Dinner-Ready Reds

This 100% Sangiovese is ruby red, rich and bright. Aging 16 months in barrels of 28.5hl Slavonia Oak and 225-liter barriques. The elegant sensations of cherry and violet come out decisive at the first olfactory approach and then leave room for the nuances that are coming from the wood aging. .The spicy aromas are expressed with elegance, precision and a lot of details; given by the texture of the woods in which it matures. To the taste tannins are silky, dense and fresh, never unbalanced. The unmistakable flavor of BBS11 makes it a harmonious and elegant wine. VINEYARD NOTES Sassoalloro Oro was born in an extraordinary land, where galestro mineral varieties contribute to an optimal development of the plant by giving its fruits unique and representative scents of the territory. We are in the “Aia di Clemente”, 6 hectares, a small garden in Montepò. The vineyard is exposed to the East, South-East (112.5° compass) and the slope is 17%. Its rows have a length of about 280 meters and the average production settles at 41 q/ha with a production per stump of 780 gr. PRODUCTION NOTES The grapes were desteped and crushed before fermentation in steel vats. Reassembly and delestages have been carried out until the must sugars are exhausted. The must was derailed on October 12, cleaned of lees and then carried out malolactic fermentation always in steel vats. In December, at the end of the malolactic fermentation, the wine was refined in barrels of 28.5hl Slavonia oak and 225-liter barriques for 16 months. Then the final mass was assembled and bottling proceeded on May 26, 2021. WINEMAKER NOTES To celebrate the 30° anniversary of Sassoalloro (1991-2021), the iconic wine of the Castello di Montepò, we produced Sassoalloro Oro, fruit of the study that lasted several years between Jacopo and Tancredi Biondi Santi in collaboration with the winemaker Donato Lanati. The selected vineyard is located in a portion of Galestro with good slope and has east, south-east exposure. There is no irrigation in the vineyards precisely to favor a deep and well-resistant radical development even in the most droughty vintages. FOOD & WINE PAIRING Sassoalloro Oro finds its natural combination with traditional Tuscan cuisine, especially with roasted game meats and medium-aged cheeses. It is an excellent meditation wine, to be tasted alone or on special occasions. It has an estimated longevity of 30 years. MORE INFORMATION From Sangiovese Grosso BBS11 grapes, a clone owned by the Biondi Santi family, Sassoalloro Oro comes from vineyards with excellent exposure and from plants over 15 years old.

Willamette Valley, Oregon- Lithe, ripe and appealing for its cedar-accented blackberry and plum flavors, with a tobacco note adding interest to the firm-textured finish. Shea Wine Cellars is a producer of world-class Pinot Noir. Intense ripe fruit from start to finish.  Soft tannins, moderate length.      

3 BOTTLES bundle. New Arrival. Special project of Simple Wine & Bonardi winery. NAPA style Cabernet Sauvignon Reserva.  Winemaking:  our Cabernet grow up in the Langhe and Roero hills. Once the grapes achieve the right ripeness degree, the harvested bunches are transported to the cellar where they are carefully selected and destemmed.  Softly pressed it stored in steel tanks for the first fermentation phase when the colour, aromas, tannins and structure from the skin of the berries are extracted.  After this first phase, they are separated and  transferred to tonneaux and barriques. Malolactic fermentation takes place inside the barriques and tonneaux, where they remain  for at least 18 months. In the following months the wine refines through the exchange of oxygen allowed by the porosity of the wood, which softens the tannin making it less invasive and more elegant and enriching the wine with a greater complexity of aromas such as the hint of vanilla typical of oak. Winemaker notes: An austere, complex, generally very aromatic wine, which expresses all the wonders of the forest and the pristine mountains. On the nose, mainly emerge wild berries, black cherry, plum, perfectly integrated with the vegetable scents of the undergrowth, musk, pine needles, oak leaves. But a more careful analysis will reveal the more material organoleptic characteristics, linked to the rock, graphite often with balsamic puffs, black pepper and ink. Flaviana Fia

Anderson's Conn Valley Vineyards is a California winery known primarily for its high-end Cabernet Sauvignon.  A Napa Valley Cab through and through, this 100% Cabernet from the impressive 2007 vintage is aged for 18 months in 60-gallon French oak barrels. The oak influence is subtle and really complements the blackberry and currant fruit. It leads with a heady nose of black tea, new leather, coffee, chocolate, purple flowers and fruit, all of which carry over to the palate, which is full and sweet but impeccably balanced..

 Central Coast Pinot Noir. "Producing great wine is our number one priority. There was no question in founder Josh Jensen’s mind that he would plant his first grapes on limestone-rich soil more than 35 years ago. He established Calera as a true pioneer in California Pinot Noir." Tasting notes:  Made from a handful of the finest vineyards on the Central Coast, this Pinot Noir displays alluring aromas of ripe black cherry, raspberry, sandalwood and orange zest. On palate the flavors turn dark and luxurious, with layers of blackberry jam and cassis gliding across supple tannins to a lingering cedar and spice finish Aged in 100% French oak, 10% new Alcohol %: 14.4.        Wine Enthusiast 92/100

Grape variety: 100% Nebbiolo, Piemonte. Average age of the vines: 30-40 years. Color: garnet red with brick-red nuances. Aroma: intense, complex with sensations of cherry, mint, violet and jams.Taste: severe and austere, powerful, sound; tasty with harmonic tannins; warm and full-flavoured with dominate features of violet and withered rose.Alcohol: 14%.   Maturing: in 30-50 hectolitre French oak barrels for at least 2 years. In bottle for 1 year. Food-Wine Coupling: suitable for the most complex and elaborated dishes of the international cooking, this wine confers prestige to the table. Perfect also as meditation wine. Serving temperature: 18°C in stem glassed for full-body red wines. Open the bottle at least two hours before serving  Use code VINO for extra 15% discount.

 B. R. Cohn Winery of Bruce Cohn’s 45+ years of rock-n-roll managing The Doobie Brothers, has been making small lot, vineyard designated wines since 1984. Nestled between Sonoma Mountain and the Mayacamas Mountain range, the winery offers an inviting, relaxed environment for discovering new wines. Mentored by Charlie Wagner of Caymus, Bruce began producing his own wines in 1984.Charlie Wagner then bestowed the greatest honor upon the winery, permitting the use of Caymus’ trademarked ”Special Selection” on the best lots from the estate.  Variety :88% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Merlot, 2% Cabernet Franc.A6669romatics of the wine unfold with tea leaf, black fruit and leather. Spices also wrap around the nose while on the palate suggestions of currant, blackberry and rhubarb evolve, becoming a spice rack of cinnamon, nutmeg and clove. A touch of vanilla mingles with more earthy notes of tobacco leaf and cigar box. As the wine opens up, the tannins - while present - integrate into the finish. Alcohol 14. 1%

Variety :Pinot Noir Black cherry and candied raspberry aromas enveloped by slight oak in the background. With features of sweet cherry, vanilla and raspberry flavors, it has a long finish that is rounded out by a burst of cherry and cream soda

Dino Illuminati, grandson of Nico who began the winery in 1890, has brought the family owned winery to new heights with advanced winemaking technology and skilled craftsmanship. He has won many awards over the years including one of Italy’s Best Winemakers. Zanna has an intense ruby red color that tends to garnet red as it ages, with an aroma of blackberries, fruits, and flowers. It is velvety and elegant with a great substance and mellow tannins.  Sourced from a single vineyard in the Colline Teramane DOCG,100% Montepulciano from Abruzzo it shows very good vibrancy and concentration. Wine Enthusiast, 99 pts This red is a delightful accompaniment when served with savory sauces, pastas, red meats, game, truffles, and mature cheeses.