Italy
Antonio Caggiano 2022 Béchar Fiano di Avellino
$62.99Ripe pear, honeyed almond and citrus blossom lead, with a soft floral note adding lift. The palate is rounded and quietly rich, balanced by fresh acidity and a lightly savoury finish. Poised rather than heavy, it works beautifully with grilled prawns, roast chicken or pasta dressed with lemon and herbs.
Poli Super Taurus Bitter Veneto
$62.99Red-orange zest leads an intense, citrus-driven aroma, framed by gentian, liquorice root and warming spice. The palate is firm and bittersweet, with natural peel oils bringing brightness while bitter herbs add depth and grip. A measured sweetness rounds the texture without blunting its aperitif character. The finish is long, herbal and clean. Serve over ice with orange peel, lengthen with soda, or use in a Negroni-style cocktail.
Castell’in Villa 2019 Chianti Classico
$63.99Cedar, sweet pipe tobacco, menthol and liquorice frame ripe red cherry and dried herbs on an aromatic nose. Medium-bodied and unusually approachable, the palate is open-knit yet structured, with savoury detail unfolding effortlessly. A measured touch of oak carries through the finish. Decant briefly and serve with roast veal, grilled pork or tomato-based pasta.
Marengo 2020 Vigna Valmaggiore Nebbiolo d’Alba DOC
$63.99Earthy depth leads a serious, quietly expressive nose, joined by rose petal, mineral notes and a light touch of tobacco. The palate is balanced and structured, with elegant tannins and ample fruit held in a complete, unforced frame. Long and composed, it finishes fresh, without any sense of heat.
Col Vetoraz Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore DOCG Brut
$63.99Fine, persistent bubbles carry rose, citrus blossom and acacia over white peach, pear and crisp apple. The palate is dry and refreshing, with a creamy mousse balanced by lively lemon, gentle herbs and a subtle saline mineral note. Bright and focused through the finish, it is a natural aperitif or partner for seafood.
Contratto Vermouth Bianco
$63.99Citrus peel and white stone fruit lead an elegant aroma, with chamomile, hawthorn and alpine herbs adding detail. The palate is smooth and lightly honeyed, balancing gentle sweetness with fresh acidity and a fine bitter line. Coriander, marjoram, laurel and soft baking spice unfold gradually without overwhelming the fruit. The finish is clean, floral and delicately spiced. Serve chilled over ice with a lemon twist, topped with soda or in a lighter aperitivo cocktail.
Benanti 2021 Etna Rosso
$64.99Pale ruby in colour, with lifted red-fruit aromas and a cool mineral edge. The palate is dry and medium-bodied, balancing bright acidity with fine texture and a savoury, saline current. Freshness carries through the persistent finish, giving this poised Sicilian red both clarity and an easy affinity with food.
Jacopo Biondi Santi 2018 Sassoalloro Toscana IGT
$64.99Forest floor, camphor and Mediterranean scrub lead the nose, with hazelnut adding a quiet savoury note. The palate is linear and light on its feet, showing dried cherry, blood orange and grilled sage. Taut, fine-grained tannins and bright acidity carry the wine into a poised, gently spiced finish.
Planeta 2021 Etna Rosso DOC
$64.99Sour cherry and wild strawberry lead, with violet, vanilla and cracked pepper adding lift. Fleshy and smooth on entry, the palate gains savoury definition from rhubarb, iron and a light earthy note. Fresh acidity keeps the fruit clear while fine, measured tannins carry the wine through a composed, gently spicy finish.
Arianna Occhipinti 2021 SP68 Bianco
$64.99Perfumed exotic fruit and white flowers lead an aromatic, textural white, with peach, red apple and orange blossom bringing generous fruit. Stony minerality and a gentle skin-contact grip add shape, while salinity keeps the finish fresh and detailed. Complex without heaviness, it pairs beautifully with grilled prawns, roasted vegetables or aromatic Mediterranean dishes.
Fattoria La Vialla 2016 Vin Santo del Chianti Occhio di Pernice Riserva
$64.99Dried cherry, fig and date open into walnut, caramel and warm baking spice. The palate is rich and softly viscous, with mature savoury depth balancing the concentrated sweetness. A fine line of acidity keeps the finish composed and persistent. Serve in a small pour with almond biscotti, aged pecorino or a simple nut tart.
Antonio Scala 2021 Cirò Rosso Classico Superiore Riserva 750 mL
$64.99Warm and Mediterranean in profile, this Gaglioppo-led red balances ripe fruit with savoury spice and a firm, composed structure. Long skin contact builds texture, while time in stainless steel and barrel rounds the edges without obscuring the grape’s character. The palate feels generous yet controlled, with medium body and measured grip. It closes on red fruit, gentle spice and a polished, quietly persistent warmth.
Pietradolce 2018 Archineri Etna Rosso DOC
$65.99Dried raspberry, cranberry and woodland berries open the nose, joined by Mediterranean herbs, camphor, white pepper and wet stone. The palate is focused and energetic, with crisp freshness and fine, closely woven tannins. Earthy spice and a mineral line carry the red fruit through a dry, persistent finish with clear volcanic character.
Brancaia 2019 Chianti Classico Riserva DOCG
$66.99Cherry and black fruit lead a broad, layered bouquet, followed by spice, leather, tar and freshly tilled earth. Medium- to full-bodied, the palate balances firm structure with bright freshness and succulent fruit. Fine tannins carry the savoury detail through a long, composed finish, making this a natural partner for roasted meats and rich sauces.
Enrico Gatti NV Franciacorta DOCG Brut
$66.99Bread crust, green apple and pear lead, joined by pineapple, citrus and a gentle floral note. The palate is fresh and well balanced, with fine persistent bubbles and a crisp line of acidity carrying almond, honey and hazelnut. Toasted nuances and a savoury mineral touch shape an elegant, lingering finish.
Varnelli Anice Secco Dry Anise Liqueur
$66.99Clear and bright, with a persistent aniseed aroma that opens into wild fennel, dill and cumin. Floral notes add lift without softening the liqueur’s distinctly dry, unsweet profile. The palate is full and enveloping, carrying savoury spice and herbal freshness through a long, focused finish. Serve chilled or over ice, add a small measure to espresso, or use sparingly in anise-forward cocktails.
Velenosi 2018 Ludi Offida Rosso DOCG
$67.99Deep ruby moving toward garnet at the rim, with a concentrated nose of ripe blackberry, blackcurrant and cherry, layered with licorice, graphite and a restrained balsamic note. Full and assured on the palate, it balances generous dark fruit with fine, rounded tannins. The finish is long, polished and distinctly fruit-led.
Cocchi Americano Rosa
$68.99Fragrant and lightly bittersweet, with wild rose, red berries and citrus peel layered over ginger and vanilla. Gentian and cinchona give the palate a measured herbal grip, while the red-wine base keeps the finish supple and vinous. Serve over ice with soda and grapefruit peel, lengthen with tonic or ginger beer, or use it to bring floral lift to gin and agave-based cocktails.
Sibona Distillato d’Uva Uvedilanga
$69.99Fresh grape and delicate floral notes open the aroma, followed by soft orchard fruit and a light muscat-like lift. The palate is notably smooth, rounded and gentle, with clear fruit character carried by a refined texture rather than overt sweetness. Subtle floral detail returns through the middle. The finish is clean and pleasant, leaving fresh fruit and a quiet aromatic echo.