James Suckling

Ruby red, the bouquet fruity of ripe sour cherries and wild berries, nuances of hay, amaretto and liquorice. Full-bodied and long-lasting taste with aromas of cassis and velvety structure. SUPERIORE.DE

"Generous black cherry aromas swirl in the glass with layers of sweet and savory spice, pepper and sweet tobacco. The palate is forward with juicy ripe red berries and blackberries wrapped in sweet oak spices and fine-grained tannins." Wine Enthusiast

"Inviting nose of almost candied red cherries, berries and a hint of cherry liqueur chocolate. Full and intense, the cocoa-like note coats the very fine tannins and seems to colour the fruit more and more as the palate progresses. Pleasant, slightly abrasive, almost dusty feel on the finish." James Suckling

Intense Carignano from a master hand at a small price. Rich ruby red in the glass, the nose is surrounded by small black-red fruits with a wild primal expression that we only find in the rough, untouched landscape of Sardinia. Beautiful spice with a soft, yet clearly recognisable interpretation of Sardinian red wines, just the way we love them. Wonderful drinking flow. SUPERIORE.DE

"Tar and licorice aromas with some earth and black berry character. Lead pencil. It’s medium- to full-bodied with lovely fruit and a juicy finish. Real carignan character." James Suckling

Sparkling ruby red with an intense aroma of ripe wild berries, concentrated, full-fruited yet elegant taste that finishes in a fresh, smooth finish. SUPERIORE.DE

"Ambitiously dark and brooding nose with rich blackberries, dark cherries, violet extract and pulpy fruit. Full-bodied and ample on the palate with a reserve of fine-grained tannins and fleshy fruit. Heady and pretty long, too." James Suckling

"Nero d'Avola and Syrah from the hills around Monreale, briefly aged between steel and oak barrels. Young vines, freshness on the palate, red cherry, hints of thyme, myrtle and menthol. Juicy and palatable on the palate, with a fruity-oily finish." Luca Gardini

Golden yellow, fresh, aromatic muscatel-citrus flavour, dry and balanced on the palate, with fine notes of elderflower and invigorating acidity. A beguilingly round wine with a long final and perfect acidity - for us one of the best dry Moscati in Italy. SUPERIORE.DE

"Fresh and slightly steely nose with limes, white flowers and freshly cut green apples and peaches. Very crisp and fresh on the palate with medium-high acidity and a refreshing, crisp finish. A very good aperitif." James Suckling

"The nose is the end of a picnic on the beach, as the smell of low tide starts to overpower the sweetness of fruit salad and the vegetal aroma of sea grass. On the palate, that salty blast emphasizes the savory, sophisticated qualities of the fruit and a mix of spices, before the sleekness of almond skin emerges for a gliding finish." Wine Enthusiast

The Carignano and Sangiovese grapes for the Araja come from red, sandy soils from the coastal region. Ruby red with a lush aroma of fruit, light spicy notes and chocolate. The taste is extremely soft and dense with very fine and elegant tannins. SUPERIORE.DE

"Moss and seaweed notes here, alongside sour cherries and citrus rind. Savory with a light stemminess, medium body and a crunchy finish." James Suckling

With a fruity Mediterranean aroma of white and yellow fruit and a finely balanced, velvety-soft flavour, this Alastro is full of character. A very aromatic and at the same time extremely fresh companion for many occasions! SUPERIORE.DE

"A very saline white with lemon rind, seashells and white almonds. Textured and quite salty on the palate with a medium body and nicely austere and pithy finish." James Suckling

The grapes for the Vigna Pedale come from vines that are over 30 years old. The vines are planted in a sapling system, which allows only a few grapes per vine. The harvest does not begin until mid-October, which is very unusual for this location so far south. Purple dark red colour. Spicy aroma of cherries, thyme, wild mushrooms and earth, the typical, unadulterated flavour is strong and concentrated with a subtle sweetness. This wine is already a great pleasure today, but still has potential for the coming years. SUPERIORE.DE

"Bright ruby red with a drop of violet. On the nose with nuances of Amarena cherries, beetroot, also with great spice, like mustard seed, after a little time then on noble wood nuances, appears stony. Clear juiciness on the palate, with plenty of fruit at the core, cool finish, balanced and with race, firm pressure on the final." Falstaff

"On the nose, smoky spice notes to the ripe raspberries with hints of roasted chestnuts and dried herbs. Medium to full-bodied with fine, slightly dry tannins and a bright bead of plum skin and raspberry fruit that combine for a tight, fruity finish. Lasting. Flavourful and entertaining." James Suckling

Fine Rosso di Montepulciano with a typical fruity-spicy aroma and solid body. It has just the right balance, is multi-layered, reveals an aromatic fruit and also has a final decent persistence for the price class. SUPERIORE.DE

"Youthful, brambly nose with lots of cherries, strawberries, dried herbs and potpourri. Crunchy and laid-back on the palate with a pristine, firm finish. Fresh and more reductively made than most looking to emulate the “Bojo” style. From organically grown grapes. Drink now." James Suckling

Deep dark, masculine Aglianico. Smoke and minerals on the nose, with a subtle aniseed note. Flavours of blackberry, leather and dried meadow herbs on the palate. An impressive red with great potential at an unbeatable price. SUPERIORE.DE

"Roasted herbs, cedar, poached plums and hot chocolate on the nose. It’s fleshy and flavorful, full-bodied, with firm, but mellowing and berry-soaked tannins and a rich and fruity finish." James Suckling

The Riserva from the great traditional line of de Castris captivates with intense cherry fruit, fine wood notes and subtle spice. Powerful and juicy on the palate, round and harmonious, with a wonderfully long finish. Every year a fantastic price-pleasure ratio! SUPERIORE.DE

"A fantastic value, the 2019 Salice Riserva 50esima Vendemmia opens with black cherry and plum depths complemented by sweet herbs and tobacco. This is silky-smooth and rich with masses of ripe dark fruits and exotic spices. It leaves a staining of primary concentration while tapering off lightly structured yet energetic." Vinous

"A harmonious medium-bodied red offering a well-balanced palette of black plums, dried raspberries, fresh loamy earth and hints of dark chocolate and sage, all underpinned by fine-grained tannins and juicy acidity." Wine Spectator

"This powerful yet balanced red offers compact aromas of ploughed soil, violets, blood orange and crushed peppercorns over a dense blackberry core. The palate is juicy yet broad and densely packed, framed by powerful acidity and velvety tannins." Wine Enthusiast

"Warm stones, blackberries, sweet plums and cocoa beans on the nose follow through to a medium to full body with fine, silky tannins rounding out the bittersweet fruit. Spicy and quite long with a fine, spicy chocolate powder finish. An excellent Negroamaro." James Suckling

This white Re Manfredi, made from Müller-Thurgau and Gewürztraminer, is exceptional and outstanding. Iridescent straw yellow in colour with a beguiling apricot and rose aroma. The well-structured, fresh flavour is full of fruit, aromatic and spicy. SUPERIORE.DE

"This is a fragrant white, exuding lychee, peach, melon and orange-blossom aromas. Exotic and tasty, with medium to full body and an oily texture." James Suckling

Delicate salmon pink. Fragrant notes of citrus, rose petals and strawberries on the nose. In the mouth it has a nice minerality, crispness and freshness. A good dose of acidity and its complexity predestine it to be a characterful and racy companion to aromatic fish and vegetable dishes. SUPERIORE.DE

"Bright baby pink. In the nose of Mediterranean maquis, fresh cherries and citrus fruits, in the reverberation slightly of pumice. In good balance on the palate, with a slight tannic trip and good drinking flow." Falstaff

"Notes of candied red berries and dried orange peel. Some dried herbs, too. Medium-bodied, waxy and ripe with a richness to the fruit and a creamy finish." James Suckling

A great, fresh and fruity Moscato 2023 from the specialist: fresh, fine nuances of yellow fruit, sage and white flowers. Delicate and fine perlage, wonderful drinking flow. Lively and electric, with freshly cut peach, candied lemon peel, fresh mint and wild flowers all swirling out of the glass. The palate is sweet, but not sticky, with plenty of stone fruit. The balance of this wine is masterful, with a tangy acidity that keeps the wine lively at all times and makes each glass as refreshing as the first. SUPERIORE.DE

"It's sweet and beautifully effervescent with notes of rosemary, honeydew melon, peaches and orange blossom. Lively, fruity and pleasant, with excellent concentration and persistence." James Suckling

"Aromas of white peach, magnolia, sage and wild mint waft from the glass of this Moscato d'Asti. The palate is a study in balance, as the sweetness bends to the crisp acidity on the finish." Wine Enthusiast

The country dance (controdanza) is a typical dance in which man and woman face each other and unite in graceful movements - depending on their gender, the dancers interpret the music in their own way. This wine is exactly the same: Nero d'Aola and Merlot - opposites attract and, with the right sensitivity, can harmonise and contrast wonderfully.

Strong purple colour. Mulberry and plum contrast with incense and balsamic notes. The grapes all come from chalky soils, which in turn creates a bridge and makes this young wine balanced and harmonious. Soft tannins and a beautifully integrated, delicate acidity carry Controdanza into a supple, medium-length finish. SUPERIORE.DE

"Medium ruby colour with garnet-red reflections. Inviting on the nose, fruity flavours of cherry and wild berries, underpinned by spicy notes. Full fruit on the palate, dense tannins, mouth-filling, juicy with a lingering final." Falstaff

"Fragrant, with floral, spicy and mineral accents, this wine displays a creamy palette of plump cherry and warm fig fruit flavours, enveloping slightly chewy tannins. Fresh, long-lasting finish." Wine Spectator

"Aromas of baked cherries, mushrooms, basil and grated nutmeg. Medium to full-bodied with fine tannins. Beautifully ripe red fruits on the palate, with a subtle savoury character. Finishes with vanilla." James Suckling

"The nose leads with a balanced blend of vanilla and herbs, then turns slightly sharper, yet stays balanced with aromas of pepper, pencil shavings and black cherries. The tension between fruit and earth continues on the palate, as the cherries soar above vegetal, umami undertones. Acid prances past chewy tannins." Wine Enthusiast

Maluentu is the successor of the extremely popular Nieddera Rosso. High-class red with fine blackberry and sour cherry scents, the taste is soft-spicy and long. Maluentu is a very typical balsamic Sardinian with a nice drinking flow. SUPERIORE.DE

"Youthful and dark-fruited red with aromas of blueberries, cracked pepper, violets and ink. It’s medium-bodied, with silky tannins and a supple, soft finish." James Suckling

"Il Preliminare" - "The Preliminary Remark". Gerardo Giuratrabocchetti's wines recall his father's notarial world with their names.

One of the most exciting white wines of southern Italy, vinified from predominantly white Aglianico grapes. Fragrant in the glass of white flowers, orange peel, peach and bitter almond. Fine texture, bright and dancing on the remarkable finish. SUPERIORE.DE

"A fruity white with peach pits, pears, grapefruit and lemon curd on the nose. It’s medium-bodied, fresh and waxy." James Suckling

Karmis, an animating white wine based on Vernaccia, comes from the lower Tirso Valley in the area between Cabras and Baratili - where the climate is typically Mediterranean with mild winters, little rain and very hot, breezy summers. And so its colour is brilliant and deep yellow, the bouquet delicate but persistent with hints of fresh fruit. Soft, full and with good flavour correspondence on the palate. An excellent aperitif and accompaniment to light dishes. SUPERIORE.DE

"An enticing blend of sour melon, sage, mint and wet stone wafts up from the 2022 Isola dei Nuraghi Karmis. This blends soothingly silky textures with vividly ripe orchard fruits and juicy acidity to create contrasts on the palate. It finishes wonderfully fresh. A citrus and salty flourish calls the taster back to the glass for more." Vinous

"White peaches, chopped apples and pears on the nose. Soft and peachy with a medium body and flavourful character of ripe stone fruit." James Suckling

Dark shining ruby garnet. In the nose elegant spice of cloves, pepper, then ripe Amarena cherries and some violets. Opens very soft and creamy on the palate, polished tannins, pleasant and uncomplicated on the tongue, juicy and slightly salty on the finish. SUPERIORE.DE

"Aromas of nutty red fruit and vanilla follow through to a medium-bodied palate with some very fine-grained tannins that are sinking below the surface nicely. Bright, almost steely finish. Still needs another year to show its best." James Suckling

"The 2020 Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso Monti Garbi is wickedly spice and intense, opening with a whiff of crushed ashen stone and smokey black cherries. Its textures are silky and pure, with a savory mix of sour wild berries and salty mineral tones. This finishes with tremendous length yet energetic, leaving black currant and mocha hints to linger." Vinous