Italian Wine between $25 and $50

Do you have a favorite pair of jeans or a favorite dress that you keep in your closet for all occasions? That's the equivalent of this wine. The G.D. Vajra 2021 Barolo Albe is an enormously versatile expression of Nebbiolo,... Read More

Intense and bright garnet-red in color. Fruity aroma enhanced by a lively acidity with notes of leather and graphite evolving over time. Complex in mouth, with polished tannins, evident fruity flavor and firm structure in perfect... Read More

The 2021 Chianti Classico Riserva Villa Antinori is laced with black cherry, plum, new leather, licorice and spice. Ample and expansive in feel, the 2021 is wonderfully generous, not to mention incredibly delicious. Fruit sources... Read More

The 2019 Barolo has a pretty bouquet that is laced with light fruit, licorice and lots of blue flower. On the palate, the wine is mid-weight and lively. This is a nice expression of classic Nebbiolo that shows depth and elegance.... Read More

Made from Corvina and Rondinella grapes from the upper hillside zone of the Valpolicella Classico zone in Italy. Deep garnet, velvety red in color. Aromas of wild-cherry jam, spice, and hints of cedar. On the palate, the wine... Read More

Pale light yellow color. Delicate and complex bouquet with fruity notes that remind of peach, green apple with second notes of acacia and lilac. Fresh and light on the palate, with balanced acidity and body; harmonic with a long... Read More

A fruity and mellow red with dark berries and mild spices on the nose, as well as hints of blood orange and moist earth. Medium-bodied with a juicy, slightly fluid mid-palate and silky tannins. Spiced and mineral on the finish.... Read More

Aromas of stone fruit and spring flowers with a lightly savory, pastry-like complexity. The palate has a smooth, elegant feel and the finish is dry, light, bright and crisp. A neat wine, well-delivered. Drink now.

Darkly alluring, the 2020 Nobile di Montepulciano lifts from the glass with rosemary and sage, complicating dried black cherries and hints of dark chocolate. This is pure elegance, soft and enveloping, flaunting its ripe vintage... Read More

This powerful red is hallmarked by forthcoming aromas of black cherry, blackberry, iron, tar and tobacco. Burly tannins prowl in the background as this unfurls to a long, detailed finish. Balanced in a broad-shouldered way.... Read More

Color: Bright ruby. Nose: The bouquet on the nose is intense, with rich cherry and red berry aromas and leafy undertones. Flavor: On the palate it is silky, balanced, with medium body, refined tanning and a long flavorful finish... Read More

This riserva has a luminous ruby red color. Appealing aromas of dark cherries, plums, sweet spice, violets, vanilla and hints of dark chocolate and menthol emerge on the nose. On the palate, the wine is full-bodied but smooth... Read More

On the nose, complex and persistent aroma with youthful notes of fresh fruit and violets. Light-bodied, harmonious and round on the palate, with flavors of red fruits, black currant and plum.

Amarone is one of Italy’s most prestigious red wines with a unique production method exclusive to the region. The bouquet of Cesari’s flagship wine is marked by cherry and prune aromas and jammy notes. Toasted nuances... Read More

Aromas of scorched earth, leather and tobacco lead the way. The forward, already approachable palate offers blackberry jam, star anise and a confectionary note alongside chewy tannins. Drink through 2027.

The 2019 Brunello di Montalcino opens with a bouquet that blends savory herbs and worn leather with crushed wild berries. It's softly textured and round, with a pretty inner sweetness and juicy red fruits cascading under rosy... Read More

There is a rustic, iron-like, rugged quality to this full-bodied and firmly tannic wine that will mellow somewhat with time. But enjoy it for the balsam, tar and red cherry aromas that lead to a meaty, mineral palate. Best from... Read More

Wild berry, new leather, iris, dark spice and crushed herb aromas carry over to the elegant palate along with juicy Marasca cherry, raspberry, clove and white pepper. Firm fine-grained tannins and bright acidity lend balance and... Read More

Herbal and well-detailed on the nose, the 2020 Barolo boasts a medium ruby hue and opens with notes of fresh rosemary, juniper, cranberries, menthol, and dried roses. Medium-bodied, it’s lifted with bright acidity, fine,... Read More