Benchmark Barbaresco and Bolgheri meet cellar-worthy Barolo, Brunello and you might score a 100-point 2021 Gaja, worth $936!
Italy’s red wines reward a little exploration. Different grapes, places, and traditions give each region its own voice, from Piedmont’s Nebbiolo to Tuscany’s Sangiovese and red blends.
This tight, 15-label collection brings those traditions together with a strong foundation in Barolo, Brunello, and another side of Tuscany.
Piedmont: Get to Know Nebbiolo
Nebbiolo is the grape behind Barolo, known for its fragrance, structure, and ability to develop with age. Its combination of tannin and freshness helps explain why these wines earn a place at the dinner table and in the cellar.
Two Barolos from Alberto Voerzio anchor the Piedmont selection: 2021 Castagni, worth $125, and 2021 La Serra, worth $150. They bring the same producer and vintage into focus through two different vineyard names.
Montalcino: Explore Brunello
Brunello di Montalcino puts Sangiovese at the center of the story. Bright acidity, savory depth, and firm structure are hallmarks of the style, with personality shaped by producer, vintage, and time.
The collection includes 2019 Villa Poggio Salvi Brunello di Montalcino Riserva, listed at $120, and newly arrived 2018 Palazzo ‘Cosimo’ Brunello di Montalcino, listed at $131. Riserva signifies a longer required aging period, adding another dimension to the Brunello selection.
Tuscany: Look Beyond Brunello
Tuscany’s appeal extends beyond its best-known appellations. Its red blends offer another way to explore the region, with producers combining grapes to create their own expressions. 2021 Cupano Ombrone Sant’Antimo, worth $150, rounds out the heart of this collection.
These wines make a focused introduction to Italy’s red-wine traditions, with enough breadth to keep discovery interesting.
The Offer
- Only $78 per bottle for delicious Italian red wines.
- Every bottle is upgraded to a pricier one.
- Over 75% of the bottles are worth $120 or more.
- A 100-point 2021 Gaja Sorì San Lorenzo, valued at $936, could be yours!
