James Suckling

As always good and very drinkable is the Rosso of Cerro. Smoke, spice and chocolate notes in the pleasantly fruity fragrance, typical for the grape variety and lasting taste. SUPERIORE.DE

"Wild berries, dried flowers, pine cones and forest scents here. It’s medium-bodied with spices, dried flowers and fruit on the palate, too. Sleek tannins." James Suckling

The Chianti Colli Senesi from Fattoria del Cerro is a dark, lively wine with beautiful fruit, mineral and leather aromas in the nose. Pleasantly round and balanced on the palate. A drinkable wine with a certain standard. SUPERIORE.DE

"A Chianti with lots of berry and chocolate character, medium body, vanilla undertones and a simple finish." James Suckling

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

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

Bright, fruity red. Fresh and fruity nose of elder, cherries, spices and citrus fruits. On the palate very tasteful, precise and fresh. The firm body and its fresh finish make it a wonderful everyday wine and food companion. SUPERIORE.DE

"Profusion of cherries and berries on the nose, following through to the palate. It’s medium-bodied with firm, fine tannins and a lemon-zest aftertaste." James Suckling

The Sallier de la Tour winery has been owned by the Tasca Counts since 2009, making it the fifth winery to add to the diversity and professionalism of what is arguably Sicily's most famous winery. At Sallier de la Tour, the focus is on the grape varieties Grillo, Inzolia, Syrah and Nero d'Avola.

Light yellow with green reflexes. In the bouquet orange zest, meadow flowers and notes of melon and herbs. Fresh and light at the palate, again fruity, a fine almond note joins. A classic for the light Mediterranean kitchen and the warm summer evening. SUPERIORE.DE

"Fragrant and refreshing, this has intense aromas of white spring flowers and tropical fruit. On the palate, tangy acidity accompanies passion fruit, honeydew and a dollop of vanilla before a green apple close." Wine Enthusiast

"A medium-bodied white with sliced apples, limes, green mangoes and a hint of cardamom. Bright acidity and a refreshing finish. Nice, waxy-lemon character." James Suckling

The winery Sallier de la Tour is since 2009 in the possession of the counts Tasca and thus the fifth enterprise, which complements and constitutes the variety and professionalism of the probably most famous winery of Sicily. Deep dark red, spices and a fine liquorice note in the nose. Impressive fruit and freshness on the palate, the discreet use of wood gives it concentration, backbone, velvety elegance and a good future. SUPERIORE.DE

"I love the spicy complexity to this nero d’avola, which is far from all about its boisterous cherries. Think tamarind, dried cumin and rosemary. Juicy and succulent on the full-bodied palate, where the tannins take on a soft, fleshy appeal, drawing in layers of exuberant blackberries and deeper accents of tar." James Suckling

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

Smells seductively of spices and cherries. Soft, almost sensual, it glides over the tongue and beguiles the palate with soft, very delicate tannins and a long, juicy finish. An impeccable Sicilian! SUPERIORE.DE

"Lots of fruity, dark-cherry aromas and flavors with undertones of lemon peel and zest. It’s medium-bodied with firm tannins and a lightly chewy texture at the finish." James Suckling

Dark red with varietal bouquet, slightly peppery and grassy notes. A strong fleshy red wine of beautiful spiciness and balanced fineness. SUPERIORE.DE

"Berry, green-olive and lemon-rind aromas and flavors. Medium-bodied with medium chewy tannins and a flavorful finish." James Suckling

Deep, dense colour, in the nose much fruit and a breath easily sweetish liquorice. Very elegant with fine, smoky plum bouquet and well integrated acidity in the persistent taste. SUPERIORE.DE

"Some spice, smoked-meat and chocolate aromas and flavors follow through to a medium body with chewy tannins and a medium finish." James Suckling

Delightful ruby red with violet reflexes, the nose has hints of blackcurrant, mulberry and raspberry, held together by the scent of cyclamen and musk. On the palate dense fruit, the tannins sweet and lively. A wonderful and authentic Sicilian. SUPERIORE.DE

"A fresh, clean red with dried cherries, sour cherries and orange peel. It’s medium-bodied and round-textured. Soft and delicious." James Suckling

Fresh, very fruity Chianti with a lot of esprit and drinkability. Smells of cherries and red currants, harmoniously round on the palate with lively acidity and well-dosed tannin. SUPERIORE.DE

"A fruity, easy Chianti with fresh cherries and hints of chocolate. Medium body, citrusy acidity and a clean finish." James Suckling

Deep red colour, fascinating complex aroma spectrum on the nose. Dominated by the ripe berry scent, with hints of plums and tobacco. Powerful and intense on the palate, rich in extract, with juicy soft tannins. SUPERIORE.DE

"Dried cherry, prune, tobacco, walnut and spices on the nose. It's medium-to full-bodied with firm, chewy tannins and bright acidity. Richly flavored with chocolate-orange notes on the finish." James Suckling

Dark red with typical varietal bouquet, slightly peppery and grassy notes. A strong, fleshy red wine with a nice spiciness and balanced finesse. SUPERIORE.DE

"Blueberries and blackcurrants with flowers and spices follow through to a medium body, firm tannins and a crisp finish." James Suckling

This Montepulciano d'Abruzzo fascinates with its flattering bouquet of wild berries and balsamic notes. On the palate notes of dark berries, dense and soft, juicy tannins and fine cocoa touch. SUPERIORE.DE

"Aromas of ripe plum, sour cherry, licorice, oregano and oyster shell. It’s medium-bodied with fine-grained tannins. Juicy, flavorful and fresh." James Suckling

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

"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

Pure Montepulciano from the San Lorenzo vineyard: garnet red with almost black reflections, intense and noble bouquet, soft and round taste. SUPERIORE.DE

"Aromas of violets, blackberries, blueberries and cloves. It’s medium-bodied with firm, fine-grained tannins and fresh acidity. Fragrant and silky." James Suckling

Campo Maccione - a single-varietal Vermentino from the sun-drenched vineyards of Maremma, where the salty air of the sea is of crucial importance in the maturation of this ancient variety, as confirmed by the wine's special aroma. Ten percent of the grapes are fermented in barriques, giving it a slender stature that is pleasantly acidic. On the nose, lemony notes and aromas of bright fruits and on the palate with a hearty finish. SUPERIORE.DE

"A clean-cut vermentino from the Maremma with trademark cedro and cut-grass notes. Medium-bodied, suggesting bitter almond on the finish." James Suckling

Typical Vitiano: Its colour is strong ruby red and aromas of cherries and berries flow into the nose. The taste beautifully distinct, as we know it, in the foreground wonderfully fresh cherry tones with an aromatic vanilla note. The youngest Vitiano also has an excellent structure and fine tannins. Today already round, full-bodied, juicy and with long-lasting fruit. SUPERIORE.DE

"Rosemary, fresh blueberries and blackberries here. Full-bodied and fruity with juicy tannins and plenty of spicy undertones. Licorice on the finish." James Suckling

Individual drop from autochthonous vine: ruby-purple, aromatic vinous scent with notes of roses, violets and undergrowth. Warm on the palate with clear tannins, soft and accessible. A fruity wine that one likes to drink again and again. SUPERIORE.DE

"Perfumed aromas of lavender, violets, rose hips, crushed blackberries and wild raspberries. It’s medium-bodied with firm, fine tannins. Gently bitter, fragrant floral notes all the way through." James Suckling