Natasha Langton

9.1

A gift from Malin. So much vanilla it tastes like a red and white chupa chup lollipop 🍭 and in a very good way. Hints of orange peel. Smooth but with a dry finish. — 2 months ago

Dimitris Karyamis

10

One of the best Sauv. Blanc. Really recommend, great value for money! — 5 months ago

Tom Kobylarz

9.3

Ruby red, classic nose of dusty red cherry, red raspberry, tobacco, spice, wild flowers, fresh mineral notes. Palate of subtle tannins, fresh acidity, med+ intensity, long, sneaky finish. Lovely stuff!
— 10 months ago

Guthrie Raimondo

9.1

Great fruit, with some nice earthy notes — 5 years ago

Michelle Berryman

8.9

Fruity at the front — 5 years ago

Michael "Bucky" Buckelew

Sommelier Ristorante del Lago at The Broadmoor Hotel, Colorado Springs

9.4

Absolute top-tier Chianti Classico — 6 years ago

Torrey Ikeda

9.6

Fruity and smooth. — 6 years ago

"Odedi"

9.1

Deep purple in color with a purplish rim.

Strong nose of black fruits with oak, earth and chocolate notes.

Full bodied and soft, with medium acidity.

Dry on the palate with black cherries, black plums, currants, oak, licorice, earth, light vegetables, herbs, dark chocolates and peppercorn.

Medium on the finish with fine grained tannins and tangy raspberries.

This young Syrah from Red Mountain is starting to drink very nicely. Rich, elegant and fruit forward. Complex with a soft mouthfeel.

Needs a few years in the bottle to mature properly, and will continue to age nicely in the next 10 years. Would be nice to revisit it in 5 years and see how it evolves.

This Single Vineyard Syrah is powerful, yet elegant. Soft, spicy and smooth. Good by itself or with food.

100% Syrah grapes were aged in (50% new) French and American Oak barrels for 18 months. Unfiltered and Biodynamic. A tiny production of less than 1,500 bottles.

13.5% alcohol by volume.

91 points. — 2 months ago

Sam Friedland

8.9

Matured Chianti, some sweetness, restrained tannins. Went well with home made pizza — 4 months ago

Mike Miller

8.9

Easy drinking very approachable. Perfect with casual polenta and roasted eggplant. — 2 years ago

with Anne

Justin Farrar

9.4

Dang! Hope you like oak — 5 years ago

Nik Kannan

9.2

What a great find! Received the 2000 vintage bottle via an exchange in the Bay Area & couldn’t be more thrilled. Usually a North snob, this Product of the Boudreaux region is simply a treat. Not too many in the states left where I shop, so I was able to savior this special number 🙏🌎 — 6 years ago

Anthony Kluska

9.0

More blue fruit then most d'asti but still slate stone. — 6 years ago

Rick K

9.1

Very crisp Fiano. Floral, bright, minerally. — 8 years ago

Freddy R. Troya

9.0

Villa Sparina, Gavi 2023
Piedmont, Italy 🇮🇹

Overview
Made from 100% Cortese grapes, Villa Sparina is one of the benchmarks of the Gavi DOCG. Known for its amphora-shaped bottle and consistent quality, this estate showcases the elegance of Piedmont’s flagship white wine.

Gavi DOCG is the crown jewel of Cortese, recognized as one of Italy’s most important white appellations—celebrated for its mineral-driven freshness and ability to rival more famous whites from Burgundy or Loire.

Aromas & Flavors
Fresh, crisp aromas of white peach, green apple, and citrus zest, with delicate hints of almond and wildflowers. On the palate, it’s lively and precise, offering citrus and orchard fruit layered with a touch of minerality and a subtle saline note.

Mouthfeel
Light to medium-bodied with bright acidity and a clean, elegant finish. Refreshing, harmonious, and very approachable—everything you want in a classic Gavi.

Winemaking Notes
Hand-harvested Cortese, fermented in stainless steel to preserve freshness and purity. Minimal oak influence ensures the varietal character shines through.

Food Pairing
Perfect with grilled fish, seafood risotto, or a classic Caprese salad. Also a wonderful aperitif thanks to its crisp, mouthwatering finish.

Verdict
A benchmark Gavi—zesty, mineral, and impeccably balanced. Villa Sparina continues to set the standard for what Cortese can deliver: elegance and everyday drinkability with a touch of Italian charm. — 3 months ago

Jess

9.1

Pale lemon color.
Aromas of melon, floral.
Dry. Flavors of melon, pear, orange blossom, lemon.

Intensity: 4/5
Complexity: 2/5
Balance: 5/5
Finish: 4/5 — 8 months ago

Pooneet K

9.0

Quite a nice listan negro dominated blend from the Canary Islands. Great restrained fruit, excellent peppery earthy note, not overwhelming at all but complete. Good pairing with a variety of food at shukette. — 3 years ago

John Mascarenhas

9.2

Nothing but love for this wine — 5 years ago

Lori Fliss

9.2

For the age and price it’s very good. — 6 years ago

Natalia Lugo

8.9

@Juliana Padilla 🤗 — 7 years ago