Jay Kline

9.6

Popped and poured; due to the setting, this was enjoyed over the course of an hour but I would have really preferred to have taken my time with this. I had my first experience with the 2021 Barbaresco’s from Cigliuti last December when I enjoyed the Serraboella. I found that wine to be stunning. As one could probably imagine, I was therefore, really excited to try “Vie Erte” which is sourced from the family’s modest (only a few acres) holdings in the Bricco di Neive MGA. To my palate, this takes things to another level.

The 2021 “Vie Erte” pours a beautiful ruby color with a brilliant, transparent core; medium+ viscosity with no staining of the tears. On the nose, the wine is developing with sensational notes Morello cherry, strawberry, stone fruits, pink roses, talcum powder, camphor, sub-Alpine herbs, exotic Eastern spices, dry gravelly earth and minerals. On the palate, the wine is bone dry with high tannin and medium+ acid. Confirming the notes from the nose. The finish lasts for minutes. This is a drop dead gorgeous Barbaresco. The nose alone is enough to send me to Elysium. There’s impeccable balance. Possibly the best Barbaresco I’ve ever had. Drink now through 2061+. — 16 days ago

Juan Cerda

9.4

Sweet plum and loam soda — 6 months ago

Adriana Fabbro

9.3

Business in the front, party in the back Friulan style. Intense aromatics of sage, beeswax, kiwi, fennel pollen, yellow blossom, honeydew, hay. On the palate, a little peach Bellini action (ripe peach yet never sweet). Really complex, lovely wine. Needs San Danielle prosciutto to make it super special. — 2 years ago

Benjamin Jarzombek

9.3

This is what a lambrusco should be for me: juicy, velvety bubbles, a little dryness to keep you coming back for more. Drank before heading out to dinner only slightly chilled for an hour. Will be buying some more of this for my rack. — 3 months ago

Scott@Mister A’s-San Diego

9.1

2021 vintage. Some evident, dark and fruity weight in the effort with an excellent, dry structural outline. This can go for a spell. Nice value. 05.14.25. — 5 months ago

Scott@Mister A’s-San Diego

9.3

2020 vintage. Excellent concentration. Medium body with a lengthy, deliciously dry, finish. Looking to taste through the rest of this producer's offerings. This particular wine a little pricey and won't be able to move it but really enjoyed. 04.09.25. — 7 months ago

Kaito Kikuchi

9.1

Pleasant easy drink, hints of green apple juice — 2 years ago

Sam Maniar

9.1

Very nice fruity flavors. Could use a little time to develop and smooth out. — 4 months ago

Freddy R. Troya

9.0

2022 Bellini Bianco Toscano IGT
Tuscany, Italy 🇮🇹

“Nice & Easy” says it all. This is your go-to everyday white—simple, soft, and effortlessly enjoyable. It offers gentle floral aromas (think acacia blossoms) and a light fruity character that keeps things fresh without trying too hard.

The mouthfeel is smooth, with just enough flavor to make you reach for another sip, and a clean, easy finish. Not too dry, not too sweet—just right.

Perfect for casual get-togethers, weekday dinners, or as a cheerful bottle to gift anytime, anywhere. Cheers to simplicity! 🥂✨ — 5 months ago

Amy

8.9

dfp ~$35, v rich tannic mid body, blackberry — 7 months ago