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July 2024 - Italy

July 2024 - Italy
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Famiglia Rivetti 2019 Barolo DOCG
94 points
$54
Famiglia Rivetti
2019 Barolo DOCG
Classic and delicious with dark flavors packed into a medium-bodied wine, albeit a bit tight right now; could use a couple hours decant or a few years in cellar to unfurl.
94 points $54
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Cantina Zaccagnini 2021 Montepulciano dAbruzzo DOC
93 points
$18
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Cantina Zaccagnini
2021 Montepulciano d'Abruzzo DOC
A pizza and pasta wine for dining al fresco; tasty, nostalgia-filled happiness.
93 points $18 Best Buy
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Lavis 2023 Pinot Noir
93 points
$19
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Lavis
2023 Pinot Noir
For a leaner style of Pinot Noir this is beautiful; bright, crunchy red fruits highlighted by earthy mushroom and light herbs.
93 points $19 Best Buy
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Famiglia Rivetti 2022 Nebbiolo
93 points
$27
Famiglia Rivetti
2022 Nebbiolo
A beautiful grape that makes a beautiful wine with a gentle and elegant touch from the wine maker.
93 points $27
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Candoni NV Rosé Prosecco DOC
91 points
$16
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Candoni
NV Rosé Prosecco DOC
A lovely wine for any summer occasion, with peach blossoms and a light sweetness with a pop of red berries; fun and easy drinking with just enough complexity to keep you coming back.
91 points $16 Best Buy
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Villa Puccini 2022 Governo AllUSO Red Blend Toscana IGT
91 points
$16
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Villa Puccini
2022 Governo All'USO Red Blend Toscana IGT
An excellent choice for Super Tuscan and Cab drinkers alike.
91 points $16 Best Buy
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Famiglia Rivetti 2020 Barbaresco DOCG
91 points
$49
Famiglia Rivetti
2020 Barbaresco DOCG
Looking for some braised boar and some risotto to pair with this super classically styled Barbaresco.
91 points $49
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Villa Puccini 2019 Red Blend Toscana IGT
90 points
$15
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Villa Puccini
2019 Red Blend Toscana IGT
A charming entry level Super Tuscan where the Sangiovese shines but the Merlot adds a welcome touch of heft and defined fruits.
90 points $15 Best Buy
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Candoni NV Prosecco DOC
90 points
$16
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Candoni
NV Prosecco DOC
A delicious and classic Prosecco with just a hint of sweetness to liven things up.
90 points $16 Best Buy
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Candoni 2022 Chianti DOCG
88 points
$14
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Candoni
2022 Chianti DOCG
A quintessential pasta friendly Chianti.
88 points $14 Best Buy
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Villa Puccini 2022 Vermentino
88 points
$15
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Villa Puccini
2022 Vermentino
A light summer wine that is refreshing and a good choice to pair with some seafood or perhaps a Cacio e Pepe.
88 points $15 Best Buy
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Candoni NV White Moscato
87 points
$16
Candoni
NV White Moscato
A soft and slightly sweet sparkling white wine with gentle bubbles and a lingering finish.
87 points $16
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Cantina Zaccagnini 2023 Pinot Grigio
87 points
$17
Cantina Zaccagnini
2023 Pinot Grigio
A crisp and refreshing Pinot Grigio that would pair well with a savory fruit salsa.
87 points $17
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Candoni 2021 Pinot Noir
86 points
$13
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Candoni
2021 Pinot Noir
Lean and refreshing with lovely tart red fruit; explore with your favorite pizza.
86 points $13 Best Buy
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Villa Puccini 2021 Chianti Riserva DOCG
86 points
$16
Villa Puccini
2021 Chianti Riserva DOCG
An oak lovers Sangiovese with more than enough zip and zest to be a lovely pizza wine pairing.
86 points $16
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Famiglia Rivetti 2023 Arneis
86 points
$21
Famiglia Rivetti
2023 Arneis
A light, crisp white that gives Pinot Grigio a run for its money.
86 points $21
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