Founded in 1948, the winery is operated by the brother and sister team of Lorella et Alberto Antoniolo. Their mother, Rosanna, remains a legend in this corner of Italy. They produce wines of purity and elegance, with much softer tannins than the nebbiolos of Langhe. Like all traditionally-made nebbiolo, delicate aromas and light colour are but appearance. These are wines of great complexity, depth and density. The single vineyard of Osso San Grato has south facing exposure. With only 5500 bottles produced per year, the nose is intense with furity notes of black cherry, dried roses, violets and distinct notes of tar. The palate is full-bodied and intense with persisten tannis that are sweet and velvety.

Founded in 1948, the winery is operated by the brother and sister team of Lorella et Alberto Antoniolo. Their mother, Rosanna, remains a legend in this corner of Italy. They produce wines of purity and elegance, with much softer tannins than the nebbiolos of Langhe. Like all traditionally-made nebbiolo, delicate aromas and light colour are but appearance. These are wines of great complexity, depth and density. The single vineyard of San Francesco has a south-west facing exposure with 3000-3500 bottles produced per year, the nose has intense, fruity notes of ripe plum, black sour cherry and sweet spices. The palate is smooth, delicate and well-balanced.

Robert Parker's Wine Advocate Review - Rated 96:

The 2020 Masseto now sees new DNA with a touch of Cabernet Franc added to this celebrated Merlot-based icon wine. This is a vintage of enormous richness and density, and everything about the wine is taken up a notch or two (including the bottle glass weight and the 15% alcohol content). But Axel Heinz and his team are well prepared for the hot vintages like 2020, and changes to farming and canopy management ensure even ripening. This wine is always hard to analyze in its youth. It needs many more years to soften and flesh out. Give it time.

It's dark and vibrant on the palate, with perfect ripeness of tannins and an amazingly refreshing finish.

Pian Delle Vigne Vignaferrovia Riserva is an elite, 100% Sangiovese Brunello di Montalcino DOCG Riserva produced by Marchesi Antinori only in top vintages from a 4-hectare plot, known for its deep ruby red color, complex notes of ripe red fruit, tobacco, and balsamic, alongside velvety tannins. It is aged for roughly 2.5 years in small barrels and large casks.

Made from a single vineyard of old vines, this wine is only produced in excellent vintages. It ages for 30 months in large hand selected barrels, used only for this wine. The nose is extremely complex and
broad with the classic Sangiovese notes of marasca cherry and
violets, but there are also scents of orange peel, sage, and balsamic. On the palate, it is dense, structured, and savory with silky, integrated tannins and fragrant acidity, with a finish you won't soon forget.This wine comes as a 3-pack in a beautiful sealed wooden box, however there is the ability to purchase a single bottle. Please contact the store for details.

The Gropello group of grapes features mostly Gropello Gentile and definitely the wine of the Lombardia side of Lake Garda and the Riviera del Garda DOC. This elegant wine features a strong, spicy note with strawberry and ripe fruit. On the palate it is sweet and balanced with a hint of savouriness.

Custoza in the hills of Lake Garda, is the region where the village of Del Fra is situated. The Magro vineyard is small and over 30 years old where this field blend of Garganega, Trebbiano Toscana, Cortese and Incrocio Manzoni come together to make this aromatic, intense, fruit-packed wine full of apple, pear, stone fruits, tropical fruit aromas along with a textural palate of wet stones and honey. Outstanding!

Giusti Augusto Recantina is a red wine produced by Giusti Wine winery located in Veneto, Italy. The wine is made using 100% Recantina grapes, which are grown in the vineyards surrounding the winery. Recantina is an indigenous grape variety of Veneto, known for its intense color, tannins, and high acidity. The wine is fermented in stainless steel tanks and aged in French oak barrels for 12 months, followed by bottle aging for an additional 6 months. On the nose, the wine exhibits aromas of blackberry, blueberry, and a hint of vanilla. On the palate, the wine is full-bodied, with firm tannins and a good balance of acidity. Flavors of dark fruit, spice, and a hint of chocolate are present. This wine is a great pairing with red meat dishes, game, and aged cheeses.

The Danimi Votiva Bianco is a white wine made from a blend of Fiano, Greco and Falanghina grapes grown in the Irpinia region of Campania, Italy. The wine is bright golden colour with toasted hazelnut aromas on the nose. Soft & stylish on the palate with notes of dried fruit. Perfect with fish & white meat dishes.

A complex mix of floral and fruity notes such as violets and wild red berries along with spicy notes that recall scent of tobacco and leather. The mouthfeel is full with velvety tannins. Intense and concentrated fruity and spicy flavours lingering on the palate with a persistent and long finish.

Tua Rita Perlato del Bosco Bianco is a white blend wine that is produced by Tua Rita winery in Tuscany, Italy. This wine is made from a blend of Vermentino, Viognier, and Ansonica grapes, which are grown in the vineyards surrounding the winery. It has a bright yellow color with greenish hues, and the nose is filled with intense floral and fruity aromas of white flowers, peach, and pear. On the palate, it is fresh, crisp, and lively with a good acidity level that balances the wine's sweetness. It has a long, persistent finish with a mineral aftertaste. This wine pairs perfectly with seafood dishes, fresh salads, and light appetizers.

2004 Vinatge - 92 Wine Advocate
The wine has a deep ruby-red colour. Ample and inviting on the nose. The spices of the oak enhance the varietal fruit of plum and violet. Excellent structure on the palate, with powerful but delicate tannins. Rich in complex and inviting nuances typical of a great vintage. Delightful aftertaste.

2006 Vintage - 91 Points Wine Enthusiast
Deep ruby red. Complex and fresh, with inviting fruit aromas balanced by oak-imparted spices. Well-structured and full-bodied, with fine tannins that promise great aging capacity; long and impressive finish.

2008 Vintage - 90 Points Wine Enthusiast
Deep ruby red colour. Complex and fresh on the nose, with inviting fruit aromas balanced by oak-imparted spices. Well-structured and full-bodied, with fine tannins that promise great aging capacity; long and impressive finish.

Terrano is one of the few red grapes of the Carso region, and much rarer than its Tazzelenghe or Schioppettino counterparts. Yet, the quality is unmistakable as the grape expresses the terroir very well. In fact, the grape name means “red earth” due to the soil it’s grown in. There is a certain Barbera-like quality to the crunchy, earth-tinged red fruits and the bright, zingy acidity of the wine, yet there is more finesse and purity. Fresh herbs and red licorice on the palate add complexity, and the concentration is surprising given its exceedingly modest alcohol level, typically never exceeding 12.5% alcohol. A unique wine, but well suited to the North American palate. 

Friuli-Venezia Giulia is one of the smallest regions in Italy, yet also one of the mightiest. With a plethora of indigenous grape varieties not grown outside of the region, and even fewer producers that are embracing them, Zidarich is truly one of the best.

There are many “malvasia” named grapes within Italy, with some more quality than others. One of the best Malvasia grapes is Istriana, grown in the Friuli region as well as neighbouring Slovenia. Benjamin Zidarich practices biodynamic viticulture, picking grapes and bottling wine according to the phases of the moon. He will tell you that the grapes are grown by the sun and the earth, and the wine is grown by the moon.  The nose has notes of white peaches, oriental mixed spices, mineral, and stony notes. Maceration on the skins will give the wine slight tannins that overlay crunchy stone fruits, savoury herbs, and crushed stony minerality. 

The Prulke is a white wine that is a blend of 60% Sauvignon, 20% Vitovska, 20% Malvasia Istriana, the last two native grapes of the region. The name Prulke refers to the land where the grapes are grown; directly below Prepotto, the town where Zidarich was born and the location of the winery.

Benjamin Zidarich was born and raised in the Carso area of Friuli Venezia-Giulia. The land is in his blood and his great passion for his home translates into making wines that reflect the terroir. The Prulke is a white wine that is a blend of 60% Sauvignon, 20% Vitovska, 20% Malvasia Istriana, the last two native grapes of the region. The name Prulke refers to the land where the grapes are grown; directly below Prepotto, the town where Zidarich was born and the location of the winery.  The wine is a medium-bodied light orange wine with saltiness and minerality, but also with a bit of oily, silky texture and more expressed citrus and herbal aromas.

Grignolino is a light-coloured tannic grape variety from the Monferrato region of Piemonte, where quality grape varieties grow in abundance. Always a nose of dried flowers, berry jam, pepper and cloves. Extremely high tannins, yet classy with a bold personality!

The Giuseppe Cortese Barbaresco Riserva "Rabajà" is a premium wine made from 100% Nebbiolo grapes grown in the Rabajà cru in the Barbaresco subregion of Piedmont. It is aged for a minimum of 36 months in oak barrels and then further refined in the bottle before release. The wine has a deep ruby red color and aromas of ripe red fruits, violet, spices, and tobacco. On the palate, it is full-bodied, with firm tannins and a long, persistent finish. This wine has received critical acclaim for its complexity, elegance, and aging potential. The Magnum size bottle is ideal for aging and for special occasions.

Vini Franchetti 20th Anni Special Edition 2019 is a red wine produced by Vini Franchetti, a winery located on the slopes of Mount Etna in Sicily, Italy. This wine is made from a blend of the native grape varieties Nerello Mascalese and Nerello Cappuccio, grown in the high-altitude vineyards of Etna. The grapes are fermented with native yeasts and aged for 14 months in oak barrels, resulting in a wine with intense aromas of dark fruit, spice, and tobacco. On the palate, the wine is full-bodied, with flavors of black cherry, blackcurrant, and hints of earthiness. The tannins are firm and well-structured, giving the wine a long and satisfying finish.

Unfortunately, as a language model, I don't have access to wine scores or ratings beyond what is publicly available on wine review websites or publications. However, Vini Franchetti is a well-respected winery in the Etna region, known for producing high-quality wines that showcase the unique terroir of the area. The 20th Anni Special Edition is a limited edition wine, released in celebration of the winery's 20th anniversary, and is highly sought after by wine enthusiasts.

"Aromas of scorched soil, cedar and spice form the nose. On the forward palate, smooth tannins accompany baked plum, star anise and a dollop of vanilla. Drink 2023-2027. Kerin O'Keefe" - 89/100, Wine Enthusiast

2x Barolo La Serra 2011

2x Barolo 2011

2x Barolo Brunate 2011

6 x 750mL

Color: ruby red
Bouquet: hints of black cherry, licorice, spices and menthol
Taste: with notes of sour cherries and violets, on the palate it is boundless and
powerful, with a wonderfully rich tannic texture

Gunpowder is a vibrant green tea, meticulously dried and rolled into gleaming pellets. Blended with a selection of Asian and indigenous Irish botanicals, it undergoes meticulous hand distillation in copper pot stills, resulting in a truly unique spirit. Best enjoyed neat or over a large ice cube for full appreciation of its character.

This exquisite rum showcases an intense amber tawny hue. Its opulent and inviting nose reveals a plethora of complex aromas, including spicy notes, jammy fruits, and nutty undertones, complemented by hints of orange flower and a subtle oakiness derived from extensive cask aging. On the palate, it offers a full-bodied and concentrated flavor profile, with rich and velvety textures that linger on the palate, culminating in a long and mellow finish that leaves a lasting impression.

Kimerud Botanisk Gin is a premium gin hailing from Norway, renowned for its innovative approach to distillation and selection of botanicals. This gin is crafted using a combination of traditional and locally sourced botanicals, including juniper berries, angelica root, and coriander, alongside unique Nordic ingredients such as wild Arctic thyme and cranberries. The result is a gin with a fresh and aromatic profile, boasting notes of juniper, citrus, and herbal nuances, intertwined with a subtle fruity sweetness. Kimerud Botanisk Gin is distinguished by its smooth and well-balanced character, making it perfect for crafting classic gin cocktails or enjoying neat over ice, allowing its intricate flavors to shine.

Nose: Aqva Lvce Gin opens with a vibrant burst of citrus, dominated by zesty notes of lemon and grapefruit. Delicate hints of juniper and coriander add depth and complexity to the aromatic profile.

Taste: On the palate, this gin reveals a harmonious blend of botanicals. The citrus notes continue to shine, with a refreshing burst of lemon and orange peel. Subtle hints of floral elements, such as lavender and chamomile, provide a delicate and elegant touch.

Palate: Aqva Lvce Gin offers a smooth and well-balanced mouthfeel. The citrus flavors remain prominent, accompanied by a gentle warmth from the botanicals. The finish is clean and crisp, leaving a lingering citrus zest on the palate.

Nouaison Distilled Gin offers a captivating nose with vibrant aromas of juniper berries, citrus zest, and a hint of floral notes. On the palate, it delivers a harmonious blend of juniper, coriander, and angelica, complemented by a subtle spiciness from cardamom and cubeb pepper. The smooth and velvety texture leads to a long, satisfying finish with a touch of warmth and a lingering herbal freshness.

Saint Maudez Gin is a premium gin that highlights a unique blend of botanicals, offering a distinctive taste profile. While specific details about its botanical mix and production process might vary, gins like Saint Maudez typically feature a harmonious combination of juniper berries, citrus peels, and other herbs and spices, creating a complex and refreshing spirit. The palate is likely to be balanced with a crisp juniper presence, complemented by layers of citrus, floral, or herbal notes, leading to a clean and elegant finish. This gin would be well-suited for classic gin cocktails or served simply with tonic water and a slice of lemon or lime to enhance its intricate flavors.