Rustica Fresh Italian Kitchen

Name: Rustica Fresh Italian Kitchen
Address: 2574 Camino Entrada, Santa Fe, NM, United States, 87507-4851
Telephone: (505) 780-5279
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.4

4.4

440 Reviews

$30 and under

Italian

Rustica Fresh Italian Kitchen

4.4

$30 and under

Italian

Santa Fe

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 4, 2024

7:30 p.m.

Booked 12 times today

Neighbourhood gem
Good for groups
Good for special occasions

Our menu features everyone’s favorite Italian dishes. The pasta is made in-house and all ingredients are carefully sourced. Whether you are celebrating a special occasion or just want to grab a quick bite to eat, Rustica will satisfy your senses on every level. Come enjoy one of our signature drinks for Happy Hour on our covered and heated patio.
We leave a select amount of tables available for walk-ins each evening.

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian, Sicilian
Hours of Operation
Lunch Mon–Sat 11:00 am–4:30 pm Sun 12:00 pm–4:30 pm Dinner Daily 4:30 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(505) 780-5279
Website
https://rusticasantafe.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Chef Pablo Sanchez

Location
2574 Camino Entrada, Santa Fe, NM 87507-4851
Neighbourhood
Santa Fe
Parking details
Private Lot
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

Bread BasketUS$3.00
Focaccia & Olive Bread with Rosemary Garlic Infused Oil
Garlic BreadUS$8.00
Butter, Parmesan, Mozzarella, Roasted Garlic, Red Sauce
MeatballsUS$10.00
Beef and Heritage Pork, Red Sauce, Pecorino Romano, Grilled Bread
AranciniUS$10.00
Crispy Fried Rice Balls, Fresh Mozzarella, Red Sauce
BurrataUS$12.00
Pistachio and Basil Pesto, Sweety Drops, Crispy Prosciutto, Crostini
Eggplant TimbaleUS$12.00
Warm Feta Center, Red Sauce, Gluten Free Flatbread
Crispy CalamariUS$12.00
Pepperoncini, Red Sauce, Lemon Aioli
Golden Beet and PearUS$13.00
Labneh, Pistachio, Mint, Balsamic
Beef CarpaccioUS$16.00
Anchovy Aioli, Freeze Dried Corn, Capers, Micro Greens, Shaved Parmesan, Crostini

Salads

Add Protein: All Natural Grilled Chicken Breast $6, Grilled Atlantic Salmon (4oz) $8, (7oz) $11

HouseUS$5.00
Mixed Greens, Cucumber, Heirloom Cherry Tomato, Red onion, Carrot, Radish, Rosemary Croutons, Served with Balsamic or Roasted Garlic Ranch
Rustica CaesarUS$6.00
Romaine, Parmigiano Reggiano, Heirloom Cherry Tomato, Rosemary Croutons, Pesto Caesar
Butternut Squash and ArugulaUS$7.00
Pomegranate, Pistachio, Feta, Date and Whole Grain Mustard Vinaigrette
Farro and Artichoke SaladUS$9.00
Marinated Artichoke, Mixed Greens, Red Onion, Feta Cheese, Cherry Tomato, Basil Pistachio Vinaigrette, Crostini

Pizza

All pizzas 10 inches. Substitute gluten free crust for $2

MargheritaUS$11.00
Fresh Mozzarella, Basil, Olive Oil, Red Sauce
PepperoniUS$12.00
Fresh Mozzarella, Pepperoni, Red Sauce
Ranch HouseUS$12.00
Provolone, Sharp Cheddar, Pulled Pork, Red Onion, Jalapeño, Ranch House Barbecue Sauce
RusticaUS$12.00
Olive Oil, Garlic, Ricotta, Fresh Mozzarella, Gorgonzola, Pecorino Romano, Red Onion, Prosciutto, Calabrian Chile Honey
Butternut Squash and Goat CheeseUS$13.00
Roasted Garlic Puree, Fresh Mozzarella, Red Onion, Arugula, Balsamic
BurrataUS$15.00
Grilled Chicken, Red Onion, Sundried Tomato, Pistachio Basil Pesto, Pecorino Romano

Pasta

Substitute Gluten Free Fettuccini for $2. Add Grilled Sage Bake House Bread for $1

Cavatelli Primavera*US$17.00
Housemade Pasta, Parmesan Pesto Cream Sauce, Veggies
Wild Mushroom RavioliUS$17.00
Creamy Goat Cheese Sauce, Cremini Mushroom, Truffle Oil
Bucatini al AmatricianiUS$18.00
Housemade Pasta, Guanciale, Red Pepper Flakes, Tomato, Toasted Breadcrumbs, Pecorino Romano
Pappardelle BologneseUS$18.00
Housemade Pasta, Traditional With Pork & Beef, Parmigiano Reggiano, Pecorino Romano
Shrimp PicattaUS$18.00
Housemade Spaghetti, Butter, Garlic, Capers, White Wine, Tomato, Lemon
Lasagna*US$18.00
Parmesan Beschamel, Bolognese
Pasta alla VodkaUS$19.00
Creste Di Gallo, Grilled Chicken, Broccolini, Parmesan, Pecorino Romano

Mains

Chicken MarsalaUS$19.00
All Natural Chicken Breast, Marsala Wine, Chicken Demi, Mushrooms, Goat Cheese Polenta, Broccolini
Chicken Parmesan*US$19.00
All-natural Chicken Breast, Red Sauce, Provolone, Rigatoni Alla Vodka
Pork MilaneseUS$20.00
Crispy and Crunchy Pork Cutlet, Apple Agrodolce, Fresh Arugula, Julienne Apple, Red Onion, Shaved Parmesan, Balsamic, Calabrian Chile Aioli
Grilled Atlantic Salmon*US$24.00
Limoncello Crusted, Gigante Bean Ragu
Crispy Skin BranzinoUS$24.00
Salsa Verde, Crispy Garlic Potatoes, Oven Roasted Tomatoes, Broccolini
Red Wine Braised Chuck RoastUS$25.00
Veal Demi, Soft Goat Cheese Polenta, Pearl Onions

Sides

All $6

Soft Goat Cheese Polenta
Creamy Vegetable Farro
Broccolini with Lemon, Garlic and Butter
Crispy Garlic Potatoes

Sparkling / White / Rosé

Clos du Bois Sauvignon Blanc, 2019, CA
Lemongrass & Grapefruit
- GlassUS$9.00
- BottleUS$26.00
Château St. Michelle Chardonnay, 2019, WA
Creamy, Vanilla, Soft Oak
- GlassUS$8.00
- BottleUS$23.00
La Giana Pinot Grigio, 2020 Friuli Venezia, Italy
Fruit Driven with Nice Body
- GlassUS$8.00
- BottleUS$27.00
Cantina Ostro Prosecco Brut NV D.O.C. Friuli Prata di Pordenone, Italy
Ripe Peaches & Flowers
- GlassUS$10.00
- BottleUS$30.00
Gerard Bertrand Cote De Roses Rose , 2022, Languedoc, France
Summer Fruits, Floral Notes
- GlassUS$8.00
- BottleUS$27.00
Castello del Poggio Moscato, Italy
Fresh, Crisp, Floral
- GlassUS$10.00
- BottleUS$30.00
Tentua San Lorenzo Gavi, 2020 Piedmont, Italy**
Dry, Light, Crisp
- GlassUS$11.00
- BottleUS$33.00
Sonoma Cutrer Russian River Chardonnay, 2020, Sonoma, CA**
Zesty Lemon & Green Apple
- GlassUS$13.00
- BottleUS$35.00
La Colonne Vermentino 2019, Costa Toscana, Italy**
Citrus, Flowers, Herbs
- GlassUS$14.00
- BottleUS$36.00
Ruffino Prosecco Rosé, Veneto, ItalyUS$23.00
Fresh, Strawberry, Rose Petals
Chateau St. Michelle Riesling Columbia Valley, WashingtonUS$23.00
Crisp acidity, Peach, Honey
Kim Crawford Sauvignon Blanc 2020, Marlboro, NZUS$30.00
Exuberant, Tropical, Citrus, Floral
Deusa Nai Marques de Caceres, Albariño 2020, Rias Baixas, SpainUS$30.00
Vibrant, Citrus, Green Apple
Gruet Blanc de Noirs Brut, NMUS$33.00
Creamy, Granny Smith Apple, Hazelnut, Pear
Peiropan Soave Classico 2019 Veneto ItalyUS$36.00
Juicy Grapefruit, Lemon Drop, White Peach
Duckhorn Sauvignon Blanc, 2022 Napa CA
Pineapple, Lemon, Subtle Minerality

Red

Ecco Domani Merlot, 2018, Sicily
Plum & Black Cherry
- GlassUS$8.00
- BottleUS$23.00
Ely Paso Robles Cabernet Sauvingon, 2018, CA
Blueberry, Blackberry, Dusty Tannins
- GlassUS$10.00
- BottleUS$30.00
Elouan Pinot Noir, 2018, OR
Bing Cherry, Cocoa, Candied Cranberry
- GlassUS$11.00
- BottleUS$33.00
Banfi Chianti Classico, 2019, Tuscany, Italy
Cherry & Leather
- GlassUS$11.00
- BottleUS$33.00
Lenotti Valpolicella Ripasso 2016, D.O.C. Veneto, Italy**
Light with a Touch of Sweetness
- GlassUS$15.00
- BottleUS$45.00
Michele Chiarlo II Principe Nebbiolo 2018, Piemonte, Italy**
Plums, Violets, Blueberry
- GlassUS$15.00
- BottleUS$45.00
Pine Ridge Cabernet Sauvignon 2018, Napa CA**
Texture, Balance, Silky Tannins
- GlassUS$20.00
- BottleUS$60.00
Frescobaldi Remole Rosso, 2019, Tuscany, ItalyUS$24.00
Intense, Soft, Fruity
Masciarelli Montepulciano d'Abruzzo 2017, ItalyUS$27.00
Rich & Ripe Dark Cherry Fruit, Smokey Notes
G.D. Vajra Langhe Rosso, 2020, D.O.C. Piedmont, ItalyUS$30.00
Certified Organic, Complex, Fruity
Mauro Molino Barbera d'Alba, 2020 D.O.C. Piedmont, ItalyUS$34.00
Fruit Forward & Soft Tannins
Mauro Molino Langhe Nebbiolo 2020, Peidmont, ItalyUS$42.00
Elegant, Hints of Rose and Violet
Hahn SLH Estate Pinot Noir, 2019, Monterey County, CaliforniaUS$48.00
Ripe Berry & Gentle Tannins
Fortulla Rosso Toscano, 2014, I.G.T. Tuscany, ItalyUS$50.00
Big, Bold, Spicy
Paolo Scavino Barolo 2017, D.O.C. Piedmont, ItalyUS$70.00
Fresh & Elegant

Specialty Drinks

Aperol SpritzUS$8.00
Aperol, Prosecco, Soda Water, Fresh Orange
Rosemary Gin and TonicUS$9.00
Local Lock & Pick Gin, Rosemary, Fever Tree Tonic, Lemon, Cucumber
Amaretto Cherry SourUS$10.00
Amaretto, Luxardo Cherry Liqueur, Fresh Lime, Egg white, Soda Water
Wayward Espresso MartiniUS$12.00
Wayward Sons Vodka, St. George Nola Coffee Liqueur, Cold Brew Espresso
BoulevardierUS$12.00
1792 Bourbon, Poli Gran Bassano Rosso, Campari
The Rustica MargaritaUS$12.00
Tres Agaves Blanco, House Made Limoncello, Sfumato Rabarbaro, Fresh Lemon, Fresh Lime, Fresh Strawberry Puree
Black ManhattanUS$12.00
Elijah Craig Straight Rye, Amaro Averna, Cocoa Bitters, Orange Bitters, Amarena Cherry
LimoncelloUS$7.00
Housemade with Organic Meyer Lemons

Beer & Cider

Bud LightUS$5.00
Budweiser ZeroUS$5.00
PeroniUS$6.00
Steele Bender KolschUS$6.00
SFBC Pale AleUS$6.00
Sierra Blanca Brown AleUS$6.00
Tractor CiderUS$7.00
Tractor Blood Orange Cider
- 16 ozUS$7.00

Beers on Tap

16 oz - $6

Beer Creek Cream Ale
SFBC Pepe Loco
Second Street 2920 IPA
Marble Double White

What 440 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.4

4.4 based on recent ratings

4.4Food
4.3Service
4.2Ambience
4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

New Mexico
Child-friendly
New Mexico
Italian
Santa Fe / Mountains
Best Value
Santa Fe / Mountains
Neighbourhood gem

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Rustica Fresh Italian Kitchen is a charming Southern Italian eatery that delights with "delicious homemade pasta" and "high-quality ingredients" at great prices. The "excellent service" is frequently praised, with standout waitstaff such as Enrique and Sarah. It's a "neighborhood favorite" offering a cozy atmosphere, lovely patio dining, and a menu that impresses locals and visitors alike.

440 Reviews

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miel
Washington DC
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Hostess was friendly and we were seated right away. Restaurant was not crowded. Server was super friendly and super attentive. The bolognese pasta and arabiata pasta were both good but the bolognese pasta had chewy pasta, which were excellent. The mushroom ravioli was so good. Pizza was good but nothing to fall over. I gave food 4 stars because overall their food was salty. Everyone drank 2 glasses of water for reference. Great kids menu. I would definitely visit again.
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Michael
Dallas
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 26, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Salad & bread to start was delightful . Good choice of wine, beer and cocktails! All four of us had pasta dishes and they were excellent. We split a desert 4-ways and it was just enough. Great service and value!! We will be back! (actually my wife and I were there last week and we came back with friends)
Rustica Fresh Italian KitchenResponded on November 26, 2024
Thank you for the continued support and the great review Michael!
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Margaret
Las Vegas
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on November 26, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Enjoyed our dinner at Rustica. Service was good, a little noisy but not too bad. Pizza, Salad, Lasagna and Pasta Norma were all good and the garlic bread gets an extra star!
Rustica Fresh Italian KitchenResponded on November 26, 2024
Thank you for the great review Margaret. We hope to see you again soon
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Sriram
New Mexico
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on November 24, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was good - we had beet and pear salad and ravioli. Tiramisu was great!
Rustica Fresh Italian KitchenResponded on November 26, 2024
Thank you for a great review Sriram!
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Rebecca
New Mexico
5 reviews
2.0
5 reviews
Dined on November 23, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 4
Unlike our first time at Rustica (fab), last night was an unmitigated disaster. We received our appetizers in a timely manner, and they were tasty (gluten free bread was excellent!). But, after waiting for our entrees for 1.25 hours, we asked for the check because we weren’t waiting any longer. The management was nice, comped us our appetizers and gave us a $20 voucher for a return trip. I appreciate the minimal effort on their part, but I just don’t know if I want to try eating there again. It is beyond the pale to make people wait that long and then tell them that they will have to continue waiting because the food is still not ready. Really disappointing because, like I said at the start, our first experience was excellent. 1/10 for last night
Rustica Fresh Italian KitchenResponded on November 26, 2024
Hi Rebecca, You are absolutely correct, we did not do the most during your visit to make up for the mistakes that were made. We have addressed this with the manager on duty as well as spoken with your server on how we can avoid an incident like this happening again. Your first (fab) visit is what we want every guest to have at Rustica. This last visit we were not our best, and we are working to address and correct that for future guests. I would like to invite you back, on us, I know we can do better than this. If this is something you would be interested in please call a member of our management team at 505-780-5279. We hope to hear from you soon. Jacinta General Manager
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ROBIN
New Mexico
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 22, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Absolutely loved every dish ordered, Pinot noir excellent and food exceptional.
Rustica Fresh Italian KitchenResponded on November 26, 2024
Thank you Robin!
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Greg
Los Angeles
14 reviews
3.0
14 reviews
Dined on November 20, 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 2
Rustica is a solid, neighborhood-type of place (albeit in auto dealership row) that can't be faulted for trying to reach beyond the norm. Service was attentive, if a little too earnest, with food appearing almost as fast as the drinks. Our table was still wet from the clearing wipe when we were seated (a rooky, icky mistake). Lighting is way too bright in the evening, belying any attempts at intimacy and sophistication. Food is solid but unremarkable, and shifting our orders to a different category may help improve the outcome. Support local restauranteurs but keep in mind that you'll get a fair chunk of corporate look, feel, and taste: in my opinion, they need to dial in the details a few more notches.
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Robin
New Mexico
31 reviews
vip
4.0
31 reviews
Dined on November 13, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lovely front reception; excellent and gracious waiter. Very good American-Italian food. Not authentic Italian; but certainly better than any others in Santa Fe. TiraMisu disapointing--too much whipped cream, not enough lady fingers and chocolate
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Tommy
Orlando
3 reviews
1.0
3 reviews
Dined on November 11, 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
We had a reservation @ 6:30. The hostess acknowledged we were there but walked off and didn’t return for 15 min. Then started helping someone else before seating us. It took another 15 min. Before a server approached the table. We left before ordering. The ambiance is terrible - nothing like the photos shown on open table. Olive Garden would have been better which isn’t a complement!
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Brittany
New Mexico
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on November 10, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We had a great time! Dinner for 2 with apps, bottle of wine, and dessert was about $100. Good value for Santa Fe!
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FAQs

Rustica Fresh Italian Kitchen offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (505) 780-5279.

Rustica Fresh Italian Kitchen is rated 4.4 stars by 440 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Rustica Fresh Italian Kitchen

4.4

$30 and under

Italian

Santa Fe

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 4, 2024

7:30 p.m.

Booked 12 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Rustica Fresh Italian Kitchen

2574 Camino Entrada, Santa Fe, NM 87507-4851

Dining areas

Additional information

Neighbourhood
Santa Fe
Hours of Operation
Lunch Mon–Sat 11:00 am–4:30 pm Sun 12:00 pm–4:30 pm Dinner Daily 4:30 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian, Sicilian
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Private Lot
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Chef Pablo Sanchez
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://rusticasantafe.com/
Phone number
(505) 780-5279

Rustica Fresh Italian Kitchen

Rustica Fresh Italian Kitchen

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Dining areas

Additional information

Pappardelle Bolognese

Chicken Marsala

Chicken Parmesan

Appetizers

Bread BasketUS$3.00

Garlic BreadUS$8.00

MeatballsUS$10.00

AranciniUS$10.00

BurrataUS$12.00

Eggplant TimbaleUS$12.00

Crispy CalamariUS$12.00

Golden Beet and PearUS$13.00

Beef CarpaccioUS$16.00

Salads

HouseUS$5.00

Rustica CaesarUS$6.00

Butternut Squash and ArugulaUS$7.00

Farro and Artichoke SaladUS$9.00

Pizza

MargheritaUS$11.00

PepperoniUS$12.00

Ranch HouseUS$12.00

RusticaUS$12.00

Butternut Squash and Goat CheeseUS$13.00

BurrataUS$15.00

Pasta

Cavatelli Primavera*US$17.00

Wild Mushroom RavioliUS$17.00

Bucatini al AmatricianiUS$18.00

Pappardelle BologneseUS$18.00

Shrimp PicattaUS$18.00

Lasagna*US$18.00

Pasta alla VodkaUS$19.00

Mains

Chicken MarsalaUS$19.00

Chicken Parmesan*US$19.00

Pork MilaneseUS$20.00

Grilled Atlantic Salmon*US$24.00

Crispy Skin BranzinoUS$24.00

Red Wine Braised Chuck RoastUS$25.00

Sides

Soft Goat Cheese Polenta

Creamy Vegetable Farro

Broccolini with Lemon, Garlic and Butter

Crispy Garlic Potatoes

Sparkling / White / Rosé

Clos du Bois Sauvignon Blanc, 2019, CA

Château St. Michelle Chardonnay, 2019, WA

La Giana Pinot Grigio, 2020 Friuli Venezia, Italy

Cantina Ostro Prosecco Brut NV D.O.C. Friuli Prata di Pordenone, Italy

Gerard Bertrand Cote De Roses Rose , 2022, Languedoc, France

Castello del Poggio Moscato, Italy

Tentua San Lorenzo Gavi, 2020 Piedmont, Italy**

Sonoma Cutrer Russian River Chardonnay, 2020, Sonoma, CA**

La Colonne Vermentino 2019, Costa Toscana, Italy**

Ruffino Prosecco Rosé, Veneto, ItalyUS$23.00

Chateau St. Michelle Riesling Columbia Valley, WashingtonUS$23.00

Kim Crawford Sauvignon Blanc 2020, Marlboro, NZUS$30.00

Deusa Nai Marques de Caceres, Albariño 2020, Rias Baixas, SpainUS$30.00

Gruet Blanc de Noirs Brut, NMUS$33.00

Peiropan Soave Classico 2019 Veneto ItalyUS$36.00

Duckhorn Sauvignon Blanc, 2022 Napa CA

Red

Ecco Domani Merlot, 2018, Sicily

Ely Paso Robles Cabernet Sauvingon, 2018, CA

Elouan Pinot Noir, 2018, OR

Banfi Chianti Classico, 2019, Tuscany, Italy

Lenotti Valpolicella Ripasso 2016, D.O.C. Veneto, Italy**

Michele Chiarlo II Principe Nebbiolo 2018, Piemonte, Italy**

Pine Ridge Cabernet Sauvignon 2018, Napa CA**

Frescobaldi Remole Rosso, 2019, Tuscany, ItalyUS$24.00

Masciarelli Montepulciano d'Abruzzo 2017, ItalyUS$27.00

G.D. Vajra Langhe Rosso, 2020, D.O.C. Piedmont, ItalyUS$30.00

Mauro Molino Barbera d'Alba, 2020 D.O.C. Piedmont, ItalyUS$34.00