Please note that our reviews are based on a variety of sources: samples sent to our team, those we purchase in store, tasting events, those tasted in restaurants and while traveling domestically and internationally.
Red Wine
Brigaldara Amarone Della Valpolicella Classico 2019, Veneto D.O.C.G., Italy: Brigaldara dries part of the harvest on straw mats before pressing, the traditional method behind Amarone that concentrates sugar and flavour in the grapes. The result is a dense, brooding red loaded with dried fig, raisin, and a touch of clove. Alcohol runs high here, adding real weight and warmth that carries on and on. Firm tannin means it wants a rich, fatty dish to match its intensity. Pour it with braised short ribs or a well-aged wedge of Parmigiano. Amarone Della Valpolicella Classico food pairings: meat filled pasta with rich tomato sauce, onion tarte, meaty stews. Drink: 2025 - 2038 300012 16.5% XD 750 mL $64.95 Score: 96/100. July 2026. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart
White Wine
Santadi Villa Solais Vermentino Di Sardegna 2024, Sardinia D.O.C., Italy: Sardinia's sun and sea breeze suit Vermentino well, and Santadi's Villa Solais bottling shows it. Lemon and green apple arrive with a saline mineral edge underneath. Dry and refreshing, with bright acidity that carries through. A touch of white flower sticks around at the end. Serve it with grilled seafood or fresh oysters. Vermentino Di Sardegna food pairings: pan-seared sea bass, grilled calamari, aged pecorino. 121129 13.7% XD 750 mL $21.95 Score: 93/100. July 2026. Full Review Add to Shopping Cart