| Maremma Toscana IGT – Il Tempio |
$52.50
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| Region: |
Tuscany |
| Producer: |
Az Agr. La Carletta |
| Vintage: |
2002 |
| Grapes: |
Sangiovese 80%, Cabernet 10%, Merlot 5%, Alicante 5% |
| Alcohol Vol.: |
13.5% by Vol. |
| Type of wine: |
Dry |
| Bottle: |
750 ml |
| Bottles in case: |
6 bottles |
| Yearly production: |
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| To US market: |
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| Comments: |
Produced with carefully selected Sangiovese grapes, with the addition of small quantities of Alicante, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon grapes.
The grapes are pressed separately and are let macerate for a period of 21 to 28 days, according to the variety. After mixing the varieties the wine is aged for 14 months in small French oak barrels called carati. During this period the malolactic fermentation takes place and the wine is decanted frequently. Before being released it is aged six more months in the bottle.
Il Tempio is a wine which does not undergo any stabilization or clarification process, in order to maintain the character and flavor of the product intact.
Perfect to pair traditional Tuscan recipes, in particular game based dishes and aged cheese. |
| Maremma Toscana IGT – Perbacco |
$24.00
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| Region: |
Tuscany |
| Producer: |
Az Agr. La Carletta |
| Vintage: |
2006 |
| Grapes: |
Sangiovese 95%, Ciliegiolo 5% |
| Alcohol Vol.: |
13% by Vol. |
| Type of wine: |
Dry |
| Bottle: |
750 |
| Bottles in case: |
12 bottles |
| Yearly production: |
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| Comments: |
Sangiovese based table wine with small addition of Ciliegiolo grapes. Fermented in iron vats at 28° - 32°C. (83.4° - 86°F) with the skin for 10 days, without addition of select yeast. Following the malolactic fermentation in iron vats, it is left to rest fro at least six month in the same containers.
Wine to be drunk young, pairs well with typical Mediterranean recipes. |
| Cabernet Franc DOC Colli Orientali del Friuli |
$14.50
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| Region: |
Friuli-Venezia Giulia |
| Producer: |
Az. Agr. Mosolo Gleni |
| Vintage: |
2005 |
| Grapes: |
Cabernet Franc |
| Alcohol Vol.: |
12.5% |
| Type of wine: |
Dry |
| Bottle: |
750 ml |
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The wine has ruby red color with purple tendency. The aroma is intense, decidedly reminiscent of grass and winey. The flavor is full, tannic, and has low alcohol content.
Pairs well with red meat dishes and roasted meat. Serve at 15 - 18°C (59 - 64°F). |
| Merlot DOC Colli Orientali del Friuli |
$18.00
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| Region: |
Friuli-Venezia Giulia |
| Producer: |
Az. Agr. Mosolo Gleni |
| Vintage: |
2005 |
| Grapes: |
Merlot 100% |
| Alcohol Vol.: |
12.5% |
| Type of wine: |
Dry |
| Bottle: |
750 ml |
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| Comments: |
Intense ruby red color. The aroma is full and fragrant, slightly reminiscent of grass, black cherry, raspberry, blackberry and cranberry. To the taste, it is dry, well structured and sapid.
Excellent with roasted meat and aged cheeses. Serve at 15 - 18°C (59 - 64°F). |
| Refosco dal Peduncolo Rosso DOC Colli Orientali del Friuli |
$14.00
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| Region: |
Friuli-Venezia Giulia |
| Producer: |
Az. Agr. Mosolo Gleni |
| Vintage: |
2005 |
| Grapes: |
Refosco dal Peduncolo Rosso 100% |
| Alcohol Vol.: |
12.5% |
| Type of wine: |
Dry |
| Bottle: |
750 ml |
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| Comments: |
The Refosco dal Peduncolo Rosso (Refosco with the Red Stem) is an ancient native vine which produces the typical wine from Faedis, in the province of Udine. The grapes of this fertile, high production vine generate a ruby red wine with purple highlights. The nose is perfumed, intense and pleasant. Sapid, with consistent body, it is slightly tannic to the palate and perfectly balanced.
Excellent paired with red meat and wild game. Serve at 15 - 18°C (59 - 64°F). |
| Toscana IGT – Merigge (Merlot) |
$27.50
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| Region: |
Tuscany |
| Producer: |
Azienda Agricola Buccelletti - Casali in Val di Chio |
| Vintage: |
2004 |
| Grapes: |
Merlot |
| Alcohol Vol.: |
13.5% |
| Type of wine: |
Dry |
| Bottle: |
750 ml |
| Bottles in case: |
6 or 12 bottles |
| Yearly production: |
2,000 bottles |
| To US market: |
700 bottles |
| Comments: |
The Casali in Val di Chio label represent the work and ideas of two young female entrepreneurs who have brought new life to the ancient family business. As a tribute to local traditions, all the wines produced under this brand take their names from the wisdom of the Valdichiana region.
The 'Merigge' is a shady place protected from the summer heat where the peasants rest the body and the mind. The name appropriately defines this intense, round, meditation wine. made with Merlot grapes, this wine is suitable for long ageing and pairs perfectly with noble meats and game. It's also interesting paired with chocolate.
Ripened in tonneau. Any possible residue is but guarantee of the authenticity of the product. |
| Valdichiana DOC – Poventa |
$29.00
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| Region: |
Tuscany |
| Producer: |
Azienda Agricola Buccelletti - Casali in Val di Chio |
| Vintage: |
2003 |
| Grapes: |
Sangiovese 70%, Syrah and Merlot 30% |
| Alcohol Vol.: |
13.5% |
| Type of wine: |
Dry |
| Bottle: |
750 ml |
| Bottles in case: |
6 or 12 bottles |
| Yearly production: |
2,000 bottles |
| To US market: |
700 bottles |
| Comments: |
A 48 hours pre-maceration period at 15°C is followed by 10 days fermentation at 28°C. Maturation lasts for 8 months in stainless steel vats and is followed by 3 months in bottles before release. The wine is released the spring following the harvest.
Ripe fruit perfume with hints of spices, mint and cherry jam. The ripe tannins and lively acidity complement the macerated fruit flavor and leather finish. |
| Chianti DOCG Guarniente |
$17.50
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| Region: |
Tuscany |
| Producer: |
Azienda Agricola Buccia Nera |
| Vintage: |
2008 |
| Grapes: |
Sangioves 100% |
| Alcohol Vol.: |
13% by Vol. |
| Type of wine: |
Dry |
| Bottle: |
750 ml |
| Bottles in case: |
6 bottles |
| Yearly production: |
260,000 bottles |
| To US market: |
50,000 bottles |
| Comments: |
The Sangiovese grapes used to make this Chianti DOCG are produced from five-to-ten year old vines, and are harvested at the end of September. The wine ferments and ages in stainless steel vats.
It is limpid purply-red in color with complex, intense nose which opens with notes of red fruits such as wild berries and cherries, then expands in a delicate violet scent. In the mouth it is warm, yet fresh because of the mineral notes already suggested in the nose. The fine tannins are balanced by the acidity and body of the wine.
Pair with red meat dishes and medium-aged cheese. |
| Lambrusco Emilia IGT |
$23.00
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| Region: |
Emilia-Romagna |
| Producer: |
Azienda Agricola Mauro Zini |
| Vintage: |
2007 |
| Grapes: |
Lambrusco Salamino di Santacroce, Malbo Gentile |
| Alcohol Vol.: |
11.5% |
| Type of wine: |
Dry Sparkling |
| Bottle: |
750 ml |
| Bottles in case: |
6 bottles |
| Yearly production: |
60,000 bottles |
| To US market: |
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| Comments: |
Red wine with a light froth made with native Lambrusco grapes cultivated in the province of Reggio Emilia. It is left for up to over 72 hours with the grape skin after crushing and is perfect with meat recipes, as well as grilled vegetables and elaborate vegetarian dishes, including Thai, Chinese, Indian and Japanese recipes.
Serve at 16° - 18°C. (60.8° - 64.4°F). |
| Chianti DOCG Riserva – Il Canto del Leccio |
$32.50
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| Region: |
Tuscany |
| Producer: |
Azienda Agricola Montalpruno |
| Vintage: |
2004 |
| Grapes: |
Sangiovese 80%, Canaiolo, Ciliegiolo & Colorino 20% |
| Alcohol Vol.: |
13.5% |
| Type of wine: |
Dry |
| Bottle: |
750 ml |
| Bottles in case: |
6 bottles |
| Yearly production: |
6,000 bottles |
| To US market: |
2,000 bottles |
| Comments: |
Elegant, structured wine aged for 16 months in barriques previously used once.
The color is ruby red with garnet highlights. The nose is intense, with a forward scent of ripe fruits, in particular plums and cherries, accompanied by elegant, fine spicy notes. In the mouth it is pleasant and polished. Best paired with foul and game. |
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