Ceretto - Barbaresco DOCG 2018 (Case of 6) - Organic
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Bottle Price: $89.95
Case Price: $540.89
Bottle Deposit: $.20 per bottle (included in case price)
Tax: Included in price
Bottle Per Case : 6 x 750 ml
Alcohol: 14%
Winery: Ceretto
Description: this Barbaresco is the fruit of the assembly of several parcels of land, coming from some of our most beautiful vineyards. The idea is that of naturally obtaining balance by harmonising different expressions, often contrasting ones. The result is a liquid expression of a terroir, tempting and typical, a synopsis of Barbaresco, which moves in the glass, alternating between structure and elegance.
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Ceretto - Nebbiolo D’Alba DOC Bernardina 2021 (Case of 6) - Organic
Bottle Price: $54.95
Case Price: $330.90
Bottle Deposit: $.20 per bottle (included in case price)
Tax: Included in price
Bottle Per Case : 6 x 750 ml
Alcohol: 14%
Winery: Ceretto
Description: Fermentations in stainless steel and ageing in old wood, produces wines of great expressive potential, complex and long-lived, protected by D.O.C. Nebbiolo d'Alba. Smooth sensations of rose petals, red fruits, earthy and spicy aromas.
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Ceretto - Langhe DOC Arneis Blange 2021 (Case of 6) - Organic
Bottle Price: $45.95
Case Price: $276.90
Bottle Deposit: $.20 per bottle (included in case price)
Tax: Included in price
Bottle Per Case : 6 x 750 ml
Alcohol: 13%
Winery: Ceretto
Description: Blangè is the white side of Piedmontese wines; a product that defined an era, revolutionizing Langhe winemaking that was previously devoted exclusively to red grapes.
It is the product of a highly distinctive region, the Roero, and a desire to improve varietal recognition, as well as drinking pleasure. Blangè combines sustainable practices in the vineyard with a modern take. Fruit and minerality, aromatics and balanced freshness, coexist in this white wine that has made enjoyment and versatility its trademark. Notes of anise seed, almond, peach and fresh pear.
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Ceretto - Barolo DOCG 2019 (Case of 6)
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Bottle Price: $118.00
Case Price: $709.20
Bottle Deposit: $.20 per bottle (included in case price)
Tax: Included in case price
Bottle Per Case : 6 x 750 ml
Alcohol: 14.5%
Winery: Ceretto
Drink Date: 2024 - 2045
Tasting Notes: Barolo Ceretto has a bright red color with garnet hues. The nose opens with hints of rose petals, spices and black cherries in alcohol. The taste gives an intense, balanced and round touch.
Delivery Time: 1 week
Description:
Origin:
Roberta Ceretto and her family report that all the estate vineyards, since 2015, are farmed according to biodynamic and organic practices. This group of wines includes the second vintage Ceretto's newest addition, the Barolo Bussia, with fruit from a tiny parcel in Bussia Soprana measuring less than one hectare. The excellent vineyard holdings of the winery now include Bricco Rocche in Castiglione Falletto, Cannubi San Lorenzo in Barolo, Brunate in La Morra, Prapò in Serralunga d'Alba and Bussia in Monforte d'Alba.
Ceretto - Barolo Bricco Rocche D.O.C.G. 2018
Bottle Price: $399.20
Case Price: $2395.20
Bottle Deposit: $.20 per bottle (included in bottle and case price)
Tax: Included in price
Bottles per Case: 6x750 ml
Alcohol: 14.0%
Winery: Ceretto (Piedmont)
Variety: Nebbiolo
Tasting Note: Indulge in the rich elegance of Ceretto's Barolo Bricco Rocche D.O.C.G. 2018. With its captivating complexity and velvety tannins, this distinguished red wine offers an enchanting bouquet of ripe cherries, violets, and hints of truffle, culminating in a harmonious, lingering finish.
Critical Acclaim:
*SUCKLING 95 POINTS*:
"Ripe red berries on the nose, together with some bitter-orange marmalade and spice. If you dig deep down, there’s an emerging note of truffle. Lovely, nascent complexity that’s also reflected on the medium-to full-bodied palate, which is tightly packed with all the goodies that the nose promised. The tannins firm up a bit at the end and need to soften a little to get full enjoyment. But so tempting now! Try from 2024." (08/22)
*ROBERT PARKER 94 POINTS*
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Ceretto - Barbaresco Asili D.O.C.G 2019
Bottle Price: $350.20
Case Price: $2101.20
Bottle Deposit: $.20 per bottle (included in bottle and case price)
Tax: Included in price
Bottle Per Case : 6 x 750 ml
Alcohol: 14%
Winery: Ceretto (Piedmont)
Variety: Nebbiolo
Tasting Note: Forest floor, rose, iris, woodland berry, new leather and camphor aromas are front and center. The wine is potent and deep with a very long finish and firm tannins. Roses and crispy fruit on the nose with great well-integrated acidity on the mouth that promise a brilliant future. It’s a beautiful wine.
Critical Acclaim:
*ROBERT PARKER 96 POINTS*:
"This is a special treat. The Ceretto 2019 Barbaresco Asili (made with organic fruit) shows a tight or linear quality that is specific to this growing site. Aromas of dark fruit, blood orange and pencil shaving are even more pinpoint and focused in this beautiful vintage. This is a wine of enormous depth and length." (ML)(08/22)
*DECANTER 95 POINTS* :
"Asili, in my opinion, remains the most representative wine of the Ceretto family. Focused on the elegance of the MGA, this shows fresh watermelon fruit to the fore, with poised, restrained strawberry, dried flowers and liquorice root wrapped up in ripe tannins and lifted acidity. Concentration, weight and balance make this a wine for the long haul. Don't miss it. Drinking Window 2022 - 2039."
*VINOUS 95 POINTS*:
" The 2019 Barbaresco Asili is ample, creamy and resonant. All the signatures of this site come through in a Barbaresco of breadth and resonance. Even so, the 2019 remains light on its feet. There is plenty of depth and persistence, but it is expressed in more of an understated manner. It's a beautiful wine." (AG)(09/21)
*SUCKLING 94 POINTS*:
"Pretty nose of rose hips, raspberries, flowers and cloves. It’s medium-bodied with a fine, firm tannin frame and vibrant acidity. Precise and clear-cut. Tight for now. From organically grown grapes. Try in 2024." (10/22)
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Fogolar – Oppenlaender Cabernet Franc 2018 (Case of 6)
Bottle Price: $36.95
Case Price: $221.70
Bottle Deposit: $.20 per bottle (not included in bottle price)
Tax: Included in price
Bottle Per Case : 6 x 750 ml
Alcohol: 12.9%
Winery: Fogolar Wines (Niagara)
Aging: 24 months in neutral French oak
Blend: 100% Cabernet Franc
Description:
This single vineyard Cabernet Franc showcases the unique terroir of the Oppenlander Vineyard, situated in Niagara-on-the-Lake's Four Mile Creek sub- appellation.
An elegant nose of cherry compote, toast, and a hint of elderflower. Smooth with fine tannins on the palate and a gentle, flavourful finish.
Winemaking Notes:
Fruit from the Oppenlaender vineyard was machine picked and optical sorted before being fermented whole berry for 28 days, then pressed. Aged in used French oak for 24 months before being filtered and bottled.
Residual Sugar: 3g/L
Pairing Suggestions:
- Beef, pork, barbecued meats
- Camembert, Manchego, aged Cheddar
- Berries, mushrooms, peppers
- Tomato, barbecue sauces
Delivery Time: 1 week
Fogolar – Picone Cabernet Franc 2018 (Case of 6)
Bottle Price: $39.95
Case Price: $239.70
Bottle Deposit: $.20 per bottle (not included in bottle price)
Tax: Included in price
Bottle Per Case : 6 x 750 ml
Alcohol: 13.1%
Winery: Fogolar Wines (Niagara)
Aging: 24 months in neutral French oak.
Blend: 100% Cabernet Franc
Description:
This single vineyard Cabernet Franc showcases the unique terroir of the Picone Vineyard, located atop the Niagara Escarpment in the Vinemount Ridge sub appellation.
Notes of currants, blackberry compote, anise and cedar mulch with a slight gamey undertone. Rich and full-bodied with plenty of chewy yet well-structured tannins on the palate.
Winemaking Notes:
Hand picked and destemmed into stainless steel along with the addition of 25% whole cluster fruit. Approx. 20% of the volume was bled off for rosé, and to concentrate the remaining must. Fermented warm in stainless steel on skins for 28 days before being pressed. Aged in used French oak for 24 months before being filtered and bottled.
Residual Sugar: 3g/L
Pairing Suggestions:
- Beef, pork, barbecued meats
- Camembert, Manchego, aged Cheddar
- Berries, mushrooms, peppers
- Tomato, barbecue sauces
Delivery Time: 1 week
Fogolar – Cabernet Franc (Case of 12)
Bottle Price: $19.95
Case Price: $239.4
Bottle Deposit: $.20 per bottle (not included in bottle price)
Tax: Included in price
Bottle Per Case : 12 x 750 ml
Alcohol: 12.7%
Winery: Fogolar Wines (Niagara)
Aging: 24 months in neutral French oak.
Blend: 100% Cabernet Franc
Description:
The white label Cabernet Franc is approachable and balanced with complexity and a true representation of the varietal.
Raspberry, floral and toasty aromas and flavours with a medium-full palate and long finish. Versatile for food or to be enjoyed on its own.
Winemaking Notes:
Fruit sourced from select Niagara vineyards was hand picked and destemmed into stainless steel along with the addition of 25% whole cluster fruit. Approx. 20% of the volume was bled off for rosé, and to concentrate the remaining must. A second portion was machine harvested and optically sorted and fermented whole berry. Both batches were fermented warm in stainless steel on skins for 28 days before being pressed. Aged in used French oak before being filtered and bottled.
Residual Sugar: 3g/L
Pairing Suggestions:
- Beef, pork, barbecued meats
- Camembert, Manchego, aged Cheddar
- Berries, mushrooms, peppers
- Tomato, barbecue sauces
Delivery Time: 1 week
Fogolar – Riesling 2019 (Case of 12)
Bottle Price: $14.95
Case Price: $179.4
Bottle Deposit: $.20 per bottle (not included in bottle price)
Tax: Included in price
Bottle Per Case : 12 x 750 ml
Alcohol: 10.4%
Winery: Fogolar Wines (Niagara)
Aging: 10 months in stainless steel.
Blend: 100% Riesling
Description:
An exciting balance of sweetness and acidity is the base from with aromas of lime, peach, and white flowers burst in this fun yet powerful Riesling. Chill this wine and enjoy or let it shine paired with salads, Thai, or Indian cuisine or charcuterie and ripe cheese.
Winemaking Notes:
Fruit from select Niagara vineyards was both hand picked and machine harvested before being destemmed and gently pressed. Fermentation was started with non-Saccharomyces species before being inoculated with select Saccharomyces yeast strains. One fermentation was arrested partway through fermentation to preserve a large portion of residual sugar and to lock in aromatic intensity, with the other arrested with a small portion of sugar remaining before both portions were blended together.
Residual Sugar: 32g/L
Pairing Suggestions:
- White fish, shellfish, chicken, sausage
- Swiss, Emmental, Jarlsberg, Feta
- Stonefruit, pomme fruit, citrus, French fries
- Preserves & jams, Alfredo, barbecue, spicy sauces
Delivery Time: 1 week
Fogolar – Hanck Riesling 2019 (Case of 12)
Bottle Price: $19.95
Case Price: $239.4
Bottle Deposit: $.20 per bottle (not included in bottle price)
Tax: Included in price
Bottle Per Case : 12 x 750 ml
Alcohol: 12.1%
Winery: Fogolar Wines (Niagara)
Aging: 10 months in stainless steel.
Blend: 100% Riesling
Description:
This single vineyard Riesling showcases the unique terroir of the Hanck Vineyard, nestled in the Niagara Escarpment in the Twenty Mile Bench subappellation.
Dry and mineral driven, this Riesling has notes stonefruit and papaya on the nose and palate backed by mellow acidity and a rich palate.
Winemaking Notes:
Fruit from the Hanck Vineyard was machine harvested destemmed before being gently pressed following a 3-hour cold soak. Fermented cool in stainless steel with select yeast strains. Fermentation was arrested with a small portion of fermentable sugar remaining to enhance palate texture and weight.
Residual Sugar: 7g/L
Pairing Suggestions:
- White fish, shellfish, chicken, sausage
- Swiss, Emmental, Jarlsberg, Feta
- Stonefruit, pomme fruit, citrus, French fries
- Preserves & jams, Alfredo, barbecue, spicy sauces
Delivery Time: 1 week
Fogolar – Hughes Riesling 2019 (Case of 12)
Bottle Price: $19.95
Case Price: $239.4
Bottle Deposit: $.20 per bottle (not included in bottle price)
Tax: Included in price
Bottle Per Case : 12 x 750 ml
Alcohol: 9.1%
Winery: Fogolar Wines (Niagara)
Aging: 10 months in stainless steel.
Blend: 100% Riesling
Description:
This single vineyard Riesling showcases the unique terroir of the Hughes Vineyard, situated less than 1km from Lake Ontario in the Lincoln Lakeshore sub appellation.
Bright aromas of starfruit, Gala apples, white flower, and candied peaches. Light with a mild sweetness and juicy acidity.
Winemaking Notes:
Hand picked and destemmed before being gently pressed. Fermentation was started with non- Saccharomyces species before being inoculated with select Saccharomyces yeast strains. Fermentation was arrested partway through fermentation to preserve a large portion of residual sugar and to lock in aromatic intensity.
Residual Sugar: 32g/L
Pairing Suggestions:
- White fish, shellfish, chicken, sausage
- Swiss, Emmental, Jarlsberg, Feta
- Stonefruit, pomme fruit, citrus, French fries
- Preserves & jams, Alfredo, barbecue, spicy sauces
Delivery Time: 1 week
Goretti Sagrantino di Montefalco D.O.C.G. 2016 (Case of 6)
Bottle Price: $65.00
Case Price: $391.20
Bottle Deposit: $.20 per bottle (Included in case price)
Tax: Included in price
Bottle Per Case : 6 x 750 ml
Alcohol: 14%
Winery: Goretti (Umbria)
Tasting Notes: Overall, very rich, spicy and very balanced. With hints of blackberry, raspberry and plum.
Critical Acclaim:
*WINE ENTHUSIAST 92 POINTS*
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Goretti Rosso di Montefalco D.O.C. (Case of 12)
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Bottle Price: $32.95
Case Price (12): $397.80
Bottle Deposit: $.20 per bottle (included in case price)
Tax: Included in case price
Bottle Per Case : 12 x 750 ml
Alcohol: 13.5%
Winery: Goretti (Umbria)
92 Points Wine Critic
Description: Very intense bouquet with a clean and delicate fragrance. A marked presence of mature berry-fruit such as blackberries together with spiced floral notes.
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Goretti Il Moggio IGT Umbria Grechetto 2020 (Case of 6)
Bottle Price: $47.95
Case Price: $288.90
Bottle Deposit: $.20 per bottle (Included in case price)
Tax: Included in price
Bottle Per Case : 6 x 750 ml
Alcohol: 13.5%
Winery: Goretti (Umbria)
93 Points Wine Critic
Description:
Straw-yellow with greenish hues and golden highlights complex and very intense, with notes of honey and mature exotic fruit.
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Goretti - Grechetto D.O.C. Umbria 2022 (Case of 12)
Bottle Price: $29.95
Case Price: $361.80
Bottle Deposit: $.20 per bottle (included in case price)
Tax: Included in price
Bottle Per Case : 12 x 750 ml
Alcohol: 13%
Winery: Goretti
Variety: Grechetto
Tasting Note: Made with Grechetto grapes, indigenous to Umbria, this wine has a light straw-yellow colour with faint greenish reflections. The nose is deep and elegant with fruit notes, in particular, on the nose, are notes of pineapple, banana, yellow peach, Scotch broom flowers and almonds. The taste is fresh and full flavoured. Well-balanced with lingering personality. This is a great summer wine!
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Massolino Barolo DOCG 2018 (Case of 6)
Bottle Price: $81.95
Case Price: $492.90
Bottle Deposit: $.20 per bottle (Included in case price)
Tax: Included in case price
Bottle Per Case : 6 x 750 ml
Winery: Massolino (Piedmont)
First year of production: 1947.
Description: A variety of sensations, with a full-bodied, classic and well structured wine which ages well and perfectly represents the important character of our land. It has a garnet red colour with variable intensity depending on the vintage. The grapes come from different vineyards and this gives them a broad and variable spectrum of perfumes, ranging from tempting spicy notes to those of a sweeter, floral and fruity nature.
Vinification and ageing: traditional Barolo with long fermentation and maceration in oak fermenters (“tini”) at temperatures around 30°C; the wine is aged in large Slavonian oak casks for up to 30 months before being left to mature in bottles placed in special dark, cool cellars.
Tasting Notes: A variety of sensations, with a full-bodied, classic and well structured wine which ages well and perfectly represents the important character of our land. It is best to decant and serve it at temperatures between 18-20°C. It achieves its best expression when served with red meats, particularly game, and with dishes dressed with truffle. It is also excellent with fresh egg pasta and meat sauce, and with risotto, as well as medium-mature cow’s milk and goat’s milk cheese:
Critical Acclaim:
*GARDINI 97 POINTS*
*WINE ENTHUSIAST 95 POINTS *
*SUCKLING 94 POINTS*
"Pure, yet savory, with a stony, mineral punch to the orange peel, strawberries and dried herbs. I love the clarity and the tautness on the palate, with elegant but gutsy flavors of minerals and fruit, together with firm tannins that show Barolo etherealness and power at the same time. Already approachable. Drink now or hold." (10/22)
*ROBERT PARKER 93 POINTS*:
"The Massolino 2018 Barolo offers a classic interpretation of Serralunga d'Alba with big structure, ample but contained power and lots of black fruit and licorice. This 85,000-bottle production ages in large oak casks for 24 months, and this process further integrates the wine's pretty texture." (ML)(06/22)
*WINE SPECTATOR 93 POINTS*:
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*VINOUS 92 POINTS*
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Massolino Barbera D'Alba D.O.C. 2021 (Case of 6)
Bottle Price: $39.95
Case Price: $240.90
Bottle Deposit: $.20 per bottle (included in case price)
Tax: Included in price
Bottle Per Case : 6 x 750 ml
Winery: Massolino (Piedmont)
Critical Acclaim:
*SUCKLING 92 POINTS*:
"Very bright with a purple edge to the color. Lots of dark cherries, violet and licorice that extend to a fleshy, medium -bodied palate. I love the crunch and the succulence here. An excellent Barbera D'Alba that can be enjoyed in the next five years. Drink or hold.
*ROBERT PARKER 90 POINTS*:
"Dark fruit and sweet summer cherry. The Massolino 2019 Barbera d'Alba is all about that fresh and succulent fruit. This is a cheerful, exuberant and fruit-driven wine that calls out for a plate of fettuccine with porcini."
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Massolino Nebbiolo Langhe 2021 (Case of 6)
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Bottle Price: $49.50
- Case Price: $298.20
Bottle Deposit: $.20 per bottle (Included in case price)
Tax: Included in price
Bottle Per Case : 6 x 750 ml
Winery: Massolino (Piedmont)
Elegant and harmonic, with strong varietal notes of raspberry and violets. With some aging the perfumes tend to get similar to the ones of Barolo.
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Massolino Dolcetto d’Alba DOC 2021 (Case of 12)
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Bottle Price: $30.95
Case Price: $373.80
Bottle Deposit: $.20 per bottle (Included in case price)
Tax: Included in price
Bottle Per Case : 12 x 750 ml
Winery: Massolino (Piedmont)
Critical Acclaim:
*WINEALIGN 91 POINTS*:
"Bright ruby red with deep purplish hues. Fresh, fruity, sweet and elegant. Perfect with antipasto and salumi."
Delivery Time : 1 week
Massolino Moscato D'Asti D.O.C.G. 2022 (Case of 6)
Bottle Price: $34.95
Case Price: $210.90
Bottle Deposit: $.20 per bottle (Included in case price)
Tax: Included in price
Bottle Per Case : 6 x 750 ml
Alcohol: 5%
Winery: Massolino (Piedmont)
Description: Here's a fun Wine for summertime sipping. The Massolino 2021 Moscato D'Asti is fragrant and fresh with jasmine, honey, wild sage and chalk. The wine's sweetness falls smoothly over the palate, and a touch of acidity keeps things lively.
Critical Acclaim:
*ROBERT PARKER 90 POINTS*:
"The wine pours from the bottle with extra soft, rich foam that lasts long and clings to the sides of your glass. The bouquet is delicate and elegant, with stone fruit and lemon blossom, but it’s minus some of the more overt saccharine perfumes that you see in its more commercial peers. This wine is beautifully downplayed and subtle, with hints of white mineral and wild sage" Wine Advocate
Delivery Time: 1 week
Massolino Barolo Cru Margheria D.O.C.G. 2017 (Case of 6)
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Bottle Price: $144.95
Case Price: $870.90
Bottle Deposit: $.20 per bottle (Included in case price)
Tax: Included in price
Bottle Per Case : 6 x 750 ml
Alcohol: 14.5%
Winery: Massolino (Piedmont)
Average age of vines: 40 years.
Description: Brilliant ruby. Wonderful nose, wide and inviting, with notes of ripe wild raspberry and strawberry. Lots of ripe fruit on the palate, characterized by waves of fine tannins and a very long finish. A fantastic vineyard which combines the potency of our lands with the elegance and harmony generated by the sandy percentage of the soil. Traditional vinification and ageing are the natural complement to the outstanding characteristics of the grapes. An ethereal bouquet, featuring spicy, tobacco and brushwood notes; there are also important mineral notes.
Vinification and ageing: traditional Barolo with long fermentation and maceration in oak fermenters (“tini”) at temperatures around 30°C; the wine is aged in large Slavonian oak casks for up to 30 months before being left to mature in bottle for about a year in special dark, cool cellars
Flavour: classic and nicely harmonious wine, tannic when young and with considerable ageing potential, making it an unmistakable “Nebbiolo of Serralunga”. It is best to decant and serve it at temperatures between 18-20°C. An important wine, it encapsulates all the history of our land and fully expresses its talents when served with rich dishes, such as roast red meats or game stew. It is also excellent with medium-mature and mature cheeses.
Critical Acclaim:
*DECANTER 96 POINTS*
*VINOUS 95 POINTS*:
"The 2017 Barolo Margheria is a compelling, multi-faceted Barolo loaded with personality. Sage, mint, lavender, spice, iron and red/purplish berry fruit grace this firm, classically built Barolo. This translucent, taut Barolo has so much to offer, but it also needs time to soften. Readers will find a terrific example of Margheria."(AG)(01/21)
*WINE SPECTATOR 95 POINTS*:
"Taut and linear, this Barolo walks the line between red berry fruits and savory, herbal elements. Underlining it all is a backbone of iron and dense, fine-grained tannins. Put it all together and you have a nascent red with terrific potential. Best from 2025 through 2042. 660 cases made."(BS)(04/22)
*ROBERT PARKER 93 POINTS*
Delivery Time: 1 week
Massolino Barolo Cru Parussi D.O.C.G. 2017 (Case of 6)
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Bottle Price: $144.95
Case Price: $870.90
Bottle Deposit: $.20 per bottle (Included in case price)
Tax: Included in case price
Bottle Per Case : 6 x 750 ml
Alcohol: 14.5%
Winery: Massolino (Piedmont)
Average age of vines: 40 years.
First year of production: 2007
Description: Brilliant ruby with a subtle garnet profile. Very intense nose, with notes of tobacco, licorice and ripe wild raspberries. The palate is precise and direct, with notes of dark fruit and full, enveloping and persistent tannins. Earthy finish. Ethereal and enveloping bouquet with intense and persistent notes of sweet spices, sandalwood, tobacco and leather.
Vinification and ageing: traditional Barolo with long fermentation and maceration in oak fermenters (“tini”) at temperatures around 30°C; the wine is aged in large Slavonian oak casks for up to 30 months before being left to mature in bottle for about a year in special dark, cool cellars. The excellent south-easterly/south-westerly exposure of the vineyard situated on the crest of the hill, in the Parussi sub-zone, guarantees the production of excellent quality grapes. The very calcareous soil conveys a remarkable structure with quite strong tannins.
Flavour: great structure. Remarkable tannin which softens with time and make it a perfect wine also for ageing. Its very long finish is typical of Barolos from Castiglione Falletto. It is best to decant and serve it at temperatures between 18-20°C.
Parussi is the first Barolo made from grapes grown outside Serralunga d’Alba, in another fantastic area: Castiglione Falletto. The traditional vinification and ageing processes, which are the same as those used for its “Barolo brothers” from Serralunga d’Alba, highlight the well-known capacity of Nebbiolo grapes to deliver Barolos with different fascinating
characteristics reflecting the changes in the microclimate and soil the grapes were grown in. Perfect with the rich, traditional cuisine of the region, stewed meats and medium- long matured cheeses.
Critical Acclaim:
*GARDINI 98 POINTS*
*VINOUS 95 POINTS*:
"The 2017 Barolo Parussi is a classic Castiglione Falletto Barolo. Sweet floral notes and bright, red berry fruit open first as the 2017 shows off its considerable charms. Medium in body and silky (for the year), with exceptional balance, the 2017 Parussi is stellar. This is an unbelievably classy Barolo." (AG) (01/21)
*ROBERT PARKER 94 POINTS*
"With fruit from Castiglione Falletto, the Massolino 2017 Barolo Parussi is a standout in this portfolio of wines mainly from Serralunga d'Alba. Thanks to its protective positioning at the center of the appellation where it draws upon the soils and exposures of the surrounding areas, Castiglione Falletto performs very nicely in a vintage that saw extreme weather with frost and drought. What the Parussi brings to the table is more focus and sharpness, with red fruits, crushed rose, cooling limestone mineral and some dried mint."
*WINE SPECTATOR 94 POINTS*
"This is supple and juicy, offering cherry, strawberry, floral and tea flavors. Elements of mineral and tobacco chime in as this builds nicely to the long, energetic finish. Shows excellent balance and potential. Best from 2024 through 2042. 620 cases made." (BS)(04/22)
Delivery Time: 1 week
Massolino Barolo Vigna Rionda Riserva D.O.C.G. 2014 (Case of 6)
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Bottle Price: $267.25
Case Price: $1,604.70 (Case of 6)
Bottle Deposit: $.20 per bottle (Included in case price)
Tax: Included in case price
Bottle Per Case : 6 x 750 ml
Alcohol: 14.5%
Winery: Massolino (Piedmont)
Average age of vines: up to 50 years.
First year of production: 1982
Description:
The most prominent element in the history of our estate, Vigna Rionda is one of the most sought-after and prestigious crus in the area. This prestige goes beyond the microclimate and soil: something happens on that hill and that something gives life to Vigna Rionda Riserva, a truly unique wine.
Vinification and ageing: traditional Barolo, with long fermentation and maceration in oak vats at a temperature of around 30°C; aged in large Slavonian oak barrels for up to 42 months, followed by a further 24 months in the bottle.
Notes: the soil and microclimate of this hillside allow the production of exceptionally structured and complex wines. Traditional vinification enhances the qualities of this Cru, respecting the natural predisposition for long ageing, while emphasising the elegance and depth that only this vineyard can deliver.
Bouquet: reveals multiple broad and enveloping sensations, ranging from those of the early years, focused primarily on red fruits and flowers, to the more evolved sensations of brushwood, tobacco and spices that develop with age. This wine is a harmony of captivating nuances that are released and evolve slowly in the glass.
Palate: Vigna Rionda is a unique Barolo, impossible to describe in just a few lines and hard to compare with others, even those from the Serralunga area. A wine capable of complexity, longevity and structure, which come together with unparalleled elegance. A little patience is required for it to reach its full potential, which is why it stays in our cellars until its sixth year, the only wine in our range to do so, when it is released as a Riserva.
Critical Acclaim:
*VINOUS 98+*:
"The 2014 Barolo Riserva Vigna Rionda is a stunning wine. Sweet, perfumed and deep, the 2014 is off-the-charts great. Dark red and purplish berry fruit, mint, lavender, spice and hard candy infuse the 2014 with striking layers of nuance.But what really impresses about the 2014 is its depth and huge vertical build. all the elements fall into place in a sumptuous, deep Barolo that screams with character. Beams of tannin punctuate the finish. Massolino's 2014 is one of the greatest Vigna Riondas I have ever tasted." (AG) (11/19)
*98 FALLSTAFF*
*97 WINE ADVOCATE*
Delivery Time : 1 week
Massolino Barolo Vigna Rionda Riserva D.O.C.G. 2015 (Per Bottle)
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Bottle Price: $267.25
Case Price: $1,604.70 (Case of 6)
Bottle Deposit: $.20 per bottle (Included in price)
Tax: Included in price
Bottle Per Case : 6 x 750 ml
Winery: Massolino (Piedmont)
Colour: bright garnet red.
Average age of vines: up to 50 years.
First year of production: 1982
Description:
The most prominent element in the history of our estate, Vigna Rionda is one of the most sought-after and prestigious crus in the area. This prestige goes beyond the microclimate and soil: something happens on that hill and that something gives life to Vigna Rionda Riserva, a truly unique wine. Its bouquet reveals multiple broad and enveloping sensations, ranging from those of the early years, focused primarily on red fruits and flowers, to the more evolved sensations of brushwood, tobacco and spices that develop with age. This wine is a harmony of captivating nuances that are released and evolve slowly in the glass.
Vinification and ageing: traditional Barolo, with long fermentation and maceration in oak vats at a temperature of around 30°C; aged in large Slavonian oak barrels for up to 42 months, followed by a further 24 months in the bottle.
Notes: the soil and microclimate of this hillside allow the production of exceptionally structured and complex wines. Traditional vinification enhances the qualities of this Cru, respecting the natural predisposition for long ageing, while emphasizing the elegance and depth that only this vineyard can deliver.
Palate: Vigna Rionda is a unique Barolo, impossible to describe in just a few lines and hard to compare with others, even those from the Serralunga area. A wine capable of complexity, longevity and structure, which come together with unparalleled elegance. A little patience is required for it to reach its full potential, which is why it stays in our cellars until its sixth year, the only wine in our range to do so, when it is released as a Riserva.
Critical Acclaim:
*DECANTER 98 POINTS*
*WINE SPECTATOR 97 POINTS*:
"Very pure, this red exudes cherry, strawberry and currant fruit, shaded by iron, sage, white pepper and tobacco. Firm yet enticing, with superb balance and a finish that goes on and on. Excellent intensity on a slim frame. Best from 2024 through 2045. 790 cases made." (BS)(04/22)
*VINOUS 96 POINTS*:
"The 2015 Barolo Vigna Rionda Riserva is a magnificent wine that shows all the magic this site is so famous for. All the Rionda signatures open in the glass. Sweet dark cherry/plum, lavender, spice, mint, and pine meld together in a sensual, beautifully layered Barolo that pushes all the right buttons." (AG)(01/21)
Delivery Time : 1 week
Massolino - Barbaresco D.O.C.G. 2019 (Case of 6)
Bottle Price: $81.95
Case Price: $492.90
Bottle Deposit: $.20 per bottle (included in case price)
Tax: Included in price
Bottle Per Case : 6 x 750 ml
Alcohol: 14.5%
Winery: Massolino (Piedmont)
Variety: Nebbiolo
Tasting Note: While still powerful, Barbaresco expresses a more gentle side of Nebbiolo, often with softer tannins, delicate fruit and an elegant perfume. Expressions of rose petal, cherry, strawberry, violets, smoke and spice.
Critical Acclaim:
*DECANTER 94 POINTS*:
"The 2019 is the first vintage ever for Massolino with Barbaresco. A precise, even reductive style typical of the estate, it has an amazing definition of violet, rose and rhubarb melded with balsamic whiffs and savoury liquorice in depth. Firm acidity and tannins dominate the palate with elegance and integration; a woven structure which flows with dusty, ripe tannins and lifted freshness. More elegant than powerful, its quintessentially Barbaresco and not without sufficient concentration for ageing."
*SUCKLING 93 POINTS*:
" A pretty mineral nose showing blood orange, rust and a racy, dark raspberry and cranberry character. A hint of dry earth and vanilla as well. Very firm and sinewy with a medium-to full-bodied palate, showing impressive purity and fine grip. Very well-made. Drink or hold."
*ROBERT PARKER 93 POINTS*:
"The Massolino 2019 Barbaresco offers fine and delicate fiber with plenty of wild berry, blue flower, licorice and crushed stone. With 10,000 bottles produced, this wine remains a fresh and accessible taste of Nebbiolo from the gentle hills of Barbaresco."(ML)(06/22)
*VINOUS 92 POINTS*:
" The 2019 Barbaresco is the first Barbaresco in Massolino's long history. Effusive aromatics and bright, red-toned fruit lend considerable immediacy and charm, but as is so often the case, that first impression of elegance is backed up by some pretty serious tannins. This taut, nervy Barbaresco needs time to soften, but it is so impressive. The 2019 saw about three weeks on the skins, with indigenous fermentations, and was aged in cask. It's a gorgeous wine by any measure. Vineyard sites are Starderi, Albesani and Serraboella." (AG)(09/21)
Delivery Time: 1 week
Massolino - Nebbiolo Langhe D.O.C. 2020 Magnum
Bottle Price: $100.15
Case Price: $400.60
Bottle Deposit: $.20 per bottle (included in bottle and case price)
Tax: Included in price
Bottle Per Case : 4 x 1500 ml
Alcohol: 13.5%
Winery: Massolino (Piedmont)
Variety: Nebbiolo
Tasting Note: A garnet red, delicate and pleasant on the nose. The predominant notes are of raspberry and violet, with the imposition of secondary perfumes very similar to those of Barolo as it ages. On the palate, a complete and temptingly harmonious wine the elegance of which makes up for its lesser structure compared with that of Barolo.
Critical Acclaim:
*SUCKLING 92 POINTS*:
"Mineral on the nose with strawberries, red berries and some haw fruit. Juicy and very tight with firm tannins, but nothing too demanding or austere here. Transparent, showing focus and balance. An overachiever of this category. Drink or hold."
Delivery Time: 1 week
Massolino - Barolo VRR D.O.C.G. Black Label 2016
Bottle Price: $600.15
Bottle Deposit: $.20 per bottle (included in bottle and case price)
Tax: Included in price
Case Options: 3x750 ml = $1800.45
6x750ml = $3600.90
Alcohol: 14.5%
Winery: Massolino (Piedmont)
Variety: Nebbiolo
Tasting Note: A complex bouquet offering an intoxicating blend of ripe black fruits, truffles and delicate floral notes. The palate unveils a harmonious marriage of robust tannins, luscious dark cherries and hints of leather, culminating in a long, velvety finish.
Critical Acclaim:
*WINE SPECTATOR 98 POINTS*:
"Cherry, strawberry, rose, iron and menthol flavors highlight this supple red. There's plenty of backbone, and woodsy notes chime in, but this is more about the expressive berry fruit and elegant side of Barolo, ending with a terrific finish." (BS)(04/22)
*WINE ADVOCATE 97 POINTS*:
"Packaged with a special black label, the Massolino 2016 Barolo Riserva Vigna Rionda is only released in the best vintages. Showing the power and the determination of Serralunga d'Alba, the wine is redolent of dried berry, lots of rusty earth and fragrant red rose. These are the typical aromas of this vineyard, and this wine presents them with impeccable integration. To the palate, this Riserva remains open-knit, tightly structured and broad in scope." (ML)(6/2022)
*VINOUS 97 POINTS*:
" The 2016 Barolo Riserva Vigna Rionda is absolutely stunning. Deep and statuesque in bearing, the 2016 captivates all the senses from start to finish. A whole range of Rionda aromatics soars out of the glass. Silky and yet powerful, gracious and yet full of gravitas, the 2016 captures all the contrasts that make Barolo such an alluring wine. Rose petal, lavender, red/purplish fruit, spice and new leather lend striking nuance to this hypnotic Barolo from Massolino." (AG)( 11/21)
*ROBERT PARKER 97 POINTS*:
"Packaged with a special black label, the Massolino 2016 Barolo Riserva Vigna Rionda is only released in the best vintages. Showing the power and the determination of Serralunga d'Alba, the wine is redolent of dried berry, lots of rusty earth and fragrant red rose. These are the typical aromas of this vineyard, and this wine presents them with impeccable integration. To the palate, this Riserva remains open-knit, tightly structured and broad in scope. This is an impressive production of 12,000 bottles."
Delivery Time: 1 week
Marynissen – Heritage Pinot Noir Rose 2021 (Case of 12)
Bottle Price: $24.95
Case Price: $301.8
Bottle Deposit: $.20 per bottle (not included in bottle price)
Tax: Included in price
Bottle Per Case : 12 x 750 ml
Alcohol: 12.9%
Winery: Marynissen Estates (Niagara on the Lake)
Aging: 6 months in 500L neutral oak barrels
Blend: 100% Pinot Noir
Description: Frost scares in early May turned to record breaking heat in June, July, and August with only occasional showers throughout the summer. September started off wet, but the heat of the summer helped harvest start early with extremely high hopes for all varietals.
Winemaking Notes: Fruit from the Marynissen Vineyard was mechanically harvested, destemmed, and partially crushed before being pressed. Clarified juice was racked into 500L neutral oak barrels for fermentation using both commercial and indigenous yeast strains to enhance aromatic complexity and palate texture.
Residual Sugar: 6g/L
Pairing Suggestions:
- Chicken, pork, grilled meats
- Goat, Swiss, Gouda, Cheddar
- Berries, citrus, most green veggies, salads
- Salad dressings, barbecue sauces, spicy sauces
Released Date: May 24, 2021
Drinking Window: Drink by 2023
Delivery Time: 1 week
Marynissen – Heritage Cabernet Sauvignon 2019 (Case of 12)
Bottle Price: $29.95
Case Price: $361.8
Bottle Deposit: $.20 per bottle (not included in bottle price)
Tax: Included in price
Bottle Per Case : 12 x 750 ml
Alcohol: 13%
Winery: Marynissen Estates (Niagara on the Lake)
Aging: 14 months in French, American, and Hungarian oak
Blend: 100% Cabernet Sauvignon
Description: Deep aromas of black cherries, raspberries, sweet tobacco, mint, and cedar mulch. Medium-full bodied with silky tannin. Flavours of black cherries, cassis and hint of vanillas and earthiness leading into a long, flavourful finish.
Winemaking Notes: Fruit from the Marynissen vineyard was machine harvested before being destemmed and partially crushed. Fermented warm in stainless steel and kept on skins for 24 days before being pressed. Aged in used French, American, and Hungarian oak for 14 months before being bottled.
Residual Sugar: 3g/L
Pairing Suggestions:
- Beef, pork, barbecued meats
- Camembert, Manchego, aged Cheddar - Berries, mushrooms, peppers
- Tomato, barbecue sauces
Drinking Window: Drink now or hold until 2023, drink by 2028
Delivery Time: 1 week
Marynissen – Heritage Nanny’s Blend 2019 (Case of 12)
Bottle Price: $27.95
Case Price: $337.8
Bottle Deposit: $.20 per bottle (not included in bottle price)
Tax: Included in price
Bottle Per Case : 12 x 750 ml
Alcohol: 13%
Winery: Marynissen Estates (Niagara on the Lake)
Aging: 6 months in 500L neutral oak barrels
Blend: 53% Cabernet Sauvignon, 44% Merlot, 3% Cabernet Franc
Description: Notes of blackberries, blueberry jam, pipe tobacco, and cedar on the nose with a rich, medium bodied, and decadent palate.
Winemaking Notes: Fruit from select Niagara vineyards was machine harvested before being destemmed and partially crushed. Fermented warm in stainless steel and kept on skins for 24 days before being pressed. Aged in used French, American, and Hungarian oak for 14 months before being bottled.
Residual Sugar: 3g/L
Pairing Suggestions:
- Beef, pork, barbecued meats
- Camembert, Manchego, aged Cheddar - Berries, mushrooms, peppers
- Tomato, barbecue sauces
Harvest Dates: Oct 26 - Nov 21, 2019
Drinking Window: Drink now or hold until 2023, drink by 2028
Delivery Time: 1 week
Marynissen – Heritage Riesling 2019 (Case of 12)
Bottle Price: $22.95
Case Price: $277.8
Bottle Deposit: $.20 per bottle (not included in bottle price)
Tax: Included in price
Bottle Per Case : 12 x 750 ml
Alcohol: 9.5%
Winery: Marynissen Estates (Niagara on the Lake)
Aging: 6 months in stainless steel
Blend: 100% Riesling
Description: Bright aromas of starfruit, Gala apples, and peaches, and flavours of peaches and fruit salad. Light with a mild sweetness and juicy acidity.
Winemaking Notes: Mechanically harvested from select Niagara vineyards. Destemmed and partially crushed before being gently pressed. Fermented cool in stainless steel using select yeast strains to enhance fruity aromas. Fermentation was arrested at approx. 3Bx to preserve a fraction of residual sugar.
Residual Sugar: 31g/L
Pairing Suggestions:
- White fish, shellfish, chicken, sausage
- Swiss, Emmental, Jarlsberg, Feta
- Stonefruit, pomme fruit, citrus, French fries
- Preserves & jams, Alfredo, barbecue, spicy sauces
Released Date: July 1, 2021
Drinking Window: Drink by 2030
Delivery Time: 1 week
Marynissen – Heritage Charmed Rose 2020 (Case of 12)
Bottle Price: $24.95
Case Price: $301.8
Bottle Deposit: $.20 per bottle (not included in bottle price)
Tax: Included in price
Bottle Per Case : 12 x 750 ml
Alcohol: 11.5%
Winery: Marynissen Estates (Niagara on the Lake)
Aging: 6 months in stainless steel
Blend: 47% Merlot, 34% Pinot Noir, 10% Riesling, 5% Gewurztraminer, 4% Muscat
Description: Bright and fruity with cherry and raspberry aromas. Flavours of cherry and lemon-lime with zesty acidity and a touch of sweetness to round out the palate.
Winemaking Notes: Mechanically harvested from select Niagara vineyards. Destemmed and partially crushed before being gently pressed. Fermented cool in stainless steel using select yeast strains to enhance fruity aromas. Wines blended before undergoing secondary fermentation in a pressurized Charmat tank. Filtered and bottled under pressure at 4bar.
Residual Sugar: 12g/L
Pairing Suggestions:
- Chicken, pork, grilled meats
- Goat, Swiss, Gouda, Cheddar
- Berries, citrus, most green veggies, salads - Salad dressings, barbecue sauces, spicy sauces
Drinking Window: Drink by 2023
Delivery Time: 1 week
Marynissen – Heritage Pinot Gris 2020 (Case of 12)
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Bottle Price: $24.95
Case Price: $301.8
Bottle Deposit: $.20 per bottle (not included in bottle price)
Tax: Included in price
Bottle Per Case : 12 x 750 ml
Alcohol: 12%
Winery: Marynissen Estates (Niagara on the Lake)
Aging: 6 months in stainless steel
Blend: 100% Pinot Gris
Description: Notes of apricot, raspberries, and baking spices on the nose with a hint of minerality. Rich, textured, and layered on the palate with mellow acidity.
Winemaking Notes: Fruit from the Marynissen Vineyard was mechanically harvested before being destemmed and partially crushed into 1 ton fruit bins. Fermented on skins for 10 days with select yeast strains to enhance palate texture and extract color before being gently pressed.
Residual Sugar: 3g/L
Pairing Suggestions:
- White fish, shellfish, chicken, sausage - Swiss, Emmental, Gruyere, Feta
- Stonefruit, pomme fruit, citrus
- Cream, barbecue, spicy sauces
Released Date: May 5, 2021
Drinking Window: Drink by 2024
Delivery Time: 1 week
Marynissen – The Old Tun 2020 Pinot Noir Rosé (Case of 12)
Bottle Price: $13.36
Case Price: $161.52
Bottle Deposit: $.10 per bottle (included in case price)
Tax: included in case price
Bottle Per Case : 12 x 375 ml
Alcohol: 10.5%
Winery: Marynissen Estates (Niagara on the Lake)
Blend: 100% Pinot Noir
Description: Fermented cool in stainless steel to 3bar before bottling without any fining or filtration. Bright on the nose with notes of watermelon strawberry, candied cherries, and kiwi. Flavourful on the palate with rich texture and zesty acidity.
Delivery Time: 1 week