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Avignonesi Cortona Merlot Desiderio 1998
750ml - Case of 6
Bottle:
$103.35
Intense, deep red in colour, Desiderio 1998 reveals inviting notes of sweet cherries and raspberries, rose petals and...
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Bruno Giacosa Barolo Le Rocche Del Falletto 2003
1.5Ltr - Case of 3
Bottle:
$755.32
The 2003 Barolo Le Rocche del Falletto is a fascinating wine. It is classic Giacosa, with a lovely core of sweet...
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Bruno Rocca Barbaresco Rabaja 1998
750ml - Case of 6
Bottle:
$120.28
Deep garnet red in color with notes of violet flowers, raspberry and cherry. The palate is warm and elegant with a so...
750ml - Case of 6
Bottle:
$59.45
A well proportioned, elegant body, dark berry, fresh spice flavors, intense, smooth taste.
Food pairing: Great...
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Ceretto Barbaresco Asili 1998
750ml - Case of 6
Bottle:
$98.95
The glorious, dark plum/garnet-colored 1998 Barbaresco Asij offers a complex nose of earth, truffles, cherry liqueur,...
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Conterno Fantino Barolo Vigna Sori Ginestra 2003
750ml - Case of 6
Bottle:
$114.51
Menthol, pine, sweet tobacco and incense are some of the many notes that take shape in the 2003 Barolo Sorì...
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Gaja Barbaresco 1998
750ml - Case of 12
Bottle:
$258.95
Subtle and perfumed, with rose, raspberry and strawberry. Full-bodied, with very silky tannins and a long finish....
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Gaja Barbaresco Sori San Lorenzo 2003
750ml - Case of 6
Bottle:
$366.95
Vintages of this wine between 1996 and 2011 are labelled Langhe Sori San Lorenzo.
750ml - Case of 6
Bottle:
$143.95
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La Spinetta Barolo Campe 2003
750ml - Case of 6
Bottle:
$163.95
Shows aromas of flowers and berries, with hints of vanilla and a touch of rosebud. Full-bodied and very concentrated,...
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La Spinetta Pin Monferrato Rosso 1998
750ml - Case of 6
Bottle:
$58.72
Saturated bright ruby. Multidimensional nose of cassis, blackberry, raspberry, violet, espresso, mint and spicy oak....
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La Spinetta Pin Monferrato Rosso 1998
750ml - Case of 12
Bottle:
$57.85
Saturated bright ruby. Multidimensional nose of cassis, blackberry, raspberry, violet, espresso, mint and spicy oak....
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La Spinetta Sassontino IGT 2003
750ml - Case of 12
Bottle:
$258.60
A single-vineyard blend of 95% Sangiovese and 5% Colorino from Casanova, Terricciola, aged in new, medium-toasted...
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Le Macchiole Toscana Scrio 2003
750ml - Case of 3
Bottle:
$249.45
The 2003 Scrio (100% Syrah) is another terrific effort from Le Macchiole. Packed with clove, cinnamon, sweet dark...
1998 2003 Germany Italy 1.5Ltr 750ml
As in many Old World countries, the rise of viticulture in Germany came about as a result of the Roman Empire, who saw the potential for vine cultivation in the vast flatlands around the base of the Rhine valley. Indeed, for over a thousand years, Germany's wine production levels were enormous, with much of the south of the country being used more or less exclusively for growing grapes. Over time, this diminished to make way for expanding cities and other types of industries, but Southern Germany remains very much an important wine region within Europe, with many beautifully balanced and flavorful German wines being prized by locals and international wine lovers alike. The hills around Baden-Baden and Mannheim are especially noteworthy, as these produce the high end of the characteristic semi-sweet white wines which couple so perfectly with German cheeses and pickled vegetables. However, all of Germany's wine producing regions have something special and unique to offer, and are a joy to explore and experience.
There are few countries in the world with a viticultural history as long or as illustrious as that claimed by Italy. Grapes were first being grown and cultivated on Italian soil several thousand years ago by the Greeks and the Pheonicians, who named Italy 'Oenotria' – the land of wines – so impressed were they with the climate and the suitability of the soil for wine production. Of course, it was the rise of the Roman Empire which had the most lasting influence on wine production in Italy, and their influence can still be felt today, as much of the riches of the empire came about through their enthusiasm for producing wines and exporting it to neighbouring countries. Since those times, a vast amount of Italian land has remained primarily for vine cultivation, and thousands of wineries can be found throughout the entire length and breadth of this beautiful country, drenched in Mediterranean sunshine and benefiting from the excellent fertile soils found there. Italy remains very much a 'land of wines', and one could not imagine this country, its landscape and culture, without it.