Alpha Zeta was started in 1999 when David Gleave and New Zealand winemaker, Matt Thompson, set out to produce a range of modern, fruit-forward wines from the hills outside Verona. Their aim was to work closely with the local growers to obtain high quality grapes by reducing yields and harvesting later in the season. Aged for 6 months in oak, Alpha Zeta Corvina is a rich, food friendly red with aromas and flavors of cherry, strawberry and dark chocolate. Supple tannins and balanced acidity are complemented by a peppery finish. Product of Italy Alcohol by Volume: 12.5% Bottle Size: 750ml

Italy ranks as one of the greatest wine producing countries in the world. The geographic position and varying climate and soil conditions result in a wide diversity of wines. With our regional wine map of Italy explore over 300 DOC and DOCG wineries and see how the combination of slopes hills and tectonic processes results in an almost epic profusion of terroir. These maps combine detailed wine region and reference information with a shaded relief background in order to showcase the characteristic physical geography of a particular region. All maps are printed on high quality satin matte finish paper. Perfect to mount in your wine cellar winery library or office. Size: 39'H x 28'W

The wines of Tuscany were famous long before Leonardo da Vinci described them as "bottled sunshine," and they are at the forefront of the remarkable renaissance of Italian wine over the past 30 years. In this groundbreaking new book, Nicolas Belfrage shares his insider's knowledge acquired as a specialist wine trader and writer. Mindful of the region's fascinating past, Belfrage brings its story up to date, discussing such subjects as geology and geography, grape varieties, and the latest research into Sangiovese, the variety used in the top wines of Chianti Classico, Brunello di Montalcino, and Vino Nobile di Montepulciano. He also clarifies the regulatory framework and follows the recent controversial developments in viticulture and winemaking, including the rise of the Super-Tuscans... Less

Established in Dolegna del Collio in 1964, Azienda Agricola Livon is one of the most innovative producers in the region. Through the years, they have actively worked to reduce production yields to maximize the quality of the fruit, while increasing the number of vines and incorporating more organic farming methods. This has resulted is stronger, healthier vines that are less susceptible to disease, and produce fruit that fully expresses the Collio region. Composed entirely of Schioppettino, Livon "Picotis" offers a vibrant nose of ripe raspberry, cherry and blackberry, accented by hints of tar and smoke. Thirteen months of oak maturation has contributed delicate notes of vanilla, cedar and spice to the structured, full-bodied palate. Product of Italy Alcohol by Volume: 13% Bottle Size:... Less

Italy ranks as one of the greatest wine producing countries in the world. The geographic position and varying climate and soil conditions result in a wide diversity of wines. With our regional wine map of Italy explore over 300 DOC and DOCG wineries and see how the combination of slopes hills and tectonic processes results in an almost epic profusion of terroir. These maps combine detailed wine region and reference information with a shaded relief background in order to showcase the characteristic physical geography of a particular region. All maps are printed on high quality satin matte finish paper. Perfect to mount in your wine cellar winery library or office. Size: 39'H x 28'W

92 Points - Wine Spectator 91 Points - Wine Advocate Located in southern Tuscany, the vineyards of Tenuta Monteti surround the small town of Capalbio. The winery is dedicated to producing wines of great quality and strong personality that fully express the terrior of this region. Named by Wine Advocate as "one of the best values in Italian wine today", Tenuta Monteti "Caburnio" is a fresh, focused blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Alicante and Merlot aged in equal parts steel and French oak for one year. Both the nose and palate are remarkably complex with savory notes of dried herbs, coffee beans and mocha enveloped in bushels of dark red fruit. Ripe tannins and bright acidity add structure and depth, resulting in a long, perfectly balanced finish. Enjoy through 2024. Product of Italy Alcohol... Less

A new, more complete and more detailed guide to northern Italy, this edition includes the regions of Valle d' Aosta, Piedmont, Lombardy, Trentino Alto Adige, Veneto, Friuli Venezia Giulia, Liguria, and Emilia Romagna. Included is detailed coverage of the region's rich architectural, cultural, and artistic heritage as well as insider tips on food, wine, shopping, sports, special events and what to see.

This refreshing Pinot Grigio is bursting with notes of pear, melon, and green apple on both the nose and palate. Medium bodied with crisp acidity, this white will pair well with various seafood entrees. Product of Italy Alcohol by Volume: 12.5%

Whether you're learning about wine or a fan of Italian wines, this map is an essential reference. The only up to date wine map of Italy produced in the past 20 years, it includes all DOC, DOCG and IGT wine zones in Italy as well as adjacent wine regions in France, Switzerland, Slovenia, Croatia and Tunisia. Detailed maps of Piedmont DOCs, DOCGs and Chianti subzones are included. The map is 24 by 36 inches, printed on 2 sides; the front side shows the DOC and DOCG regions, while the back side shows the IGT regions. It also includes an 8 page index booklet and 180 colored map tack stickers, all in a 6 in. x 9 in. bookshelf case.

Sfida, meaning "challenge" in Italian, is a fruit-forward, medium-bodied red composed entirely of Primitivo, a traditional Italian varietal hailing from Puglia. Inviting notes of raspberry and blackberry appear on both the nose and palate, and merge with hints of tobacco and earth on the finish. Product of Italy Alcohol by Volume: 13%

D'Angelo Sacravite Aglianico is made from the producer's riper fruit, making it a pleasure to drink young. Chocolate, plum, and baking spice on the nose lead into a rich, deep palate displaying dark fruit, spice box, and a wisp of smoke. Product of Italy Alcohol by Volume: 13%

From high altitude vineyards on the rugged slopes of northern Italy's Alto Adige region, Altanuta is a crisp and tantalizing Pinot Grigio. Subtle citrus notes make this white delectable on it's own or with lighter fare. Product of Italy Alcohol by Volume: 12.5%Bottle Size:750ml We are a licensed wine and spirits store based in Brooklyn, NY. We strive to offer our customers a diverse and carefully selected array of fine libations, from the everyday to the incredibly rare, all at excellent prices

A new Blue Guide completes the series unparalleled coverage of Italy, complementing recently revised guides to northern Italy, Sicily, and southern Italy.

New for 2009, "Travellers Northern Italy" is ideal for visitors to a region world-famous for its culture, lifestyle and cuisine, and home to the towering Dolomites, the spectacular Cinque Terre, and the cities of Milan, Venice, Turin, Genoa and Bologna. This book delivers: expert advice, tracking down the best sights and experiences; Suggested Itineraries and Highlights sections to help you make the most out of your trip; detailed background on people, geography, culture and history; clear and accurate mapping including suggested walks and tours; full colour photography throughout; impartial and dependable sleeping, eating and entertainment listings; and comprehensive coverage of the region's best, including; Piedmont & Valle d'Aosta, Liguria & Emilia Romagna, Lombardy, Veneto and... Less

TUSCANY, a region which, with its idyllic villages merging seamlessly into rolling hillsides, memorable cities, wine and delicious cuisine, creates for many the archety- pal image of Italy and is indeed a paradise for lovers of Italian life and culture. The home of Renaissance art and architecture is also home to pasta and Chianti wine.... and then there is Pisa and of course the majesty that is Florence. SICILY Sicily is the largest island in the Mediterranean and as a land with a 3000 year old cultural heritage is unbelievably beautiful and full of variety. From the capital Paler- mo to volatile Mount Etna, Sicily has a lot to offer including great cuisine and a sunny climate. It's all here for You to enjoy on this DVD which is presented in super picture quality.

Originally from Belgium, the De Forville family arrived in Piedmont in 1848 and established themselves in the village of Barbaresco in 1860. They began growing Nebbiolo on their property and created wine that was sold in bulk directly to restaurants and retailers who bottled the wine themselves. However, in 1940 the estate bottled their first wine and now virtually their entire production is bottled at the estate. The family also expanded their land and now their vineyards are divided among Neb

TUSCANY, a region which, with its idyllic villages merging seamlessly into rolling hillsides, memorable cities, wine and delicious cuisine, creates for many the archety- pal image of Italy and is indeed a paradise for lovers of Italian life and culture. The home of Renaissance art and architecture is also home to pasta and Chianti wine.... and then there is Pisa and of course the majesty that is Florence. SICILY Sicily is the largest island in the Mediterranean and as a land with a 3000 year old cultural heritage is unbelievably beautiful and full of variety. From the capital Paler- mo to volatile Mount Etna, Sicily has a lot to offer including great cuisine and a sunny climate. It's all here for You to enjoy on this DVD which is presented in super picture quality.

This is a pleasant, light white wine that is perfectly paired with shellfish. Product of Italy Alcohol by Volume: 12% Bottle Size: 750ml We are a licensed wine and spirits store based in Brooklyn, NY. We strive to offer our customers a diverse and carefully selected array of fine libations, from the everyday to the incredibly rare, all at excellent prices. We're always adding unexpected, exciting and hard-to-find wines and spirits, and want to help our customers discover something they will lov

Travel through the Italian countryside with Joseph Bastianich in search of the country’s eighty-nine finest wines. Joseph Bastianich is steeped in Italian wines like no one else. Not only is he the co-owner, with Mario Batali, of some of America’s premier Italian restaurants, but he also produces wine on four separate estates—three in Italy—and is responsible for bringing Eataly, the groundbreaking artisanal Italian food and wine marketplace, to New York. His thoughtfully honed list of favorite wines makes for a fascinating journey that brings Italian wines to life. Grandi Vini introduces readers to the greatest wines in Italy by bringing them to the vineyards and introducing the winemakers behind the bottles. More than simply appealing to the palate, the wines on Joe’s list have made an... Less

Named after the ancient drovers trails carved into the countryside of Puglia, Tratturi Primitivo di Salento is a fresh, unoaked red with lively notes of ripe berries and fresh flowers on both the nose and palate. A balancing spiciness lingers through the delicate finish.Product of Italy Alcohol by Volume: 13%Bottle Size: 750ml We are a licensed wine and spirits store based in Brooklyn, NY. We strive to offer our customers a diverse and carefully selected array of fine libations, from the everyd

The Curatolo family has been producing Marsala wine since 1875, when Vito Curatolo Arini decided to build a winery within his own vineyards. He collaborated with Martin Shuvabaten, a commercial expert from Switzerland, to transform the winery into a successful Marsala business. By the beginning of the 1900s, the winery was transporting their products throughout Europe, and were one of the first wineries exporting to the USA and South America. Their iconic label, created by noted architect Ernesto Basile, has since become a symbol of high quality, yet affordable, Marsala wines. Vito Curatolo Arini Marsala Superiore Riserva is composed of carefully selected Grillo, Cataratto and Inzolia grapes, and has been aged in Slavonian oak casks for at least ten years. An intense nose of bitter... Less

Fermented in tanks rather than barrels, Arche' Montepulciano d'Abruzzo displays broad, bright varietal character with abundant aromas and flavors of red fruit and gentle tannins. Enjoy with pasta dishes and red meat. Product of Italy Alcohol by Volume: 12%Bottle Size: 750ml We are a licensed wine and spirits store based in Brooklyn, NY. We strive to offer our customers a diverse and carefully selected array of fine libations, from the everyday to the incredibly rare, all at excellent prices. We

There are already at least four well-established wine guides in Italy. Is there really any need for another? Slow Food believes so. In January 2012 it will launch the first English edition of its own wine guide, Slow Wine, which adopts a new approach to wine criticism and looks beyond what is in the glass.For 20 years, Slow Food co-published the Italian Wines guide with Gambero Rosso, arguably the most famous and influential wine publication in Italy. The much sought-after "three glasses" awards stimulated producers to aim for maximum quality, hence to change the Italian wine scene and its image abroad. But the Slow Food quality criteria have developed in the meantime; they now embrace more than just sensory virtues and also incorporate ethical and environmental values. The movement's... Less

This wine is from Italy, Umbria region. The 2004 Sagrantino di Montefalco Pagliaro is more linear than the 2005 and perhaps just a touch more advanced as well. Sweet tobacco, herb and earth aromas waft out of the glass followed by a perfumed core of fruit that emerges over time. A long, refined finish rounds out the wine nicely. The 2004 is more ethereal than the 2005, but it, too, is quite beautiful, not to mention a terrific effort in what was a challenging vintage for this property. Interestingly, what seems to come through most in tasting the 2005 and 2004 side by side are the qualities of this vineyard first, and those of vintage second. The 2004 Pagliaro was macerated on the skins for 48 days and spent 32 months in large, neutral casks. Anticipated maturity: 2009-2019. My visit... Less

92 Points - Wine Enthusiast Mocali Brunello di Montalcino is a remarkable red; relative to comparable Montalcino bottles, this complex Sangiovese is a truly remarkable value. Vinified from grapes grown in marl and limestone soil, fermented in stainless steel tanks, and aged for three years in large Slovenian oak casks, this wine maintains traces of terroir while benefiting from the winemaker's skill; both the nose and palate are infused with a subtle minerality distinctive to the Mocali vineyards, while the oak influence is present but perfectly integrated. With a complex and balanced nose of raspberry, licorice, chocolate, sweet spice, cinnamon, and coffee, this Brunello is concentrated, vibrant, and utterly ageworthy. Product of Italy Alcohol by Volume: 14% Bottle Size: 750ml

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Italy has been long renowned for its gustatory elitism, but its culinary subcultures vary significantly by region. In Flavors of Italy, join Allegro on a two-and-a-half hour visit to northern Italy and Tuscany, taking the time to savor each area's aesthetic glories and historical legacies. The visits include protracted tours of each region and visits with five-star Italian chefs, who explain and illustrate in great visual detail how to prepare the native dishes that have put Italy on the map as the global heart and soul of haute cuisine

This wine is from Italy, Trentino-alto Adige region. Alois Lageder’s great grandfather founded the winery over 150 years ago in Alto Adige, Northeast Italy. In 1934, the family acquired the Lowengang estate in Magre and continued adding other prime Alto Adige vineyards. Now in its fifth generation, the company is led by Alois Lageder. His brother-in-law Luis von Dellemann, is the winemaker. Today Lageder owns 185 acres across a variety of microclimates. In the higher elevation Alpine climate, Riesling, Muller-Thurgau and Gewurztraminer grow well. Farther downhill, Chardonnay, Pinot Grigio and Pinot Bianco find enough warmth. In the valley floor, where temperatures exceed 90 F. in the summer, reds thrive. There are a variety of soils - mostly a mix of limestone and clay, with some volcanic... Less

This wine is from Italy, Trentino-alto Adige region. Alois Lageder’s great grandfather founded the winery over 150 years ago in Alto Adige, Northeast Italy. In 1934, the family acquired the Lowengang estate in Magre and continued adding other prime Alto Adige vineyards. Now in its fifth generation, the company is led by Alois Lageder. His brother-in-law Luis von Dellemann, is the winemaker. Today Lageder owns 185 acres across a variety of microclimates. In the higher elevation Alpine climate, Riesling, Muller-Thurgau and Gewurztraminer grow well. Farther downhill, Chardonnay, Pinot Grigio and Pinot Bianco find enough warmth. In the valley floor, where temperatures exceed 90 F. in the summer, reds thrive. There are a variety of soils - mostly a mix of limestone and clay, with some volcanic... Less

A comprehensive, authoritative survey of the wines of Italy explores the country's various wine-producing regions; identifies different wine styles, producers, and vintages; and presents a variety of delicious regional recipes, along with helpful tips for wine enthusiasts.