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Our liveliest and most youthful style from Soave Classico, the Pieropan family has been producing this wine since the early 1900’s. Generous, pleasingly fresh and versatile, it is made from the traditional varieties of Garganega and Trebbiano di Soave grown in family-owned vineyards situated in the Soave Classico region. The 2022 vintage was characterized by a winter without significant rainfall, both snowy and rainy, and mild temperatures that led to an early but always dry spring. The temperatures of the first spring months were above average and this situation of scarcity, almost no rainfall and high temperatures lasted until the month of August. In the summer months we then witnessed prolonged waves of extreme heat which exacerbated the evo-transpiration rates of the plant. This has led to a situation of water stress, mainly in hilly areas, where both the scarcity of substrate and the drainage capacity of the soil have made irrigation vital. The budding was slow due to the shortage of water in the spring, partial in some cases. The setting was poor, with sparse bunches, which accentuates a lack of product and weight. This is more marked in early varieties such as Trebbiano, which was affected by the vintage. The Garganega, thanks to the rains of August and September, only partially recovered as the rains were not such as to make up for the water deficit. The plants finish the final stages of grape ripening in water suffering In our Valpolicella, on the other hand, the situation is a bit different, undoubtedly due to a more favorable climatic condition. The grapes are ripe, with low yields but in any case the position of the vineyard and its altitude have meant that the product is optimal from the point of view of the ripening parameters. We report an optimal state from a phytosanitary point of view of the grapes. As far as the finished product is concerned, it is still premature to say anything, it will certainly be slightly scarcer in terms of quantity.

Ratti Ochetti Langhe Nebbiolo DOC V22 750ML

Fine, delicate and persistent fragrance with trace scents that bring to mind forest strawberries and raspberries. Pleasantly bitter taste, velvety, at once light and full. A juicy and aromatic Nebbiolo from a single vineyard in Roero. The fruit has been purchased from the same handshake contracted grower for 50 years. 100% Nebbiolo from sandy soils. 300m asl. 30 year old vines. Aged for less than a year in neutral Slavonian oak. A wine well suited to red meats on the spit and grilled, game, truffled fondue, agnolotti, Italian gourmet dishes of white and red meats, also with spiced sauces.

Jermann Pinot Grigio Friuli DOC V22 750ML

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Jermann Pinot Grigio Friuli DOC V22 750ML

Pinot Grigio is a grape particularly at home in northeast Italy. Aromatic, layered and bright, this 100% Pinot Grigio opens with a tropical flourish on the nose and a striking straw yellow color. Full, smooth and very well balanced, notes of green apple, juicy Bartlett pear and fresh-cut citrus fill the palate, with a crisp mineral edge and hints of honey and melon on the long finish.

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Jermann Vintage Tunina V19 750ML

Jermann’s release of his flagship wine, ‘Vintage Tunina’, a field blend of native and international varietals, remains a watershed moment for Italian wine. Estate grown. Single vineyard. 30 year old vines. 25% of the blend is aged in large oak cask for 11 months.

Pieropan La Rocca Soave Classico DOC V19 750ML

La Rocca is marked by its depth and complexity The wine opens with aromas of chamomile, white peach and mango. Rich, creamy and round, the wine seamlessly integrates generous fruit notes of white peach, Meyer lemon, yellow apple and Asian pear with hints of ginger, marzipan and vanilla, while La Rocca’s crisp acidity and signature minerality add depth and complexity to the palate The finish is long and persistent, framed by hints of toasted almonds and spice.

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Pieropan Calvarino V20 750ML

The first single-vineyard Soave Classico, and one of the great whites of Italy. A traditional blend of 70% Garganega and 30% Trebbiano di Soave from volcanic soils. Estate grown. Organic. 10-50 year old vines. Aged for a year on the lees in glass-lined concrete tank.

Ecco Domani delle Venezie DOC Pinot Grigio V23 750M

Our Ecco Domani delle Venezie DOC Pinot Grigio is made primarily from hand-harvested grapes grown in the high-altitude region of delle Venezie area. This signature wine has a straw yellow color with light green and gold flecks. On the palate, it is a complex wine that offers delicate floral and tropical fruit notes of pineapple, passion fruit and mango. On the finish, an intense aroma of Williams pear complements the bright acidity. With its food-friendly and approachable style, our Pinot Grigio pairs beautifully with light pastas, poultry and fish and can also be enjoyed as a refreshing “after-work” aperitif

Prophecy IGT Delle Venezie Pinot Grigio V21 750ML

Prophecy Pinot Grigio offers a glimpse into the classic wines of Northeastern Italy, where Pinot Grigio flourishes against the backdrop of the region’s stunning landscape. The 2021 Pinot Grigio showcases the region’s hallmark styling with citrus characteristics, delicate hints of white flowers and signature minerality. Opening with aromas of citrus, light peach and fresh apple, the wine reveals layered notes of fresh-picked apricot, pear, lemon and luscious tropical fruit. The finish is refreshingly crisp. Grape Selection: The IGT Delle Venezie encompasses three regions of Northeast Italy: Trentino, Friuli-Venezie Giulia and Veneto. From high-altitude vineyards in the shadow of snow-capped mountains to vines thriving in the cool air climate of the Adriatic Coast, the region is known for its elegant and crisp Pinot Grigio wines.

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