The name Cielo e Terra (literally Sky and Land, or Heaven and Earth) recreates a perfect marriage, where Heaven is represented by the family of the same name and the Land is identified with the expert hands of the winegrower partners working in the vineyards that yield these wines.
Following Venetian tradition to import opulent southern Italian wines to enrich the Northern style blends, this master winemaker’s expertise was applied to an amazing territory, Apulia, the so-called Italian “heel”.
The name Cielo e Terra (literally Sky and Land, or Heaven and Earth) recreates a perfect marriage, where Heaven is represented by the family of the same name and the Land is identified with the expert hands of the winegrower partners working in the vineyards that yield these wines.
Following Venetian tradition to import opulent southern Italian wines to enrich the Northern style blends, this master winemaker’s expertise was applied to an amazing territory, Apulia, the so-called Italian “heel”.
Gravelly Ford wines originate from select vineyards in some of California’s most acclaimed wine-growing regions. These ideally situated, cool-climate vineyards foster slow, even ripening of the grapes, enabling to produce outstanding wines with an ideal balance of rich, ripe fruit flavors and crisp acidity.
Gravelly Ford Cabernet Sauvignon is a rich, red wine with delicious aromas and juicy flavors of cherry, blackcurrant and raspberry. Balanced with accents of vanilla and toasted oak for a soft, easy-drinking finish.
Gravelly Ford wines originate from select vineyards in some of California’s most acclaimed wine-growing regions. These ideally situated, cool-climate vineyards foster slow, even ripening of the grapes, enabling to produce outstanding wines with an ideal balance of rich, ripe fruit flavors and crisp acidity.
Gravelly Ford Chardonnay is a blend of premium Chardonnay grapes grown in some of California’s finest vineyards, including the Clarksburg and Central Coast regions.
Gravelly Ford wines originate from select vineyards in some of California’s most acclaimed wine-growing regions. These ideally situated, cool-climate vineyards foster slow, even ripening of the grapes, enabling to produce outstanding wines with an ideal balance of rich, ripe fruit flavors and crisp acidity.
Gravelly Ford Pinot Noir is a blend of premium Pinot Noir grapes grown in some of California’s finest vineyards, including the Clarksburg and Monterey regions.
The Count Degenfeld family revived its vineyard in Hegyalja in 1994, based on a tradition of more than one hundred and fifty years.
The 100 hectare estate, is set on the Tarcal Terézia Hill, the Mézesmál dűlő near Mád, and on the edge of Mezőzombor. These vineyards belong to the best grape-growing areas in the whole of Tokaj-Hegyalja.
A true curiosity. The essence of Tokaj wine region in one small bottle. This vintage raised excellent quality, concentrated aszú berries. These wine specialties is extremely rare, they can born in very few vintages and only a very small quantity. The number of bottles produced is 599.
“Haut” (High) because this nectar has a high quality; “Charmes” (Charms) because it is difficult not to fall under the charm of this wines golden this Sauternes. The micro-climate of the Ciron valley has a major role in its elaboration, to confer a very special character to the wine. Indeed, thanks to the climate, the “botrytis cinerea” appears on the grapes and concentrates the sugar while the acidity decreases. The attention brought to the winemaking and the ageing is the reason of the existence of this exceptional wine.
L’Elisir D’Amore is an Italian 19th century opera buffa by Gaetano Donizetti. It tells the story of the charlatan pharmacist Dulcamara whose “love filter”, in truth a bottle of Bordeaux, helps Nemorino conquer the heart of the beautiful Adina despite Belcore’s interference. A complex tale of ploys and passion, with the sweet tones of love and the bitter taste of jealousy – it offers a representation of wine as a powerful love filter that is fitting with the charming wisely-balanced intensity of I Giusti & Zanza wines.
Dulcamara was the very first Giusti & Zanza label. In its first vintage, 1996, only 3000 bottles were produced – at the time, it was the entirety of the winery’s production. Dulcamara is a classic Super Tuscan composed mainly of Cabernet Sauvignon. In some favourable vintages it is aided by a share of Cabernet Franc, for a total of 60 to 70% of Cabernet. The blend is completed by Merlot and eventually a small amount of Petit Verdot, like it was in this 2013 vintage.
The agricultural conduction is organic and biodynamic in the vineyards.
L’Elisir D’Amore is an Italian 19th century opera buffa by Gaetano Donizetti. It tells the story of the charlatan pharmacist Dulcamara whose “love filter”, in truth a bottle of Bordeaux, helps Nemorino conquer the heart of the beautiful Adina despite Belcore’s interference. A complex tale of ploys and passion, with the sweet tones of love and the bitter taste of jealousy – it offers a representation of wine as a powerful love filter that is fitting with the charming wisely-balanced intensity of I Giusti & Zanza wines.
The Red Nemorino’s composition varies slightly from vintage to vintage. It is primarily composed of Syrah (about 60%), with additions of Merlot and Sangiovese, as well as small shares of Alicante, according to the vintage.
The agricultural conduction is organic and biodynamic in the vineyards.
The name “iLauri” stems from the ancient roots of our birth place, Loreto Aprutino, once covered in Laurus nobilis, or laurel trees.
The Spanish influence in Italy and European Baroque culture during the 16th century cannot be denied. The Abruzzo region, as most of Southern Italy had intense ties from a political, cultural, religious, economic and social point of view. The Avalos family moved to Italy and developed centers of cultural excellence that rivaled the Medici family.
Pecorino, a white grape once thought lost to the world is a must-try for those that believe Trebbiano is the only white wine in the Abruzzi. A sumptuous full-bodied white that flows with compelling flavors of white pulp, apricots and lychees.
Eco-compatible farming methods. 100% produced with clean and renewable wind-generated energy of sustainability.
The name “iLauri” stems from the ancient roots of our birth place, Loreto Aprutino, once covered in Laurus nobilis, or laurel trees.
The name Bajo (Bay) given to the town’s most important street comes from the hair color of some horses. Bay is one of the most common coat colors in many horse breeds.
I Lauri conceives this precious Montepulciano with each new harvest; a wine with a name rooted in the territory it belongs to.
The name “iLauri” stems from the ancient roots of our birth place, Loreto Aprutino, once covered in Laurus nobilis, or laurel trees.
Chardonnay was introduced into the Abruzzi at the end of the nineteenth century and was immediately successful in terms of quality. Today, it is recognized as one of its most popular varietals.
Julia is a delicious declaration of love, appreciation and respect to a daughter for her role as inspiration or muse.
Eco-compatible farming methods. 100% produced with clean and renewable wind-generated energy of sustainability.
The name “iLauri” stems from the ancient roots of our birth place, Loreto Aprutino, once covered in Laurus nobilis, or laurel trees.
The origins of this ancient variety are unknown, yet its presence is documented in Central Italy. The name “Passerina” stems from the Italian word for sparrow “Passero”, in reference to the bird’s appetite for the ripe grapes of this variety. Today, it is one of Abruzzo’s most promising varietals. Neola, or “the Young One” is I Lauri’s latest addition.
Eco-compatible farming methods. 100% produced with clean and renewable wind-generated energy of sustainability.
The name “iLauri” stems from the ancient roots of our birth place, Loreto Aprutino, once covered in Laurus nobilis, or laurel trees.
The name of this wine stems from the ancient form of construction typical in pastoral communities of Abruzzo.
The vineyard extends for 4 hectares at an altitude of 300 meters above sea level and is vinified separately in outstanding vintages in order to maintain its exceptional characteristics.
Eco-compatible farming methods. 100% produced with clean and renewable wind-generated energy of sustainability.
The name “iLauri” stems from the ancient roots of our birth place, Loreto Aprutino, once covered in Laurus nobilis, or laurel trees.
Select vineyards on the Southern coast of Abruzzo with stony and calcareous soil are carefully managed to produce this classic wine. Following its temperature controlled vinification in stainless steel, the wine is aged for three months in large Slovenian oak barrels and ends its cycle with a short bottle rest. This vibrant red from Abruzzo displays a violet color and an intense bouquet of ripe red fruit, finely framed with spices.
Eco-compatible farming methods. 100% produced with clean and renewable wind-generated energy of sustainability.
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