Luca Gardini

Aromas of redcurrants, cherries, dried herbs, stones and cream. Medium body with a round and soft mouthfeel. A successful, aromatic rosato with a spicy-intense flavour and the pleasantly fresh finish. SUPERIORE.DE

"Roses and candied citrus form an inviting bouquet as the 2022 Tre Torri slowly opens in the glass. It has a soft texture and is round with ripe fruit and sweet spices. The 2022 leaves a saline concentration that is slightly chewy but completely freshly tapered." Vinous

Intense ruby red. Spicy with hints of red fruits and a wonderfully subtle wood note. Gentle tannins round off the harmonious overall experience of this successful food companion. SUPERIORE.DE

"Another excellent reading of the house Sangiovese, an olfaction that opens on notes of pomegranate, then touches of marjoram and iris, with iodised nuances. Length and persistence on the palate, with iodised tannins, a fruity-ochre return and a finish on floral notes." Luca Gardini

Casal di Serra is a wonderfully fruity, balanced Verdicchio with fine minerality and freshness. Bright straw yellow. Very tasty, with a good structure and racy acidity. Thanks to its discreet aroma, it is a good companion for many occasions and one of the most popular whites in our range. SUPERIORE.DE

"Inviting aromas of apples, citrus and floral accents follow through to a medium-bodied palate with a slightly chalky texture and plenty of clean, fruity flavour. Made from organically grown grapes. Beautifully balanced and delicious." James Suckling

"The fruit of highly consistent work between the countryside and the winery, a Verdicchio of freshness and suavity. It opens on the nose with notes of lily of the valley, then green apple, touches of lemon and fresh thyme. The palate is floral-salty, with a fruity return and officinal notes." Luca Gardini

Intense, bright old pink. Fine and inviting nose of ripe peach, yellow fruits and wild berries, underpinned by minimal spice. On the palate, crisp and with fine fruit, it pulls nicely over the tongue, slightly salty, with a bittersweet animating aftertaste. SUPERIORE.DE

"Pale pink with light violet reflections. Appealing aroma of fresh orange zest, woodruff, wild berries and fresh willow bark. On the palate orange zest, hay, nuances of wild berries, fine acid structure. Very long." Vinum

"Pale pink in the glass, it offers a wealth of red peach, rosehip and blood orange flavours that linger long enough to invite a second glass of this famous Italian rosé." Falstaff

"Bright baby pink with a luminous core. In the nose of ripe strawberries, blood orange and cold tea. Shows good structure on the palate, grippy but still very elegant and precise, rich pressure and present fruit, juicy-dancing finish." Falstaff

"An immersive journey to the foundations of the typology with this rosé, the first to be marketed in Italy, Negroamaro, with a small participation of Malvasia Nera, notes of wild strawberries, touches of lime and pink pepper on the nose, brackish on the palate, with a fruity-officer return." Luca Gardini

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

"Nero d'Avola and Syrah from the hills around Monreale, briefly elevated between steel and oak barrels. Young vines, freshness on the palate, red cherry, touches of thyme, myrtle and menthol. On the palate juicy-savoury, with a fruity-oily return." Luca Gardini

"I am particularly attached to this wine, which is named after the Border Collie who lived with us for fifteen years. Otto is the youngest wine we have, fresh and ready to drink. A wine you should always have in your cellar." Graziano Prà

Light straw yellow. Delicate bouquet of white flowers, spices, lime and green apple. On the palate, the intensity of the green citrus fruit unfolds together with a deep, salty minerality. A balanced inner sweetness adds a fantastic harmony. Otto finishes long with traces of candied lime, and its fresh tension offers plenty of drinking pleasure. SUPERIORE.DE

"A fragrant, peachy bouquet with hints of white flowers and almonds. Medium-bodied with a relaxed, fruity palate and some mineral structure." James Suckling

"The mineral drive of the Monteforte d'Alpone area in a pure Garganega (also) from old vines that reconciles the brilliance of the type. Notes of white peach on the nose, with hints of lime, lemon sage and jasmine. On the drink it is taut-crushing, with a fruity-citrusy return." Luca Gardini

Bright, shining ruby. Youthful nose of early ripe cherries and wild strawberries, slightly vegetal, delicately peppery and spicy in the aftertaste. On the palate very precise, juicy and with young tannin, crisp fruit, high drinkability, in a few months even more complete. A great food companion. SUPERIORE.DE

"Young fellow with a lot of freshness and fruitiness. Very much sour cherry and mineral salty style. On the palate juicy, fresh, with then more sweet cherry and strawberry fruit. Red rose hips with hibiscus flowers come into play here. The tannins are very soft and supple. Refreshing in its way and despite its buoyant nature, it has length, lots of fruit and perfectly defined tannins. Tastes like more even when chilled! Really good Morellino." Vinum

"The Morellino di Scansano 2022 is fabulous. Aromatic, sensual and inviting, the 2022 is an ideal wine to drink now and in the years to come. Silky tannins envelop a core of dark red/purple berry fruit, lavender, rose petals, spice and menthol. All elements are very well balanced. A real charmer." Vinous

"Aromas of roses, crushed stones and light cherries. Medium body. Crisp. Very tasty. Crisp finish." James Suckling

"Le Pupille's "basic" Morellino, the confirmation of a project with great foresight. Intense on the nose, black mulberry, hints of liquorice and garrigue, spicy on the palate, with tannins perfectly integrated into the body, excellent flavour persistence." Luca Gardini

Ruby red interspersed with garnet slivers, intense and concentrated bouquet of red berries, liquorice and some flint. On the palate, the pleasingly juicy extract with beautifully balanced wood tones and floral notes is evident. An excellently vinified Cirò Classico Riserva with very noble tannins and harmonious acidity - just as the friend of southern Italian wines loves it. SUPERIORE.DE

"The 2020 Cirò Riserva Duca Sanfelice is dark and brooding, with hints of crushed stone giving way to blackcurrant and a touch of mentholated herbs. It is round and soothing, with juicy acidity and ripe red and blue fruits running throughout the wine. The fine tannins provide a gentle draw, while the finish is long and fresh. The tart blackberry flavours slowly fade away. The quality/price ratio here is fantastic." Vinous

"Pure Gaglioppo from romantic old vines, bush-grown, with fine maceration followed by 36 months of ageing in steel tanks, notes of red plums on the nose, with hints of cinnamon, pepper leaf and menthol. Salty on the palate, with a fruity menthol finish." Luca Gardini

Bright, shining yellow, fine fragrance of white fruits and blossoms. Fresh, well-balanced taste with pleasantly lively acidity, delicate bitter almond note in the finish and a fine mineral vein in the aftertaste. SUPERIORE.DE

"Light straw yellow with greenish shimmer. A little restrained on the nose, ripe fruit and yellow flowers, kitchen herbs in the finish. Great body, rich fruit melt with slight pressure, rich and intense, persistent." Falstaff

"A Lugana emblematic of the house vocation: pure Turbiana, in a fresh and captivating reading: nose of yellow plum and aromatic herbs, with a touch of jasmine in the background, crisp palate, with beautiful persistence and a finish of pleasant savouriness." Luca Gardini

An elementary part of Piedmont's drinking culture and probably one of Italy's most underrated wines with DOCG status: Light ruby red (with cherry-red foam), the clearly effervescent Brachetto d'Acqui presents itself. The bouquet is very aromatic with notes of nutmeg, rose and violets. The taste is extremely elegant, reminiscent of strawberries, round and finely balanced between mild sweetness and fruity, very refreshing astringency. SUPERIORE.DE

"Great traditional Piedmontese varietal, here in an impeccable and joyful version as always. Nose of wild strawberries, roasted dried fruit, fig jam, with a pleasantly sweet, juicy and crisp mouthfeel and fruity finish." Luca Gardini

Pale yellow, crystalline colour. Harmonious aroma of citrus fruits, especially grapefruit. Powerful on the palate, fresh, long lasting and mineral reverberation accompanied by a wonderful almond/pepper note. SUPERIORE.DE

"Bright straw yellow with greenish reflections. Very floral nose, pink grapefruit, elderflower and other herbaceous notes. Mouth-filling, balanced, complex, intense and very dense. Long finish highlighting the contrast between fruity and juicy." Falstaff

"Sweet nuts and lime blossom fill the glass with heady soft clouds of aroma, but the palate has a textural certainty that is anything but soft. The volcanic soils have given the wine a mineral framework, a symmetrical matrix of flint and phenol in which the flesh is deeply embedded. White pears, almond cream, white peach and lime. A hint of finely ground pepper. Fine silvery strands of acidity that thread the whole into a glittering carpet of light. "Sotto voce" splendour now, it will only get more complex, honeyed and exciting in the years to come." Jancis Robinson

"Sun-dried lemon, spiced mandarin and ripe melon on the nose, followed by a generous and intense palate with medium to full body. Almost some hay and candied fruit on the finish, but not in an old-fashioned way. Fresh and bright." James Suckling

"From Ceriani di Colognola ai Colli, historic family estate, 50-year-old vines, from pure Garganega refined in steel only, notes of clementine zest, touches of yellow grapefruit, citrus thyme and hawthorn. Savoury on the palate, citrusy return." Luca Gardini

Out with the clichés, in with the surprise! The Paltrinieris' most famous Lambrusco growth will also fill every connoisseur with joy. Radice is produced using the Pét Nat method (Metodo Ancestrale) and therefore undergoes a second fermentation on its own yeast after bottling. This naturally cloudy, dry Frizzante already convinces in the bouquet with notes of rhubarb, a fresh citrus note and some bread. The persistent, fine perlage and its drinkynature make it a racy companion to hearty, spicy antipasti, light meat dishes or simply an upbeat celebration surrounded by nature and happy people. SUPERIORE.DE

"The extremely elegant Lambrusco di Sorbara Radice 2022 is a pretty pink with orange highlights. It opens with a blend of orange zest, tangerine and cracked slate. A silky bead of bubbles unfolds on the palate, contrasted by a sour burst of citrus, while exotic florals and candied ginger nuances swirl through the nose. A subtle hint of grapefruit emerges on the crisp, refreshing final as the 2022 slowly tapers off. This Radice is a blockbuster. Enjoy it chilled for instant gratification, or let it warm slowly in a large glass with a bowl." Vinous

"A Sorbara vinified in purity never before dared, in a very relevant reading. A nose of wild strawberry and pepper leaf, with floral notes of iris, the mouthfeel is taut, savoury, with a fruity return and length." Luca Gardini

Strong dark red colour in the glass. Bright fresh and juicy red berry and cherry fruit on the nose and in the mouth, with a delicate herbal component and notes of mint, flowers, sultanas and cinnamon. The finish is long, bright and juicy with hints of flinty minerals adding further complexity and drinking pleasure. The finish is bright, pure and leaves you wanting more ... SUPERIORE.DE

"Fascinating pure Monica, processed with fine maceration and aged in barriques. Classic nose of bramble plum, with notes of underbrush and myrtle, then balsamic and cinnamon touches. On the palate, it has brackish tannins, a fruity return and spicy hints." Luca Gardini

Intense ruby red, persistent, fruity bouquet with notes of wild berries, violets, cloves and cinnamon as well as sweet tobacco aromas. Concentrated, fleshy, tannic, dark fruits on the palate. On the finish, the spice tones merge with a pleasant fruity note. Every year, an unbeatably good drop at a very attractive price! SUPERIORE.DE

"Spiced berries, red plums and cherries follow through to a medium-bodied palate with fresh tannins and a juicy, medium-length finish." James Suckling

"A blend of dusty rose, cedar, spice box, clove and dried black cherry makes the 2019 Rosso Montecucco Riserva impossible to ignore. The palate is silky and supple, with juicy acidity enlivening the tart wild berries, while a layer of fine tannins gently caresses the senses. Hints of red candy and liquorice linger as the 2019 finishes with decent length and persistent concentration. Although it is already pleasant to taste, a short stay in the cellar is recommended." Vinous

"Sangiovese, with participation of Ciliegiolo and Cabernet Sauvignon, for another of Maremma's "favourite sons". In the nose notes of blueberries, then laurel and undergrowth, at the end again eucalyptus. Juicy on the palate, iodine tannins, fruity and balsamic notes." Luca Gardini

Intense ruby red. Harmonious interplay of fruit, barrel and spice aromas in the bouquet, hearty and engaging taste, reminiscent of dark fruits, violets and spices. In the final, we can expect a lot of warmth and elegance despite all seriousness. As always with the fully certified organic winery: top value. SUPERIORE.DE

"All the typicality of the terroir in this organic Classico from a blend of Sangiovese and other red varieties. Lovely freshness on the palate, which tastes of red mulberry, with touches of pink pepper and marjoram. Salty to the palate, with a fruity return." Luca Gardini

Pleasantly elegant and pleasantly unobtrusive Sauvignon Blanc from the Mock vineyard on steep slopes with gravel soils. Light greenish yellow, with a delicate aroma of elderflower, pepper, grapefruit and some gooseberry. The well-balanced taste is fruity, soft, with the right dose of power and aromatically long. For us, undisputedly one of the best Sauvignon Bianco in this price range. SUPERIORE.DE

"An archetype of a Sauvignon Bianco, a very successful product from the steep slopes at 500m altitude near Bolzano. Tension and finesse on the nose, cedar wood, white peach, iodine on the finish, a hint of basil, taut and crisp on the palate, with citrus fruits and white flesh, spicy-menthol on the finish." Luca Gardini

Already with his entry-level Vernaccia, Alessio Logi proves his class and also that the whites from San Gimignano can definitely play at the very top. Brilliant straw yellow with sparkling reflections. On the nose, powerful aromas of citrus fruits, honeydew melon, jasmine, flint, crushed oyster shells and a hint of coriander and basil. Taut and precise on the palate, yet rich in extract and with great acidity. Brilliantly clear and with an interesting finish. SUPERIORE.DE

"Beautiful organic label, one of the reference products of its kind. A wine with a refined nose, notes of jasmine and yellow plums, meadow, dandelion, with a touch of cedar peel. Equally composed on the palate, salty, pleasantly elegant." Luca Gardini

The aromatically fresh Capitel Foscarino made from Garganega and a pinch of Chardonnay is delicious. Brilliant colour in the glass, beguiling fruit on the nose, round and harmonious on the palate with wonderfully integrated acidity and beautiful length. SUPERIORE.DE

"Bright yellow, speckled with green. Allusions to stones and fruit are packed behind cedar edges. Some phenolic richness also contributes to a textural lattice that promises a bright future given its sheer density. The finish is long, grippy and slightly salty." James Suckling

"From the mythological Foscarino hill, one of the heirlooms of the Classico zone, Garganega with a small percentage of Chardonnay, iconic and highly recognisable. On the nose, white melon, notes of Mediterranean scrub, eucalyptus and camomile." Luca Gardini

Chianti Classico Rubiolo shows its delicately spicy side on the nose with cloves, cinnamon, lavender, wild dark cherries and blackberries that are nicely ripe but not overripe. These are joined by floral hints. The fruit for this immensely good value wine comes from Castellina and Panzano, with the richness and richness of the Panzano area evident. The finish is soft and velvety. It is the exceptional balance of the wine that really sets it apart. SUPERIORE.DE

"Bright ruby with a slight garnet shimmer. Finely marked nose with rich notes of ripe cherries, in addition green-spicy components, some raspberry. Round and supple on the attack, opens with sweet fruit melt, then unfolds with fine-meshed tannin, long finish." Falstaff

"Lots of sour cherry and citrus flavours follow through to a medium body with light tannins and a clean, bright finish." James Suckling

"Harmony and depth in this reading that bears the ancient name of this splendid estate. Complex nose, cranberries together with touches of eucalyptus and nuances of carnation, dense taut mouthfeel, savoury tannins, juicy finish with balsamic-floral return, length." Luca Gardini

Massifitti - a single-varietal and very sophisticated Trebbiano aged in stainless steel - smells pleasantly fresh and wide of yellow apples with restrained smoky-spicy hints. Full of harmony on the palate, very tasty and salty-mineral in the final. SUPERIORE.DE

"Pure Trebbiano di Soave, processed only in steel, from the Cru Fittà, in the middle of the Classica zone. The bouquet opens with notes of citrus thyme, then abate pear, jasmine and nuances of wild mint. Salty on the palate, with a balsamic return." Luca Gardini

Capitel Croce is the top white wine from Anselmi, made from 100% Garganega grapes and matured in old oak barrels.

Opens slowly in the glass, with notes of green citrus fruits and dusty dried flowers merging with freshly cut apricots and nuances of ginger. It has a silky texture with ripe fruit and mineral notes that increase with each second. Finishes with medium length, blending young peach and inner flowers. Give this wine another year in bottle to develop. A wine full of grace and elegance, finessed and complex. SUPERIORE.DE

"Pure Garganega, aged in barriques, very multi-faceted aroma, notes of yellow plums, with hints of wild mint, lemon peel and gerbera. Tart on the palate, with a fruity-mental finish and floral-citrus notes." Luca Gardini

This masterly Vernaccia matures for 4 years in small Caratello barrels, whose natural shrinkage is never refilled so that the yeast flor, which is very characteristic of this Vernaccia, forms on the surface and not only produces the characteristic aromas, but is also the eponym here.

Bright ochre yellow with golden reflections. Rich, complex bouquet of apricot and orange zest, rounded off by a delicate almond scent and warm honey notes. A wonderful texture and freshness on the palate, the yellow-fruity primary aromas are present, joined by a fine salty vein with a mineral note on the finish. Chilled as an aperitif or at approx. 16°C with dessert, an absolute delight! SUPERIORE.DE

"An unprecedented and unforgettable Vernaccia, with a production process of great refinement, one of the pinnacles of island wine. Nose with complex notes, apricot, toasted walnut, orange blossom and orange peel, palate of magnetic crispness." Luca Gardini

Misco, the second white top product of the house and a Verdicchio matured in stainless steel, exudes an elegant bouquet of floral and aniseed tones. On the palate, a great interplay of juice and power, spicy tension, fresh citrus notes and aromatic firmness. It is among the best of its denomination every year. SUPERIORE.DE

"Always breathtaking, Misco's 100% Verdicchio from a slightly delayed harvest. A multifaceted and fascinating nose, officinal herbs, sage in the lead, tabacchiera peach, lily of the valley, with beautiful tension. Mouth wide and crisp, horizontal, with excellent persistence." Luca Gardini

High-quality Trebbiano Superiore with structure and beautiful correspondence between aroma and taste. Convincing with fresh-spicy to sweet aromas and a crisp-fresh finish, this organically produced white is quite a joy to drink! SUPERIORE.DE

"Richly shining light gold. In the nose of squeezed lemon and lemon pieces as well as fresh pineapple, reminiscent of fresh resin, plus sea salt and rosemary. Juicy on the palate, with pronounced fruit and well-integrated acidity, savoury, spans a nice arc, also slightly floral in the mid-palate, dry, slightly phenolic finish." Falstaff

"An impressive Trebbiano, also from organic farming. Yellow plum on the nose, with hints of wild sage and hawthorn, crisp and salty on the finish, with balsamic and fruity hints, a clear snapshot of the great potential of the area." Luca Gardini