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Pagus Cerbaia refers to a prime small plot of sedimentary soils. This is where the small quantities of Syrah and Cabernet Sauvignon come from, which are partially fermented in amphorae and oak barrels after the harvest. Bottled in only a few hundred bottles, the "Selection Rosato" offers an intense floral aroma and beguiles the palate in a lively, cheerful way with a lingering spicy note and a wonderfully complex finish. SUPERIORE.DE

"This is very layered and beautiful with sliced-strawberry, lemon and peach character. Medium-bodied, it shows finesse and balance with beautiful fruit and focus. Crisp and dry. Fermented 50 per cent in barrel and 50 per cent in amphora." James Suckling

The A in the name of the Boggina stands for the natural wine aged for about 6 months in terracotta amphorae of 400-600 Liters each, which is bottled in an edition of just 1,200 bottles without further addition of sulphites. Bright, luminous garnet red. The bouquet is ethereal, very delicate and nuanced, with a very precise fragrance interpretation of the Sangiovese grape. Medium-bodied, with a beautiful structure and authentic Sangiovese fruit. The finish is highly drinkable, with silky tannins and beguiling length. A masterpiece of beauty and elegance. SUPERIORE.DE

"Sparkling ruby with a slight garnet sheen. Opens with notes of herbs and anchovies, then lots of fresh plum. Shows lots of juicy fruit on the palate, grippy, savoury tannin, good assets, but needs additional maturity." Falstaff

"The 2018 Bòggina A (Bògginanfora) offers a striking expression of Sangiovese. Sweet red cherry, mint, orange peel and cinnamon all grace this silky, mid-weight wine from Petrolo and proprietor Luca Sanjust. The translucent beauty of Sangiovese comes through loud and clear. The Bòggina A (Bògginanfora) is 100% Sangiovese fermented and aged in amphora. What a gorgeous wine." Vinous

"The Petrolo 2018 Val d'Arno di Sopra Bòggina A is Sangiovese that has been aged in amphorae. The Bòggina A is pure and punchy in its fruit intensity, with chiseled aromas of wild cherry and dried rose potpourri. The wine offers very soft and subdued tannins, with the natural structure and staying power coming from the crunchy healthiness of the fruit." Robert Parker

"The purity of fruit here is impressive with cherries, plums and highlights of grilled meat and wet earth. Some tile, too. Full-bodied with chewy tannins that are pure and polished. Lots of fruit at the end, but not overdone. From organically grown grapes. Fermented and aged in amphora." James Suckling

From the very beginning, Pio Cesare produced limited quantities of Barolo Chinato and Vermouth, strictly following a family recipe handed down from his grandfather. At the beginning of the 1950s, however, production was discontinued as tastes and preferences changed.

In recent years, it has been noticed that Piedmont lovers are increasingly longing for traditional character, strong personality and great individuality in aromatic wines and wine-based aperitifs. As a result, the decision was taken to produce small quantities of Barolo Chinato and Vermouth again, again strictly according to a secret family recipe, kept under lock and key for many years under the careful supervision of the grandmother, granddaughter of the founder.

In addition to absinthe, which is essential for the production of a good wormwood, it is refined with a mixture of 26 aromatic herbs such as marjoram leaves, gentian roots, orange zest and others, which are dosed together strictly according to the family recipe that has been handed down. Various white wines from the winery are added, including Moscato d'Asti. After 15 days of maceration, the wormwood obtained is aged in oak barrels for at least 4 months. Finally, the recipe is rounded off with the addition of caramelized sugar, which gives this vermouth its bright colour and unmistakable aroma and taste.

Connoisseurs enjoy it in the old "Piedmontese style": no ice, just a small slice of lemon peel. SUPERIORE.DE

"Thanks to its funky retro packaging, this is one of the most exciting projects to come out of downtown Alba in a very long time. The Pio Cesare NV Vermouth di Torino sees a base of Chardonnay enhanced with Moscato. (Like the estate's other fortified wine, the Barolo Chinato, only 1,000 bottles are released per year.) The Vermouth pours forth from the bottle with an orange or copper color. It is thick and viscous, taking its time as it swirls around the bowl of my glass. The bouquet reveals mountain herb and medicinal tones, with lots of mint and spearmint. There is some blood orange, citrus, licorice, camphor ash, vanilla and spice. This Vermouth is all fun and charm." Robert Parker

The A in the name of the Boggina stands for the natural wine aged in terracotta amphoras of 400-600 litres each for approx. 6 months, which is bottled in a quantity of just 1,200 bottles without any further addition of sulphites. SUPERIORE.DE

"Very perfumed aromas of plum, dried berry, cedar, and flower. Full body, with velvety tannins and a juicy finish. Love the texture and richness to this wine. Fascinating smoky undertone. Amphora gives it a life and energy of its own. No wood." James Suckling

"Bright ruby of pale to medium intensity. Warm, fragrant, almost burnt aromas and real texture and tension. The wine really does taste as though it had little bits of clay dissolved in it – but rather agreeably. Long and vibrant." Jancis Robinson

"Bòggina A originated in 2011, when Sanjust decided to ferment and age a portion of the wine in amphorae. The 2015 Bòggina A is a delicious rendering of unadorned sangiovese, its fresh red-cherry flavors brimming with vibrant acidity. Lean and taut at first, the wine fleshes out with exposure to air, evolving into darker fruit tones tinged with anise and fennel." Wine&Spirits

120 years after the foundation of the winery, the re-release of a classic with special equipment (incl. bound booklet on the history) comes on the market. This high-quality Nebbiolo comes from approx. 50-year-old vines in the Sassorosso and Sassina sites, where the soils are very poor and stony. Clear ruby red, rich, powerful and complex on the palate with a wonderful elegance. The finesse and precision of the Nebbiolo grape captivates from the first sip, and with increasing aeration this rare drop reveals its complexity and structure. A jubilee wine as it is written in the book! SUPERIORE.DE

"This is a gorgeous and beautifully aged expression of Nebbiolo from the high mountains in the far north of Italy. The 2009 Valtellina Superiore Riserva Castel Chiuro absolutely blossoms in the glass with rose petal, violets, wild blueberry and more tangy forest fruit. The wine shows a long and pleasurable succession of small red berry aromas such as cassis and raspberry. Those polished and elegant primary tones are followed by light brushstrokes of smoke, licorice and tar. This wine is an absolute beauty." Robert Parker

"M" stands for Mario Schiopetto. This is the wine the children have dedicated to their father for years and it is the undisputed white flagship of the winery. This exceptional Friulano with a dash of Riesling seduces with elegant aromas of white flowers and spirited fruit. Ingeniously balanced, fresh and of considerable length and great ageing potential. SUPERIORE.DE

"This is a phenomenal new wine in memory of the late legendary winemaker of Friuli. Aromas of stones and chalk with hints of dried white peaches. Full body and incredible texture and length. Layered, superb and captivating." James Suckling

From the very beginning, Pio Cesare produced limited quantities of Barolo Chinato and Vermouth, strictly following a family recipe handed down from his grandfather. At the beginning of the 1950s, however, production was discontinued as tastes and preferences changed.

In recent years, it has been noticed that Piedmont lovers are increasingly longing for traditional character, strong personality and great individuality in aromatic wines and wine-based aperitifs. As a result, the decision was taken to produce small quantities of Barolo Chinato and Vermouth again, again strictly according to a secret family recipe, kept under lock and key for many years under the careful supervision of the grandmother, granddaughter of the founder.

An infusion of chinchona (China Calissaja and Succirubra bark) is macerated for 21 days in a small quantity of classic Barolo. Then a mixture of aromatic herbs such as gentian root, rhubarb, cardamom seeds, sweet and bitter orange, cinnamon and other spices are added, which together make up the special family recipe. After a few weeks of ageing, a certain amount of classic Barolo is added. SUPERIORE.DE

"Only 1,000 bottles per year are released of the Pio Cesare NV Barolo Chinato, a fortified digestif that pours from the bottle with a dark garnet color and faint hints of copper and amber. This bottle takes you on a terrific journey into a favorite local tradition. Made with a base of Barolo wine, the nose offers layers of dried cherry and fruit, but perhaps the biggest aromatic influence here are those dusty mineral notes that subtract from the natural sweetness of the wine. That 16% alcohol content also serves to align your palate away from the fruit. Instead, you get medical herb, dried ginger and camphor ash." Robert Parker

When Josko Gravner conjures up a Ribolla Gialla in the bottle as a so-called Natural Wine, then the most magnificent autochthonous grape variety of Friuli is in the very best hands. Deep orange with amber reflections. Seductive, initially slightly reductive, oxidative, sweet bouquet of dried orange, peach and sweet spices. The palate has an impressively silky texture with lush fruit, honey notes, hints of baked apple and vanilla. It is taut, stable and could be mistaken for a red wine when tasted blind. Be sure to decant it and save some for the next day! SUPERIORE.DE

Troy is not a normal Chardonnay. Rather, it is the archetype of a Chardonnay, as Wolfgang Klotz, managing director of probably the most successful winegrowers' cooperative in South Tyrol, sees it. The grapes come from two selected vineyards in Söll, near Tramin. Not only does a Mediterranean climate prevail there, but also quite cold fall winds at night determine the vegetation. Both factors ensure optimal development of the plants and fruits. The berries are handpicked piece by piece and it is therefore clear to every wine connoisseur that this is an absolutely prestigious project of the cooperative. It is therefore not surprising that only 3,000 bottles of this vintage are sold in selected specialist shops and top restaurants.

Intense straw to golden yellow. Tropical fruit on the nose, a hint of camomile and mint, then fine toasted notes and a subtle nutty touch. On the palate, you can almost taste the proximity of the mountains, its clarity, freshness and intensity: exotic notes of yellow ripe fruit, then again some nuttiness and, in addition, again a beguiling liveliness and minerality, which ends in an equally long final. Chardonnay can be like this, chapeau! SUPERIORE.DE

"Aged wines can be compared to a person who impresses not with strength but with the wisdom of age. These wines have a tremendous personality, a very special radiance." Alois Lageder

Since the 1995 vintage, the Lageder family has set aside a small amount of their masterpieces every year to demonstrate the impressive development and great potential of their wines. Chardonnay Löwengang is one of the first South Tyrolean Chardonnays from barrique and has been among the top class for years. As this matured vintage proves, it gets better and better with the years of good storage.

Bright, golden yellow colour with greenish shimmer. Rich, complex aroma with a delicate, slightly "buttery" nose and the scent of vanilla. Full, opulent yet elegant flavour, accompanied by a fresh, pleasant acidity. The fine wood flavour and the structure of the wine together form a harmonious unit in terms of taste. Long-lasting finish with freshness and a fine bitter almond tone. SUPERIORE.DE

"Bright straw yellow with a light green rim. Intense and at the same time finely marked nose, smells of flint, then nice banana, some yellow apple, also pineapple, playful. In the attack rich yellow fruit notes, shows nice melting, spreads continuously in the course, juicy and very long lasting." Falstaff

"Quite deep, still slightly restless and somewhat buttery-lactic, clearly cereal and somewhat woody aroma of ripe stone fruit and a little yellow melon with tobacco and earthy notes. Juicy, melting and buttery in the mouth, ripe, tightly knit fruit with a certain acid bite, nutty and cerealy wood, caramel nuances, still a little sandy and drying tannin, persistent, has substance and some depth, quite clearly vegetal and green-spicy in the background, quite clear minerality, a trace of smoke and tobacco, due to the emphatic buttery nature first a little blurred in contours, but tightens up noticeably with plenty of air, only shows on the third day what it can really do, very good finish with herbaceous nuances." Marcus Hofschuster (wein-plus.eu)

"A chardonnay with mango, lemon and mineral character with hints of apricots. Full body, fresh and clean. Hints of pineapple and yogurt. Made from biodynamically grown grapes." James Suckling

When you hear the story of the effort that went into the Colonia vineyard, you have to wonder if the fine people of Fèlsina are absolutely crazy. It took them two years to remove the imposing rock that had forced previous generations of the Poggiali family to virtually abandon this noble site. But it is thanks to the ambitious Giovanni Poggiali that this spectacular vineyard (Vigneto Colonia) became what it is today. It has reddish-brown soils, is rich in magnesium and iron, and is thus quite different from all other Fèlsina sites.

Chianti Classico Gran Selezione Colonia is a wine of enormous beauty and depth. Dark ruby in the glass, it smells expressively mineral and pure, with aromas of dark cherry and blackcurrant. Mineral and graphite aromas and the simply terrific focus on the Sangiovese grape make it an incomparable masterpiece. On the palate, it is extremely well-balanced and elegant with optimally integrated wood - it is immediately clear that another top wine of the house has been created that is more than a match for the Fontalloro. Fortunately for those who can taste it, there are only 3,000 bottles per vintage. SUPERIORE.DE

"Shiny ruby with garnet glints. The nose shows emphatic earthy components of tobacco and red beet, then lots of raspberry. Full-bodied and hearty in the attack and course, shows lots of grippy tannin, also earthy notes on the palate." Falstaff

"Lots of cherry and vanilla aromas and flavors with a full body, dense and structured center palate and a long, flavorful finish. Shows blue fruit and dried flowers at the end." James Suckling

"Named for an ancient heliotherapy colony that once existed here, Colonia exudes its luminous location and stony, sunbaked, wild surroundings. Warm and generous with sundried tomato and cherry, grilled sage, iron and vanilla, this is unabashedly powerful while maintaining extraordinary balance. It absorbs its new-barrique ageing effortlessly, allowing a savoury, umami character to shine through. Ample dusty tannins coat the mouth but the finish is clean and energetic." Decanter

"Tasted young, the Fèlsina 2017 Chianti Classico Gran Selezione Colonia shows a darker color of fruit (compared to the lither and more delicate 2016 vintage that I tasted at the same time). Sangiovese grapes were naturally concentrated by the heat and dryness of the vintage, and the oak signature is more prominent here. I'd definitely suggest putting this wine aside in your cellar to allow for better integration. I kept my open bottle at 55 degrees Fahrenheit and tasted it again two days later. The wine opened beautifully to show rich and profound fruit with some of those earthy and dusty limestone aromas that are so specific to this labor-intensive farming site on a remote hilltop. The score you see here was adjusted higher after that second tasting. A mere 6,000 bottles were made." Robert Parker

When you hear the story of the effort that went into the Colonia vineyard, you have to wonder if the fine people of Fèlsina are absolutely crazy. It took them two years to remove the imposing rock that had forced previous generations of the Poggiali family to virtually abandon this noble site. But it is thanks to the ambitious Giovanni Poggiali that this spectacular vineyard (Vigneto Colonia) became what it is today. It has reddish-brown soils, is rich in magnesium and iron, and is thus quite different from all other Fèlsina sites.

Chianti Classico Gran Selezione Colonia is a wine of enormous beauty and depth. Dark ruby in the glass, it smells expressively mineral and pure, with aromas of dark cherry and blackcurrant. Mineral and graphite aromas and the simply terrific focus on the Sangiovese grape make it an incomparable masterpiece. On the palate, it is extremely well-balanced and elegant with optimally integrated wood - it is immediately clear that another top wine of the house has been created that is more than a match for the Fontalloro. Fortunately for those who can taste it, there are only 3,000 bottles per vintage. SUPERIORE.DE

"Sweet berries and dried flowers on the nose with sage and lavender. Medium-to full-bodied with chewy tannins, yet these are polished and intense. Very structured and solid. Needs cellar time. Try after 2023." James Suckling

"I prefer this wine to Fèlsina's top-shelf Fontalloro. The 2018 Chianti Classico Gran Selezione Colonia is irresistibly angular and tight, opening a profound view onto what makes Sangiovese so expressive and unique, especially when planted in the right territories. The bouquet is savory and almost sanguine with iron ore, rusty nail and baked clay. But there's plenty of fruit as well, in the form of wild berry and black cherry, that adds to the dimension and dynamic freshness of the mouthfeel. Give this wine time to soften in the bottle." Robert Parker

"The 2018 Chianti Classico Gran Selezione Colonia is fascinating to taste next to the Rancia, as the two parcels are adjacent. Rich and substantial in the glass, Colonia is textured and ample, qualities that become increasingly apparent over time. Rugged, rocky terrain seems to amplify power, explosive verticality and acidity." Vinous

Pònkler is the new top wine and at the same time Franz Haas' essence from decades of experience with the non-demanding Pinot Nero grape. The vines, planted in 2007, grow on soils of weathered porphyry in a single vineyard at an altitude of 750 metres. The selection of French clones that have proven to be eminently suitable for high altitudes, the high density of vines and the low yields ensure a very high quality of grapes.

The stronger sunshine in the South Tyrolean altitudes gives the wine its typical ripe fruit notes. The nose is concentrated and deep, revealing ripe red and black berries, star anise and leather. In the mouth, it builds up the precise primary fruit in layers, reminiscent of medicinal herbs and cinchona bark. With every sip, it shows its class, great substance and precise tannin structure. And in the endlessly long finish, it is there again, this boundless depth and complexity.. SUPERIORE.DE

"Sparkling ruby garnet. Very appealing nose with delicate notes of ripened raspberries and blackberries, appears fresh at the same time despite maturity, behind it fine spicy notes. Juicy and extremely appealing on the palate, fine-meshed, velvety tannin, spreads for a long time, lots of wild raspberry, long and smooth, very good tension, simply fun!" Falstaff

"Although this is five years old already, it’s still very fresh and slightly herbal on the nose with just a hint of licorice and tobacco leaf. A cool, fresh and delicate style of pinot noir, but with great balance, the fine tannins already beautifully integrated, the finish slightly oaky, but very subtle in spite of this." James Suckling

Since 1881, five generations have run the family business in the heart of the Langhe in Piedmont, continuing the history of their wines, including the famous Barolo. The Pio family, and later Boffa, the surname of grandmother Rosy's husband, continue to run the wine business today with a single goal: to produce in the best possible way.

To celebrate the 140th anniversary of the traditional winery, almost 2,000 bottles of a unique Barolo del Comune di Serralunga d'Alba have now been filled, whose grapes come exclusively from the family's own vineyards in the best locations.

"We decided to pay tribute to our historical attachment to the terroir of Serralunga d'Alba and, on the occasion of our anniversary, to produce a limited edition Barolo exclusively from a small part of each of the four family estates in this commune - Ornato, La Briccolina, La Serra and Lirano - which are depicted on the label in the form of a multi-coloured tetrahedron. It is a very limited edition, of which we have numbered 1,881 bottles to commemorate the year of our foundation," says Cesare Benvenuto Pio, who worked at the company alongside his uncle from 2000 until the latter's tragic death in the summer of 2021.

For the Pio Cesare family business, it is like a return to its origins in a commune that has always been the essential hub for the production of Barolo, with its great complexity, structure and longevity. SUPERIORE.DE

"Rich ruby with a slight garnet shimmer. Inviting nose with distinct notes of wild raspberry and rose petals, some Darjeeling tea in the background. Fine-meshed, grippy tannin, entwined with fine melting, spreads out very well, very juicy, shows very good drinking flow." Falstaff

"The 2017 Barolo del Comune di Serralunga d’Alba was made to celebrate the house's 140th anniversary. It offers plenty of Serralunga dark fruit and savory intensity, all packed into a super-classic mid-weight frame. I am tempted to see how this ages, as it is beguiling, complex and alluring from the very first taste." Vinous

"A powerful style, this red evokes plum, fruitcake, iron and tobacco aromas and flavors, delivering big fruit and tannins that will require a few years to integrate. Notes of eucalyptus and wild herbs add depth to the finish." Wine Spectator

"Ripe plum, blue flower, cedar and sunbaked earth aromas lead the way. On the full-bodied, savory palate, tightly knit, refined tannins envelope raspberry jam, fleshy black cherry and baking spice." Wine Enthusiast

"Transparency of fruit with strawberry, walnut, hazelnut and stone undertones. It’s full to medium-bodied with tight, chewy tannins that are long and intense. Very nicely polished, yet forceful. A new wine from Pio Cesare. From four vineyards: Ornato, Briccolina, La Serra, Lirano. Made only for this year." James Suckling

With the 2015 vintage, the St. Michael-Eppan Winery began crowning selected varietal wines for the first time. Only 3,000 bottles of these top selections enter the global market each year.

Also in 2017, the choice fell on a single-varietal Sauvignon Bianco from the best grapes of selected micro-locations. Gentle pressing with 3 days of skin contact, followed by 12 months of fermentation in tonneau and a further 15 months on the fine lees in stainless steel tanks give it a unique depth and finesse. After another 9 months in the bottle, it is released for sale. SUPERIORE.DE

"Sparkling straw yellow with green nuances. Very precise and intense nose, full of dark currant, sage and elderflower, to lie in! Shows a lot of present fruit on the palate, in addition juicy and salty, in the long final very clear and with good pressure." Falstaff

"Here I'm finding a refined and perfumed display with candied lemon peel, yellow flowers, sage, white smoke minerality and hints of vanilla bean. There's significant textural depth, silky in feel over a weighty frame yet contrasted by stimulating acids, showing balanced inner sweetness with an almost-ambrosia feel to its notes of ripe pear and subtle citrus. There's a density of primary fruit that can be felt more than tasted, as the 2017 Sauvignon seems to slowly melt away. Only 3,300 bottles were produced." Vinous

"A release of 3,300 bottles, the San Michele Appiano 2017 Alto Adige Sauvignon The Wine Collection opens to a luminous golden color with bright fragrances of white rose, jasmine, passion fruit and peach. This is a mid-weight expression of Sauvignon Blanc that reveals a beautifully smooth and silky mouthfeel. You could pair this generous white with dishes that incorporate Indian or Moroccan spice." Robert Parker

"Aged wines can be compared to a person who impresses not with strength but with the wisdom of age. These wines have a tremendous personality, a very special radiance." (Alois Lageder)

Since the 1995 vintage, the Lageder family has set aside a small amount of their masterpieces each year to demonstrate the impressive development and great potential of their wines. Very deep, rich cherry-red colour. Intense fruit aromas of cherries and blackcurrants as well as smoky-spicy sensations combined with a fine wood note from the barrique. Very powerful attack, firm, pithy fruit flavour with good balance. Long lasting finish with clearly noticeable, still quite youthful tannin and fresh acidity. SUPERIORE.DE

It is reported that the hermit Alemanno chose the hill of Rosazzo as his spiritual retreat in the year 800. Here, about 200 years later, the Augustinians taught the local population the principles of agriculture. It is also here that the Pignolo grape variety can be traced back to the end of the 18th century. Sensitive and low-yielding, it had almost disappeared by the end of the 19th century and was rediscovered and recultivated in Rosazzo.

In 1983, a massal selection of a biotype with characteristically small grapes in the shape of pine cones was planted below the wall of the Antico Belvedere. The material, which is available in very small quantities, is matured in second-age barriques, which tames the naturally strong tannins and makes the wine supple.

Medium, deep garnet red with dark reflections. Expansive, intense and extremely complex bouquet of dried plum, red blackberry, sour cherry jam and tamarind, carried by cigar box aromas, followed by hints of blueberry, rhododendron blossom, bracken, violet and elderberry. With further aeration then black pepper, clove, incense, cherry, coffee and cinnamon. On the palate, the exuberant, sheer overwhelming impressions continue with complex and spicy nuances. In addition, there is an impressive freshness and the typical, present tannin, which, however, never seems too obtrusive, but forms a perfect unity together with the great concert of aromas. With further aeration in the glass, one gets an approximate impression of the imposing fullness and complexity of an exceptional Pignolo, which is not without reason one of the terrificred wines in Italy and leads one on an unforgettable journey of enjoyment until the very last sip. SUPERIORE.DE

If you frequently participate in barrel tastings, you know that the same wine can develop differently in each barrel. So far so good, because usually it is only nuances that even out after bottling and further bottle ageing. In the case of the 2007 Boca, however, Christoph Künzli very quickly noticed that the wine from one of his barrels had a higher complexity and at the same time a youthful exuberance, which impressed him so much that he decided without further ado to wait with the bottling of this barrel. After a total of six and a half years, he then bottled a Boca that not only opens up new facets, but also represents the terroir in a terrific way like no other. The result was a wine that he dedicated to Pliny the Elder (23-79 AD), who first mentioned the growing region in his "Naturalis Historia" ...

Deep bouquet of crushed flowers, small sweet red berries, mint and mountain herbs. On the palate of great fullness and richness with a beguiling texture and an almost weightless style. It captivates us until the long final, its purity and balance is unique. Plinius (i.e. this barrel of Boca 2007) is a fascinating and contemplative wine that should be followed in the glass for several hours (or days), if you manage to resist for that long. SUPERIORE.DE

Vigna d'Alceo '09 is a Cabernet Sauvignon with a low proportion of Petit Verdot of the extra class. The bouquet is rich, clean and fruity. Impressive its harmony, powerful and yet with a lot of elegance. A perfectly shaped drop with the potential to increase in value! SUPERIORE.DE

"A super generous red with spices, meat and berry character. Full body with round and velvety tannins. Rich and generous. Gorgeous wine. A blend of cabernet sauvignon and petite verdot." James Suckling

"Bright, rich ruby violet. Opened in the nose with smoky-mineral notes, then plenty of plump fruit, inviting for elderberries and blackberries. It shows itself polished on the palate, opens with a lot of finely woven, rich tannin, builds up for a long time, a lot of juicy fruit, rich pressure in the finale." Falstaff

"The 2009 D'Alceo is quite a bit firmer and more structured than the Sammarco. An exotic melange of dark cherries, plums, grilled herbs, cassis and new leather emerges from the glass, backed up by tons of structure. Over the last few months, the 2009 d'Alceo has softened a bit, releasing expressive, floral aromatics and brighter shades of fruit. This is a wonderfully deep, resonant d'Alceo. The 2009 will drink well with minimum cellaring within the context of prior vintages. According to Luca di Napoli, the trick to 2009 was harvesting on the early side. Judging by this effort, I would say Rampolla nailed the vintage." Antonio Galloni

The elegant, very aromatic cuvée of the white varieties Sauvignon, Chardonnay and Pinot Gris is the winery's flagship. On the nose, a multi-layered scent of tropical fruits and floral notes, flint, white chocolate and mint. The taste is powerful, expansive and long. A dreamlike white wine. SUPERIORE.DE

Villa dei Misteri - a wine with historical roots and a taste for the future: this Pompeiano Rosso is made from the limited Piedirosso grapes that today grow in the ruins of the Pompeii archaeological site. Generous, bright and fruity aromas of raspberries, with spices, a little peppery. Concentrated and persistent in taste with fine tannin. SUPERIORE.DE

The elegant, very aromatic cuvée of the white varieties Sauvignon, Chardonnay and Pinot Gris is the winery's flagship. On the nose, a multi-layered scent of tropical fruits and floral notes, flint, white chocolate and mint. The taste is powerful, expansive and long. A dreamlike white wine. SUPERIORE.DE