Italian Wines Off the Beaten Path

Today's Newsletter is a fun, fascinating, and enlightening deep dive into the many facets of Italy's wine culture that we don't often see. Our long-time Italian buyer Greg St. Clair has spent decades traversing the country in search of the very best under-the-radar finds, and he's curated a can't-miss selection of his current favorites all in one place.

While Italy has always been (and will always be) acclaimed for its regal reds, the country's staggering number of indigenous varietals presents boundless opportunities for exploration and discovery, and Greg highlights three of his go-to all-stars below. There's no shortage of spectacular finds in the white wine domain, either. We've gathered three of the most outstanding producers in our portfolio to highlight what true white wine excellence looks like these days, and they all happen to offer jaw-dropping value in addition to mesmerizing style and substance. Our direct-import stable is where it's at, and today we're showcasing a must-know Sangiovese superstar with the wines of Montalcino's Sesta di Sopra. If you haven't yet discovered this dynamic, family-run estate, now is the time. Barolo and Barbaresco are the king and queen of Italian wine, but the Nebbiolo varietal has incredible range beyond these majestic icons. Today you'll find the very best buys in a line-up of approachable and affordable offerings from some of the top estates in Piedmont. Finally, it just wouldn't be Italy without a look at the crème de la crème of age-worthy gems. We've selected a handful of unparalleled, coveted collectibles, including names like Conterno and Biondi Santi, in a one-stop opportunity for the most avid Italy fanatics to round out their collections with the best that the wine world has to offer.