Taste Of Italy

Avignonesi Vino Nobile 2015 , Italy
Hints of dried rose petals, violet, pepper and black tea add complexity to fragrant red cherry and strawberry. While light on its feet and immediately appealing, it has the substance and structure to hold for the next eight years.

Grape Variety: 100% Sangiovese
Flavors: Violet, Pepper, Black Tea, Red Cherry
Ideal Temperature: 60F
Food Pairing: Braised pork, Lamb chop or a Hearty steak
Alcohol: 14%


Castello Di Bossi Rosato Igt 2018 , Italy
Pale salmon in color, Castello di Bossi Rosato bears resemblance to the rosé wines of southern France. On the nose, however, it immediately asserts its Italian heritage with aromas of dusty earth and Mediterranean herbs layed over fresh cherries and tart cranberry. On the palate the wine shows a defined structure with bright acidity and brilliant depth of flavor. The finish is long and balanced.

Grape Variety: 70% Sangiovese, 30% Cabernet Sauvignon
Flavors: Herbs, Cherries, Cranberry
Ideal Temperature: 40F
Food Pairing: Fish grilled simply or served with a relish of Eggplant caponata
Alcohol: 13%


Enrico Serafino Gavi Di Gavi Docg 2017, Italy
Wide, delightful, wildflowers, almonds scent, white and yellow fruits such as apple, pear, plum and gooseberry.Fresh, dry, harmonic and pleasantly fruity, intense, smooth with a good body and mineral pleasant aftertaste of almond and green apple.

Grape Variety: 100% Cortese
Flavors: Almond, Apple, Pear, Plum, Gooseberry
Ideal Temperature: 45F
Food Pairing: Cold appetizers, Shellfish and Fish
Alcohol: 12%


Venica Pinot Grigio Collio Jesera 2018, Italy
From the effusive, melon nose, through the ripe and succulent yet pristine palate, to the long, vibrant finish, this is an incredibly attractive pinot grigio. Where is that poached salmon?

Grape Variety: 100% Pinot Grigio
Flavors: Melon, Apple, Lemon
Ideal Temperature: 45F
Food Pairing: Ham appetizers, Light soups, Risottos, Rish and White meats
Alcohol: 13%


Castello Di Neive Barbaresco 2016, Italy
Rose, violet, just-tilled vineyard soil and perfumed berry are just some of the aromas you'll find on this dazzling, fragrant red. The elegant, delicious palate is chock-full of elegance and flavor, delivering juicy Morello cherry, raspberry compote, cake spice and a balsamic note. It boasts fantastic tension and finesse, and will be even better with more bottle age. Gorgeous.

Grape Variety: 100% Nebbiolo
Flavors: Rose, Violet, Berries, Cherry, Raspberry Compote
Ideal Temperature: 60F
Food Pairing: Braised short ribs, Beef roasts, Lamb or Veal chops
Alcohol: 13%


Zardetto Private Cuvee Brut N/V, Italy
Zardetto created a special Cuvée with a blend of Glera, for long-lasting, expressive citrus notes, Chardonnay, for rich body and creamy texture, and Muscat, for fresh floral and grapey aromas. This fine Cuvée manages to be both playful and refined at the same time—sure to please even the most discerning palates.

Grape Variety: 60% Glera, 25% Chardonnay, 15% Moscato
Flavors: Citrus, Creamy, Lemon, Pear
Ideal Temperature: 40F
Food Pairing: Grilled fish, Smoked trout, Grilled vegetables, Vegetarian salads and Asian cuisines f
Alcohol: 11%