Wine Cellar

We “discovered” San Felice Toscana A.D. 714 wines several years ago, so when we had the opportunity to meet and have lunch with their Head Winemaker Francesca Giuggioli for the San Felice Chianti Classico estate, in New York City at Peasant Restaurant owned by Chef Marc Forgione, of course we said “si, grazie.” Discussing San Felice wines with Francesca, paired with delectable Italian cuisine was the perfect way to spend a Monday afternoon learning about their wine over enjoyable conversation. …

A cold and snowy February day in New York City was not going to get in the way of experiencing the current and next releases of Brunello di Montalcino wines hosted by Consorzio Del Vino Brunello di Montalcino, and held at 583 Park Avenue in the heart of New York City.  I looked forward to the Benvenuto Brunello NY event to sample the latest releases alongside other denomination wines of the territory. With just under 200 bottles to be experienced, …

Tenuta Luce 2022, 30ª Vendemmia from Montalcino, Tuscany, Italy, is a celebration of Tenuta Luce’s 30th vintage, and what an incredible vintage it is! Spectacular is the word that comes to mind when describing this sumptuous full-bodied Super Tuscan red wine with its delectable blend of Merlot and Sangiovese grapes, the terroir of Tuscany, and the winemaking expertise of Tenuta Luce. This exceptional wine starts working its magic beginning with its deep ruby color, then entices with its heady aromatic …

For the past 23 years, Royal Wine Corp. has hosted the Kosher Food & Wine Experience (KFWE) bringing together an exceptional portfolio of food and wine. For KFWE 2026, there were 81 wineries from around the world including Argentina, Australia, France, Hungary, Israel, New Zealand, Portugal, South Africa, Spain, and the United States who brought hundreds of wines with them for invited guests to sample, as well as products from 19 spirit vendors from France, Israel, Japan, Mexico, Panama, and …

Looking for something different and interesting for your restaurant or home bar? Orchard Grove Orange Aperitif Wine from Provence, France is perfect to serve chilled as an aperitif wine, to serve on the rocks, or use it in cocktail and culinary recipes. Luxury Experience had fun creating two tasty cocktails and a dessert recipe with this French charmer that is imported to the United States by Crillon Importers, LTD. Santé! Orchard Grove Orange Aperitif Wine Information Grapes: Rosé wine infused …

The holiday season was off to a “bubbly” start with the Asti Vibes Party held at Gary’s Loft in Manhattan on Wednesday, November 19, 2025, and Luxury Experience was on hand to celebrate and raise a glass (or two) to toast the holidays and to Asti Spumante, Italy’s first sparkling wine, and to Moscato d’Asti DOCG. Created in the Piedmont region, Asti Spumante DOCG as well as Moscato d’Asti DOCG celebrate Italian style, tradition, and winemaking technique. Flavorful sparkling and …

Big, bold, and sensational, San Felice La Pieve Chianti Classico Gran Selezione DOCG 2021, part of San Felice’s Vitiarium collection is a delectable standout in their collection. A full-bodied wine from Tuscany, Italy with heady aromatics on the nose and luscious and juicy blackcurrants, violets, and tobacco on the palate, offers a balance of tannins, structure, and acidity, making it a darling to pair with a variety of food including game, roast meat, and cheese. Salud and mangia bene! The …

Pouilly-Fumé AOC, Lot 171, Reserve Series, 2023, 90+ Cellars, from the Vallee de Loire, France is a perfect white wine choice to pair with Autumn and Winter richer and heartier meals. Rich aromatic mineral, floral, and citrus notes on the nose, follow through on the palate for a crisp and elegant finish. We paired this delicious wine with our recipe for Luxury Experience – Homemade Truffle Gnocchi with Shitake and Brown Beech Mushrooms in a Wild Mushroom Brie Sauce. The …

The Ideal Glass Studios located at West 8th Street off of Fifth Avenue in New York City, New York was transformed into a delectable taste of Portugal for the Port Wine Fest NYC 2025 – a festival of Portuguese Wines, with a selection of 211 Portuguese wines and Ports to sample paired with Portuguese cuisine from the New York restaurant, Leitao, prepared by Executive Chef & Owner Nuno Sousa. On Tuesday, October 7, 2025, we spent an educational afternoon at …

The aromatics alone of Clos Mogador Gratallops 2022 Priorat from Spain seduced our senses before we even took a sip of this exceptional wine. Once sipped, on the palate, notes of black currents, violets, black cherries, earthy and leathery notes followed through for a layered complexity, a full-bodied wine, with an elegant yet powerful finish. This wine would make a fabulous addition to a collector’s cellar or as a gift for a special someone. Clos Mogador Gratallops 2022 Priorat Grape …