Masciarelli

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

"Aromas of lemon peel, green apple, melon and chamomile translate to the light-bodied palate. It is silky upon entry, with persistent,  drawing acidity that builds. Ripe fruit flavors mix with a delicate astringency to give an overall well-balanced appeal." Wine Enthusiast

"Slightly muffled aromas of apples and pears. The palate has crisp, smoothly refined apple flavors and nice, honey texture." James Suckling

The Gianni Masciarelli line is meant to embody the typicality of the region and so this Rosato is strong and full-bodied, as one would expect from grape variety and terroir. Intense cherry pink. Delicate fruity-spicy scent, robust on the palate with a lot of structure. In the finish a fine minerality and berry fruit. SUPERIORE.DE

"Bright, bright cherry pink. Fine nose, delicate flowers and red berries. On the palate medium weight with delicate cream, uncomplicated, opens at the back to fruity nuances, good length." Falstaff

"A zippy and fruity Cerasuolo with strawberry essence, pink guava and tulips. Round and mouth-filling, but acidity traces a line through the center palate." James Suckling

"Bright orange pink. Herbs, orange peel and red berries on the inviting nose. Then very clean, juicy and long with fresh apple, red berry and peach flavors lingering nicely." Vinous

Classic Montepulciano d'Abruzzo, fresh and not too heavy. Small red berries and spices in the nose, harmonious and round in taste. Great value. SUPERIORE.DE

Pure Rosato from Montepulciano grapes: intense bright colour, fresh-fruity, floral scent. Smooth and full-bodied on the palate. SUPERIORE.DE

"Intense, bright cherry red. In the nose lots of red berries with a hint of citrus. In the mouth of medium weight, juicy and clear, stretches beautifully." Falstaff

"This is always an attractive rosé with fresh cherries, cherry blossom, citrus and rose petals. Very fresh and tangy, showing bright fruit and a flavorful finish." James Suckling

"Pale red, the color a Cerasuolo d’Abruzzo should always be. Saline herbs dominate the nose and mouth initially, then lusciously ripe but a very fresh red cherry presence emerges and makes its presence really felt. Similar to the 2018 Cerasuolo d’Abruzzo Gianni Masciarelli but fresher and more sleek, and offering gobs more fruit. Lovely, suave Cerasuolo d’Abruzzo; and even though Masciarelli is more famous for its red wines, the simple truth is that the outstanding Villa Gemma Cerasuolo is more often than not this estate’s best wine every year of late." Vinous

The white Cuvée Villa Gemma from predominantly Trebbiano smells pleasantly of peach, mint and flowers. Structured and graceful, with a mineral note, flattering and long the fresh taste flows. Excellent value! SUPERIORE.DE

"Luminous straw-yellow. Enticing aromas of ripe yellow fruit, marzipan and flowers. Bright, fresh and round in the mouth, offering lovely yellow apple, pear and a hint of almond paste on the palate. Finishes long with a zippy sweetness and bite. This is really quite good." Vinous

"Shows pretty guava peel, fresh herbs and citrus. Medium body, some delicious depth, bright acidity and a mineral finish." James Suckling

Castello di Semivicoli is a great Rosso from the Chieti area and Masciarellis first red wine cuvée. The vines in the vineyards of the province of L'Aquila were planted by Gianni Masciarelli in 2003.

Medium purple red. In the bouquet black berries and beautiful peppery notes with some tobacco, violet and vanilla. Powerful and silky on the palate, polished tannin and a wonderfully fruity finish. SUPERIORE.DE

"Brambleberries, dark cherries and fresh herbs all make for an enticing nose. Medium body, firm tannins and boisterous dark plums." James Suckling

Trebbiano Castello di Semivicoli, matured without the use of barrels, exudes an aromatic scent of ripe peach, mint and flowers, in which mineral notes also blend. Firm, rich, graceful and elegant on the palate. SUPERIORE.DE

"A white with a lovely creamy texture and ripe and delicious lemon-curd, cooked-apple and light cream character. Medium to full body." James Suckling

Dark ruby garnet, fine spicy bouquet, juicy cherry note and delicate caramel. Of elegant texture, with firm tannins and well structured. A round wine and an ideal accompaniment to a meal. SUPERIORE.DE

Marina Cvetics Trebbiano Riserva - dream and cult for lovers of full-bodied white wines. In bouquet and taste aromas of nougat, almond, honey, coconut and vanilla spread. The balsamic texture gently conquers the palate and ends in a long finish on crème caramel. SUPERIORE.DE

Villa Gemma Montepulciano, after 24 months of ageing in barriques, exudes the scent of blackcurrants and ripe plums, the strong taste is wonderfully spicy, soft and long. SUPERIORE.DE

"Another fantastic red with crushed blackberries and blueberries and hints of lavender and vanilla. Medium to full body and firm, silky tannins. Bright finish." James Suckling

"The maturity does good service to this elegant, integrated and stylish wine. Aromas of blackberry, blueberry jam and sweet spices. The palate is smooth with well-integrated oak and hints of vanilla and coconut. Very good length." Decanter

Villa Gemma Montepulciano, after 24 months of ageing in barriques, exudes the scent of blackcurrants and ripe plums, the strong taste is wonderfully spicy, soft and long. SUPERIORE.DE

"Dark and brooding red with blackberry, licorice and pumice aromas that follow through to a full body, dense fruit and a velvety and polished tannic finish. Some new wood too. Serious red in a fruit-forward way." James Suckling

Over the course of three decades, Gianni Masciarelli has created one of the leading wineries in Italy. He died far too early in the summer of 2008, his love was for the landscape, the people and the grape varieties of Abruzzo. For the wines he always chose Montepulciano d'Abruzzo and Trebbiano d'Abruzzo.

Today the winery is successfully continued by Giannis wife, Marina Cvetic and daughter Miriam. And they vinify with "La Botte di Gianni" his vision of Trebbiano and Montepulciano.

3 bottles of 0,75l | Trebbiano d'Abruzzo "La Botte di Gianni" Riserva DOC 2010

Of a rich straw yellow colour, clean, aromatic bouquet of ripe tropical fruit. On the palate very full-bodied, but beautifully clear, long finish. Finest Riserva quality. SUPERIORE.DE

"This shows the magic of whites from Abruzzo: bright and brilliant and intense with sliced limes, apples and minerals. Its full-bodied and wonderful acidity gives this wine tension and brightness. Named after the late Gianni Masciarelli, founder of the winery, only 892 bottles were produced of these. Think grand cru Chablis." James Suckling

3 bottles of 0,75l | Montepulciano d'Abruzzo "La Botte di Gianni" Riserva DOC 2010

Deep dark ruby sparkling, aromas of blackberry, elderberry, leather and some cinnamon. Dense tannin on the palate, much depth, tightly structured, elegant enamel, long. Finest Riserva quality. SUPERIORE.DE

"With only 869 bottles produced, the 2010 Montepulciano d'Abruzzo La Botte di Gianni is dedicated to the winery's visionary founder. Gianni Masciarelli died of a sudden heart attack in 2008. This beautiful rendition speaks directly to the personality of the man. This is a strong, stubborn, energetic and complex red wine with thick layers of dark fruit, spice and cigar box. The wine shows a firm tannic background and an uncompromising style." Robert Parker