Vintages New Release Collection – July 18, 2026

THE NEW RELEASE COLLECTION

ITALY – RED WINE CONT’D PIEDMONT FRATELLI MARTINI LO ZOCCOLAIO BAROLO 2021 DOCG

SICILY LA CARUSA NERO D’AVOLA/ SYRAH 2024 DOC Sicilia

The appassimento method adds depth and introduces a concentrated mouthfeel to this blend of Nero d’Avola and Syrah. It shows nice richness, with cherry, jam, plum and spice. Try it with beef or mushroom burgers. Full-bodied & Smooth 44856 (D) 750 ml $17.95 2 4 Organic product

This wine features earthy notes of leather and walnuts, complemented by a savory spiced edge to its dark-fruited core. It is full-bodied, chewy and robust, exuding a walnut and spicy character that evokes an old-school impression. The wine has great composure and balance. Try from 2027. Score: 91 (jamessuckling.com, Aug. 18, 2025) Full-bodied & Firm 49812 (XD) 750 ml $52.95 3

TUSCANY ABATE BRUNELLO DI MONTALCINO 2021 DOCG

ROBERTO SAROTTO BAROLO 2021 DOCG

Barolo is one of the finest wine styles in the world, and most of these wines come with a hefty price tag. This astonishingly priced Barolo is ripe and complex, with red fruit, spice and polished tannins. Excellent integration and elegance make it a standout value. Try it with grilled steak or dry-rubbed beef ribs. Full-bodied & Firm 49375 (XD) 750 ml $39.95 2 Featured in Summer Smart Buys

Sourced from vines aged 35-40+ years, this wine was fermented with indigenous yeasts in stainless steel. It rested for 3.5 years in French casks followed by six months in bottle before release. It has an intense character, with rich blackberry, blueberry and chocolate notes. Full-bodied & Firm 51495 (XD) 750 ml $54.95 2 4 Organic product

CASTELLO DI RADDA CHIANTI CLASSICO 2022 DOCG

PUGLIA VANITÁ PRIMITIVO 2025 DOP Puglia (Farnese)

(Translated from the Italian): Strawberries and wild (woodland) strawberries in the dominant aromatic layer blend with notes of juicy blood oranges. In the background, rose petals and fresh flowers such as hibiscus and agapanthus come through. On the palate, it is full-bodied with juicy tannins and a fresh, assertive finish. Score: 92 (Raffaele Vecchione, winescritic.com, Aug. 20, 2024) Full-bodied & Firm 16448 (XD) 750 ml $23.95 2 4 Organic product

Aged in French and American oak, this wine has an enjoyable mix of red and black fruit with well-integrated oak spice. It’s a supple, quite stylish wine that may surprise with its elegance. Perfect for grilled summer vegetables, grilled sausages or mushroom burgers. Full-bodied & Smooth 569962 (D) 750 ml $17.95 1

38 VINTAGES SATURDAY, JULY 18, 2026