and more:
• Vintage Tasting Room
• New IWM Lecture Series
• Bruno Giacosa Comes to Babbo!

The Evolution of Wine Tastings

IWM is proud to introduce the new Vintage Tasting Room and Lecture Series, as well as the allocation of several rare vintage gems from Sergio's cellar, from the elegant 1964 Bartolo Mascarello Barolo to the ambrosial 1990 Dal Forno Recioto.

The Vintage Tasting Room and customizable Lecture Series represent another pioneering effort to bring sophisticated Italian wines and education to the dedicated collector and aspiring enthusiast. Unlike many typical wine seminars around the country, which treat everyone on one level or are tied to one subject for all, IWM's private tastings focus on personalization and individual service. The fact is not everyone has the same experience, and people's palates and interests vary. IWM is therefore providing customized programs as well as a distinguished list of suggested lecture themes. The lectures and tastings take place in our newly constructed Vintage Room, which provides an intimate setting with its old wines dating back to 1959. Our sommeliers will complement the mood as they provide an in-depth understanding of the wines you and your group taste.

If you are interested in learning more about IWM's Vintage Tasting Room and Lecture Series read on below. Should you wish to purchase from our historic offering of old wines, please contact Perry Porricelli at 212.473.2323 or via e-mail at perry@italianwinemerchant.com.

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Old Wine List: 1990-1987

Rarity, pedigree, and certainty... this is what you can expect from the wines that now line our new Vintage Tasting Room. These historic bottles, which have been transported here from Sergio's cellar, are available to clients of IWM either to add to their cellars or to sample as part of a customized tasting.

1990 Aldo Conterno Barolo Gran Bussia $359.00
1990 Antinori Guado al Tasso $203.00
1990 Antinori Solaia $375.00
1990 Antinori Tignanello $210.00
1990 Argiano Brunello Riserva $369.00 (1.5 L)
1990 Banfi Brunello Poggio all’Oro Ris $189.00
1990 Bartolo Mascarello Barolo $618.18 (1.5 L)
1990 Braida Barbera Ai Suma $349.00 (1.5 L)
1990 Giacosa Barbaresco S. Stefano Ris $340.00
1990 Bruno Giacosa Barolo Falletto Ris $295.00
1990 Castello dei Rampolla Sammarco $189.00
1990 Clerico Barolo Ciabot Mentin Ginestra $210.00
1990 Col d’Orcia Brunello Poggio al Vento $196.00
1990 Conterno Fantino Barolo Sorì Ginestra $189.00
1990 Dal Forno Recioto Monte Lodoletta $328.00
1990 Quintarelli Amarone Riserva $445.00
1990 Quintarelli Bandito $199.95 (375 ml)
1990 Quintarelli Recioto Riserva $328.00
1990 Sandrone Barolo Cannubi Boschis $425.00
1990 Tenuta dell'Ornellaia Ornellaia $325.00
1990 Tenuta San Guido Sassicaia $395.00
1989 Aldo Conterno Barolo Colonello $247.00
1989 Altare Barolo Vigna Arborina $265.00
1989 Bartolo Mascarello Barolo $552.27 (1.5 L)
1989 Gaja Barbaresco $254.00
1989 Gaja Sperss $1,550.00 (5 L)
1989 Pio Cesare Barolo Ornato $219.00
1989 Produttori del Barbaresco Asili $139.00
1989 Sandrone Barolo Cannubi Boschis $380.00
1989 Tenuta dell’Ornellaia Ornellaia $598.00 (3 L)
1989 Tenuta San Guido Sassicaia $295.00
1988 Aldo Conterno Barolo Cicala $195.00
1988 Antinori Solaia $269.00
1988 Antinori Tignanello $169.00
1988 Bartolo Mascarello Barolo $546.77 (1.5 L)
1988 Ceretto Barolo Bricco Asili $169.00
1988 Gaja Sori Tildin Barbaresco $299.00
1988 Gaja Sperss $269.00
1988 Giacomo Conterno Barolo Monfortino $299.00
1988 Montevertine Montevertine Riserva $95.00
1988 Pio Cesare Barolo $129.00
1988 Prunotto Barolo Cannubi $179.00
1988 Tenuta dell’Ornellaia Ornellaia $379.00 (1.5 L)
1988 Tenuta San Guido Sassicaia $620.00 (1.5 L)
1987 Tenuta dell’Ornellaia Ornellaia $322.00 (1.5 L)

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Old Wine List: 1986-1959

Here's a glimpse of our wine list from 1986 - 1959; click below for more vintage wines from IWM.

1986 Antinori Solaia $269.00
1986 Antinori Tignanello $148.00
1986 Bartolo Mascarello Barolo $598.00 (1.5 L)
1986 Castell’in Villa Chianti Riserva $52.84
1986 Tenuta dell’Ornellaia Ornellaia $390.00 (1.5 L)
1986 Tenuta dell’Ornellaia Ornellaia $225.00
1986 Tenuta San Guido Sassicaia $395.00 (1.5 L)
1985 Antinori Solaia $415.00
1985 Antinori Tignanello $219.00
1985 Antinori Tignanello $449.00 (1.5 L)
1985 Gaja Costa Russi $329.00
1985 Gaja Sorì Tildin $398.00
1985 Soldera Brunello Case Basse $429.00
1985 Soldera Brunello Case Basse $825.00 (1.5L)
1983 Cerbaiona Brunello $207.00
1983 Tenuta San Guido Sassicaia $1,100.00 (3 L)
1982 Antinori Solaia $329.00
1982 Antinori Tignanello $195.00
1982 Antinori Tignanello $389.00 (1.5 L)
1982 Gaja Barbaresco $296.00
1982 Tenuta San Guido Sassicaia $549.00
1982 Vietti Barolo Bussia $194.00
1978 Gaja Costa Russi $325.00
1975 Quintarelli Amarone Riserva $425.00
1974 Barbi Brunello Riserva $145.00
1973 Gaja Sorì Tildin $355.00
1971 Castell’in Villa Chianti Riserva $89.25
1967 Bartolo Mascarello Barolo $299.00
1964 Bartolo Mascarello Barolo $926.00 (1.5 L)
1964 Prunotto Barbaresco Montestefano Ris. $189.00
1964 Prunotto Barolo Monforte Alba $165.00
1961 Gaja Barolo $398.00
1959 Antonio Ferrari Solaria Jonica $139.95 (500 ml)

Due to the rarity of these selected wines, availabilty is subject to change. Please contact Perry Porricelli at 212.473.2323 if you are interested in making a purchase or would like to learn more about these vintage gems.

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Vintage Tasting Room

More than five years ago, IWM's landmark efforts to bring quality Italian wine and wine education to NYC resulted in the creation of our very own Studio del Gusto, a state of the art tasting facility designed specifically as a learning laboratory for those seeking to enrich their knowledge of fine Italian wine and culture. The room has now become a staple for IWM clientele for both corporate events and large, private tastings for 15 - 70 people. However, IWM recognizes the need for more intimate and informative tastings that cater to groups of 4 - 6 wine enthusiasts or collectors. As a result, the newly constructed IWM Vintage Tasting Room is on premise and is designed to provide the following:

- Designed for intimate events (4 - 6 people)
- Private tasting room (unique setting & atmosphere)
- Lectures by IWM sommeliers and Portfolio Managers
- Customized program(s)arranged for you, or
- Pick from selected tasting themes (see below)
- Rare Vintage Wine tastings are also available
- Antipasti prepared by Chef Anne Burrell of IWM

The newly constructed Vintage Tasting Room evinces an enchanting European cellar with its open brick bins laden with benchmark vintage bottles from Italy’s obscure wine artisans. The atmosphere of the room is complemented by IWM's own Studio del Gusto, which is fashioned in the tradition of a true Italian enoteca and features both a demonstration kitchen and a working salumeria managed by respected chef and restaurateur Mario Batali. To learn more about our Vintage Tasting Room, please call Brandon Gillespie at 212.473.2323.

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New IWM Lecture Series

Hosts may choose wines for individualized tastings from a number of suggested themes (listed below). Should you desire a specific tasting catered to your individual palate and/or cellar objectives, our Portfolio Managers will work with you to arrange a personalized list.

For the Budding Wine Enthusiast:
- Introduction to Indigenous Varietals
- Italian Vineyard Pairings: Vino e Formaggio

For the Avid Enthusiast:
- Artisanal Producers of the Boot
- Barolo: Traditional vs. Modern Style
- Super Tuscans: Battle for Greatness
- Italy's Noble Reds

For the Dedicated Collector:
- Barolo Vertical: 1996-2000
- Masters of Piemonte
- Cult Wines of the Boot
- Vintage Gems (refer to list above)
- Producer Verticals

Our in-house sommelier(s) will uncork the bottles and provide insight into the selected theme as you and your guests sip the wines in our unique cellar space. Please note this is an authentic cellar room for vintage wines of IWM. The room is designed specifically to store vintage wines at the proper temperature of 54 degrees. As a result, we recommend dressing appropriately for these events. An assortment of cured meats, artisanal cheeses and other antipasti dishes, prepared by our very own Chef Anne Burrell, will be made available to enhance the experience of the Vintage Tasting Room and Lecture. If you are interested in learning more about our new program, please contact Brandon Gillespie at 212.473.2323.

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Bruno Giacosa Comes to Babbo!

Bruno Giacosa Vertical Tasting (Barolo and Barbaresco)

Highlights include:
Special Guests: Bruno and Bruna Giacosa
7-Course Meal prepared by Mario Batali

Description:
Meet Langhe legend Bruno Giacosa, one of the elder statesmen of the Barolo region, when he makes one of his very rare trips to the States and joins us for a vertical tasting of his great Barolos and Barbarescos. Featured bottles will include the 1990 Barolo Falleto Riserva Barolo, as well as the 1990 Santo Stefano Riserva Barbaresco among others.

Accompanied by his daughter, Bruna, and toting a suitcase full of choice vintages from the Giacosa cellars, he’ll be welcomed in grand Piedmontese fashion by the Babbo crew. Never before have we had a guest winemaker at the Vintage Babbo events, and what better way to start than by hosting one of the greatest Italian vintners who ever lived? Expect a menu fit for a Barolo king (including some truffles!) at this unprecedented tasting.

When and Where:
Babbo Restaurant
110 Waverly Place at Corner of Washington Square Park
(Between MacDougal and 6th Avenue)
Monday, November 1st, $495 per person

RSVP:
Caroline Marshall at 917-715-3599

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