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Nani Rizzi Prosecco Valdobbiadene Brut
Origin: Italy
Retail: $26.95 | Sale: $24.25
This straw-yellow sparkler, streaked with green highlights, catches the eye before its fine, elegant bubbles even touch the glass. On the nose, it opens with a vivid bouquet of orchard blossoms and ripe fruit, layered over a delicate hint of freshly baked bread crust. On the palate, it's dry and medium bodied, with bright acidity that lifts its creamy texture, creating a balanced and lingering finish that invites another sip. A polished and expressive pour from start to finish. 100% Glera
Tenute Casaletti Trevenezie Rosé
Origin: Italy
Retail: $20.95 | Sale: $18.85
This pale pink wine charms from the first glance, its soft hue hinting at the elegance to come. The nose is vivid and expressive, bursting with notes of fresh red berries, sun-ripened strawberries, and the gentle perfume of rose petals. On the palate, it’s pleasantly fresh and sapid, with a lively acidity that adds energy without overwhelming. Each sip is balanced and harmonious, unfolding with a soft, clean finish that lingers just long enough to invite another. It’s a graceful and refreshing rosé that captures the brightness of a summer afternoon. Corvina, Corvinone & Rondinella
Cantine Antonio Mazzella Piedirosso "Per e Palumm"
Origin: Italy
Retail: $35.95 | Sale: $32.35
This intense ruby red wine immediately commands attention with its deep, vibrant color. On the nose, it offers a distinctive violet aroma that is both floral and subtly earthy. The palate is dry and structured, with firm, well-integrated tannins that add depth while allowing the fruit to shine. The balance is confident and measured, with the floral notes lingering gently through the finish. Elegant in its simplicity, this is a wine that speaks with clarity and purpose. 100% Piedirosso
Vinicola Tola Lavinaro Riserva
Origin: Italy
Retail: $21.95 | Sale: $19.75
This wine pours a deep ruby red with subtle purplish reflections that hint at its richness. The nose is generous and layered, opening with ripe red fruit and unfolding into notes of sweet spice and cocoa. These aromas carry seamlessly onto the palate, where the wine reveals a dense, warm character. The tannins are pronounced yet refined, giving structure without overshadowing the wine’s expressive depth. A cool menthol note emerges on the finish, adding lift and balance to an otherwise rich and textured experience. It’s a bold and elegant wine with lasting presence. 100% Syrah