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Vino Nobile di Montepulciano DOCG 2020 (BIO)
Subtle ruby red colour with light reflections. Warm, well-dosed bouquet of wild berries, cherries and some smoke. Fine tannins on the palate, with plenty of juice and fruit at the core, floral and spicy notes, compact. A fine salty vein in the harmonious finish. SUPERIORE.DE
"Ruby dark red; peppery notes, arouses curiosity; juicy, sweetness, balanced, length, drinky, pleasing." (JLF) Merum
"Very typical, elegant, with polished tannins and full of fruity charm, sour cherry, some chocolate, sweet fruit melting, round." Weinwisser
"Pleasing nose of black cherries, flanked by plum notes and tobacco; polished attack, finely chiselled acidity, fruity and mineral finish." Vinum
"One of the best-balanced 2020s, Gracciano della Seta's Vino Nobile is discreetly padded with an abundance of dark, fleshy cherry, yet remains straightforward and sculptural. The tannins are slightly steely but yield smoothly, while zesty, citrusy acidity provides graceful support. Nuances of forest, leather and mint interweave with notes of orange that linger." Decanter
"Dried-herb and olive-stone notes to this savory red, mingling with cherries and blood oranges. It’s medium-bodied, juicy and nicely balanced. Fine tannins. Fresh and tasty finish." James Suckling
read more- Grape Varieties: 93% Sangiovese, 6% Merlot, 1% Colorino, 5% Canaiolo and Merlot
- Cultivation: biological
- Expansion: 18 months tonneau/oak barrel
- Eco-Control-No.: IT‑BIO‑004
- Filtration: yes
- Alcohol content: 13,50 % vol
- Serving temperature: 14‑16 °C
- Storage potential: 2028+
- Closure: natural cork
- Total extract: 29,20 g/l
- Total acidity: 5,70 g/l
- Residual sugar: 0,60 g/l
- Sulfite: 48 mg/l
- pH value: 3,50
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contains sulphites
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Chianti Classico DOCG 2021 (BIO)
Vibrant ruby colour with light violet reflections, rich fruity aromas on the nose, typically of wild berries and sour cherries. Fresh, balanced and well-structured on the palate, with silky tannins and spicy accents. An energetic classic of the appellation. SUPERIORE.DE
"A classic and as if from a single mould; cherries, blackberries, the juicy vein and the charm are pleasing, the fine tannin and acid bite invigorate." Weinwisser
"Almost medium ruby red colour. Dense and rather closed on the nose and a little reductive. Great intensity and purity of fruit, with plenty of tangy acidity and fine tannins. Impressive." Jancis Robinson
"Boasting black cherry, blackberry, violet and earth flavors, this rich, dark red shows fine balance, with a light grip of tannins on the finish. This is more about the fruit, so very drinkable now." Wine Spectator
"A powerful and flavoursome Chianti Classico with aromas of red plums, herbs, mushrooms and some citrus peel. Medium-bodied with plenty of bite thanks to the chewy tannins. Made from organically grown grapes." James Suckling
"The Chianti Classico 2021 is a prime example of excellence. Pure, bright and wonderfully lively, the 2021 possesses outstanding energy and exceptional balance. Crushed red/purple-coloured fruit, rose petals, sweet spices and orange peel burst with excitement. This is a rare Chianti Classico that I would cellar for a year or two. Outstanding." Vinous
"As the high temperatures in mid-August stopped the Sangiovese from ripening, he harvested about a week later than usual, reports Marco Ricasoli. He also introduced a sorting table to remove dried or green berries and pieces of stem. The result is a flawless and refined Annata. It has a deep purple colour and an equally youthful bouquet with aromas of wild berries, black plums and a hint of wood spices. In the mouth, it is full of spicy dark red cherries, carried by a lively acidity and framed by tannins with a suede structure. Winter mint and liquorice root linger on the finish. With its admirable complexity, it surpasses its category." Decanter
read more- Grape Varieties: 92% Sangiovese, 6% Canaiolo, 2% Colorino
- Cultivation: biological
- Expansion: 11 months 50/50 concrete tank/tonneau
- Eco-Control-No.: IT‑BIO‑006
- Vegan: yes
- Filtration: no
- Alcohol content: 14,00 % vol
- Serving temperature: 14‑16 °C
- Storage potential: 2029+
- Closure: natural cork
- Total extract: 30,70 g/l
- Total acidity: 6,85 g/l
- Residual sugar: < 0,50 g/l
- Sulfite: 64 mg/l
- pH value: 3,15
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contains sulphites
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“Sereno” Bianco Venezia Giulia IGT 2021
Antonio Bragato, born in Germany but with an absolute Friulian identity, joined forces 20 years ago with Gianni Maccari, who was cellar master at Livio Felluga for many years and founded his own winery Ronco della Rocca at the beginning of the millennium. Maccari, who has a degree in agronomy and Oenologist, is considered one of the best-trained viticultural experts in Friuli. The profound knowledge of his own 12 hectares of vineyards as well as the leased plots and the radical precision in the execution of every operation characterise the clear style and the reliable quality of the wines that Antonio Bragato creates there together with him.
From the 2019 vintage, Bragato's wine experiment enters a new era. Since then, the team has relied on an even more rigorous selection of the oldest vines from the coolest and best sites. The results of the "New Edition" can truly be seen and tasted. They are even more radical in complexity and finesse. We are pleased to be able to offer our customers the smallest editions of these wines, which confirm the many years of work and experience of the two quality fanatics!
In 2021, there was a truly exceptional harvest in Friuli. All the elements - acidity, low PH values, opulent extracts, juiciness, richness of aromas - are impressively present in the white wines. At the same time, the wines appear cool, racy and elegant despite their richness. Antonio Bragato's Sereno 2021, a white cuvée that he has brought to life impressively and even more precisely than ever before after a six-year break, is just as complex and full of tension. On the inviting bouquet, fresh, captivating aromas of pineapple, stone fruits, white flowers, bread crust and white currants. Juicy and very punchy in the drink, with a race and creaminess that is irresistible. The 7-month ageing on the fine lees provides complexity and depth that is exceptional for an "entry wine" into the great world of Bragato wines. SUPERIORE.DE
"Comes from 25-year-old vines. An all-rounder to start with, modelled on the Terlaner Cuvée. Unripe pineapple, one immediately senses the Sauvignon Blanc share, the Friulano rounds off the wine towards the back. Pleasing without being interchangeable." Weinwisser
"Ripe yet delicate pineapple aromas with notes of white flowers and candied lemon. Ripe and juicy, but also gentle and discreetly structured. The lively interplay of mineral freshness and animating acidity makes it hard not to like." James Suckling
"Fragrant, pineapple and mango, passion fruit and elderflower. In the mouth, the wine combines pressure and juiciness, the lively acidity and tactile-mineral motifs give it momentum and tension, the intensity of the (overall still closed) palate structure remains at a high level for quite a long time. May develop into great elegance." Falstaff
read more- Grape Varieties: 80% Pinot Bianco, 10% Chardonnay, 5% Friulano, 5% Sauvignon
- Cultivation: close to nature
- Expansion: 7 months stainless steel on fine yeast
- Filtration: yes
- Alcohol content: 13,00 % vol
- Serving temperature: 8‑10 °C
- Storage potential: 2028+
- Closure: Diam
- Total extract: 23,00 g/l
- Total acidity: 5,93 g/l
- Residual sugar: 2,60 g/l
- Sulfite: 55 mg/l
- pH value: 3,26
- Allergens
contains sulphites
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“Berardenga” Chianti Classico DOCG 2021
Sangiovese in its purest form: bright ruby colour with a broad garnet rim. Rich in fruity and floral aromas, multi-layered, herbal, deep and well-polished with further development potential. A full-bodied and harmonious Chianti Classico with a highly authentic and very inviting style. SUPERIORE.DE
"Brilliant ruby red colour. Deep cherry flavour with dark spice notes. Concentrated, supple and full-bodied. Impressive structure with powdery tannins that have yet to settle." Jancis Robinson
"Animating cherry, cassis and herbs, shows its pithy side with a bite, salty vein and tart charm, is robust and lingers for a long time. The classic from the south of the growing region." Weinwisser
"The Fèlsina 2021 Chianti Classico Berardenga has a savoury or crisp side that I often find in Sangiovese. There's a lot of fruit brightness here with cassis, red cherries, minerals, dried tobacco and grilled rosemary. This is an easy-drinking Tuscan red wine with a natural acidity and brightness that goes well with a classic lasagne or aubergine parmigiana." Wine Advocate
"The 2021 begins with smoky nuances, earth and subtle oak, before moving into fragrant mint and thyme. It is concentrated and ripe, but balanced by freshness and vibrancy. The underlying firmness gradually dissipates to reveal a spicy finish of dried tomatoes." Decanter
"The Chianti Classico Berardenga 2021 is impetuous and expressive right from the glass. Dark fruits, earthy notes, leather, spices and tobacco convey the character of Castelnuovo Berardenga in tonnes. The wine gets better and better in the glass. It's a super-classic example of the house style and a wine to buy by the case. The Berardenga bottling can be a little wild, but in 2021 it has an added touch of sophistication that is undeniable." Vinous
"Sparkling ruby red with a slightly brightening rim. Fresh raspberries and strawberries on the nose, then a touch of forest floor and sour cherry. Fresh and juicy on the palate, with well-integrated tannins, long and fruity final." Falstaff
"A firm and silky red wine with aromas and flavours of cherries, dried flowers and orange peel. It is medium-bodied with fine tannins and a fresh and concentrated finish. It still needs some time to mellow, but I'm already enjoying its energy." James Suckling
"Nose of red raspberry, touches of wild sage and floreal finish, with nuances of lavender. The drinkability is crunchy-sapid, good persistence with a return of Taggiasca olive." Luca Gardini
read more- Grape Variety: 100% Sangiovese
- Cultivation: close to nature
- Expansion: 12 months wooden barrel/barrique
- Filtration: yes
- Alcohol content: 13,50 % vol
- Serving temperature: 16‑18 °C
- Storage potential: 2029+
- Closure: natural cork
- Food recommendations
venison ravioli - Total extract: 29,20 g/l
- Total acidity: 5,65 g/l
- Residual sugar: 0,91 g/l
- Sulfite: 103 mg/l
- pH value: 3,40
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contains sulphites
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Nobile di Montepulciano DOCG 2020
A solid wine that excels every year is the exciting Nobile from Poliziano, which smells of dark red cherries, blackberries and roasted notes. Juicy, compact and polished on the palate, soft and balanced with silky tannins and a long, elegant finish. SUPERIORE.DE
"Seductive maraschino nose, underlaid with refined notes of undergrowth; smooth in the mouth, with well-integrated lively acidity, long." Vinum
"A wonderful wine, which on the one hand appears dignified and relaxed, but on the other hand also has good tension; everything appears playful, gentle and juicy; a fine wine right through to the finish." Weinwisser
"Light ruby red with brightening edges. Sour cherry, raspberry, green leaf and fine spice on the nose. Medium structure on the palate, balanced tannins, medium-long, fruity finish with fine spice." Falstaff
"Ripe, bright red berries with fine spices and a hint of crushed stone minerality. Medium to full-bodied on the palate with fine herbs, citrus and berries, all wrapped in fine, crumbly tannins. Already delicious." James Suckling
"The Vino Nobile di Montepulciano 2020 is dark and rich in the glass. Hints of camphor and pine highlight a burst of cherry and plum sauce. It is silky smooth and elegant, with cooling minerality and crisp red fruit cascading up. The finish is long and colourful, with a spicy note and slightly grippy tannins that enhance the experience well. Poliziano has captured the ripeness of the vintage in a wonderfully balanced way. This is great." Vinous
"This red offers an inviting expression of cherry, raspberry, floral, mineral and spice flavors. Pure, with a firm backbone of tannins, vibrant acidity and a lingering, fruity aftertaste." Wine Spectator
"Immediately on the nose, nuances of marasca cherries, then laurel and cedar thyme. On the palate, iodine-salty tannins, juicy and persistent, with great length." Luca Gardini
read more- Grape Varieties: 95% Sangiovese, 5% Colorino, Canaiolo and Merlot
- Cultivation: close to nature
- Expansion: 14‑16 months large wooden barrel/barrique
- Vegan: yes
- Filtration: yes
- Alcohol content: 14,00 % vol
- Serving temperature: 16‑18 °C
- Storage potential: 2030+
- Closure: natural cork
- Total extract: 29,36 g/l
- Total acidity: 5,85 g/l
- Residual sugar: 0,97 g/l
- Sulfite: 86 mg/l
- pH value: 3,46
- Allergens
contains sulphites
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Rosso di Montalcino DOC 2021
Lisini's Rosso di Montalcino smells of violets, lavender and cinnamon-dusted cherries. This flows effortlessly across the palate with polished ripe red fruits and sweet inner spices. There is nothing out of place in this silky beauty. The lightly textured and characterful final is balanced by zesty acidity and shows nuances of red candy mixed with worn leather and a pleasant inner sweetness that lingers. Juicy and flavoursome character with well-dosed tannins and lively acidity. A wine for every day, but with great class. SUPERIORE.DE
"Smoky, red berry, fresh, red fruits, straightforward, great length with lots of red berry freshness like pomegranate and cranberry juice." Weinwisser
"The 2021 Rosso di Montalcino opens with an herbal note that quickly fades to reveal a mix of wild berries, crushed rock and sweet smoke. It is remarkably fresh and energetic, with an abundance of ripe, mineral red fruit and spice driven by zesty acidity. The finish is spotty and long, leaving a bitter aftertaste that is refreshed by a hint of residual acidity." Vinous
read more- Grape Variety: 100% Sangiovese
- Cultivation: conventional
- Expansion: 8 months wooden barrel
- Filtration: yes
- Alcohol content: 14,00 % vol
- Serving temperature: 18‑20 °C
- Storage potential: 2030+
- Closure: natural cork
- Total extract: 29,78 g/l
- Total acidity: 5,99 g/l
- Residual sugar: 1,59 g/l
- Sulfite: 82 mg/l
- pH value: 3,52
- Allergens
contains sulphites
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“Passi di Orma” Rosso Bolgheri DOC 2021
Strong ruby red. Clearly defined bouquet with beautiful herbal spice. In the glass, a deep dark fruit and a very round body, fine acidity and polished tannins. A classic representative of the noble Bolgheri appellation with an exceptionally harmonious overall impression. Be sure to aerate. SUPERIORE.DE
"The Passi di Orma is the entry-level wine at Orma from Bolgheri. The 21 has a dull, light-toned aroma of chocolatey fruit and berry accents with incense, rosemary and bay leaves. Sweet, fleshy, round and somewhat hearty it then appears in the mouth. Broad, full-bodied, with a rich mid-palate but little finesse or character, lingering somewhat reductive and framed by good wood." Weinwisser
"Rich ruby red with a slightly brightening rim. Spicy on the nose of black pepper and fruity of rich sour cherry, then slightly leathery with a touch of chocolate and coffee grounds. Lots of ripe cherry on the palate, well balanced, with fine-grained tannin and a long final." Falstaff
read more- Grape Varieties: 40% Merlot, 35% Cabernet Sauvignon
- Cultivation: close to nature
- Expansion: 6 months barrique
- Filtration: no
- Alcohol content: 14,50 % vol
- Serving temperature: 18‑20 °C
- Storage potential: 2032+
- Closure: natural cork
- Total extract: 29,85 g/l
- Total acidity: 5,85 g/l
- Residual sugar: 2,44 g/l
- Sulfite: 89 mg/l
- pH value: 3,49
- Allergens
contains sulphites
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Chianti Classico DOCG 2021 (BIO)
Multi-layered aroma, lots of dark cherry fruit, delicate herbal spice and cedar aromas. Also on the palate juicy dark wild cherries, ripe, perfectly integrated tannin, elegant and delicate, fine mineral spiciness, yet amazingly full-bodied and animating. A representative of the appellation that hits the right notes, as if from a picture book! SUPERIORE.DE
"Brilliant crimson. Sublime, perfumed nose of raspberry, cherry and cranberry. Juicy and almost a little racy on the attack, then concentrated and long with a firm tannic frame. Beautiful." Jancis Robinson
"Spicy, powerful, rich and fleshy, besides the fruit also delicately smoky, earthy and with sturdy tannin. A classic." Weinwisser
"The 2021 Chianti Classico is magnificent. Bright and explosive, the 2021 has remarkable energy and tension to play up its natural richness. In most vintages, the San Giusto Chianti Classico is quite open. This is not the case at all with the 2021, where lively acids and tannins dominate. harvestshould plan to drink the 2021 for a few years. Sweet exotic floral notes lift the finish." Vinous
"Dark cherry, raspberry, violet and mineral aromas and flavors permeate this supple red, which is fresh, delineated and intense, with fine harmony and a lingering aftertaste emphasizing the fruit." Wine Spectator
"The organic Chianti Classico 2021, from a balanced vintage that delivers acidity and structure, displays a brilliant dark garnet colour and a clean, medium-bodied appearance. The bouquet is full of energy and liveliness, a quality that Sangiovese achieves under ideal growing conditions. Spicy cherry, cassis, blue flowers, violets and soft earth give this wine an authentic sense of place. The same goes for the elegant mineral notes. This is a special wine." Wine Advocate
read more- Grape Varieties: 95% Sangiovese, 5% Canaiolo
- Cultivation: biological
- Expansion: 10 months tonneau/barrique
- Eco-Control-No.: IT‑BIO‑014
- Filtration: no
- Alcohol content: 14,50 % vol
- Serving temperature: 16‑18 °C
- Storage potential: 2029+
- Closure: natural cork
- Total extract: 29,78 g/l
- Total acidity: 5,85 g/l
- Residual sugar: 0,89 g/l
- Sulfite: 80 mg/l
- pH value: 3,32
- Allergens
contains sulphites
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“Eichhorn” Pinot Bianco Alto Adige Terlano DOC 2022 (BIO)
"A little and a lot. Some call it Pinot Blanc. And yet. Our Pinot Bianco Eichhorn has an Alpine-Mediterranean flavour: bright and flowery like alpine meadows, long-lasting and spicy like the sea." Michael Graf Goëss-Enzenberg, Weingut Manincor
Eichhorn Pinot Blanc has a light golden colour with beautiful aromas of lemon peel, orange marmalade, some smoke and ripe pears. The flavour is clear, fruity and long. Modern classicism and casual elegance from Manincor. SUPERIORE.DE
"Highly elegant aroma with white flowers and peach, plus warm citrus fruit and yellow apple. Delicate and full of finesse on the palate, stimulating fresh acidity, citrusy, a hint of tannin gives the wine its fine, grippy texture." Weinwisser
"A crisp hint of lemon pith lends definition to the light and pleasingly plump notes of ripe melon and apricot, salted Marcona almond, ground ginger and white blossoms. This is bright and elegant, with a snappy, mineral-laced finish." Wine Spectator
read more- Grape Variety: 100% Pinot Bianco
- Cultivation: biodynamic
- Expansion: 5 months large wooden barrel
- Eco-Control-No.: IT‑BIO‑013
- Filtration: yes
- Alcohol content: 13,00 % vol
- Serving temperature: 8‑10 °C
- Storage potential: 2028+
- Closure: natural cork
- Total extract: 23,55 g/l
- Total acidity: 6,05 g/l
- Residual sugar: 2,06 g/l
- Sulfite: 67 mg/l
- pH value: 3,33
- Allergens
contains sulphites
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Limitation of 6 articles per customerChianti Classico Riserva DOCG 2020 (BIO)
Attractive, juicy Riserva with classic flavours of sour cherries, sour cherries, dark forest fruits and a subtle hint of liquorice. Elegant fruit and delicate structure on the palate, compact, well-integrated tannins and an impressively long finish. SUPERIORE.DE
"The elegant house style is paired with power, juice and spice, pleasing fruit and accompanying tannin from the use of wood." Weinwisser
"Brilliant ruby red colour. Nose of juicy cherries, ripe wild berries, blackberries, plums, dark spice on the finish. Very fruity on the palate, dark, balanced tannins, lingering, animating final, profound." Falstaff
"Cherries, wet stones, graphite and balsamic vinegar on the nose with hints of earth and wild herbs lead to a palate that is rather stony and cherry red, finishing with a fresh, herbal burst of mint and fennel." Wine Enthusiast
"The Chianti Classico Riserva 2020 shows notes of preserved dark cherries, mocha, liquorice, cinnamon and new leather. On the palate, the 2020 is deep and rich, with great depth that shows beautifully today. It's a rich, heady Riserva to savour now and for years to come." Wine Enthusiast
"The Chianti Classico Riserva 2020 is a soft and supple wine with plenty of dark fruit, cherry and toasted spice, reflecting a warm growing season. All of these organic Brancaia wines are impeccably blended and show no hard edges thanks to careful fruit ripening and oak ageing. This Riserva has sweet tannins and a medium-weight finish." Wine Advocate
"This wine has a darker character with roasted spices and walnuts and offers ripe dark cherries and redcurrants. Medium to full-bodied and firm with linear tannins and even acidity. Focused and structured with a long, straight finish. A little chewy at the end." James Suckling
"A beautiful red wine with aromas and flavours of cherries, strawberries, roses, minerals and wild herbs. It treads a fine line between elegance and power, with a firm structure and lively acidity ensuring that it is concentrated and long." Wine Spectator
read more- Grape Varieties: 80% Sangiovese, 20% Merlot
- Cultivation: biological
- Expansion: 16 months tonneau/used barrique
- Eco-Control-No.: IT‑BIO‑015
- Vegan: yes
- Filtration: yes
- Alcohol content: 14,00 % vol
- Serving temperature: 18‑20 °C
- Storage potential: 2033+
- Closure: natural cork
- Food recommendations
roast beef and veal, stews - Total extract: 29,82 g/l
- Total acidity: 5,79 g/l
- Residual sugar: < 0,50 g/l
- Sulfite: 97 mg/l
- pH value: 3,48
- Allergens
contains sulphites
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“Poggio Valente 25 anni” Rosso Toscana IGT 2021
Poggio Valente comes from a single vineyard of the same name at an altitude of around 300 metres. Opulent floral and small-fruited Sangiovese nose with optimally nuanced hints of tobacco, cedar and mint. Precise on the palate with plenty of pressure and power, then towards the end the furious resolution of all the well-dosed components in a fine, silky texture and an unforgettable, long final. SUPERIORE.DE
"Wonderfully clear red-fruity bouquet with cherries, wild berries and wonderful floral (lavender, roses) and spicy notes. Still very delicate, but juicy and elegant as well as precisely woven with a lively style, lives from the red berry fruit, the fine tannin riff and the wonderfully ethereal freshness with wonderful liquorice notes on the final." Weinwisser
"Aromas of cherries, chocolate and walnuts. Some undertones of lavender and rose petals. Medium-bodied, with superfine tannins and notes of chocolate and vanilla. Give it time to open up." James Suckling
read more- Grape Variety: 100% Sangiovese
- Cultivation: close to nature
- Expansion: 18 months tonneau
- Filtration: yes
- Alcohol content: 15,00 % vol
- Serving temperature: 18‑20 °C
- Storage potential: 2034+
- Closure: natural cork
- Food recommendations
partridge with truffles, gnudi with lardo di cinta senese - Total extract: 30,85 g/l
- Total acidity: 5,64 g/l
- Residual sugar: 0,86 g/l
- Sulfite: 82 mg/l
- pH value: 3,45
- Allergens
contains sulphites
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Brunello di Montalcino DOCG 2016
Beautiful and very well-balanced red wine from the three main historical areas of Montalcino, which have different geoclimatic characteristics due to their different slopes and altitudes - and thus ensure a unique balance between freshness and structure, body and elegance.
Ruby red in colour with garnet reflections, opens immediately with a rich, complex nose. Initially dark cherry, chinotto orange and violet. It then opens up to broader, more complex notes of blueberry, vanilla, tobacco, cinnamon and chocolate with a subtle menthol finish. This juicy 2016 Brunello di Montalcino offers plenty of energy and brightness, conveyed by the cherry fruit and wild berry flavours at its core. The primary fruit is surrounded by spice, grilled herbs and floral earth. The natural complexity, purity and depth of the Sangiovese grape comes into its own in this dream vintage and especially in this Brunello. SUPERIORE.DE
"Bright, noble ruby red colour with a radiant core. Open-hearted and inviting nose, slightly fleshy, with nuances of ripe sour cherries, pepper and raspberries, with an aftertaste of rose hips. Very polished and balanced on the palate, with tightly woven tannins, opens up beautifully on the palate, slightly salty finish." Falstaff
"Deep ruby red colour. Senescent fruit sweetness, beautiful ripe cherry and undergrowth. There is also an obvious oak sweetness on the palate, but there is still a delicacy here, perhaps because the tannins are so fine and relatively light. Elegant, dry, delicate, long, even juicy." Jancis Robinson
"Bringing together grapes from diverse vineyards throughout Montalcino, this midweight, almost-approachable Brunello is focused and vibrant. It takes a bit of coaxing on the nose then divulges sage, orange rind and fennel. Brisk acidity and chalky tannins meet crisp red currant and cranberry, cleansing the palate nicely." Decanter
"The Brunello di Montalcino 2016 has something spicy and slightly rustic about it, which I find very attractive. Baked black cherries, balsamic spice and a hint of animal musk create a beguiling spectacle. The textures are silky smooth, with cooling acids and salty minerals lifting the expression as they give way to tart red fruits. The tannins increase and slowly dry out the senses, but even today the 2016 is a pleasure to drink, coming across as both youthfully structured and savoury and fresh. It is a blend from the vineyards of Val di Suga in Montalcino." Vinous
"Aromas of iron, blood and cherry introduce this soft and lively red wine, while an abundance of dark fruit - black cherry and blackberry - lingers on the palate. The finish is characterised by dark, chocolaty tannins." Wine Spectator
"Dusty notes of crushed gravel and dried tea leaves are the prelude to aromas of fresh mushrooms and hints of fennel. Spicy mushrooms and olives, followed by firm, fine-grained tannins. Structured and full-bodied." James Suckling
read more- Grape Variety: 100% Sangiovese
- Cultivation: conventional
- Expansion: 36 months barrique
- Filtration: yes
- Alcohol content: 14,00 % vol
- Serving temperature: 18‑20 °C
- Storage potential: 2037+
- Closure: natural cork
- Total extract: 30,50 g/l
- Total acidity: 6,10 g/l
- Residual sugar: 0,60 g/l
- Sulfite: 26 mg/l
- pH value: 3,41
- Allergens
contains sulphites
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“Sophie” Chardonnay Alto Adige Terlano DOC 2022 (BIO)
"Elegant and dense, charming and powerful, sophisticated, exciting and highly individual ... An unmistakable cuvée of the great white varieties with Storage potential." Michael Graf Goëss-Enzenberg, Weingut Manincor
Sophie, an aristocratic Chardonnay with small parts of Viognier, offers a clean, fresh bouquet with notes of apple blossom, citrus fruit and brioche. On the palate, too, the precise and classic style with balanced elegance and class. SUPERIORE.DE
"Finesse and complexity characterise this wine. Elegant on the nose, with very juicy fruit of quince, ripe apples and apricots. Light-footed and dancing on the palate, the stony minerality is enveloped by a fine silkiness, incredibly stimulating with a juicy finish." Weinwisser
"Polished, somewhat nutty and a hint of roasted aroma with fine yellow fruity flavours, a little herbs and hints of fennel and root vegetables. Fairly tightly knit, tart, finely juicy fruit, nutty, smoky and again hints of roasted tones, fine acidity and moderate grip, persistent on the palate, quite concentrated, mineral in the background, fennel and delicate herbal tones in the background, a little lemon peel, hints of pepper, good depth, despite all the power also has something playful, very good, firm and almost cool finish." Wein-Plus
"A tangy framework of tangerine acidity and salty minerality combines with flavours of persimmon, almond skin, dried white cherry, thyme and beeswax. Shows a biting liveliness and good concentration through the lingering, well-seasoned finish." Wine Spectator
read more- Grape Varieties: 96% Chardonnay, 4% Viognier
- Cultivation: biodynamic
- Expansion: 5 months large wooden barrel
- Eco-Control-No.: IT‑BIO‑013
- Filtration: yes
- Alcohol content: 13,50 % vol
- Serving temperature: 10‑12 °C
- Storage potential: 2032+
- Closure: natural cork
- Total extract: 24,55 g/l
- Total acidity: 5,90 g/l
- Residual sugar: 0,72 g/l
- Sulfite: 77 mg/l
- pH value: 3,39
- Allergens
contains sulphites
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Limitation of 6 articles per customerChianti Classico Riserva DOCG 2019 (BIO)
Querciabella's Riserva, with an annual production of 10,000 bottles, is a selection of the best lots. It blends fruit from Greve, where the vineyards lie between 350 and 550 metres above sea level, with grapes from the stony high altitudes of Radda and the chalky soils of Gaiole. The 2019 vintage is restrained but very precise. Tantalising aromas of spring flowers, cranberries and potting soil are accompanied by vanilla and smoke. On the palate, it is polished and pure, with a delicious, tangy acidity and sinewy tannins. As every year, one of the most refined wines of the appellation. SUPERIORE.DE
"Here, too, with the typical house style that emphasises the charm, in addition to the aromas of cherry, rowan berries and rosehip, animating, velvety and round on the palate." Weinwisser
"Bright ruby red colour. Nose of pomegranate, fresh strawberries, some blood orange, thyme, stony hints. Great freshness on the palate, lovely acidity, clear, red berry fruit, savoury, vibrates over the tongue, drinky." Falstaff
"Deep, shiny ruby red colour. Captivating, deep sour cherry and raspberry nose that is still quite youthful. Beautiful intensity of fruit and with a hint of oak. Pleasant, tangy, deep raspberry fruit with marvellous, chewy tannins that cling to the fruit. Designed for the long term. Amazing balance between gripping, ripe tannins and deep, tangy fruit." Jancis Robinson
"The Chianti Classico Riserva 2019 is a great wine that comes from vineyards in Greve, Radda and Gaiole. Dark and powerful in the glass, the 2019 offers dark fruit, spice, leather, savoury herbs, tobacco and earthy notes. I would give it a few years to mature." Vinous
"The Organic Querciabella 2019 Chianti Classico Riserva Querciabella displays rich, concentrated fruit with blackberries and cherries overlaid with light spice and minerality. This wine represents a selection of fruit from Greve, Radda and Gaiole in Chianti, and each parcel is vinified separately before the final blend is made." Wine Advocate
"At first, coffee and mocha permeate the dark red cherry, while hints of rosemary and sage emerge with a little coaxing. The palate is confident yet agile, with beautiful, pure black raspberry fruit ringing out. Pleasant tannins expand leisurely, and the fine-grained framework will provide balanced support over the next 10 years." Decanter
"Smooth and intense, this red wine is saturated with aromas and flavours of black cherries, blackberries, flowers, wild herbs and minerals. On the long finish, the solid structure is well covered by flesh. It offers fine harmony and expression." Wine Spectator
"A fragrant and lively red wine with aromas of sour cherries, lemons, cloves, crushed pepper and dried flowers on the nose. Medium-bodied with silky tannins and bright acidity. Juicy and delicious with lots of energy." James Suckling
read more- Grape Variety: 100% Sangiovese
- Cultivation: biodynamic
- Expansion: 16 months 30/70 new/used barrique
- Eco-Control-No.: IT‑BIO‑014
- Vegan: yes
- Filtration: yes
- Alcohol content: 14,00 % vol
- Serving temperature: 18‑20 °C
- Storage potential: 2035+
- Closure: natural cork
- Total extract: 30,65 g/l
- Total acidity: 5,65 g/l
- Residual sugar: 1,29 g/l
- Sulfite: 86 mg/l
- pH value: 3,42
- Allergens
contains sulphites
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Brunello di Montalcino DOCG 2019 (BIO)
Beautifully weighted, the 2019 edition is full yet agile with enough structure to carry it over the next decade. Above all, it emphasises the freshness and balance of the vintage: the aromas unfold slowly, but are very floral, with cherry and thyme blossoms underscored by peppery notes. Crisp red plums and juicy cherries dominate the palate, with the youthful, grippy tannins needing a little time to integrate perfectly. SUPERIORE.DE
"It opens with a fruity flavour of red and blue fruits, with spicy notes reminiscent of cinnamon and cardamom. Dense and creamy in the mouth, very juicy, still a little grippy in the tannins, a modern Brunello that should be ready to drink in 1 to 2 years." Weinwisser
"Deep to dark ruby red colour. Deep, brooding and backward on the nose, but with real precision. Lots of juicy red fruit and impressive, fine-grained tannins. Still a little embryonic, but already hard to resist. Pure class." Jancis Robinson
"Pure and refined wine with lively raspberries, red cherries, rosehips and a hint of citrus blossom. Medium to full-bodied with firm but silky tannins. Excellent acid backbone. Enjoyable now, but give it another two to three years to develop." James Suckling
"Deep notes of dried black cherries meet cedar shavings and worn leather as the seductive Brunello di Montalcino 2019 slowly unfolds in the glass. It is surprisingly juicy and energising, with a pure blend of red fruits and inner flowers accompanied by fresh acidity. Fine tannins assert themselves on the finish as the 2019 takes on a youthful tension and pinches the cheeks, while tart cranberry notes fade into a youthful, crisp final." Vinous
"The certified organic Col d'Orcia 2019 Brunello di Montalcino shows ripe fruit, blackberry, earthy notes, liquorice and, generally speaking, a much bigger and riper fruit profile compared to its peers. It offers a full-bodied Brunello opulence that can be enjoyed in the short or medium term, and the wine delivers flavours of dried fruit such as plum and fig to finish. The tannins are velvety and contribute to the richness of the rather forward and immediate mouthfeel." Wine Advocate
"The 2019 is immediately inviting and expressive. It seduces with lovely tones of red rose, cherry and sweet thyme. Expansive and spacious, the palate unfolds fluidly with layers of delicious red plum and pomegranate. Hibiscus, rosewater and orange hide in every crevice. A brilliant demonstration of the flavourful juiciness of Sangiovese. Deceptively gentle at the start, fine sandy tannins build in a worthy crescendo." Decanter
"Notes of marasca, geranium and eucalyptus on the nose. Juicy tannins on the palate, balsamic and floral notes, compact flavour and crispness." Luca Gardini
read more- Grape Variety: 100% Sangiovese
- Cultivation: biological
- Expansion: 36 months oak barrel
- Eco-Control-No.: IT‑BIO‑004
- Vegan: yes
- Filtration: yes
- Alcohol content: 14,50 % vol
- Serving temperature: 18‑20 °C
- Storage potential: 2039+
- Closure: natural cork
- Total extract: 31,50 g/l
- Total acidity: 5,70 g/l
- Residual sugar: 1,60 g/l
- Sulfite: 91 mg/l
- pH value: 3,40
- Allergens
contains sulphites
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Brunello di Montalcino DOCG 2018
Generous Brunello made from grapes from different vineyards in different subzones in Montalcino with the classic charisma of its 2018 vintage. The aromatically intense bouquet opens in a scent of violets and then develops aromas of wild berry, vanilla, tobacco and chocolate. The taste is characterised by a good balance between full, juicy body, soft tannin and well-integrated alcohol. SUPERIORE.DE
"Typical, fruity bouquet, with dark red and black berry hints (red currant, cassis), again spicy and ethereal notes reminiscent of mint. The ripe fruit is charmingly embraced by a fine corset of tannins. This has power and fine draw. A juicy 2018." Weinwisser
"With vineyards throughout Montalcino, Altesino started harvest at the beginning of September with its southernmost holdings. After rain mid-month, the estate continued with plots in the north. The resulting wine is light yet bright in colour with an immediately attractive nose of raspberry and tarragon. Linear and direct, the chiselled palate offers mineral intrigue with an expansive juiciness. Dainty tannins are almost an afterthought, but acidity will carry this midweight, balanced charmer." Decanter
"The Altesino 2018 Brunello di Montalcino is an especially graceful wine with tart fruit, clean mineral lines and a mid-weight approach. You can drink the wine soon or choose to cellar it a bit longer. The young tannins are nearly fully approachable, and the wine ends with dryness and ample freshness." Wine Advocate
"This has fantastic intensity with concentrated hazelnut, chocolate and dark berry aromas alongside dried flower and dried orange undertones. Firm and medium- to full-bodied, with powerful yet integrated tannins. Excellent structural integrity. Try in 2024." James Suckling
"Remarkable this basic version by Altesino as well, which emphasizes all the crispness of raw materials from North-eastern Montalcino. Notes of strawberry tree to the nose, touches of mint and juniper. Balsamicmentholated return to the palate, then citrus fruits and orange peel. Persistent." Luca Gardini
read more- Grape Variety: 100% Sangiovese
- Cultivation: conventional
- Expansion: 24 months slav. oak barrel
- Filtration: yes
- Alcohol content: 14,50 % vol
- Serving temperature: 18‑20 °C
- Storage potential: 2042+
- Closure: natural cork
- Food recommendations
roast, noble game, mature cheese - Total extract: 31,15 g/l
- Total acidity: 5,82 g/l
- Residual sugar: 1,15 g/l
- Sulfite: 57 mg/l
- pH value: 3,52
- Allergens
contains sulphites
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“Vigna Sessina” Chianti Classico Gran Selezione DOCG 2019 (BIO)
Dievoles Gran Selezione Vigna Sessina is dark, deep and with wonderfully powerful cherry and blackberry flavours. Very defined and precise on the palate with an archetypal interpretation of the grape variety. Everything is in the right place here, the balance and clarity impresses with every sip. The finish has terrificlength and depth. This is Sangiovese in its purest form with infinite energy and expression. SUPERIORE.DE
"Seems a little cheesy with its "sugary" fruit and sweetness, but can please with the juicy vein and the robust tannin as well as the fine acidity and lets the wood resonate skilfully in the background." Weinwisser
"From a vineyard 420 metres above sea level: profound bouquet of red berries, lilacs and herbs; juicy on the palate, beautifully polished, supple tannins and crisp acidity, fruity and spicy finish. Successful." Vinum
"Medium ruby red with first orange-coloured reflections. A little dusty, probably from the oak, with shy, fragrant raspberry fruit underneath. With aeration, the nose becomes finer and more concentrated, with a hint of iron. The palate is elegant and delicate, with plenty of freshness." Jancis Robinson
"Sessina is a 5.5-hectare, south-facing vineyard on Macigno (sandstone soil), but with a limestone vein running through it. It shines in the fresh 2019 vintage - it is the best bottling of this wine that I have tasted. It has a lively aroma of mint, sage and a hint of chocolate. The dark plum core is ripe yet crisp, with tannins that are gently textured and grip in all the right places. Refined and elegant, but not without depth, it offers a tantalising interplay of warm Mediterranean balsamic notes with cooler forest tones. Delicious." Decanter
"Polished and pretty nose of dried flowers, cloves, mocha, dried cherries and chocolate orange. It is medium-bodied with firm tannins. Beautiful freshness and balance, with a long and elegant finish." James Suckling
"The organic Dievole 2019 Chianti Classico Gran Selezione Vigna di Sessina is a true beauty, offering elegance and power in two ways in this vintage. There are plenty of black fruit flavours that delicately fade into crushed stone, spices and grilled herbs. The winery opts for fermentation in cement and rapid ageing in oak for about a year. These steps ensure intact primary aromas and the wine is characterised by energy and lively flavours." Wine Advocate
read more- Grape Variety: 100% Sangiovese
- Cultivation: biological
- Expansion: 17 months large oak barrel
- Eco-Control-No.: IT‑BIO‑006
- Filtration: yes
- Alcohol content: 14,00 % vol
- Serving temperature: 18‑20 °C
- Storage potential: 2037+
- Closure: natural cork
- Total extract: 30,92 g/l
- Total acidity: 5,56 g/l
- Residual sugar: 1,06 g/l
- Sulfite: 85 mg/l
- pH value: 3,34
- Allergens
contains sulphites
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Brunello di Montalcino DOCG 2018
Rose petals, mint, cinnamon, dark sweet cherries and smoke lift from the glass in a translucent, wiry Brunello that builds on energy, power and opulence. Here, length and fruit are in the foreground and, together with a clearly defined tannin structure, Leopoldo Franceschi's team has produced a wine here in a very classic vintage that will really reveal itself over the next few years. As always, it is one of our favourites, and its still outstanding value is also great fun! SUPERIORE.DE
"Wide-ranging bouquet with lots of cedar, ripe red and dark fruits, wild strawberries, cassis and red currants. Behind this, the wood barrel ageing also shows with fine cedar, cloves and dark spices as well as herbs. Rich, almost meaty and dense palate, not quite as dense as 2016, but immensely present freshness and dynamism, also the tannin network seems a bit leaner than usual and of best quality. Very persistent and long aftertaste with crunchy berries on the final." Weinwisser
"Firm, a touch animalic aroma of ripe mixed berries and a hint of plums with fleshy notes, tart nutty hints, pepper and ethereal herbal tones. Taut, tart, ripe, quite dense fruit, present, fine, youthful tannin and some acid bite, persistent, slightly herbaceous, tobacco and peppery, clearly salt in the background, plenty of power but also freshness, not eternally deep but perfectly vinified, very good, firm, tart finish." Wein-Plus
"Bright ruby red. Spicy-animalic nose, then ripe Amarena cherry and plum, walnut, undergrowth, shoe polish. On the palate equally earthy tones, wide-meshed tannin, plus dark fruit." Falstaff
"Shiny, deep ruby red. In the nose still quite closed with just a hint of Moroccan leather. On the palate pure cherry fruit flavours with lots of ripe acidity. Fantastic, compact, gravelly tannins that are a real tour de force in this vintage. A hedonistic whole that you can already approach but will improve with time." Jancis Robinson
"A smoky entry leads to leather and tobacco nuances that repeat on the palate. The 2018 is packed with flavours of cherries and baking spices. It feels medium-bodied but is very rich and its powerful bite contributes positively to the pleasing mouthfeel. It will get even better with another year in bottle." Decanter
"This is a flavourful, complex Brunello with aromas of fresh and sour cherries, plums, bay leaves, rosemary and olives. Also cloves and liquorice. It is medium to full-bodied with firm, fine-grained tannins. Supple and well integrated, with a long and deliciously spicy finish." James Suckling
"The Il Poggione 2018 Brunello di Montalcino shows a dark and spicy character with more fruit weight and concentration than can be found in many of its competitors. This wine shows a dense focus padded with dark cherry, blackberry, roasted spice, mahogany smoked meat and ploughed earth. Despite the powerful flavours, this Sangiovese is actually quite lean and polished in texture. The tannins are soft and easily accessible. The estate's Riserva Vigna Paganelli was not made in 2018, so the fruit from this wine came here instead." Wine Advocate
"The dense structure sets the pace for this red wine, with aromas of cherry, raspberry, mint and tar that are appealing and expressive. Rosehip, orange peel and earth are evident in the long, expansive aftertaste. It is designed to last a long time." Wine Spectator
"The 2018 Brunello di Montalcino impresses from the first swirl of the glass, with a heady burst of exotic spices and crushed ash giving way to dried black cherries and grilled herbs. It combines the energy of the vintage with the dark, balsamic fruits of Montalcino's southern foothills, while zesty acidity maintains balance and minerals saturate towards the finish. The finish is long, savoury and structured, but its tannins are rounder than expected, giving it a classic feel but also leaving a delicious sensation that tempts the taster to reach for the glass again and again. The 2018 is certainly one of the top wines of the vintage, not to be missed." Vinous
"One of the first wineries to deal in Brunello, one of the founding members of the Consortium. A Brunello characterised by freshness, pomegranate on the nose, hints of citrus thyme and white pepper. The palate has juicy tannins with a fruity return." Luca Gardini
read more- Grape Variety: 100% Sangiovese
- Cultivation: conventional
- Expansion: 30 months large wooden barrel
- Filtration: no
- Alcohol content: 14,50 % vol
- Serving temperature: 18‑20 °C
- Storage potential: 2044+
- Closure: natural cork
- Total extract: 31,98 g/l
- Total acidity: 6,00 g/l
- Residual sugar: 0,40 g/l
- Sulfite: 79 mg/l
- pH value: 3,38
- Allergens
contains sulphites
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Brunello di Montalcino DOCG 2018
Selection of 100% Sangiovese grapes from the winery's vineyards located on the south-eastern and south-western slopes of the municipality of Montalcino at an altitude of 250 to 400 metres above sea level. The soils have an open sandy texture with clay and abundant Galestro skeleton. The wines are aged for at least 24 months in Liters French oak barrels and 15-25 hl Slavonian oak barrels. This is followed by ageing in the bottle. Talentis Brunello has an intense ruby red colour with garnet reflections, a broad bouquet on the nose, slightly spicy. In the mouth it is full, intense, soft and velvety with elegant and sweet tannins. Wonderful value. SUPERIORE.DE
"Medium red; spicy, also jammy notes; juicy, round fruit, good tannin, pleases." Merum
"Immensely fragrant, floral, as so often rather delicate with a rather red fruit expression. Compact and tightly woven on the palate with a firm tannin corset and a lot of finesse, hearty raspberries and wild berries, again fine herbal notes as well as mineral accents. This is again more for elegance drinkers who are looking for the classic. Wiry, almost athletic in the mouth, with supporting tannins that accompany the wine into the finesse-rich final." Weinwisser
"Clear, quite firm, a hint of animal nose of black and a little red berries with a little Mediterranean herbal spice, floral traces, long pepper, hints of juniper and a touch of tar. Tight, tangy, firmly knitted fruit, present, youthful, relatively fine tannins, noticeable acidity, persistent and quite powerful on the palate, but also with freshness and finesse, distinct salt, smoky traces, still undeveloped, some depth, a hint of cumin, hints of lovage, very good, tight, tangy and spicy finish with some coffee grounds and smoke." Wein-Plus
"Violet, camphor, dark-skinned fruit and French oak aromas form the nose. The full-bodied palate is more expressive, offering dried cherry, baking spice and licorice set against firm, fine-grained tannins. This is a serious Rosso that shows good mid-term aging potential." Wine Enthusiast
"Brightening medium dense ruby garnet. Shows delicate notes of cinnamon on the nose, then goji berries and crisp cherries. On the palate very precise, juicy cherry fruit, unfolds with hearty, gripping tannin, still seems a bit young, but has the best potential." Falstaff
"Brilliant ruby red. Intense fruity notes on the nose with hints of mint and caraway. On the palate, sour cherry and raspberry with minty oak notes. Slow but impressive aromatic build on the finish, complemented by fine, chewy tannins. Transparent." Jancis Robinson
"To bring the grapes to full ripeness, Riccardo Talenti carried out a generous green harvest before the ripening period and carried out a heavy defoliation in mid-August so that the wind and sun could keep the grapes dry and healthy. The result is evident in the glass: pristine, ripe fruit reminiscent of juicy cherries and strawberries, infused with cedar, juniper and nutmeg. A lively acidity and soft, multilayered tannins round off the package. There is an incredible lightness without lacking in delicious depth of flavour that Talenti seems to achieve in both warm and cool vintages." Decanter
"It has aromas of ripe and dried berry fruits, pralines, porcini mushrooms and chilli chocolate. Also some salted olives. I like the interplay of spicy and sweet fruits, with supple tannins, fresh acidity and a medium body that makes this Brunello very balanced and approachable." James Suckling
"The 2018 Brunello di Montalcino is dark and seductive with a blend of crushed plums, brown spices, shaved cedar and a hint of cocoa. Its textures are like pure silk verging on velvet, with a gentle blend of ripe cherries and currants underlined by salty minerals, while a burst of citrus fruit contrasts towards the finish. A web of fine tannin runs through the final, creating a gentle textural pull that balances balsamic herbs and a hint of mocha as blue and purple flowers slowly fade away. There's just so much going on here, and as I've followed the 2018 over the last few months, it seems to gain depth and richness every time I taste it. Well done." Vinous
"The Talenti 2018 Brunello di Montalcino is fine and elegant with fragrant notes of dried fruits, blue flowers, earth and balsamic herbs. The balance of the wine is lovely and you will appreciate the fine tannin structure and lean to medium-bodied texture. The fruit comes from eight hectares of vines on rocky Galestro soils." Wine Advocate
"A project born of Pierluigi's audacity, Riccardo is now a fixture in Montalcino. Great finesse in this 2018: red plum, hints of chinotto and rhubarb. Iodine-rich tannins on the palate, with a fruity, citrusy finish." Luca Gardini
read more- Grape Variety: 100% Sangiovese
- Cultivation: conventional
- Expansion: 24 months slav. oak barrel
- Filtration: yes
- Alcohol content: 14,50 % vol
- Serving temperature: 18‑20 °C
- Storage potential: 2042+
- Closure: natural cork
- Total extract: 30,55 g/l
- Total acidity: 5,90 g/l
- Residual sugar: 1,08 g/l
- Sulfite: 63 mg/l
- pH value: 3,49
- Allergens
contains sulphites
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“Castello Fonterutoli” Chianti Classico Gran Selezione DOCG 2020
Historically, the vineyards of Castello di Fonterutoli are located in the areas of three neighbouring municipalities of Chianti Classico: Castellina in Chianti, Castelnuovo Berardenga and Radda in Chianti. With the 2017 vintage, the Mazzei family has for the first time vinified all three large vineyards separately as Chianti Classico Gran Selezione to reflect the diversity of the terroir: Castello di Fonterutoli, Vicoregio 36 and Badiola.
Castello di Fonterutoli comes from 11 different plots at an altitude of 420-510 m around the hamlet of Fonterutoli in Castellina in Chianti. It is quasi the "château" and at the same time the oldest cru of the winery and was first produced in 1995 as the predecessor of today's Gran Selezione. Rich colour and a clear scent of blackberries, cherries, violets and flowers, plus some nougat. This full-bodied Castello Fonterutoli impresses with its beguiling extract sweetness and polished tannin. The intense and concentrated taste enchants the senses. The long final is full of elegance. SUPERIORE.DE
"Seems velvety and seductive in style, also finely woven and with polished tannin, joined by sweet fruit and a warming and substantial mouthfeel." Weinwisser
"The 2020 Chianti Classico Gran Selezione Castello Fonterutoli is a powerful, earthy wine. Black cherry, grilled herbs, menthol, liquorice, tobacco and dried herbs form the backbone of this powerful, earthy wine. With time in the glass, this wine opens up beautifully. Pretty floral accents and white pepper lift the finish." Vinous
"Wonderful bouquet of black cherries, herbs and violets, also pepper; exceedingly elegant in the mouth with fine polish and tightly woven tannins, finishes long on raspberry and violet notes, undergrowth and liquorice." Vinum
"The Mazzei 2020 Chianti Classico Gran Selezione Castello Fonterutoli offers a rich texture, lots of dark fruit and an overall oaky approach. It finishes softly with cinnamon, baking spice and a sweet note of white chocolate." Wine Advocate
"Attractive aromas of red plums, dried cranberries, spiced citrus peel, red spices and bark. Medium to full-bodied, broad and structured with ripe and well-integrated tannins and juicy fruit. Exciting. Shows notes of rose petals with minerality of crushed rock. Long lasting and lively finish." James Suckling
"Another great Gran Selezione project for Castello di Fonterutoli. Visciola, hints of nettle and undergrowth, a nice iodine note on the finish, dense and compact mouthfeel, salty tannins, finishes with a fruity oily aftertaste. Persistent." Luca Gardini
read more- Grape Variety: 100% Sangiovese
- Cultivation: conventional
- Expansion: 18/4 months barrique/cement tank
- Filtration: yes
- Alcohol content: 14,00 % vol
- Serving temperature: 18‑20 °C
- Storage potential: 2038+
- Closure: natural cork
- Food recommendations
game dishes, braised meat, truffles, mature cheese - Total extract: 30,55 g/l
- Total acidity: 5,96 g/l
- Residual sugar: 0,97 g/l
- Sulfite: 86 mg/l
- pH value: 3,43
- Allergens
contains sulphites
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Brunello di Montalcino DOCG 2018
In the classic Brunello vintage, the 2018 edition is a fine example of the Ciacci style. Opulent, deep bouquet of small red berries, plus multi-layered hints of crushed flowers, tobacco and cherry pits. Very resonant and expressive on the palate, the fine tannins and a well-dosed acidity lead into a soft, very open finish. All in all, we are impressed by the beautiful harmony and balance, which is already a great pleasure to drink at a young age. SUPERIORE.DE
"Smells seductively of raspberries and flowers; compact texture, the tannins supple and of excellent quality, the acidity provides the vitality, the final promising and of great length, but should still mature." Vinum
"With a crisp, beguiling bouquet, red currants, cranberries and tobacco, behind it also delicately herbaceous-ethereal nuances such as eucalyptus and laurel. Very juicy and finesse-rich, full of crackling tension and yet so seductive, stylish and punchy. In the spicy final it scores with its subtle and refined nature." Weinwisser
"Bright ruby red with a sparkling core. In the nose fine fruit, of wild strawberries, blood oranges, rose hips, underlaid with a fine floral scent and liquorice. Radiant on the palate with a hearty, creamy fruit core, spreads beautifully across the tongue, spreads supreme drinking pleasure!" Falstaff
Dark and brooding, the 2018 Brunello di Montalcino takes its time to give off hints of mocha before opening with a blend of dried red fruits, cloves and rosemary. The wine is surprisingly pure and elegant as ripe red and black fruits pour over a core of vibrant acidity. The 2018 leaves a lingering tension on the palate as fine-grained tannins penetrate deeply and hints of tart wild berries and a touch of cocoa slowly fade." Vinous
"Dense and brooding, with aromas of plums, cherries, earth, menthol and tobacco. On the austere side today, with buried fruit and dominant tannins, but this has fine balance and extended length." Wine Spectator
"The 2018 Brunello di Montalcino produces beautiful results if you choose to drink it now, or if you cellar it a little longer. It offers immediate intensity and complexity with a red and purple berry fruit attack that follows tarry spices, campfire ash, liquorice and rusty nails. These savoy tones are balanced with the wine's elegant, medium-weight finish. And the tannins are seamlessly integrated. The winemaking team has done a good job in a difficult vintage." Wine Advocate
"Roasted herbs, walnuts, olives, dried cherries and balsamic on the nose with hints of leather and sage. It is full-bodied with firm, finely meshed tannins. Creamy and very well integrated, with depth and class. Try it after 2024." James Suckling
The "base" of the Ciacci Piccolomini house, another excellence of this winery. Great tension on the nose, red currant, nuances of laurel and eucalyptus. Juiciness and tension on the palate, iodine-rich tannins, fruity-balsamic finish." Luca Gardini
read more- Grape Variety: 100% Sangiovese
- Cultivation: close to nature
- Expansion: 24 months oak barrel
- Filtration: yes
- Alcohol content: 14,50 % vol
- Serving temperature: 18‑20 °C
- Storage potential: 2042+
- Closure: natural cork
- Total extract: 30,85 g/l
- Total acidity: 5,87 g/l
- Residual sugar: 1,35 g/l
- Sulfite: 89 mg/l
- pH value: 3,44
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contains sulphites
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Brunello di Montalcino DOCG 2019
Traditionally vinified, its intense ruby red colour, the fruity aroma with spicy and balsamic notes and its gentle start on the palate, which builds furiously, are impressive. The high-class tannin structure rests between the soft components, so that this Brunello from the dream year 2019 simultaneously demonstrates elegance and strength without appearing too modern. SUPERIORE.DE
"Fragrant, very precisely framed bouquet with red berries, mineral notes and violets, hibiscus, with fine mineral hints behind it. Quite lean and powerful in the mouth, very fine style, coherent in itself." Weinwisser
"The 2019 is forward and rich in flavours. Sun-soaked oily herbs and grilled Mediterranean shrubs are reminiscent of late summer in Tuscany. Mint and rosemary are repeated on the full-bodied, powerful palate. The tannins are mostly ripe, but a slight astringency provides a pleasant aftertaste. More rustic than elegant, but it will certainly have its fans." Decanter
"Aromas of balsamic herbs and dark chocolate give way to dried black cherries and pine shavings as the 2019 Brunello di Montalcino draws the taster to the glass. This is a supple and racy wine with a cool acidity and dark red fruits that flow over a silky textural wave. The finish is savoury and long, but also remarkably fresh, with edgy tannins that linger as the notes of salted liquorice slowly fade. The wine's balance is stunning, but don't be fooled by the 2019's openness; this is a wine for the cellar." Vinous
"A firm and silky Brunello with berry, cherry, cedar and meat flavours. It's medium-bodied and fairly dense, but shows some polish. Better after 2026." James Suckling
"The Fanti 2019 Brunello di Montalcino offers dark fruit and an articulate bouquet with elements of ripeness and balsamic herbs, unfolding its aromas in hints of liquorice, dark plums, smoked tobacco and sweet floral earth. On the palate, Brunello di Montalcino reveals much of its intensity with an abundance of ripe fruit that gently fades in the mid-palate. The tannins are gently integrated." Wine Advocate
"Red mulberries on the nose, hints of star anise, wild rosemary and chinotto. Salty tannins on the palate, hints of small fruits and spicy notes." Luca Gardini
read more- Grape Variety: 100% Sangiovese
- Cultivation: conventional
- Expansion: 28 months 50/50 barrique/large oak barrel
- Filtration: yes
- Alcohol content: 14,50 % vol
- Serving temperature: 18‑20 °C
- Storage potential: 2038+
- Closure: natural cork
- Total extract: 29,90 g/l
- Total acidity: 5,48 g/l
- Residual sugar: 1,87 g/l
- Sulfite: 79 mg/l
- pH value: 3,35
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contains sulphites
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“Levigne” Chianti Classico Riserva DOCG 2019 (BIO)
The grapes for Istine's cult Riserva come exclusively from the estate's own vineyards Istine (Radda), Casanova dell'Aia (Radda) and Cavarchione (Gaiole). Only 4,000 bottles of this breathtaking wine, which matures for 12 months in large Slavonian oak barrels, are bottled each year.
Rich, bright ruby red with a sparkling centre. The bouquet is complex with aristocratic restraint. Compact and freshly fruity nose of rich cherries and ripe raspberries, with amarena cherries and notes of tobacco in the background. Medium-bodied on the palate, but with infinite, captivating depth that awaits discovery. Spreads out beautifully in the body, appears downright juicy and fruit-emphasised and continues to open up towards its terrific finalwith crunchy cherries and a refined saline vein. Purists will love its linear and unmistakable Sangiovese character. SUPERIORE.DE
"A vertical and lively wine that offers everything from fresh fruit with mineral flavour, power and fine acidity to elegance and a round finish." Weinwisser
"Austere, this red features tar, iron and wild herb notes swirling around a core of black cherry and blackberry fruit. Linear in profile, with bracing acidity and firm yet refined tannins." Wine Spectator
"The Chianti Classico Riserva Levigne 2019 is a powerful, dense wine. As always, the Riserva is the most concentrated and strongest of the Chianti Classicos. It is certainly a great Riserva." Vinous
"From the vineyards of Istine and Casanova dell'Aia, a selection of the best Sangiovese grapes for the Fronti family's flagship product. Notes of cranberry on the nose, then nutmeg and hints of pepper leaf. On the palate, savoury, salty tannins, fruity and noble notes and beautiful length on the palate." Luca Gardini
read more- Grape Variety: 100% Sangiovese
- Cultivation: biological
- Expansion: 12/12 months 20hl/30hl oak barrel
- Eco-Control-No.: IT‑BIO‑014
- Filtration: no
- Alcohol content: 14,00 % vol
- Serving temperature: 18‑20 °C
- Storage potential: 2036+
- Closure: natural cork
- Total extract: 30,20 g/l
- Total acidity: 6,00 g/l
- Residual sugar: < 0,50 g/l
- Sulfite: 84 mg/l
- pH value: 3,33
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contains sulphites
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“Rio delle Rose” Chardonnay Colli Orientali del Friuli DOC 2019
Antonio Bragato, born in Germany but with an absolute Friulian identity, joined forces 20 years ago with Gianni Maccari, who was cellar master at Livio Felluga for many years and founded his own winery Ronco della Rocca at the beginning of the millennium. Maccari, who has a degree in agronomy and Oenologist, is considered one of the best-trained viticultural experts in Friuli. The profound knowledge of his own 12 hectares of vineyards as well as the leased plots and the radical precision in the execution of every operation characterise the clear style and the reliable quality of the wines that Antonio Bragato creates there together with him.
From the 2019 vintage, Antonio Bragato's wine experiment enters a new era. Since then, the team has relied on an even more rigorous selection of the oldest vines from the coolest and best sites. The results of the "New Edition" can truly be seen and tasted. They are even more radical in complexity and finesse. We are pleased to be able to offer our customers the smallest editions of these wines, which confirm the many years of work and experience of the two quality fanatics!
The vines from which the Chardonnay grapes for Rio delle Rose come are over 80 years old. Fine, exotic and noticeably mineral bouquet of pome fruit, apple, citrus peel, white flowers, some flint and a hint of banana and pineapple. On the palate driven forward, with nice pressure and juicy draw, then as it progresses this fine minerality again and in the long, complex finish a very delicate, never-ending melt. Very balanced and big - with its subtle restraint and great personality, Rio delle Rose is for us one of the best Chardonnays from Friuli! SUPERIORE.DE
"Dense nose with ripe pome fruit, light flowers, herbal spice and fresh herbs, pink grapefruit, lime zest, fine wood, plus ethereal notes. Powerful in the mouth, yet very balanced thanks to the juicy train, shows itself stoffig with a lot of inner density, remains sharply contoured, enormously juicy, wonderfully dry, very classic without exuberant melting. Rather compact with a cool style." Weinwisser
"Fragrant on the nose, juicy pears, red apple, honeydew melon, lemon zest, hazelnut, meadow herbs. On the palate juicy fruit, spice, fine tannin, creamy core with lively acidity. Pleasantly salty finish, nice length." Falstaff
"An impressively concentrated Chardonnay with excellent structure and lively acidity that makes it seem lighter than it actually is. Wonderful peach fruit and delicate vanilla oak combine with fine tannins in exemplary fashion on the long, crisp and saline finish." James Suckling
read more- Grape Variety: 100% Chardonnay
- Cultivation: close to nature
- Expansion: 14 months in barrique, 20% new, further 7 months on the fine yeast
- Filtration: yes
- Alcohol content: 13,50 % vol
- Serving temperature: 10‑12 °C
- Storage potential: 2030+
- Closure: Diam
- Total extract: 22,50 g/l
- Total acidity: 5,90 g/l
- Residual sugar: 2,70 g/l
- Sulfite: 47 mg/l
- pH value: 3,25
- Allergens
contains sulphites
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The WEINWISSER was founded in 1992 by Swiss wine pundit René Gabriel and food critic Wolfram Meister as the Swiss counterpart to Parker's Wine Advocate. Like the Wine-Advocate, the "independent newsletter for everyone who wants to know more about wine" consisted only of individual A4 sheets stapled together. Since the well-known wine critic Giuseppe Lauria (formerly part of the chief taster team at Gault Millau) took over as editor-in-chief, the layout has been significantly modernised, while Lauria has also advanced the magazine's profile in terms of content and sharpened it to focus on fine wines from all over the world with well-founded and comprehensible assessments.
WEINWISSER is one of the leading German-language wine and tasting magazines for wine professionals and ambitious wine lovers. For more than 25 years, WEINWISSER has stood for independent and competent wine criticism. WEINWISSER's team of 12 expert authors, led by editor-in-chief and wine critic Giuseppe Lauria, systematically tastes, describes and evaluates more than 4,000 high-quality top wines from all over the world every year, providing a unique purchasing and orientation aid for wine professionals, passionate and discerning wine lovers.
WEINWISSER informs about current wine trends, presents the best and most exciting wines and wineries of the world as well as interesting newcomers and wine personalities. New sections you will find in this magazine are: "Wine Personality of the Month", "Wine of the Month" as well as "Pearls of the Month", in which international top decision-makers, top wines and top sparkling wines are regularly portrayed exclusively and in detail.
Since 2008, WEINWISSER has belonged to the German publishing house Konradin Selection. Since then, well-known German-speaking wine journalists have been alternately evaluating international top wines and providing well-founded tasting notes. The WEINWISSER rates wines according to the 20-point system. SUPERIORE.DE