On June 7, 2025, the Decanter Fine Wine Encounter New York (DFWE NYC) will showcase some of Italy’s most remarkable wineries, featuring a Grand Tasting and an exclusive Biondi-Santi masterclass. This event is an opportunity for wine enthusiasts to taste legendary wines and interact with the producers shaping Italy’s wine legacy.
Highlighted Italian Producers
The Grand Tasting will include renowned winemakers from various regions:
Piedmont’s Barolo and Beyond
- Damilano – Will feature their Barolo Cannubi Riserva “1752” 2017.
- Marchesi di Barolo – Known for their Barolo Coste di Rose 2016.
- Pio Cesare – A historic winery with structured Barolos.
- Poderi Luigi Einaudi – Showcasing the elegant Barolo Monvigliero 2018.
Tuscany: Sangiovese and Super Tuscans
- Mazzei – Celebrated for their Ipsus 2018 Chianti Classico Gran Selezione.
- San Felice – Featuring their benchmark “Poggio Rosso” Chianti Classico Gran Selezione 2011.
- Tenuta Sette Ponti – Presenting the acclaimed Oreno 2010.
- Lamole di Lamole – Known for high-altitude Chianti Classico wines.
Veneto: The Elegance of Amarone
- Pasqua – Known for bold Amarone, their Mai Dire Mai 2012 is rich and complex.
- Zenato – Highlighting their Amarone Riserva Sergio Zenato 2015.
Italy’s Hidden Gems
- Nino Negri (Lombardy) – Featuring Vigna Fracia Valtellina Superiore Valgella 2018.
- Ferrari Trento (Trentino) – Known for the Giulio Ferrari Riserva del Fondatore 2010.
- Cantine Nicosia (Sicily) – Showcasing the volcanic terroir with Monte Gorna Vecchie Viti Riserva 2017.
Special Masterclass Featuring Biondi-Santi
This masterclass will give participants a rare chance to explore the wines of Biondi-Santi, the pioneering estate of Brunello di Montalcino. The session, led by Director of Winemaking Federico Radi, will include tastings spanning six decades of their famed Brunello.
Wine Selection Includes:
- Rosso di Montalcino 2022
- Brunello di Montalcino 2019 (98 points)
- Brunello di Montalcino 2015 (96 points)
- Brunello di Montalcino Riserva 1975 (94 points)
Event Details
- Date: Saturday, June 7, 2025
- Location: Bay Room at Manhatta, 28 Liberty Street, 60th Floor, New York, NY 10005
- Price: Grand Tasting tickets from $225 + tax; Masterclass tickets from $165
Secure your spot at the Grand Tasting
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This event promises an exceptional experience for anyone passionate about Italian wine, offering a unique opportunity to taste and learn from the country’s top producers.