You’re Invited: Exclusive Banfi Wine Experience đźŤ·

Hello Peter,

Join Us for a special tasting event with Banfi Global Wine Ambassador Jgor Marini!


Thursday, May 14 | 4 PM – 7:30 PM

Free Event!

Banfi is one of Italy’s most celebrated wine producers, known for crafting elegant, terroir-driven wines that showcase the richness of Tuscany and beyond. Family-owned and rooted in innovation, Banfi combines sustainable vineyard practices with a deep respect for tradition to create wines that balance structure, character, and approachability.

Jgor Marini is Banfi’s Global Brand Ambassador and a certified sommelier with the Italian Sommelier Association (AIS), known for his deep knowledge of Italian wine and engaging storytelling. With experience spanning retail, restaurants, import/export, and international wine education, Jgor joined Banfi in 2012 and has become a leading voice for the winery around the world. A former MW student and winner of the prestigious “Charme Sommelier” competition in Italy, he brings both expertise and charisma to every tasting experience.

Tasting Table Line-Up

🍾 Brut Metodo Classico (91 pts, James Suckling) – “Lots of apple and cream aromas and flavors. Some yeastiness. Full and round-textured. Delicious finish. I am a long-time fan of this sparkling wine.” Buy Now

🍷 La Pettegola Vermentino 2024 – Straw yellow wine, with intense citrus hints of thyme, sage, yellow peach, and elderflower. The full structure is well balanced by freshness. Very persistent and fruity finish. Buy Now

🍷 Chianti Classico 2023 – Deep mauve red, with a complex and rich bouquet. Hints of plum jam and blackberry evolve, then, into notes of vanilla, licorice, and leather, deriving from aging. In the mouth, it is balanced and persistent. Long finish. Buy Now

🍷 Rosso di Montalcino 2024 (92 pts, Jeb Dunnuck) – “Fresh and vinous with an elegant nose of red currants, vibrant violets and a whiff of citrus. A leafy touch as well. Medium-bodied, it shines with velvety tannins and a chewy palate. Good savory finish.” Buy Now

🍷 Belnero Toscana 2023 (91 pts, Jeb Dunnuck) – “Based mainly on Cabernet Sauvignon with Cabernet Franc, the 2023 Belnero is ripe and expressive, offering baked cherries, pine, Mediterranean herbs, and a touch of spice. Full-bodied, it leans into its bolder fruit while still maintaining freshness and definition, with ripe tannins and a clean finish.” Buy Now

🍷 Poggio all’Oro Brunello di Montalcino Riserva 2010 (97 pts, James Suckling) – “A riserva with so much structure and tension. A full body that shows dried fruit and mushroom flavors. Walnut soil, too. So long and powerful. A glorious wine. Wine for the long term.” Buy Now

🍷 Summus 2020 (94 pts, Robert Parker) – “A blend of Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah, the Castello Banfi 2020 SummuS comes with a black label and a metal label appliquĂ©. That fancy packaging leads to an elegant bouquet and soft fruit flavors, blackberry, baked plum and sweet spice. The tannins are resolved, and the wine shows lots of supple layering.” Buy Now

✨ Special Tasting Discounts:

* 10% off any single bottle

* 15% off when you mix & match 12 or more bottles

(Online orders: The 15% discount won’t appear at checkout, but don’t worry — we’ll apply it when your order is prepared for pickup.)SHOP NOW

Don’t want to miss the sale? Can’t make it Thursday?
Order online or call us today at703-668-WINE (9463), as quantities are limited, so with that said, first come, first served!

Thank you for shopping local!

Kate, Donna P., Heidi, Valerie, Beth, Melanie, Mari, Patty, Donna B., Matt, Bill, Steve, Rande and Mike

The Wine Cabinet

1416 North Point Village Center

Reston, VA 20194

(703) 668-9463 (WINE)

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Thu – Sat: 11 AM – 8 PM

Sun: 11 AM – 6 PM

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I was born on 6 August 1956 in San Francisco, California to Janet and (the late) Richard Hovis. I grew up in Santa Monica, California where I attended elementary, junior high school, and high school (graduating in 1974), in addition to involvement in sports and recreation (Little League +, the Boy’s Club ++). Further, it was in elementary school – St. Augustine’s By-the -Sea Parish School that I found, and made the choice to truly journey with God. I attended Arizona State University from 1974 to 1977 – seeking to become an architect, however, I was not accepted, and, as such, I graduated with a Liberal Arts degree. Upon graduation from Arizona State University, I attended Cal Poly San Luis Obispo and studied City and Regional Planning at the Master’s level. I successfully completed one (1) year in a two (2) year program – I did not complete the Master’s degree in City and Regional Planning – due to personal reasons. I returned to Santa Monica where I started (October 1979) my career as graphic designer with Exxon Company, USA. I spent five years with Exxon Company, USA. While working with Exxon Company, USA I was accepted into architectural school – Sci-Arc in Southern California, however, I did not attend preferring to stay with Exxon.. In 1982 I married Laura Flosi and in April 1983 we had our one and only child – Lauren Alain Hovis – a gift from God. We moved to Phoenix, Arizona in 1984 from Los Angeles, where I went to work as a graphic designer with Kitchell CEM (from 1985 -1987). From 1987 – 1995 I was an independent contractor, and a registered representative in mortgage finance, financial management, graphic design, and drafting. Further, I attended the University of Phoenix and successfully obtained a Master’s in Business Administration (MBA) in 1982. I was also a member of the Scottsdale Jaycees, where I became very involved in community events and projects. In 1994, I accepted a cartography position with the Defense Mapping Agency in Reston, Virginia. As such, I relocated from Phoenix to Reston. In 1998, I was accepted and worked as a Visual Information Officer with the Central Intelligence Agency. In 2002, I worked as a Support Officer until my retirement (due to a need for shoulder surgery) in September 2018. Away from my Federal Government service, I have been involved in various organizations and activities in Northern Virginia. In November of 2011, I married Rebecca Ouellette in Santa Monica, California. I reside in San Tan Valley, AZ with my two hamster - Jess and Timothy, our fish, our lizard - RJ Lizard., and our cats - Pearl and Grey. As to hobbies, I enjoy playing sports, attending sporting events, mentoring individuals from financial management to hamsters, building models, photography, travel, multimedia design, managing partner for RJ Hamster, and jazz – smooth jazz to a samba or a bossa nova. Love and God Bless, Peter – aka RJ Hamster Jo hi

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