Ponzi Vineyards Laurelwood Chardonnay 2022
Laurelwood District
December 09, 2025 - Situated along the Northern ridge of the Chehalem Mountains, the Laurelwood District boasts ancient soils of fractured basalt layered over with a fine, windblown sediment called loess. A decade-long effort by the Ponzis, alongside their neighbors, has resulted in the recognition of Oregon’s first soil-based AVA, the Laurelwood District.
James Suckling - December 10, 2024 "A supple mouthfeel, great balance and delicious tree fruit give this wine good generosity and appealing elegance. Crisp green apples, ripe Anjou pears, hints of toast and lemon zest on…
Wine Advocate - July 03, 2024
Jeb Dunnuck - August 12, 2024 "A bright medium yellow color, the 2022 Chardonnay Laurelwood comes from the Laurelwood District and offers notes of salted melon, fresh apples, savory toast, and wet pavement. Approachable and midweight,…
Paternoster Synthesi Aglianico del Vulture 2020
Aglianico del Vulture
December 09, 2025 - 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.
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…
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…
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…
Paternoster Don Anselmo Aglianico del Vulture 2018
Aglianico del Vulture
December 09, 2025 - Don Anselmo is a landmark wine made from 100% Aglianico grapes, the native varietal in Basilicata for which the region is renowned. It is dedicated to the winery’s founder, Anselmo Paternoster, and represents the history, roots, and continued importance of the Paternoster family in the area of production of the wines, Vulture. The grapes come from small and particularly old vineyard parcels in Barile, located at 2000 feet above sea level, with naturally low yields (35- 40 quintals per hectare). The soil is volcanic, with a significant levels of lava and ash.
Masciarelli Villa Gemma Montepulciano d’Abruzzo Riserva 2018
Montepulciano d'Abruzzo
December 09, 2025 - Villa Gemma is the wine that announced Abruzzo to the world, showcasing what the region and grapes of Abruzzo could produce. Villa Gemma Montepulciano Riserva is the only Italian wine with 14 consecutive Tre Bicchieri awards and, more importantly, was the wine that established Abruzzo as capable of making truly distinct, extraordinary wines. Villa Gemma Montepulciano Riserva is a powerfully – almost undeniably – intense wine of character and complexity.
Wine Spectator - August 19, 2024 "This sleek red is dark and deep, but overall fresh and well-balanced on the palate, integrating a rich profile of black cherry coulis, fig cake, melted licorice and cocoa powder…
Tommasi Rafaèl Valpolicella Classico Superiore 2022
Valpolicella Classico Superiore DOC
December 09, 2025 - This Valpolicella comes from the historical Tommasi family vineyard of the same name. Perfectly situated on one of the region’s most famous hills, Monte Masua, it produces what may be the best grapes for the production of Valpolicella Classico Superiore.
James Suckling - February 27, 2025 "A restrained wine with black pepper, spice, red cherry and herb aromas. Light- to medium-bodied, it shows a leafy touch to the flavors, with firm, chalky tannins and a juicy…
