From
Amarone to Recioto
1990 Bandito (375ml) $195.50
1990 Bandito (750ml) $378.12
First made as an accident, the white sweet
wine made in the passito method from botrytis-affected
grapes (Garganega, Trebbiano, Saorin),
has only been released a few times during
his
lifetime. The rare gem is only created
in great vintages and then "banished" for
a decade or so before making an appearance
on our shelves!
1996 Alzero $340.00
This predominately raisined Cabernet Franc
is produced from old vines and made with
the same method as Amarone (appassimento)
and is Port-like in its richness, density
and alcohol. It is born from grapes of
Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon,
with one minimal part of Merlot, withered
for 5-6 months.
1995 Amarone $245.00
A repeat performance from another great vintage
in the Veneto. This collectors wine comes
primarily from the indigenous Corvina,
as well as Rondinella and a small percentage
of Molinara with traces of Cabernet, Sangiovese,
and Nebbiolo. A truly stunning wine with
great potential for long-term aging.
Note: These particular bottlings of the
Alzero and Amarone are the last barrel selections
of this vintage - which Giuseppe, himself,
regards as his best!
1996 Rosso del Bepi $104.67
Only the second release (’94 being
its first) of this young Amarone. Forward,
delicious and already becoming a cellar addition
for many collectors!
1996 Ca del Merlo $60.21
1997 Valpolicella $62.33
These wines are identical in grape composition
and are made through the ripasso method.
One difference is the Ca del Merlo (not to
be confused with Merlot) is aged longer in
large wood vessels and comes from a single
hilltop vineyard.
2001 Primofiore $39.67
More exceptional use of the Veneto trio;
Corvina, Rodinella, and Molinara. 'Primofiore'
here meaning first press, receives treatment
from the fresh Amarone to provide rich
flavors of cherry, olives, spices, and
oak - to be consumed young.
2002 Bianco Secco $29.17
The master of red makes a stunning white
as well, showing deft balance on the floral
nose and in the brisk, but full palate.
Finishes with a seductive hint of honey.
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