Vintages New Release Collection – November 22, 2025

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VENETO PIEROPAN LE COLOMBARE RECIOTO DI SOAVE CLASSICO 2020 DOCG

FORTEMASSO CASTELLETTO BAROLO 2018 DOCG (Agricole Gussalli Beretta)

Bright, brilliant ruby in colour, slightly lighter at the rim. Fragrant and spicy on the nose, with subtle peppery hints at first, then rich raspberry fruit and memories of ripe red currants; the wine echoes with a subtle aroma of sweet spices. Clear on the palate, with beautiful tension and tightly woven, salty tannins; radiant and with a long, harmonious finish. Score: 93 (Othmar Kiem & Simon Staffler, falstaff.com, July 10, 2022) Full-bodied & Firm 31410 (XD) 750 ml $69.95 2 Featured in ’Tis Your Season

... made with airdried Garganega grapes. This pretty dessert wine reveals a light amber color and a busy bouquet that incorporates elements of chamomile tea with honey, dried mint, daisies and other herbal elements. At its core is sweet apricot and peach. The wine starts off in cement and ages in acacia barrels for two years. You get extra richness and intensity in this hot vintage. Drink date: 2025-2037. Score: 95 (Monica Larner, robertparker.com, Aug. 14, 2025) Full-bodied & Rich 46179 (S) 500 ml $52.95 2

ITALY – RED WINE ABRUZZO UMANI RONCHI PODERE MONTEPULCIANO D’ABRUZZO 2023 DOC

GIGI ROSSO DOLCETTO D’ALBA 2023 DOC

The 2023 vintage produced Dolcetto d’Alba with notable intensity and richness. This example brings a sharp, youthfully linear quality to the dark berry, plum, blackcurrant and spice. A lifted lavender floral note makes the whole experience all the more pleasing. Enjoy this wine through 2028+. Medium-bodied & Fruity 45846 (XD) 750 ml $22.95 2

A vivid, bright and textured red, showing aromas of dark cherries, blueberries and mild spices. It’s medium-bodied with finely grained tannins. Juicy crushed-berry character at the center with a delicious stream of sour cherries and a flavorful finish with excellent length. Drink or hold [through 2028+]. Score: 92 (jamessuckling.com, Aug. 26, 2024) Full-bodied & Smooth 46567 (XD) 750 ml $17.95 2 4 Organic product

PIEDMONT FONTANAFREDDA SERRALUNGA

PUGLIA NARDELLI SALICE SALENTINO 2023 DOP Nicely framed cherry, black fruit, plum and spice, with some dried fruit and smoke tones. A succulent, food-friendly Negroamaro that will add some classic appeal to your holiday dinner. Decant before enjoying. [Luca Maroni tasting note not available.] Score: 96

D’ALBA BAROLO 2021 DOCG, sustainable, vegan

... among the denomination’s best values in 2021. It achieves that alluring and complex mix of fresh- ness and maturity. Savoury nuances of moss and mushroom lace through dried strawberry and spiced plum. Ripe tannins are still tight and properly assertive, confidently bracing the supple, vibrant fruit. It lingers with raspberry tea and tobacco. Essential for anyone building a cellar on a budget. Drinking window: 2025-2035. Score: 92 (Michaela Morris, decanter.com, March 28, 2025) Full-bodied & Firm 943290 (XD) 750 ml $49.95 2 Featured in Good Partners

(lucamaroni.com, 2025) Full-bodied & Smooth 22127 (D) 750 ml

$25.95 2

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