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Ripe fruit aromas on the nose with dried plum, cherry and blueberry, hints of liquorice and spicy notes in the background. Juicy and medium-bodied on the palate, with soft acidity and bright berry fruit and well-proportioned sour cherry. Fine-grained tannin, medium-long finish, a wonderful food companion. SUPERIORE.DE

"Notes of spiced red and dark berries with sweet orange peel and bark. Medium-bodied, polished and sleek with dusty tannin structure. Flavorful and fruity." James Suckling

Wonderfully fragrant, fruity and floral bouquet. The flavour is reminiscent of plums and cherries with a fine vanilla-spicy component and clear, very pleasant acidity and polished tannins. Clear fruit flavours, enormous velvety texture and a long finish emphasise the harmony of this Nobile Riserva. SUPERIORE.DE

"Bright ruby red colour. Deep on the nose, with notes of red peach, peppermint, ripe tomatoes, plus some candle wax and undergrowth. Beautifully juicy on the palate with a balsamic fruit core, compact, slightly rough tannins and a savoury finish with minimal dryness." Falstaff

"Piquant walnut notes with a balsamic hint of vanilla and dark cherry fruit. This wine is flavourful and creamy with juicy berries and firm, chewy tannins. Lots of oak spice and savouriness on the lingering, long finish." James Suckling

Enzo Barbi produces just 3,500 bottles of this flavoursome Sauvignon Bianco every year. It rises from the glass with a lovely freshness, while a delicate wave of lemongrass, chalk dust and sweet custard fills the senses. On the palate, it flows with silky texture and ripe, citrus-kissed orchard fruits accompanied by lively acidity. A hint of mint leaves and green peas lingers on the classically dry finish, while L'Inquisitore ends remarkably tangy and with a slight mineral bite. This extremely pretty Sauvignon Bianco from Umbria appears rather light-footed at first impression, but leaves a great impression. SUPERIORE.DE

"Bright straw yellow with green reflections. Redcurrant, some kiwi and fresh herbs on the nose, reminiscent of basil and nettle. Stony on the palate, animating and mouthwatering, vibrant acidity, lots of herbal flavour on the final." Falstaff

"This is an aromatic white with herbal and earthy elements, exuding notes of pear skins, pomelos, guavas and chopped herbs. It’s full-bodied and fleshy with plenty of bite and fresh acidity to balance." James Suckling

The Villa di Chiesa from Vermentino and Chardonnay is very distinctive. It is aged for about eight months in barriques. Smelling of ripe fruit and a delicate vanilla note, the taste is characterised by power and elegance, velvety, spicy and long-lasting. SUPERIORE.DE

The deep garnet-red Recioto della Valpolicella releases a concentrated, sweet aroma of ripe fruit, caramel and chocolate. Its taste is dense, powerful and determined until the harmonious finish. SUPERIORE.DE

Concentrated and superbly structured, Gravello demonstrates true greatness with its complexity. Ripe red fruits and spicy notes on the nose, combined with balsamic tones. Dense, full of substance and tannin on the palate with an extremely elegant, long final. SUPERIORE.DE

"Rich ruby red with a slightly brightening rim. In the nose of ripe forest fruits and strawberries, in the background some spice and rhubarb. Supple and elegant on the palate, with clear red fruit, pressure on the final, a classic." Falstaff

Over 150 years ago, Conte Vistarino was the first Italian winemaker to produce sparkling wines using the classic Champagne method (bottle fermentation on the lees).

Straw yellow with bright reflections. Fine and persistent perlage and soft foam. Elegant and rich on the nose, with a very delicate floral freshness. Stone fruit, grapefruit and balsamic notes with hints of bread crust. Citrus fruits on the palate, an interesting yeasty note and a good structure with plenty of juice, freshness and minerality. SUPERIORE.DE

Palazzotto is the name of the two hectares of vineyard where only Cabernet Sauvignon is grown. Fausto Maculan vinifies a fine wine from these grapes. A pronounced, very multi-faceted bouquet of dark ripe fruit, cassis and nuances of fine spices and violets. The fruity flavour is full-bodied and soft, with a long finish. SUPERIORE.DE

"The Maculan 2018 Breganze Cabernet Sauvignon Palazzotto makes a bold statement thanks to inky dark fruit, thick ripeness and dense extraction with black fruit flavors framed by lots of sweet oak. This full-framed red has an almost exotic quality with teriyaki or barbecue spice." Wine Advocate

"The 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon Palazzotto is spicy in the glass: cedar and ground ginger give way to dusty roses and redcurrants. It is elegant yet refined, with creamy textures lifted by vibrant acidity, while a wave of mineral-tinged wild berry flavours lightly wash over the palate. The 2018 leaves a tart note of citrus and raspberry and subtle, grippy tannins that frame the wine without slowing its momentum. Although it is already showing very well now, this wonderfully balanced version of Palazzotto should improve even more with medium-term cellaring." Vinous

"Ripe dark fruit with notes of walnuts, cedar wood and spices. Some leafy flavour. Medium to full-bodied with lots of firm, creamy tannins and a deep core of ripe and crunchy dark fruit. Velvety and long-lasting, with a firm, spicy finish." James Suckling

The enterprising British merchant Benjamin, known as "Bip", founded a company after arriving in Sicily in 1806, which was instrumental in the rise of Marsala in the world. The fermentation of this fine Marsala is interrupted by the enrichment with brandy matured for at least 5 years in oak barrels. Intense golden yellow with amber reflections. Ethereal bouquet with notes of melon and honey. In the multi-layered taste, we find notes of dried apricots and stewed pears in addition to an appealing sweetness. SUPERIORE.DE

"There's plenty of dried-fig and papaya character in this luscious but balanced Marsala. Long, creamy finish with plenty of grapefruity freshness that leaves the palate cleaner than many fortified wines do." James Suckling

"Absolute elegance for certain hours: Fullness and juiciness, the colour alone inspires the imagination." Michael Graf Goëss-Enzenberg, Weingut Manincor

Pinot Gris with an intense straw-yellow colour with golden-copper reflections, which can be traced back to the historic Ramato process: Here, the mash remains in contact with the skins for approx. 10 hours. Broad, fruity bouquet with sweet notes of blackberry, pear and ripe apricot, delicate hints of almond blossom. Harmonious, dry and full-bodied on the palate. Medium-long, slightly mineral finish. SUPERIORE.DE

"The 2020 Pinot Grigio Colbaje combines enriching notes of raw almond and brioche with crushed yellow apples and exotic spice. It’s silky-smooth with lush orchard fruits contrasted by a building minerality toward the close. This lingers long yet comes across as delicate and refined, leaving young peach and a hint of butterscotch. I’m typically not a fan of the richer styles of Pinot Grigio, but the Colbaje does a fantastic job of maintaining a wonderfully energetic persona." Vinous

"Lots of white pepper, smoke, cooked peach and orange on the nose and palate. Medium-bodied with a round, creamy texture and lots of flavour on the finish." James Suckling

Light straw yellow with green nuances. Warm notes of cloves and fennel, fine lychee notes. Finely marked on the palate, good play between fullness and delicacy, shows a lot of spice there as well, nice final. SUPERIORE.DE

"A fruity white wine with a beautiful nose of peaches, melon, lemongrass and honeysuckle. Ripe and creamy, with a full body and sweet, juicy tropical fruit." James Suckling

"Bright golden yellow. In the nose aromas of tropical fruit, lychee, pineapple, nutmeg and roses. On the palate, powerful, aromatic, lively, slightly warming and with a persistent finish." Falstaff

Fresh, bright ruby colour. The Syrah impresses with its intense and ripe bouquet with hints of figs, redcurrants, preserved cherries, blueberries, spices and vanilla. Velvety, elegant tannins accompany the opulent and lively structure through to the lingering final. SUPERIORE.DE

Deep ruby red with garnet-coloured reflections. Dense and intense aroma of red fruits with notes of leather, earth, spices and minerals, with a hint of vanilla and sandalwood. Full-bodied on the palate, well-defined tannins supported by a dense structure, leading to a long-lasting and very smooth final. A Bordeaux blend in a class of its own! SUPERIORE.DE

"The 2018 Burdese is a straightforward expression of Cabernet Sauvignon (70%) and Cabernet Franc (30%) that doesn't impose. The wine is soft on the palate with medium-bodied layers of ripe cherry, plum, soft earth and leather. The tannins are immediate and soft." Wine Advocate

"This Bordeaux blend shows berries, fresh herbs such as parsley and a hint of vanilla. It has a medium to full body with medium round tannins and a juicy finish. Very enjoyable now, but it will be much better in two or three years." James Suckling

"Dusty dried flowers, crushed rock, graphite and red plums form a dark, seductive bouquet when the 2018 Burdese reveals itself in the glass. The palate is lapped by soft textures contrasted by a core of tart wild berries. Mineral tones slowly saturate. A web of fine tannins lends it youthful composure, nicely balanced by a hint of sour citrus, while the 2018 tapers off for a long time and yet displays wonderful balance." Vinous

"The nose is dark and rich, yet also layered and subtle, with both heavy aromas of petrol and tar and juicier notes of blackberries, figs and dark chocolate. The figs and chocolate carry the palate, though wild herbs and bitter orange give buoyancy. Tannins are unyielding, while acid is more discreet but still perceptible." Wine Enthusiast

Delicately shimmering ruby red. In the nose ripe plums, red cherries, lemon peel, dried flowers and earth. Medium body with fine tannins and bright acidity. Darker fruits, spices and minerals come into play on the flavourful finish. Very floral and pretty on the nose with sliced strawberries and citrus. Medium body, very fine tannins and a fresh finish. SUPERIORE.DE

"A pretty and fruity pinot with dried red berries, burnt orange peel and spices on the nose. Medium-bodied, crunchy and fresh with polished tannins. Sleek and a little creamy at the end." James Suckling

Occhetti is a round, elegant and powerful Nebbiolo Cru from Prunotto. Intense crimson red with garnet reflections, a hint of raspberry and diverse other aromas on the nose, dense and harmonious on the palate. SUPERIORE.DE