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"The 2023 is toasty and slightly tropical, with a mineral, stony quality which runs through the core, and lovely bright acidity." - Decanter
Venturing off the beaten path in search of great value is a big part of the wine game, so imagine our surpise when we came upon the 2023 Bramito, a charming little sub-$20 number, not from France, not from California, but from Italy's Umbria region. Antinori's impeccably run Castello della Sala estate also produces the Cervaro della Sala, so it's no surprise that the same pedigree that makes arguably Italy's greatest Chardonnay and one of its greatest collectible white wines also produces this incredibly well-made value gem. Purely Mediterranean in character, the Bramito showcases "silken and round, with a core of zesty acidity ... [and] such wonderful balance within" according to Vinous. An easy case buy for a variety of occasions, you also won't regret hiding a few in the cellar to see how it develops over the next few years. |