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The harvested Malvasia grapes remain in shaded drying chambers for several weeks under good ventilation. Without moisture and hot sun, the grapes dry slowly and thus retain their acidity and very moderate alcohol levels. Capofaro is an impressive dessert wine that comes from vines that once belonged to the late winemaker Carlo Hauner, who made Malvasia from the island of Salina famous.

Bright golden yellow in colour. A warm bouquet of orange blossom, candied orange peel and flowers, underpinned by bright, savoury notes. Very densely packed and tightly wound, it displays a luscious mouthfeel and a tantalising sweetness that is beautifully balanced by a crisp acidity. The finish is creamy and long, with notes of botrytis and reminiscent of tropical fruit nectar. SUPERIORE.DE

Powerful grappa, golden yellow with a very light oak aroma due to a short storage in wooden barrels, whereby the typical fruity character of a young brandy is well preserved. Balanced and with a nice persistence on the palate. SUPERIORE.DE

Fine late harvest from the house of Antinori: Complex fragrance and silky taste with aromas of sweet, juicy peaches, ripe pears, jasmine, caramel and honey. Muffato della Sala is one of Italy's most famous and delicious sweet wines. SUPERIORE.DE

This desirable brandy is made from the marcs of the famous Bordeaux blend Capo di Stato. After 60 months of ageing in the barriques of the eponymous wine, this grappa riserva takes on a beautiful dark amber colour with copper-red reflections. Distinctly spicy notes of cocoa, leather, liquorice and red fruits such as cherry and blackcurrant give the palate the softness and elegance that only long ageing can provide. It is rounded off by the pure oak aftertaste that confirms the olfactory impressions. Full-bodied, spicy and endowed with great power. Excellent with a fine cigar and dark chocolate. SUPERIORE.DE

Clear, appetisingly fresh and, due to its soft fruity scent, almost feminine brandy of Brunello marc with a youthful character. Intense, ethereal nose, then harmonious on the palate and, as it progresses, powerful, intense and very long. SUPERIORE.DE

For the production of Badia a Coltibuono Grappa Riserva, our own Sangiovese marcs are distilled by hand at low temperature with indirect steam after a gentle pressing. This process preserves the aromas of the fresh marcs in the grappa. The grappa is produced at the Nannoni distillery in Paganico, where many of Italy's best wine producers have their grappa distilled.

Coltibuono's Grappa Riserva is straw yellow in colour with amber tones. On the nose, it is elegant and refined with beautiful notes of vanilla and spices due to ripeness. On the palate, it is soft and elegant, finishing with a clean, lingering finish. SUPERIORE.DE

Delicate golden hue, attractive aromas of ripe fruit, hazelnuts and sultanas. Balanced body and mild finish. SUPERIORE.DE

Clear and appetisingly soft peach fragrant. Grappa from Pinot Nero and Barbera with a round, harmonious body, which develops on the palate to mature warmth and a deep finish. SUPERIORE.DE

Delightful, full-fruited dessert wine on the occasion of the 100th birthday of the founder Antonio Argiolas. Radiant ruby red, intense, berry bouquet, notes of honey, cardamom and cinnamon. Full on the palate, lots of ripe, sweet fruit, after figs, then again rich spicy notes, very long finish. SUPERIORE.DE

Intense bouquet with notes of roses, cloves and orange peel, the taste is equally complex and extremely pleasant and long. This rose muscatel dolce is an excellent accompaniment to dry desserts or spicy oriental dishes. It is also suitable as an unusual digestif or as a meditation wine. SUPERIORE.DE

"Bright ruby violet. In the nose of juicy cherries with a very clear floral accent, on roses and geraniums, fine vegetal spice on the finish. Juicy on the palate, with clear fruit and a hearty course, the sweetness is well integrated, delicate tannin on the finish." Falstaff

Clear distillate with a delicate bouquet of prune and chocolate. On the palate then wild berries and some acacia wood, powerful and punchy in the final. SUPERIORE.DE

Beautiful Verduzzo Friulano wrapped in shiny old gold and with delightful aromas from brittle to almonds, from apricot jam to caramel. The palate is also pampered by fine sweet aromas and a taste of integrity and persistence balanced by fresh acidity. SUPERIORE.DE

Ricasoli's amber-coloured Vin Santo shows aromas of honey, caramel, roasted nuts, vanilla and brown sugar. The flavours are silky and seamlessly integrated and flow together in absolute harmony on the palate. On the palate, this wine is rich with a high glycerine content that endlessly envelops the palate. A terrificVin Santo with breathtaking fruit intensity, precision and remarkable freshness despite its maturity! SUPERIORE.DE

Best fresh marc from Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc grapes. Distilled in a manual discontinuous system in which small copper boilers are emptied and refilled after each distillation. This labour-intensive process gives the crystal-clear grappa its fine, varied aromas of herbs and green olives. Potent and round on the palate with a floral finish. SUPERIORE.DE

Intense grappa with a strong aroma of ripe grapes and hints of fresh grapefruit. A pleasant, almost chocolaty bitterness develops in the long finish. SUPERIORE.DE

Clear, intense, aromatic of spices, moss and violets. Inviting, round and balanced, dry and long. A very nice, soft distillate. SUPERIORE.DE

This grappa is distilled from the best marcs of the Gewürztraminer. The diverse aroma spectrum of this grape is very authentically reflected in the bouquet. This very restrained and elegant grappa impresses with a very delicate and varietal bouquet of roses as well as with a smooth body and long finish. SUPERIORE.DE

Elegant distillate from the marc of the Gewürztraminer grapes of the Kolbenhof vineyard. The strict selection and loving care give the grappa elegance, radiance and full-bodiedness. SUPERIORE.DE

The grapes are dried on straw mats for 4 months, followed by slow fermentation, which is interrupted in winter due to the temperature. Bright ruby red colour with elegant golden reflections. Aromatic bouquet of great breadth and complexity with characteristic notes of dried fruit, honey and various spices. SUPERIORE.DE

"Lots of saffron, toffee, and salted caramel followed by a hint of sesame oil. The concentrated and generous palate is supported by bright acidity. Persistent finish with citrus blossom undertones." James Suckling

Fine grappa made from the marc of the Langhe Chardonnay Gaia & Rey: Crystal clear, freshly scented with tropical fruits and brioche with a slender body, intense berry aroma and noble fruit note in the finish. SUPERIORE.DE

Bright crystal clear grappa with subtle berry scent, notes of pomace spice and floral hints. Dry and well balanced on the palate, elegant, rich, with a hint of pepper, very classic. SUPERIORE.DE

Meditation grappa with a clearly defined personality, aged in barriques. Intense amber colour with reddish brown nuances, elegant aroma composition of vanilla, spices and dried fruits, warm and full-bodied taste. SUPERIORE.DE

A masculine brandy full of power, elegance and harmony: radiantly bright with complex grape aroma and smooth body. SUPERIORE.DE

Rich, impenetrable ruby violet, the bouquet with appealing aromas of sultanas, dried plums and elderberries. Explosive richness on the palate, full of pickled fruits, fine pepper notes in the background, opens with grippy tannins, plus a nicely balanced sweetness that reveals cherries and chocolate on the long final. SUPERIORE.DE

"Dark ruby red with a black, impenetrable core. The nose smells of dark chocolate, elderberries and prunes, some cloves and sandalwood. On the palate with exciting interplay between sweetness and tannin, good concentration but still finesse, shows good pressure and remains juicy on the finish." Falstaff

"Darkly floral and exotic, while pulling me close with medicinal black berries and clove, the 2016 Recioto della Valpolicella Classico Giovanni Allegrini makes a lasting first impression. While silky-smooth and pleasantly sweet, there’s a lifted and vibrant feel on the palate that keeps the expression wildly fresh, as sweet herbs and tobacco echo throughout over a drenching mix of chocolate and raisins. It leaves a staining of ripe fruits but tapers off impossibly finessed and lifted. If anything, a bit more length might seal the deal, but that’s just splitting hairs. It’s a beautiful Recioto." Vinous