Vintages New Release Collection – August 30, 2025

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ITALY – WHITE WINE CAMPANIA MASTROBERARDINO FALANGHINA DEL SANNIO 2023 DOC

VENEZIE SANT’ANTONIO SCAIA GARGANEGA/CHARDONNAY 2023 IGT Trevenezie

Aromas of pineapple, guava and ripe lemons lift from the glass as hints of jasmine waft by. Rounded with a texture that keeps the palate engaged as flavors of white peach and tart mango lead to a mineral focused finish that pops. Best Buy. Score: 90 (Jeff Porter, Wine Enthusiast , Dec. 1, 2024) Full-bodied & Rich 44233 (XD) 750 ml $19.95 2

The Mastroberardino family specialize in ancient varieties indigenous to Campania. Falanghina is an ancient grape thought to have been responsible for creating the most sought-after wine of the Roman Empire: the legendary Falernian. This present-day Falanghina shows lime, peach, banana and other tropical notes, plus garden herbs and mineral. Try it with seafood or grilled-tofu bites. Light & Crisp 562173 (XD) 750 ml $24.95 1

ITALY – RED WINE ABRUZZO ORAPIENA RISERVA MONTEPULCIANO D’ABRUZZO 2020 DOC (Cantina Tollo) This is a rich, silky Montepulciano with excellent depth and nuance. It has lifted notes of lavender and licorice, dark berry, cherry, earth, vanilla, and oak spice. [Luca Maroni tasting note not available.] Score: 95 (lucamaroni.com, Nov. 22, 2023) Full-bodied & Smooth 36526 (D) 750 ml $17.95 2

FRIULI JERMANN PINOT GRIGIO 2024 DOC Friuli

Fresh, lively and dynamic, this Pinot Grigio offers a more robust, ageable expression than one might expect from the style without losing any of its characterful delicacy. It’s pure and precise, with plentiful citrus, green apple, and tropical fruit including mango and pineapple. Try this elegant, charming wine with fish stews, grilled fish or sushi. Enjoy through 2028+. Light & Crisp 12812 (XD) 750 ml $47.95 2

MARCHE CASEL FARNETO CIMARÈ PICENO ROSSO 2023 DOC, sustainable

MARCHE MONTE SCHIAVO RUVIANO VERDICCHIO DEI CASTELLI DI JESI CLASSICO 2023 DOC, vegan

A blend of 50% Montepulciano, 35% Sangiovese, 10% Merlot and 5% Cabernet Sauvignon. Elegant, modern and evocative, it opens with aromas of fresh flowers and ripe red fruit. The palate is spicy and harmonious, with vanilla notes and impeccable structure. [Luca Maroni tasting note not available.] Score: 97 (lucamaroni.com, July 10, 2024) Full-bodied & Firm 44244 (XD) 750 ml $18.95 2 Featured in Big Scores

This charming, aromatic, fragrant wine has excel- lent tension and zest on the palate, with engaging notes of apple, citrus and wild herbs. There’s a touch of bitter almond on the close that adds a pleasing complexity. Drink through 2027. [Luca Maroni tasting note not available.] Score: 93 (lucamaroni.com, July 15, 2024) Light & Crisp 44279 (XD) 750 ml $16.95 2 4 Organic product

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