Main Sitetag:distinguished-brands.com,2008-05-02://12009-01-09T22:37:54ZMovable Type Pro 4.21-enBarolo Afelio Fiero Nocetag:distinguished-brands.com,2009://1.1162009-01-09T22:33:22Z2009-01-09T22:37:54ZVariety100% Nebbiolo.Production zoneThe estate’s storied wine, obtained from a careful selection of the best from...Distinguished Brands International
100% Nebbiolo.
Production zone The estate’s storied wine, obtained from a careful selection of the best from the Monfalletto vineyards. Vines are 20 to 40 years of age, with strictly southeast and southwest exposure, which gives the resulting wine extraordinary quality and harmonious maturation. Clayey, calcareous soil lends elegance and complexity. Magnesium and manganese oxides in the soil make for the softest tannins. Vines sit at altitudes between 250 and 300 meters above seal level.
Harvest Middle weeks of October.
Yield per hectare 65 hectoliters of grapes.
Vinification Each vineyard with uniform characteristics (exposure, age, soil, order of planting, clones, etc.) is harvested and vinified individually. Maceration takes 4-5 days in stainless steel tanks, followed by fermentation for 10-12 days. Wine is then transferred to barrels of different sizes and types of wood and allowed to undergo malolactic fermentation until December.
Maturation All the different constituents require maturation in different kinds of wood, both French and Slavonian, for a period lasting between 18 and 22 months. Followed by blending and bottling. After one year, the bottles are ready for release.
Sensory characteristics Deep garnet color, with perfectly mixed floral and spicy qualities in the nose. Notes of licorice, cherries in liqueur, cacao and fresh raspberries. Rich, full-bodied and elegant on the palate.
Serving temperature 18 °C.
Average life of wine Age-worthy wine that matures slowly and constantly in the bottle. Tremendous expression can be expected over decades. Timeless.
Food matches An aristocratic wine that finds its ideal match in game, jugged hare, braised beef, chamois, roe buck saddle, wild boar, venison, and pigeon. Superb with dishes garnished with white truffles from Alba, like cardoon flan with fonduta and duck ravioli.
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Brunello di Montalcinotag:distinguished-brands.com,2009://1.1152009-01-09T22:32:05Z2009-01-09T22:33:17ZTYPEBrunello di Montalcino DOCGVINEYARD LOCATIONCampogiovanni tenuta (Montalcino- Siena)ALTITUDE250/300 metresASPECTsouth, southwestVINEYARD SIZE12 hectaresYEAR PLANTED1976 to 1988SOIL...Distinguished Brands International
Brunello di Montalcino DOCG
SOIL PROFILE Medium textured, largely silt-sand with some clay, on sandstone and calcareous marl
TRAING SYSTEM Spur-pruned cordon
GRAPES Brunello (sangiovese clone) 100%
HARVEST Mid of September
VINIFICATION ANDMATURATION Twenty-day maceration at 28-30°C, and malolactic fermentation in steel. Maturation for 36 months in large Slavonian oak botti, followed by a further 12 months in the bottle
BOTTLES PRODUCTS 72,000
SERVING TEMPERATURE 18° C
ALCOHOL 13.5% Vol.
TOTAL ACIDITY 6.0 g/l
RESIDUAL SUGAR 1.2 g/l
CELLARING 8-10 years
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Chianti Classico Riservatag:distinguished-brands.com,2009://1.1142009-01-09T22:29:39Z2009-01-09T22:31:35ZDistinguished Brands International
Chianti Classico Riserva DOCG
VINEYARD LOCATION Selection of grapes of the best Chianti Classico-area vineyeards (Castelnuovo Berardenga - Siena)
ALTITUDE 350-400 metres
SOIL PROFILE Medium-textured, predominantly calcareous marl breakdown of alberese and galestro strata, with abundant gravel-pebble mixture, resting on the Monte Morello formation or on macigno del Chianti sandstone
TRAINING SYSTEM Guyot and spur-pruned cordon
GRAPES Sangiovese 100%
HARVEST First half of October
VINIFICATION AND MATURATION 28-30°C fermentation on the skins for 18-20 days followed by malolactic fermentation in steel. 80% of the wine then matures for 24 months in 60- or 90- hl Slavonian oak botti, and 20% in 225-litre French barriques, followed by a further 6 months or so in the bottle.
VINEYARD LOCATION Agricola San Felice properties (Castelnuovo Berardenga, Siena)
ALTITUDE 350/400 metres
SOIL PROFILE Medium-textured, predominantly calcareous marl breakdown of alberese and galestro strata, with abundant gravel-pebble mixture, resting on rocks of the Monte Morello formation or on macigno sandstone. Some extension into silt- and sandrich alluvial soils
TRAINING SYSTEM Guyot and spur-pruned cordon
GRAPES Sangiovese 100%
HARVEST First half of October
VINIFICATION AND MATURATION 8-10 days fermentation on the skins at 28-30° C, followed by malolactic fermentation in steel. Maturation in large Slavonian oak botti for 10-12 months, followed by 2 months in the bottle
BOTTLES PRODUCED 260,000
SERVING TEMPERATURE 18° C
ALCOHOL 12.5 Vol
TOTAL ACIDITY 6.3 g/l
RESIDUAL SUGAR 1.4 g/l
CELLARING 3-5 years
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Prosecco Extra Dry VSQPRDtag:dbi.monkeybunnies.com,2008://1.1052008-11-03T23:08:09Z2009-01-09T22:31:18ZVigna Dogarina proves there is more to Italy than food, culture and art with this...Distinguished Brands International
Grapes Prosecco Maturation Pressure tank Characteristics The contours enhance the typical floral fragrance of prosecco, adding attractive notes of acacia flowers, meadow flowers, wild apples, and honey Accompaniment More than the pleasure of a glass drunk between meals, it goes well with crustacean dishes, fruit, and tarts
Serving Temperature 46-50°F / 8-10°C]]>
Prosecco Brut VSQPRDtag:dbi.monkeybunnies.com,2008://1.1042008-11-03T23:04:48Z2008-11-03T23:07:47ZThis pale yellow colored sparkling wine proposes an incomparable aroma; emitting a delicate floral perfume...Distinguished Brands International
This pale yellow colored sparkling wine proposes an incomparable aroma; emitting a delicate floral perfume and pleasant notes of wisteria.
Grapes Prosecco
Maturation Pressure tank Characteristics A light-yellow colored wine with an incomparable aroma and very fine froth; floral bouquet, very agreeable in its aromatic perfume
Accompaniment Typical sparkling wine recommended between meals; goes well with raw fish, light meat courses, and omelets
Serving Temperature 46-50°F / 8-10°C]]>
Decanotag:dbi.monkeybunnies.com,2008://1.1022008-11-03T22:59:54Z2008-11-03T23:02:03ZThis elegant marriage of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot composes a savory long lasting structure; full,...Distinguished Brands International
Grapes Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot Maturation In large and small toasted wood barrels for 12 months Characteristics Distant notes of morel cherry; airy notes of fruit in alcohol and sweet wood to the palate; pleasant when discovering the elegant notes of vanilla, dried fruit, and toasted walnut. It has an important, dry, mature, full and long-lasting structure
Accompaniment Excellent with hearty meat dishes from beef to pork, lamb to game, or ripe cheeses
Serving Temperature 61-64°F / 16-18°C]]>
Sforsin Proseccotag:dbi.monkeybunnies.com,2008://1.1032008-11-03T22:59:32Z2008-11-03T23:04:39ZDistinguished Brands International
Grapes Prosecco Maturation Pressure tank
Characteristics Well-balanced and tempting gentle body with extremely pleasant flowery bouquet; typical wine served any time of the day Accompaniment Perfect with any kind of fish, hor d'oeuvres, and can be served throughout the meal as an excellent accompaniment to to the more delicate dishes Serving Temperature 46-50°F / 8-10°C]]>
Ròs de Planatag:dbi.monkeybunnies.com,2008://1.1012008-11-03T22:53:21Z2008-11-03T22:56:55ZGetting to know the strong personality of this red is an exciting adventure for all...Distinguished Brands International
Grapes Cabernet Sauvignon, Raboso
Maturation In large and small toasted wood barrels for 12 months
Characteristics The time and combination of two great wines created an important structured wine that will be remembered for its original notes of dewberry and morel cherry
Accompaniment Ideal with hearty meat dishes, roasts, game, ripe cheeses, and salami
Serving Temperature 61-64°F / 16-18°C]]>
Manzoni Biancotag:dbi.monkeybunnies.com,2008://1.992008-11-03T22:47:21Z2008-11-03T22:49:43ZThis pollination between Pinot Bianco and Riesling Renano creates a superior wine with good body,...Distinguished Brands International ]]>
Grapes Manzoni Bianco
Maturation Steel tanks
Characteristics Obtained from pollination between Pinot Bianco and Riesling Renano; a superior wine with good body, excellent balance, and fine aromatic notes, recalling field flowers and candied fruit
Accompaniment Pairs well with traditional Italian first courses and is excellent with omelets
Serving Temperature 50-54°F / 10-12°C
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Pinot Grigiotag:dbi.monkeybunnies.com,2008://1.952008-10-30T18:08:55Z2009-01-09T22:31:03ZGrapesPinot GrigioProduction AreaCampodipietra (TV)CharacteristicsAn intense and composite nose: the flowery hint of youthis combined with...Distinguished Brands International
Grapes Pinot Grigio
Production Area Campodipietra (TV)
Characteristics An intense and composite nose: the flowery hint of youth is combined with a delicate hue of fresh bread, a scent of dry hay and toasted almond. A well-blanced taste that is appreciated among the first white wines of the year, never sharp but elegant and dry
Accompaniment It pairs well with light hors d'oeuvres, vegetable and herb dishes, soups, fish and garden vegetables
ABV 12-12.5%
Serving Temperature 46 - 50 F ]]>
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Pinot Grigiotag:dbi.monkeybunnies.com,2008://1.942008-10-30T17:35:46Z2008-11-03T22:44:26ZDistinguished Brands International
Grapes Pinot Grigio
Maturation Steel tanks
Characteristics The flowery hint of youth is combined with a delicate hue of fresh bread, a scent of dry hay, and toasted almond; never sharp but elegant and dry
Accompaniment Light hors d'oeuvres, vegetable and herb dishes, soups, fish, and garden vegetables
Serving temperature 50-54°F / 10-12°C
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Birra Dolomititag:dbi.monkeybunnies.com,2008://1.932008-10-28T16:49:39Z2008-11-05T18:55:32ZFrom the Village of Pedavena, nestled amongst Italy’s mighty Dolomites, is brewed Birra Dolomiti. For...Distinguished Brands International As in its start over a century ago, today's Birra Dolomiti’s master brewers brew to time honored traditions using only locally grown hops and barleys, and pure spring water naturally softened within by the rugged Dolomites. Birra Dolomiti is the hearty, flavorful essence of the Dolomites diverse Italian-Austrian culture ]]>
An herbal grassy malt aroma mixes with a mildly spicy hop smell.
The smooth-light malt body has a biscuity quality and a mild herbal taste.
The hops are citrusy with a little tang.
Some citrus peel astringent taste is noticed in the back of the throat. It finishes clean with a light taste of limes. Nice easy brew for the hot summer days or after some strenuous activity.]]>
Fuller's London Portertag:dbi.monkeybunnies.com,2008://1.922008-10-23T18:27:01Z2008-11-04T23:17:44ZThe origins of Porter date back to London in the early nineteenth century, when it...Distinguished Brands International ]]>
APPEARANCE The Chocolate and Brown malts in the brew give the beer a rich, dark brown appearance with a creamy white head.
AROMA Coffee and cocoa notes are immediately evident in the beer. The unique blend of malts gives an appetizing aroma of strong, dark chocolate.
FLAVOR Smooth and satisfying, this example of an historic style of beer derives its rich, chocolatey character from a blend of brown and chocolate malts in the brew. Its notable coffee notes and creamy finish make it a wonderful accompaniment to many sweet foods - especially chocolate pudding.
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Fullers ESBtag:dbi.monkeybunnies.com,2008://1.892008-10-20T23:18:31Z2008-11-03T22:34:38ZDistinguished Brands International
APPEARANCE The beer has a wonderfully rich mahogany color.
AROMA On the nose, the beer is bursting with cherry and orange, balanced by soft malty toffee and caramel notes.
FLAVOR The flavour delivers everything you would expect from such a full-bodied ale. The unique blend of Northdown, Target, Challenger and Goldings hops imparts grassy, peppery notes on the tongue along with intense citrus fruit characters of grapefruits, oranges and lemons.
AFTERTASTE The blend of Pale Ale and Crystal malts in the brew give a biscuity, toffee element to the beer. A smooth, mellow bitterness lingers on the palate to give a superbly satisfying finish.
"An ample, grainy nutty aroma and a broad, authoritative flavor, with lashings of dry marmalade-like bitters," said Andrew Jefford, Beer & Wine Critic, London Evening Standard.