Luca Maroni

Fresh Cuvée from predominantly Trebbiano and thus typical for Abruzzo. Very harmonious and beautifully fruity in smell and taste. SUPERIORE.DE

As always, the Rosso from Cerro is good and very drinkable. Smoky, spicy and chocolate notes in the pleasantly fruity aroma, the taste typical of the grape variety and long-lasting. SUPERIORE.DE

"Radiant clear ruby red. Rich heart cherries adorn the nose, then black forest berries and delicate herbal spice. Discreet on the palate, distinctly soft tannin, harmonious, light-footed, juicy on the palate with quite a short finish." Falstaff

"A pretty nose of blackberries, red plums, herbs with currant-leaf and some licorice notes. It's medium-bodied with fine tannins and bright acidity. Juicy and fragrant." James Suckling

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

"Aromas of raspberry, lavender, burnt lemon and dried oregano. It’s light-to medium-bodied with fine tannins and crisp acidity. Zesty and crunchy." James Suckling

Wonderfully supple Chardonnay with fruit wrapped in floral scents, hints of apricot on the palate. Straightforward, full of substance and with the right amount of acidity on the finish. SUPERIORE.DE

"The 2020 Chardonnay Preludio N.1 opens up delicately floral and poised, white smoke and dusty dried flowers giving way to nuances of chamomile and freshly sliced apple. This soothes with its soft and enveloping textures and pleasant inner sweetness, focused on ripe orchard fruits and melon, and contrasted by a stimulating citrus core. It tapers off crisp and clean, medium in length, and with a slightly tropical flair. Comparisons to village-level white Burgundy are filling my mind. For the full effect, make sure to give the Preludio N.1 some time to open up in your glass, or even give it a short decant at this young stage." Vinous

Strong, bright dark pink. Fresh, fruity, mild and balanced is the Cantalupi Rosé from predominantly Negroamaro. Balanced and harmonious on the palate, well-integrated acidity with balanced fruit. Its light serving residual sweetness makes it rather a more flowery representative of its kind. SUPERIORE.DE

Even with the entry-level wine, Morisfarms does not deviate a bit from its usual quality standard, which has delighted us with its consistency for over 10 years now. Freshness and relaxed drinkability are the strengths of the Rosso Maremma with its earthy fruit bouquet of cherry and plum and its spicy notes in the finish. SUPERIORE.DE

Rich dark red colour, in the fragrance characteristic fine-spicy berry aromas, ripe plums, balsamic notes and toasted tones beguile. On the palate dense, full-bodied and wonderfully juicy, long cherry-like finish. SUPERIORE.DE

A successful Rosato is the aromatic Tre Torri with a spicy-intense taste and the pleasantly fresh aftertaste. SUPERIORE.DE

"Lifting up with a refined yet enticing display of dried flowers, exotic spice and hints of raw honey, the 2020 makes itself known. There are unexpected depths of texture here, guided by vibrant acidity that gives way to mulled apple and hints of almond. This finishes rich yet still energetic, a delicate floral sweetness lingering impossibly long. The Tre Torri is Carignano Rosato at its finest." Vinous

Purple ruby red. Pure-toned Lambrusco - pressed from predominantly Lambrusco Salamino - with a creamy, fresh-tart taste, fine elderberry notes and nice acidity. SUPERIORE.DE

The very varietal Sauvignon Terre al Monte is straw yellow in colour. On the nose, hints of plums, fresh and hearty on the palate with beautiful fruit and good balance. SUPERIORE.DE

Medium ruby, beautifully balanced and clear on the nose with black fruits and spicy hints. Berry, dry, bittersweet, lively and dry-fresh on the palate and finish. Very drinkable. SUPERIORE.DE

"Dark ruby; inviting dark fruit, nutmeg, pepper, mint, fresh; delicately fruity, juicy, woody, perfectly balanced, very nice." (JLF) Merum

Clear, straw-yellow colour, fresh bouquet with notes of citrus fruits and flowers. On the palate, it is just as lively and delicate. Acidity, structure and length in perfect balance, the perfect companion for a carefree afternoon with good friends. SUPERIORE.DE

Passerina is a widespread autochthonous grape variety, especially in Abruzzo or Marche, which has awakened from its slumber in recent years. Pale yellow, fresh citrus bouquet with exotic notes and equipped with a nice acid structure, it is an always reliable companion of the Mediterranean cuisine and also a joyful pleasure solo. SUPERIORE.DE

straw yellow, finely and richly scented with ripe fruit and white flowers, memories of meadow herbs and citrus fruits. Slightly spicy taste, full-bodied and nicely persistent. Good balance between structure and softness. SUPERIORE.DE

"Very savory character to this, but there’s also a tight bead of citric acidity running through the mineral notes. Medium-bodied with bright flavors. Real pecorino." James Suckling

A nuanced bouquet of yellow fruits, which constantly exudes new facets and aromas in the glass. On the palate, a great structure with a crisp bite and lots of fresh berry fruit. Long, soft and very pleasant finish. SUPERIORE.DE

"Delicate straw yellow. In the nose a discreet citrus note, a hint of nutmeg, white pepper and white flowers. Delicately melting on the palate, with a creamy touch, slightly salty mid-palate, minimal bitterness in the fruit on the final." Falstaff

"White peaches, white pears, a touch of jasmine. Light fruit, light florals, and a wine that is the perfect white canvas to bright, sea-salt-sunshine-sculpted foods." Jancis Robinson

"The 2020 Nuragus di Cagliari Pedraia lifts up to show dusty florals, lime zest and crushed raw almonds. It's soft and round in texture as well as pleasantly sweet, offering notes of ripe nectarine, kiwi and a zing of gingery spice. Tropical fruits resonate throughout the finale as residual acids slowly fizzle out. This is simply a pleasure to taste." Vinous

The Grotta Rossa clearly embodies its terroir. The clean, powerful bouquet is reminiscent of ripe berries and cherries. On the palate, the tannin melds excellently with the acidity before the soft finish sets in. SUPERIORE.DE

"Confected strawberry nose. Spicy, concentrated fruit. Dry tannins, with a satin texture and elegant finish." Decanter

"A pretty display of roses, violets and wild blueberries rises from the 2019 Carignano del Sulcis Grotta Rossa. It's soft and lifted in feel, with juicy acids enlivening its pure display of ripe wild berry fruit. Savory herbs and salty minerals linger as the mouth waters through the long yet refreshing finale." Vinous

Intense aroma of ripe, fleshy red fruits, elderberries and roasted coffee. Warm, enveloping and full-bodied, unfolds with a lot of fruit melting and soft tannin. SUPERIORE.DE

"Very light nose. pepcranberry fruit slashed with sorrel-leaf greens. Cheeky bitterness. Nippy builder's-brew astringency on wiry little tannins. This is fun! I could just imagine this, very slightly chilled, with a bowl of fregola con arselle, or, if you're far from Sardinian shores, a chilli and tomato pasta with loads of fresh olive oil and fresh basil leaves. Surprisingly thirst-quenching." Jancis Robinson

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

"Well-meshed aromas of wet tobacco, menthol and dark cherry drive the dense nose, with an energetic lift from peppery thyme. Grippy red plum skin and cherry notes are fleshed out by juicy waves of acidity on the midpalate. Come the finish, everything cinches up into a neat package." Wine Enthusiast

"Some balance of fruit and oak to this riserva. Medium-bodied with fine oak and fruit tannins that are melded together. Could do with more fruit mid-palate. A little two-dimensional, but structurally sound and a decent." James Suckling

Clear pink colour with strong reflections. Fresh cherry bouquet, characteristic and with floral notes. Dry and fruity on the palate, with aromas of sour cherries, raspberries and wild strawberries, plus the typical very light almond tone on the finish. A very harmonious rosé with a fresh and powerful structure that lingers beautifully and is a pleasure to drink. SUPERIORE.DE

"Bright, intense raspberry pink. In the nose of watermelon, cherry juice and a hint of blood oranges, light pomegranate in the aftertaste. On the palate clear and with delicate fruit melting, spreads freshly over the tongue, compact and slightly salty, fine length." Falstaff

"The 2020 Cerasuolo d'Abruzzo charms with a delicate display of wild strawberries, nuanced florals and hints of stone dust. It's a vibrant and juicy effort that fleshes out across the palate with mineral-tinged fruits and savory spice. A buzz of residual acids lingers, forcing the mouth to water, as this tapers off to hard red candies and inner rose tones. The 2020 La Valentina is a spirited Cerasuolo for poolside sipping." Vinous

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

Classic Trebbiano d'Abruzzo with fresh aromas of citrus and flowers. Young, agile and varietal in taste. Correctly vinified at an unbeatable price. SUPERIORE.DE

"The 2020 Trebbiano d'Abruzzo wafts up with a pretty display of ripe apple, chamomile and honied florals. It's silky and textural, with a contrasting mix of citrus-tinged orchard fruits and minerals. This tapers off clean and precise with a lingering hint of sour green melon." Vinous

"Nice concentration of gooseberry and lemon on the nose and palate, together with some dry minerals and fresh flowers. Medium-bodied with a tight phenolic framework building up and holding the fruit back a little. You may decide to hold this for a year, but it's fine to drink now, too." 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