Wines of Piedmont & Tuscany: December 2, 2017

Fontaleoni Vernaccia di San Gimignano, Tuscany 2016

Regular Price $16.99

Sale price $12.99

This is a lively and refreshing white wine from the area surrounding the medieval town of San Gimignano in Tuscany which has a rich history dating back to the 11th century. San Gimignano is famous for its centuries-old towers that dot the town, erected as safeguards to see approaching enemies.  The wine is bright and juicy boasting floral, peach, grapefruit and honey aromas and flavors, finishing with a characteristic hint of bitter almond.

De Forville Chardonnay, Piemonte 2015

Regular Price $19.99

Sale price $15.99

A light and bright rendition of Chardonnay, this unoaked wine is crisp and clean with floral and orchard aromas. Honeycrisp apple flavors with a lemony finish makes this a fabulous wine for light foods.

Fratelli Revello Barbera d’Alba, Piemonte 2015

Regular Price $22.99

Sale Price $17.99

The third generation of the Revello family tends the vines and makes the wines and their care and skill is apparent in this fresh and rich Barbera. Unoaked, the black fruit core is balanced by enlivening acidity and a firm tannic grip.

Voliero Rosso di Montalcino, Tuscany 2015

Regular Price $29.99

Sale price $23.99

A project of the talented Andrea Cortonesi of Uccelliera, these grapes come from the northern end of the Montalcino zone. The wine is a classic example of the Brunello clone of Sangiovese; bright cherry aromas backed by deeper red fruit and spice flavors, finished with lip smacking acidity. This might be the best wine for a steak that you’ll ever have.

Villa di Geggiano Chianti Classico Riserva, Tuscany 2010

Regular Price $32.99

Sale Price $25.99

Brothers Andrea and Alessandro Boscu Bianchi Bandinelli are the current proprietors of the Villa di Geggiano, a national monument that has been in their family since 1527; documents show that the family was already producing wine here and exporting it to Great Britain in 1725. This is a rich and full Chianti, made of 97% Sangiovese and 3% Cabernet Sauvignon, aged for 30 months in oak and an additional 6 months in bottle before release. Only made in exception vintages, this wine is the crown jewel of the estate.

Seghesio Barolo, Piemonte 2011

Regular Price $39.99

Sale price $31.99

For many years, the family’s grapes were sold off in bulk to other producers in the region. In 1998, Ettore’s sons, Aldo and Riccardo, took over the family estate and began bottling wine under the Seghesio label. Their outstanding terroir, together with a perfect blend of traditional and modern vinification methods, results in the production of lovely wines that illustrate the beauty of Nebbiolo without breaking the bank.