Decanter

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

Individual drop of autochthonous vine: ruby-red violet, aromatic vinous scent with notes of roses, violets and undergrowth. Warm on the palate with clear tannin, soft and accessible. A wine you like to drink over and over again. SUPERIORE.DE

"Fruity and flavorful with blackberry and tar flavors. Medium body, light tannins and a fruity and fresh finish." James Suckling

"Bright and floral, with violets and sweet herbs. Crisp and fragrant, plush texture. Very good value, top example of its style." Decanter

Very warm, velvety and typical of the variety, Monti Garbi presents itself with the aromas of ripe red fruits and a beautiful balance. SUPERIORE.DE

"Bright, rich ruby red. In the nose of ripe cherries and blackberries, light spicy notes. Clear and juicy on the palate, spreads well, medium weight with a delicate pressure in the final. Falstaff

"A delicious drive of juicy dark fruit, polished chocolate, liquorice and tar; intense and concentrated with long, savoury finish." Decanter

"A tangy red with red plums, fresh herbs and citrus. Taut and medium-bodied, but generous and round. Zippy and precise on the finish. Delicious." James Suckling

Wonderful, energetic Sardinian cuvée of Vermentino and Chardonnay with great freshness and dynamics. Floral nuances, apple, pear and light mint aroma pamper the senses. SUPERIORE.DE

"Wonderful wildflower bouquet with peachy and grapey notes. Vivacious, bright, tingling and full of flavour. Young and delicious, it dances on the palate. One of the best Vermentino blends I’ve tried." 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

Re di More is an intense Aglianico that combines richness and harmony in the most beautiful way. Aromas of dried fruit, leather, tobacco and spices are perfectly interwoven with fruit, acidity and tannin. SUPERIORE.DE

"Aglianico class sings out. Massive grip of tannins without that much concentration or obvious oak influence. Correct and a good introduction to the variety." Jancis Robinson

"The 2018 Aglianico Re di More leads off with a burst of ripe blackberry preserves, complemented by a whiff of cinnamon and confectioners’ sugar. On the palate, soft textures usher in ripe fruits contrasted by saline-minerals over a core of vibrant acids and spice. The finish is long, leaning more toward the savory side, as tart red and black fruits come together with sour citrus, creating a cheek-puckering expression, as hints of youthful tannins linger on. From the bouquet, you expect a blockbuster; yet instead, the palate delivers a pure and zesty expression of Aglianico." Vinous

"Made with fruit from a single vineyard of Antonio Mastroberardino’s pre-phylloxera clone vines on the Mirabella estate, Piero Mastroberardino calls this wine a ‘baby’ Radici. Matured in small oak barrels, deep and brooding in colour, with a lifted floral perfume and hints of spice on the nose. Retains the classic Aglianico lightness on the finish." Decanter

Barbera d'Asti Superiore Le Rocchette shows great energy and concentration. Dark fruits, spices and a concise minerality in the racy bouquet. Lively and very juicy on the palate, all components in admirable balance. SUPERIORE.DE

"Fresh, intense nose of raspberry, violets and lavender scents, and elegant and energetic palate, juicy, smooth, with satisfying savoury finish." Decanter

"Blackberry and licorice aromas lead to a fresh, juicy palate that has a neatly arranged red-cherry core. A little tar and earth character and a smooth resolve." James Suckling

"The 2016 Barbera d'Asti Superiore Le Rocchette is a gorgeous example of Barbera from Asti. Floral and savory, with attractive earthy underpinnings, the 2016 offers tons of complexity and nuance in a mid-weight style that is hugely appealing. Sweet dark plum, espresso, licorice, dried herbs and menthol all open up in this super-expressive, understated Barbera from Olim Bauda." Vinous

Lively ruby with bright violet reflections, in the nose rich fruity aromas, 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

"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

Floral aromas and the scent of light red fruits, with undertones of tobacco, foliage and menthol, which in the glass develop into a successful terroir wine that preserves the fragrance and primary aromas of the young Sangiovese. Pleasantly medium-bodied and authentic. SUPERIORE.DE

"Medium intensive red; warm fruit notes, depth, inviting, round base, juicy acidity, intact fruit, fine tart, very beautiful, also length. Merum

"Le Cinciole's 2016 Chianti Classico is gorgeous. Fresh, floral and light on its feet, the 2016 offers striking Sangiovese character in its flavor profile and overall structure. Sweet red cherry, mint, pine and freshly cut flowers add to the wine's lithe, refined personality. The 2016 is all class, all the way, not to mention a huge overachiever in its peer group." Vinous

"In 1991 Luca and Valeria Orsini left their jobs in Milan to make wine in Tuscany. Their estate includes 10 hectares of southeast facing vineyards in Panzano and the wines have been certified organic from 2000. A standout 2016 annata, this is discreet with understated scents of cherry blossom, heather and rose. The palate is decidedly red fruited with currants and raspberry embraced by finely textured, powdery persistent tannins. It has beautiful energy and above all allows Sangiovese's true charms to shine through." Decanter

Rosso dei Notri is a solid, concentrated drop with bite and strength, which gives a lot of pleasure with its fleshy, long lasting taste, the pleasant overall harmony and the reasonable value. SUPERIORE.DE

"Powerful, bright ruby red. In the nose appealing notes of dark berries, fresh and powerful. On the palate much smooth tannin, finely meshed, builds up well, long aftertaste, juicy." Falstaff

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

Bright ruby red. Lively nose of small primary fruity red berries, subtle use of wood and a race and complexity that is impressive for the price. On the palate precise and firm, shows courage and determines its origin. Then a harmonious blend of tobacco, leather, cedar wood and of course cherry and plum. The finely tuned tannin carries this powerful and impressive Riserva into a long final. Impressive, not only because of its extremely moderate price! SUPERIORE.DE

"A warm, sweet melange of red fruit, baking spice and smoky woodland; lush and ripe with a vibrant acid tang." Decanter

"A very pretty, refined red with ultra-fine tannins, vivid fruit of crushed berries and tar, which all follow through to a medium to full body. Flavorful finish. Structured. So you can be patient; drink or hold." James Suckling

"The 2016 Chianti Classico Riserva Il Grigio is a beautiful wine with an inky dark appearance and softly contoured aromas of ripe cherry and dried blackberry. There is plenty of spice, tar and sweet tobacco to smooth over that beautiful fruit intensity; this is the sort of Chianti Classico you'd open for a marinated ribeye on the grill. The wine is compact and tight in the mouth. Il Grigio is one of Italy's ultimate value reds." Robert Parker