D FRUSCIA WINE COLLECTIVE

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Jessica DiFruscia

I'm a WSET Certified Wine & Spirits Educator and wine curator based in London, Ontario. Through DiFruscia Wine Collective I offer private tastings, curated wine experiences, and wine education — and I represent a select portfolio of wine importers to restaurants and private clients in the London area.

I hold the WSET Level 3 Award in Wines and WSET Level 2 Award in Spirits, and I bring over 25 years of hospitality experience — including 15 years managing my family's restaurant, Bertoldi's Trattoria.

I lead wine education events throughout the community, including at Jill's Table and The London Club. Always happy to connect with fellow wine lovers, hospitality professionals, or anyone curious about wine.

WSET Level 3 Wines WSET Level 2 Spirits Wine Educator London, Ontario

Jess's Picks

Seasonal Picks

Each season I handpick wines from my portfolio that I'm genuinely excited about — available for private clients to order directly. No LCBO lineup, no markup confusion. Email me to order or enquire about any bottle.

Austria · Kremstal

Lossterrassen Grüner Veltliner 2025

12% ABV

White pepper, citrus zest, and a clean stony finish. Everything a Grüner Veltliner should be — crisp, refreshing, and endlessly food-friendly.

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Spain

Latido de Sara White Garnacha

Floral and bright, with ripe stone fruit, white peach, and a round, easy-drinking texture. A gorgeous expression of white Garnacha — elegant and approachable.

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Spain

Latido Wild Garnacha

Red cherry, raspberry, and dried herbs with gentle tannins and a spicy finish. Wild and expressive — one of my favourite easy reds right now.

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Spain

Latido Rosé

Pale salmon in the glass, with strawberry, watermelon, and a clean dry finish. The kind of rosé you reach for on a summer afternoon.

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Italy · Venezia Giulia IGP

La Magnolia Ribolla Gialla

13% ABV

100% Ribolla Gialla, fermented and aged 6 months in stainless steel. Citrus blossom, green apple, and a saline mineral edge. A northern Italian white that rewards curiosity.

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Cellar Worthy

Bottles Worth Laying Down

These are wines from exceptional vintages, built to evolve over decades. Buy them now, cellar them, and open them when the moment truly deserves it.

2019 Vintage · Top Year

Barolo Bussia Riserva DOCG

14.5% ABV

Drinking 2027 – 2042

From the oldest vines of the Bussia MGA, aged 48 months in 25hl Slavonian oak. Dried roses, tar, dark cherry, and an iron minerality that defines great Barolo. 2019 is a benchmark vintage — this needs a few more years but will be extraordinary.

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2016 Vintage · 3,300 Bottles Made

Barolo Riserva Sette Anni DOCG

14.5% ABV

Drinking Now – 2040

Conterno's top Barolo, aged 84 months in large cask. Only 3,300 bottles produced. Violet, truffle, leather, and a finish that seems to go on forever. 2016 is considered one of the greatest Barolo vintages in a generation.

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2019 Vintage · Le Lecciaia

Brunello di Montalcino Riserva DOCG

Drinking 2028 – 2048

Le Lecciaia is one of Montalcino's most dedicated small estates, and 2019 was an exceptional vintage. Rich and layered with dried cherry, tobacco, wild herbs, and balsamic complexity. A wine that needs patience — and rewards it.

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Upcoming

Events & Tastings

Tuesdays: July 14, 21 & 28 · 2026

WSET Level 1 Award in Wines

A three-evening course introducing you to the world of wine — grapes, regions, food pairing, and how to taste with confidence. No prior knowledge needed. One registration covers all three sessions.

In partnership with Toronto School of Wine & Spirits.

The London Club · $395 + HST

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