A stellar example of the potential of Italian indigenous grapes this is 100% Pignolo, a small-clustered variety that faced almost certain extinction. This robust, succulent single-vineyard wine has blackberry, prunes, cigar box and sticky melted milk chocolate aromas and flavors. Rich in soft tannins and fruity concentration. Delightful. Imported by Empson (USA) Ltd.
— M.L.
(9/1/2005)
This sophisticated blend of Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Ribolla Gialla, Malvasia Istriana and Picolit opens with a deep, off-gold color and rich aromas of honey, apricot, candied fruit and a touch of exotic spice. The mouthfeel is creamy and long-lasting.
— M.L.
(7/1/2012)
This is a sophisticated effort that opens with lively aromas of butterscotch, candied fruit, papaya, pineapple, vanilla and ripe apricot. It’s a beautiful wine, with a bold and opulent mouthfeel and a finish that lasts minutes.
— M.L.
(7/1/2012)
This white wine is so big and dense, it drinks like a red. It could pair with spicy pork or honey-roasted ham, thanks to its intense aromas of toasted nut, vanilla, banana and exotic fruit. It’s thick and chewy with golden saturation and pulpy extraction.
— M.L.
(8/1/2009)
This relatively full-bodied Pinot Grigio leans toward warm, baked-apple scents and flavors, blending ripe fruit with dried cinnamon and folding in hints of peach on the long finish. Has a lovely, caressing mouthfeel that underscores its comforting flavors.
— J.C.
(7/1/2003)
Shows a rich blend of citrus and stone fruits on the nose and on the palate, easily combining grapefruit, passion fruit and nectarines into a cohesive package. Finishes long, with tangy, lip-smacking acids that beg you to give this wine some time in the cellar. It’s tasty now, but should be better in 2005.
— J.C.
(7/1/2003)
This layered blend of Chardonnay, Sauvignon, Ribolla Gialla, Malvasia and Picolit delivers intense aromatic waves of fresh apricot, citrus and passion fruit. There’s also a floral musky tone at the back that adds dimension and weight and the wine imparts a smooth, velvety feel.
— M.L.
(8/1/2009)
This nicely balanced Pinot Bianco is fresh and crisp, blending peach, apple and grapefruit aromas and flavors together into a cohesive whole. Plump on the midpalate, yet steely and food-friendly on the finish.
— J.C.
(7/1/2003)