Tasting notes, August 2, 2025; Wines of Italy

                    Italy

2023 Vajra Baudana Dragon
On Sale for $17.99
Serralunga / Langhe / Italy
Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Riesling, Nascetta
The Vajra family of Barolo began their stewardship of the tiny Baudana property situated in the commune of Serralunga just over ten years ago and have faithfully maintained the quality and charm of this white field blend. The source vineyards are planted primarily to Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc along with smaller portions of Riesling and the Piemonte speciality Nascetta.
2022 Tavignano Misco
On Sale for $19.99
Jesi / Marche / Italy
100% Verdicchio
Sourced from Tavignano’s most prized parcel, Misco is produced from older vines and intended for drinking now to capture its fresh energy or held for 5 – 10 years for the wine to pick up its patented nutiness.
2022 Occhipinti SP68 Bianco
On Sale for $29.99
Vittoria / Sicily / Italy
Muscat, Albanello
Named for County Road 68 which is located in the Southeast of Sicily, Occhipinti’s exotic blended white showcases the floral side of Muscat without any sweetness being present. Crisp and refreshing, it is a brilliant match to seafood off the grill.
2024 Nervi Conterno Rosato
On Sale for $31.99
Alto Piemonte / Italy
100% Nebbiolo
Sourced from young vineyards of Nebbiolo planted in the Gattinara region of Alto Piemonte, this vibrant Rosato is fermented and aged in stainless steel.
2021 Feudi di San Gregorio Rubrato
On Sale for $17.99
Campania / Italy
100% Aglianico
Feudi di San Gregorio’s Rubrato is fermented in stainless steel followed by an additional 8 -10 months refinement in tank. Intended as an introduction to the often tannic Aglianico varietal, Rubrato is relatively soft and accessible.
2021 Fuligni Ginestreto
On Sale for $34.99
Montalcino / Tuscany / Italy
100% Sangiovese
Bottled after 6-7 months of cask aging, Fuligni’s Rosso di Montalcino is the product of the Ginestreto vineyard. The vines employed are relatively young (10-15 years) and the resulting grapes are fermented using indigenous grapes.