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April 7th, 2024
Banville Wine Merchants + Vinitaly 2024
Vinitaly 2024 - April 14th to April 17thRead More -
March 20th, 2024
96 points for DCC's 2019 Prime Donne Brunello!
"Intense and delineated"...click to read the full review!Read More -
March 4th, 2024
Banville Women in Wine 2024
March is Women's History Month. Celebrate with us today and all year long!Read More -
January 23rd, 2024
New Producer Alert: Rose Gold
Announcing Rose Gold Côtes de Provence Rosé by Casey Barber...Read More -
January 5th, 2024
Wellness and Wine: Cheers to a Healthy 2024
"The key to a long life on the island of Sardinia is a simple recipe: Community, Culture and Cannonau!"Read More -
December 21st, 2023
Holiday Greetings from Banville Wine Merchants
Best wishes from Lia Tolaini-Banville and family!Read More -
December 19th, 2023
Banville Wine Merchants Appointment of Martignetti Companies Connecticut Division, Hartley & Parker, as Distributor
Banville Wine Merchants announces its appointment of Martignetti Companies Connecticut division, Hartley & Parker...Read More -
December 3rd, 2023
BiancaVigna Prosecco DOCG - 3.5 Stars in WaPo!
"This is top-notch prosecco..." - Dave McIntyre, WaPoRead More -
December 1st, 2023
Domaine Marjan Simcic in Decanter - Focus on Rebula (Ribolla)
"Brda and Collio's resilient and resourceful grape offers impressive sustainability, versatility and vibrancy."Read More -
November 30th, 2023
Bruce Sanderson features Tolaini and Donatella Cinelli Colombini in his column in Top 100 Issue - December 2023
"The Virtues of Older Italian Reds: Founded by the late Pier Luigi Tolaini in 1998 and now run by his daughter Lia..."Read More -
November 7th, 2023
Autumn Cocktail Inspiration
Frank Caiafa, Banville's Spirits Portfolio Director, pairs Savoia and Prichard's Whiskey in a cocktail that will make those autumn evenings just a little cozier!Read More -
October 27th, 2023
New Producer Alert: Domaine Marjan Simcic from Brda, Slovenia
"Where the Mediterranean and the Alps Shake Hands" - Marjan Simcic, winemaker and owner. Click to read more!Read More -
October 15th, 2023
Tre Biccheri Awards - Gambero Rosso 2024
Twelve wines from the Banville Wine Merchants portfolio awarded Tre Bicchieri in the 2024 Gambero Rosso Guide!Read More -
September 22nd, 2023
Banville Buzz: Fall 2023
New Prosecco Producer, Noodles of Northern Italy, Harvest in the Northern Hemisphere!Read More -
September 25th, 2023
For the Trade: Discover the Armagnacs of Domaine de Papolle!
Industry friends, please mark your calendars for a not-to-be-missed event at the Banville Townhouse ... click for the details!Read More -
September 12th, 2023
News About Our Growing Spirits Portfolio
Banville Wine Merchants affirms its position as a leading importer and distributor for estate-produced and artisanal spirits with the appointment of Frank Caiafa, Industry Leader, as Director of the Spirits Portfolio.Read More -
August 10th, 2023
Tolaini LEGIT 2020 and Al Passo 2020 are Wine Spectator's picks in "9 Stylish Tuscan Reds"
"Fortunately for fans of Tuscan wines, the Toscana IGT remains a source for great values..."Read More -
July 27th, 2023
Banville Wine Merchants' Spirits Portfolio Garners Critical Acclaim at the Distinguished Barleycorn Awards
We are pleased to announce that four producers from the Banville Wine Merchants' Spirits Portfolio have received awards from the esteemed 2023 Barleycorn Awards!Read More -
July 19th, 2023
Tom Hyland Features Illuminati and Montepulciano d'Abruzzo in Forbes
Tom is pleased "to see the shift in how many local vintners are now treating this wine in a different way..."Read More -
July 12th, 2023
Tolaini Valdisanti 2019 is one of Wine Enthusiast's Favorite Super Tuscans!
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July 11th, 2023
New Prosecco Producer Alert: BiancaVigna!
Banville Wine Merchants is the national importer for the prestigious wines of BiancaVigna!Read More -
June 12th, 2023
A New Horizon for Tolaini - PERLUI, Mello and More
With the recent release of PERLUI IGT and Mello IGT, Tolaini is paying homage to the foundational blends while also exploring a high-elevation frontier and style of wine that speaks to the possibility for elegance, finesse and a strong sense of Terroir.Read More -
June 8th, 2023
te Pa Sauvignon Blanc 2022 and the Decanter WWA 2023
GOLD with a 95-point score!Read More -
June 2nd, 2023
The Banville Buzz: Pasta (and other starches) of Northern Italy
Join us on a journey as we sink our teeth into the pasta (and other starches!) of Italy. First in a series!Read More -
June 1st, 2023
The Banville Buzz: Destination Provence with Château L'Escarelle
Organic Provençal Wine and Culinary Inspiration ... read more!Read More -
May 26th, 2023
Farina Bianco di Custoza 2021 in The Washington Post
3.5 STARS! "It boasts a creamy citrus character, as if lemon curd transformed into wine - accented with wild herbs."Read More -
May 25th, 2023
Four Rosé wines from Château l'Escarelle reviewed in Vinous
Find out what wine Eric Guido thinks is "dangerously drinkable"... click for all the details!Read More -
May 25th, 2023
Majolini and Cesarini Sforza in Wine Spectator Bubbly Roundup!
Just in time for Memorial Day weekend and the beginning of summer! Click to read more!Read More -
May 23rd, 2023
The Banville Buzz - Spring 2023
Coming Soon: The next installment of our company newsletter!Read More -
May 22nd, 2023
2022 Château l'Escarelle Rosé featured as a "Vinous Favorite"!
Click to read Eric Guido's review of this organic wine from Provence!Read More -
May 13th, 2023
The Banville Buzz: Cocktail Series
Learn how to make a version of the classic Corpse featuring our exemplary spirits and created by our new Portfolio Spirits Director, Frank Caiafa.Read More -
May 9th, 2023
Lia Tolaini is featured in a profile in an Italian magazine!
"Leadership is passion plus vision!" Click to read more!Read More -
April 24th, 2023
Coming up on May 8th - East End Portfolio Tasting !
MONDAY, MAY 8TH from 12:00pm - 4:00pm at The Barn at Topping Rose House..Read More -
April 18th, 2023
New scores for Pierre Meurgey in Wine Spectator and Burghound
Click to check these out!Read More -
April 15th, 2023
New to the USA: Dalia Pinot Grigio
Introducing Dalia Pinot Grigio ... just in time for summertime gatherings and fun and sun! Click to learn more!Read More -
April 9th, 2023
New Scores for Aldo Rainoldi wines from Antonio Galloni at Vinous
Antonio Galloni reviewed the wines of Aldo Rainoldi in Vinous last week. Click to view!Read More -
March 30th, 2023
Two Banville Rosé Wines Featured in The Washington Post
"Sangiovese is Tuscany's main grape variety, forming the core of Chianti and starring in Brunello and Vino Nobile di Montepulciano..."Read More -
March 24th, 2023
Champagne Franck Pascal Featured in Forbes
"...these three cuvées, only recently available in America, are prime evidence of why Champagne authority Tom Stevenson recommended Pascal as a "quickly rising name in Champagne" in his book Champagne and Sparkling Wines (2014 edition)."Read More -
March 22nd, 2023
Cordero San Giorgio featured in April 2023 Issue of Wine Enthusiast
"With vines more than 30 years old, the wines of Cordero San Giorgio have depth, complexity, and beauty." -Jeff PorterRead More -
March 9th, 2023
The Banville Buzz - March 2023
Tre Bicchieri, Women in Wine, Wellness and so much more ...Read More -
March 9th, 2023
Tenimenti Leone Capoccia Bianco 2021 featured in The Washington Post!
This wine is brand new to the Banville portfolio - click to read more!Read More -
March 8th, 2023
International Women's Day at Banville Wine Merchants!
Learn more about Lia Tolaini-Banville and our women-led producers!Read More -
March 3rd, 2023
Lia's Family Recipe Selections & Karter's Cooking Show
Check out Lia's own family recipes and how-to cooking videos starring her adorable grandson, Karter.Read More -
March 1st, 2023
Philipponnat: #11 on the 2023 list of "Most Admired Champagne Brands Report"
Congratulations to Champagne Philipponnat!Read More -
February 24th, 2023
"The Banville Buzz" Happenings Winter 2023
Chianti Classico Seminar, Tre Bicchieri Events, and More!Read More -
February 1st, 2023
Markus Molitor Brut Sekt highlighted in The Washington Post!
Dave McIntyre from The Washington Post featured Markus Molitor's SEKT: "3 exceptional sparkling wines to toast your love this Valentine's Day"Read More -
January 31st, 2023
Donna Laura Photo Contest!
Share your favorite Donna Laura photos and have the chance to win a great prize!Read More -
January 29th, 2023
Tolaini Vigna Montebello Sette Chianti Classico Gran Selezione in Food & Wine !
Ray Isle highlights Tolaini Vigna Montebello Sette Chianti Classico Gran Selezione in Food & Wine !Read More -
January 12th, 2023
Domaine de la Bonne Tonne Featured in The Washington Post!
"This lively red from the Beaujolais cru appellation of Morgon is rich with cherry and bramble flavors. It exudes a sense that I can only describe as grounded..."Read More -
January 9th, 2023
"The Banville Buzz" Winter 2023 - Health and Wellness in Sardinia!
"Live better, longer." A phrase that certainly strikes a chord this time of year as we explore New Year intentions of health, wellness and starting the year with a clean slate! Click to learn more!Read More -
December 21st, 2022
Lunae Black Label Vermentino 2021 featured in December 21st Wine Spectator Insider Weekly!
Ideal Seafood Pairing according to Alison Napjus!Read More -
December 21st, 2022
Ridgeview's Cavendish Brut featured in the NY Times!
"...It's a little more brisk and tense with acidity, as English sparklers often are, garden fresh, well balanced and delicious. 'Please, sir, I want some more.' "Read More -
December 6th, 2022
Four Banville Wines Featured on James Suckling Top 100 of 2022 ITALY!
Congratulations to Terlano, Andriano and Parusso!Read More -
November 24th, 2022
Donna Laura Alteo 2019 Named One of VinePair's Best Thanksgiving Wines of 2022!
"Classic notes of cranberry with medium fruit and good acidity..."Read More -
November 20th, 2022
Pierre Meurgey's 2019 Pommard Les Grands Epenots 1er Cru -
#74 in WE's TOP 100 CELLAR SELECTIONS 2022Read More -
November 15th, 2022
Terra Costantino Rosso deAetna 2020 featured in WS Article on Sicily!
Learn all about Nerello Mascalese - a unique Sicilian variety championed by Terra Costantino!Read More -
November 14th, 2022
San Salvatore 1988 in Wine Spectator's Top 100
San Salvatore's 2021 Falanghina featured!Read More -
November 9th, 2022
OperaWine 2023 and Banville Wine Merchants
Aldo Rainoldi, Lunae, San Salvatore 1988 and Terlano will all participate in 2023!Read More -
November 8th, 2022
Celebrating 500 Years of Champagne Philipponnat!
Banville Wine Merchants celebrates 500 years of Champagne Philipponnat. Click for more!Read More -
October 28th, 2022
Champagne Day is October 28th!
Click to learn more about our national Champagne portfolio!Read More -
October 21st, 2022
Congratulations to our 2023 Tre Bicchieri Winners!
Nine wines from BWM received Tre Bicchieri in the 2023 Gambero Rosso Guide!Read More -
October 18th, 2022
OSCAR.697 Vermouth Featured in Wine Enthusiast
95 pts for Bianco and 94 pts. for the Rosso - click to learn more!Read More -
October 6th, 2022
San Salvatore 1988 Featured in The Wine Advocate
"I do everything for the younger generations," he says: "I want to show them that dreams can be realized in the Cilento."Read More -
October 3rd, 2022
Cantine Lunae featured in Forbes!
"The Italian Riviera Winery You Don't Want To Miss"Read More -
September 12th, 2022
Negroni Week featuring the Banville Negroni!
Click to learn how to make the delicious Banville Negroni!Read More -
September 1st, 2022
2021 Andriano Pinot Grigio featured in WS Article
"15 Outstanding Labor Day Delights Up to 92 Points"Read More -
August 31st, 2022
2020 Terlano Quarz Sauvignon featured in Wine Spectator's Insider Weekly
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August 5th, 2022
Pala Soprasole Vermentino 2021 featured in The Washington Post!
Three stars from Dave McIntyre of The Washington Post ... click to read the review!Read More -
July 15th, 2022
New Labels from Pala!
Spring 2022 saw the launch of a brand-new label concept from Pala that replaces the 'I Fiori' line.Read More -
July 11th, 2022
te Pa's Reserve Collection 2021 Seaside Sauvignon Blanc was poured last week at the official celebration dinner for Matariki (Maori New Year).
Chris Howard of JancisRobinson.com wrote an article about the event...Read More -
July 5th, 2022
The Banville Buzz: Destination Provence!
What is one of the best ways to get to know a wine producer? Immersion.Read More -
July 1st, 2022
The Banville Buzz: 2022 Harvest in the Southern Hemisphere
Click to read more about our resilient southern hemisphere producers!Read More -
June 27th, 2022
The Banville Buzz: Spuntino and Menabrea
Celebrate the Art of Snacking with Birra Menabrea!Read More -
June 20th, 2022
The Banville Buzz: Happenings
June was a busy month here at Banville Wine Merchants!Read More -
June 15th, 2022
Tolaini Picconero 2018 in Wine Spectator's Insider Weekly
"TUSCANY CONTINUES TO IMPRESS..."Read More -
June 15th, 2022
The Banville Buzz - Coming Soon!
Sign up to receive the first installment of "The Banville Buzz"!Read More -
June 4th, 2022
Banville Wine Merchants Import Portfolio Flipbook
View all our import producers in our newly created flipbook catalog!Read More -
May 16th, 2022
Spring Portfolio Tasting on the East End
Banville Wine Merchants portfolio tasting on May 16th in Sag Harbor, NY!Read More -
April 19th, 2022
Tom Hyland in Conversation with Parusso, Rivetto and Ca' Viola!
Click to view the webinar!Read More -
March 31st, 2022
Copertino Rosso Riserva DOC 2012 in Wine Spectator!
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March 25th, 2022
Tolaini Al Passo 2018 and Vallenuova Chianti Classico 2019 will be featured in the 2022 Oscars gift bags!
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March 16th, 2022
Donatella Cinelli Colombini 2017 Brunello Vintage in WS Insider Weekly!
Great scores for DCC's 2017 Brunello vintage featured today in Wine Spectator's Insider Weekly!Read More -
March 7th, 2022
Lia Tolaini-Banville featured on Italian Wine Podcast
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March 1st, 2021
Banville Wine Merchants Women in Wine Feature
Discover more about our women-led producers! Click on the attachment for all the details!Read More -
February 18th, 2022
San Salvatore featured with Stevie Kim on Italian Wine Podcast!
Stevie spent 3 days with Giuseppe Pagano and discovered an incredible amount of information about San Salvatore, Paestum, and so much more!Read More -
February 2nd, 2022
Graeme & Julie Bott featured in Wine Spectator Tasting Report!
James Molesworth takes a deep dive into the Rhône with a focus on Graeme & Julie Bott.Read More -
February 1st, 2022
te Pa is featured in a lead story in Wine Enthusiast's February/March 2022 issue
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January 6th, 2022
Banville Wine Merchants: Growth in Italian Portfolio and Personnel
"Michele Ricci joins Banville as VP of Italian Portfolio and brings with him a collection of artisanal Italian wineries."Read More -
December 24th, 2021
Holiday Greetings from Banville Wine Merchants!
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October 25th, 2021
Congratulations to our Tre Bicchieri Winners!
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October 13th, 2021
Banville Cru Collection - Highlighting our Fine Wine Selections!
Get ready for the holiday season with Banville Wine Merchants!Read More -
October 5th, 2021
Menabrea and Joshua Bernstein - An In Depth Look at this Distinct Italian Beer!
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October 1st, 2021
We are thrilled to welcome the wines of Aldo Rainoldi to the Banville portfolio!
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Friday, September 17th, 2021
Terlano in Wine Advocate!
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August 13th, 2021
Welcome to Cordero San Giorgio
Learn more about this new project from the Cordero family!Read More -
July 29th, 2021
Welcome to Barr-Eden Estate!
Discover our new Australian producer!Read More -
July 8th, 2021
Find Menabrea Beer Near You!
Visit our Menabrea USA Locator to find Menabrea Bionda and Ambrata near you!Read More -
March 1st, 2021
March: Women's History Month and Women in Wine!
Check out our Banville Instagram and FB feeds throughout the month of March as we shine a spotlight on our female producers and the women we work with right here in our company!Read More -
February 26th, 2021
Fantastic Farina Scores in Vinous!
"I have to give Farina credit for creating such a versatile and balanced expression of Amarone." -Eric Guido, VinousRead More -
February 11th, 2021
te Pa Oke Sauvignon Blanc 2018 - 93 points from Decanter
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January 28th, 2021
Banville Wine Merchants - Investing in People, Investing in the Future
"...I have always believed this business is about fine wine, but it is also about great people. I'm extremely proud of everyone on our team." - Lia Tolaini BanvilleRead More -
January 18th, 2021
Tolaini Al Passo 2017
94 pts. and no. 80 in James Suckling's Top 100 Value Wines of 2020Read More -
December 23rd, 2020
Villa Medoro Montepulciano d'Abruzzo 2018 in The Washington Post!
We are thrilled that Villa Medoro's delicious Montepulciano d'Abruzzo 2018 is featured in the Top 12 of 2020 from the Washington Post!Read More -
December 20th, 2020
Holiday Greetings from Lia Tolaini Banville
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December 17th, 2021
Eric Asimov recommends Champagne Philipponnat in the New York Times
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December 15th, 2020
LEGIT Cabernet Sauvignon 2016 - #13 Top 100 Wine Spectator
This is the second year in a row that LEGIT Cabernet Sauvignon has placed in the #WSTop100 - last year the 2013 vintage was awarded 26th place!Read More -
October 8th, 2020
Tre Bicchieri Gambero Rosso 2021 - Banville Wine Merchants
Here are the Tre Bicchieri winners represented by Banville Wine Merchants! Congratulations!Read More -
Wednesday, September 16th
LEGIT Cabernet Sauvignon 2016 has received 95 points from Wine Spectator and has been named a "HOT WINE" in September 16th's WS Insider!
Bruce Sanderson calls LEGIT "An impressive red of breadth and depth, featuring black cherry, plum, leather, earth, iron and cedar aromas and flavors."Read More -
Thursday, September 24th
"Crepuscule of Covid: Reflections of a Winemaker during Lockdown"
Honorable Mention from Wine Spectator for "Best Philosophical Musings" in their 2020 Video Contest!Read More -
April 1st, 2020
Donna Laura Ali 2018 - 92 pts from James Suckling!
The new vintage of Ali receives a glowing review from James!Read More -
Tuesday, December 10th
Andeluna Pasionado Cabernet Franc 2016 - #55 on James Suckling's Top 100 Argentina Wines
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November 18th, 2019
Wines from Banville Wine Merchants on Wine Spectator's Top 100 of 2019!
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July 24th, 2019
Tolaini Picconero 2015 in WS Insider 7/24!
93 pts for Tolaini Picconero 2015!Read More -
Monday, June 24th
NEGRONI WEEK 2019 - June 24th - June 30th!
Celebrate Negroni Week with OSCAR.697 Vermouth, CASONI, and GIN PIUCINQUE!Read More -
Thursday, June 13th, 2019
te Pa SB 2018 wins NZ Wine of the Year!
Gold medal and 93 pts. for te Pa's Sauvignon Blanc 2018!Read More -
7 January
English Sparkling Producer Ridgeview in the New York Times
Check out the article by visiting the link.Read More -
30 December
Champagne Philipponnat at Union Square Wines
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30 August
Banville Portfolio Tasting on September 10th in New York City
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Sunday, July 1st
Winemaker Dinner with André Hueston Mack
Butterfield at The Hasbrouck House - Stone Ridge, New YorkRead More -
April 4th, 2018
High Praise for Donatella Cinelli Colombini from Vinous!
Scores for the 2013s and 2012 Riserva!Read More -
March 12th, 2018
BWM Gold Medal Winners at TEXSOM 2018!
Donna Laura, Ridgeview, Majolini, and Andriano all take gold!Read More -
March 8th, 2018
Menabrea at the 2018 New York International Beer Competition
Menabrea is a winner at the 2018 New York International Beer Competition!Read More -
February 15th, 2018
Montecappone on Vinous - New Marche Releases
Great scores for Montecappone on Vinous!Read More -
February 14th, 2018
Menabrea USA Website Now Live!
Visit www.Menabrea-USA.com for all the latest news and events!Read More -
February 5th, 2018
Ze Windham Wine Bar in Travel & Leisure - Best 25 Wine Bars
You can find lots of BWM wines at Ze Windham Wine Bar, named one of T&L best 25 wine bars in the USA!Read More -
January 10th, 2018
San Salvatore Gillo Dorfles' Aglianico 2013 in Decanter
93 points for Gillo Dorfles!Read More -
December 11th, 2017
98 points for Champagne Philipponnat's Clos des Goisses 2008!
98 points from Vinous and 96 points from Decanter - the accolades keep rolling in!Read More -
November 22nd, 2017
Wine Spectator - Top 100: Dutton-Goldfield Dutton Ranch Pinot Noir 2015
Dutton-Goldfield's 2015 Dutton Ranch Pinot Noir cracked the Wine Spectator Top 100 Wines list. The only Russian River Valley Pinot Noir to be included this year!Read More -
October 22nd, 2017
Gambero Rosso 2018 Tre Bicchieri Winners at BWM
Wines from Ca' Viola, Pala, San Salvatore, Terlano, and Tolaini are all winners this year!Read More -
October 11th, 2017
Wonderful showing from Domaine Jacques Cacheux in Wine Spectator
Jacques Cacheux wines were well-received in the most recent issue of Wine Spectator!Read More -
September 30th, 2017
Great Scores for Odoul-Coquard in WS!
A great showing for the 2014 vintage of Odoul-Coquard!Read More -
September 16th, 2017
Tolaini Picconero 2016 - James Suckling En Primeur Tasting!
Great early tasting notes for Tolaini Picconero 2016!Read More -
September 15th, 2017
San Salvatore in Wine Advocate!
"San Salvatore is one of the most exciting properties to take hold recently in the region of Campania." -Monica Larner, Issue 232, 08/31/17Read More -
September 1st, 2017
Michele Satta on JamesSuckling.com
Great scores for Michele Satta wines on JamesSuckling.com!Read More -
August 31st, 2017
Tolaini Wines on JamesSuckling.com
Valdisanti and Al Passo featured on JamesSuckling.comRead More -
August 9th, 2017
Tolaini Valdisanti 2014 - 93 points in WS!
WS insider just gave Valdisanti 93 points for the 2014 vintage!Read More -
August 9th, 2017
Ridgeview Bloomsbury in The Daily Meal
"Crisp and refreshing with fine bubbles, lively citrus flavors, and a finish as long as a train on a royal wedding dress, this British beauty is a superb introduction to English sparkling wine."Read More -
August 9th, 2017
Menabrea Feature on DrinkMeMag.com
From DrinkMeMag: "Birra Menabrea is an Italian brewing company that has been producing the best brews for 170 years."Read More -
July 3rd, 2017
Ridgeview English Sparkling Wine for the 4th of July!
"Brilliantly made, and a testament to the sparkling-wine potential of England."Read More -
June 29th, 2017
Champagne Philipponnat in Decanter
Great article and fantastic scores for Champagne Philipponnat!Read More -
June 28th, 2017
Farina Wines Awards at IWSC 2017
Farina Wines picks up multiple awards at IWSC 2017!Read More -
May 31st, 2017
Summertime Drinking - Majolini Sparkling Brut Rosé is Featured!
Marika Vida-Arnold, the sommelier at The Ritz-Carlton New York at Central Park spotlights the Majolini Brut Rosé from Franciacorta....Read More -
May 24th, 2017
Pala Article in Tastes of Italia
Pala is highlighted in the "Wines of Sardinia"!Read More -
May 1st, 2017
BWM is Proud to Represent Mery-Melrose and Domaine de Papolle in NY
"As consumer demand for both cognac and organic products is on the rise, Mery-Melrose Organic Cognac is making a well-timed entry into the New York market", says Lia Tolaini-Banville.Read More -
April 15th, 2017
Bubbles at Banville
We are excited to represent some of the best terroirs in the world for sparkling wine!Read More -
March 20th, 2017
Menabrea in Il Mondo della Birra
Celebrating Menabrea's 170th Anniversary and exploring their Museum of Beer!Read More -
February 28th, 2017
Ridgeview Wines and the Oscars 2017
Ridgeview Wines was featured at an Oscars 2017 pre-party at the British Consulate in Los Angeles celebrating this year's UK nominees!Read More -
January 1st, 2017
André Hueston Mack on the Cover of Cuisine Noir (Winter 2017)
From Cuisine Noir: "It is a thrill to share how he worked tirelessly for years to build the brand we know and love today."Read More -
December 29th, 2016
Champagne Philipponnat in the NY Times
Eric Asimov has Champagne Philipponnat on his shopping list this holiday season!Read More -
December 19th, 2016
Donatella Cinelli Colombini Honored at New York Wine Experience 2016
"What makes the stately Sangiovese reds of Italy's Brunello di Montalcino special? A roomful of Wine Experience attendees attempted to divine this during a tasting of four distinctive wines from the appellation...Read More -
December 9th, 2016
TEXSOM: Banville will represent Ridgeview Wines
TEXSOM quotes Lia Tolaini Banville on this recent exciting announcement!Read More -
December 2nd, 2016
Champagne Philipponnat featured in Bloomberg Media
Champagne Philipponnat's Clos des Goisses 2004 is on the list!Read More -
Friday, October 21st, 2016
Donatella Cinelli Colombini at Wine Spectator's New York Wine Experience
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Friday, October 21st, 2016
Gambero Rosso 2017 Tre Bicchieri Winners at BWM
Wines from Ca' del Bosco, Pala, San Salvatore, Terlano, and Villa Medoro are all winners this year!Read More -
October 3rd, 2016
Tolaini Picconero 2011 is a TOP PICK in Wine Spectator's Tuscan Wines Report
TOP PICK and 93 pts for Picconero 2011 from Bruce Sanderson in the Tuscan Wines Report in the October 31st, 2016 issue of WS!Read More -
October 3rd, 2016
Tolaini Al Passo 2012 Has a New Look!
2012 Al Passo: New Look, Same Great Quality!Read More -
September 14th, 2016
Terlano Vorberg Pinot Bianco Featured in WE
"If there's one wine I'd love to see on more wine lists in the U.S., it's Pinot Bianco from Alto Adige...There are some gorgeous Pinot Biancos from these areas. If you haven't tried any, then you're missing out on some fantastic wines." -Kerin O'KeefeRead More -
August 29th, 2016
Tolaini Chianti Classico Gran Selezione 2013
James Suckling gives 93 points to the Tolaini Chianti Classico Gran Selezione 2013!Read More -
August 29th, 2016
Terlano Montigl Pinot Noir Riserva 2013
93 points from James Suckling in his article about the Pinot Noirs of Alto Adige.Read More -
August 7th, 2016
Champagne Philipponnat's Clos des Goisses 2006
John Gilman's View from the Cellar reviews Philipponnat's Clos des Goisses 2006!Read More -
July 27th, 2016
Champagne Philipponnat Profile on Wine-Searcher.com
Tom Hyland's profile about the history and fine Champagnes of Philipponnat.Read More -
July 11th, 2016
Meurgey-Croses in Wine Enthusiast
Pierre Meurgey and his wines from the Mâcon are recognized in the October, 2016 issue of Wine Enthusiast!Read More -
June 23rd, 2016
International Wine Challenge and San Salvatore
6 San Salvatore wines are awarded at the IWC 2016!Read More -
May 31st, 2016
Cantina Terlano on AG Vinous
Stellar scores from Antonio Galloni for the most recent vintages of Terlano wines...Read More -
May 9th, 2016
Terlano in Wine Spectator
Life-Changing Whites: Italy's Terlano cooperative sets the bar high in the DolomitesRead More -
Wine Spectator's Bruce Sanderson Visits Tolaini
April 25th, 2016
"Pier Luigi Tolaini's dream of creating a wine estate in his native Italy is bearing fruit..."Read More -
March 23rd, 2016
DCC in Wine Spectator's Wine Insider on March 23rd, 2016
DCC's Brunello 2010 Riserva is a WS Hot Wine with 97 points!!Read More -
March 21st, 2016
Farina Amarone 2012 Named in Luca Gardini's Top 50 Wines
Luca Gardini, one of Italy's most famous sommeliers, has recognized the Farina Amarone 2012 in its ranking of the world's 50 best wines.Read More -
March 15th, 2016
Praise in The Wine Advocate for DCC's Brunellos
Monica Larner writes about the 2011 and 2010 DCC BrunellosRead More -
March 15th, 2016
Pala 2014 Vermentinos on AG Vinous
"I can't remember the last time I had an entry-level Vermentino di Sardegna as good as this one.” -Ian D'AgataRead More -
March 10th, 2016
Terlano Vorberg and Quarz in Wine Enthusiast
Great scores for Terlano in the April 2016 issue of Wine Enthusiast!Read More -
March 1st, 2016
DCC 2011 Brunello on Vinous
91 pts for this beautiful wine!Read More -
February 11th, 2016
DCC in Wine Enthusiast
94 pts. for the 2011 Progetto Prime DonneRead More -
February 8th, 2016
Farina Amarone Classico 2012 Wins First Place at 13th Anteprima!
The great news keeps rolling in for Farina!Read More -
February 9th, 2016
Terlano Pinot Grigio Featured in the Chicago Tribune
"The pinot grigio of Alto Adige, like all good versions of pinot grigio, has something to say and it says it with abundant floral softness, a range of succulent fruitiness, food-friendly acidity and a bit of heft in the body."Read More -
January 4th, 2016
Pala Wines in The Wine Advocate
Fond words for Pala and great scores in the most recent issue of The Wine Advocate!Read More -
December 31st, 2015
Andriano Juvelo Gewürztraminer Passito in Wine Spectator
91 points for Juvelo in Wine Spectator!Read More -
December 31st, 2015
Terlano Wines in Wine Spectator
Check out the wonderful scores for Terlano in the December issue of Wine Spectator!Read More -
December 31st, 2015
Giacomo Grimaldi wines in Wine Spectator
Great scores for the 2011 Barolos from Giacomo Grimaldi!Read More -
December 9th, 2015
Donatella Cinelli Colombini Prime Donne Project on Tuscan Vines
From John Fodera at Tuscan Vines: "Prime Donne..... If ever there were a wine with a story........."Read More -
November 25th, 2015
Remo Farina Wins Best Italian Producer of the Year from International Wine and Spirits Competition
On November 25th, Remo Farina won producer of the year from the International Wine and Spirits Competition in London for their Montefante Amarone.Read More -
November 17th, 2015
Gambero Rosso 2016 Tre Bicchieri Winners at BWM
Wines from Ca' del Bosco, Pala, San Salvatore, Terlano and Villa Medoro have all received Tre Bicchieri this year!Read More -
November, 2015
Terlaner I Grand Cuvee 2012 on James Suckling's Top 100 Wines of 2015
97 points for Terlaner I - a top wine of 2015!Read More -
November, 2015
Pala Silenzi Rosso 2014 in Wine Enthusiast
90 pts and #70 in Wine Enthusiast's TOP 100 Best Buy Wines of 2015Read More -
October, 2015
Tolaini Al Passo 2011 Receives 91 pts. from Wine Advocate
From Monica Larner: "I am a big fan of Tolaini's Al Passo both in terms of its quality and its excellent price point."Read More -
October 31st, 2015
Tolaini Wines in Wine Spectator!
Great scores for the 2011 vintage of Al Passo, Valdisanti, and Chianti Classico Gran Selezione.Read More -
October 29th, 2015
Terlano on James Suckling
So many great scores for Tolaini - click to read more!Read More -
October 29th, 2015
Andriano Wines on JamesSuckling.com
92 points for Andriano Pinot Grigio, 93 points for Andriano Gewurztraminer and lots more amazing scores from James Suckling!Read More -
October 22nd, 2015
BWM Wines in James Suckling Top 100 Italian Wines of 2015!
Big scores for Banville wines in this list - click to read more!Read More -
October 19th, 2015
Tolaini Al Passo 2011 is Wine Spectator's "Daily Wine Pick"!
91 points and "Daily Wine Pick" for October 19th, 2015!Read More -
October 14th, 2015
Donatella Cinelli Colombini in Wine Spectator
Great scores for DCC in Wine Spectator!Read More -
October 7th, 2015
What's New at Tolaini 2015
Find out what's new at Tolaini in Tuscany - harvest info and more!Read More -
October, 2015
Pala in Wine Enthusiast
Great scores for Pala wines in the October, 2015 issue of Wine EnthusiastRead More -
September, 2015
Wonderful Accolades for San Salvatore on AG Vinous
Great scores for San Salvatore Trentenare and Pian di Stio - read all about it!Read More -
September, 2015
Tolaini on AG Vinous
Great scores for Valdisanti and Picconero from Antonio Galloni at Vinous.Read More -
September 1st, 2015
Tolaini Chianti Classico Gran Selezione 2011 in Wine Enthusiast
Tolaini's single vineyard Chianti Classico Gran Selezione receives 91 points from Wine Enthusiast in the September 1st, 2015 issue.Read More -
July 23rd, 2015
DCC Brunello 2010 rated 2nd in NY Times Brunello Tasting
Eric Asimov and friends taste through 20 Brunellos - DCC Brunello lands second place!Read More -
July 15th, 2015
Lia Tolaini-Banville and Castelnuovo Berardenga featured on JamesSuckling.com
Learn more about Chianti Classico, specifically the intricacies of Castelnuovo Berardenga.Read More -
July 7th, 2015
Terlano Vorberg Pinot Bianco 2003 in AG Vinous
Vorberg 2003 Chosen as a Cellar Favorite: 94 pts!Read More -
July 1st, 2015
Cain Vineyard & Winery partners with Banville Wine Merchants
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June 23rd, 2015
Farina Amarone Montefante 2010 Receives Award
Farina's Amarone Montefante 2010 won the Indigenous Grape Varieties trophy at the International Wine and Spirit Competition 2015 (IWSC).Read More -
June 20th, 2015
Pala Silenzi Rosé 2014 on AG Vinous - 90 pts.
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June, 2015
Banville Wines awarded at the San Francisco IWC 2015
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June 1st, 2015
Terlano Montigl Pinot Noir 2012 in Wine Enthusiast
90 points to Terlano Montigl Pinot Noir!Read More -
May, 2015
Farina Wines Awarded at Decanter World Wine Awards 2015
Farina Amarone and Riserva Montefante awarded at DECANTER WWA 2015Read More -
May 1st, 2015
DCC Prime Donne Brunello 2010 in Wine Enthusiast
93 points for DCC Prime Donne Brunello!Read More -
April 30th, 2015
San Salvatore in The Wine Advocate
Monica Larner: "San Salvatore 1988 is an estate to watch and I'm sure we will be hearing more from them in the future. I was largely impressed by this collection of new releases."Read More -
April, 2015
Farina at the International Wine Competition 2015, VinItaly
Farina is awarded at the International Wine Competition 2015, VinItalyRead More -
April, 2015
Pala and the International Wine Competition 2015, Vinitaly
Pala is awarded at the International Wine Competition 2015, VinitalyRead More -
February 2015
Tolaini in the February 2015 issue of Decanter!
Read more about the history of the Tolaini Estate as well as info about current vintages.Download -
January 2015
Gambero Rosso Tre Bicchieri 2015
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April 2014
Tolaini Supertuscans Against the World's Best!
In Houston, Texas on April 16th, Craig Collins MS, led a blind comparative tasting of 2010 vintages with 12 top American sommeliers at Del Frisco's.Read More