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Wines by the Glass
Sparkling
1 Ruggeri, Prosecco di Valdobbiadene Superiore Dry 'Cartizze' NV 15Gaston Chiquet, Champagne Blanc de Blancs Brut 'd'Aÿ' 10/14 NV 24
3 Marc Hebrart, Champagne Rosé Brut 07/14 NV 22
White
Köfererhof, Sylvaner Alto Adige Valle Isarco 'R' 2012 18Manni Nössing, Grüner Veltliner Alto Adige Valle Isarco 2013 19Borgo del Tiglio, Friulano Collio 2010 22Ca' Rugate, Soave Classico Monte Fiorentine 2012 15Sergio Mottura, Grechetto Civitella d'Agliano 'Latour a Civitella' 2011 19Marilena Barbera, Grillo Sicilia Coste al Vento 2013 18Vigne Surrau, Vermentino di Gallura Superiore 'Sciala' 2013 16Massican, Sauvignon Blanc Napa Valley 'Acquerello' 2013 17
Rosé
17 Castell'in Villa, Rosato Toscana 2014 14
Red
Sottimano, Langhe Nebbiolo 'Selezione 1760' 2012 17Sella, Lessona 2008 19Casanuova delle Cerbaie, Brunello di Montalcino 2006 23Montepeloso, Toscana Rosso 'A Quo' 2012 18Montevetrano, Aglianico Campania 'Core' 2012 19Gulfi, Nero d'Avola Sicilia 'Nerojbleo' 2010 15
#### Donelan Family Wines, Syrah Sonoma County 'Acquerello' 2010 18
Beer
#### Menabrea Bionda, Biella, Italy 7#### Trumer Pilsner, Berkeley, California 6#### Moretti Lager, Commun Nuovo, Italy 6
Lagunitas IPA, Petaluma, California 7#### Menabrea Amber Ale, Biella, Italy 8#### Erdinger Weissbrau, Non-Alcoholic, Erding, Germany 5
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Our Suggestions
We offer the following wines as a special selection from our wine list. Chosen for their exceptional value and quality, they represent unique producers from widely varying geographical regions.
White
#### Giovanni Almondo, Roero Arneis Bricco delle Ciliegie 2013 49
Köfererhof, Sylvaner Alto Adige Valle Isarco 'R' 2011 85Manni Nössing, Kerner Valle Isarco 2013 55Bruna, Pigato Riviera Ligure di Ponente 'U Baccan' 2012 92La Monacesca, Verdicchio di Matelica Riserva 'Mirum' 2010 68Tenuta di Fiorano, Lazio Bianco 2012 95Pietracupa, Greco di Tufo 2011 52Quintodecimo, Fiano di Avellino 'Exultet' 2013 98
66 Peay Vineyards, Chardonnay Sonoma Coast 'Estate' 2010 110Massican, Sauvignon Blanc Napa Valley 'Acquerello' 2013 68Tatomer, Riesling Santa Barbara County Vandenberg 2011 52
Rosé
#### Castell'in Villa, Rosato Toscana 2014 45868 Rocca di Montegrossi, Rosato Toscana 2014 48#### Girolamo Russo, Etna Rosato 2013 55
Red
Ca' del Baio, Barbaresco 'Pianrosa' 2008 99Fratelli Alessandria, Barolo Gramolere 2006 130
#### Sottimano, Langhe Nebbiolo 'Selezione Acquerello' 2009 76#### Andrian, Lagrein Alto Adige Riserva 'Tor di Lupo' 2010 82
Corte Guala, Amarone della Valpolicella 2010 88Capanna, Brunello di Montalcino 2009 98
877 Centorame, Montepulciano d'Abruzzo Colline Terramane 'Castellum Vetus' 2008 78I Pentri, Piedirosso Beneventano 'Kerres' 2009 57Tenuta di Passopisciaro, Sicilia Rosso 2011 88
Whoa Farm, Pinot Noir Sonoma Coast 2012 100Donelan Family Wines, Syrah Sonoma County 'Acquerello' 2010 72Neal Family Vineyards, Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley 2008 82
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Half bottles
Champagne
Billecart-Salmon, Rosé Brut NV 94Gaston Chiquet, Brut 'Tradition' 03/13 NV 52
732 Krug, Brut 'Grande Cuvée' NV 160Louis Roederer, Brut 'Premier' 2014 NV 60Marie-Courtin, Blanc de Noirs Extra Brut 'Résonance' 01/13 (2010) 63Paul Bara, Rosé Brut NV 65Savart, Rosé Brut 'Bulle de Rosé' 12/15 NV 85Veuve Fourny & Fils, Blanc de Blancs Brut Nature 06/14 NV 58
White wines of Italy
Piemonte
Angelo Gaja, Chardonnay Langhe 'Gaia & Rey' 2009 240
Liguria
Laura Aschero, Pigato Riviera Ligure di Ponente 2012 33
Trentino-Alto Adige
St. Michael-Eppan, Sauvignon Alto Adige 'Sanct Valentin' 2011 52
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Red wines of Italy
Piemonte
Barbaresco
853 Angelo Gaja 2000 295853 Angelo Gaja 2001 265718 Angelo Gaja 2005 230183 Angelo Gaja 2006 220753 Angelo Gaja 2008 260
Cantina del Pino 2009 52Marchesi di Grésy Martinenga 2009 58
876 Paitin di Pasquero Elia Serraboella 'Sorì Paitin' 2004 54
Barolo
Burlotto 2011 58Damilano Cannubi 2009 92Ettore Germano 2010 55Marcarini Brunate 2009 58Pio Cesare 2010 65
Other Wines from Piemonte
416 Angelo Gaja, Langhe Sperss 1998 295#### Antoniolo, Gattinara 2008 48
Cascina Ca' Rossa, Roero Riserva Mompissano 2007 51Giacomo Bologna, Barbera d'Asti Bricco dell'Uccellone 2009 92Giacomo Bologna, Barbera d'Asti Bricco dell'Uccellone 2010 88Matteo Correggia, Roero La Val dei Preti 2012 43
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Veneto
Brigaldara, Amarone della Valpolicella Classico 2005 75Brigaldara, Amarone della Valpolicella Classico 2008 68
Toscana
Brunello di Montalcino
Capanna 2007 72Conti Costanti 2004 92
#### Mastrojanni 2006 5848 Poggio Antico 2008 95
Valdicava 2004 180
Sangiovese and Tuscan varietals
#### Felsina, Chianti Classico Riserva Rancia 2009 55Felsina, Sangiovese 'Fontalloro' 2009 62
#### Fontodi, Sangiovese Flaccianello 2004 110
Tuscan Blends
Moris Farms, Maremma 'Avvoltorre' 2006 58
312 Tenuta dell'Ornellaia, Bolgheri Superiore 'Ornellaia' 2005 235383 Tenuta dell'Ornellaia, Bolgheri Superiore 'Ornellaia' 2007 230731 Tenuta dell'Ornellaia, Bolgheri Superiore 'Ornellaia' 2008 225
Tenuta dell'Ornellaia, Bolgheri Superiore 'Ornellaia' 2009 210Tenuta dell'Ornellaia, Bolgheri Superiore 'Ornellaia' 2010 200Tenuta dell'Ornellaia, Bolgheri Superiore 'Ornellaia' 2011 215
530 Tenuta San Guido, Bolgheri 'Sassicaia' 1998 31542 Tenuta San Guido, Bolgheri 'Sassicaia' 2006 225
Tenuta San Guido, Bolgheri 'Sassicaia' 2009 200
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Italian Sparkling Wines
Every region in Italy produces sparkling wines. The most common and widely recognized is Prosecco, the name of a grape grown in Valdobbiadeneand Conegliano in Veneto. In this case, the bubbles are attained by the Charmat Method, a process that creates a second fermentation in a largetank before the wine is bottled under pressure. Another popular style is Franciacorta, the name of a small area in Lombardia specializing ingrowing Chardonnay, Pinot Bianco, and Pinot Nero. The wine is made in the Metodo Classico, or the Champagne Method, where the secondfermentation takes place in the bottle. Although these are the two most famous examples of Italian sparkling wine, other regions also achievegreat results. Whenever possible, we list disgorgement dates.
Val d'Aosta
#### Quatremillemetres Vins d'Altitude, Vino Spumante Rosso Sec 'Ancestrale' NV 67
Piemonte
#### Erpacrife, Vino Spumante 'Dosaggio Zero' 10/09 2006 105Parusso, Vino Spumante Brut 02/14 2010 98
Lombardia
676 Bellavista, Franciacorta Extra Brut 'Vittorio Moretti' 2001 410#### Ca' del Bosco, Franciacorta Brut 'Cuvée Annamaria Clementi' 2001 260
Ca' del Bosco, Franciacorta Rosé Brut 'Cuvée Prestige' NV 100
Friuli-Venezia-Giulia
Kante, Vino Spumante Dosaggio Zero NV 65Kante, Vino Spumante Rosé Dosaggio Zero NV 65
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Italian Sparkling Wines
Veneto
Gemin, Prosecco di Valdobbiadene Superiore Dry 'Cartizze' NV 68Nino Franco, Prosecco di Valdibbiadene Superiore Brut Grave di Stecca 'Primo Franco' 2010 92Ruggeri, Prosecco di Valdobbiadene Superiore Dry 'Cartizze' NV 58Ruggeri, Prosecco di Valdobbiadene Superiore Extra Dry 'Giustino B.' 2013 60Sorelle Bronca, Prosecco di Valdobbiadene Superiore Extra Dry 'Particella 68' NV 47
Emilia-Romagna
Fiorini, Lambrusco di Sorbara 'Corte degli Attimi' 2011 47
Sicilia
Benanti, Vino Spumante Brut 'Nobelesse' NV 94
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Champagne
Grower-Producers
Grower-Producer, or Récoltant-Manipulant, is a term used to describe those who bottle wine exclusively from the vineyards they farm themselves.This practice may not seem like a radical idea, but it is far from the norm in Champagne. In many ways, these wines are the antithesis of mostChampagne on the market. Instead of blending, many producers use only one varietal, from one vineyard or village. In addition to demonstrating a pure expression of the land, Grower Champagne often offers tremendous value. Whenever possible, we list disgorgement dates.
Montagne de Reims
502 Bérèche et Fils, Brut 'Reflet d'Antan' NV 142502 Bérèche et Fils, Brut 'Réserve' 01/15 NV 95
Bérèche et Fils, Blanc de Noirs Extra Brut 'Rive Gauche' NV 120
Chartogne-Taillet, Brut 06/13 2006 130Chartogne-Taillet, Brut 03/14 2008 115Chartogne-Taillet, Brut 'Cuvée Sainte Anne' 09/13 NV 88Chartogne-Taillet, Blanc de Blancs Brut Heurtebise 09/13 (2008) 135Chartogne-Taillet, Blanc de Blancs Brut Heurtebise 05/14 (2008) 120Chartogne-Taillet, Blanc de Noirs Extra Brut Les Alliées 07/13 (2008) 155Chartogne-Taillet, Blanc de Noirs Extra Brut Les Barres 04/14 (2009) 195Chartogne-Taillet, Blanc de Noirs Extra Brut Orizeaux 07/13 (2008) 175Chartogne-Taillet, Blanc de Noirs Extra Brut Orizeaux 04/14 (2009) 160
Emmanuel Brochet, Brut Non Dosé Le Mont Benoit 04/13 NV 120Francis Boulard, Blanc de Noirs Brut Nature 'Les Murgiers' 09/13 2007 105Francis Boulard, Extra Brut 'Grande Montagne' 06/13 NV 110Gaston Chiquet, Blanc de Blancs Brut 'd'Aÿ' 10/14 NV 95Jacques Selosse, Blanc de Noirs Extra Brut Le Bout de Clos 04/12 NV 420Jacques Selosse, Blanc de Noirs Extra Brut Le Bout de Clos 03/13 NV 395Jean Lallement et Fils, Brut 07/14 2008 175Jean Lallement et Fils, Brut 'Tradition' 11/12 NV 92L. Aubry, Brut 'Dualis' 02/12 NV 215La Closerie de Jérôme Prévost, Blanc de Noirs Brut Nature Les Béguines 10/12 (2010) 160
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Champagne
Grower-Producers
Montagne de Reims
Savart, Brut 'L'Accomplie' 09/13 NV 100Savart, Blanc de Noirs Brut 'L'Ouverture' 09/13 NV 125Savart, Blanc de Noirs Brut Nature 'Expression' 06/14 2010 250Savart, Extra Brut 'L'Annee' 09/13 2009 175
Vilmart, Brut 'Coeur de Cuvée' 2003 245Vilmart, Brut 'Coeur de Cuvée' 12/11 2004 295Vilmart, Brut 'Coeur de Cuvée' 08/13 Magnum 2004 695Vilmart, Brut 'Coeur de Cuvée' 07/13 2006 275Vilmart, Brut 'Grand Cellier d'Or' 12/09 Magnum 2004 475Vilmart, Rosé Brut 'Grand Cellier Rubis' 01/14 2009 280
Vallée de la Marne
Gaston Chiquet, Brut 'Tradition' 12/11 NV 92Georges Laval, Brut Nature 01/13 NV 140Georges Laval, Blanc de Blancs Brut Nature Les Chênes 04/14 2009 295
#### Henri Goutorbe, Brut 'Special Club' 07/12 2004 150J-M Sélèque, Champagne Rosé Brut 08/14 NV 95Laherte Frères, Rosé de Saignée Extra Brut Les Beaudiers 12/13 NV 145Marc Hebrart, Brut 'Sélection' 11/13 NV 92Marc Hebrart, Rosé Brut 12/13 NV 97René Geoffroy, Brut 'Cuvée Empreinte' 09/11 2006 120René Geoffroy, Extra Brut 05/08 2000 220
492 Jacques Selosse, Blanc de Noirs Brut 'Contraste' 10/07 NV 465Jacques Selosse, Blanc de Noirs Extra Brut La Cote Faron 03/13 NV 395Jacques Selosse, Blanc de Noirs Extra Brut La Cote Faron 03/14 NV 470Jacques Selosse, Blanc de Noirs Extra Brut Sous le Mont 01/12 (2005) 420Jacques Selosse, Blanc de Noirs Extra Brut Sous le Mont 02/13 NV 395
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Champagne
Grower-Producers
Côte de Blancs
#### Agrapart & Fils, Brut '7 Crus' 09/13 NV 83Agrapart & Fils, Blanc de Blancs Brut 'Terroirs' 04/13 NV 98Agrapart & Fils, Blanc de Blancs Brut Nature 'Experience' 07/11 2007 445
#### Agrapart & Fils, Blanc de Blancs Brut Nature 'Vénus' 10/10 2004 295Agrapart & Fils, Blanc de Blancs Brut Nature 'Vénus' 07/11 2005 280Agrapart & Fils, Blanc de Blancs Brut Nature 'Vénus' 12/13 2007 270Agrapart & Fils, Blanc de Blancs Brut Nature 'Vénus' 12/14 2008 305Agrapart & Fils, Blanc de Blancs Extra Brut 09/11 2004 350
#### Agrapart & Fils, Blanc de Blancs Extra Brut 'L'Avizoise' 01/10 2004 210Agrapart & Fils, Blanc de Blancs Extra Brut 'L'Avizoise' 12/13 2007 190
#### Agrapart & Fils, Blanc de Blancs Extra Brut 'Minéral' 03/12 2005 160Agrapart & Fils, Blanc de Blancs Extra Brut 'Minéral' 02/14 2007 145Agrapart & Fils, Blanc de Blancs Extra Brut 'Minéral' Magnum 2008 400Agrapart & Fils, Extra Brut 'Complantée' NV 130
#### Jacques Selosse, Blanc de Blancs Brut 'Initial' 01/13 NV 295Jacques Selosse, Blanc de Blancs Brut 'Initial' 07/13 NV 280Jacques Selosse, Blanc de Blancs Brut 'Initial' 10/13 NV 265Jacques Selosse, Blanc de Blancs Brut 'Initial' 12/13 NV 315
29 Jacques Selosse, Blanc de Blancs Brut 'Substance' 12/08 NV 495Jacques Selosse, Blanc de Blancs Brut 'Substance' 01/13 NV 550Jacques Selosse, Blanc de Blancs Brut 'Substance' 09/13 NV 595
#### Jacques Selosse, Blanc de Blancs Extra Brut 02/09 1999 495Jacques Selosse, Blanc de Blancs Extra Brut 03/13 2003 525Jacques Selosse, Blanc de Blancs Extra Brut Les Carelles 04/13 NV 395Jacques Selosse, Blanc de Blancs Extra Brut Les Carelles 02/14 NV 470Jacques Selosse, Blanc de Blancs Extra Brut 'Version Originale' 10/13 NV 365Jacques Selosse, Rosé Brut 02/14 NV 375
Pierre Gimonnet, Blanc de Blancs Brut 'Cuis 1er Cru' 05/14 NV 92#### Pierre Gimonnet, Blanc de Blancs Brut 'Millésime de Collection' 10/11 Magnum 2004 345
Pierre Moncuit, Blanc de Blancs Brut Les Chetillons 'Cuvée Nicole' 2004 145
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Champagne
Grower-Producers
Côte de Blancs
789 Pierre Péters, Blanc de Blancs Brut 'Cuvée Réserve' 12/12 NV 105Pierre Péters, Blanc de Blancs Brut 'Cuvée Réserve' 07/14 Magnum NV 235Pierre Péters, Blanc de Blancs Brut 'L'Esprit' 03/13 2008 140Pierre Péters, Blanc de Blancs Brut 'L'Esprit' 12/15 2009 135
213 Pierre Péters, Blanc de Blancs Brut Les Chétillons 'Cuvée Spéciale' 08/11 2004 265Pierre Péters, Blanc de Blancs Brut Les Chétillons 'Cuvée Spéciale' 01/13 2006 240Pierre Péters, Blanc de Blancs Brut Les Chétillons 'Cuvée Spéciale' 01/13 Magnum 2006 475Pierre Péters, Blanc de Blancs Brut Les Chétillons 'Cuvée Spéciale' 11/13 2007 225Pierre Péters, Blanc de Blancs Brut Les Chétillons 'Cuvée Spéciale' 11/13 Magnum 2007 460Pierre Péters, Blanc de Blancs Brut Les Chétillons 'Cuvée Spéciale' 02/15 2009 200Pierre Péters, Blanc de Blancs Brut Les Chétillons 'Cuvée Spéciale' 02/15 Magnum 2009 420Pierre Péters, Blanc de Blancs Brut 'Réserve Oubilée' 06/13 NV 210Pierre Péters, Rosé Brut 'For Albane' 03/13 NV 125
Côte de Sézanne
Ulysse Collin, Blanc de Blancs Extra Brut Les Perriéres 10/12 (2008) 160Ulysse Collin, Blanc de Blancs Extra Brut Les Perriéres 03/13 (2009) 145
Côte des Bars
#### Inflorescence de Cédric Bouchard, Blanc de Noirs Brut Val Vilaine 04/11 (2009) 160#### Inflorescence de Cédric Bouchard, Blanc de Noirs Brut Val Vilaine 04/12 (2010) 145
Inflorescence de Cédric Bouchard, Blanc de Noirs Brut Val Vilaine 04/13 (2011) 130#### Roses de Jeanne de Cédric Bouchard, Blanc de Blancs Brut La Bolorée 04/11 2007 295#### Roses de Jeanne de Cédric Bouchard, Blanc de Blancs Brut La Bolorée 04/12 2008 275
Roses de Jeanne de Cédric Bouchard, Blanc de Blancs Brut La Bolorée 04/13 2009 260Roses de Jeanne de Cédric Bouchard, Blanc de Blancs Brut La Haute Lemblé 04/10 2006 265
63 Roses de Jeanne de Cédric Bouchard, Blanc de Noirs Brut Les Ursules 04/11 Magnum 2007 650Roses de Jeanne de Cédric Bouchard, Blanc de Noirs Brut Les Ursules 07/10 (2008) 210
63 Roses de Jeanne de Cédric Bouchard, Blanc de Noirs Brut Les Ursules 04/12 Magnum 2008 625795 Roses de Jeanne de Cédric Bouchard, Blanc de Noirs Brut Les Ursules 07/11 (2009) 150
Roses de Jeanne de Cédric Bouchard, Blanc de Noirs Brut Les Ursules 04/13 Magnum 2009 595Roses de Jeanne de Cédric Bouchard, Blanc de Noirs Brut Val Vilaine 04/14 (2012) 120
Jacques Lassaigne, Blanc de Blancs Extra Brut Le Cotet NV 145Marie-Courtin, Blanc de Noirs Extra Brut 'Efflorescence' 11/13 2009 125Marie-Courtin, Blanc de Noirs Extra Brut 'Résonance' 03/13 (2010) 100Vouette & Sorbée, Blanc de Noirs Extra Brut 'Fidèle' 10/12 (2010) 155
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Champagne
Négociant-Manipulant
The vast majority of Champagne houses fall under this category. These producers are often much larger than Grower-Producers, and are usuallyeasily recognizable brands. Although many do own some of the vineyards they source fruit from, Négociant-Manipulants are best known for theirability to blend Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Pinot Meunier from a wide variety of vineyards and vintages to achieve a consistent house style. Fromthe entry-level bottlings to the tête de cuvées, these Champagnes can be some of the most delicious and compelling wines in the world.
Bollinger, Blanc de Noirs Brut 'Vielles Vignes Françaises' 07/09 2000 1495Bollinger, Blanc de Noirs Brut 'Vielles Vignes Françaises' 2002 2125Bollinger, Blanc de Noirs Brut 'Vielles Vignes Françaises' 2004 1785
454 Bollinger, Extra Brut 'R.D.' 10/87 1976 990475 Bollinger, Extra Brut 'R.D.' 06/88 1979 865#### Bollinger, Brut 'Grande Année' 12/11 2002 240
#### Henriot, Brut 'Millésimé' Magnum 1990 525
Jacquesson, Blanc de Blancs Extra Brut Champ Caïn 'Avize' 02/13 2004 475Jacquesson, Blanc de Blancs Extra Brut Corne Bautray 'Dizy' 02/13 2004 475
#### Jacquesson, Extra Brut 'Cuvée 736' 11/12 NV 145Jacquesson, Extra Brut 'Cuvée 737' 01/14 NV 130
#### Krug, Brut 1985 800111 Krug, Brut 1988 750486 Krug, Brut 1995 475518 Krug, Brut Magnum 1995 970848 Krug, Brut 1996 600#### Krug, Brut 1998 575
Krug, Brut 2000 475Krug, Brut 'Grande Cuvée' NV 330Krug, Blanc de Blancs Brut Clos du Mesnil 1983 1295
378 Krug, Blanc de Blancs Brut Clos du Mesnil 1996 2140
Lallier, Brut 'Grande Réserve' NV 92
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Champagne
Négociant-Manipulant
Louis Roederer, Brut 1990 495Louis Roederer, Brut 2014 2008 145Loius Roederer, Brut 'Cristal' 2006 1999 545Loius Roederer, Brut 'Cristal' 2010 2004 495Loius Roederer, Brut 'Cristal' 2013 2006 395
#### Louis Roederer, Brut 'Premier' 2014 NV 98Louis Roederer, Brut Nature 2014 2006 145Louis Roederer, Blanc de Blancs Brut 2014 2008 170Louis Roederer, Rosé Brut 2014 2009 145Louis Roederer, Demi Sec 'Carte Blanche' 2014 NV 85
147 Moet & Chandon, Brut 'Cuvée Dom Pérignon' 1982 750#### Moet & Chandon, Brut 'Cuvée Dom Pérignon' 1988 600207 Moet & Chandon, Brut 'Cuvée Dom Pérignon' Oenothéque 2003 1990 890#### Moet & Chandon, Rosé Brut 'Cuvée Dom Pérignon' 1985 875
655 Nicolas Feuillatte, Brut 'Palmes d'Or' 1990 465
Philipponnat, Brut Clos de Goisses 02/08 1998 440782 Philipponnat, Brut Clos de Goisses 03/07 1999 425
Philipponnat, Brut Clos de Goisses 10/09 2000 395Philipponnat, Brut Clos de Goisses 06/11 2001 385Philipponnat, Brut Clos de Goisses 11/11 2002 550Philipponnat, Brut 'Cuvée 1522' 01/09 2002 215
Pierre Gerbais, Extra Brut 'Cuvée de Réserve' 05/13 NV 92Pol Roger, Brut 'Cuvée Winston Churchill' 1999 450
79 Ruinart, Rosé Brut 'Dom Ruinart' 1996 800
#### Salon, Blanc de Blancs Brut 'Le Mesnil' 1985 1225#### Salon, Blanc de Blancs Brut 'Le Mesnil' 1995 825
Salon, Blanc de Blancs Brut 'Le Mesnil' 2002 775
Taittinger, Blanc de Blancs Brut 'Comtes de Champagne' 1996 595Taittinger, Blanc de Blancs Brut 'Comtes de Champagne' 2004 285
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White Wines of Italy
Val d'Aosta
Valle d'Aosta is a small Alpine region in Northern Italy, bordering France and Switzerland high up in the Alps. While it is technically part ofItaly, the feeling here is French. Petite Arvine is the most famous indigenous varietal, and Chardonnay is also widely planted.
#### Grosjean, Petite Arvine Vallée d'Aoste Vigne Rovettaz 2011 54
Piemonte
Known more for its red wines, Piemonte is home to several indigenous white varietals. Arneis makes soft, floral wines from the sandy Roero hills.The Cortese grape, famous in the town of Gavi, is often fresh and fruity, and Timorasso yields rich, textural whites from Tortona.
Aldo Conterno, Langhe Chardonnay 'Bussiador' 2011 92Bruno Giacosa, Roero Arneis 2013 63G.D. Vajra, Langhe Riesling 'Petracine' 2011 82Giovanni Almondo, Roero Arneis Bricco delle Ciliegie 2013 49La Scolca, Gavi di Gavi 'Black Label' 1989 195La Scolca, Gavi di Gavi 'Black Label' 2012 92La Scolca, Vino Bianco 'D'Antan' 2004 165Stefano Massone, Gavi 2012 39
Vigneti Massa, Timorasso Colli Tortonesi Montecitorio 2010 125Vigneti Massa, Timorasso Colli Tortonesi Sterpi 2008 150Vigneti Massa, Timorasso Colli Tortonesi Sterpi 2010 125
Liguria
Liguria is a small region that stretches from all the way from Tuscany tp the French border. Vermentino and Pigato are the most common white varietals, and grown near the coast they produce clean, fresh, savory whites that pair wonderfully with seafood and vegetables.
Bruna, Pigato Riviera Ligure di Ponente 'Le Russeghine' 2012 58Bruna, Pigato Riviera Ligure di Ponente 'U Baccan' 2012 92Ottaviano Lambruschi, Vermentino Colli di Luni Costa Marina 2013 98
#### Prima Terra, Vino Bianco 'Harmoge' 2008 134Punta Crena, Pigato Riviera Ligure di Ponente Vigneto Ca da Rena 2012 48
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Trentino-Alto Adige
This bilingual Alpine region produces outstanding white wines that range from the noble varietals, such as Chardonnay and Riesling, tothe lesser known but very interesting Muller Thurgau, Gewurztraminer, and Kerner. Chardonnay can achieve a very high level of qualitymore similar in style to Burgundy than California in the hands of producers like Lageder and Klaus Gasser at Cantina di Terlano.
Cantina Terlano, Pinot Bianco Alto Adige 'Rarita' 2002 255Cantina Terlano, Sauvignon Alto Adige 'Winkl' 2012 63Elena Walch, Alto Adige Bianco 'Beyond the Clouds' 2012 115
Köfererhof, Sylvaner Valle Isarco 'R' 2011 85Köfererhof, Sylvaner Valle Isarco 'R' Magnum 2011 180Köfererhof, Sylvaner Valle Isarco 'R' 2012 78
26 Kuen Hof, Riesling Valle Isarco 'Kaiton' 2010 75Kuen Hof, Riesling Valle Isarco 'Kaiton' 2012 63Kuen Hof, Veltliner Valle Isarco 2012 58
Manicor, Pinot Bianco Alto Adige Terlano Eichorn 2012 58Manni Nössing, Grüner Veltliner Valle Isarco 2013 55Manni Nössing, Kerner Valle Isarco 2013 55St. Michael-Eppan, Sauvignon Alto Adige 'Sanct Valentin' 2012 88
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Friuli-Venezia-Giulia
In this northeastern region bordering Austria and Slovenia, the hilly zones of Collio and Colli Orientali are producing some Italy's finest whites.Many varietals are produced here with great success, including Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Bianco, and Pinot Grigio. The more intriguingwines are Tocai (which, beginning with the 2007 vintage, will be known as Friulano), Ribolla Gialla, and the less common Malvasia and Vitovska.
Borgo del Tiglio, Chardonnay Collio 2012 92Borgo del Tiglio, Friulano Collio 2010 97Borgo del Tiglio, Friulano Collio Ronco della Chiesa 2010 150
#### Bressan, Venezia Giulia 'Carat' 2006 77Damijan, Ribolla Gialla Venezia Giulia 2008 100
#### Edi Keber, Collio Bianco 2012 54720 Josko Gravner, Venezia Giulia Bianco 'Breg' 2003 195
Kante, Chardonnay Venezia Giulia 'La Bora di Kante' 2006 100#### Marko Fon, Malvasia Carso 'La Bella' 2007 163
Marko Fon, Malvasia Carso 'Vista' 2012 85
#### Miani, Colli Orientali del Friuli Bianco 2010 115Miani, Friulano Colli Orientali del Friuli 2011 155Miani, Friulano Colli Orientali del Friuli 2012 120Miani, Friulano Colli Orientali del Friuli 'Buri' 2011 175Miani, Friulano Colli Orientali del Friuli 'Filip' 2011 175Miani, Ribolla Gialla Colli Orientali del Friuli 'Pettarin' 2011 165
Raccaro, Friulano Collio Vigna del Rolat 2012 78Ronco del Gnemiz, Sauvignon Friuli Colli Orientali 'Peri' 2013 100Silvio Jermann, Chardonnay Venezia Giulia 'Were Dreams…' 2011 125Silvio Jermann, Venezia Giulia Bianco 'Vintage Tunina' 2010 130Skerk, Vitovska Carso 2010 68
#### Vie di Romans, Sauvignon Isonzo Piere 2010 75
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Veneto
Soave Classico is produced in the Soave hills near Verona. The classic blend of Garganega and Trebbiano has recently been modified to includeup to 30% Chardonnay. Additionally, young winemakers are producing wines using solely Garganega, often fermented in barrique.
Ca' Rugate, Soave Classico Monte Fiorentine 2012 58Gini, Soave Classico Contrada Salvarenza 'Vecchie Vigne' 2012 78
Toscana
As in Piemonte, the focus is on the red wines in Tuscany, however good results have been achieved from Chardonnay in this very dynamic region.Vernaccia, grown in the hills near San Gimignano, has a long and vibrant history, and recent changes allow the addition of up to 10% Chardonnay.Vermentino has blossomed into a very promising varietal that showcases wild herbs and almonds, and is generally fermented in stainless steel tanks.
Bibi Graetz, Ansonica Toscana 'Bugia' 2011 120Ca' Marcanda di Angelo Gaja, Toscana Bianco 'Vistamare' 2013 140Querciabella, Toscana Bianco 'Batàr' 2011 165
Marche
Verdicchios from the hills near the Adriatic and from the small Apennine town of Matelica have achieved a great level of quality, and can befound in two different styles: Light and fresh, and a perfect accompaniment to the local fish dishes, or aged to reveal depth and complexity,as is the case with Bucci. The Pecorino varietal is usually blended with other local grapes to produce other wines of interest.
Bucci, Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi Classico Riserva 'Villa Bucci' 2004 140Bucci, Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi Classico Riserva 'Villa Bucci' 2005 130Bucci, Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi Classico Riserva 'Villa Bucci' 2006 145Bucci, Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi Classico Riserva 'Villa Bucci' 2007 125Bucci, Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi Classico Riserva 'Villa Bucci' 2008 110
La Distesa, Marche Bianco 'Gli Eremi' 2012 90La Distesa, Marche Bianco 'Terre Silvate' 2013 59La Distesa, Vino Bianco 'Nur' 2012 100
La Monacesca, Verdicchio di Matelica Riserva 'Mirum' 2008 95La Monacesca, Verdicchio di Matelica Riserva 'Mirum' 2010 68
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Lazio
Lazio is a very interesting region for white and red wines. Obscure indigenous varietals produce many exciting styles of wine, while thelegendary Fiorano wines of Alberico Boncompagni Ludovisi showed the world French varietals could thrive as well.
Fiorano, Malvasia di Candia 'Botte 26' 1992 220Fiorano, Malvasia di Candia 'Botte 25' 1993 235
#### Fiorano, Semillon 'Botte 47' 1988 250Fiorano, Semillon 'Botte 46' 1992 220Fiorano, Semillon 'Botte 22' 1993 235
Sergio Mottura, Grechetto Civitella d'Agliano 'Latour a Civitella' 2011 68Tenuta di Fiorano, Bianco 2012 95Tenuta di Fiorano, Bianco 'Fioranello' 2011 55
Umbria
Umbria is a region much better known for red wine, but several great whites are made. Orvieto (also the name of a popular tourist town)was traditionally produced in a slightly sweet style, but is now usually a dry wine. In addition to local varietals like Grechetto and Trebbiano,some wineries have introduced international varietals with great success.
Caprai, Grechetto Colli Martani 'Grecante' 2013 45
Abruzzo
Trebbiano d'Abruzzo is the grape of importance in this region, and the releases from Edoardo Valentini have often been describedas Italy's greatest dry white wine. Overproduction has been a big problem for this varietal, hence the varied levels of quality.
#### Emidio Pepe, Pecorino Colli Apruntini 2010 165
#### Valentini, Trebbiano d'Abruzzo 2005 215Valentini, Trebbiano d'Abruzzo 2007 175
98 Valentini, Trebbiano d'Abruzzo 2009 163
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Campania
All the principal white varietals from this region, including Falanghina, Greco di Tufo, and Fiano di Avellino, have been successfullyrevived in recent years and are achieving unprecedented levels of quality. Falanghina shows an aromatic character, while Greco di Tufodisplays minerality, and Fiano di Avellino offers an attractive scent of hazelnuts, pears, and honey. Mastroberardino is primarily responsiblefor resurrecting this variety, and other producers, in particular Feudi di San Gregorio, are leading the move toward quality.
#### Benito Ferrara, Greco di Tufo Vigna Cicogna 2012 58
#### Colli di Lapio di Romano Clelia, Fiano di Avellino 2009 64Colli di Lapio di Romano Clelia, Fiano di Avellino 2010 55
751 Colli di Lapio di Romano Clelia, Greco di Tufo 'Alèxandros' 2010 53
Marisa Cuomo, Costa d'Amalfi Furore Bianco 'Fiorduva' 2012 100#### Mastroberardino, Fiano di Avellino 'Radici' 2011 67
Pietracupa, Fiano di Avellino 2012 55Pietracupa, Greco di Tufo 2011 52Quintodecimo, Fiano di Avellino 'Exultet' 2013 98Quintodecimo, Greco di Tufo 'Giallo d'Arles' 2013 98
Sicilia
Changes in this region have taken place more rapidly than elsewhere in the country, and Sicilia has emerged with a renewed spirit and attitude, as well as a new found respect for its indigenous varietals. After successful efforts with Chardonnay, Sicily's native white grapes, Catarratto,Inzolia, Grillo, and Zibibbo, are now receiving the producers' attention. The relocation of vineyards from the very hot valley floor to cooler,higher elevation sites have allowed the grapes to achieve a more desirable level of acidity, thus ensuring better definition and more character.
Benanti, Etna Bianco 'Bianco di Caselle' 2010 45I Custodi delle Vigne dell'Etna, Sicilia Bianco 'Ante' 2010 58Marilena Barbera, Grillo Sicilia Coste al Vento 2013 72
#### Tenuta della Terre Nere, Etna Bianco 'Cuvée delle Vigne Niche' 2009 77
Sardegna
Due to its cooler climate, the northern part of the island favors white varietals like Vermentino, which are often crisp and fresh.
Vigne Surrau, Vermentino di Gallura Superiore 'Sciala' 2013 48
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Domestic White Wines
Chardonnay
Chardonnay is the most significant white varietal, produced successfully in many parts of the world in many different styles, from the succulent flavorsonly found in Burgundy, to the base wine for sparkling wines in Italy and Champagne, and to the ripe and tropical style of Australia and South Africa.Ever since the now famous 1976 tasting in Paris, when Californian wines beat their French counterparts in a blind tasting, California's white wineshave been considered some of the best in the world. But these wines are still searching for an identity, as can be seen in the changing styles produced in the state. Evolving from the rich, buttery, and tropical style of the past, we now see a more diligent use of oak and a greater respect for the terroir.
Central Coast
Arnot-Roberts, Santa Cruz Mountains Trout Gulch 2013 98
Ceritas, Santa Cruz Mountains Peter Martin Ray 2011 130Ceritas, Santa Cruz Mountains Peter Martin Ray 2012 115Ceritas, Santa Cruz Mountains Peter Martin Ray 2013 105Ceritas, Santa Cruz Mountains Pinnacle 2013 95
Liquid Farm, Sta. Rita Hills 'Golden Slope' 2012 92
314 Mount Eden Vineyards, Santa Cruz Mountains 'Estate' 2009 125Mount Eden Vineyards, Santa Cruz Mountains 'Estate' 2010 110Mount Eden Vineyards, Santa Cruz Mountains 'Estate' 2011 100
Pence Ranch, Santa Barbara County 2013 52Rhys, Santa Cruz Mountains Horseshoe 2010 175
Sandhi, Sta. Rita Hills Bent Rock 2012 150Sandhi, Sta. Rita Hills Rita's Crown 2012 98Sandhi, Sta. Rita Hills Sanford & Benedict 2012 98
Tyler, Santa Barbara County 2012 65Tyler, Sta. Rita Hills Zotovich Family Vineyard 2011 83
Russian River Valley
#### Ceritas Porter-Bass 2009 130Kistler Vine Hill 2011 145
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Chardonnay
Sonoma Coast
#### Ceritas Heintz 2010 130Ceritas Charles Heintz 2011 120Ceritas Charles Heintz 2012 105Ceritas Porter-Bass 2010 135Ceritas Porter-Bass 2011 120Ceritas Porter-Bass 2012 110Kosta Browne 'One Sixteen' 2013 100Kistler 'Les Noisetiers' 2013 100
Littorai Charles Heintz 2012 150Littorai Charles Heintz 2013 135
66 Peay Vineyards 'Estate' 2010 110Peay Vineyards 'Estate' 2011 97
Other California Appellations
Kistler, Carneros Hyde 2012 130Kistler, Sonoma Mountain McCrea 2012 130Kongsgaard, Napa Valley 2012 155Massican, Napa Valley Hyde 'Gemina' 2012 82Peter Michael, Knights Valley Belle Côte 2013 165Radio-Coteau, Anderson Valley Savoy 2010 98
Oregon
Amalie Robert, Willamette Valley 'Heirloom Cameo' 2009 96Antica Terra, Willamette Valley 'Aurata' 2011 130Bergström, Willamette Valley 'Sigrid' 2012 150
813 Evening Land Vineyards, Eola-Amity Hills Seven Springs 'Summum' 2008 200
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Sauvignon Blanc
Sauvignon Blanc's versatility is evident from the multiple ways it is employed, whether as an aperitif, as a perfect companion to light fish dishes, orpaired brilliantly with goat cheese. The use of oak varies among producers, and can take away from the grassy and herbaceous nature of the grape.
Araujo, Napa Valley Eisele 2013 175Bedrock Wine Co., Bennett Valley Judge Family Vineyard 2014 58Massican, Napa Valley 'Acquerello' 2013 68Peter Michael, Knights Valley 'L'Apres-Midi' 2013 95Spottswoode, Napa County/Sonoma County 2014 63
Other Domestic White Wines
Kongsgaard, Albariño Napa Valley 2014 93Peay Vineyards, Viognier Sonoma Coast 2013 85Tatomer, Grüner Veltliner Santa Barbara County Meeresboden 2013 52Tatomer, Riesling Santa Barbara County Vandenberg 2011 52The Eyrie Vineyards, Pinot Gris Willamette Valley 1988 185
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Red Wines of Italy
Val d'Aosta
#### Ezio Voyat, Chambave Rouge 'Le Muraglie' 2005 128Les Crêtes, Fumin Valle d'Aosta 'Vigne la Tour' 2007 75
Piemonte
Barbaresco
Until Domizio Cavazza founded the Produtori del Barbaresco in 1894, the wines of Barbaresco, despite significant differences, were all sold asBarolo. Although roughly one third the size of Barolo, Barbaresco wine styles vary widely between vineyards and producers. The wines of Barbarescoare generally regarded as being a shade softer and less powerful than those of Barolo, and require only two years of oak aging to Barolo's three.Important to note about both Barbaresco and Barolo is the difference between traditional and modern producers. Traditionalists despise technology,employ long fermentations, and age their wines in very large, old casks. Modernists prefer short fermentations, small French barriques, and usetechnology to extract more flavor. While these styles are quite different, both create wonderfully distinct wines of great character and depth.
Barbaresco
Ovello
#### Cantina del Pino 2004 135346 Cantina del Pino 2005 120#### Produttori del Barbaresco, Riserva 1970 400
Produttori del Barbaresco, Riserva 1996 335Produttori del Barbaresco, Riserva 1997 315
722 Produttori del Barbaresco, Riserva 2004 135
Montefico
La Ca' Növa 'Bric Mentina' 1996 135Produttori del Barbaresco, Riserva 1997 315
359 Produttori del Barbaresco, Riserva 2004 135Roagna 2005 150
Montestefano
#### Produttori del Barbaresco, Riserva 1989 395Produttori del Barbaresco, Riserva 1996 335Produttori del Barbaresco, Riserva 1997 315Produttori del Barbaresco, Riserva Magnum 1999 585
625 Produttori del Barbaresco, Riserva 2004 13577 Prunotto Magnum 1988 625
Prunotto 1989 545
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Barbaresco
Pajé
611 Produttori del Barbaresco, Riserva 2004 135Produttori del Barbaresco, Riserva 2005 125
#### Roagna 2003 175
Asili
#### Ca' del Baio 2004 135Ca' del Baio Magnum 2009 215Ca' del Baio 2010 110Ca' del Baio 2011 100
606 Ceretto 1978 415Ceretto 1982 375Ceretto 1985 365
564 Ceretto Magnum 1985 575#### Produttori del Barbaresco, Riserva Magnum 1985 615#### Produttori del Barbaresco, Riserva Magnum 1990 625699 Produttori del Barbaresco, Riserva 2004 135
Roagna 2005 150
Rabaja
534 Bruno Rocca 2004 180#### Bruno Rocca 2007 170#### Ca' du Rabaja 2007 125
Ca' du Rabaja 2009 100#### Cascina Luisin 2004 115
Castello di Verduno 2008 110Castello di Verduno 2009 100Castello di Verduno, Riserva 2006 115Castello di Verduno, Riserva 2007 115Giuseppe Cortese 1982 225Giuseppe Cortese 1999 160Giuseppe Cortese, Riserva 2001 195
#### Produttori del Barbaresco, Riserva 1970 400Produttori del Barbaresco, Riserva 1990 435Produttori del Barbaresco, Riserva 1999 315
168 Produttori del Barbaresco, Riserva 2004 135Produttori del Barbaresco, Riserva Magnum 2007 245
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Barbaresco
Martinenga
Marchesi di Grésy 1990 315#### Marchesi di Grésy 2004 125
Marchesi di Grésy 2008 110Marchesi di Grésy 2009 97
#### Marchesi di Grésy 'Camp Gros' 1982 315#### Marchesi di Grésy 'Camp Gros' 1986 285471 Marchesi di Grésy 'Camp Gros' 2003 140
Marchesi di Grésy 'Camp Gros' Magnum 2007 275Marchesi di Grésy 'Gaiun' 1998 250Marchesi di Grésy 'Gaiun' 1999 235
660 Marchesi di Grésy 'Gaiun' 2000 180317 Marchesi di Grésy 'Gaiun' 2001 195
Produttori del Barbaresco, Riserva Speciale 1967 445
Rio Sordo
#### Ca' Rome' 2004 140#### Ca' Rome' 2005 160
Ca' Rome' 'Maria di Brun' 1999 165370 Ca' Rome' 'Maria di Brun' 2005 180442 Cascina delle Rose 2006 115
Cascina delle Rose 2007 100Produttori del Barbaresco, Riserva 1995 275Produttori del Barbaresco, Riserva 2000 225
#### Produttori del Barbaresco, Riserva 2004 135
Pora
#### Ca' del Baio 2006 130474 Ca' del Baio Magnum 2006 295
Ca' del Baio 2007 125Ca' del Baio 2008 120Ca' del Baio Magnum 2008 250Produttori del Barbaresco, Riserva 1970 435Produttori del Barbaresco, Riserva 1971 485
#### Produttori del Barbaresco, Riserva 1990 395Produttori del Barbaresco, Riserva 1996 335Produttori del Barbaresco, Riserva 1999 265
195 Produttori del Barbaresco, Riserva 2004 135Produttori del Barbaresco, Riserva 2005 125
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Barbaresco
Other Vineyards
#### Albino Rocca Ronchi 2007 98Luigi Giordano Cavanna 2010 88
219 Produttori del Barbaresco, Riserva Moccagatta 2004 135901 Produttori del Barbaresco, Riserva Moccagatta 2005 125
Multi-Vineyard
899 Bruno Rocca 2004 98#### Bruno Rocca 'Coparossa' 2006 125#### Ca' Rome', Riserva 1990 235#### Cantina del Pino 2006 115
Cantina del Pino 'La Nascita dell'Italia' 2007 135
Castello di Verduno 2006 110Castello di Verduno 2008 94Castello di Verduno 2010 82
197 Francesco Rinaldi 2007 94La Ca' Növa 2010 72
Produttori del Barbaresco 1995 195Produttori del Barbaresco 1998 185
155 Produttori del Barbaresco 2003 8846 Produttori del Barbaresco 2004 92
#### Produttori del Barbaresco 2005 82452 Produttori del Barbaresco 2006 78
Produttori del Barbaresco 2008 69
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Barbaresco
Neive
Albesani
#### Cantina del Pino 2005 145#### Cantina del Pino Magnum 2005 295
Castello di Neive 'Santo Stefano' 2000 165288 Castello di Neive 'Santo Stefano' 2004 115#### Castello di Neive 'Santo Stefano' 2007 97#### Castello di Neive, Riserva 'Santo Stefano' 1985 310321 Castello di Neive, Riserva 'Santo Stefano' 2003 130#### Castello di Neive, Riserva 'Santo Stefano' Magnum 2003 255
Cottá
Sottimano 2008 115Vietti 'Masseria' 1974 345
861 Vietti 'Masseria' 2001 155#### Vietti 'Masseria' 2004 185
Serraboella
955 Fratelli Barale 2005 88Fratelli Cigliuti 2004 121
#### Paitin di Pasquero Elia 'Sorì Paitin' 1990 245461 Paitin di Pasquero Elia 'Sorì Paitin' 2006 95#### Paitin di Pasquero Elia 'Sorì Paitin' Vecchie Vigne 1999 115
Other Vineyards
320 Cascina Luisin Basarin 'Sorì Paolin' 2001 120730 Fontanabianca Sorì Burdin 2005 125#### Moccagatta Basarin 2001 113199 Ressia Canova 2004 105
Sottimano Currá 2008 115456 Sottimano Fausoni 2005 130444 Ugo Lequio Gallina 2005 99
Multi-Vineyard
Sottimano, Riserva 2008 175
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Barbaresco
Treiso
Other Vineyards
#### Ca' del Baio Marcarini 2004 130#### Ca' del Baio Marcarini 2005 125
Ca' del Baio Marcarini Magnum 2007 210#### Ca' del Baio Valgrande 2004 130#### Ca' del Baio Valgrande 2005 125
Ca' del Baio Valgrande 2006 120291 Ca' del Baio Valgrande 2007 115
Ca' del Baio Valgrande Magnum 2007 210Ca' del Baio Valgrande 2008 110
Ceretto Bernardot 1998 145Giuseppe Nada Casotto Magnum 1990 485
#### Orlando Abrigo Rocche Meruzzano 'Vigna Rongalio' 2005 100
325 Pio Cesare Il Bricco 1999 235Pio Cesare Il Bricco 2000 215
#### Pio Cesare Il Bricco 2001 250Pio Cesare Il Bricco 2009 210
Sottimano Pajoré 2005 120
Multi-Vineyard
Ca' del Baio 'Pianrosa' 2008 99
Pelissero 1996 195Pelissero 2000 150
#### Pelissero 'Nubiola' 2007 115Pelissero 'Nubiola' 2011 93
#### Pio Cesare 2001 125#### Pio Cesare 2004 110
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Barbaresco
Bruno Giacosa is an icon in Piemonte, having solidified himself as one of the truly legendary traditional producers of the area. While most chooseto make wines in Barbaresco or Barolo, Giacosa has been releasing great wines from both zones since the 1960's. Though his talents are countless,his ability to recognize a superb fruit source stands tall above the rest, as he did not buy his first vineyard until 1982. He has made wine from manyof the great vineyards in Barbaresco, but over the years he purchased parcels in Asili and Rabaja, and still purchases fruit from Santo Stefano, whichhas historically been his most impressive wine. In particularly exceptional vintages, Giacosa releases certain wines as 'Red Label Riservas,' thesewines combining richness, complexity, and power with incerdible elegance and finesse.
Barbaresco
Bruno Giacosa Asili 1998 345230 Bruno Giacosa Asili Magnum 1998 575#### Bruno Giacosa Asili 3 Liter 1998 1315#### Bruno Giacosa Asili 2003 315
#### Bruno Giacosa Rabaja 2000 370
Bruno Giacosa, Riserva 1990 1565
#### Bruno Giacosa, Riserva Asili 1996 990#### Bruno Giacosa, Riserva Asili 2000 740#### Bruno Giacosa, Riserva Asili Magnum 2000 1485
Bruno Giacosa, Riserva Rabaja 2001 695
Neive
690 Bruno Giacosa Albesani 'Santo Stefano' 1999 325Bruno Giacosa Albesani 'Santo Stefano' 2000 350
541 Bruno Giacosa Albesani 'Santo Stefano' 2001 310#### Bruno Giacosa Albesani 'Santo Stefano' 2004 415
#### Bruno Giacosa Gallina 1996 395Bruno Giacosa Gallina 1998 350
#### Bruno Giacosa, Riserva Albesani 'Santo Stefano' 1974 1990752 Bruno Giacosa, Riserva Albesani 'Santo Stefano' 1982 1980399 Bruno Giacosa, Riserva Albesani 'Santo Stefano' 1985 1795#### Bruno Giacosa, Riserva Albesani 'Santo Stefano' 1990 1565
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Barbaresco
Angelo Gaja changed winemaking in Piemonte forever, first in 1967 by becoming one of the first winemakers to release vineyard designatedBarbarescos, and again in 1969 when he began experimenting with French barrique aging. At the time, his wines were decidedly modern, asthey were and still are fermented in stainless steel for a relatively short three weeks, then aged in barriques for 12 months before finishing in oakcasks for another year. Gaja's Barbaresco combines bright fruit with ageworthy structure.
775 Angelo Gaja 1964 1240357 Angelo Gaja 1967 700#### Angelo Gaja 1971 865505 Angelo Gaja 1978 830781 Angelo Gaja 1982 79050 Angelo Gaja 1985 76556 Angelo Gaja 1989 635
803 Angelo Gaja 1995 320#### Angelo Gaja Magnum 1996 925436 Angelo Gaja 1998 415678 Angelo Gaja 2001 450863 Angelo Gaja 2004 425
Angelo Gaja 2008 510Angelo Gaja 2011 415
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Angelo Gaja
Gaja makes three single-vineyard wines, each with unique characteristics. Sorì San Lorenzo, in the Secondine vineyard, was first released in 1967, and is known to be the most austere and powerful of the cru wines. 1970 marked the first vintage of Sorì Tildin, Gaja's plot in the Roncagliette cru, which combines great structure and finesse. Costa Russi, contiguous to Sorì Tildin, is the most round and elegant of the cru wines. Starting in 1996 all his single-vineyard Barbarescos are blended with 5-8% Barbera in order to strengthen the wines' overall acidity. Doing this prevents the wines from bearing the "Barbaresco" designation, as they are required by law to be 100% Nebbiolo. Gaja also makes a Cabernet Sauvignon calledDarmagi, which means 'what a shame.' These words were uttered by Angelo's father when he ripped up old Nebbiolo vines to plant the Cabernet.
Barbaresco
152 Angelo Gaja, Cabernet Sauvignon Langhe Darmagi 2000 450
#### Angelo Gaja, Barbaresco Costa Russi 1978 98071 Angelo Gaja, Barbaresco Costa Russi 1985 1085
#### Angelo Gaja, Barbaresco Costa Russi 1988 820562 Angelo Gaja, Barbaresco Costa Russi Magnum 1995 900#### Angelo Gaja, Langhe Costa Russi 1999 710498 Angelo Gaja, Langhe Costa Russi 2001 750172 Angelo Gaja, Langhe Costa Russi 2004 700
Angelo Gaja, Barbaresco Sorì San Lorenzo 1982 1120239 Angelo Gaja, Barbaresco Sorì San Lorenzo 1985 1145
Angelo Gaja, Barbaresco Sorì San Lorenzo 1988 895174 Angelo Gaja, Barbaresco Sorì San Lorenzo 1993 420846 Angelo Gaja, Langhe Sorì San Lorenzo 1999 700864 Angelo Gaja, Langhe Sorì San Lorenzo 2003 650#### Angelo Gaja, Langhe Sorì San Lorenzo 2004 700
615 Angelo Gaja, Barbaresco Sorì Tildìn 1985 1230#### Angelo Gaja, Barbaresco Sorì Tildìn 1988 960#### Angelo Gaja, Barbaresco Sorì Tildìn 1989 1050#### Angelo Gaja, Langhe Sorì Tildìn 1996 780847 Angelo Gaja, Langhe Sorì Tildìn 1999 700419 Angelo Gaja, Langhe Sorì Tildìn 2000 650865 Angelo Gaja, Langhe Sorì Tildìn 2003 65076 Angelo Gaja, Langhe Sorì Tildìn 2004 700
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Barolo
Many agree that Italy's most important red wine is named after the small town of Barolo in the Langhe hills. A wine of great tradition with asomewhat troubled past, it is now produced with modern methods that yield a fresher, cleaner, and more balanced wine. Five villages producedistinct styles: Barolo and La Morra are most delicate and perfumed, Monforte and Serralunga are richer and more structured, while the wines ofCastiglione Falletto strike a balance between the two. Recently, newer styles have emerged that can be classified as Traditionalist or Modernist,and the list is presented following the same criteria. Desipte their significant difference, both styles are nonetheless representative of the region.
Barolo
Cannubi
418 Burlotto 2011 125418 Damilano 2004 145#### E. Pira e Figli 1996 245
E. Pira e Figli 2004 195E. Pira e Figli 2009 165
653 Luciano Sandrone 'Boschis' 1996 740#### Luciano Sandrone 'Boschis' 2001 510501 Luciano Sandrone 'Boschis' 2003 290#### Luciano Sandrone 'Boschis' 2004 315
Marchesi di Barolo 1997 175Marchesi di Barolo, Riserva 'Muscatel' 1978 375
894 Michele Chiarlo 2004 185833 Michele Chiarlo 2007 155
Paolo Scavino 2005 160149 Poderi Luigi Einaudi Magnum 1996 420340 Poderi Luigi Einaudi 2004 170
Other Vineyards
636 Andrea Oberto Albarella 1998 165#### Andrea Oberto Albarella 2007 142175 Cabutto Sarmassa 'Riserva del Fondatore' 2001 165#### Damilano Liste 2004 120887 E. Pira & Figli Via Nuova 2004 145
Fontanafredda La Villa 2000 130G.D. Vajra Bricco delle Viole 2007 133
#### Marchesi di Barolo Coste di Rose 2005 125858 Mario Marengo Bricco Viole 2007 105
Poderi Luigi Einaudi Costa Grimaldi 2006 170
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Barolo
Multi-Vineyard
G.D. Vajra 'Albe' 2007 68
393 Giacomo Borgogno, Riserva 1952 550#### Giacomo Borgogno, Riserva 1961 450283 Giacomo Borgogno, Riserva 1967 430#### Giacomo Borgogno, Riserva 1974 405#### Giacomo Borgogno, Riserva 1978 395#### Giacomo Borgogno, Riserva 1985 360714 Giacomo Borgogno, Riserva 1998 165#### Giacomo Borgogno, Riserva 2000 150
Giacomo Borgogno, Riserva 2001 125Giacomo Borgogno, Riserva 2006 120
#### Luciano Sandrone 1982 600#### Luciano Sandrone 'Le Vigne' 1999 230
Luciano Sandrone 'Le Vigne' 2001 295Luciano Sandrone 'Le Vigne' 2002 395
#### Scarzello 2001 125
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Barolo
Bartolo Mascarello was one of the great traditional winemakers of Barolo. The winery was founded in 1920 by Bartolo's father, who beganpurchasing parcels of important vineyards, most notably Cannubi and Rocche dell'Annunziata. The Barolo has always been a multi-vineyardblend. The wines are co-fermented in cement for around one month, then aged in large, old botti for two and a half years. These wines arethe essence of classic Barolo, and while approachable young, they are most expressive and ethereal after twenty to fifty years.
987 Bartolo Mascarello 1967 975913 Bartolo Mascarello 1982 1085#### Bartolo Mascarello 1986 890
Bartolo Mascarello 1989 1180296 Bartolo Mascarello 1990 940824 Bartolo Mascarello Magnum 1998 895911 Bartolo Mascarello 2001 295
Bartolo Mascarello 2008 245Bartolo Mascarello 2009 215
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Barolo
Giuseppe Rinaldi is one of the legends of traditional winemaking in Barolo. He owns land in four vineyards, all of which are good enoughto be vineyard designates, but in sticking with tradition, he chooses to blend them instead. The elegance of Cannubi San Lorenzo is matchedwith the power of Ravera, and the classic dark fruit of Brunate is balanced by the muscular frame of Le Coste. Written by wine critic AntonioGalloni in 2008, this quote best describes 'Beppe' Rinaldi's style; "Although Rinaldi has changed out a few barrels recently, the onlyconcession to anything resembling modernity is an old-fashioned rotary telephone, which seems to genuinely annoy him each time it rings."
97 Giuseppe Rinaldi Cannubi San Lorenzo-Ravera Magnum 2006 525Giuseppe Rinaldi Cannubi San Lorenzo-Ravera 2007 295Giuseppe Rinaldi Cannubi San Lorenzo-Ravera 2009 285
123 Giuseppe Rinaldi Brunate-Le Coste 1996 415222 Giuseppe Rinaldi Brunate-Le Coste 1999 450457 Giuseppe Rinaldi Brunate-Le Coste 2000 375198 Giuseppe Rinaldi Brunate-Le Coste 2005 295
Giuseppe Rinaldi Brunate-Le Coste 2007 295Giuseppe Rinaldi Brunate-Le Coste 2009 285
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Barolo
Novello
Cogno Ravera 1997 190413 Cogno Ravera 2001 150223 Cogno Ravera Magnum 2004 315#### Cogno Ravera 2005 130
Cogno Ravera 'Cascina Nuova' 2009 88
La Morra
Brunate
277 Ceretto 1982 375#### Ceretto 1990 335#### Ceretto 2004 130
Ceretto, Riserva 1964 425710 Francesco Rinaldi 2003 115
Marcarini 1967 385#### Marcarini 1974 400304 Marcarini Magnum 1989 800#### Marcarini 2001 160465 Marcarini Magnum 2001 395465 Marcarini Magnum 2004 350
Marcarini 2005 135Marcarini 2009 125
255 Mario Marengo 2005 120Michele Chiarlo 2004 135
298 Roberto Voerzio 1999 350#### Vietti 1989 430
Vietti 1996 340Vietti 2005 225Vietti 2007 245
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Barolo
La Morra
Cerequio
755 Boroli 2003 140Michele Chiarlo 2004 135
970 Roberto Voerzio 1996 490Roberto Voerzio 1999 400
473 Roberto Voerzio 2001 445
La Serra
#### Marcarini 2007 98#### Roberto Voerzio 2001 415
Arborina
880 Elio Altare 1990 565785 Elio Altare 2004 280#### Elio Altare Magnum 2004 610
Elio Altare 2007 215#### Giovanni Corino 2005 110#### Mauro Veglio 1996 165
Rocche dell'Annunziata
776 Andrea Oberto 2003 150Giovanni Corino 1990 425
493 Paolo Scavino, Riserva 1998 320Paolo Scavino, Riserva 2005 275
#### Renato Corino 2007 120#### Renato Ratti 'Marcenasco' Magnum 1985 780
Renato Ratti 'Marcenasco' 1999 245#### Renato Ratti 'Marcenasco' 2005 165#### Roberto Voerzio 'Torriglione' 2001 420
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Barolo
La Morra
Other Vineyards
919 Cordero di Montezemolo Gattera 2004 135Cordero di Montezemolo Monfalletto 1971 415Cordero di Montezemolo Monfalletto 1982 365
#### Cordero di Montezemolo Monfalletto 2004 94
Giovanni Corino Vigna Giachini 1990 395Renato Ratti Conca 'Marcenasco' 1999 190
#### Renato Ratti Conca 'Marcenasco' 2004 135#### Silvio Grasso Giachini 2004 110
Multi-Vineyard
#### Andrea Oberto 2007 88
947 Elio Altare 1985 340773 Elio Altare 2004 180
Elio Altare 2008 135
#### Mario Marengo 2007 110Mario Marengo 2009 92Michele Chiarlo 'Tortoniano' 2007 105
Renato Ratti 'Marcenasco' 1999 160#### Renato Ratti 'Marcenasco' 2004 125#### Renato Ratti 'Marcenasco' 2005 110
Renato Ratti 'Marcenasco' Magnum 2007 190Renato Ratti 'Marcenasco' 2008 92
Roberto Voerzio, Riserva 'Vecchie Viti dei Capalot e delle Brunate' Magnum 1999 795#### Roberto Voerzio, Riserva 'Vecchie Viti dei Capalot e delle Brunate' Magnum 2001 875#### Silvio Grasso 'L'Andre' 2004 125
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Barolo
Verduno
Burlotto 2007 135Burlotto 2011 92
991 Burlotto Monvigliero 2001 225Burlotto Monvigliero 2008 165
Castello di Verduno, Riserva Monvigliero 2006 130Castello di Verduno, Riserva Monvigliero 2007 135
Fratelli Alessandria 2010 98526 Fratelli Alessandria Monvigliero Magnum 2003 255#### Fratelli Alessandria Monvigliero 2004 160#### Fratelli Alessandria Monvigliero 2005 140
Fratelli Alessandria Monvigliero 2007 130Fratelli Alessandria Monvigliero 2008 115
496 Fratelli Alessandria San Lorenzo 2005 120
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Barolo
Castiglione Falletto
Bricco Fiasco
146 Azelia Magnum 1998 450Azelia Magnum 2004 350
#### Paolo Scavino Magnum 1996 520783 Paolo Scavino Magnum 1999 395
Monprivato
146 Brovia 1985 895146 Brovia 1989 850
Brovia 1990 795
Rocche
Brovia 1990 535Brovia 2005 165Brovia 2007 150Ceretto 1989 395
146 Ceretto 1998 165#### Oddero 2005 99
Vietti 1974 495267 Vietti 1982 585
Vietti 1985 575Vietti 3 Liter 1989 2095
139 Vietti 1998 265Vietti 2005 225Vietti 2007 245
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Barolo
Castiglione Falletto
Villero
Boroli 2007 125#### Boroli, Riserva 1999 160
Brovia 2007 150#### Cordero di Montezemolo 'Enrico VI' 2004 135#### Oddero 2004 94#### Vietti, Riserva 1996 850#### Vietti, Riserva 1997 825221 Vietti, Riserva 2001 795
Vietti, Riserva 2006 775Vietti, Riserva 2007 585
Other Vineyards
#### Parusso Mariondino 2004 125#### Parusso, Riserva Mariondino 2000 310
Cavallotto Bricco Boschis 2008 125832 Cavallotto, Riserva Bricco Boschis 'Vigna San Giuseppe' 1989 395144 Cavallotto, Riserva Bricco Boschis 'Vigna San Giuseppe' 2001 245
Cavallotto, Riserva Bricco Boschis 'Vigna San Giuseppe' 2004 210Cavallotto, Riserva Bricco Boschis 'Vigna San Giuseppe' 2005 160Cavallotto, Riserva Bricco Boschis 'Vigna San Giuseppe' 2006 195Cavallotto, Riserva Vignolo 2007 175
778 Conterno Fantino Parussi 2001 145Massolino Parussi 2007 160Roagna La Pira 2005 125
Multi-Vineyard
573 Brovia 2004 108#### Brovia 2007 98
Paolo Scavino 2009 95#### Paolo Scavino 'Carobric' 1998 190
Vietti 'Castiglione' 2005 88
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Barolo
Since 1970, Giuseppe Mascarello's Barolo Monprivato has been one of the most prized wines in the Langhe. Monprivato is considered by manyto be the best vineyard in Castiglione, and along with Giacomo Conterno's Cascina Francia and Bruno Giacosa's Falletto, one of the few monopolevineyards in Barolo. The wine is absolutely traditional, and offers a consistent balance of beautiful aromatics and elegance without sacrificing structure and power. In 1993, a small subplot of the vineyard planted to the Michet clone of Nebbiolo was vinified seperately as a Riserva and named Ca' d'Morissio. Released only in vintages where it is distinctive from Monprivato, it has become one of the elite wines of Barolo.
Castiglione Falletto
#### Giuseppe Mascarello 1964 875
#### Giuseppe Mascarello Monprivato 1970 1295257 Giuseppe Mascarello Monprivato 1982 1340#### Giuseppe Mascarello Monprivato 1989 1695#### Giuseppe Mascarello Monprivato 1995 340#### Giuseppe Mascarello Monprivato 1996 475#### Giuseppe Mascarello Monprivato 1997 400
Giuseppe Mascarello Monprivato 2000 495Giuseppe Mascarello Monprivato 2004 225Giuseppe Mascarello Monprivato Magnum 2004 485Giuseppe Mascarello Monprivato Magnum 2009 485
656 Giuseppe Mascarello, Riserva Monprivato 'Ca' d'Morissio' 1996 86560 Giuseppe Mascarello, Riserva Monprivato 'Ca' d'Morissio' 2001 750
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Barolo
Monforte d'Alba
Ginestra
291 Conterno Fantino 'Vigna del Gris' 2005 180425 Domenico Clerico 'Ciabot Mentin' 1990 695#### Domenico Clerico 'Ciabot Mentin' 1996 315
Domenico Clerico 'Ciabot Mentin' 2005 200#### Rocche dei Manzoni 'Vigna d'la Roul' Magnum 2001 490
Other Vineyards
Batasiolo Bofani 2000 130
528 Domenico Clerico Mosconi 'Percristina' 1999 350#### Domenico Clerico Mosconi 'Percristina' 2000 520
Domenico Clerico Pajana 2005 200
Fratelli Alessandria Gramolere 2006 130#### Fratelli Alessandria Gramolere 2007 115#### Manzone Santo Stefano di Perno 1996 195565 Oddero Vigna Mondoca 'Bussia Soprana' 2004 110
Parusso Fiurin Magnum 2000 430#### Parusso Rocche 1996 265
Parusso Rocche Magnum 2000 49521 Parusso, Riserva Rocche 1999 450
#### Pecchenino Le Coste 2004 160#### Ricardo Fenocchio Pianpolvere Soprano 1991 130937 Roagna Le Coste 2007 125661 Rocche dei Manzoni Mosconi 'Big 'd Big' 2001 145
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Barolo
Monforte d'Alba
Multi-Vineyard
#### Cascina Fontana 2008 100
910 Parusso 2007 92#### Parusso '35 Anni' 2005 105#### Parusso 'Bussia' 1989 360#### Parusso 'Bussia' 1990 300
Parusso 'Bussia' 2001 185#### Parusso Le Coste-Mosconi 2004 130
688 Poderi Colla 'Bussia' Dardi-Le Rose 2001 165
Prunotto 1978 495#### Prunotto 'Bussia' Magnum 1988 380#### Prunotto 'Bussia' 2003 150
Rocche dei Manzoni, Riserva 1990 315
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Barolo
Aldo Conterno is the son of the great Giacomo Conterno, and the brother of Giovanni. He worked with his father and brother for years, butdecided to create a winery of his own in 1969. He purchased a farm in the Monforte zone of Barolo, and has been making wine with his sonsin this area ever since. Monforte is known for the famous Bussia zone, an area of vineyards known to make structured and age-worthy Barolosthat manage to offer elegance and approachability not commonly found in these great wines. The entry-level Barolo is a blend of younger vines. Cicala, Colonnello, and Romirasco are all separate single vineyards. 'Granbussia' is a Riserva made in only the very best vintages.The wines are made in a traditional style, except for the use of rotofermenters, which help to extract more color and flavor from the grapes.
Monforte d'Alba
974 Aldo Conterno 2004 210#### Aldo Conterno 2005 195
Aldo Conterno 2006 180
Aldo Conterno Cicala 1982 795Aldo Conterno Cicala 1990 625
114 Aldo Conterno Cicala 1999 265#### Aldo Conterno Cicala 2001 250
994 Aldo Conterno Colonnello 1982 725#### Aldo Conterno Colonnello 1985 760995 Aldo Conterno Colonnello 1989 775
Aldo Conterno Colonnello 1990 675421 Aldo Conterno Colonnello 1998 298798 Aldo Conterno Colonnello 1999 265735 Aldo Conterno Colonnello 2004 320
163 Aldo Conterno, Riserva 'Granbussia' 1985 995#### Aldo Conterno, Riserva 'Granbussia' 1988 840
Aldo Conterno, Riserva 'Granbussia' 1989 1225307 Aldo Conterno, Riserva 'Granbussia' 1999 425986 Aldo Conterno, Riserva 'Granbussia' Magnum 1999 1150#### Aldo Conterno, Riserva 'Granbussia' 2000 450521 Aldo Conterno, Riserva 'Granbussia' 2001 475
#### Aldo Conterno Romirasco 2004 240Aldo Conterno Romirasco 2006 285
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Barolo
Monforte d'Alba
Elio Grasso is a small, family-owned winery in Monforte d'Alba. The Gavarini vineyard is a monopole of theirs, and in great vintages it producestwo Barolos. 'Vigna Chiniera' is the highest part of the vineyard and the soil contains more limestone, so the wine tends to be more focused andmineral-driven. In only the best vintages 'Runcot' is made from the lower part of the vineyard where the fruit is more round and powerful. Thiswine is aged exclusively in French barriques. In addition to the Gavarini vineyard, the Grassos own part of the famous Ginestra cru. Thesetwo Barolos are made in a more traditional style, as they are aged in large old oak barrels. Elio Grasso Barolos are lways incrediblywell-balanced, combining immense power with graceful elegance.
73 Elio Grasso Gavarini 'Runcot' 1996 315#### Elio Grasso Gavarini 'Runcot' 1999 295704 Elio Grasso Gavarini 'Runcot' 2001 250
982 Elio Grasso Gavarini 'Vigna Chiniera' 2004 160#### Elio Grasso Gavarini 'Vigna Chiniera' 2005 150#### Elio Grasso Gavarini 'Vigna Chiniera' 2007 145
Elio Grasso Gavarini 'Vigna Chiniera' Magnum 2007 295
#### Elio Grasso Ginestra 'Casa Maté' 2004 160156 Elio Grasso Ginestra 'Casa Maté' 2005 145
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Barolo
Serralunga d'Alba
Cerretta
80 Ca' Rome' 2004 135966 Elio Altare 2005 265
Giovanni Rosso 2007 165
Prapò
746 Ceretto 1985 37538 Ettore Germano Magnum 2001 265
229 Ettore Germano 2004 135746 Ettore Germano 2007 120
Lazzarito
#### Fontanafredda 2001 205Vietti 1990 495
433 Vietti 1999 235#### Vietti 2004 265821 Vietti 2005 225
Vietti 2006 235Vietti 2007 245
Other Vineyards
Azelia Margheria Magnum 2004 340Azelia San Rocco Magnum 1998 495Azelia San Rocco Magnum 1999 475Azelia San Rocco Magnum 2004 375
Brovia Brea 'Ca' Mia' 2007 150Ca' Rome' Vigna Rionda 1985 375
Cappellano Gabutti 'Pié Franco' 2008 265#### Cappellano Gabutti 'Pié Rupestris' 2003 175
Cappellano Gabutti 'Pié Rupestris' 2007 155
#### Ceretto Gabutti 'Grignorè' Magnum 1990 690500 Enzo Boglietti Arione 2004 165
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Barolo
Serralunga d'Alba
Other Vineyards
Domenico Clerico Badarina 'Aeroplan Servaj' 2006 215#### Fontanafredda La Rosa 2001 205
Giovanni Rosso Vigna Rionda 'Tommaso Canale' 2008 200Giovanni Rosso Vigna Rionda 'Tommaso Canale' 2009 195
Massolino Margheria 2007 160Massolino Parafada 2004 170
#### Massolino, Riserva Vigna Rionda 2001 295
788 Palladino Broglio 2004 125566 Palladino, Riserva San Bernardo 3 Liter 1974 1100311 Palladino, Riserva San Bernardo Magnum 1990 550#### Palladino, Riserva San Bernardo 1998 150410 Palladino, Riserva San Bernardo 3 Liter 1999 875362 Palladino, Riserva San Bernardo 2001 125
#### Pio Cesare Ornato 1996 330#### Pio Cesare Ornato 2004 275
Pio Cesare Ornato 2009 225
Schiavenza, Riserva Broglio 2004 140
Multi-Vineyard
Cappellano 1967 625Giovanni Rosso 2008 97
322 Massolino 2004 115Pio Cesare 1964 375Pio Cesare 2009 100
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Barolo
Bruno Giacosa's Barolos are some of the most amazing traditionally-made wines anywhere in the world. His ability to craft legendary wines froma plethora of vineyards dispersed across the communes of Barolo sets him apart from much of the competition. Since the mid-1990's, Giacosa has made Barolo only from his own Falletto vineyard in Serralunga d'Alba, with the exception of the Croera vineyard in La Morra which was introduced only in 2004. The wines Giacosa made from Collina Rionda in the 1970's and 1980's are some of his most highly renowned.
Castiglione Falletto
Bruno Giacosa Rocche 1982 1115
Bruno Giacosa Villero 1978 1395Bruno Giacosa Villero 1990 895
#### Bruno Giacosa Villero 1996 430
La Morra
#### Bruno Giacosa Croera 2004 340
Serralunga d'Alba
654 Bruno Giacosa Collina Rionda 1985 1690927 Bruno Giacosa Collina Rionda 1993 440
878 Bruno Giacosa 'Falletto' 2001 290
#### Bruno Giacosa, Riserva Collina Rionda 1978 2690#### Bruno Giacosa, Riserva Collina Rionda 1982 1790#### Bruno Giacosa, Riserva Collina Rionda 1989 2575
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Barolo
Bruno Giacosa's Barolos are some of the most amazing traditionally-made wines anywhere in the world. His ability to craft legendary wines froma plethora of vineyards dispersed across the communes of Barolo sets him apart from much of the competition. Since the mid-1990's, Giacosa has made Barolo only from his own Falletto vineyard in Serralunga d'Alba, with the exception of the Croera vineyard in La Morra which was introduced only in 2004. The wines Giacosa made from Collina Rionda in the 1970's and 1980's are some of his most highly renowned.
Serralunga d'Alba
#### Bruno Giacosa Falletto 1982 1295#### Bruno Giacosa Falletto Magnum 1997 945
Bruno Giacosa Falletto 2004 435Bruno Giacosa Falletto 2005 395
#### Bruno Giacosa Le Rocche del Falletto 1999 465352 Bruno Giacosa Le Rocche del Falletto Magnum 1999 970#### Bruno Giacosa Le Rocche del Falletto Magnum 2003 625
Bruno Giacosa Le Rocche del Falletto 2005 345#### Bruno Giacosa Le Rocche del Falletto Magnum 2005 795
Bruno Giacosa, Riserva Falletto 1985 1690#### Bruno Giacosa, Riserva Falletto 1989 1775#### Bruno Giacosa, Riserva Falletto 1990 1595#### Bruno Giacosa, Riserva Falletto 1996 1125#### Bruno Giacosa, Riserva Falletto Magnum 1996 2220
#### Bruno Giacosa, Riserva Le Rocche del Falletto 2001 740#### Bruno Giacosa, Riserva Le Rocche del Falletto Magnum 2001 1490
Bruno Giacosa, Riserva Le Rocche del Falletto Magnum 2004 1995
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Barolo
The wines of Giacomo Conterno are some of the most traditional and long-lived in Piemonte. Roberto Conterno, Giacomo's grandson, currentlymakes the wine, but stylistically, little has changed over the generations. Purchased in 1974 and first bottled in 1978, Cascina Francia is the name of the 34.6 acre vineyard in Serralunga d'Alba, from which only two Barolos are produced: Cascina Francia and Monfortino. The latter is a blend of the vineyard's best subplots, and is only released in outstanding vintages. Both are aged in large, old Slavonian oak casks, Cascina Francia for four years, and Monfortino for a minimum of seven. The wines can be tannic and austere when young, but given at least ten years, they consistently develop into profoundly complex, glorious examples of the brilliance Nebbiolo can achieve.
463 Giacomo Conterno 1952 890Giacomo Conterno 1958 1125
749 Giacomo Conterno 1961 825
Giacomo Conterno Cascina Francia 1979 895#### Giacomo Conterno Cascina Francia 1990 1195310 Giacomo Conterno Cascina Francia Magnum 1990 1975406 Giacomo Conterno Cascina Francia 1995 495670 Giacomo Conterno Cascina Francia 1996 645
Giacomo Conterno Cascina Francia 1997 645Giacomo Conterno Cascina Francia 1998 595
683 Giacomo Conterno Cascina Francia 1999 595Giacomo Conterno Cascina Francia 2000 495
#### Giacomo Conterno Cascina Francia Magnum 2000 865#### Giacomo Conterno Cascina Francia 2001 440#### Giacomo Conterno Cascina Francia Magnum 2001 890568 Giacomo Conterno Cascina Francia 2003 25030 Giacomo Conterno Cascina Francia 2004 270
507 Giacomo Conterno Cascina Francia Magnum 2006 675
Giacomo Conterno, Riserva Cascina Francia 1982 1545Giacomo Conterno, Riserva Cascina Francia 1985 1495
669 Giacomo Conterno, Riserva 'Vini Pregiati' 1958 1330
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Barolo
Only produced in the best vintages, Monfortino can be a difficult wine to understand. Often remarkably approachable when young, the wine seems to go into a period of dormancy, which, depending on the vintage, can last several decades. At its best, Monfortino is a wine of immensepower, longevity and grace, and can hold its own not only with the best of Italy, but with the best wines of the world.
Giacomo Conterno, Riserva 'Monfortino' 1945 2500Giacomo Conterno, Riserva 'Monfortino' 1952 2195
#### Giacomo Conterno, Riserva 'Monfortino' 1955 2240#### Giacomo Conterno, Riserva 'Monfortino' 1958 2315#### Giacomo Conterno, Riserva 'Monfortino' 1961 2265#### Giacomo Conterno, Riserva 'Monfortino' 1967 1550#### Giacomo Conterno, Riserva Cascina Francia 'Monfortino' 1982 2490
Giacomo Conterno, Riserva Cascina Francia 'Monfortino' 1985 2395#### Giacomo Conterno, Riserva Cascina Francia 'Monfortino' 1988 1535
Giacomo Conterno, Riserva Cascina Francia 'Monfortino' 1990 2250598 Giacomo Conterno, Riserva Cascina Francia 'Monfortino' Magnum 1990 4125334 Giacomo Conterno, Riserva Cascina Francia 'Monfortino' 1997 925
Giacomo Conterno, Riserva Cascina Francia 'Monfortino' Magnum 1998 1595398 Giacomo Conterno, Riserva Cascina Francia 'Monfortino' 1999 1125588 Giacomo Conterno, Riserva Cascina Francia 'Monfortino' 2001 825748 Giacomo Conterno, Riserva Cascina Francia 'Monfortino' Magnum 2001 2500#### Giacomo Conterno, Riserva Cascina Francia 'Monfortino' 2002 795
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Angelo Gaja
First released in 1988, 'Sperss' is a multi-vineyard Barolo from Serralunga. Sperss means 'nostalgia' in Piemontese dialect, referring to the Barolos Angelo's father made in the 1950's 'Conteisa' is single-vineyard Barolo coming from the famed Cerequio cru in La Morra. This winewas first bottled in 1996, which was also the year Gaja stopped labelling his cru wines as Barolo and Barbaresco. 'Conteisa' means 'quarrel',referencing the historic dispute between the communes of Barolo and La Morra over the Cerequio land.
La Morra
93 Angelo Gaja, Barolo Dagromis 2004 235Angelo Gaja, Barolo Dagromis 2008 220Angelo Gaja, Barolo Dagromis 2010 195
142 Angelo Gaja, Langhe Cerequio 'Conteisa' 1996 400#### Angelo Gaja, Langhe Cerequio 'Conteisa' 2001 430
Serralunga d'Alba
160 Angelo Gaja, Barolo 'Sperss' 1989 800#### Angelo Gaja, Barolo 'Sperss' 1990 835295 Angelo Gaja, Langhe 'Sperss' Magnum 1996 1125737 Angelo Gaja, Langhe 'Sperss' 2000 415
Angelo Gaja, Langhe 'Sperss' 2001 525
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Langhe Nebbiolo
These are Nebbiolos from Barbaresco and Barolo, but they are typically made in a lighter, more approachable, easy-drinking style.
Castello di Verduno 2013 55Elio Grasso Gavarini 2012 48Giacomo Conterno Cerretta 2009 145
#### Sottimano 2007 96#### Sottimano 'Selezione Acquerello' 2009 76
Sottimano 'Selezione 1760' 2012 68
Roero & Nebbiolo d'Alba
Just across the Tanaro River from Barolo and Barbaresco is a zone called Roero. Also 100% Nebbiolo, Roero differs from the two more famousappellations because of soil. South of the river the soil is dominated by clay and limestone, but in Roero, it is mostly sand. As a result, the winesare usually more aromatic and elegant, possessing softer tannins than Barolo and Barbaresco.
#### Luciano Sandrone, Nebbiolo d'Alba 'Valmaggiore' 2008 99Matteo Correggia, Roero 2001 110
#### Monchiero Carbone, Roero Riserva Printi 2005 94
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Boca, Carema, Ghemme, Lessona, Spanna
Antonio Vallana, Spanna Montalbano 1961 525#### Cantine del Castello Conti, Boca 2004 68#### Ioppa, Ghemme Bricco Balsina 2004 123
Le Piane di Antonio Cerri, Boca 'Campo delle Piane' 1985 195Le Piane di Antonio Cerri, Boca 'Campo delle Piane' 1990 170Le Piane di Antonio Cerri, Boca 'Campo delle Piane' 1991 165Le Piane, Boca 2005 150Le Piane, Boca 2006 125
#### Luigi Ferrando, Carema 'Etichetta Nera' 2003 125373 Luigi Ferrando, Carema 'Etichetta Nera' 2004 130
Luigi Ferrando, Carema 'Etichetta Nera' Magnum 2004 295
973 Massimo Clerico, Coste della Sesia 'Spanna' 2010 68Proprietà Sperino, Lessona 2008 120
Sella, Lessona 2008 75Sella, Lessona 'Omaggio a Quintino Sella' 2007 125Sella, Lessona San Sebastiano allo Zoppo 2007 92
Gattinara
Antoniolo Osso San Grato Magnum 2006 370#### Antoniolo Osso San Grato 2007 135
Antoniolo Osso San Grato Magnum 2007 295#### Antoniolo San Francesco 1999 125#### Antoniolo San Francesco 2007 105
Antoniolo Vigneto Castelle 1990 245#### Antoniolo Vigneto Castelle 2004 115
58 Travaglini 3 Liter 2001 300#### Travaglini 2005 64
Travaglini 'Tre Vigne' 2000 130381 Travaglini, Riserva 1985 275
Travaglini, Riserva 1998 160Travaglini, Riserva 2007 98Travaglini, Riserva Magnum 2007 195
These villages are all located north of the Langhe, where the soil is generally more granitic and the elevations much higher. Every wine listedis Nebbiolo-based, with some being made entirely from this noble varietal. These wines are generally less plush than Barolo and Barbaresco,with more perceived acidity, but all the classic Nebbiolo flavors.
Maybe the most well-known of the Alpine growing regions for Nebbiolo, Gattinara is a benchmark expression of what is possible in the North.
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Barbera d'Alba
This quintessential Italian varietal, grown in many of the Northern regions, find its best home in the Langhe area. It produces deeply coloredred wines showcasing dark fruit flavors, particularly cherries, raspberries, and blackberries. While it has very delicate tannins, its relativelyhigh acidity makes it very adept to the utilization of oak, which is occassionally overused. In Alba, Barbera is often planted in better locations,sometimes in sites that could be designated for Nebbiolo, while the landscape in the Asti area is much more open. As in Barolo and Barbaresco,styles can vary greatly, as many producers in both areas are moving toward the use of oak for a more polished and modern style.
188 Angelo Gaja Sorì Vagnona 1970 250Bartolo Mascarello 2010 100Bartolo Mascarello 2012 88
290 Cascina Fontana Magnum 2002 150Cogno 'Prephylloxera' 2012 115Fratelli Alessandria, Superiore 'Priòra' 2011 68G.D. Vajra, Superiore 2011 92
Giacomo Conterno Cascina Francia 2004 170Giacomo Conterno Cascina Francia Magnum 2009 225Giacomo Conterno Cascina Francia 2010 125Giacomo Conterno Cascina Francia 2011 110Giacomo Conterno Cascina Francia 2012 98Giacomo Conterno Cerretta 2010 125Giacomo Conterno Cerretta 2011 110Giacomo Conterno Cerretta 2012 98
Pelissero Piani 2011 53284 Roberto Voerzio, Riserva Pozzo dell'Annunziata Magnum 2003 735212 Roberto Voerzio, Riserva Pozzo dell'Annunziata Magnum 2004 670434 Vietti Scarrone 'Vigna Vecchia' 2001 175
Vietti Scarrone 'Vigna Vecchia' Magnum 2010 360
Barbera d'Asti
#### Braida di Giacomo Bologna 'Ai Suma' 2008 195#### Braida di Giacomo Bologna 'Ai Suma' 2009 185#### Fratelli Coppo 'Pomorosso' 1998 140#### Fratelli Coppo 'Pomorosso' 2005 160224 Hastae 'Quorum' 1998 150
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Dolcetto
One of Italy's most charming native varietals, Dolcetto is the wine drunk daily in Piemonte, and is virtually exclusive to this region. The majorityof Dolcettos are produced in the zone of Alba, but because of its popularity it is planted in seven districts, with the best results found in Alba andDogliani. Dolcetto d'Alba is generally more delicate and perfumed than the intense and concentrated version from Dogliani. While the use of oakhas been attempted over the years, the best Dolcettos are the pure, oak-free, early-drinking styles with their vibrant fruit.
#### Bartolo Mascarello, Dolcetto 'Alba 2012 52#### Bricco Maiolica, Dolcetto Diano d'Alba Sorì Bricco Maiolica 2008 58
Brovia, Dolcetto d'Alba Brea 'Solatio' Magnum 1985 295Brovia, Dolcetto d'Alba Brea 'Solatio' 1988 125
561 Brovia, Dolcetto d'Alba Brea 'Solatio' 1990 140
Giacomo Conterno, Dolcetto d'Alba Cascina Francia 1996 145
Other wines from Piemonte
#### Burlotto, Verduno Pelaverga 2013 48#### Cascina Ebreo, Langhe Barbera 'Segreto' 2001 110
Castello di Verduno, Verduno Pelaverga 'Basadone' 2013 50
799 Elio Altare, Langhe Barbera Larigi 2003 160939 Elio Altare, Langhe Barbera Larigi 2004 150900 Elio Altare, Langhe Nebbiolo Arborina 1990 435702 Elio Altare, Langhe Nebbiolo Arborina 2008 193
448 G.D. Vajra, Langhe Freisa 'Kyè' 2008 82Giacomo Conterno, Nebbiolo Riserva 1964 550
417 Giancarlo Travaglini, Nebbiolo 'Il Sogno' 2004 210#### Le Colline di Conte Ravizza 'Monsecco' Riserva Speciale 1968 175#### Le Piane, Croatina Colline Novaresi 'Piane' 2007 82#### Montalbera, Ruché di Castagnole Monferrato 'Laccento' 2012 67
Sottimano, Vino Rosso 'Maté' 2014 48
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Vini del Ticino
545 Chiodi Vini, Merlot 'Rompideé' 1997 98
Lombardia
681 Conti Sertoli Salis, Sforzato di Valtellina 'Canua' 2004 125
Nino Negri, Valtellina Superiore Vigneto Fracia 2007 98Nino Negri, Valtellina Superiore Vigneto Fracia Magnum 2008 180Nino Negri, Valtellina Superiore Vigneto Fracia 2009 82
Trentino-Alto Adige
The northern part of the region that borders Austria, known as Alto Adige, is locally called Sudtirol. It is home to indigenous varietals, such as Schiava and Lagrein. Schiava is a pleasing, fruity red, while Lagrein is black and chocolatey, with a scent of plums, and bright acidity. The southernpart of the region is Trentino, where the grape of choice is Teroldego, which features deep red fruit with scents of berries, tar and wild cherries.
#### Andrian, Lagrein Alto Adige Riserva 'Tor di Lupo' 2010 82
Cantina Terlano, Lagrein Alto Adige Riserva 'Porphyr' 2006 185Cantina Terlano, Lagrein Alto Adige Riserva 'Porphyr' 2007 165Cantina Terlano, Lagrein Alto Adige Riserva 'Porphyr' 2008 150
157 Foradori, Teroldego Vigneti delle Dolomiti 'Granato' 2009 120Foradori, Teroldego Vigneti delle Dolomiti 'Granato' Magnum 2009 225Foradori, Teroldego Vigneti delle Dolomiti 'Granato' 2010 100Foradori, Teroldego Vigneti delle Dolomiti Morei 2012 82Foradori, Teroldego Vigneti delle Dolomiti Sgarzon 2012 82
943 Guerrieri Gonzaga, Vallagarina 'San Leonardo' 1997 140150 Guerrieri Gonzaga, Vallagarina 'San Leonardo' 1999 13082 Guerrieri Gonzaga, Vigneti delle Dolomiti 'San Leonardo' 2000 125
Nusserhof, Schiava Alto Adige 'Elda' 2010 58TenutÆ Lageder, Cabernet Sauvignon Alto Adige 'Cor Römigberg' 2008 115TenutÆ Lageder, Pinot Nero Alto Adige 'Krafuss' 2009 100
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Friuli-Venezia-Giulia
The real success in this North-East region bordering Austria and Slovenia is accomplished by its white wines. Recently, producers have started to release well-made reds form local varietals, Refosco and Schioppettino.
#### Bressan, Pignolo Venezia Giulia 2000 140#### Bressan, Schioppettino Venezia Giulia Magnum 2006 190
204 Josko Gravner 'Rosso' 1991 200652 Josko Gravner 'Rosso' 1992 200#### Josko Gravner 'Rosso' 1993 200#### Josko Gravner 'Rosso' 1994 200
Meroi, Colli Orientali del Friuli Dominin 2002 315Meroi, Colli Orientali del Friuli Dominin 2006 295
#### Meroi, Colli Orientali del Friuli 'Nestri' 2009 55385 Meroi, Merlot Colli Orientali del Friuli 'Ros di Buri' 2008 110
Meroi, Merlot Colli Orientali del Friuli 'Ros di Buri' 2009 100
Miani, Merlot Colli Orientali del Friuli 'Buri' 2009 320250 Miani, Merlot Colli Orientali del Friuli 'Filip' 2006 385658 Miani, Colli Orientali del Friuli Rosso 2007 210
Ronco del Gnemiz, Friuli Colli Orientali 'Rosso del Gnemiz' 2012 82
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Veneto
These wines are produced near the town of Verona, and use of varietals indigenous to the area. Until recently, Corvina and Corvinone were regardedas the same varietal. Corvinone is now used as a complementary grape by some producers. Valpolicella and Amarone use the same blend of varietals,but the grapes for the production of Valpolicella are not partially dried as they are for Amarone. Grapes destined to become Amarone are picked andlaid out on mats, where they shrivel and remain for months after harvest. The "appassimento," or drying process, takes place indoors with goodventilation to prevent the growth of mold. Good Amarone is like no other wine in the world, with scents of cherry, dark fruits, and aging exotic spices.
705 Accordini, Amarone della Valpolicella Classico 'Acinatico' 1999 175705 Bertani, Recioto della Valpolicella Amarone Classico 1981 400
Brigaldara, Amarone della Valpolicella 'Riserva' 2007 275Ca' Rugate, Amarone della Valpolicella 2011 92Corte Guala, Amarone della Valpolicella 2010 88
#### Giuseppe Quintarelli, Amarone della Valpolicella Classico 1998 600840 Luigi Righetti, Recioto della Valpolicella Amarone Classico 'Capitel de' Roari' 1985 270306 Masi, Amarone della Valpolicella Classico 1993 310
210 Romano Dal Forno, Amarone della Valpolicella 1988 1450483 Romano Dal Forno, Amarone della Valpolicella 1991 1200#### Romano Dal Forno, Amarone della Valpolicella 1993 1375#### Romano Dal Forno, Amarone della Valpolicella 1994 1100#### Romano Dal Forno, Amarone della Valpolicella 1995 1175#### Romano Dal Forno, Amarone della Valpolicella 1998 1125666 Romano Dal Forno, Amarone della Valpolicella 2000 800134 Romano Dal Forno, Amarone della Valpolicella 2001 750126 Romano Dal Forno, Amarone della Valpolicella 2002 1000
Trabucchi d'Illasi, Amarone della Valpolicella 2006 125#### Viviani, Amarone della Valpolicella Classico 'Casa dei Bepi' 1998 285
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Valpolicella
115 Giuseppe Quintarelli, Classico Superiore 2006 150115 Romano Dal Forno, Superiore 2006 260
Other wines from Veneto
622 Allegrini, Veronese Rosso 'Villa Giona' 2001 110758 Conte Loredan Gasparini, Colli Trevigiani 'Capo di Stato' 2003 88328 Giorgio Cecchetto, Raboso del Piave 'Gelsaia' 2002 130
Giorgio Cecchetto, Piave Malanotte 'Gelsaia' 2009 92
Giuseppe Quintarelli, Cabernet Veneto 'Alzero' 2001 695Giuseppe Quintarelli, Cabernet Veneto 'Alzero' 2005 675Giuseppe Quintarelli, Veneto Rosso 'Primofiore' 2011 100Giuseppe Quintarelli, Veneto Rosso 'Rosso Ca' del Merlo' 2005 150Giuseppe Quintarelli, Veneto Rosso 'Rosso del Bepi' 2002 295
Inama, Veneto Rosso 'Bradisismo' 2009 58
227 Maculan, Veneto Rosso 'Fratta' 2003 165#### Maculan, Veneto Rosso 'Fratta' 2004 150
Maculan, Veneto Rosso 'Fratta' 2007 170Maculan, Veneto Rosso 'Fratta' 2008 140
693 Maculan, Merlot Breganze 'Crosara' 2003 200
#### Consorzio Vini Tipici, Sangiovese Riserva 'Tessano' 2001 60
Emilia e Romagna
Sangiovese is the grape of choice in the eastern part of the region, while Lambrusco and Bonarda are more prevalent in the western part. Qualityis on the rise, but production has been dominated by large cooperatives emphasizing quantity over quality. Changes are occurring throughout theregion with good results from small producers trying to emulate the success of Sangiovese in Tuscany.
214 Drei Dona, Sangiovese di Romagna Superiore Riserva 'Pruno' 1999 95247 La Stoppa, Gutturnio 2007 50#### Leone Conti, Ravenna Rosso 'Arcolaio' 2007 115388 Torre Fornello, Gutturnio Riserva 2001 64
Republica di San Marino
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Toscana
Brunello di Montalcino
Without a doubt Tuscany's most prestigious and expensive wine, Brunello can be traced to the town of Montalcino, where the Biondi-Santi familycreated a clone of Sangiovese and named it Brunello, or "the little brown one." This part of Tuscany has witnessed a real renaissance in winemaking,and Brunello has been at its center. The number of producers more than doubled, bringing to the consumer newer wines, very often from youngvineyards, and still trying to find a niche among the many different styles. One thing that's remained constant is the high price Brunello has alwaysdemanded. Known for its richness, dark color, and its incredible aging potential, this wine can be spectacular when all elements are present, ordisappointing if some are lacking. Brunello di Montalcino is definitely one of Italy's most important wines, and frequently among the best.
Biondi-Santi 1995 595305 Biondi-Santi 2001 305
Biondi-Santi, Riserva 1983 112592 Biondi-Santi, Riserva 1999 960
401 Canalicchio di Sopra 2004 200Canalicchio di Sopra 2007 185Canalicchio di Sopra 2008 165Canalicchio di Sopra, Riserva 2001 350Canalicchio di Sopra, Riserva 2006 325
Capanna 2009 98Capanna, Riserva 2006 155Capanna, Riserva Magnum 2006 340
#### Caprili 2007 125Caprili 2008 110Casanuova delle Cerbaie 2006 88
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Brunello di Montalcino
Case Basse di Gianfranco Soldera Case Basse 1990 1895#### Case Basse di Gianfranco Soldera Case Basse 1993 650555 Case Basse di Gianfranco Soldera Case Basse 1998 485928 Case Basse di Gianfranco Soldera, Riserva 2001 1295664 Case Basse di Gianfranco Soldera, Riserva 2002 775#### Case Basse di Gianfranco Soldera, Riserva 2003 675#### Case Basse di Gianfranco Soldera, Riserva 2004 995484 Case Basse di Gianfranco Soldera, Riserva Intistieti 1995 1150701 Case Basse di Gianfranco Soldera, Riserva Intistieti 2000 675
Cerbaiola di Giulio Salvioni 1990 550Cerbaiola di Giulio Salvioni 1993 395
#### Cerbaiola di Giulio Salvioni 2003 325216 Cerbaiola di Giulio Salvioni 2004 298
Cerbaiona di Diego Molinari 1993 415Cerbaiona di Diego Molinari 2001 375
886 Cerbaiona di Diego Molinari 2004 278
Ciacci Piccolomini d'Aragona Vigna di Pianrosso 1999 225616 Ciacci Piccolomini d'Aragona Vigna di Pianrosso 2004 150
Ciacci Piccolomini d'Aragona Vigna di Pianrosso 2007 135Ciacci Piccolomini d'Aragona, Riserva Vigna di Pianrosso 'Santa Caterina d'Oro' 2004 200
Colleoni 2008 195Colleoni 2009 175
Conti Costanti 1990 365Conti Costanti 2004 165Conti Costanti, Riserva 1985 435Conti Costanti, Riserva 2007 195
Fuligni 2004 180
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Brunello di Montalcino
700 Il Colle, Riserva 1979 210#### Il Paradiso di Manfredi Magnum 2006 335
Il Paradiso di Manfredi, Riserva 2006 270#### Il Poggione 2004 165
Il Poggione 2010 145951 La Togata, Riserva 2001 250
#### Le Chiuse di Sotto di Gianni Brunelli 2004 150Le Chiuse di Sotto di Gianni Brunelli 2006 138Le Chiuse di Sotto di Gianni Brunelli 2009 105
761 Mastrojanni Schiena d'Asino 2004 195
#### Pertimali di Livio Sassetti 1985 385Pertimali di Livio Sassetti 1990 325
356 Pertimali di Livio Sassetti 3 Liter 1998 540
Pian dell'Orino 2009 160Pieve Santa Restituta di Angelo Gaja 'Rennina' 2007 305
Poggio di Sotto 2000 250Poggio di Sotto 2001 320Poggio di Sotto 2003 265Poggio di Sotto 2005 250
Salicutti 'Piaggione' 2001 195Salicutti 'Piaggione' 2004 175
#### Silvio Nardi Manachiara 2004 195Siro Pacenti 2003 195
#### Stella di Campalto 2005 225Stella di Campalto 2007 200
#### Tenuta Friggiali 2004 150117 Tornesi 2005 105#### Uccelliera 2007 130
Uccelliera 2009 120764 Voliero 2006 125
Voliero 2007 115
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Brunello di Montalcino
Valdicava Brunellos are some of the most dark and intensely-concentrated wines in Montalcino. Proprietor Vincenzo Abbruzzese attributesthis to the vineyards, which are planted at a very high density and are cropped to tiny yields. There is very little work done in the winery,where the wines are aged mostly in large casks. Only three wines are released. In addition to a Rosso di Montalcino and a Brunello di Montalcino,Valdicava makes a Brunello Riserva from their Madonna del Piano vineyard. The Brunellos show best between 10-15 years after the vintage
#### Valdicava 2004 250#### Valdicava 3 Liter 2004 1315
Valdicava 2005 225Valdicava Magnum 2006 495Valdicava 2007 220Valdicava Magnum 2007 475Valdicava 2008 215Valdicava, Riserva Madonna del Piano 1997 450
695 Valdicava, Riserva Madonna del Piano 1998 345318 Valdicava, Riserva Madonna del Piano 2001 57533 Valdicava, Riserva Madonna del Piano Magnum 2001 1490
#### Valdicava, Riserva Madonna del Piano 2003 340#### Valdicava, Riserva Madonna del Piano 2004 450#### Valdicava, Riserva Madonna del Piano Magnum 2004 920
Valdicava, Riserva Madonna del Piano 2006 440
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Rosso di Montalcino
Rosso di Montalcino is either Sangiovese Grosso grown outside the Brunello appellation, or declassified Brunello. Some producers make Rossoas a lighter, fresher alternative to Brunello, while others opt for a more powerful style that more closely resembles Brunello itself.
#### Canalicchio di Sopra 2012 68#### Cerbaiola di Giulio Salvioni 2011 120#### Cerbaiona di Diego Molinari 2010 98
Colleoni 2011 78Colleoni 2012 85Il Paradiso di Manfredi 2012 100
#### Pian dell'Orino 2009 62Poggio di Sotto 2008 120Salicutti Sorgente 2010 70Stella di Campalto 2009 95Valdicava 2012 92
This "Noble Wine" has been produced in the hills around the town of Montepulciano for centuries. It is made from the Sangiovesegrape, locally known as Prugnolo Gentile, with an allowance for up to 20% of other varietals authorized by the province of Siena.At its best it combines the structure and the power found in Brunello di Montalcino with the finesse of the best Chianti Classico.
249 Boscarelli Nocio dei Boscarelli 2009 160Poliziano Asinone 2010 110
Vino Nobile di Montepulciano
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Chianti Classico
Chianti Classico is a well defined area in central Tuscany where the most famous of Italian red wines are produced. Wines produced outside this areaare labelled simply Chianti. Recent changes in government regulations require that wine is made with 100% Sangiovese, with the flexibility to add upto 20% of international varietals, therefore allowing many of the now famous "Super Tuscan" wines to be classified as legitimate Chiantis. Becausethe new regulations are less restrictive than in the past, the style among the producers is very different, particularly when affected with CabernetSauvignon or Syrah. Nevertheless, these wines are more reliable and better made than ever before, beginning a new era for this storied region.
#### Castell'in Villa, Riserva 2006 110Castell'in Villa, Riserva 2008 100
577 Castello di Ama Vigneto Bellavista 2004 325Castello di Ama Vigneto Bellavista 2006 295
191 Castello di Ama Vigneto La Casuccia 1995 340590 Castello di Ama Vigneto La Casuccia 2001 325
Castello di Ama Vigneto La Casuccia 2006 295
591 Fattoria di Rodano, Riserva Viacosta Magnum 1999 145#### Fattoria Poggiopiano 'La Tradizione' 2006 100
Felsina, Riserva Rancia 1990 435Felsina, Riserva Rancia 1994 155
#### Felsina, Riserva Rancia Magnum 2006 190
#### Fontodi, Riserva Vigna del Sorbo 1999 115#### Monsanto, Riserva Il Poggio 1999 145#### Monsanto, Riserva Il Poggio Magnum 1999 280
Montesecondo Magnum 2010 195129 Rocca di Castagnoli, Riserva 'Poggio a'Frati' 2004 75
#### Rocca di Montegrossi, Riserva 1988 230Rocca di Montegrossi Vigneto San Marcellino 2008 100
San Felice, Riserva Poggio Rosso 2006 100San Giusto a Rentennano, Riserva 'Le Barōncole' 2008 92
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Sangiovese and Tuscan varietals
#### Bibi Graetz, Toscana Rosso 'Testamatta' Magnum 2009 375
#### Case Basse di Gianfranco Soldera, Sangiovese 2007 1125Case Basse di Gianfranco Soldera, Sangiovese 2008 995Case Basse di Gianfranco Soldera, Sangiovese 'Pegasos' 2005 435
Castellare 'I Sodi di San Niccolo' 1997 335Castellare 'I Sodi di San Niccolo' 2000 285Castellare 'I Sodi di San Niccolo' 2001 315Castellare 'I Sodi di San Niccolo' 2006 140
Fattoria Poggiopiano, Colorino 'Taffe Ta' 2009 295Fattoria Poggiopiano, Sangiovese 'Rosso di Sera' 2003 155Fattoria Poggiopiano, Sangiovese 'Rosso di Sera' 2006 130
274 Felsina, Sangiovese 'Fontalloro' 2004 130#### Felsina, Sangiovese 'Fontalloro' 2006 115#### Felsina, Sangiovese 'Fontalloro' Magnum 2006 235
481 Fontodi, Sangiovese Colli Toscana Centrale Flaccianello Magnum 1999 425Fontodi, Sangiovese Colli Toscana Centrale Flaccianello 2006 240Fontodi, Sangiovese Colli Toscana Centrale Flaccianello Magnum 2006 475
Il Borghetto, Sangiovese 'Clante' 2007 140#### Il Molino di Grace, Sangiovese Gratius 2004 110
64 Isole Olena, Sangiovese 'Cepparello' 1999 170#### Isole Olena, Sangiovese 'Cepparello' 2004 145#### Isole Olena, Sangiovese 'Cepparello' 2005 115#### Isole Olena, Sangiovese 'Cepparello' Magnum 2005 270#### Isole Olena, Sangiovese 'Cepparello' 2006 120
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Sangiovese and Tuscan varietals
#### Montevertine 2004 135#### Montevertine 2007 120#### Montevertine 2009 110
Montevertine Il Sodaccio 1997 295#### Montevertine Le Pergole Torte 1982 570414 Montevertine 'Le Pergole Torte' 1990 520533 Montevertine 'Le Pergole Torte' 2004 295
Montevertine 'Le Pergole Torte' 2010 225Montevertine 'Le Pergole Torte' Magnum 2010 490Montevertine 'Le Pergole Torte' 2011 215Montevertine 'Le Pergole Torte' Magnum 2011 475Montevertine 'Le Pergole Torte' 3 Liter 2011 1045Montevertine, Riserva 1997 245
639 Podere il Carnasciale 'Caberlot' Magnum 2003 475467 Podere il Palazzino, Sangiovese 'Grosso Sanese' 1990 185
Podernuovo a Palazzone, Sangiovese 'Sotirio' 2009 78Rocca di Montegrossi, Sangiovese 'Geremia' 1990 225Rocca di Montegrossi, Sangiovese 'Geremia' 1995 210
#### San Felice, Pugnitello 2007 100
#### San Giusto a Rentennano, Sangiovese di Toscana 'Percarlo' 2003 120San Giusto a Rentennano, Sangiovese di Toscana 'Percarlo' 2004 195
289 San Giusto a Rentennano, Sangiovese di Toscana 'Percarlo' 2005 135#### San Giusto a Rentennano, Sangiovese di Toscana 'Percarlo' 2006 145
#### Terre di Montefili, Sangiovese 'Anfiteatro' 1997 140127 Terre di Montefili, Sangiovese 'Anfiteatro' Magnum 1997 290331 Terre di Montefili, Sangiovese 'Anfiteatro' 1999 135361 Terre di Montefili, Sangiovese 'Anfiteatro' 2000 130624 Terre di Montefili, Sangiovese 'Anfiteatro' 2001 135
234 Testamatta, Canaiolo 2006 25041 Testamatta 'Colore' 2006 1190
466 Testamatta 'Soffocone di Vincigliata' 2006 72#### Testamatta 'Testamatta' Magnum 2003 395167 Testamatta 'Testamatta' 2004 225
Testamatta 'Testamatta' 2007 200
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Tuscan Blends
#### Antinori Solaia 1982 930Antinori Solaia 1985 875
#### Antinori Solaia 1990 950884 Antinori Solaia 1997 995#### Antinori Solaia 2005 580999 Antinori Solaia 2006 575542 Antinori Solaia 2007 580
94 Antinori Tignanello 1985 600915 Antinori Tignanello 1988 500#### Antinori Tignanello 3 Liter 2004 750
Antinori Tignanello 2011 185
#### Castello dei Rampolla 'Sammarco' Magnum 1985 650641 Castello dei Rampolla 'Sammarco' Magnum 1990 710#### Castello dei Rampolla 'Sammarco' Magnum 1995 485338 Castello dei Rampolla 'Sammarco' 1997 230
Castello dei Rampolla 'Sammarco' 2000 165348 Castello dei Rampolla 'Vigna d'Alceo' 1998 280
280 Castello di Bossi 'Corbaia' 2000 110597 Fattoria di Rodano 'Monna Claudia' Magnum 1988 275
Fattoria di Rodano 'Monna Claudia' 2001 80
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Tuscan Blends
118 La Massa 'Giorgio Primo' Magnum 2004 265196 La Massa 'Giorgio Primo' 2006 135
La Massa 'Giorgio Primo' Magnum 2007 240
Querciabella 'Camartina' 1990 345709 Querciabella 'Camartina' 2005 270
Querciabella 'Camartina' 2008 265
#### Renieri 'Re' di Renieri' 2003 99#### Rocca di Montegrossi 'Geremia' 2006 115
Rocca di Montegrossi 'Geremia' 2007 100558 Tenimenti Ruffino 'Romitorio di Santedame' 2003 135
Tenuta di Capezzana 'Ghiaie della Furba' 1990 215
803 Tenuta di Trinoro 'Le Cupole' Magnum 2005 145680 Tenuta di Trinoro 'Tenuta di Trinoro' 1999 300687 Tenuta di Trinoro 'Tenuta di Trinoro' 2004 285
354 Tenuta Sette Ponti 'Oreno' 2005 180
International Varietals
297 Castello di Bossi, Merlot 'Girolamo' 2000 105278 Fontodi, Syrah 'Case Via' 1996 110
Monsanto, Cabernet Sauvignon Il Mulino 'Nemo' 1990 195San Giusto a Rentennano, Merlot La Ricolma 2007 125
287 Tenimenti Luigi d'Alessandro, Syrah 'Il Bosco' Magnum 1995 200#### Tenimenti Luigi d'Alessandro, Syrah Cortona 'Il Bosco' 2006 125
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Maremma
The winemaking history of this western part of Tuscany, facing the Tirreno Sea, is very new, and void of any traditions. The climate is idealfor growing Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Syrah. Winemakers are free to experiment without the boundaries imposed by traditions. Thesewines represent a newer and more international style of Italian winemaking, as they are very flamboyant, seductive, and pleasing.
Ca' Marcanda di Angelo Gaja, Bolgheri 'Camarcanda' 2004 195Fattoria Le Pupille, Maremma Toscana Saffredi 2006 185
623 Le Macchiole, Bolgheri Rosso 2006 72397 Le Macchiole, Cabernet Franc Toscana 'Paleo' 2001 225817 Le Macchiole, Cabernet Franc Toscana 'Paleo' 2004 200376 Le Macchiole, Merlot Toscana 'Messorio' 2001 550#### Le Macchiole, Merlot Toscana 'Messorio' 2003 410
744 Le Macchiole, Syrah Toscana 'Scrio' 1995 415#### Le Macchiole, Syrah Toscana 'Scrio' 1998 425818 Le Macchiole, Syrah Toscana 'Scrio' 2004 355
286 Massa Vecchia, Cabernet Sauvignon di Maremma Toscana 'La Fonte di Petrarsa' 1998 94Montepeloso, Toscana Rosso 'A Quo' 2012 65
713 Podere Grattamacco, Bolgheri Superiore 'Grattamacco' 2000 128133 Rocca di Frassinello, Maremma Toscana 2004 120#### Rocca di Frassinello, Maremma Toscana 2005 115
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Maremma
508 Tenuta dell'Ornellaia, Vino Rosso Masseto 1989 880Tenuta dell'Ornellaia, Merlot Toscana Masseto 1995 1550
189 Tenuta dell'Ornellaia, Merlot Toscana Masseto 2004 1250#### Tenuta dell'Ornellaia, Merlot Toscana Masseto 2006 1195584 Tenuta dell'Ornellaia, Merlot Toscana Masseto 2007 1075784 Tenuta dell'Ornellaia, Merlot Toscana Masseto 2008 1075#### Tenuta dell'Ornellaia, Merlot Toscana Masseto Magnum 2008 2595
Tenuta dell'Ornellaia, Merlot Toscana Masseto 2009 1050Tenuta dell'Ornellaia, Merlot Toscana Masseto Magnum 2009 2550Tenuta dell'Ornellaia, Merlot Toscana Masseto 2010 1025Tenuta dell'Ornellaia, Merlot Toscana Masseto Magnum 2010 2495Tenuta dell'Ornellaia, Merlot Toscana Masseto 2011 995Tenuta dell'Ornellaia, Merlot Toscana Masseto Magnum 2011 2430
Tenuta dell'Ornellaia, Bolgheri 'Le Serre Nuove' 2011 150
Tenuta dell'Ornellaia, Bolgheri Superiore 'Ornellaia' 1996 525Tenuta dell'Ornellaia, Bolgheri Superiore 'Ornellaia' 2001 495
#### Tenuta dell'Ornellaia, Bolgheri Superiore 'Ornellaia' 2006 395#### Tenuta dell'Ornellaia, Bolgheri Superiore 'Ornellaia' Magnum 2006 950#### Tenuta dell'Ornellaia, Bolgheri Superiore 'Ornellaia' 2007 425#### Tenuta dell'Ornellaia, Bolgheri Superiore 'Ornellaia' Magnum 2007 950#### Tenuta dell'Ornellaia, Bolgheri Superiore 'Ornellaia' 2008 345511 Tenuta dell'Ornellaia, Bolgheri Superiore 'Ornellaia' Magnum 2008 950
Tenuta dell'Ornellaia, Bolgheri Superiore 'Ornellaia' 2009 375Tenuta dell'Ornellaia, Bolgheri Superiore 'Ornellaia' 2010 415Tenuta dell'Ornellaia, Bolgheri Superiore 'Ornellaia' 2011 390
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Maremma
#### Tenuta San Guido, Vino Rosso 'Sassicaia' 1985 3100801 Tenuta San Guido, Bolgheri 'Sassicaia' 2004 400#### Tenuta San Guido, Bolgheri 'Sassicaia' Magnum 2004 840#### Tenuta San Guido, Bolgheri 'Sassicaia' Magnum 2006 855909 Tenuta San Guido, Bolgheri 'Sassicaia' Magnum 2007 855339 Tenuta San Guido, Bolgheri 'Sassicaia' 2008 425
Tenuta San Guido, Bolgheri 'Sassicaia' 2009 410Tenuta San Guido, Bolgheri 'Sassicaia' Magnum 2009 875Tenuta San Guido, Bolgheri 'Sassicaia' 2010 395Tenuta San Guido, Bolgheri 'Sassicaia' 2011 395
110 Tua Rita, Toscana 'Giusto di Notri' 2001 240691 Tua Rita, Toscana 'Giusto di Notri' 2004 170#### Tua Rita, Toscana 'Giusto di Notri' 2005 180
#### Tua Rita, Merlot Toscana 'Redigaffi' 2001 625#### Tua Rita, Merlot Toscana 'Redigaffi' 2004 490
86 Tua Rita, Merlot Toscana 'Redigaffi' 2005 420
319 Tua Rita, Sangiovese Toscana Perlato del Bosco 2001 9495 Tua Rita, Toscana Rosso Perlato del Bosco 2005 72
Marche
In the past, this Adriatic region has been better known for the white wines it's produced, but the quality of its red wines is increasing every year.Montepulciano and Sangiovese are the grapes of choice, often fashioned in a modern style with the assistance of Cabernet and Merlot.
#### Alberto Serenelli, Montepulciano Marche 'Afro' 2000 360619 Alberto Serenelli, Rosso Conero 'Varano' 1999 97
Moroder, Rosso Conero Riserva 'Dorico' 2004 78870 Oasi degli Angeli, Montepulciano Marche 'Kurni' Magnum 2005 375309 Remo Dezi, Montepulciano Marche 'Regina del Bosco' 2000 66
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Umbria
The most exciting wines from this landlocked region come from the town of Montefalco. Thanks to the hard work and perseverance of Marco Caprai, the reputation of the local varietal, Sagrantino, has been restored to the highest level of its history. Sagrantino is a strong, tannic grapethat requires a good dose of oak and plenty of aging to smooth the intense tannins and jammy character. Today, Caprai is the benchmark for Sagrantino, producing magnificent, intense red wines with a polished and more elegant structure.
Sagrantino di Montefalco
380 Arnaldo Caprai '25 Anni' 1993 245#### Arnaldo Caprai '25 Anni' 1997 230178 Arnaldo Caprai '25 Anni' 1998 21061 Arnaldo Caprai '25 Anni' 2000 19557 Arnaldo Caprai '25 Anni' 2001 200
#### Arnaldo Caprai '25 Anni' 2003 180#### Arnaldo Caprai '25 Anni' 2004 185
Milziade Antano 2004 100124 Milziade Antano 2005 115
Paolo Bea Cerrete 2007 235#### Paolo Bea Pagliaro 2004 195#### Paolo Bea Pagliaro Magnum 2004 415
Paolo Bea Pagliaro 2007 150
Perticaia 2006 78427 Raína 2008 92
Scacciadiavoli 2004 90
Other Umbrian wines
488 Arnaldo Caprai, Umbria Rosso 'Rosso Outsider' 2001 135228 Castello delle Regine, Merlot Umbria 2000 110273 Falesco, Cabernet Umbria 'Marciliano' 2003 94809 Lamborghini, Umbria Rosso 'Campoleone' 2004 110#### Milziade Antano, Montefalco Rosso Riserva 2007 82
#### Paolo Bea, Montefalco Rosso Vigna San Valentino 2004 135#### Paolo Bea, Montefalco Rosso Riserva Vigna Pipparello 2005 130
Paolo Bea, Montefalco Rosso Riserva Vigna Pipparello 2007 115Paolo Bea, Umbria Rosso 'Rosso de Veo' 2007 93
#### Sportoletti, Umbria Rosso 'Villa Fidelia' 1999 135#### Sportoletti, Umbria Rosso 'Villa Fidelia' 2004 100
Sportoletti, Umbria Rosso 'Villa Fidelia' 2009 78
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Abruzzo
Montepulciano d'Abruzzo
Without a doubt, Montepulciano d'Abruzzo is the most important example of this varietal. However, lack of direction has been a persistentproblem. Consequently, this wine can be all over the map. From insipid or rustic to massive and very focused, from very inexpensive to veryexpensive, navigating through the production of this wine can be challenging. A new appellation, Montepulciano d'Abruzzo Colline Teramane,recently emerged close to the Adriatic Sea in the Teramo hills, and is expected to deliver a distinctive new style of Montepulciano d'Abruzzo.
621 Dino Illuminati, Vecchio 'Zanna' 1985 140516 Dino Illuminati, Vecchio 'Zanna' 1987 120618 Dino Illuminati, Vecchio 'Zanna' 1991 130
893 Emidio Pepe 1983 365#### Emidio Pepe 1985 325#### Emidio Pepe 1995 400#### Emidio Pepe 2001 175
420 Torre dei Beati Cocciapazza 2004 72#### Valentini 2006 438
Montepulciano d'Abruzzo Colline Teramane
877 Centorame 'Castellum Vetus' 2008 78877 Dino Illuminati, Riserva 'Zanna' 2007 90
Lazio
Lazio has emerged as one of the better areas in Italy for Bordeaux vcarietals, especially Merlot. The indigenous Cesanese makes elegant andearthy wines, while Giacchè, an ancient varietal that disappeared for many years but was recently rediscovered, is a bigger and bolder alternative.
#### Damiano Ciolli, Cesanese di Olevano Romano Cirsium 2008 82391 Falesco, Merlot Lazio 'Montiano' 1998 125633 Falesco, Merlot Lazio 'Montiano' 2000 99
Tenuta di Fiorano, Vino Rosso 2008 150Tenuta di Fiorano, Lazio Rosso 'Fioranello' 2011 65
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Campania
Aglianico, the noble grape of the south, is produced in several regions with great success. Its best interpretation is found in the zone around thecommune of Taurasi. The Mastroberardino family deserves credit for discovering that grapes planted in the upper slopes of Irpinia would delivera better wine, which is how Taurasi was conceived. There are several Aglianico appellations, but the success of this varietal begins and ends withTaurasi. The wines are rich, with loads of dark fruit like plum, raspberry and blackberry, with hints of leather, coffee and tobacco. As in many other parts of the country, new oak found its way into the area, and an appropriate dosage will smooth out the wine and soften Aglianico's tannins.
Taurasi
#### Cantine Lonardo 2001 94918 Colli di Lapio di Romano Clelia Vigna Andrea 2005 88
#### D'Antiche Terre 2005 68128 D'Antiche Terre, Riserva 'Il Vicario' Magnum 2000 185367 D'Antiche Terre, Riserva 'Il Vicario' 2005 78
#### Feudi di San Gregorio 2003 96#### Feudi di San Gregorio Piano di Montevergine 1999 115
#### Mastroberardino 1972 250#### Mastroberardino 'Naturalis Historia' 2003 185#### Mastroberardino 'Radici' 2004 125
Mastroberardino 'Radici' 2006 115Mastroberardino, Riserva 'Centotrenta' 1999 165Mastroberardino, Riserva 'Centotrenta' Magnum 1999 275
469 Mastroberardino, Riserva 'Radici' 1997 170Mastroberardino, Riserva 'Radici' 2003 130
Quintodecimo, Riserva Vigna Quintodecimo 2007 240
646 Salvatore Molettieri Vigna Cinque Querce 2004 110Salvatore Molettieri Vigna Cinque Querce 2007 88
#### Salvatore Molettieri, Riserva Vigna Cinque Querce 1999 180585 Salvatore Molettieri, Riserva Vigna Cinque Querce 2003 155#### Salvatore Molettieri, Riserva Vigna Cinque Querce Magnum 2004 340
634 Terradora di Paolo 'Fatica Contadina' 2003 97Terredora di Paolo Pago dei Fusi 2005 120
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403 Feudi di San Gregorio, Merlot Irpinia 'Patrimo' 2001 210914 Feudi di San Gregorio, Merlot Campania 'Patrimo' 2005 245396 Feudi di San Gregorio, Aglianico Irpinia 'Serpico' 2001 200#### Feudi di San Gregorio, Aglianico Irpinia 'Serpico' Magnum 2001 400#### Feudi di San Gregorio, Aglianico Irpinia 'Serpico' 2003 150
489 Fontana Galardi, Roccamonfina 'Terra di Lavoro' 2001 365#### Fontana Galardi, Roccamonfina 'Terra di Lavoro' 2003 185924 Fontana Galardi, Roccamonfina 'Terra di Lavoro' 2004 225#### Fontana Galardi, Roccamonfina 'Terra di Lavoro' 2005 210119 Fontana Galardi, Roccamonfina 'Terra di Lavoro' 2006 185
#### Fattoria La Rivolta, Aglianico del Taburno Riserva 2003 94964 G. Papa, Primitivo Falerno del Massico 'Campantuono' 2003 77
I Pentri, Piedirosso Beneventano 'Kerres' 2009 57435 Marisa Cuomo, Costa d'Amalfi Furore Rosso Riserva 2000 94721 Nifo Sarapochiello, Aglianico del Taburno Riserva 'D'Erasmo' 2003 72
Montevetrano di Silvia Imparato, Aglianico Campania 'Core' 2012 68#### Montevetrano di Silvia Imparato, Colli di Salerno 'Montevetrano' 1995 220394 Montevetrano di Silvia Imparato, Colli di Salerno 'Montevetrano' 1998 190632 Montevetrano di Silvia Imparato, Colli di Salerno 'Montevetrano' 1999 175#### Montevetrano di Silvia Imparato, Colli di Salerno 'Montevetrano' 2000 145
75 Montevetrano di Silvia Imparato, Colli di Salerno 'Montevetrano' 2002 145922 Montevetrano di Silvia Imparato, Colli di Salerno 'Montevetrano' 2004 200#### Montevetrano di Silvia Imparato, Colli di Salerno 'Montevetrano' 2005 200#### Montevetrano di Silvia Imparato, Colli di Salerno 'Montevetrano' 2006 200
#### Vestini Campagnano, Casavecchia Terre del Volturno 2004 108
984 Viticoltori de Conciliis, Aglianico Paestum 'Latoscuro' 2006 185#### Viticoltori de Conciliis, Aglianico Paestum 'Naima' 1999 160#### Viticoltori de Conciliis, Aglianico Paestum 'Naima' Magnum 2003 195677 Viticoltori de Conciliis, Aglianico Paestum 'Naima' Wilburg Magnum 2004 375
Other wines from Campania
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Puglia
The Negroamaro grape, grown on traditional bush-trained vines in the Salento peninsula, provides Puglia's best wines. Grape cultivation hasalways been focused on large production of cheap, tannic wines, but recent changes and investments in the cellars have helped to raise quality.
402 Cosimo Taurino, Rosso del Salento 'Patriglione' 1993 120#### Cosimo Taurino, Salento Rosso 'Patriglione' 2001 96601 Cosimo Taurino, Salice Salentino Riserva 3 Liter 1996 250
515 La Corte, Salento Rosso 'Re' 2003 99#### Tenute Mater Domini, Salice Salentino Riserva 'Casili' 2007 68
#### Tormaresca, Aglianico Castel del Monte 'Bocca di Lupo' 2001 97#### Tormaresca, Aglianico Castel del Monte 'Bocca di Lupo' 2004 64
Tormaresca, Negroamaro Salento 'Masseria Maìme' 2005 72
#### Valle dell'Asso, Negroamaro Salento 'Piromáfo' 2005 54
Basilicata
Aglianico del Vulture
#### Elena Fucci Titolo 2001 130811 Elena Fucci Titolo Magnum 2003 210#### Elena Fucci Titolo 2004 105487 Elena Fucci Titolo 2005 99
872 Grifalco 'Bosco del Falco' 2005 95
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Sicilia
Sicily was perhaps the first of the southern regions to ignite the wine revolution that has drastically changed the landscape of southern Italian wines.Rich with native varietals, from the most popular Nero d'Avola to Frappato, Perricone, and Nerello Mascalese, producers are now working verydiligently to respect these native grapes while setting new standards in research and development of the land.
Benanti, Nerello Mascalese Sicilia 2007 7868 Cos, Nero d'Avola Sicilia Labirinto 2002 175
Donnafugata, Contessa Entellina 'Mille e una Notte' 2007 138Gulfi, Nero d'Avola Sicilia 'Nerojbleo' 2010 58Occhipinti, Cerasuolo di Vittoria Classico Grotte Alte 2010 110
620 Palari, Faro Magnum 2004 240650 Palari, Faro Magnum 2005 290
Palari, Faro 2007 145316 Palari, Sicilia Rosso 'Rosso del Soprano' 2007 77
Tasca d'Almerita, Contea di Sclafani 'Rosso del Conte' 2005 150Tasca d'Almerita, Contea di Sclafani 'Rosso del Conte' 2006 135Tasca d'Almerita, Contea di Sclafani 'Rosso del Conte' 2007 130Tasca d'Almerita, Contea di Sclafani 'Rosso del Conte' 2008 120
929 Tenuta di Passopisciaro, Sicilia Rosso 'Franchetti' 2005 28025 Tenuta di Passopisciaro, Sicilia Rosso 'Franchetti' 2006 250
Tenuta di Passopisciaro, Sicilia Rosso 'Franchetti' 2008 225
#### Tenuta Enza La Fauci, Faro 'Oblì' 2009 96#### Valle dell'Acate, Cerasuolo di Vittoria Classico 2008 54
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Etna
65 Benanti, Etna Rosso Rovittello 2002 120Benanti, Etna Rosso Serra della Contessa 2000 130Benanti, Etna Rosso Serra della Contessa 2002 115Benanti, Etna Rosso Serra della Contessa 2006 95
Ciro Biondi, Sicilia Rosso Cisterna Fuori 2011 100Girolamo Russo, Etna Rosso San Lorenzo 2011 88
#### Tenuta delle Terre Nere, Etna Rosso 'Prephylloxera' 2008 180Tenuta delle Terre Nere, Etna Rosso 'Prephylloxera' 2009 155
594 Teunta delle Terre Nere, Etna Rosso 'Santo Spirito' 2008 110
Tenuta di Passopisciaro, Sicilia Rosso 2010 92Tenuta di Passopisciaro, Sicilia Rosso 2011 88Tenuta di Passopisciaro, Terre Siciliane Contrada Porcaria 2012 140
Sardegna
Located in the middle of the Mediterranean Sea, Sardenga has been influenced by many cultures throughout its history. Grape varietals likeCarignano (Carignan) and Cannonau (Grenache) came from Spain and France while the origins of Bovale, Monica, and Pascale are less clear. The wines tend to be ripe and powerful thanks to Sardegna's warm and sunny climate. They are vaguely reminiscent of Southern Rhone reds.
Argiolas, Isola dei Nuraghi 'Turriga' 2006 155
#### Dettori, Cannonau Romangia Rosso 'Dettori' 2001 280839 Dettori, Cannonau Romangia Rosso 'Dettori' 2004 200#### Dettori, Cannonau Romangia Rosso 'Dettori' 2005 225332 Dettori, Cannonau Romangia Rosso 'Tenores' 2005 195
Dettori, Cannonau Romangia Rosso 'Tenores' 2006 125Dettori, Pascale Romangia Rosso 'Ottomarzo' 2010 63
Panevino, Vino Rosso 'Su Chi No'Nau' 2013 85968 Sardus Pater, Carignano del Sulcis Riserva 'Kanai' 2005 74
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Domestic Red Wines
Pinot Noir
Pinot Noir is considered by many to be the world's greatest varietal. Often thriving in cooler climates, Pinot Noir is known for its beautiful core of cherry fruit, gentle structure, and racy acidity. California and Oregon have experienced great success in many different microclimates. From thewarmth of the Santa Lucia Highlands and parts of the Russian River Valley, to the marginal areas along the Sonoma Coast and in the WillametteValley, domestic Pinot Noirs offer an endless array of styles and flavors, and have proved able to stand with the world's best.
Central Coast####
Arnot-Roberts, Santa Cruz Mountains Legan 2013 115Arnot-Roberts, Santa Cruz Mountains Peter Martin Ray 2013 115Chanin, Santa Maria Valley Bien Nacido 2011 94Domaine de la Côte, Sta. Rita Hills 2012 82Domaine de la Côte, Sta. Rita Hills Bloom's Field 2012 120
689 Greg Linn Wines, Santa Maria Valley Grangerville 2007 140Greg Linn Wines, Santa Maria Valley Le Bon Climat 2007 165
Mount Eden Vineyards, Santa Cruz Mountains 'Estate' 2010 135#### Mount Eden Vineyards, Santa Cruz Mountains 'Estate' 2011 120
Mount Eden Vineyards, Santa Cruz Mountains 'Estate' 2012 100
#### Rhys Vineyards, San Mateo County 2010 115Rhys Vineyards, San Mateo County 2012 95Rhys Vineyards, San Mateo County Family Farm 2008 195
Russian River Valley####
Cirq Treehouse 2012 215Kistler 2013 100Kosta Browne 2013 160Williams-Selyem 'Westside Road Neighbors' 2010 175
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Pinot Noir
Sonoma Coast
Ceritas 'Costalina' 2011 105Ceritas 'Costalina' 2012 88Ceritas Escarpa 2010 135Ceritas Escarpa 2012 120
45#### Cobb Coastlands 2007 115961 Cobb Joy Road 2007 115
Cobb Rice-Spivak 2007 115581#### Failla 2012 63####
Kistler 2012 115Kosta Browne 2013 160Kosta Browne Kanzler 2012 210
####Littorai 2013 92Littorai Mays Canyon 2012 125Littorai Platt 2012 120
796 Littorai The Pivot Vineyard 2011 125####
Marcassin Blue-Slide Ridge 2003 450
906 Peay Vineyards 'Estate' 2001 95#### Peay Vineyards 'Estate' 2004 140
Peay Vineyards 'Scallop Shelf' 2012 110
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Pinot Noir
Sonoma Coast
#### Radio-Coteau Terra Neuma 2009 108Salinia W.E. Bottoms 2006 88Whoa Farm 2012 100
503#### Williams-Selyem 1990 240
Williams-Selyem 2010 135525 Williams-Selyem 2011 125#### Williams-Selyem Coastlands 2001 245#### Williams-Selyem Coastlands 2009 180
Williams-Selyem Peay 2009 145
Mendocino######## Ceritas, Anderson Valley Hacienda Secoya 2012 110
Ceritas, Anderson Valley Hacienda Secoya 2013 95Failla, Anderson Valley Savoy 2013 100Knez Winery, Anderson Valley Demuth Vineyard 2010 82
663 Knez Winery, Anderson Valley Demuth Vineyard 2011 75
Littorai, Anderson Valley Cerise 2009 140Littorai, Anderson Valley Cerise 2012 125Littorai, Anderson Valley Savoy 2011 130Littorai, Anderson Valley Savoy 2012 120
997 Peay Vineyards, Anderson Valley Savoy 2012 120Peay Vineyards, Anderson Valley Savoy 2013 105
549 Radio-Coteau, Anderson Valley Savoy 2009 105Twomey, Monument Tree 2012 170
Other California Appellations######## El Molino, Napa Valley 2011 105786 Hanzell Vineyards, Sonoma Valley 2008 133#### Pey-Marin, Marin County 'Trois Filles' 2006 72
Sean Thackrey, Marin County Devil's Gulch Ranch 'Andromeda' 2007 92Williams-Selyem, Sonoma County 2000 175
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Pinot Noir
Oregon
Bergström, Ribbon Ridge Le Pré du Col 2013 115J.K. Carriere, Willamette Valley 2007 96Ken Wright Cellars, Dundee Hills Nysa 2010 94
Other Domestic Red Wines
Arnot-Roberts, Trousseau North Coast 2013 68RPM, Gamay Noir El Dorado 2013 63
Zinfandel
Although possibly related to Primitivo, Zinfandel may be considered a varietal unique to California. It typically thrives in warmer microclimates,and offers spicy, dark cherry flavors with soft tannins.
####Lamborn Family Vineyards, Howell Mountain 'The Diamond Anniversary' 2012 82Storybook Mountain Vineyards, Mayacamas Range 'Estate' 2011 68Storybook Mountain Vineyards, Napa Valley 'Estate Reserve' 2010 110
Grenache & Blends
Grenache is most prominent in the Southern Rhone Valley of France. Rarely vinified on its own, it is usually blended with Syrah, Mourvèdreand many other varietals. Grenache is classically grown in warm climates, and offers ripe red cherry fruit and spicy white pepper aromatics.
336 Gallica, Amador County Shake Ranch Ridge 'Suzuri Series' 2012 98
336 Sine Qua Non, Grenache California 'Pictures' 2007 550810 Sine Qua Non, Grenache California 'The Line' 2008 520727 Sine Qua Non, Grenache California 'Upside Down' 2009 495
Sine Qua Non, Grenache California 'Dark Blossom' 2011 470#### Sine Qua Non, Grenache Santa Rita Hills Eleven Confessions 'The Naked Truth' 2005 995923 Sine Qua Non, Grenache Santa Rita Hills Eleven Confessions 'Crosshairs' 2006 1000
Sine Qua Non, Grenache Santa Rita Hills Eleven Confessions 'This Is Not An Exit' 2009 575
Wind Gap, Grenache Sonoma County Sceales Vineyard 2011 67
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Syrah
Traditionally from France's Northern Rhone Valley, Syrah is thriving all over California. Flavors like blackberry, leather, smoked meats, and bacon fat are typical. Warm climate Syrah tends to emphasize dark fruit, while cooler areas showcase the rustic, gamey flavors Syrah is justifiably famous for.
217 Alban Vineyards, Edna Valley Reva 2009 170
Arnot-Roberts, North Coast 2013 77Arnot-Roberts, Sonoma Coast Clary Ranch 2012 110Arnot-Roberts, Sonoma Coast Clary Ranch 2013 95Arnot-Roberts, Sonoma Coast Griffin's Lair 2010 120Arnot-Roberts, Sonoma Coast Griffin's Lair 2013 105Arnot-Roberts, Sonoma Coast Que 2013 135
946 Colgin Cellars, Napa Valley IX Estate 2008 438447 Donelan Family Wines, Sonoma County 'Acquerello' 2010 72
Donelan Family Wines, Sonoma County 'Cuvée Keltie' 2009 150Failla, Sonoma Coast 'Estate' 2011 110Kivelstadt Cellars, Sonoma Valley Kivelstadt Vineyard 'The Inheritance' 2010 78Lagier-Meredith, Mount Veeder 2009 82Lillian, California 2008 160Lillian, California 2010 145
#### Neyers, Sonoma Coast 'Cuvée d'Honneur' 2010 110Neyers, Sonoma Coast 'Cuvée d'Honneur' 2011 92
610 Peay Vineyards, Sonoma Coast 'La Bruma' 2011 88Piedrasassi, Santa Barbara County 2012 69
560 Radio-Coteau, Sonoma Coast Cherry Camp 2008 100Radio-Coteau, Russian River Valley Dusty Lane 2008 105
#### Ramey, Sonoma Coast Rodgers Creek Vineyard 2007 105#### Reynvaan, Walla Walla Valley In The Rocks 'The Unnamed' 2008 85#### Rhys Vineyards, Santa Cruz Mountains Horseshoe 2009 125613 Salinia, Sonoma Coast Heintz Ranch 2007 88
Sean Thackrey, Napa Valley Rossi Vineyard 'Orion' 2010 150759#### Sine Qua Non, California 'Labels' 2007 550895 Sine Qua Non, California 'B 20' 2008 520
Sine Qua Non, California 'The Thrill Of Stamp Collecting' 2009 495#### Sine Qua Non, California 'Dark Blossom' 2011 470716 Sine Qua Non, Santa Rita Hills Eleven Confessions 'The 17th Nail in My Cranium' 2005 1030
Sine Qua Non, Santa Rita Hills Eleven Confessions 'A Shot in The Dark' 2006 1000Sine Qua Non, Santa Rita Hills Eleven Confessions 'This Is Not An Exit' 2009 575
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Cabernet Franc & Merlot
On the Left Bank of Bordeaux, Cabernet Franc and Merlot are usually blended with Cabernet Sauvignon to provide an aromatic elegance anda supple texture. On the Right Bank, the two are blended together to make some of the world's most sought-after wines. As is often the case, California is a melting pot, offering examples of both styles, as well as its own pure expressions of each varietal. Cabernet Franc is a more subtlevarietal, and provides more savory flavors, like tobacco, bell pepper, and violets. Merlot makes more opulent, fruit-driven wines, usually with concentrated dark fruit and a very smooth, silky texture.
#### Blankiet, Merlot Napa Valley Paradise Hills 2004 28595 Lewis Cellars, Merlot Napa Valley 2012 125
Neyers, Merlot Conn Valley Neyers Ranch 2012 63Shafer, Merlot Napa Valley 2012 95
Cabernet Sauvignon & Blends
Cabernet Sauvignon is the dominant varietal in many of the world's greatest wines, and is often supplemented with small amounts of CabernetFranc, Merlot, and Petit Verdot. Known for dark fruit and firm tannins, Cabernet Sauvignon has what it takes to age very well. Wines from theLeft Bank of Bordeaux are a perfect example of this, and many California Cabernets focus on structure and balance in an attempt to emulate this style. Other producers choose to embrace the warmth of our state, making ripe, concentrated wines that are certainly more crowd-pleasing,but perhaps not as ageworthy. Regardless of style, California has proved itself to be one of the best places in the world for Cabernet Sauvignon.
Napa Valley
372 Abreu Madrona Ranch 1993 640#### Abreu Madrona Ranch 1994 825#### Abreu Madrona Ranch 1999 500177 Abreu Madrona Ranch 2003 585733 Abreu Thorevilos 2003 625
Araujo 'Altagracia' 2012 250#### Araujo Eisele 2006 475
644 Bond Estates Melbury 2005 825243 Bond Estates Pluribus 2007 795
Bond Estates Pluribus 2008 775Bond Estates Pluribus 2009 750Bond Estates Pluribus 2011 725Bond Estates Quella 2011 725Bond Estates St. Eden 2007 795
673 Bond Estates Vecina 2005 825Bond Estates Vecina 2008 775Bond Estates Vecina 2009 750
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Cabernet Sauvignon & Blends
Napa Valley
#### Colgin Cellars 'Cariad' 2004 780869 Colgin Cellars 'Cariad' 2005 895#### Colgin Cellars 'Cariad' 2006 795#### Colgin Cellars 'Cariad' 2007 850#### Colgin Cellars 'Cariad' 2008 750
Colgin Cellars 'Cariad' 2009 775
477 Colgin Cellars IX Estate 2003 675908 Colgin Cellars IX Estate 2004 695671 Colgin Cellars IX Estate 2005 725874 Colgin Cellars IX Estate 2007 995#### Colgin Cellars IX Estate 2008 750
Colgin Cellars IX Estate 2009 895Colgin Cellars IX Estate 2010 895
Continuum 2009 395Continuum 2011 350Continuum 2012 335
35 Corra 2005 295248 Corra 2006 270#### Corra 2008 250
Corra 2012 225
#### Dana Estates Helms 2008 565Dana Estates Helms 2009 485
#### Dana Estates Lotus 2006 595201 Dana Estates Lotus 2007 625#### Dana Estates Lotus 2008 495
Dana Estates Lotus 2009 485
439 Harlan Estate 1993 1360#### Harlan Estate 2004 1050824 Harlan Estate 2005 995
Harlan Estate 2010 1495
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Cabernet Sauvignon & Blends
Napa Valley
Joseph Phelps 'Insignia' 2011 375Lewis Cellars 2012 150Neal Family Vineyards 2008 82Neyers 'Ame' 2011 150
#### Opus One 1981 515Opus One 2011 410Pulido-Walker Melanson Vineyard 2011 275Scarecrow 2012 475Scarecrow 'M. Étain' 2012 250Screaming Eagle 2012 1950Spottswoode 'Estate' 2011 250Shafer, Stags Leap District 'Hillside Select' 2010 445The Mascot 2009 170
#### Vineyard 29 'Estate' 2006 375
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Cabernet Sauvignon & Blends
Other California Appellations
Arnot-Roberts, California 2012 120Arnot-Roberts, Chalk Hill Clajeux 2011 145
#### Arnot-Roberts, Santa Cruz Mountains Fellom Ranch 2009 175Arnot-Roberts, Santa Cruz Mountains Fellom Ranch 2010 160Arnot-Roberts, Santa Cruz Mountains Fellom Ranch 2011 150
464 Mount Eden Vineyards, Santa Cruz Mountains 'Estate' 1974 280#### Mount Eden Vineyards, Santa Cruz Mountains 'Estate' 2008 125
Mount Eden Vineyards, Santa Cruz Mountains 'Estate' 2009 110Mount Eden Vineyards, Santa Cruz Mountains 'Estate' 2010 100
#### Peter Michael, Knights Valley 'Les Pavots' 1996 420736 Peter Michael, Knights Valley 'Les Pavots' 2005 330#### Peter Michael, Knights Valley 'Les Pavots' 2006 315
Pied à Terre, Napa County 2010 58
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Large Bottles
Champagne
Agrapart & Fils, Blanc de Blancs Extra Brut 'Minéral' Magnum 2008 40063 Cedric Bouchard, Blanc de Noirs Brut 'Roses de Jeanne' Les Ursules 04/11 Magnum 2007 650
#### Cedric Bouchard, Blanc de Noirs Brut 'Roses de Jeanne' Les Ursules 04/12 Magnum 2008 625Cédric Bouchard, Blanc de Noirs Brut 'Roses de Jeanne' Les Ursules 04/13 Magnum 2009 595
518 Henriot, Brut 'Millésimé' Magnum 1990 525891 Krug, Brut Magnum 1995 970
Pierre Gimonnet, Blanc de Blancs Brut 'Millésime de Collection' 10/11 Magnum 2004 345Pierre Péters, Blanc de Blancs Brut 'Cuvée Réserve' 07/14 Magnum NV 235Pierre Péters, Blanc de Blancs Brut Les Chétillons 'Cuvée Spéciale' 01/13 Magnum 2006 440Pierre Péters, Blanc de Blancs Brut Les Chétillons 'Cuvée Spéciale' 11/13 Magnum 2007 460Pierre Péters, Blanc de Blancs Brut Les Chétillons 'Cuvée Spéciale' 02/15 Magnum 2009 420Vilmart, Brut 'Coeur de Cuvée' 08/13 Magnum 2004 695Vilmart, Brut 'Grand Cellier d'Or' 12/09 Magnum 2004 475
White Wines from Italy
Köfererhof, Sylvaner Valle Isarco 'R' Magnum 2011 180
Red Wines from Italy
Piemonte
Barbaresco####562 Angelo Gaja Magnum 1996 925
Angelo Gaja Costa Russi Magnum 1995 900#### Bruno Giacosa Asili Magnum 1998 575#### Bruno Giacosa Asili 3 Liter 1998 1315
Bruno Giacosa, Riserva Asili Magnum 2000 1485Ca' del Baio Asili Magnum 2009 215
474 Ca' del Baio Marcarini Magnum 2007 210Ca' del Baio Pora Magnum 2006 295Ca' del Baio Pora Magnum 2008 250Ca' del Baio Valgrande Magnum 2007 210
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Barbaresco######## Cantina del Pino Albesani Magnum 2005 295564 Castello di Neive, Riserva Albesani 'Santo Stefano' Magnum 2003 255438 Ceretto Bricco Asili Magnum 1985 575
Giuseppe Nada Casotto Magnum 1990 485Marchesi di Grésy Martinenga 'Camp Gros' Magnum 2007 275
#### Produttori del Barbaresco, Riserva Asili Magnum 1985 695#### Produttori del Barbaresco, Riserva Asili Magnum 1990 725
Produttori del Barbaresco, Riserva Montestefano Magnum 1999 585Produttori del Barbaresco, Riserva Rabaja Magnum 2007 245Prunotto Montestefano Magnum 1988 625
Barolo986
146 Aldo Conterno, Riserva 'Granbussia' Magnum 1999 1150Azelia Bricco Fiasco Magnum 1998 450Azelia Bricco Fiasco Magnum 2004 350Azelia Margheria Magnum 2004 340Azelia San Rocco Magnum 1998 495Azelia San Rocco Magnum 1999 475Azelia San Rocco Magnum 2004 375
824 Bartolo Mascarello Magnum 1998 895#### Bruno Giacosa Falletto Magnum 1997 945#### Bruno Giacosa Le Rocche del Falletto Magnum 1999 970#### Bruno Giacosa Le Rocche del Falletto Magnum 2003 625#### Bruno Giacosa Le Rocche del Falletto Magnum 2005 795352 Bruno Giacosa, Riserva Falletto Magnum 1996 2220
Bruno Giacosa, Riserva Le Rocche del Falletto Magnum 2001 1490Bruno Giacosa, Riserva Le Rocche del Falletto Magnum 2004 1995
93
Barolo######## Ceretto Gabutti 'Grignorè' Magnum 1990 690
Elio Altare Arborina Magnum 2004 610223 Elio Grasso Gavarini Magnum 2007 29538 Elvio Cogno Ravera Magnum 2004 315
526 Ettore Germano Prapò Magnum 2001 265310 Fratelli Alessandria Monvigliero Magnum 2003 255
Giacomo Conterno Cascina Francia Magnum 1990 1625#### Giacomo Conterno Cascina Francia Magnum 2000 865507 Giacomo Conterno Cascina Francia Magnum 2001 890598 Giacomo Conterno Cascina Francia Magnum 2006 675
Giacomo Conterno, Riserva Cascina Francia 'Monfortino' Magnum 1990 4125748 Giacomo Conterno, Riserva Cascina Francia 'Monfortino' Magnum 1998 1595238 Giacomo Conterno, Riserva Cascina Francia 'Monfortino' Magnum 2001 250097 Giuseppe Mascarello Monprivato Magnum 2004 485
Giuseppe Mascarello Monprivato Magnum 2009 485304 Giuseppe Rinaldi Cannubi San Lorenzo-Ravera Magnum 2006 525#### Marcarini Brunate Magnum 1989 800566 Marcarini Brunate Magnum 2001 395465 Marcarini Brunate Magnum 2004 350311 Palladino, Riserva San Bernardo 3 Liter 1974 1100410 Palladino, Riserva San Bernardo Magnum 1990 550#### Palladino, Riserva San Bernardo 3 Liter 1999 875783 Paolo Scavino Bric del Fiasc Magnum 1996 520#### Paolo Scavino Bric del Fiasc Magnum 1999 395
Parusso Fiurin Magnum 2000 430149 Parusso Rocche Magnum 2000 495#### Poderi Luigi Einaudi Cannubi Magnum 1996 420
Prunotto 'Bussia' Magnum 1988 380#### Renato Ratti 'Marcenasco' Magnum 2007 190
Renato Ratti Rocche dell'Annunziata 'Marcenasco' Magnum 1985 780#### Roberto Voerzio, Riserva 'Vecchie Viti dei Capalot e delle Brunate' Magnum 1999 795#### Roberto Voerzio, Riserva 'Vecchie Viti dei Capalot e delle Brunate' Magnum 2001 875
Rocche dei Manzoni Ginestra 'Vigna d'la Roul' Magnum 2001 490Vietti Rocche 3 Liter 1989 2095
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Other Red Wines from Piemonte295
Angelo Gaja, Langhe Sperss Magnum 1996 1125Antoniolo, Gattinara Osso San Grato Magnum 2006 370
58 Antoniolo, Gattinara Osso San Grato Magnum 2007 295Brovia, Dolcetto d'Alba Brea 'Solatio' Magnum 1985 295
284 Cascina Fontana, Barbera d'Alba Magnum 2002 150Giacomo Conterno, Barbera d'Alba Cascina Francia Magnum 2009 225Luigi Ferrando, Carema 'Etichetta Nera' Magnum 2004 295
212 Roberto Voerzio, Barbera d'Alba Riserva Pozzo dell'Annunziata Magnum 2003 735Roberto Voerzio, Barbera d'Alba Riserva Pozzo dell'Annunziata Magnum 2004 670
290 Travaglini, Gattinara 3 Liter 2001 300Travaglini, Gattinara Riserva Magnum 2007 195Vietti, Barbera d'Alba Scarrone 'Vigna Vecchia' Magnum 2010 360
Lombardia
Nino Negri, Valtellina Superiore Vigneto Fracia Magnum 2008 180
Trentino-Alto Adige
Foradori, Teroldego Vigneti delle Dolomiti 'Granato' Magnum 2009 225
Friuli-Venezia-Giulia
Bressan, Schioppettino Venezia Giulia Magnum 2006 190
Toscana
Brunello di Montalcino####
Capanna, Riserva Magnum 2006 340#### Il Paradiso di Manfredi Magnum 2006 335#### Pertimali di Livio Sassetti 3 Liter 1998 540
33 Valdicava 3 Liter 2004 1315Valdicava Magnum 2006 495Valdicava Magnum 2007 475
#### Valdicava, Riserva Madonna del Piano Magnum 2001 1490Valdicava, Riserva Madonna del Piano Magnum 2004 920
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Chianti Classico591
#### Fattoria di Rodano, Riserva Viacosta Magnum 1999 145#### Felsina, Riserva Rancia Magnum 2006 190
Monsanto, Riserva Il Poggio Magnum 1999 280Montesecondo, Chianti Classico Magnum 2010 195
Sangiovese and Tuscan Varietals######## Bibi Graetz, Toscana Rosso 'Testamatta' Magnum 2009 375481 Felsina, Sangiovese 'Fontalloro' Magnum 2006 235
Fontodi, Sangiovese Flaccianello Magnum 1999 425#### Fontodi, Sangiovese Flaccianello Magnum 2006 395#### Isole Olena, Sangiovese 'Cepparello' Magnum 2005 270
Montevertine 'Le Pergole Torte' Magnum 2010 490Montevertine 'Le Pergole Torte' Magnum 2011 475Montevertine 'Le Pergole Torte' 3 Liter 2011 1045
127 Podere il Carnasciale 'Caberlot' Magnum 2003 475#### Terre di Montefili, Sangiovese 'Anfiteatro' Magnum 1997 290
Testamatta 'Testamatta' Magnum 2003 395
Tuscan Blends and International Varietals####
#### Antinori Tignanello 3 Liter 2004 750641 Castello dei Rampolla 'Sammarco' Magnum 1985 650#### Castello dei Rampolla 'Sammarco' Magnum 1990 710597 Castello dei Rampolla 'Sammarco' Magnum 1995 485118 Fattoria di Rodano 'Monna Claudia' Magnum 1988 275#### La Massa 'Giorgio Primo' Magnum 2004 295104 La Massa 'Giorgio Primo' Magnum 2007 240287 Tenuta di Trinoro 'Le Cupole' Magnum 2005 145
Tenimenti Luigi d'Alessandro, Syrah 'Il Bosco' Magnum 1996 200
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Maremma####
Tenuta dell'Ornellaia, Merlot Masseto Magnum 2008 2595Tenuta dell'Ornellaia, Merlot Masseto Magnum 2009 2550
#### Tenuta dell'Ornellaia, Merlot Masseto Magnum 2010 2495Tenuta dell'Ornellaia, Merlot Masseto Magnum 2011 2430
#### Tenuta dell'Ornellaia, Bolgheri Superiore 'Ornellaia' Magnum 2006 950511 Tenuta dell'Ornellaia, Bolgheri Superiore 'Ornellaia' Magnum 2007 950#### Tenuta dell'Ornellaia, Bolgheri Superiore 'Ornellaia' Magnum 2008 950#### Tenuta San Guido, Bolgheri 'Sassicaia' Magnum 2004 840909 Tenuta San Guido, Bolgheri 'Sassicaia' Magnum 2006 855
Tenuta San Guido, Bolgheri 'Sassicaia' Magnum 2007 855Tenuta San Guido, Bolgheri 'Sassicaia' Magnum 2009 875
Marche870
Oasi degli Angeli, Montepulciano 'Kurni' Magnum 2005 375
Umbria####
Paolo Bea, Sagrantino di Montefalco Vigna Pagliaro Magnum 2004 415
Campania128#### D'Antiche Terre,Taurasi Riserva 'Il Vicario' Magnum 2000 185
Feudi di San Gregorio, Aglianico 'Serpico' Magnum 2001 400#### Mastroberardino, Taurasi Riserva 'Centotrenta' Magnum 1999 275#### Salvatore Molettieri, Taurasi Riserva Vigna Cinque Querce Magnum 2004 340677 Viticoltori de Concilis, Aglianico 'Naima' Magnum 2003 195
Viticoltori de Concilis, Aglianico 'Naima' Wilburg Magnum 2004 375
Puglia601
Cosimo Taurino, Salice Salentino Riserva 3 Liter 1996 250
Basilicata811
Elena Fucci, Aglianico del Vulture Titolo Magnum 2003 210
Sicilia620650 Palari, Faro Magnum 2004 240
Palari, Faro Magnum 2005 290
97
Sweet Wines
Piemonte####
Cappellano, Barolo Chinato NV 22Cascina Chicco, Arneis Vendemmia Tardiva 'Arcass' 2007 22
#### Forteto della Luja, Brachetto Passito Pian dei Sogni 2008 17934 Marcarini, Barolo Chinato NV 17
Braida di Giacomo Bologna, Brachetto d'Acqui 375 ml. 2013 33Paolo Saracco, Moscato d'Asti 375 ml. 2014 24Paolo Saracco, Moscato d'Asti 750 ml. 2014 40
Veneto579
Accordini, Recioto della Valpolicella Classico 'Acinatico' 2010 21Allegrini, Recioto della Valpolicella Classico 'Giovanni Allegrini' 2009 24Maculan, Moscato 'Dindarello' 2013 12
582 Maculan, Breganze Bianco 'Torcolato' 2009 19Maculan, Rosso 'Madoro' 2009 18
203 La Montecchia, Fior d'Arancio Passito 'Donna Daria' 375 ml. 2003 85582 Maculan, Breganze Bianco 'Torcolato' 375 ml. 2007 110#### Maculan, Breganze Bianco 'Torcolato' 375 ml. 2008 95#### Pieropan, Recioto di Soave Classico 'Le Colombare' 500 ml. 2006 80
98
Toscana
Vin Santo
Badia a Coltibuono, Vin Santo del Chianti Classico 2007 18Fattoria Montellori, Vin Santo Bianco dell'Empolese 2006 17
850 Felsina, Vin Santo del Chianti Classico 2003 18Selvapiana, Vin Santo del Chianti Rufina 2005 18
######## Avignonesi, Vin Santo di Montepulciano 375 ml. 1995 440350 Avignonesi, Vin Santo di Montepulciano 375 ml. 1996 425
Avignonesi, Vin Santo di Montepulciano 375 ml. 1999 395Avignonesi, Vin Santo di Montepulciano 'Occhio di Pernice' 375 ml. 1989 795Avignonesi, Vin Santo di Montepulciano 'Occhio di Pernice' 375 ml. 1996 545Avignonesi, Vin Santo di Montepulciano 'Occhio di Pernice' 375 ml. 1998 520
153389 Castello di Ama, Vin Santo del Chianti Classico 375 ml. 2003 110
Isole e Olena, Vin Santo del Chianti Classico 375 ml. 1995 130Rocca di Montegrossi, Vin Santo del Chianti Classico 375 ml. 2004 245Rocca di Montegrossi, Vin Santo del Chianti Classico 375 ml. 2005 215
967482 San Giusto a Rentennano 'Vin San Giusto' 375 ml. 2001 12578 San Giusto a Rentennano 'Vin San Giusto' 375 ml. 2002 147
San Giusto a Rentennano 'Vin San Giusto' 375 ml. 2003 105
99
Umbria
684 Perticaia, Montefalco Sagrantino Passito 2006 22
#### Castello della Sala 'Muffato della Sala' 500 ml. 2007 95
Sicilia
353 Donnafugata, Zibibbo, Passito di Pantelleria 'Ben Ryé' 2012 19#### Marco De Bartoli, Marsala Superiore Oro 5 Anni Vigna La Miccia 5 Year Old 20#### Marco De Bartoli, Marsala Superiore Riserva 10 Anni 10 Year Old 28#### Virgona, Malvasia delle Lipari Passito 2008 21
Sardegna
353 Cantine di Dolianova, Moscato di Cagliari 2009 19
Madeira and Sherry
640 Blandy's, Madeira, Bual 1968 48586 Blandy's, Madeira, Malmsey 10 Year Old 10 Year Old 10
130 Emilio Lustau, Sherry, Moscatel Las Cruces 100 Años 25
Port
593 Graham's, Reserve 'Six Grapes' NV 9#### Sandeman, 10 Year Tawny 10 Year Old 14592 Taylor Fladgate, 20 Year Tawny 20 Year Old 18#### Graham's, Vintage Port 2000 25
Fonseca, Vintage Port 750 ml. 1970 440Fonseca, Vintage Port 'Guimaraens' 375 ml. 1991 68
345 Graham's, Vintage Port 'Quinta Dos Malvedos' 375 ml. 1999 55Gould-Campbell, Vintage Port 750 ml. 1985 98Taylor Fladgate, Vintage Port 750 ml. 1966 535Warre's, Vintage Port 750 ml. 1963 525