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Castello di Gabbiano Dark Knight – A Super Tuscan to the Rescue

September 26, 2017

Fit for a superhero (or nobility), the silky, smooth and sweet Castello di Gabbiano Dark Knight. 50% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% … Read more

Tiamo Organic Wines in a Can – The Complete Package

August 25, 2017

The Tiamo Organic White and Rosé wines in a can, from Italy with love… 100% Organic Grillo from Sicily and … Read more

Get To Know Nero d’Avola – Mandrarossa Nero d’Avola Costa Dune

August 7, 2017

Exploring the signature variety of Sicily with the Mandrarossa Nero d’Avola Costa Dune. 100% Nero d’Avola from Sicily, Italy. The … Read more

Piccini Memoro Rosso – Smooth and Sweet

August 4, 2017

The Piccini Memoro Rosso, an unusual but extremely tasty blend of varieties, regions and vintages. 40% Primitivo from Puglia, 30% … Read more

Recit Roero Arneis – A Smooth, Subtle Italian

July 8, 2017

Showcasing a white grape from Piedmont today with the Recit Roero Arneis! 100% Arneis from Roero DOCG in Piemonte, Italy. … Read more

Rinforzo Salento Primitivo – Luxurious

June 3, 2017

The softer, sweeter side of Primitivo, the Rinforzo Salento Primitivo. 100% Primitivo from Salento, Puglia, Italy. The grapes are dried … Read more

12 e mezzo Primitivo del Salento – Rich and Luscious

April 28, 2017

The 12 e mezzo Primitivo del Salento, an Italian version of a big, tasty Zinfandel. Primitivo from the province of … Read more

Ricossa Antica Casa Piemonte Barbera Appassimento – One-of-a-Kind!

February 28, 2017

Barbera like you’ve never had it before, the Ricossa Antica Casa Piemonte Barbera Appassimento. 100% Barbera from Piedmont Italy. This … Read more

Fantini Farnese Montepulciano d’Abruzzo – Pleasant and Easy

December 22, 2016

The deceptively simple and extremely charming Fantini Farnese Montepulciano d’Abruzzo. 100% Montepulciano d’Abruzzo from 10-20 year old vines in the … Read more

Luiano Chianti Classico – Lip-Smackingly Good

October 14, 2016

The smooth, ripe and tart Luiano Chianti Classico. 90% Sangiovese, 5% Merlot and 5% Cabernet Sauvignon from Tuscany, Italy. The … Read more

The White Knight Prosecco – Refreshment to the Rescue

September 17, 2016

The White Knight Prosecco, a crisp and clean sparkling wine value. Doc Spumante Brut Prosecco made from 100% Glera in … Read more

Rosa dell’Olmo Barbera d’Asti – A Darn Good Wine For The Price

June 24, 2016

The Rosa dell’Olmo Barbera d’Asti, our next Trader Joe’s Top Pick and a fabulous pizza wine. Barbera from Barbera d’Asti, … Read more

Barreri & Rovati Barbaresco Riserva – Big Time On A Budget

June 17, 2016

The Barreri & Rovati Barbaresco Riserva, a rare find under $20! Our next Trader Joe’s Top Pick. UPDATE 1/16/2021: This … Read more

Terre Rare Carignano del Sulcis Riserva – Succulent Sardinia

January 9, 2016

Tastes as good as it smells, which is pretty darn good. 100% Carignano from Sardinia, Italy. The wine spends 1 … Read more

Il Poggione Brancato Rosato – My New Favorite Rosé

July 31, 2015

A Bulk Buy with a perfect 10 Taste Rating! 100% Sangiovese rosé from Montalcino, Tuscany, Italy.

Frescobaldi Remole Toscana – A Juicy, Fruity Crowd-Pleaser

June 27, 2015

A tasty ten dollar Tuscan. 85% Sangiovese and 15% Cabernet Sauvignon from Tuscany, Italy. The wine is aged for four … Read more

Stefano di Blasi & Federico Cerelli Chianti Classico – Magnifico

May 21, 2015

Naked Wines spreads its Angel wings. Sangiovese from Chianti Classico, Tuscany, Italy.

Gran Passione Salice Salentino Riserva – Put Together

April 2, 2015

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BULK BUY! 100% Negroamaro (nay-grow-ah-MAH-ro) from Salice Salentino (SAH-lee-chae sah-len-TEE-no), Puglia, Italy. SRP of $15 and available for as low … Read more