Italy
The Romans made Italian wine famous, but by local standards they were late-comers to the game. Strangely, while the Empire exported its techniques across Europe the grapes themselves weren't inclined to travel: Italian varieties like Sangiovese and Nebbiolo are just as ‘noble’ as French counterparts, but to this day they are far less planted internationally. But that’s OK, because Italy produces a staggering quantity and variety of its own charming, eminently food-friendly wines at prices that range from the wildly accessible to the deservedly astronomical.

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2020 Fratelli Alessandria Barolo del Comune VerdunoA refined Barolo from a boutique producer. Formerly a Classico, this great value label is now sourced only from vineyards in the town of Verduno. The family has been receiving recognition since ... read more$90.00 in mixed 6+ or $100.00 per bottle
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2020 Cantina del Pino Barbaresco AlbesaniA powerful and distinctive single vineyard Barbaresco. The Albesani Cru vineyard enjoys rich clay-rich soils with a sunny, south facing aspect. But the Cantina style offers penetrating ... read more$95.00 in mixed 6+ or $105.00 per bottle
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2020 Elvio Cogno Barolo Cascina NuovaA great value "overachiever" from the experts in Barolo. On this beautiful vineyard near the winery, the team at Cogno are able to attain wonderful fruit ripeness and aroma along with a palate ... read more$95.00 in mixed 6+ or $105.00 per bottle
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2020 Cantina del Pino Barbaresco GallinaA super fine Barbaresco that showcases an unusually delicate side of Nebbiolo, from an important Cru vineyard. The result is very elegant, with beautifully detailed but restrained fruit ... read more$95.00 in mixed 6+ or $105.00 per bottle
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2020 Cantina del Pino Barbaresco OvelloA single vineyard Barbaresco from one of the area's finest vineyards and most dedicated producers. Depth and minerality sit back while fruit and sweet tannins wrap this perfect package in ... read more$95.00 in mixed 6+ or $105.00 per bottle
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2021 Elvio Cogno Barbaresco BordiniA delicious Barbaresco from one of the finest houses in Piedmont. Cogno is a leading Barolo producer who is so serious about the potential of the other great Nebbiolo village that they have ... read more$95.00 in mixed 6+ or $105.00 per bottle
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2021 Cigliuti Barbaresco Vie ErteA refined Barbaresco from a new producer in our import catalogue. Made on a small family estate on the Serraboella hill overlooking Neive, this seriously concentrated wine sees 26 months in ... read more$100.00 in mixed 6+ or $110.00 per bottle
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2019 San Giorgio Brunello di Montalcino UgolforteThis serious Brunello is a new arrival, made the same team from Poggio di Sotto, arguably the greatest Montalcino winery of this day and age. The San Giorgio estate was purchased in 2016, so the ... read more$105.00 in mixed 6+ or $120.00 per bottle
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2021 Poliziano Vino Nobile di Montepulciano AsinoneOnly produced in the best years, 'Asinone' is the top expression from Poliziano. Very limited production results in real refinement and potential, concentration and subtle power. Here ... read more$105.00 in mixed 6+ or $120.00 per bottle
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2020 Vietti Barolo CastiglioneA beautifully focused and expressive Barolo, this wine is becoming a legend. By making a blend of fruit from largely premium Cru vineyards, Vietti is able to present an exceptionally complete, ... read more$115.00 in mixed 6+ or $130.00 per bottle
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