Decanter

Fresh cuvée of Chardonnay, Trebbiano, Pecorino and Passerina with a fine citrus fruit aroma and a very amiable taste. SUPERIORE.DE

"Fragrant with white melon, peach and hay. Pear and candied citrus on the palate." Decanter

The rugged, 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

"The 2018 Montepulciano d'Abruzzo Riparosso opens up with violette pastille, blueberries and sweet spice, neatly framed by a whiff of savory herbs. It boasts soft, fleshy textures and ripe black fruits while leaving salty minerals and vibrant acids to slowly fizzle out. This is long, persistent and fruit-focused, yet it maintains balance, leaving pretty inner florals and the slight tug of youthful tannin." Vinous

"A medium-bodied red with aromas of sour cherries, lavender, crushed stones and cedar. Firm, fine-grained tannins and bright acidity." James Suckling

Villa Solais is a splendid and distinctive white wine. Its floral and fruity fragrance persistence is an expression of the Sardinian countryside from which it comes. On the palate, a beautiful intensity with pleasing nuances of grapefruit and sage. The good acid foundation and the harmonious finish bring much pleasure and enjoyment. SUPERIORE.DE

"Floral nose with peach and spice. Zesty and aromatic, with energy and a pithy end." Decanter

"Minty herbs, crushed apples and white smoke waft up from the 2020 Vermentino di Sardegna Villa Solais. It's silky in texture, enlivened by salty acids and minerals, with a tart display of citrus-tinged orchard fruits. Fresh, floral and spicy, the Villa Solais tapers off slightly tropical yet pleasantly poised." Vinous

The Grotta Rossa clearly embodies its terroir. The clean, powerful bouquet is reminiscent of ripe berries and cherries. On the palate, the tannin melds excellently with the acidity before the soft finish sets in. SUPERIORE.DE

"Confected strawberry nose. Spicy, concentrated fruit. Dry tannins, with a satin texture and elegant finish." Decanter

"A pretty display of roses, violets and wild blueberries rises from the 2019 Carignano del Sulcis Grotta Rossa. It's soft and lifted in feel, with juicy acids enlivening its pure display of ripe wild berry fruit. Savory herbs and salty minerals linger as the mouth waters through the long yet refreshing finale." Vinous

Casal di Serra is a wonderfully fruity, balanced Verdicchio with fine minerality and freshness. Bright straw yellow. Very tasty, with a good structure and racy acidity. Thanks to its discreet aroma, it is a good companion for many occasions and one of the most popular whites in our range. SUPERIORE.DE

"Fresh nose with lemon, pear, white flowers. Fleshy white peach on the palate with herbal notes, nutty persistence." Decanter

Bright, luminous ruby red. Very symphatic fruity nose of strawberries and small wild berries, notes of pepper, violets and liquorice. Harmonious on the palate, with medium pressure, open, clear, the well-dosed acidity invigorating and fresh. Very nice in the attack and course, drinkable. SUPERIORE.DE

"Floral, cherry nose with mineral nuances. Gentle grip of tannin, ripe fruit with a spicy finish." Decanter

Straw yellow Gavi di Gavi with a lively floral scent, in which a hint of exotic fruits resonates. Delicate, self-contained, very harmonious taste that finishes long and mineral. SUPERIORE.DE

"Lemon blossoms, white melon, and blanched almond with mouthwatering acidity and a length driven by a herbal salinity." Decanter

"A sprightly Gavi here with nicely perfumed citrus and chalky aromas and flavors. Medium-bodied and crisp with a tight, clean finish. There's subtle complexity to this. Well done." James Suckling

The name of this strong, aromatic white comes from Arabic, meaning "lush garden on a ventilated plateau". Strong straw yellow with light green inclusions. On the nose, violets, elderflower, orange peel and apricot. On the palate, the scent merges with a full potpourri of notes of apricot, pineapple and almonds. A very fruity Catarratto with substance. SUPERIORE.DE

"White almond, green apple and sea breeze aromas. Soft palate with a lovely dry finish." Decanter

Concerto is an extremely elegant, perfectly balanced Lambrusco. Purple ruby, fine foam. Clear and flawless its dark fruity blackberry aroma, round, fresh and animating the dry, tart-spicy taste. SUPERIORE.DE

"Black cherry aromas. Frothy mousse, plums and concentrated black fruits on the palate." Decanter

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

"Ripe red fruit aromas with hints of prune and raisin. Fresh on the palate with decent structure and body." Decanter

"A very pleasant Ripasso with super-clean red and black fruit, together with a darker note of charred oak. Medium-to full-bodied with fine tannins and a flavorful finish. A tasty, savory option now, but this is well-structured and ready for further bottle aging." James Suckling

Dark cherry red with violet reflections. Intense aroma of sweet, pickled Amarena cherries and sour cherries, with delicate herbal spice, very inviting. On the palate again sweet fruit, embedded in a fine sparkling mousseux, long lasting and fresh, with animating acidity in the finish. Fine aperitif, but also very good as an accompaniment to hearty pasta dishes. SUPERIORE.DE

"Perfumed with blossom, poached pear on the nose. Palate shows mulberry, blackberry. Crisp acidity carries fresh finish." Decanter

The Valpolicella produced in the Appassimento or Amarone process presents itself with a rich ruby violet. The nose has compact notes of ripe cherries, blackberries, some cloves, elderberries and liquorice, with subtle hints of chocolate in the background. Full and powerful with a lot of melting on the palate. SUPERIORE.DE

"The wine is matured in Slavonian oak barrels for 12 months, then a further six months in bottle. The result is a spicy wine with hedgerow fruit aromas, zippy acidity and stark red-fruited freshness. Fresh, zingy and fruity, it has wild raspberry and blackberry flavours filled out by some barrel spice and chocolate. Delicious, and great with food." Decanter

Our price-performance favourite at a high level: Varietally pure and juicy Primitivo of shimmering violet, dark ruby red, smelling of cherries soaked in alcohol, chocolate and hazelnut. The full, warm and well-structured taste has good length and pleasing, slightly sweet tannins. SUPERIORE.DE

"Dark, shining ruby. Clearly spicy nose of leather, tobacco, black pepper and very ripe Amarena cherries, fine wood spice in the finish. Expands resolutely on the palate, with pressure, tightly woven tannin, dark fruit in the finish with minimal aftertaste." Falstaff

"Concentrated dark berried fruit, red blossom and leather. Structured, rich and smooth with integrated sweet spiced oak. Fresh herbaceous finish." Decanter

Intense ruby red. Harmonious interplay of fruit, barrel and spice aromas in the bouquet, hearty and engaging taste, reminiscent of dark fruits, violets and spices. In the final, we can expect a lot of warmth and elegance despite all seriousness. As always with the fully certified organic winery: top value. SUPERIORE.DE

"Garlic and pepper damsons, sour chery with a leafy note on the nose. Youthful and enjoyable on the palate, firm tannins." Decanter

"Red fruit, mushroom and smoked bacon on the nose. It's medium-bodied with tight, chewy tannins. Lively acidity with structure and juicy character on the palate. Tight and savory." James Suckling

The Greco, with its straw-yellow colour and brilliant reflections, has a distinct aromatic spectrum, from the delicate scent of white fruits to notes of vanilla, bracken and mint. On the palate, it convinces with its warm and at the same time fresh taste and its balanced mineral structure with the persistent finish. SUPERIORE.DE

"Aromas of white peach, lemon and lime zest. Vibrant, lively palate with a creamy texture and a nice saline finish." Decanter

"Fresh and precise Greco with white-peach and green table-grape character on a medium palate with balanced acidity that exalts the flavors." James Suckling

"The Feudi di San Gregorio 2020 Greco di Tufo is a bright and citrusy wine that offers grapefruit, white almond and minty pear. The wine is lean and fresh and full of the kind of taut tension that makes it a real pleasure to drink. A plate of spaghetti con vongole would do well." Robert Parker

Wonderfully complex Soave from vines over 20 years old. Sparkling light yellow with green reflections. In the restrained reductive bouquet of bitter almond, flint, jam of fruits with white and yellow flesh, dried fruits and pastries. The palate is dry, warm and soft, fresh, spicy and slightly astringent, with a full, balanced body. With increasing aeration, it reveals its great complexity. SUPERIORE.DE

"Intense aromas and flavors of red peach, almond paste and bright, floral notes. Medium-to full-bodied with a dense core of peachy fruit and a long, silky finish that features the more savory, almond and floral elements. Very intense, but never too much. Delicious Soave that's so easy to drink." James Suckling

"Better known for its range of Valpolicella and Amarone, Tenuta Sant'Antonio also has a property planted to Garganega on the stony calcareous soils of Monte di Colognole, on the western edge of the DOC zone. Vecchie Vigne is a low-yield, barrique-aged, 5,000-bottle selection. The 2018 has attractive citrus and white blossom notes next to the oak on the nose, and a solid palate with chunky concentration and good ageing prospects." Decanter

Dark, strong ruby. Opulent bouquet of sweet cherry, blackberries and plums. Full and juicy body with a present fruit, soft, finely woven tannins and a medium-bodied, almost elegant finish. SUPERIORE.DE

"Sparkling ruby. In the nose notes of sour cherry and plum, in the background some cut apple. Clear and straightforward on the palate, juicy fruit, grippy tannin." Falstaff

"Deep ruby. Inviting open-knit concentrated black-cherry nose with top notes of laurel and mace. Succulent and tangy and full and with fine tannic grip. Long and delicious." Jancis Robinson

"A red with plum and dark-chocolate aromas that follow through to a medium body, with creamy tannins and a savory finish. Some mushroom and earth undertones." James Suckling

"Intense soft cherry and black cherry nose with cedar notes and complex mineral nuances. Ripe tannins supported by a lively acidity." Decanter

Misco, the white top product of the house and a Verdicchio matured in stainless steel, exudes an elegant bouquet of floral and aniseed tones. On the palate, a great interplay of juice and power, spicy tension, fresh citrus notes and aromatic firmness. It is among the best of its denomination every year. SUPERIORE.DE

"Herbal nose, mineral notes. Palate shows grapefruit focus, flinty undertones, a fruity finish." Decanter

"Spicy and full of unbridled energy, the 2019 Verdicchio dei Castello di Jesi Classico Superiore Misco wafts up with an inviting display of crushed green apples, candied ginger, incense, stone dust and almond paste. It's a silky and medium-bodied effort that soothes all that it touches in ripe orchard fruits, but it then cleanses the palate with a blast of salty acids. pepflorals and hints of lime linger, as the mouth waters for more. While the Misco is already firing on all cylinders, it wouldn't hurt to lose a few bottles in the cellar for a year or two." Vinous

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

Dark purple. On 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, finesse-rich and persistent with a first-class acid structure. SUPERIORE.DE

"Plump and suave but not heavy-handed. Really attractive forest fruits with good length and plenty of spice and vigour." Decanter

"A juicy, ripe barbera with blackberry and lemon-rind character. Hints of chocolate powder, too. It's full-bodied with light tannins and a fresh finish." James Suckling

The dry and noble vintage version of Villa Sandi's bestseller: light yellow, delicate apple scent, nutty, a little biscuit on the nose. On the palate, racy structure, pear fruit, lemongrass, lively and of good length. SUPERIORE.DE

"Brilliant silver-grey with persistent, finest perlage. In the nose of white peach, sugar melon and acacia blossom, also of young pear. On the palate with a clear fruit core and beautiful freshness, spreads softly over the tongue embedded in perlage, clear, fruit-driven finish." Falstaff

"Lots of magnolia-like petals on the nose, shadowing the appley fruit. The same mix of edible flowers and apples on the palate with a lively froth. Hint of sweetness creeps in at the end." James Suckling

"Savoury nose with notes of dried herbs, lemon and pear. Lovely concentration on the palate supported by a fresh acidity." Decanter

Tradition, innovation and typicity are the keywords of the daily efforts at the Arnaldo Caprai winery. And so this white wine from the old, local variety Grechetto is traditional, straightforward and pleasantly drinkable - and anything but banal. SUPERIORE.DE

"Wonderfully fresh and perfumed, the 2020 Grecante Grechetto lifts from the glass with a display of sweet white flowers, peach skins and raw almonds. It boasts silky, nearly glycerol-like textures, yet it remains lifted and spry throughout, as ripe tangerine and hints of candied lime soothe the senses. A buzz of residual acids and tart green apple lingers long as this tapers off to a flourish of salty minerals and spice. This Grecante really wows in the context of its price point." Vinous

"Apple-blossom, pear, pomelo, fennel-seed and wild-herb aromas. It's medium-bodied with fresh acidity. Earthy and minerally undertones." James Suckling

"Produced since the 1989 vintage, Arnaldo Caprai's Grecante is a fresh expression of Grechetto aged for a brief three months in steel and three months in bottle. It's a herbal, lemon-scented white with streaks of lime, gooseberry and tropical fruit. In the mouth it's intense with good acidity and spiky citrus flavours on the attack, tempered by a round, creamy palate. Minerally and herbal, it has mid-palate notes of gooseberry, peppery spice and yellow fruits leading to a long, fresh finish. Ideal with grilled seafood." Decanter

This fabulous cuvée of Sangiovese, Merlot and Cabernet comes from Querciabella's Maremma vineyard. Charming bouquet with notes of tobacco and leather, which then give way to ripe fruit. The harmonious taste is finely fruity, intense and fresh. SUPERIORE.DE

"Bright ruby red. Inviting nose of crisp cherries and a delicate hint of cranberries, underpinned by a hint of light spice. Juicy and straightforward on the palate, opens on great violet fruit, shows harmoniously spicy with nice crisp drinking flow, great food companion." Falstaff

"Ripe damson and plum on the nose with white pepper and wild berries undertones. Firm but well-managed tannins, long finish." Decanter

"This is soft and juicy with a lovely, velvety texture and plenty of berry and currant flavors. Hints of chocolate, too. It's medium-to full-bodied with serious structure and a flavorful finish." James Suckling

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

"Flinty nose. Rich, honeyed, peachy palate with citrus undertones. Concentration and pithy length." Decanter

"The 2018 Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi Podium is spicy and wildly fresh, wafting up with zests of lemon and lime, followed by dusty yellow flowers and white smoke. Its textures are velvety and round, verging on oily, while remaining wonderfully poised and finessed throughout. There's almost a feeling of vibration on the palate, as notes of ripe green apple with a hint of tropical citrus and savory spices amass in the mouth and linger long. The sheer density of fruit, along with balanced acids, make the 2018 a perfect contender to cellar, but it is showing beautifully today." Vinous

Discreet ruby red with light reflections. Warm, well-dosed bouquet of wild berries, cherries and some smoke. On the palate, finely meshed tannin, plus lots of juice and fruit, floral and spicy notes, compact. A fine salty vein in the harmonious finish. SUPERIORE.DE

"Juicy and elegant, this offers bright red cherry, dried thyme, wild rose and orange peel. Finessed, clinging tannins are decidedly chalky in texture. Mid-weight and mouth cleansing, it finishes with an almost grapefruit tang. Winemaker Giuseppe Rigoli says that even ripening allowed the estate to pick Sangiovese at full phenolic ripeness in the first week of October. Though Merlot only ever makes up a small percentage of the blend, there is even less than usual as the vines were hit with downy mildew." Decanter