Decanter

The craggy, red-tinged rocky landscape of Ripe in the immediate vicinity of the vineyards gave its name to the Riparosso. Its intense bouquet of delicately fresh character is beguiling, the velvety and mild taste absolutely seductive. SUPERIORE.DE

"Vanilla notes on the nose with very ripe fruit aromas. Fresh on the palate with smooth texture." Decanter

"Savory tones of dried tobacco and mentholated herbs ride over a ripe bramble-berry core on the nose. The light-bodied palate follows suit, adding in a tangy crushed stone. There's real grip to the tannins but the succulent, crunchy fruit offers a fine counterbalance." Wine Enthusiast

Lively and fascinating, autochthonous Sicilian with an intense aroma of red fruits and hints of sweet spices, fresh and fruity on the palate and wonderfully authentic. SUPERIORE.DE

"From vineyards in Menfi in the southwest of Sicily, this is a fragrant Frappato, full of pure strawberry and cherry on the nose and more juicy red fruits on a grainy, textured palate. Has a gentle undertow of acidity and light herbal touches. Beautiful." Decanter

Pure Corvina of extraordinary substance and with full aroma of blueberry, blackberry, violet and mint. The juicy, spicy taste with a beautiful fruit sweetness, dense tannin and fresh acidity ensures a high degree of drinking pleasure. Concentrated, complex and very juicy. SUPERIORE.DE

"Very big chocolate powder and cooked red cherry scents. Lovely energy on the palate, which has long, very fine tannins." Decanter

Dreamlike Barbera, dedicated to the last work (La Luna e i Falo = Young Moon) of the writer Cesare Pavese. This wine symbolizes the connection to the earth and to the own origin.

Dark purple. In the nose complex aromas of dark red, plump, juicy cherries, finest spices, plums and black forest berries. In the mouth polished, dense and with lots of fruit. Present but silky tannins, finely enclosed by the fruit, full of finesse and persistent with a first-class acidity. SUPERIORE.DE

"Blueberry, blackberry and lavender aromas. Full-bodied, round and delicious. Juicy finish." James Suckling

"Very ripe, toasty nose, smoky blackberry fruit. Rich and generous, this has excellent fruit and concentration. The oak tannins give structure and there’s sufficient acidity to give flair and length." Decanter

Baccanera is an aromatic Piedmontese cuvée of Barbera, Merlot, Nebbiolo and Cabernet Sauvignon. In the spicy fragrance notes of tobacco, plum and a touch of cloves. Complex on the palate with fresh fruit, beautiful structure and well integrated tannins. SUPERIORE.DE

"The lift and blackberry notes from Barbera, and the earthy cherry of Nebbiolo combined with a hint of capsicum and oak. Long, supple fruit palate with great focus and balanced by integrated acidity and grainy tannins. Embracing and concentrated but will gain in interest with additional bottle age. Internationally moulded but with proper Piemontese character." Jancis Robinson

"A pleasant and fresh red with berry and lemon-rind aromas and flavors. Medium body. Bright and vivid. Firm and fine." James Suckling

"Ripe black cherry and floral nose. Sleek, silky and poised attack; this has some charm, finesse and great ageing potential." Decanter

On the nose the whole complexity of Nebbiolo is expressed: dried flowers, fruit, liquorice and tobacco. The taste is soft as velvet, in which alcohol, tannin and acidity blend together very harmoniously and reverberate attractively. SUPERIORE.DE

"Medium-bright, warm red; delicate, leafy fruit notes, inviting; fine approach, salty, length, clear tannin." Merum

"Fresh nose with cinnamon and plum, a good concentrated palate of red berry fruit and ripe tannins; great expression." Decanter

As usual since several vintages, the Chianti Classico La Selvanella Riserva distinguishes itself as an exemplary drop. The bouquet is complex, in which aromas of ripe plums harmonize excellently with hints of spices. Well articulated and offensive taste with polished tannins, full-bodied and progressive. SUPERIORE.DE

"Deep dark ruby red. In the nose after pomegranate syrup, candied orange zest, raspberry. At the palate balanced and fine-boned, shows elegant melting, pulls itself along finely, in the finish firm pressure." Falstaff

"An ambitious style with ripe raspberry jam, damson and sour cherry; densely structured with grainy tannins and a glycerol richness." Decanter

The Verdicchio Podium has a strong personality with its scent of citrus fruits, broom and lime blossom, tropical fruits and almond. The taste perfectly balanced and dynamic in its various components, spicy and of unbeatable harmony of the finish. SUPERIORE.DE

"Aromas of almond paste, pear and yellow apple. Lots of fruit concentration on the palate with a mineral finish." Decanter

Bright yellow-green. Ripe peaches, apricots, minerals, smoke, nougat and honey closely interwoven in the fragrance. Beautifully proportioned, intense, creamy, yet of beautiful lightness and elegance the taste in which the barrel wood is masterfully integrated. SUPERIORE.DE

"Aromas of fresh almonds and picked lemon zest with note of dry white peach. Subtle oak, very nicely integrated." Decanter

SoloSole is a West Tuscan Vermentino in pure culture and shines with a rich, full-bodied taste as well as a beautiful spiciness and acidity. A characterful and profound white from the distinguished DOC Bolgheri and one of our absolute favorites. SUPERIORE.DE

"Brilliant pale straw yellow. Shy nose, only very delicate flower paired with filigree citrus. Opens on the palate with crisp fruit, very delicate melt, slightly saline, with persistence, good food companion." Falstaff

"Long, refreshing and creamy, with layers of concentrated gooseberry, grapefruit, melon, apple and mint, finishing peachy and steely." Decanter

"I'm a huge fan of refreshing Vermentino from Coastal Tuscany, and some of the very best expressions are brought to us by the talented winemaking team at Poggio al Tesoro. The 2019 Bolgheri Vermentino Solosole is just the ticket for your beach picnic or your boat tour of the coast. This Vermentino opens to tangy and crisp aromas with citrus, white peach and spicy saffron. Dig a little deeper and you get salty mineral notes and a touch of wild sage. This wine is elaborate and textured, with creamy lean-bodied appeal." Robert Parker

"The 2019 Vermentino Solosole shows the richer side of Vermentino, as always. At the same time, there is plenty of energy and nuance. Tangerine oil, apricot and perfumed floral notes build effortlessly in the glass. Solosole has been one of the most distinctive Vermentinos on the coast since it was first released. The 2019 is another fine edition." Vinous

Lively ruby with bright violet reflections, rich fruity aromas on the nose, very typical of wild berries and sour cherries. On the palate fresh, balanced and well structured, with silky tannins and spicy accents. A classic of the appellation. SUPERIORE.DE

"Rich, deep dark ruby. Shows a little hazy on the nose, needs in-depth aeration, then rich notes of blackberry and mulberry. Very concentrated on the palate, dark berry fruit, deep." Falstaff

"Mid crimson. Savoury and a little reductive at the moment, but this is a cask sample. Gorgeous succulent sweet red fruit and gripping tannins. Very long, juicy and gripping." Jancis Robinson

"Reoccurring rainy periods throughout the growing season made it challenging for organic producer Marco Ricasoli-Firidolfi. He credits the constant winds inherent to the area of Monti in Gaiole-in-Chianti for helping keep the grapes clean and healthy through to harvest. While not immediately charming, Rocca di Montegrossi's annata demonstrates impressive concentration and tannin structure for this vintage. It is very youthful with great energy and freshness on the palate but still fairly tightly wound. I'd give it a few more months in bottle before approaching." Decanter

"A red with blackberries, black cherries and hints of sliced dark mushrooms that follow through to a medium body, chewy tannins and a flavorful finish. Some bark, too. Always a serious Chianti Classico." James Suckling

"The 2018 Chianti Classico opens with a burst of sweet red berry fruit, spice and wild flowers. Exuberant and racy, the 2018 is endowed with tremendous energy and tons of personality. Time in the glass brings out the wine's inner sweetness and radiance, with a closing flourish of red flowers. This is a fabulous wine for the money. Don't miss it." Vinous

High-quality Trebbiano Superiore with structure and beautiful correspondence between aroma and taste. Convincing with fresh-spicy to sweet aromas and a crisp-fresh finish, this white makes quite a lot of joy! SUPERIORE.DE

"This is a selection from 3ha of 30-40-year-old vines at 150-250m above sea level in Pescara. It's fermented then aged on its lees for four months in stainless steel before spending a further 12 or so months in concrete before bottling. Apple, pear, honey and white floral notes lead to a concentrated palate of green apple with a hint of salinity, some tannic astringency and a creamy finish with a streak of yellow plum. It's well balanced and fresh but needs more time to open up and fully express itself." Decanter

Ghiaia, a pure Nerello Mascalese from the slopes of Etna, exudes sweet aromas of cherries and flowers. A refined, very detailed and seductive wine with great charm, character and personality. SUPERIORE.DE

"Young vines on various sites. Red-fruited nose is delicate and floral, great charm. Concentrated and quite tannic, but has bright acidity that gives fine length and a poised finish." Decanter

Rosso dei Notri is a solid, concentrated drop with bite and power that will give you plenty of pleasure with its fleshy, long-lasting taste, pleasant overall harmony and reasonable value. SUPERIORE.DE

"Powerful, bright ruby red. In the nose appealing notes of dark berries, fresh and powerful. At the palate a lot of supple tannin, fine-meshed, builds up well, long finish, juicy." Falstaff

"The 2018 Rosso dei Notri is an absolute delight. Once again, it is one of my favorite wines in the range. Fresh and fruity, with plenty of Suvereto fleshiness, the Rosso is such a gorgeous wine. Sweet pipe tobacco, cedar and dried flowers add aromatic nuance to a core of red Sangiovese fruit." Vinous

The 2018 is a blend of Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Syrah. Aimed at younger drinkers, it's intended to be immediately approachable: only 10% of the wine spent time in oak, and not for very long, so the emphasis is on a fruity, accessible style. The nose is delicately balanced between dark blackberries, blackcurrants and bright red berries. Juicy flavours and vivid acidity give a nice freshness to this medium-bodied wine. Decanter

"The 2018 Rosso dei Notri  is a very fresh and tonic red that surprisingly comes from fruit harvested two weeks later than normal. And Merlot is not always happy to stay on the vines for longer than it has to. It's a fruit-forward wine that was aimed more at freshness instead of concentration, making it a good pair for a simple margherita pizza. You get terrific value here." Robert Parker

"Aromas of chocolate and dark fruit with hints of blackberries, cherries and hazelnuts. Medium body, fine tannins with hints of herbs and dark fruit, and a lovely finish." James Suckling

Cuvée Zero - a rare and "bone-dry" variant of Prosecco Superiore without any dosage during the second fermentation - shines with a delicate bouquet of light fruit and floral notes. On the palate it is tasty and dynamic in perfect harmony with a delicate perlage. Goes well with light Mediterranean cuisine and crustaceans. SUPERIORE.DE

"Lovely peach, green apple, stone fruit and lychee aromatics. The palate is minerally with lively acidity and notes of yellow fruit and lemon peel." Decanter

This garnet-red sparkling Vino Nobile inspires us fragrantly after dried plum and a breath of cinnamon and clove. On the palate, much present fruit, fine, sweet melting in the long finish. An authentic and pleasantly elegant organic wine from the heart of the Montepulciano region. SUPERIORE.DE

"The organic 2017 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano offers a delicate embroidery of red fruit, pressed violet and potting soil. There are subtle highlights of dried orange peel and iron ore as well. This pretty wine prizes fruit purity and simplicity. It offers a naked interpretation of this noble appellation without distractions or too many bells or whistles. The wine is light and streamlined on the palate, but there is enough tannic power to carry it over a meal of pici pasta and rabbit ragù." Robert Parker

"Salcheto checks a lot of boxes. The winery is powered by renewable energy, water waste is 100% recycled, there are no added sulphites during vinification and the entire production is certified organic and packaged in light weight bottles. Above all, the Nobile tastes delicious. It is clean and immediately appealing offering complex cedar, earth, tea and balsamic nuances atop forest fruit. Full-bodied and full of character, it is rich yet fresh and seductively textured with polished tannins. A great success for this challenging vintage." Decanter

Strong ruby with bright red reflexes. Bright, fruity nose of small red berries, tobacco and cedar wood. On the palate it is graceful, with a medium, firm body and full of freshness and energy. A successful interpretation of Sangiovese from a great vintage! SUPERIORE.DE

"Noble, dark ruby red. Spicy nose is underlain by blackberry scent, delicate undergrowth. Shows itself with good freshness, juicy and clear, soft tannin gives the wine structure, good length. Falstaff

"Crunchy Sangiovese fruit, with the ripe red plums, currants and berries complemented by sage, leather and well-handled oak." Decanter

"Sweet berry and cherry aromas show nicely here. Full-bodied with soft, focused tannins that show brightness and finesse. Lots of black-cherry, cedar and spice flavors on the finish. Complex." James Suckling

Not a Lambrusco, but a spumante made from Lambrusco di Sorbara grapes, fermented in the classic way on the yeast: a distinguished pale pink colour, a delicate scent of rose hip and a hint of wild strawberry and raspberry. On the palate a beautiful freshness with a fruity long finish and great structure. SUPERIORE.DE

"Vivacious sloe fruit and crunchy red berries with a gorgeous frothy, creamy texture and a zingy, fresh finish." Decanter

Shiny ruby red. In the nose sour cherry, blackberries and notes of black cherry, delicate scent of vanilla. Warm and smooth on the palate, good structure and very balanced tannins. A fresh, harmonious Tuscan, which does not deny its origin. SUPERIORE.DE

"The 2018 Rosso di Montalcino is a chiseled and fruit-driven wine that awakens and satisfies the palate. Although delicate and slender, the bouquet reveals fresh strawberry and blueberry aromas with light spice and potting soil. There is a fine touch of tannic structure that serves to hold the wine tightly together." Robert Parker

"San Polo lies in one of the best subzones of Montalcino, at up to 450 metres above sea level on the southeast side of the appellation. Great night and day temperature variations and the mostly limestone soil with clay allow very good maturations. The 2018 vintage was calm: the harvest began on 20 September and finished on 5 October. The wine shows a large spectrum of aromas, with blood orange, a smoky and rusty character, and leather. It's responsive on the palate, with orange and raspberry fruit, ripe and silky tannins, and crisp acidity to sustain its complexity with graceful tension. The new label, more authoritative than previously, will aid the perception of consistency for this wine." Decanter

With the 2017 vintage, Querciabella presents a more mature, opulent Chianti Classico than in previous years. Wonderful scent of sweet raspberries, notes of tobacco and violets. Enormous density, compact structure, robust tannins, youthful and fresh temperament, coupled with a certain finesse. Ends long with notes of juicy red berries. SUPERIORE.DE

"Shining Ruby. Beautiful, open-hearted nose, of ripe cherries and raspberries, rich fruit bouquet, delicate spice, appealing. On the palate of young cranberries, fruity course, juicy and clear, stretches very finely over the tongue to the final. Falstaff

"Youthful ruby. Classy nose of sweet red fruit, oak and stones and hints of mint. Elegant, juicy and almost a little linear. A wine that contradicts the torrid vintage." Jancis Robinson

"Gorgeous freshness here both on the nose and palate. Aromas of pepper, sage blossom, and lavender lead to a mouthful of red currants. Full-bodied but balanced in its proportioned, this is light on its feet with plenty of vitality." Decanter

"This is a little jammy with lots of ripe fruit and both blueberry and chocolate character. Rich and flavorful, but still fresh and energetic. Shows the warmth of the vintage. From biodynamically grown grapes." James Suckling

"The 2017 Chianti Classico is bright, floral and beautifully lifted, with lovely red berry and rose petal character. Pliant and supple, with terrific balance, the Querciabella 2017 is one of the more refined, restrained Chianti Classicos readers will come across in this vintage, with Radda very much driving the personality of the wine in its aromatic and red fruit profile. The 2017 finishes with terrific energy and nuance." Vinous

Dense with complex fruit notes, lots of extract, soft, mouth-filling, unusually velvety and enveloped by gentle tannins. Aged in small barriques of old and new oak and in traditional Tuscan wooden barrels. For years, Riecine has been producing one of the most subtle Chianti Classico - a wonderful drop. SUPERIORE.DE

"Brilliant, rich ruby. Opens with emphatic spicy notes of thyme and cardamom, then lots of fresh cherry, some blood orange. Juicy in the attack and course, well-developed fruit, fine-meshed tannin." Falstaff

"Generous, youthful and open, with a core of slightly balsamic blueberry, raspberry and cherry, topped with sage and surging sweet spices." Decanter

"A pretty red with ripe cherries, orange peel and hints of berries and flowers. Medium to full body, juicy tannins and a flavorful finish." James Suckling

Due to the careful maturation in large wood, this wonderful red wine retains its full fruit and presents itself with a lot of juice and power. Cherry notes in the bouquet and on the palate combine with a wonderful herbal spice. Its elegant structure and the wonderful interplay of acidity and tannin ensure a very appealing drinking flow. SUPERIORE.DE

"From the estate's various vineyards spread throughout the Radda commune, Pian del Ciampolo is fermented in cement with indigenous yeast and ages in Slavonian oak casks. It reveals pretty floral nuances of lilac and cherry blossoms after a rainfall. Hints of forest growth and red plum emerge on the palate. It's soft and polished with a delightful lightness of texture and fine, chalky tannins. This is all sumptuous berries and is irresistible now." Decanter

"The 2018 Pian del Ciampolo is a glorious wine. The purest essence of Radda emerges in a wine with striking translucence and captivating balance. The 2018 offers notable depth with less opulence and more freshness than the 2017. Crushed flowers, sweet red berries, mint and spice are all finely knit in a wine of extraordinary beauty. Readers who may be new to Montevertine and want to explore the wines should start here. Pian del Ciampolo is a real gem in 2018. It will drink well to age twenty, maybe beyond." Vinous

"The entry-level Montevertine 2018 Pian del Ciampolo is a blend of mostly Sangioveto (otherwise known as Sangiovese) with the complimentary grapes Canaiolo and Colorino. This is a delicate and almost subdued expression that reveals itself slowly, peeling back veils of tart raspberry, wild cherry, blue flower and candied orange peel along the way. After you've played the veil game for a while, there is a point of ripe plum or blackberry confit at the very core of the wine that reflects the vintage warmth. This is a lean-bodied wine with a smooth and polished finish. You might pair it with a Tuscan favorite such as ribbon pasta with wild boar, pappardelle al sugo di cinghiale. The gamey flavors of the dish will offset the wine's racy acidity." Robert Parker