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Feel the Summer "Brezza!"
Exclusive from Barolo, Italy: Giacomo BREZZA 
The new releases from the Brezza winery, smack in the center of Barolo, always arrive just when it starts to heat up. That's fine with us -- BREBrezza quattroZZA has quickly won over the palates and patios of those in the know. These incredibly delicious, impeccably-made wines are also tremendous values. Stock up on these VINTAGES Exclusives and enjoy!

2012 BREZZA Chardonnay $19.99   Dry, crisp, and classy 

2011 BREZZA Nebbiolo Langhe $19.99   Traditional & elegant 

2010 BREZZA Barbera Superiore $30  Full-bodied, barrel-aged 

2012 BREZZA Freisa $19.99  Burly with berries and black olive

 

ALESSANDRIA: Exotic, elegant, exclusive!
Verduno wines entice with silk and spice!

This historic Barolo estate in the village of Verduno is brilliantly managed by the Battista family. On our last visit, Vittore Battista guided us through the family's 17th c. estate and cellars before pouring their distinctive, outstanding Barolos, nebbiolos, and wines from native grapes, such as Favorita. The exotic spices, beautiful fruit, elegant tannins, and fine velvety texture of Alessandria wines won us over immediately! Another VINTAGES Exclusive!  

 

2012 ALESSANDRIA Langhe Favorita $22
Now is tAlessandria nebbiolo favoritahe perfect time to enjoy this native white grape from Piedmont!  Fresh aromas of hay and white flowers, lush, lip-smacking fruit in the mouth, and powdery minerals on the finish.

2011 ALESSANDRIA Langhe Nebbiolo "Prinsiot" $26  Nebbiolo from Verduno is fragrant with crushed flowers, berries and spice. Fine tannins frame this elegant, silky red.

 

MAFFINI: Campania's best-kept secret
Popular, yet exclusive! How do we do it?

Maffini four wines Last November, we introduced the wines of LUIGI MAFFINI to our customers. The response has been tremendous. Instead of waiting until the Fall, we re-ordered to meet the demand for these gorgeous whites and distinctive reds from Italy's Campania region. All EXCLUSIVE! 

 

2012 MAFFINI Kratos Paestum Fiano $25

100% Fiano. Aromas of white peach and pear. Lively notes of green melon, papaya, and ripe apricot. Smooth and lush texture, yet perfectly balanced. Gorgeous!

 

2011 MAFFINI Kleos Paestum Aglianico $25

100% Aglianico, aged 8 mos. in old barrels. Beautiful silky, sweet tannins. Aromas of blackberry, licorice, herbs, tobacco. Dense, sweet fruit, gorgeous silky finish.

 

2011 MAFFINI Kleos Paestum Aglianico 1.5L $55

Limited number of Kleos Aglianico magnums, perfect for gatherings. (In Concord, by request in Belmont) 

 

 

MONTENIDOLI: Towering wines of San Gimignano
A revelation for Vernaccia and native grapes of Tuscany
Montenidoli Carato Colorino

With the discovery of MONTENIDOLI, it's time to erect another tower in the town. The barrel-aged Vernaccia from Elisabetta Fagiuoli at Montenidoli is simply a revelation:  this winery has proven that Vernaccia, Canaiolo and Colorino can deliver far more than we ever expected. Click for more.


2012 MONTENIDOLI Canaiuolo Rosato $19.99

2011 MONTENIDOLI Colorino $25

2008 MONTENIDOLI Vernaccia di San Gimignano Carato $35

EXCLUSIVE

 


Wine Dog Deal: 2012 BURLOTTO "Elatis" Rosato $14.99
Burlotto Rosato

I'm almost speechless as I taste this Nebbiolo Rosato from Burlotto, from a half-empty bottle opened three days ago. Aromas and flavors of strawberries and roses flood my senses and I simply can't believe this bottle of pink paradise is only $14.99!!!



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2008 BREZZA Barolo DOCG Reg. $45; Special $35 net 
Barolo this good should never be this cheap -- what are you waiting for? While limited supplies last.
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