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Light, sparkling white wine from the Trebbiano and Garganega grape varieties. Aromas reminiscent of pears, apples and herbs and the finely integrated acidity in the background give the Bianco di Custoza its light-hearted nature. SUPERIORE.DE

"Bright, luminous straw yellow with green reflexes. Shows fresh citrus on the nose, a hint of white blossom, reverberating with juicy herbs. Opens on the palate with crisp acidity and racy nerve, tense, not banal, drinks very well." Falstaff

Pure Nero d'Avola, named after Lago di Disueri, a lake in the province of Caltanissetta in the middle of Sicily. Deep dark red, intensely fragrant of dark fruits with a hint of eucalyptus. Powerful and round on the palate, supple and long. SUPERIORE.DE

"Dark ruby. In the nose of ripe cherries, dark chocolate and wild berries. Fresh and crisp on the palate, showing young fruit and crisp acidity, glides along finely." Falstaff

"A fine-tannined and pretty-fruited nero d'avola with black-cherry and blueberry character and some citrus. Medium-bodied with chewy tannins and a flavorful finish. In check, but open." James Suckling

Here, for the first time, comes the popular La Segreta Bianco as 100% Grillo from the charming Ulmo region and the oldest winery of the Planeta family with the 2020 vintage. Light straw yellow with green reflections. On the nose, lots of sea breeze with primary fruity notes of citrus, pear and oregano. Dry, fresh and taut on the palate with a fine salty note and a lot of desire for the next sip. SUPERIORE.DE

"Pale shimmering greenish yellow. Comes on fresh meadow herbs, peach blossom, a hint of orange zest on the nose. Gentle attack with well-integrated acidity, pleasantly mineral, builds good tension, then slight restraint in the back, finishes on salted lime." Falstaff

"The 2020 Grillo La Segreta is wickedly fresh, presenting a display of sour melon, lime zest and spicy florals. Its textures are soothingly soft, offset by vibrant acids with tart orchard fruits and an inner smokiness that I find quite attractive. Sour citrus tugs at the cheeks as the 2020 finishes with mouthwatering tension. You could drink this all day." Vinous

"White spring flower, grapefruit and Mediterranean herb aromas follow through to the bright, savory palate along with notes of white peach and Meyer lemon. It's an incredible value at this price point, with tang, saline and crisp acidity that energize the close." Wine Enthusiast

Fresh cuvée of Syrah and Nero d'Avola. Light and seductively scented of rose petals, pomegranate and wild strawberries, well balanced and soft on the palate, a pleasantly fine fruity rosato in the finish. SUPERIORE.DE

"Bright, delicate old pink. Fine and fragrant nose, opens with notes of strawberry and raspberry, also some sour cherry. Fresh on the palate, lots of juicy fruit, of peach and strawberries, racy acidity, very good drinking flow, an ideal partner for a balmy summer evening." Falstaff

"The 2020 Sicilia Rose delivers a captivating bouquet full of peppery florals, young strawberries with stems and all, plus a note of flowery undergrowth that seals the deal. This is soft and enveloping, contrasting ripe melon with zesty yellow citrus and bright acidity. It's incredibly long with cheek-puckering tension, as a mix of sour lemon and green apple slowly fizzles out." Vinous

2019 is the debut vintage for the first single-varietal La Segreta Rosso. Ruby red colour with violet reflections. On the nose, varietal aromas of ripe plums, cocoa, wild fruits and a flawless spiciness with traces of white smoke. On the palate, full and wide and of beautiful juiciness with very soft, well-integrated tannins and a beautiful, finely spicy finish. SUPERIORE.DE

"Sparkling ruby red with brightening rim. Fine roasted aromas meet the nose, fresh cedars, small red berries, cranberries, a hint of rosemary. Lively on the palate, shows fine embedded tannins in interplay with the acidity, animating, juicy, runs narrowly together at the back, reverberates distinctly fruity." Falstaff

pepherbs, florals and hints of wild strawberry lift up from the 2019 Nero d'Avola La Segreta. It's soft and juicy in nature, with a smoky display of ripe red berries offset by a twang of spiced citrus. Violets, lavender and hints of pomegranate linger long, as this tapers off savory and classically dry." Vinous

Clear pink colour with strong reflections. Fresh cherry bouquet, characteristic and with floral notes. Dry and fruity on the palate, with aromas of sour cherries, raspberries and wild strawberries, plus the typical very light almond tone on the finish. A very harmonious rosé with a fresh and powerful structure that lingers beautifully and is a pleasure to drink. SUPERIORE.DE

"Bright, intense raspberry pink. In the nose of watermelon, cherry juice and a hint of blood oranges, light pomegranate in the aftertaste. On the palate clear and with delicate fruit melting, spreads freshly over the tongue, compact and slightly salty, fine length." Falstaff

"The 2020 Cerasuolo d'Abruzzo charms with a delicate display of wild strawberries, nuanced florals and hints of stone dust. It's a vibrant and juicy effort that fleshes out across the palate with mineral-tinged fruits and savory spice. A buzz of residual acids lingers, forcing the mouth to water, as this tapers off to hard red candies and inner rose tones. The 2020 La Valentina is a spirited Cerasuolo for poolside sipping." Vinous

Bright straw yellow. This single-varietal Grillo smells of citrus fruit, melon and fine herbs. On the palate, a present, fresh fruit, very juicy and with a mineral-salty vein in the finish. SUPERIORE.DE

"Intense bright lemon yellow. Exceedingly fragrant of elderberry and lime, with yellow fruit and a hint of ripe quince. Spans the tongue delicately, compact at the core, shows pressure and juicy play, fine salt lemon enlivens the medium-long finish." Falstaff

The fame and Latin name of this legendary wine dates back to the beginning of the 12th century. In the current Est! Est!!! Est!!! Poggio dei Gelsi, Riccardo Cotarella put all his bravura into it: he gave it an appetising, aromatic spiciness that is supported by a lean, sparkling structure. Pale straw yellow. Discreet, pure aromas of fresh citrus fruits, white flowers and nectarine. Fresh, beautifully balanced and gently concentrated on the palate, it offers good density and a bright acid lift in the drink. SUPERIORE.DE

"Bright straw yellow. In the nose with fine green spiciness and a light banana scent, reverberating with white flowers. On the palate with fine juiciness and compact fruit, stretches out delicately bitter and animating, slightly salty finish." Falstaff

Cherry red Valpolicella with a pleasantly light scent of currants and raspberries. Very harmonious and discreet on the palate, velvety and fruity in the finish. An ideal food companion, due to its slimmer kind also good for lunch. SUPERIORE.DE

"Bright, clear ruby red. In the nose after sugared cherries, tender plum and some violet. Juicy palate with dancing acidity, fine play, high drinking flow, slightly salty in the final." Falstaff

"Medium-light red; plant-red fruity; intense fruit, partly raspberry, partly plant-green, appealing, fine astringency and spice. Merum

Fresh, very drinkable Valpolicella made of stainless steel without wooden insert. Bright ruby red with bright reflections. Characteristic bouquet of dark cherries with a hint of black pepper. Medium pressure on the palate, good structure and depth, clear fruit, then a smooth finish with a spicy vein. SUPERIORE.DE

"Deep ruby with light purple. Rich crisp fruit on the nose, precise, a hint of toasted almonds, wild berries. Slightly salty on the palate, dark berry fruit, should still be ripe." Falstaff

"Tropical fruit and peach aromas carry over to the crisp palate along with citrus and pineapple notes. It's refreshing, with vibrant acidity." Wine Enthusiast

Feminine floral scent of peach blossom and fresh exotic fruits. Medium-bodied on the palate, with freshness and good consistency, soft fruit flavours on the finish. Drinkable. SUPERIORE.DE

"Bright straw yellow. Discreet aromas of tangerine peel, red-baked apple, ripe pear and camomile. Enters the palate smoothly, with fine fruit melting, fresh in the drink, showing a certain lightness, yet precise, juicy and with present yellow fruit in the final." Falstaff

"An inviting young chardonnay with freshly sliced and lightly spiced apple on the nose and palate. Some lavender-like character, too. Not overly complex, but well poised and lip-smackingly delicious." James Suckling

Fresh, floral-scented Rosato from Castel del Monte, beautifully accessible and wonderfully fruity on the palate. A correctly vinified everyday wine that gives us a lot of pleasure. SUPERIORE.DE

"Brightening pinkish red. In the nose fragrant, clear, of white blossoms and fresh citrus fruit, also slightly of ripe, sugared raspberries, inviting. On the palate clear, juicy, with a nice fan and crisp core, final juicy and crystalline." Falstaff

The extremely popular white wine from Maccari has risen to DOC status and is now called "Olli". It caresses nose and palate with aromatic-floral notes and yellow-fleshed fruit. Energetic, with resilience and expressiveness to the finish, this white from the trendy Sicilian variety Grillo offers exemplary value. SUPERIORE.DE

"Intense bright lemon yellow. Fragrant bouquet of yellow and white flowers, elderberry, rich white peach, fresh lemon. Fine yellow fruit nuances spread on the palate, shows elegant acidity, clear and balanced, slightly mineral with a harmonious final." Falstaff

"Ripe-pineapple and citrus character with a hint of creamy pine nut. Medium-bodied with a well-balanced, smooth palate and a crisp, sprightly fruit and mineral finish." James Suckling

Rich ruby-violet colour, very clear and intense bouquet with strong notes of dark fruits and a hint of violets. Juicy, fresh with lots of ripe berry fruit on the palate. Round, supple and dense with a fruity-salty final. SUPERIORE.DE

"Dark shining ruby red. Fragrant and open-hearted nose of red roses, raspberries, wild berries, slightly of rose hips, inviting. Balanced and harmonious on the palate, stretches out with a clear, juicy dress, fruity core, slightly salty finish." Falstaff

"A polished, refined Nero d'avola with blackberries, black olives and blueberries. Hints of stones. Full-bodied with a nicely formed palate and a long, linear finish. A cooler style, compared with the often jammy rendition of this grape." James Suckling

With the Pelofino, Elisabetta Geppetti has created a fruity-spicy cuvée from Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. Elegant aromas of dark fruits in the bouquet, wide and powerful on the palate, yet beautifully balanced. A wine with an excellent price-pleasure ratio. SUPERIORE.DE

Deep ruby red colour with violet tinges. Clean, intense and persistent on the nose, with notes of red fruits, blackberries and sour cherries. Full and fruity on the palate, with notes of tobacco and liquorice on the finish. SUPERIORE.DE

"Intense garnet with purple. In the nose of ripe forest fruits, undergrowth, strawberry jam, in the aftertaste of noble mushrooms. Opens up hearty and red-fruity on the palate with well integrated tannin, not too bulky, nicely balanced, drinkable, good food companion!" Falstaff

"Bright blackberries and blueberries are at the forefront on the nose. Medium-bodied with a persistent line of confident acidity and plenty of playful citrus and chestnut undertones." James Suckling

Grottolo Rosato shines in rich pink, has a delicate red wine bouquet and a juicy taste of wild berries and peach with pleasantly balanced acidity. Spicy and fresh, compact, with a fresh pull on the palate and a nice finish. SUPERIORE.DE

"Brightening pink in the glass. The nose smells of ripe lemons, a hint of pink blossoms, in the aftertaste of early ripe cherries, distantly reminiscent of stone fruit. On the palate with a certain juiciness, spreads out with a delicate bitter undertone, has nice length and fine pressure in the second part, is very suitable as a food companion." Falstaff

"Fresh cherries, strawberries, basil and thyme. Medium body with fresh, fruity flavors and a balanced finish. Nicely done. Delicious." James Suckling

Delicate golden yellow, fine and long-lasting perlage, tangy and elegant on the palate with the delicate scent of green apples. Great value! SUPERIORE.DE

"Bright greenish yellow, delicate perlage. Finely marked nose with lots of fresh apple. Good density on the palate, full-bodied and lots of ripe fruit, then a slight bitter note on the final." Falstaff

With the Lugana San Benedetto, Zenato shows every year anew how delicious the whites from Lake Garda can be. Crisp apples, pears, flowers and spices are just some of the notes that flow from this graceful, very pleasing white wine. On the palate, it is spicy, full and harmonious and the vibrant acidity blends freshly and well into the overall picture. SUPERIORE.DE

"Bright straw yellow. In the nose of banana and white peach, discreetly also of blood orange, delicately of wet stone. On the palate clear, with juicy fruit melting, cool in the core, with finesse, persistent finish." Falstaff

"Pleasant aromas and flavors of apples and pears with some fresh herbs, flowers and minerals. A full-bodied white with a rich vein of ripe fruit all the way through to the end. Delicious." James Suckling

Ruby red, with a fruity-herbal fragrance, spicy taste and fresh acidity, this evergreen from the Maremma (not only as a perfect accompaniment to meals) convinces us every year anew. SUPERIORE.DE

"Dark ruby red with a touch of purple. Intense nose of cherries and Amarena, underlined by delicate violet. Balanced and clear on the palate, opens with still quite young tannin, harmonious, good foresight." Falstaff

Fine Morellino from the Poggio al Lupo winery in Magliano, from the south of the province of Grosseto, with a delicious bouquet of red fruits, rosemary and bitter chocolate. On the palate, a generous variety of aromas. Flattering tannin, enveloping. Gentle and long finish. SUPERIORE.DE

"Engaging bouquet on aromas of berries and herbs, subtle cocoa notes; harmonious on the palate, fruity-spicy finish. Successful." Vinum

"Bright ruby red. Fragrant, resinous nose of ripe wild berries, pitch in the undertone, slightly fleshy, dried rose petal in the reverberation. On the palate then very fruity and clear, tightens up with a cool core, very drinkable, in the final again nice fruit sweetness." Falstaff

"A fruity, easygoing Morellino with cherries, orange peel and just a hint of chocolate powder. Medium body." James Suckling

The grapes for Vigna Pedale come from vines that are over 30 years old. The vines are planted in a small tree system, which allows only a few grapes per vine. The harvest does not begin until mid-October, very unusual for a site this far south. Spicy scent of thyme, wild mushrooms and earth, the typical, unadulterated taste is powerful and concentrated. This wine is already a great pleasure today, but it still has potential for the next few years. SUPERIORE.DE

"Purple dark red; reductive, stale fruity notes, reminiscent of cherry juice; juicy, sweetness, fruity, also length." Merum

"Bright garnet. Noble, finely spicy nose of ripe raspberries, delicate incense, chalky undertone, reverberating with elderberries. Balanced on the palate, with pressure, showing juicy, pithy tannin, also salty, spreads out widely, elegant, with a long finish." Falstaff

"Good bright, dark red. Smoke, raspberry, wild herbs, flint and menthol on the refined nose, accented by black pepper. Densely packed, with strong but harmonious acidity nicely framing the flavors of strawberry, minerals and herbs. Youthfully chewy tannins provide a serious spine and support the flavors on the long back end that features laser-like precision." Vinous