Gambero-Rosso

Clear, bright ruby, the nose has the scent of red fruits, freshly cut herbs and fine wood spice. Harmonious and balanced on the palate, medium-bodied and very relaxed in its acidity and tannin components. Perfect with not too heavy, Mediterranean meat and vegetable dishes. SUPERIORE.DE

"Aromas of crushed mint mingle with scorched earth and new leather. The straightforward, elegantly structured palate shows dried cherry, menthol and star anise interplaying with taut, fine-grained tannins. It closes on a note of coffee beans." Wine Enthusiast

"The 2017 Sangiovese Superiore Riserva Romagna Torre di Ceparano opens slowly, dusty and floral, with hints of dried black cherry and exotic spice that grow in volume with each swirl of the glass. This is elegant and silky throughout, coasting ripe red and black fruits across a saline-mineral core as vibrant acidity provides a lovely fresh impression. Its tannins come forward through the finale, pinching at the cheeks, and yet the mouth is left watering for more as licorice and sour citrus nuances fade. Give the Torre di Ceparano another year of cellaring to settle down a bit; it will be worth the wait. This is mostly Sangiovese with a splash of Merlot." Vinous

Italy connoisseur and wine critic Ian D'Agata writes about the grape variety in his book "Native Wine Grapes of Italy": "Verdicchio is arguably Italy's greatest indigenous white grape variety. This statement may come as a surprise to those who have only tasted neutral or watery Verdicchio wines, sometimes even bottled in incredible amphora-shaped bottles."

Light straw green in colour. Clean and fresh on the nose, lively and lively on the palate with an almost laser-like precision in the flavours of citrus fruits, herbs, almonds, mussels and crushed gravel. Its sweet and sour note makes the wine even more appealing and gives it an air of "drink me now". Everything here is in perfect balance and has a natural tension. Even Bisci's base wine, aged for 7 months on the fine lees, impressively demonstrates the great class of the winery. SUPERIORE.DE

"The 2022 Verdicchio di Matelica lifts from the glass with a gorgeous blend of chamomile, lime zest and crushed nectarine. It’s round and soft-textured with a salty spike of minerality up front, further enhanced by brisk acidity as tart orchard fruits cascade across the palate. The 2022 tapers off crisp, refreshing and quite saline in character, leaving the mouth-watering as hints of sour melon fade." Vinous

Brentino, made from Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon, is a great wine at a comparatively low price. Ruby red with garnet reflections, the bouquet is fruity with ripe berries, some hay and liquorice. The complex flavour is full and long-lasting with aromas of cassis and a little vanilla. SUPERIORE.DE

"A lunchtime-style claret. Cheeky freshness, crunchy red fruit and a hint of garden herbs add zest and flavour. Delicious to drink. Best enjoyed with a light chill." James Suckling

"The 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon-Merlot Brentino is perfumed and highly aromatic, with a burst of dusty rose and lavender that segues into crushed blackberry and a hint of orange zest. Ripe forest fruits wash over the palate, underscored by salty minerals and a hint of spice, and the wine is seamless and silky. It leaves you wanting more and finishes long and colourful, with a pleasantly bitter aftertaste that keeps me coming back to the glass. The 2021 wants to please." Vinous

"A zesty, medium- to full-bodied red, with generous milled pepper and Mediterranean macchia notes accenting bright black plum and cherry fruit flavors. Reveals supple tannins, which lend a chewy structure and firm the finish." Wine Spectator

Ruby red with light violet reflections. Inviting aroma of violets, redcurrants and wild strawberries. Delicately fruity, dry and crisp on the palate with a lively acidity and fine, sparkling perlage. Brings freshness and drinking pleasure to every garden party. Goes perfectly with finger food, cold cuts, prosciutto & co. SUPERIORE.DE

"The Lambrusco di Sorbara Sant'Agata 2022 has a beautiful platinum-pink colour in the glass. It offers a bouquet of wild flowers, crushed apples and ground ginger. The palate is washed by a creamy wave of tantalising bubbles that give way to sour citrus fruits and tart stone fruits. The zesty acidity cleanses the senses as the 2022 finishes a little short but impressively." Vinous

"Organically grown, this wine showcases aromas that immediately perk up the senses: crushed cherries, watermelon candy, violets and bay leaf. The driven palate with electric acidity pops with cranberry, lemon and strawberry tops finishing with a mouthwatering salty minerality." Wine Enthusiast

Medium ruby red. Sweet and spicy aromas of raspberry, milk chocolate, red cherry, orange zest and violets. Complex and juicy, with very soft tannins, high but harmonious acidity and beautiful generosity and elegance to the red cherry, salty and floral flavours. A deep, rich yet very clear wine with supple tannins that are wonderfully harmonious after a short aeration. SUPERIORE.DE

"Dark, strong ruby red. In the nose scent of dark berries, herbs and forest floor. On the palate present, fine tannin, light pleasant fruit sweetness and persistent, spicy final." Falstaff

"Duelame" is the successor to the popular "Etichetta Bianca". The name is derived from the word "lama", which in geological terms refers to a kind of blade, i.e. a cut in which the village of Lamole lies between two high plateaus. Fine aromas of cherry and blueberry on the nose and palate, together with a pleasant spicy note and silky tannins, create the perfect and delicate picture of a traditional Chianti Classico. SUPERIORE.DE

"Intense nose with notes of dogwood, then notes of wild rosemary and floral hints of Idris. The drinkability is flavoursome and iodised, fruity and spicy impressions reappear." Luca Gardini

Intense ruby red, persistent, fruity bouquet with notes of wild berries, violets, cloves and cinnamon as well as sweet tobacco flavours. Concentrated, fleshy, tannic, dark fruit flavours on the palate. On the finish, the spicy flavours merge with a pleasant fruity note. An unbeatable wine every year at a very attractive price! SUPERIORE.DE

"Dark, shimmering ruby red colour. Spicy and opulent on the nose, of ripe fruit, liquorice, forest floor and tobacco. Firm tannins and savoury fruit on the palate, carried by fresh acidity, mouth-filling with medium length." Falstaff

"Spicy berries, red plums and cherries are followed by a medium-bodied palate with fresh tannins and a juicy, medium-long finish." James Suckling

"The 2019 Montecucco Rosso Riserva is dark and brooding in the glass, with suggestions of rosemary and sage, chalk dust and autumnal spice giving way to red currants. This washes across the palate, elegant and refined, with sleek red and black fruits carried across a core of vibrant acidity. It leaves a coating of fine tannins to linger along with a licorice tinge, as hints of sweet sage and violet inner florals fade." Vinous

"Multi-layered nose of cherries and menthol; pithy in the mouth, lively acidity, fresh, balanced final with an elegant final." Vinum

"Sangiovese, with the participation of Ciliegiolo and Cabernet Sauvignon, for another of the "favourite sons" of the Maremma. Notes of blueberries on the nose, then laurel and undergrowth, finishing with eucalyptus again. Juicy on the palate, iodised tannins, fruity and balsamic notes." Luca Gardini

The straw-yellow Soave Classico has a light, floral aroma of citrus, apple, jasmine and elderberry. Soft and creamy on the palate with subtle almond tones and a mineral vein, all embedded in a fresh, crisp acidity. A lively, sophisticated white wine with an aromatic character and a flavoursome bite. SUPERIORE.DE

"The Soave Classico 2022 seduces with a blend of lime-soaked apples, chamomile and sea spray. It opens with a lovely inner sweetness contrasted by crisp fruit and citrus peel, all driven by juicy acidity. It finishes remarkably fresh and youthfully taut, with a hint of candied lemon that leaves the mouth watering and wanting more. The 2022 is a seductress." Vinous

"Stone fruit and an acidity characterised by white pepper. Beautiful depth. Medium-bodied, very versatile and savoury with a long, juicy finish. The screw cap emphasises the precision." James Suckling

"Lifting out of the glass like a rocket, the aromas of this Soave are vibrant and fresh with notes of fresh peaches, pear, acacia and wet stone. Mouthwatering with tart apricot and bright orchard fruit flavors finishing with crunchy acidity and intense minerality." Wine Enthusiast

Fine fragrance of melon, peach and flowers. Deep, creamy texture on the palate, generous and fresh. A delicious, fresh and very complex white from Argiolas from predominantly Nasco with a small part of Vermentino. SUPERIORE.DE

"Very intense flavors of dried lemons with zest and salty undertones. It’s medium- to full-bodied with so much flavor and phenolic tension. Minerally and spicy at the end. You can taste the sea." James Suckling

Leone Blend, a zesty Sicilian white cuvée made predominantly from Catarratto, Pinot Bianco and Sauvignon, shows beautiful fruit and fresh almond notes as well as a crisp, extremely clean flavour with an enjoyable length. SUPERIORE.DE

"Aromas of waxed lemons and sliced pears with fresh sage, jasmine and white stones. Medium body. Juicy and crisp with a fruity finish. Attractive savoury notes on the finish." James Suckling

"The 2022 Leone Blend is savoury, with ginger and nectarine complementing crushed green apples. It opens with a pretty inner sweetness contrasted by vibrant acidity and mineral tones, while green melon and gentle chamomile notes linger on the senses. The Leone blend finishes with a tropical bloom of flowers and spice, ideally preparing the palate for another sip. This is fantastic value from Tenuta Regaleali." Vinous

Under the name Askos, Li Veli brings together a project in which long-forgotten, autochthonous grape varieties are rediscovered and cultivated on the ideal terroir selected for them in each case. Light yellow with green reflections. Intense fruity nose of tropical fruits, citrus fruits, pears and fresh spices. On the palate it is full, balanced with good acidity. Fruity, mineral and mildly spicy aftertaste. An exciting and dry Apulian white wine with a nice length that you must have tried! SUPERIORE.DE

"A tangy, lightly mineral nose with green apples, guava, stones and green mangoes. Chalky and bright on the palate with a crunchy bite of green fruit followed by a succulent, bone-dry finish. An attractive white made from the rare verdeca grape. Delicious." James Suckling

Appetising sparkling yellow-green colour and fine foaming perlage. Clear and intense fragrance of peach and green apple, with aromas of fine buttered pastries in the background. On the palate, it shows a lot of fruit, crisp, fresh and well-balanced. SUPERIORE.DE

The Barbera vines for Sentieri, which are over 30 years old, stand at an altitude of about 300 m on predominantly calcareous soils in the natural amphitheatre of Monleale. It shows the stark opposite of an opulent, dense style. Sentieri has a beautiful Italian freshness and is 100% focused on the primary fruit of the Barbera grape. It presents plenty of race and a personality that is distinguishedly restrained and very well balanced. For us, this is Barbera at its purest and here Walter Massa impressively proves that he is not only capable of top performance with the white Timorasso. And once again we are more than taken with the excellent value his wines. SUPERIORE.DE

Schulthaus(er) Pinot Bianco is the classic among South Tyrolean Pinot Blancs and is celebrating its 40th anniversary with the 2022 vintage. Its success began in 1982, when it was first vinified and bottled. A perfect, delicately fruity and fresh wine with a creamy softness and racy acidity that is a pleasure to savour. SUPERIORE.DE

"A pretty flavorful pinot bianco here that shows a mineral twist to the dried herbs and white fruit. A tad phenolic on the palate with good intensity and fresh acidity." James Suckling

"This bright and minerally white is light on its feet, showing a focused range of white peach and white cherry fruit backed by racy acidity, with notes of pickled ginger, honeysuckle and pink grapefruit zest." Wine Spectator

Clear straw yellow and intense, fresh scent of green apple, citrus, white flowers and nuts. Clear and juicy on the palate, unfolds with rich fruit, delicate, tense and long. SUPERIORE.DE

"Bright, luminous straw yellow. In the nose ripe apple and pear as well as a hint of vanilla and liquorice. Balanced, creamy on the palate, great richness, some walnut, medium-long finish with a mineral touch." Falstaff

"Peaches, apricots, wet stones and white pepper on the nose. Creamy and spicy with full body, chalky minerality and lively acidity. Excellent focus." James Suckling

A particularly high-quality Fiano di Avellino from Campania with a bouquet of light-coloured stone fruit, nuts and honey. On the palate, its fruity character, aromatic herbal notes and clean structure and minerality make it extremely stimulating. SUPERIORE.DE

"That's good. Taut and fresh. It relies on a chewy lattice of salted lemon pith, as well as a distinct acidity. Taut and medium-bodied, with dabs of pistachio, fennel, tonic and jasmine. Long and complex." James Suckling

"The 2022 Fiano di Avellino Pietracalda is another highly approachable and drinkable white wine from Feudi di San Gregorio. It is fresh and vibrant in terms of both bouquet and mouthfeel, with plenty of white melon, pear, almond and crushed stone." Wine Advocate

Trentanni is a complex, dense wine made from equal parts of Sangiovese and Merlot. Intense bouquet of dark fruits, round and soft on the palate with lots of fruit and long. SUPERIORE.DE

Bright ruby red colour, open-hearted notes of cherry, raspberry and violet, paired with green pepper and cloves. Delicate on the palate, with a nice tang. Delicate, fine tannins, vivaciously supported by a fresh acidity structure with subtle extract sweetness, round off this incredibly authentic and juicy Tuscan experience. SUPERIORE.DE

"The 2021 Chianti Classico is bright, floral and fruity, giving it great immediacy. Crushed flowers, cedar, tobacco and mint play with a core of vibrant Sangiovese fruit in this charming, medium-bodied offering from San Felice." Vinous

"A fresh and delicious Chianti Classico with a lightness and crispness. Sour cherries and light orange blossom. Light and beautiful." James Suckling

"The 2021 Chianti Classico proves to be a versatile wine and a fundamentally food-friendly choice with lots of purple and blue fruits with hints of fragrant wild roses. The wine has a medium weight and plenty of fresh acidity that pairs well with cream or butter ingredients." Wine Advocate

"Cranberries, strawberries and orange peel with fennel and sage and a mineral edge of just crushed rock are on the nose and then are repeated on the palate, where they come together in an elegant balance against firm but polished tannins and vibrant acidity." Wine Enthusiast

"Intense notes on the nose, hints of black raspberries, with memories of mint and cinnamon from Valdostan. Juicy and spicy flavour, with a comeback of rowan and green pepper." Luca Gardini

Powerful with an impeccably clear aroma. On the palate, the acidity supports ripe banana and citrus fruit that blends seamlessly with the wood. SUPERIORE.DE

Col d'Orcia's Rosso di Montalcino is a fabulous wine every year. Classic aromas of wild berries, camphor and ploughed earth as well as a hint of blue flowers. Full-bodied and savoury on the palate with flavours of marasca cherry, plum and liquorice and taut, fine-grained tannins flanking the finish. SUPERIORE.DE

"Intense ruby red colour. Black bread, violets, some blueberry and white pepper on the nose. Opens fruit-emphasised on the palate on dark berries, delicate creaminess, enveloped by medium-bodied, tightly meshed tannins, beautiful length, still delicately bitter on the finish." Falstaff

"The 2021 Rosso di Montalcino wafts up with a rich blend of crushed cherries, sage and dusty earth. It opens with a lovely inner sweetness and plush red berry fruits, soothing the palate through a core of vibrant acidity as violet inner florals form toward the close. This finishes with admirable length and unexpected structure, leaving a spicy tinge and sweet herbal flourish. It's a total pleasure to taste." Vinous

Brilliant and intense straw yellow colour with bright reflections. Fine citrus fruit, white-fleshed fruit and wild flowers on the nose, followed by a hint of herbs, then slightly spicy and very elegant. Elegance, longevity and freshness on the palate with a return of the bouquet flavours and a great spiciness, ending with the minerality characteristic of the Pecorino grape variety. SUPERIORE.DE

"Light, bright straw yellow colour. Slightly restrained on the nose, yellow stone fruit, white flowers. Present acidity on the palate, fine citrus notes and a mineral and salty finish." Falstaff

"A nose like a sea breeze wafting through a grove of lemon and peach trees, while an herbaceous undertone provides a subtle solemnity that continues on the palate. Acid further underscores the already potent salinity." Wine Enthusiast

"Fresh, grassy meadow aromas mingle with gooseberries on the nose to create an inviting introduction to this super Pecorino, which has a medium body on the palate with bright, tangy fruit and a creamy, mineral texture. Made from organically grown grapes. A delicious white wine." James Suckling

Brò is a white wine from sustainable cultivation that is hard to beat in terms of freshness, elegance and enjoyment. The grapes come from the clay and limestone soils near Fiumana di Predappio. Pale straw yellow in colour with greenish reflections. On the nose, a captivating blend of crushed stones, spiced orange peel, dried apricot and peach, mixed with herbal elements. On the characterful palate, it is complex, juicy and very drinkable with its freshness and lightness. SUPERIORE.DE

"Do your best to find this layered, textured and generous wine—it's what we all need. Aromas of lemon zest, lemon oil, baked apples, pressed wildflowers and crushed stone lift from the glass with grace. Fresh on the palate but with gravitas, the wine highlights the citrus notes with hints of roasted orange and honey that are lifted by crunchy acidity and minerality." Wine Enthusiast

Under the name Askos, Li Veli summarises a project in which long-forgotten, indigenous grape varieties are rediscovered and cultivated on the ideal terroir selected for them. The red Susumaniello grape is said to originate from the nearby Dalmatian coast and is one of the most exciting grape varieties in Puglia today, even though it is rarely vinified as a single variety.

The Susumaniello Askos is a solid red wine with a rich bouquet of red cherries, plums, dark spices and red earth. These warm flavours combine with a medium intensity and full, round fruit to create an extroverted style that is both soft and pleasantly fruity. Tradition meets modernity - very successful! SUPERIORE.DE