2013 Quintarelli Giuseppe, Alzero Cabernet Franc, Veneto

Why We're Buying

If you were to construct the perfect winemaker in a lab, the result would look eerily similar to Giuseppe Quintarelli. Affectionately known as “Bepi,” Quintarelli is a consummate perfectionist. Each wine is made with patience and care. Everything is artisanal, from his selection of the finest cork to his meticulously handwritten labels. In 2018, Vincarta even called him the godfather of Amarone and arguably the best winemaker in Italy. Giuseppe Quintarelli Alzero Cabernet Franc has a hallowed reputation for thrilling purity and luscious texture. Mountains of black fruits form a ripe and vibrant core haloed by licorice, violets, smoked meats, and earthiness. While it's approachable in youth, Giuseppe Quintarelli Alzero requires a minimum of ten years to hit its stride. As Robert Parker once wrote, “[It’s] one of the rarest, most provocative, and profound dry red wines to emerge from Italy.” The Final Sip: Giuseppe Quintarelli Alzero Cabernet Franc reflects the highest level of artistry imaginable in the world of fine wine, with consumers paying nearly any price for a bottle.