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Tommasi De Buris Amarone Riserva 2011

Valpolicella Classico Superiore

June 22, 2026 - De Buris is the fourth generation of the Tommasi family's most personal expression of the Valpolicella Classica. An Amarone Riserva sourced from the La Groletta cru, it is led by Giancarlo Tommasi and built on the full weight of the family's winemaking knowledge. Unhurried in every step, from selection and drying through extended aging, De Buris is a wine that honors the tradition of the territory while reflecting the ambitions of a new generation.

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Vinous - September 01, 2025 "Darker and richer than the 2013 placed beside it, the 2011 Amarone della Valpolicella de Buris smolders with depths of crushed black cherries, cocoa powder, blood orange and sweet pipe…

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Wine Spectator - March 22, 2023

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James Suckling - August 11, 2022

Tommasi De Buris Amarone Riserva 2010

Valpolicella Classico Superiore

June 22, 2026 - De Buris is the fourth generation of the Tommasi family's most personal expression of the Valpolicella Classica. An Amarone Riserva sourced from the La Groletta cru, it is led by Giancarlo Tommasi and built on the full weight of the family's winemaking knowledge. Unhurried in every step, from selection and drying through extended aging, De Buris is a wine that honors the tradition of the territory while reflecting the ambitions of a new generation.

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Vinous - April 15, 2022

Paternoster Synthesi Aglianico del Vulture 2020

Aglianico del Vulture

June 20, 2026 - Paternoster Synthesi Aglianico del Vulture is a youthful expression of Aglianico from various sections of the Vulture region. True to its name, "Synthesi" synthesizes the essence of this volcanic terroir, offering an accessible, well-priced introduction to the grape. Made entirely from Aglianico, it highlights the rich volcanic soils of the area, delivering vibrant fruit and mineral complexity. As a reflection of its origins, it captures the distinctive character of Mount Vulture, making it an excellent entry point for those seeking to explore Aglianico.

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Vinous - May 29, 2024 "The 2020 Aglianico del Vulture Synthesi is dark and rich in the glass, with mentholated herbs giving way to plum sauce, medicinal black cherries, hints of undergrowth and dark chocolate.…

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James Suckling - June 10, 2024 "A tight and intense rendering of aglianico, with a bead of red fruit embellished with savory and spicy licorice notes that give the effect of restrained complexity. Medium-bodied with the…

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Wine Spectator - November 15, 2025 "A lively, peppery red, with lightly chewy tannins enmeshed in a core of red and black cherry fruit and wild rosemary flavors. An underpinning of ashy mineral pushes through and…

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Wine Enthusiast - December 31, 2025 "The nose offers aromas of pomegranate syrup, black plum, black cherry, leather and chili pepper, while the palate brings more sweet, dark fruits, herbs and spices, but also a metallic…

Tommasi Rafaèl Valpolicella Classico Superiore 2021

Valpolicella Classico Superiore

June 19, 2026 - Tommasi Rafaèl Valpolicella Classico Superiore comes from the historic Rafaèl vineyard on Monte Masua, the first plot purchased by the Tommasi family. A blend of Corvina, Rondinella, and Molinara, the wine ages 15 months in large Slavonian oak casks, enhancing its natural elegance and balance. Aromas of dried spices, leather, and cherry lead to intense, spicy-sweet flavors framed by vibrant acidity. Rafaèl is a classic and expressive Valpolicella, perfect with cured meats, cheeses, or simple pasta dishes, showcasing the Tommasi family’s deep roots in the region.

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Vinous - February 29, 2024 "Wonderfully fresh, with a perfumed blend of dried roses, violets and chalk dust giving way to wild blueberries. This sweeps across the palate, lifted and refined, with silky textures and…

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Wine Spectator - October 13, 2023

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James Suckling - April 05, 2024

Tommasi Ripasso Valpolicella 2020

Valpolicella Classico Superiore

June 19, 2026 - Tommasi’s Ripasso Valpolicella is crafted by refermenting fresh Valpolicella wine on the warm Amarone grape skins, a traditional method that gives the wine greater richness and depth. Sourced from top vineyards including Conca d’Oro, La Groletta, and De Buris, it blends Corvina, Rondinella, and Corvinone. The result is a vibrant, spicy red with notes of black pepper, raisin, and sweet red cherry, balanced by lively acidity. Tommasi’s dedication to tradition and quality makes this a standout expression of classic Valpolicella.

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Vinous - February 29, 2024 "Opens with a rich blend of autumnal spices and dried black cherries, complemented by a dusting of cocoa. This smooths over the palate with glycerol textures and ultra-ripe wild berry…

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James Suckling - November 16, 2023

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Wine Spectator - February 29, 2024 "A bright, medium-bodied red, with floral and spice notes accenting macerated cherry and strawberry fruit flavors. Well-meshed, with light, taut tannins and accents of red licorice, smoke and dried herbs…

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