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Welcome to Banfi

A premium wine company, family-owned since 1919 and currently led by 3rd generation family proprietor and CEO Cristina Mariani-May
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Our Portfolio

Banfi is the sole U.S. importer of the Mariani family’s internationally renowned wine estates in Italy — Castello Banfi of Montalcino, Tuscany, and Banfi Piemonte of Strevi, Piedmont. Banfi’s domestic portfolio is a collection of boutique brands from the Pacific Northwest and its ownership interests extend to Natura wines, produced by Emiliana Organic Vineyards, Chile.

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Castello Banfi Brunello
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Banfi Chianti
Banfi Estate Whites
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Centine
Rosa Regale
Banfi Sparkling & Rose
Artist Series
Other Italian Wines
Pacific Rim Classics
Rainstorm
Silver Totem
Thick Skinned
Natura

Our Company

For over a century, Banfi has been committed to the wine industry, focused on building a portfolio of quality brands with an emphasis on sustainability and education. Highly recognized, trusted and beloved by consumers, Banfi brands offer luxury across all price points, are highly rated and have become leaders in their respective categories.

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Reviews

92 pts
2016 Thick Skinned Red Mountain
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92 pts
Thick Skinned 2016 Thick Skinned Red Mountain
Date posted: April 1, 2024
90 pts
2016 Pacific Rim Solstice Vineyard Riesling
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90 pts
Pacific Rim Classics 2016 Pacific Rim Solstice Vineyard Riesling
Date posted: April 1, 2024
94 pts
2017 Thick Skinned Red Mountain
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94 pts
Thick Skinned 2017 Thick Skinned Red Mountain
Date posted: April 1, 2024
92 pts
2015 Thick Skinned Red Mountain92
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92 pts
Thick Skinned 2015 Thick Skinned Red Mountain92
Date posted: April 1, 2024
92 pts
2018 Thick Skinned Red Mountain
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92 pts
Thick Skinned 2018 Thick Skinned Red Mountain
Date posted: April 1, 2024
94 pts
2019 Poggio alle Mura Brunello di Montalcino DOCG
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94 pts
Castello Banfi Brunello 2019 Poggio alle Mura Brunello di Montalcino DOCG

Full of bright cherry and raspberry flavors, this round red delivers a lot of immediate appeal, yet also boasts a solid layer of supportive tannins. Wild herb, iron and tobacco accents chime in on the extended finish, showing terrific balance and finesse. Best from 2027 through 2042.

Date posted: April 1, 2024
95 pts
2019 Vigna Marrucheto Brunello di Montalcino DOCG
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95 pts
Castello Banfi Brunello 2019 Vigna Marrucheto Brunello di Montalcino DOCG

Textbook Sangiovese flavors of cherry, iron and sanguine add hints of menthol and tar to the mix in this sleek, tightly wound version. Pointed tannins leave their mark on the finish, but not before this plays out with intensity and vigor. Best from 2027 through 2043.

Date posted: March 28, 2024
94 pts
2019 Castello Banfi Brunello di Montalcino DOCG
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94 pts
Castello Banfi Brunello 2019 Castello Banfi Brunello di Montalcino DOCG

A refined and generous Brunello, exhibiting plum, cherry, strawberry and even floral flavors. This strives for elegance, achieving it with harmony and a line of fine-grained tannins on the lingering finish. There's ample fruit midpalate that resonates on the mineral finish, showing fine definition. Best from 2026 through 2040.

Date posted: March 28, 2024
94 pts
2021 Magna Cum Laude Toscana IGT
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94 pts
Castello Banfi Super Tuscans 2021 Magna Cum Laude Toscana IGT
Date posted: February 20, 2024
91 pts
2022 Stil Novo Toscano All'uso Toscana IGT
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91 pts
Banfi Estate Reds 2022 Stil Novo Toscano All'uso Toscana IGT
Date posted: February 20, 2024
BestBuy
2021 Centine Rosso Toscana IGT
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BestBuy
Centine 2021 Centine Rosso Toscana IGT
Date posted: February 20, 2024
90, BestBuy
2021 Col di Sasso Toscana IGT
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90, BestBuy
Artist Series 2021 Col di Sasso Toscana IGT
Date posted: February 20, 2024
91 pts
2020 Aska Bolgheri Rosso DOC
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91 pts
Banfi Estate Reds 2020 Aska Bolgheri Rosso DOC
Date posted: February 20, 2024
92 pts
2020 Banfi Aska Toscana IGT
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92 pts
Banfi Estate Reds 2020 Banfi Aska Toscana IGT

Deep character of ripe purple fruit with sweet spices, violets and chocolate notes. Full-bodied, succulent and mellow with creamy tannins and velvety texture. Fruity and lingering. Sustainable.

Date posted: October 5, 2023
95 pts
2018 Castello Banfi Poggio Alle Mura Brunello di Montalcino DOCG
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95 pts
Castello Banfi Brunello 2018 Castello Banfi Poggio Alle Mura Brunello di Montalcino DOCG
Date posted: October 4, 2023
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For over a century, Banfi has been committed to the wine industry, focused on building a portfolio of quality brands with an emphasis on sustainability and education. Highly recognized, trusted and beloved by consumers, Banfi brands offer luxury across all price points, are highly rated and have become leaders in their respective categories.

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Reviews

90 pts
2016 Pacific Rim Solstice Vineyard Riesling
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90 pts
Pacific Rim Classics 2016 Pacific Rim Solstice Vineyard Riesling
Date posted: April 1, 2024
BestBuy
2022 Pacific Rim Dry Riesling
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BestBuy
Pacific Rim Classics 2022 Pacific Rim Dry Riesling

Crisp and fresh aromas of saline, lavender and chilled Asian pear slices are a nice start. Meyer lemon and grapefruit flavors are seasoned with spicy clove and ginger notes and a touch of pine needles. More acidity would be welcome, but overall an enjoyable wine.

Date posted: September 12, 2023
BestBuy
2022 Pacific Rim Riesling
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Pacific Rim Classics 2022 Pacific Rim Riesling

The wine's primary aroma of pineapples and wet rocks is joined by a trace of something smoky, like a roaring campfire at the beach. Peaches and lemon-lime soda pop flavors are tempered by a bit of orange zest. This off-dry Riesling is need of a bit more acidity.

Date posted: September 12, 2023
BestBuy
2022 Pacific Rim Sweet Riesling
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Pacific Rim Classics 2022 Pacific Rim Sweet Riesling

This is indeed a sweet wine. The wine also has plenty of acidity, so it has that going for it. Aromas of lemon tarts and 7-Up are a canary in the residual sugar coal mine. Flavors like lemon drop hard candies and a peach margarita continue the theme. The wine is sweet without hitting cloying territory.

Date posted: September 12, 2023
BestBuy
2021 Pacific Rim Dry Riesling
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Pacific Rim Classics 2021 Pacific Rim Dry Riesling

Aromas of flower, Nestea iced tea, apricot and peach hard candy lead to body-dry flavors. It's full in feel. There's a lot of value to be had.

Date posted: September 30, 2022
90 pts
2021 Pacific Rim Riesling
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90 pts
Pacific Rim Classics 2021 Pacific Rim Riesling

Top 100 Best Buy for 2022

The aromas provide plenty of appeal, with notes lime leaf, herb, peach and jasmine. Off-dry-drinking stone-fruit flavors follow. There's pleasing acidity throughout.

Date posted: September 30, 2022
BestBuy
2021 Pacific Rim Sweet Riesling
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Pacific Rim Classics 2021 Pacific Rim Sweet Riesling

Aromas of jasmine, flower, apricot and peach lead to medium-sweet stone-fruit flavors. The sweetness and acidity play well off each other. It brings a lot of value.

Date posted: September 30, 2022
Year's Best
2021 Pacific Rim Sweet Riesling
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Year's Best
Pacific Rim Classics 2021 Pacific Rim Sweet Riesling

Year's Best for $20 or Less

Date posted: September 30, 2022
Excellence Award
2019 Pacific Rim Solstice Vineyard Riesling
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Excellence Award
Pacific Rim Classics 2019 Pacific Rim Solstice Vineyard Riesling
Date posted: September 29, 2022
90 pts
2018 Pacific Rim Vin De Glacière
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90 pts
Pacific Rim Classics 2018 Pacific Rim Vin De Glacière

Expressive aromas of orange marmalade, citrus, brown sugar and honey are followed by sweet, rich but well balanced fruit flavors. The variety's pleasing sense of acidity keeps the sugar well in check. Marmalade notes linger on the finish.

Date posted: August 11, 2022
BestBuy
2020 Pacific Rim Sweet Riesling
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Pacific Rim Classics 2020 Pacific Rim Sweet Riesling

Top 100 Best Buys of 2021

The aromas are bright, with notes of freshly cut apple and white peach. Sweet but well-balanced fruit flavors follow, with Nestea Lemon Iced Tea notes on the finish

Date posted: August 11, 2021
BestBuy
2020 Pacific Rim Dry Riesling
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Pacific Rim Classics 2020 Pacific Rim Dry Riesling

BEST BUY

Date posted: August 11, 2021
Smart Buy
2019 Pacific Rim Sweet Riesling
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Smart Buy
Pacific Rim Classics 2019 Pacific Rim Sweet Riesling

Smart Buy

Soft and fairly sweet, with honeysuckle and orange blossom aromas and tropical fruit flavors.

Date posted: January 6, 2021
90 pts
2018 Pacific Rim Sweet Riesling
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90 pts
Pacific Rim Classics 2018 Pacific Rim Sweet Riesling
Date posted: September 27, 2019
91 pts
2016 Pacific Rim Solstice Vineyard Riesling
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91 pts
Pacific Rim Classics 2016 Pacific Rim Solstice Vineyard Riesling

The aromas draw you into the glass, with notes of lime leaf, herb, pear and flower. Dry, well-balanced fruit flavors follow, backed by lively acidity. Beautiful stuff.

Date posted: January 31, 2019
BestBuy
Pacific Rim Sweet Riesling
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Pacific Rim Classics Pacific Rim Sweet Riesling

BEST BUY

Date posted: January 31, 2019
BestBuy
2017 Pacific Rim Dry Riesling
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BestBuy
Pacific Rim Classics 2017 Pacific Rim Dry Riesling

BEST BUY

Date posted: January 31, 2019
Best Value
2016 Pacific Rim Sweet Riesling
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Best Value
Pacific Rim Classics 2016 Pacific Rim Sweet Riesling

Best Value

Soft and delicately sweet, with lively pineapple and lemon flavors that show spicy accents. Drink now.

Date posted: August 14, 2018
BestBuy
2016 Pacific Rim Sweet Riesling
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BestBuy
Pacific Rim Classics 2016 Pacific Rim Sweet Riesling

BEST BUY

Date posted: August 14, 2018
BestBuy
2016 Pacific Rim Dry Riesling
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BestBuy
Pacific Rim Classics 2016 Pacific Rim Dry Riesling

BEST BUY

Date posted: August 14, 2018
Best Value
2015 Pacific Rim Sweet Riesling
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Best Value
Pacific Rim Classics 2015 Pacific Rim Sweet Riesling

Best Value

Date posted: November 18, 2016
BestBuy
2013 Pacific Rim Dry Riesling
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Pacific Rim Classics 2013 Pacific Rim Dry Riesling

BEST BUY

Appealing notes include pear, jasmine and orange blossom. It drinks a hair off dry with stone fruit flavors that seem a bit dilute

Date posted: October 12, 2015
92 pts
2012 Pacific Rim Vin de Glaciere Riesling - Organic Grapes
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92 pts
Pacific Rim Classics 2012 Pacific Rim Vin de Glaciere Riesling - Organic Grapes

Sweet, polished, focused and expressive, playing the grapefruit, pear and spice flavors against bracing acidity. This avoids being cloying, and persists harmoniously. Delicious now, but should deepen with cellaring. Drink now through 2025.— H.S. (5 March 2015)

Date posted: March 6, 2015
BestBuy
2012 Pacific Rim Riesling
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BestBuy
Pacific Rim Classics 2012 Pacific Rim Riesling

BEST BUY (May 2014)

Date posted: March 27, 2014
BestBuy
2012 Pacific Rim Dry Riesling
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Pacific Rim Classics 2012 Pacific Rim Dry Riesling

BEST BUY

Penetrating aromas suggest lemon oil and citrus blossom, with a hint of terpene. This is the driest version of this wine to date, with residual sugar down around 0.5%. Pear skin, pear flesh and citrus carry it through a lengthy finish. May 2014

Date posted: March 27, 2014
BestBuy
2012 Pacific Rim Sweet Riesling
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Pacific Rim Classics 2012 Pacific Rim Sweet Riesling

BEST BUY (May 2014)

Date posted: March 27, 2014
90 pts
2011 Pacific Rim Vin de Glaciere Riesling - Organic Grapes
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90 pts
Pacific Rim Classics 2011 Pacific Rim Vin de Glaciere Riesling - Organic Grapes

Sweet and silky, balanced with aggressive acidity. The poached pear, pineapple and spice flavors linger on the finish. Drink now through 2015. 1,400 cases made. -HS 11/30/12

Date posted: June 25, 2013
91 pts
2011 Pacific Rim Dry Riesling
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91 pts
Pacific Rim Classics 2011 Pacific Rim Dry Riesling

BEST BUY ~ # 10 TOP 100 BEST BUYS 2012 ~

A Fresh and textural wine, this puts a spicy spin on citrus rind and stone fruit flavors of peach and apricot. There’s an intriguing hint of white pepper as well, and an overall sensation of density, intensity and exceptional length. – PG 9/01/12

Date posted: June 25, 2013
90 pts
2010 Pacific Rim Riesling
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90 pts
Pacific Rim Classics 2010 Pacific Rim Riesling

#1 TOP 100 2011 ~ Rich on the borderline between dry and sweet, this richly fruity riesling is packed with flavors or peach, apricot, pear, a hint of mint, and a streak of wet stone. There is a lot going on for such an inexpensive wine. – PG 11/01/11

Date posted: June 25, 2013
BestBuy
2011 Pacific Rim Riesling
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Pacific Rim Classics 2011 Pacific Rim Riesling

BEST BUY ~ The sweetness gauge on the back label indicates this as medium dry, and at 3.2% residual sugar, there is more than a hint of sweetness. It’s all in fine balance, full flavored, fruity and round. A mix of peaches, apricots and Mandarin oranges makes this an interesting Riesling with some complexity. — […]

Date posted: June 25, 2013
90 pts
2011 Pacific Rim Vin de Glaciere Riesling - Organic Grapes
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90 pts
Pacific Rim Classics 2011 Pacific Rim Vin de Glaciere Riesling - Organic Grapes

Sweet and silky, balanced with aggressive acidity. The poached pear, pineapple and spice flavors linger on the finish. Drink now through 2015. 1,400 cases made. –HS

Date posted: March 14, 2013
BestBuy
2022 Rainstorm Pinot Gris
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Rainstorm 2022 Rainstorm Pinot Gris

Aromas of lemon-scented candle wax and spicy gypsy peppers collide with the earthy aroma of petrichor after a good summer rainstorm. Talk about a Rainsong. Lemon zest and pine needle make up the lion's share of the flavors, with nice acidity backing them up.

Date posted: September 12, 2023
90 pts
2021 Rainstorm Pinot Gris
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90 pts
Rainstorm 2021 Rainstorm Pinot Gris

Year's Best for $20 or Less

Date posted: September 30, 2022
90 pts
2019 Rainstorm Pinot Noir
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90 pts
Rainstorm 2019 Rainstorm Pinot Noir

EDITORS’ CHOICE

This well-constructed value wine offers light raspberry and strawberry buoyed by gentle acidity. There is just enough of a phenolic edge to the tannins to keep the finish firm.

Date posted: March 4, 2022
90 pts
2012 Pinot Gris
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90 pts
Rainstorm 2012 Pinot Gris

Top 100 Best Buys of 2013

Spicy and intense, this excellent Pinot Gris is loaded with Gravenstein apple, cut pear and a taste of orange peel. Surprising length and power for a European-styled wine, with modest alcohol. Best Buy. – Paul Gregutt

Date posted: August 19, 2013
90 pts
2011 Pinot Gris
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90 pts
Rainstorm 2011 Pinot Gris

BEST BUY ~ This is the first release from Rainstorm, part of the expanding Mariani Family presence in the Pacific Northwest. It’s bone dry, immaculately fresh, and lees-aged, with lovely depth and finesse. Flavors of melon and cucumber dominate, and the crisp acidity offers bracing minerality. — P.G. (8/1/2012)

Date posted: June 25, 2013
90 pts
2011 Pinot Gris
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90 pts
Rainstorm 2011 Pinot Gris

This is the first release from Rainstorm, part of the expanding Mariani Family presence in the Pacific Northwest. It’s bone dry, immaculately fresh, and lees-aged, with lovely depth and finesse. Flavors of melon and cucumber dominate, and the crisp acidity offers bracing minerality. – P.G.

Date posted: March 13, 2013
92 pts
2018 Thick Skinned Red Mountain
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92 pts
Thick Skinned 2018 Thick Skinned Red Mountain
Date posted: April 1, 2024
94 pts
2017 Thick Skinned Red Mountain
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94 pts
Thick Skinned 2017 Thick Skinned Red Mountain
Date posted: April 1, 2024
92 pts
2016 Thick Skinned Red Mountain
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92 pts
Thick Skinned 2016 Thick Skinned Red Mountain
Date posted: April 1, 2024
92 pts
2015 Thick Skinned Red Mountain92
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92 pts
Thick Skinned 2015 Thick Skinned Red Mountain92
Date posted: April 1, 2024
90 pts
2017 Thick Skinned Red Mountain Blend
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90 pts
Thick Skinned 2017 Thick Skinned Red Mountain Blend

Cellar Selection

This is 56.5% Cabernet Sauvignon, 33.8% Malbec and 9.7% Petit Verdot. Brooding aromas of dark fruit, blackberry, cherry and tar are followed by surprisingly lighter styled fruit flavors. There's plenty of acidity and tannin structure there. Time will serve it well.

Date posted: May 20, 2021
90 pts
2016 Thick Skinned Red Mountain
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90 pts
Thick Skinned 2016 Thick Skinned Red Mountain

Potent and dense, with sturdy blackberry, orange zest and dark chocolate accents that finish with mild tannic grip. Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec and Petit Verdot

Date posted: August 18, 2020
90 pts
2015 Thick Skinned Red Mountain Blend
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90 pts
Thick Skinned 2015 Thick Skinned Red Mountain Blend

This wine is a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon (60%), Malbec (33%) and Petit Verdot. It's aromatically locked up on first pour, showing whiffs of cherry and spice. The palate is considerably more expressive, packed with rich, dense, jammy black cherry flavors surrounded by a pleasing sense of structure.

Date posted: May 1, 2019
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For over a century, Banfi has been committed to the wine industry, focused on building a portfolio of quality brands with an emphasis on sustainability and education. Highly recognized, trusted and beloved by consumers, Banfi brands offer luxury across all price points, are highly rated and have become leaders in their respective categories.

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BestBuy
2021 Natura Sauvignon Blanc
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BestBuy
Natura 2021 Natura Sauvignon Blanc
Date posted: October 4, 2023
90 pts
2022 Natura Pinot Noir
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90 pts
Natura 2022 Natura Pinot Noir

Some mossy berries and a hint of sweet spices to the strawberries. Juicy and bright on the palate with some restrained sweet-sour fruit. Clean and concise. Most of the grapes are from Bio-Bio, with some from Colchagua. Drink now.

Date posted: August 6, 2023
90 pts
2022 Natura Cabernet Sauvignon
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90 pts
Natura 2022 Natura Cabernet Sauvignon

Fruity and expressive on the nose with some nice white pepper and currants. Juicy and generous on the medium-bodied palate with a nice crunch to the sweet cherry fruit. Nice tannin tension here. Drink now.

Date posted: August 6, 2023
BestBuy
2021 Natura Merlot
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Natura 2021 Natura Merlot

This Merlot has nice acidity and a spicy nose that includes hints of berries. Chewy tannins frame a palate with mild blackberry flavors that fade into a brief finish.

Date posted: May 18, 2023
BestBuy
2021 Natura Pinot Noir
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Natura 2021 Natura Pinot Noir
Date posted: May 18, 2023
BestBuy
2021 Natura Carmenere
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Natura 2021 Natura Carmenere

Aromas of ripe berries introduce a palate with the same fruit notes and a touch of grass. It's an easy-sipping wine, with light tannins and gentle acidity.

Date posted: March 27, 2023
90 pts
2021 Natura Rosé
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90 pts
Natura 2021 Natura Rosé

Fresh grapefruit and some scented flowers and wet stones on the nose, followed by nectarines on the palate. An elegant and supple rosé. From organically grown grapes with Ecocert certification. Vegan. Drink now. Screw cap.

Date posted: April 28, 2022
90 pts
2021 Natura Pinot Noir
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90 pts
Natura 2021 Natura Pinot Noir

Cranberries, cherries and some herbs on the nose. This is a juicy and bright pinot with some herbs, red dates and white pepper on the palate. Easy-drinking style with some tannins. From organically grown grapes with Ecocert certification. Vegan. Drink now. Screw cap.

Date posted: April 28, 2022
90 pts
2021 Natura Cabernet Sauvignon
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90 pts
Natura 2021 Natura Cabernet Sauvignon

Savory cranberries, cumin and some redcurrants and plums. Nicely generous and bright with juicy fruit and firm tannins on the palate and a flavorful finish. From organically grown grapes with Ecocert certification. Vegan. Drink now.

Date posted: April 28, 2022
92 pts
2020 Natura Pinot Noir
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92 pts
Natura 2020 Natura Pinot Noir

Sour cherries, redcurrants, dried flowers and smoky undertones. It’s medium-bodied with creamy tannins. Crisp and crunchy with pure, juicy character. Flavorful finish with good length. From organically grown grapes. Vegan. Drink or hold. Screw cap.

Date posted: June 1, 2021
91 pts
2020 Natura Rosé
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91 pts
Natura 2020 Natura Rosé

A juicy, fruity red with some cooked fruit, yet it comes out fresh and vivid at the finish. Medium body. Drink now.

Date posted: June 1, 2021
Gold
2014 Natura Carmenere
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Gold
Natura 2014 Natura Carmenere

2016 TEXSOM International Wine Competition Gold Medal

Date posted: May 9, 2016
Gold
2014 Natura Sauvignon Blanc
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Gold
Natura 2014 Natura Sauvignon Blanc
Date posted: March 19, 2015
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