2022 Italian Red Wine between $10 and $25

In the glass, the wine is deep ruby with purple hues. On the nose, the wine is delicate with notes of cherry, vanilla, raw beef and herbs. On the palate, it is dry, structured and elegant with flavors of plum, ripe cherries, wild... Read More

The 2022 Colline Novaresi Agamium, 100% Nebbiolo, is a terrific entry-level wine in this range. Bright acids cut through a core of red berry fruit, chalk, white pepper, mint and pine. This mid-weight Nebbiolo is an absolute gem.... Read More

This authentic Sardinian wine from leading producer Argiolas is a blend of 90% Monica, with small portions of Carignano and Bovale Sardo. It's aged in neutral barrels and cement vats to preserve its juicy acidity and lively... Read More

This wine has a pure, fruit-forward freshness that makes it super approachable for drinking and pairing. Aromas of red cherry, ripe raspberry, and red plum come into equilibrium with shades of leather and dried Mediterranean herbs.... Read More

Flavors of juicy blackberry and blueberry notes supported by great underlying acidity. Beyond that, there are touches of black licorice, balsamic, dark chocolate, herbs, and white pepper, all of it in a medium-bodied wine with... Read More

This declassified Barbaresco comes from 100% Nebbiolo grown in the Ovello and Vicenziana crus and aged in large cask by the historic Giacosa family. With consulting from Dante Scaglione and vineyard ties to Montefico, Asili, and... Read More

Cecchi is a fourth generation family winery run by two brothers. This Sangiovese is sourced from vineyards all over Tuscany. It's light and easy-drinking, with cherry, currant, and spice flavors. Balanced and lively. This... Read More

Tasting notes: It is the most well known among Cecchi wines, Chianti Classico is exported worldwide. It is the wine with which the company is identified most. The Cecchi family has always believed in that name that represents... Read More

The wine is medium bodied and juicy, with just enough tannin on the finish to give it structure. This is a perfect foil for pizzas, pastas, grilled meats or poultry and vegetables.

Montepulciano done in the Appesimento style, just like Amarone, meaning the grapes are partially dried before making the wine. This concentrates the flavors, and boy are there flavors here! Lots of jammy but dry maraschino cherry,... Read More

Feudo Montoni is located on the western side of Sicily, situated on clay and limestone soils rather than Etna's typical volcanic soils. Montoni's vines are isolated from the rest of the island's viticulture, a small... Read More

Uniquely Italian with bold flavors of currants and blackberries finished with notes of vanilla. Pair with roast chicken, salmon, and spaghetti and meatballs.

A fruity Barbera with lots of cherry and vanilla character. Medium body, light tannins and a straightforward finish. It shows the bright vibrancy that this grape is known for but with additional backbone and hints of spice from... Read More

Gabbiano Chianti DOCG is a traditional blend of primarily Sangiovese grapes, but also includes small amounts of Canaiolo, Trebbiano, and Colorino grapes. This Chianti is bold enough to complement rich and spicy pasta dishes, and... Read More

From Italy's smallest wine region comes this fascinating, authentic red based on the local clone of Nebbiolo (called Picotendro), along with other local varieties (Gros Vien, Neyret, Cornalin and Fumin). This elegant, lithe... Read More

Situated on the hills overlooking Spoltore in Abruzzo, La Valentina's grapes are farmed sustainably & organically, and harvested by hand. Selected from three vinyard sites where the vines range in age from 25 to 36 years,... Read More

Susumaniello is one of Puglia’s rarest treasures with just 125 acres planted across Italy. This medium-bodied red delivers concentrated briar fruit, smoke, and peppery spice, making it a benchmark expression of this ancient... Read More

This savory red (made from Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot) is packed with dried cherry, juicy currant and spicy orange peel notes. It firms up on the lively, mouthwatering finish. A fantastic pizza wine and one of the... Read More

Elegant and intense, with notes of fresh mature red fruit, such as cherry and currant. Harmonious, with good structure and roundness, beautiful savoury finish. Accompanies pasta with tomato, pizza, Livorno style fish, white meat.... Read More

Frappato is a variety native to Southeastern Sicily that dates back to the seventeenth century. The grapes for this expression come from Vittoria, a lively agricultural center in Sicily with fertile soils and a typical Mediterranean... Read More

Paitin is one of the oldest wineries in Barbaresco. They consider 1796 their founding but their roots in the area date back even further. This elegant Langhe Nebbiolo is essentially a declassified Barbaresco, as it comes from... Read More

Medium ruby-red in color, darkening to garnet with age. Appreciated throughout the world for its characteristic and elegant floral fragrance and its stylish, velvety flavor. This Pinot Noir is enhanced by a lingering finish bursting... Read More

Bright cherry, kirsch raspberry and floral aromas and flavors are the hallmarks of this rich, vibrant, and harmonious Dolcetto, which has plenty of structure, building to a long, complex aftertaste of fruit and mineral. Drink... Read More

In a region known for high-alcohol, heavy-handed reds, this full and softly textured wine from the Perrini family is surprisingly fresh and complex. Made from 30+ year old vines, this 100% Primitivo (aka Zinfandel!) offers notes... Read More

From vines planted in 1970, this distinctive Dolcetto d'Alba shows remarkable purity through its stainless steel aging. Vibrant red fruits mingle with black pepper, violets, and the grape's signature almond finish, creating... Read More