine Faiveley Les Cazetiers, Gevrey-Chambertin Premier Cru 2023 750ml $248 special, 12 bottles in stock now
William Kelley-Wine Advocate 93-95 points “The 2023 Gevrey-Chambertin 1er Cru Les Cazetiers is a beauty, bursting with notes of cherries, raspberries, rose petals and incense. Medium to full-bodied, pure and polished, with an ample core of fruit, lively acids and a saline finish, it’s especially perfumed and sensual this year.”
 
Domaine Faiveley Corton ‘Clos des Cortons Faiveley’ Monopole Grand Cru 2023 750ml $488 special, 6 bottles in stock now
Stuart Pigott-James Suckling 96 points “Really cool and stony for the very warm vintage, this is a great expression of Corton with bright red berry fruit and a touch of blood oranges but all the structure we expect from this amazing site. The straight, long finish has a radical minerality that makes this extremely exciting. From organically grown grapes. Matured in a half-and-half mix of new oak barriques and once-used casks. Drink or hold.”
 
Domaine Faiveley Latricieres-Chambertin Grand Cru 2023 750ml $519 special, 6 bottles in stock now
William Kelley-Wine Advocate 94-96 points “Insiders know how good this cuvée is chez Faiveley, and the 2023 Latricières-Chambertin Grand Cru is another excellent rendition, offering up aromas of sweet wild berries, rose petals, orange zest and vine smoke, followed by a medium to full-bodied, fleshy but ethereal palate that’s refined, precise and mineral.”
 
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René Rostaing
 
New Arrivals
 
René Rostaing founded his estate in the 1970s, working with family parcels in the Côte Blonde and La Landonne regions of the Northern Rhone appellation of the Côte Rôtie. The estate has since expanded, now including the Côte Bonnette parcel in Condrieu, old vines in Lézardes (just outside Côte Rôtie and bottled under the IGP Collines Rhodaniennes), as well as an estate in the Coteaux du Languedoc, where the estate’s Puech Noble wines originate.
 
For fans of the Northern Rhone, these are iconic, classic wines like no other. Eschewing 100% new oak and other modern stylings, the estate is not afraid of using modern technology as long as it aids in performing traditional practices.

Since 2015, René’s son Pierre has managed the estate, guided by tradition and aided by his retired father. The results are some of the most sought-after wines in the entire Rhone.

New Arrivals:
 
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Domaine Rene Rostaing Les Lezardes Viognier, IGP Collines Rhodaniennes 2024 750ml $39 special, 6 bottles in stock now
Nicolas Greinacher-Vinous 88-90 points “Fermented with 60% whole clusters, the 2023 Syrah Les Lézardes opens with raspberry, black cherry, cedar and spicy subtleties of moderate intensity. Medium-bodied, round and juicy, the inviting 2023 frames a delicate tannic structure and winds down with adequate freshness on the bright finish.”
 
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Domaine Rene Rostaing Les Lezardes Syrah, IGP Collines Rhodaniennes 2023 750ml $49 special, 6 bottles in stock now
No review for the 2023. 2022 review provided for reference.
Nicolas Greinacher-Vinous 90 points “White peach, apricot, yellow apple and a touch of mango come alive in the aromatic and juicy 2023 Viognier Les Lézardes. Neatly balanced by sufficient freshness, the 2023 is an uplifting Viognier from Pierre Rostaing and can be enjoyed upon release. (Drink between 2025-2027).”
 
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Domaine René Rostaing Côte Rôtie Ampodium 2023 750ml $99 special, 6 bottles in stock now
Decanter 93 points “A medium-bodied style, this has a good sense of vibrancy, lovely bright acidity and crunchy, defined tannins. Raspberry scented, with blood orange notes too — it’s very fresh but ripe, with great energy and pep. Not hugely concentrated, but there’s a lovely taut, briskly tannic structure. 90% whole bunches this year — Tupin was destemmed a bit.”
 
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Domaine René Rostaing Côte Rôtie Côte Blonde 2023 750ml $239 special, 2 bottles in stock now
Jeb Dunnuck 94-96 points “Black and blue fruits, crushed stone, and mineral notes all emerge from 2023 Côte Rôtie Côte Blonde, which comes from a site of slightly more granitic soils located in the middle of the appellation. Medium to full-bodied and very elegant, it has more velvety tannins than La Landonne, with a supple, seamless style that’s pure and perfumed, which is what this site always seems to yield.”
 
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Domaine René Rostaing Côte Rôtie La Landonne 2023 750ml $215 special, 2 bottles in stock now
Jeb Dunnuck 96-98 points “A rocking bouquet of red and blue fruits, smoke, and violets defines the 2023 Côte Rôtie La Landonne, which comes from one of the greatest terroirs for Syrah in the world, the La Landonne lieu-dit situated in the heart of Côte Rôtie. Classic in every way with its rich, layered, yet regal style, it’s medium to full-bodied and has a smoking good mid-palate and sweet yet building tannins. It’s another magical wine from this estate that readers would love to have in their cellar.”
 
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Domaine René Rostaing Languedoc Puech Noble Blanc 2023 750ml $27 special, 24 bottles in stock now
No reviews for the 2023 vintage. 2021 review provided for reference.
Jeb Dunnuck 89 points “A blend of Vermentino, Grenache Blanc, and Viognier, the 2021 Languedoc Puech Noble Blanc is a juicy, citrus, pear, and honeysuckle-scented white that’s medium-bodied, nicely balanced, and has a clean, dry finish. It’s going to be versatile on the dinner table and keep for a year or two.”
 
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Domaine René Rostaing Condrieu La Bonnette 2023 750ml $89 special, 2 bottles in stock now
Nicolas Greinacher-Vinous 93 points “The 2023 Condrieu La Bonnette showcases redolent apricot, honeysuckle, banana and white peach tones. Medium-bodied with lifting freshness and spot-on balance, the 2023 is absolutely delicious. This is a magnificent Condrieu. True to Rostaing’s house style, this Condrieu sees no oak and its malolactic conversion was blocked to preserve both aromatic purity and citrus-like acidity. (Drink between 2025-2029).”
 
Domaine René Rostaing Les Lezardes Syrah, IGP Collines Rhodaniennes 2022 750ml $49 special, 6 bottles in stock now
Jeb Dunnuck 89-91 points “Juicy red fruits, pepper, and violet notes all emerge from the 2022 Collines Rhodaniennes Les Lézardes, a medium-bodied, elegant Syrah that’s going to offer ample pleasure right out of the gate.”
 
Domaine René Rostaing Côte Rôtie La Landonne 2022 750ml $184.50 special, 3 bottles in stock now
Jeb Dunnuck 95-97 points “The 2022 Côte Rôtie La Landonne ratchets everything up a notch, offing a darker, meaty style in its smoked black fruits, raw steak, ground pepper, and graphite notes. It’s medium to full-bodied and has ripe, polished tannins and terrific overall balance.”
 
Domaine René Rostaing Côte Rôtie Côte Blonde 2021 750ml $199 special, 2 bottles in stock now
Decanter 95 points “Relatively pale this year. It shows a floral expression of violets, and in the mouth it’s light-bodied, fresh and with good acidity. The tannins are much friendlier than La Landonne, it’s quite a light and gentle Côte Blonde this year, but the balance is good even if the concentration is fairly light. This will drink well young. It saw four weeks in tank, 18 months in oak, using limited new oak, natural yeasts, and as many stems as possible. The only single-vineyard bottlings in 2021 will be La Landonne and Côte Blonde – and that’s if they are not eventually blended into Ampodium.”
 
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Vietti Sale 1-17-26

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Vietti is one of the benchmark producers in Barolo—a name that stands alongside Conterno, Mascarello, and Gaja in the short-list for the greatest in the region. Their style can be described as neo-classical. The wines aren’t ultra-traditional, but they do combine what the former owners and winemakers, Luca Currado and Elena Penna, value most about traditional wines of the Piedmont with modern cellar practices. The result is a set of wines that show tons of Nebbiolo character and distinct terroir signatures, but with a certain elegance that’s all Vietti.
 
The Barolos are the crown jewels of the estate. They represent the best sites under the Vietti’s spade. Organically farmed across the board, these wines offer a fantastic snapshot of the diversity of terroir in Barolo with a distinctive house style. Highly collectible and crafted in limited amounts, these promise decades of enjoyment after they shed their baby fat. Don’t skip their Barbaresco, either. It’s less well known, but no less a wine than its siblings.
 
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The 2020 Castiglione is the final vintage to bear the name, which is a tribute to the commune of Castiglione Falletto, where the winery is located. It is a blend of grapes from their top Barolo holdings, including Bussia and Ravera.
 
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Vietti Castiglione, Barolo DOCG 2020 750ml Displayed Price: $59, that’s $56.05 at 5% off and $53.10 at 10% off, 17 bottles in stock now
James Suckling 94 points “Racy and focused. I like the aromas of lavender, violet and white roses alongside strawberry, cranberry and stone. Medium body, with firm and fine tannins that are long and succulent. It’s fine and polished.”
 
The Brunate cru is in the La Morra region of Barolo, and is known for its elegance and finesse. The soils are rich in limestone and clay. Vietti describes the wines as offering “soft, rounded and velvety tannins” with an “explosive, powerful and big” nose showing “plum, citrusy hints of cedar and grapefruit, and hints of spices.”
 
Vietti Brunate, Barolo DOCG 2018 750ml Displayed Price: $199, that’s $189.05 at 5% off and $179.10 at 10% off, 6 bottles in stock now
Monica Larner-Wine Advocate 95 points “With fruit from La Morra, the mid-weight 2018 Barolo Brunate shows a pretty softness and a delicate side with dried rose, lilac and blue flower. The wine completes malolactic fermentation in barrique and is later moved into large oak casks for aging. This dual oak treatment is part of Vietti’s secret recipe for producing the silky tannins and fine texture you taste here. A production of 4,493 bottles, the wine is recognized by that distinctive aromatic finale of licorice and balsam herb.”
 
Vietti Brunate, Barolo DOCG 2020 750ml Displayed Price: $219, that’s $208.05 at 5% off and $197.10 at 10% off, 6 bottles in stock now
James Suckling 97 points “Harmonious and seductive with endless counts of aromas in good depth. Strawberries, crushed raspberries, fresh lavender, tile, mineral and mild spices. Medium to full body with chalky, powerful tannins. Bright and tense at the center with extensive development with sour cherries, mineral, white pepper and grapefruit. The lengthy finish is focused, precise and taut.”
 
Complex and balanced even in its youth, Cerequio offers a fair amount of tannins that make it an under-the-radar star in the cellar. This historic vineyard results in wines of unmatched “elegance and balance,” according to the winery.
 
Vietti Cerequio, Barolo DOCG 2018 750ml Displayed Price: $219, that’s $208.05 at 5% off and $197.10 at 10% off, 7 bottles in stock now
Antonio Galloni-Vinous 97 points “The 2018 Barolo Cerequio is a new wine in this range. Soaring aromatics and bright, red-toned fruit give the Cerequio its effusive personality. Nuanced and deep, with tremendous complexity and tons of character, the Cerequio is dazzling. This is everything a great Barolo from Cerequio should be. In other words: textbook. More over, it’s one of the best wines of this very uneven vintage.”
 
Vietti Cerequio, Barolo DOCG 2019 750ml Displayed Price: $249, that’s $236.55 at 5% off and $224.10 at 10% off, 4 bottles in stock now
Antonio Galloni-Vinous 98 points “The 2019 Barolo Cerequio is a worthy follow up to the stellar 2018. Aromatic and deeply pitched, the 2019 races across the palate with remarkable depth and intensity. Crushed rted berry fruit, rose petal, mint, and cinnamon all open in the glass, but it is the wine’s silkiness and suppleness that impresses most. A kick of acids and tannins puts an exclamation point on the finish. This is a gorgeous Cerequio that takes all the finesse this site offers, and then turns up the volume. What a wine.”
 
Known for its brash and powerful wines, the Lazzarito cru is at the top of the hill overlooking Serralunga. Vietti describes the wines as “robust and potent, with a taut, mineral finish” and “stark, sharp and very profound” tannins with a “sweet persistence” on the finish.
 
Vietti Lazzarito, Barolo DOCG 2019 750ml Displayed Price: $239, that’s $227.05 at 5% off and $215.10 at 10% off, 19 bottles in stock now
Monica Larner-Wine Advocate 98 points “With fruit from Serralunga d’Alba, the Vietti 2019 Barolo Lazzarito is a historic cornerstone wine of this mighty portfolio. It is also one of the Vietti Barolos that consistently delivers extreme quality and pleasure with each new release. Like the other wines presented here, winemaking is straightforward, with submerged cap fermentations lasting 30 to 35 days (although those times were reduced in 2019 because this vintage was not suited to long maceration times). Serralunga d’Alba always delivers power and richness. There are aromas of dried tobacco leaf, perfumed tea, crushed rose and iron ore. The bouquet is extremely expressive.”
 
Vietti Lazzarito, Barolo DOCG 2020 750ml Displayed Price: $219, that’s $208.05 at 5% off and $197.10 at 10% off, 6 bottles in stock now
James Suckling 96 points “There is a little more savoriness here, showing contained power. Tar and dark minerality. Plenty of forest berries, dried orange peel, frozen grapefruit and raspberries. Very structured and full-bodied, with firm, chewy tannins rendering the bold austere quality to the wine. But at the end, this is focused and taut, with a crunchy, spicy finish full of length. From organically grown grapes. Vegan. Drinkable now if you are willing to embrace austerity, but this should be better from 2027.”
 
Monvigliero in Verduno results in some of Barolos most sought-after wines, and Vietti’s is no exception. Described by Vietti as offering an “intense yet delicate” notes with “rounded, silky and persistent” tannins and unrivaled “aromatic complexity and gustative depth.”
 
Vietti Monvigliero, Barolo DOCG 2020 750ml Displayed Price: $219, that’s $208.05 at 5% off and $197.10 at 10% off, 6 bottles in stock now
James Suckling 99 points “One of the palest and most perfumed Barolos from Vietti with a transparent, ruby-orange hue. This is a super nuanced, elegant, expressive and ethereal Monvigliero that grows on me, with enchanting notes of grilled grapefruit, thyme, frozen raspberries and mineral. A subtle splash of white pepper and mezcal-like smokiness. Really refined and transparent, with some citrus and mineral tensions that are closely knit with the fine, crumbled tannins. So much finesse and detail here, and its complexity will continue to unwind. Really composed, soulful and mind-blowing! An otherworldly, idiosyncratic Barolo that actually reminded me of the finest Gredo garnacha. A big wow that deserves attention. Vegan. Best with a Burgundy glass. Can drink now or from 2027.”
 
“Powerful yet elegant,” is how importer Della Terra describes this wine. Ravera in Novello results in vibrant, age-worthy wines with a classic structure, “vibrant and vertical” acidity, and slowly-building profundity upon opening.
 
Vietti Ravera, Barolo DOCG 2018 750ml Displayed Price: $199, that’s $189.05 at 5% off and $179.10 at 10% off, 12 bottles in stock now
Antonio Galloni-Vinous 95+ points “The 2018 Barolo Ravera is a wine of real depth and vertical structure. As always, the Ravera is a taut, nervy Barolo built on energy more than volume. Readers will have to be patient, as the Ravera is likely to require a number of years to be at its most expressive. Even in the early going, it is vibrant and full of life. Rose petal, chalk, blood orange and white pepper lend striking exotic top notes that are quite suggestive of what the future is going to bring. What a gorgeous Barolo this is.”
 
Vietti Ravera, Barolo DOCG 2021 750ml Displayed Price: $269, that’s $255.55 at 5% off and $242.10 at 10% off, 6 bottles in stock now
Monica Larner-Wine Advocate 98+ points “You could argue that this is the wine with the fasting growing quality trajectory because this vineyard site is one of those rare places in the appellation that appears to improve despite (or more likely because of) a changing climate. Ravera enjoys an open panorama (at 400 to 440 meters in elevation) that extends to the snow-capped Alps and benefits from cooler air currents, coupled with an amazing quality of light that you notice with the naked eye. The 2021 Barolo Ravera saw its fruit harvested later than the other wines, on October 11th, and continued with a classic Vietti-style fermentation with 20-plus days of skin contact. Simply put, what Ravera offers is complexity (and strength) with hints of bergamot, citrus, herbs, mineral and salt over a tightly concentrated mouthfeel. The quality of the tannins and the freshness of this 2021 are impressive, and that citrusy note continues with tangerine skin and kumquat. Production is 8,700 bottles.”
 
Rocche di Castiglione Falletto is one of the oldest and most famous vineyards in Barolo. While Giacosa’s bottling might be the most famous and strictly traditional, Vietti’s showcases the innovative cellar practices to highlight the powerful concentration of this complex yet elegant wine.
 
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Vietti Rocche di Castiglione, Barolo DOCG 2020 750ml Displayed Price: $219, that’s $208.05 at 5% off and $197.10 at 10% off, 6 bottles in stock now
Antonio Galloni-Vinous 96 points “The 2020 Barolo Rocche di Castiglione is a magical wine from a magical site. It marries finesse and volume to a degree that is not found in most of the other wines in this range. Castiglione Falletto is the center of the Barolo production zone, literally and figuratively, the place where many different soil types meet. As a result, the wines often possess mind-blowing balance, which is very much the case here.”
 
Vietti Rocche di Castiglione, Barolo DOCG 2021 750ml Displayed Price: $269, that’s $255.55 at 5% off and $242.10 at 10% off, 6 bottles in stock now
Monica Larner-Wine Advocate 98+ points “This is a serious beauty that reminds us of the brilliant work underway at this leading estate. Yes, ownership has changed over recent years, but this wine remains “Rocche-solid.” From an epic vintage, the Vietti 2021 Barolo Rocche di Castiglione is a classic with those elegant mineral notes of glacial till and flake salt followed by carefully ripened fruit, blackcurrant and a finely tuned floral note of fragrant tea leaf that hits the high notes. The effect is ethereal but also precise. Fruit comes from two parcels, one planted in 1958 and the other in 1969, and the blend is half of each fermented together. Fruit was picked on October 1st, and the wine saw 24 days on the skins. The first year this wine was produced is 1961. The Rocche di Castiglione site has 35% sand with marl soils that continue to evolve, kicking out more new sand. Only 3,728 bottles exist, and that’s the bad news.”
 
Also hailing from Castiglion Falletto, Villero yields exceptional Barolos of depth, complexity, and ageability. Bottled only in the finest vintages, the 2016 is one for the ages—and quite possibly the finest ever in this century.
 
Vietti Villero, Barolo Riserva DOCG 2016 750ml Displayed Price: $549, that’s $521.55 at 5% off and $494.10 at 10% off, 6 bottles in stock now
Wine Spectator 98 points “Complex aromas and flavors of cherry, raspberry, rose, wild herbs, stony mineral and autumn woods are the hallmarks of this elegant red, which is beginning to reveal all of its facets yet is still structured. Leaves a chalky feel of refined tannins on the long finish. Best from 2026 through 2045. 370 cases made, 60 cases imported.”
 
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Vie di Romans Sale 1-16-26

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Vie di Romans is one of the flagship wineries of Italy’s northern-eastern region of Friuli. Named for the ancient Roman road that defines one of their vineyards, they sit in the prestigious Isonzo section of the region. The section’s warmer micro-climate yields powerful, rich whites.
 
The winery holds their wines back for an extra year, accentuating the balance of power and minerality. These are some of the most intriguing, food-friendly bottles around, including their lush Chardonnays and complex Sauvignon Blancs. Their indigenous whites include the ‘Dolée’ Friulano and the Flors di Uis blend. The Dolée has fascinating aromatics of green herbs and ripe citrus, with a rich and decedent body. The Flors du Uis is a blend of Malvasia Istriana, Riesling (referred to as “Rhein Riesling”), and Friulano. This wine is exotic and aromatic, with beautiful richness and a dry finish.
 
Given the quality of the wines, we always expect their prices to be higher—but Friuli remains one of the last great bargains for exceptional bottles. If you’re a drinker of Sancerre, top-end California Chardonnay, or white Burgundy, you owe it to yourself to stock your cellar with these.
 
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Vie di Romans Chardonnay Friuli Isonzo, Friuli-Venezia Giulia 2022 750ml Displayed Price: $44.50, that’s $42.28 at 5% off and $40.05 at 10% off, 19 bottles in stock now
Eric Guido-Vinous 94 points “The 2022 Chardonnay mixes richness with energy and savory with sweetness, as crushed yellow apples and gingery spice combine with minty herbs and wet stone. This is soothingly round and enveloping, quite textural, with waves of ripe green melon and mineral-tinged apricots coasting across a stream of zesty acidity. The 2022 finishes youthfully tense, structured and spicy, with hints of baked pear and cardamom that resonate. While a bit backward today, the potential here is off the charts. Vie di Romans has decided to begin holding back their wines longer in the cellar to allow them to develop further before release, and I think this is a perfect example of how insightful that decision was.”
 
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Vie di Romans Ciampagnis Chardonnay Friuli Isonzo, Friuli-Venezia Giulia 2022 750ml Displayed Price: $39.50, that’s $37.53 at 5% off and $35.55 at 10% off, 26 bottles in stock now
Eric Guido-Vinous 93 points “The 2022 Chardonnay Ciampagnis is a seductress, tempting the imagination with a beguiling array of crushed nectarines infused with tropical citrus, hints of curry leaves and sweet, sweet spice. It impresses further with a balance of contrasts, mixing tart orchard fruits and notes of green citrus with cooling acidity and a flourish of apricot toward the close. Incredibly fresh and dramatically long, the Ciampagnis finishes with staining length and gently tannic, leaving a pleasantly tart sensation that lingers.”
 
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Vie di Romans Dolée Friulano Friuli Isonzo, Friuli-Venezia Giulia 2021 750ml Displayed Price: $44.50, that’s $42.28 at 5% off and $40.05 at 10% off, 24 bottles in stock now
Eric Guido-Vinous 92 points “The 2021 Friulano Dolée is exotically spiced and vibrant in the glass, with an intense burst of lemon meringue complemented by sweet mint and crystallized ginger. Silky and supple on the palate, this boasts ultra-ripe citrus and orchard fruits balanced by stimulating acidity. This finishes with outstanding length and is spicy with lingering tropical melon notes. While the 2021 comes across as sweet, it’s just a trick of the acidity and fruit, as this finished at only 1.2 grams of residual sugar.”
 
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Vie di Romans Flors di Uis Friuli Isonzo, Friuli-Venezia Giulia 2022 750ml Displayed Price: $41.90, that’s $39.81 at 5% off and $37.71 at 10% off, 19 bottles in stock now
Eric Guido-Vinous 93 points “Understated yet beautifully refined, the 2022 Bianco Flors di Uis keeps the taster coming back to the glass with its pretty blend of lime sorbet, chamomile, spring flowers and white smoke. It flows across the palate with a sensation of liquid stone and minerals, elevated by lively acidity as a core of candied lemon is contrasted by tart green apple fruit. The 2022 finishes with a lingering concentration and tart citrus pith bitterness, yet through it all, the mouth is left salivating for more. Readers may have a hard time keeping their hands off in its youth, yet I advise patience. This Flors di Uis is still just a baby in its development and has bloomed beautifully with further bottle age. A fantastic showing. This is a blend of 55% Malvasia Istriana, 31% Rhein Riesling and 14% Friulano.”
 
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Vie di Romans Piere Sauvignon Blanc Friuli Isonzo, Friuli-Venezia Giulia 2022 750ml Displayed Price: $44.50, that’s $42.28 at 5% off and $40.05 at 10% off, 13 bottles in stock now
Eric Guido-Vinous 93 points “The 2022 Sauvignon Blanc Piere is wildly fresh, with a vivid blend of crushed nectarines and lime zest complemented by hints of rosemary and crushed stone. It’s silky smooth yet full of zesty tension, with masses of mineral-drenched green apples and hints of spice propelled by vibrant acidity. The 2022 leaves the palate staining in primary concentration, youthfully intense and gently tannic, leaving a spicy sensation that lingers on and on. The balance here is otherworldly, as is its drinkability factor.”
 
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Vie di Romans Vieris Sauvignon Friuli Isonzo, Friuli-Venezia Giulia 2021 750ml Displayed Price: $44.50, that’s $42.28 at 5% off and $40.05 at 10% off, 19 bottles in stock now
Eric Guido-Vinous 94+ points “The 2021 Sauvignon Blanc Vieris opens slowly in the glass, holding back in its youthful state, with hints of lemon oil, rosemary and wet stone accentuated by sweet spice. This is seamlessly silky, almost oily in feel, with sapid yellow citrus and savory herbal tones enriched by vibrant acidity. It finishes potent and spicy, leaving the palate saturated in an intense staining of primary concentration. The potential here is off the charts, but today, the Vieris is one of the most backward wines out of the 2021 portfolio.”
 
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