the connoisseur’s choice in Baltimore when Baltimore was America’s Madeira capital
intertwined with hints of cracked pepper and a touch of smoked earth
pure and bottomless at the core
this Barolo exemplifies the potential of Nebbiolo when grown in the prestigious Monvigliero vineyard
age-worthy standout from one of Italy’s most underrated regions
Riecine, Chianti Classico, 2023 SPAINCOUNT0821 the connoisseur’s choice in BaltimorePioneering Chianti Classico founded in 1971 by English visionary John Dunkleyone of the first foreigners to establish an estate in the region. Over 50 years later, Riecine remains fiercely independent: 100% organic and biodynamic, 100% Sangiovese, spontaneous fermentation in concrete vats, no fining or filtration. The wines define "authentic Chianti Classico" from Gaiole terroir. Alessandro Campatelli, long time oenologist, became owner in