Wine

Luciani Brunello di Montalcino is a rich, elegant Tuscan red with layers of dark fruits and warming spice. It’s crafted by the Luciani family, who have been making fine wines in Tuscany since 1888. The renowned Luciani estate lies next door to the iconic Biondi-Santi––whose famous Brunello will cost you around $250 per bottle. With…

2013 is an incredible vintage for Tuscany’s storied Brunello di Montalcino. In fact, Wine Enthusiast writes, “If you want to experience the energy, elegance, and ageworthy structure that first drew wine lovers and collectors to Brunello di Montalcino decades ago, then 2013 is your vintage.” And we’re bringing you one of the real gems from…

Tuscany produces some of Italy’s (and the world’s) finest reds, like iconic Brunello di Montalcino. Of course, these sought-after wines come with the price tags to match. If you’re looking for a great-value alternative to pricey Brunello, give Rosso di Montalcino a try. Francesco and Mario Luciani crafted this gorgeous example at their renowned family…

When our California wine expert Kristina tasted through the latest batch of reds from one of our fave Golden State producers, a single word sprang to mind: Lustrum, a mix of lust and luster. Though each had its own nuances, they all seemed to offer a patina of lusciously ripe fruit flavors. And this deeply…

Portugal is one of the world’s most exciting wine nations, and its full-flavored, modern-style reds definitely deserve a place in your wine rack. This small country has over 250 indigenous grape varieties and has produced wine since Roman times … as you can tell by the name of this gorgeous NEW Reserva. Lusus was the…

The deeply flavored Maison Guillot Hermitage shows exactly why Syrahs from the northern Rhône’s Hermitage are some of France’s most enduringly prestigious bottlings. Sturdy and black fruited, with a kiss of spice, it’d be equally delicious uncorked years from now or decanted and served alongside dinner tonight. But given it was made by the latest…