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Sangiovese Terra degli Osci IGT 2021
Outstanding, pure Sangiovese at a top price: ruby red, strong, very typical bouquet of dark berries, tobacco and leather, well-structured on the palate with cherry and plum notes, excellent length and an elegant, fine fruity finish. It has so much purity and energy. SUPERIORE.DE
"A rich sangiovese with ripe plums, cherries, blueberries and vanilla on the nose. Chalky and powdery on the palate with a full body and sweetly-spiced finish." James Suckling
read more- Grape Variety: 100% Sangiovese
- Cultivation: close to nature
- Expansion: stainless steel
- Filtration: yes
- Alcohol content: 13,50 % vol
- Serving temperature: 16‑18 °C
- Storage potential: 2028
- Closure: Nomacorc
- Allergens
contains sulphites
stored air-conditioned14012221 · 0,75 l · 11,87 €/l · Price (DE) incl. VAT, excl. Shippingavailable immediately
“Rami” Falanghina del Molise DOC 2023
Rami' is made from mostly Falanghina and some Fiano, which grow in the Ramitello vineyard. Straw yellow with a fresh scent of apricot and peach. Soft and wide on the palate, good acidity and nutty finish. SUPERIORE.DE
read more- Grape Varieties: 90% Falanghina, 10% Greco
- Cultivation: close to nature
- Expansion: stainless steel
- Vegan: yes
- Filtration: yes
- Alcohol content: 13,50 % vol
- Serving temperature: 10‑12 °C
- Storage potential: 2027
- Closure: Nomacorc
- Food recommendations
antipasti - Total extract: 23,15 g/l
- Total acidity: 6,04 g/l
- Residual sugar: 2,25 g/l
- Sulfite: 102 mg/l
- pH value: 3,35
- Allergens
contains sulphites
stored air-conditioned14010623 · 0,75 l · 11,87 €/l · Price (DE) incl. VAT, excl. Shippingavailable immediately
Falanghina del Molise DOC 2023 (BIO)
Falanghina from the Molise DOC - even the Samnites not only appreciated this wine, they considered it to be one of the best. Golden yellow in colour, with a pleasantly fresh bouquet in which a hint of broom mingles with the exotic fruit aroma. Rich, full flavour reminiscent of pomegranate, yet always fresh and well-structured. SUPERIORE.DE
"A fresh and tangy falanghina that has lemon rind, grapefruit and chamomile aromas. It’s medium-bodied, bright and juicy. From organically grown grapes." James Suckling
read more- Grape Variety: 100% Falanghina
- Cultivation: biological
- Expansion: stainless steel
- Vegan: yes
- Filtration: yes
- Alcohol content: 13,50 % vol
- Serving temperature: 10‑12 °C
- Storage potential: 2027
- Closure: Nomacorc
- Food recommendations
mediterranean starters - Total extract: 23,20 g/l
- Total acidity: 6,30 g/l
- Residual sugar: 2,30 g/l
- Sulfite: 116 mg/l
- pH value: 3,15
- Eco-Control-No.: IT‑BIO‑006
- Allergens
contains sulphites
stored air-conditioned14010723 · 0,75 l · 13,20 €/l · Price (DE) incl. VAT, excl. Shippingavailable immediately
Greco Molise DOC 2023 (BIO)
According to Aristotle, the ancient clones of the Greco vine come from Tessaglia. The most famous among them is the "Aminea Gemina Maior", from which this wine is made. Lively brilliant straw yellow and a wide, intensely fruity bouquet. Versatile fruit aromas in the harmonious taste. SUPERIORE.DE
read more- Grape Variety: 100% Greco
- Cultivation: biological
- Expansion: stainless steel
- Vegan: yes
- Filtration: yes
- Alcohol content: 13,50 % vol
- Serving temperature: 10‑12 °C
- Storage potential: 2027
- Closure: Nomacorc
- Food recommendations
fish and cheese - Total extract: 22,65 g/l
- Total acidity: 5,84 g/l
- Residual sugar: 2,14 g/l
- Sulfite: 92 mg/l
- pH value: 3,22
- Eco-Control-No.: IT‑BIO‑006
- Allergens
contains sulphites
stored air-conditioned14010423 · 0,75 l · 13,20 €/l · Price (DE) incl. VAT, excl. Shippingavailable immediately
Aglianico del Molise DOC 2020 (BIO)
This pure Aglianico is a dense ruby-violet colour. Fascinatingly perfumed aroma of blackcurrants and blackberries, with notes of liquorice, smoke and earth. Beautifully pure, rich and with spicy accents on the palate. SUPERIORE.DE
read more- Grape Variety: 100% Aglianico
- Cultivation: biological
- Expansion: 18 months large wooden barrel
- Vegan: yes
- Filtration: yes
- Alcohol content: 14,00 % vol
- Serving temperature: 16‑18 °C
- Storage potential: 2028
- Closure: natural cork
- Total extract: 32,56 g/l
- Total acidity: 5,55 g/l
- Residual sugar: 2,42 g/l
- Sulfite: 81 mg/l
- pH value: 3,36
- Eco-Control-No.: IT‑BIO‑006
- Allergens
contains sulphites
stored air-conditioned14013220 · 0,75 l · 14,53 €/l · Price (DE) incl. VAT, excl. Shippingavailable immediately
“Contado” Aglianico Riserva Molise DOC 2019
Concentrated ruby red with garnet-coloured reflections. The wood contributes very slight hints of roasted coffee to the predominantly black cherry and berry aroma. Full and very intense flavour of dark berries, very slight hints of violets and plums, the compact tannins are supported by balsamic notes, with fine liquorice tones in the finish. The harmony that this powerful and already delicious Aglianico hints at today will only fully come into its own after a few years of ageing in the bottle. SUPERIORE.DE
"This has aromas of black currants, black cherries, dried herbs, tobacco and bitter chocolate. Firm and toasty on the palate, with a full body and chewy tannins. Ambitious but balanced." James Suckling
read more- Grape Variety: 100% Aglianico
- Cultivation: close to nature
- Expansion: 18 months large wooden barrel and stainless steel tank
- Vegan: yes
- Filtration: yes
- Alcohol content: 14,50 % vol
- Serving temperature: 16‑18 °C
- Storage potential: 2030
- Closure: natural cork
- Total extract: 35,65 g/l
- Total acidity: 5,69 g/l
- Residual sugar: 2,87 g/l
- Sulfite: 97 mg/l
- pH value: 3,48
- Allergens
contains sulphites
stored air-conditioned14012319 · 0,75 l · 15,87 €/l · Price (DE) incl. VAT, excl. Shippingavailable immediately
“Ramitello” Rosso Biferno DOC 2020
Ramitello impresses with an immense aroma of intense red fruit flavours and delicate balsamic notes. The taste is warm and full, with rich fruit tones spiced with a hint of tobacco, coffee and liquorice. SUPERIORE.DE
"A focused, savory red that has aromas and flavors of mulberry, bay leaf, sage and black bean. It’s full-bodied, dark-fruited and balanced with medium-firm tannins." James Suckling
read more- Grape Varieties: 85% Montepulciano, 15% Aglianico
- Cultivation: close to nature
- Expansion: 18 months large wooden barrel
- Filtration: yes
- Alcohol content: 14,00 % vol
- Serving temperature: 16‑18 °C
- Storage potential: 2029+
- Closure: natural cork
- Total extract: 32,45 g/l
- Total acidity: 5,05 g/l
- Residual sugar: 1,14 g/l
- Sulfite: 91 mg/l
- pH value: 3,47
- Allergens
contains sulphites
stored air-conditioned14012520 · 0,75 l · 15,87 €/l · Price (DE) incl. VAT, excl. Shippingavailable immediately
“Apianae” Moscato Passito del Molise DOC 2016 dolce
This Moscato from Molise is exceptional and rich in aromas. Delightful bouquet of figs, apricots and candied citrus fruits, finely creamy on the palate, with well-dosed sweetness and a touch of tingling acidity. Long and dense on the finish, leaving a mouth-flattering but lively mouthfeel. SUPERIORE.DE
read more- Grape Variety: 100% Moscato
- Cultivation: close to nature
- Expansion: 12 months steel tub
- Vegan: yes
- Filtration: yes
- Alcohol content: 14,50 % vol
- Serving temperature: 10‑12 °C
- Storage potential: 2028+
- Closure: natural cork
- Total extract: 134,70 g/l
- Total acidity: 5,40 g/l
- Residual sugar: 101,20 g/l
- Sulfite: 145 mg/l
- pH value: 3,51
- Allergens
contains sulphites
stored air-conditioned14010316 · 0,5 l · 27,80 €/l · Price (DE) incl. VAT, excl. Shippingavailable immediately
“Tintilia” Molise (Riserva) DOC 2020
Rich Riserva made from Tintilia grapes, an ancient vine from Molise. Full, soft and velvety, the perfect harmony of bouquet and flavour is impressive. SUPERIORE.DE
"Spicy and hot on the nose, with chili pepper and cherry tomato before bright sour cherry and candied red-apple aromas come out. More red apple and red pepper heat on the palate, with the sanguine flinty quality of dusty bricks and iron-rich soil emphasized by vibrant acid." Wine Enthusiast
"Aromas of eucalyptus, figs and wild cherries. Medium-bodied with firm tannins. Interesting mineral character on the palate with walnut and blackberry coming through." James Suckling
"Autumnal spices, black licorice and sage form an inviting bouquet as the 2020 Tintilia blossoms in the glass. Silky and enveloping, this impresses further with cooling mineral tones and juicy acidity. Tart wild berry fruits slowly saturate the palate. A coating of fine tannins gradually fades as the 2020 finishes energetic, leaving the mouth watering for another sip." Vinous
read more- Grape Variety: 100% Tintilia
- Cultivation: close to nature
- Expansion: 18 months large wooden barrel
- Filtration: no
- Alcohol content: 14,00 % vol
- Serving temperature: 18‑20 °C
- Storage potential: 2031+
- Closure: natural cork
- Total extract: 30,75 g/l
- Total acidity: 5,37 g/l
- Residual sugar: 1,93 g/l
- Sulfite: 97 mg/l
- pH value: 3,61
- Allergens
contains sulphites
stored air-conditioned14013120 · 0,75 l · 26,00 €/l · Price (DE) incl. VAT, excl. Shippingavailable immediately
Falanghina Metodo Classico Millesimato Molise DOC 2020 brut (BIO)
Rare Metodo Classico made from 100% Falanghina grapes. No sugar is added with the dosage during the final disgorgement. Lively straw yellow. Fresh and persistent bouquet of bergamot, lime, green apple and fine flowers. In addition mineral notes, which later change into hints of bread crust, yeast and lemon cream. Fresh, lively, harmonious and balanced on the palate. The velvety, long finish is clean and elegant. SUPERIORE.DE
read more- Grape Variety: 100% Falanghina
- Cultivation: biological
- Expansion: 24 months on the yeast
- Filtration: yes
- Alcohol content: 12,50 % vol
- Serving temperature: 8‑10 °C
- Storage potential: 2026+
- Closure: natural corks
- Food recommendations
fish carpaccio, seafood - Total extract: 22,15 g/l
- Total acidity: 6,05 g/l
- Residual sugar: 2,50 g/l
- Sulfite: 82 mg/l
- pH value: 3,36
- Eco-Control-No.: IT‑BIO‑006
- Allergens
contains sulphites
stored air-conditioned14010820 · 0,75 l · 36,00 €/l · Price (DE) incl. VAT, excl. Shippingavailable immediately
“Don Luigi” Riserva Molise DOC 2019 (BIO)
Don Luigi Riserva opens with a dark, seductive blend of musky blackcurrants, sweet sage and crushed ash stones. It is full-bodied and almost creamy in flavour. The palate is lapped up by deep, ripe dark fruit and exotic spices. In between, a lively acidity with lingering notes of red plums and cedar wood. Beneath the surface is a hint of grippy tannin. The balance of this wine is breathtaking and further bottle ageing will improve it even further. SUPERIORE.DE
"A bold red with aromas of black cherries, plums, dried mint and hazelnuts. It’s ripe and full-bodied with firm yet creamy tannins. Opulent yet balanced." James Suckling
read more- Grape Variety: 100% Montepulciano
- Cultivation: biological
- Expansion: 12 months barrique and stainless steel tank
- Filtration: yes
- Alcohol content: 15,50 % vol
- Serving temperature: 18‑20 °C
- Storage potential: 2033+
- Closure: natural cork
- Food recommendations
stuffed turkey - Total extract: 34,10 g/l
- Total acidity: 5,05 g/l
- Residual sugar: 2,00 g/l
- Sulfite: 95 mg/l
- pH value: 3,60
- Eco-Control-No.: IT‑BIO‑006
- Allergens
contains sulphites
stored air-conditioned14012419 · 0,75 l · 36,00 €/l · Price (DE) incl. VAT, excl. Shippingavailable immediately
“Ramitello” Rosso Biferno DOC 2020 · MAGNUM
Ramitello impresses with an immense aroma of intense red fruit flavours and delicate balsamic notes. The taste is warm and full, with rich fruit tones spiced with a hint of tobacco, coffee and liquorice. SUPERIORE.DE
"A focused, savory red that has aromas and flavors of mulberry, bay leaf, sage and black bean. It’s full-bodied, dark-fruited and balanced with medium-firm tannins." James Suckling
read more- Grape Varieties: 85% Montepulciano, 15% Aglianico
- Cultivation: close to nature
- Expansion: 18 months large wooden barrel
- Filtration: yes
- Alcohol content: 14,00 % vol
- Serving temperature: 16‑18 °C
- Storage potential: 2031+
- Closure: natural cork
- Total extract: 32,45 g/l
- Total acidity: 5,05 g/l
- Residual sugar: 1,14 g/l
- Sulfite: 91 mg/l
- pH value: 3,47
- Allergens
contains sulphites
stored air-conditioned14013320 · 1,5 l · 23,33 €/l · Price (DE) incl. VAT, excl. Shipping< 24 units available
“Contado” Aglianico Riserva Molise DOC 2019 · MAGNUM
Concentrated ruby red with garnet-coloured reflections. The wood contributes very slight hints of roasted coffee to the predominantly black cherry and berry aroma. Full and very intense flavour of dark berries, very slight hints of violets and plums, the compact tannins are supported by balsamic notes, with fine liquorice tones in the finish. The harmony that this powerful and already delicious Aglianico hints at today will only fully come into its own after a few years of ageing in the bottle. SUPERIORE.DE
"This has aromas of black currants, black cherries, dried herbs, tobacco and bitter chocolate. Firm and toasty on the palate, with a full body and chewy tannins. Ambitious but balanced." James Suckling
read more- Grape Variety: 100% Aglianico
- Cultivation: close to nature
- Expansion: 18 months large wooden barrel and stainless steel tank
- Vegan: yes
- Filtration: yes
- Alcohol content: 14,50 % vol
- Serving temperature: 16‑18 °C
- Storage potential: 2032
- Closure: natural cork
- Total extract: 35,65 g/l
- Total acidity: 5,69 g/l
- Residual sugar: 2,87 g/l
- Sulfite: 97 mg/l
- pH value: 3,48
- Allergens
contains sulphites
stored air-conditioned14012619 · 1,5 l · 24,00 €/l · Price (DE) incl. VAT, excl. Shipping< 24 units available
“Sassius” Aglianico Riserva Molise DOC 2016 (BIO)
Dark, concentrated ruby red colour. Complex on the nose with an abundance of ripe red and black berry fruit aromas, including sour cherry, blackcurrant and elderberry, followed by notes of dried violets, sweet spices, liquorice, cocoa powder, mentholated tobacco and eucalyptus. Rich and multi-layered on the palate, powerful and soft with youthful but well-integrated tannins and excellent acidity. Only reveals its large reservoir of impressions after some aeration. Very long on the finish, great ageing potential. SUPERIORE.DE
"The deeply umami nose features aromas of balsamic, pepper, soil and iron, with an undertone of sun-dried tomato providing some levity. On the palate, a wave of tart fruit crashes over more leathery, meaty flavors, before a hot finish that's underscored by tightly wound tannins and acid." Wine Enthusiast
read more- Grape Variety: 100% Aglianico
- Cultivation: biological
- Expansion: 24 months large wooden barrel and barriques
- Vegan: yes
- Filtration: yes
- Alcohol content: 15,00 % vol
- Serving temperature: 16‑18 °C
- Storage potential: 2036+
- Closure: natural cork
- Food recommendations
game dishes, beef tagliata, roast pork with plums - Total extract: 40,00 g/l
- Total acidity: 6,60 g/l
- Residual sugar: 3,50 g/l
- Sulfite: 20 mg/l
- pH value: 3,56
- Eco-Control-No.: IT‑BIO‑006
- Allergens
contains sulphites
stored air-conditioned14013416 · 0,75 l · 60,00 €/l · Price (DE) incl. VAT, excl. Shipping< 24 units available
“Sassius” Aglianico Riserva Molise DOC 2016 (BIO) · 6 bottles in OWC
Dark, concentrated ruby red colour. Complex on the nose with an abundance of ripe red and black berry fruit aromas, including sour cherry, blackcurrant and elderberry, followed by notes of dried violets, sweet spices, liquorice, cocoa powder, mentholated tobacco and eucalyptus. Rich and multi-layered on the palate, powerful and soft with youthful but well-integrated tannins and excellent acidity. Only reveals its large reservoir of impressions after some aeration. Very long on the finish, great ageing potential. SUPERIORE.DE
"The deeply umami nose features aromas of balsamic, pepper, soil and iron, with an undertone of sun-dried tomato providing some levity. On the palate, a wave of tart fruit crashes over more leathery, meaty flavors, before a hot finish that's underscored by tightly wound tannins and acid." Wine Enthusiast
read more- Grape Variety: 100% Aglianico
- Cultivation: biological
- Expansion: 24 months large wooden barrel and barriques
- Vegan: yes
- Filtration: yes
- Alcohol content: 15,00 % vol
- Serving temperature: 16‑18 °C
- Storage potential: 2036+
- Closure: natural cork
- Food recommendations
game dishes, beef tagliata, roast pork with plums - Total extract: 40,00 g/l
- Total acidity: 6,60 g/l
- Residual sugar: 3,50 g/l
- Sulfite: 20 mg/l
- pH value: 3,56
- Eco-Control-No.: IT‑BIO‑006
- Allergens
contains sulphites
stored air-conditioned14013516 · 4,5 l · 62,22 €/l · Price (DE) incl. VAT, excl. Shipping2 units available
Beautiful beaches, bizzare mountains, fantastic lakes and a delicious regional cuisine.
Molise is the fourth smallest winegrowing region after Aosta Valley, Liguria and Basilicata. The second smallest region in Italy in terms of area and population. Beautiful landscape, but economically one of the poorest regions of the country with high unemployment. Molise was only separated from the Abruzzi region in 1963. The wine industry has barely been modernised and the tiny vineyards in widely scattered small plots are not exactly economically viable. This is why relatively little wine is produced in Molise.
Molise is bordered by Abruzzo in the north, Lazio in the west, Campania in the south and Apulia in the south-east. For tourists there are sparsely populated beaches in the east of the Adriatic coast. In the west the mountains rise up to 2.700m, there you can even ski.
Mini plots at high altitudes do not make viticulture easy.
Although wine-growing can be found almost everywhere in Molise, the main part is in the surroundings of the two larger cities Campobasso, the capital, and in the hills near Isernia. Some locations on the edge of the mountains reach up to 600 meters above sea level. Everywhere the plots are highly fragmented, nine out of ten vineyards have less than half a hectare of vineyards. Molise produces around 27.5 million litres of wine per year on a total cultivation area of almost 6,000 hectares. The predominant part is rather rustic country wine, which is drunk predominantly in the region. Worth mentioning is the regional cuisine to which exactly these wines go so well, lots of lamb in all variations, many sausages, cappocollo and salami specialties, local cheese from the mountains, and strong pasta specialties, allegedly the thin spaghetti (alla chitarra) were once created here.
Molise's share of total Italian wine production is only 0.5 per cent.
Only just under 10% of all wines come from the four DOC zones. The grape variety range is very similar to that of Abruzzo: Trebbiano and Montepulciano dominate the cultivation. Common red varieties are also Aglianico. Sangiovese, Bombino Rosso and some Barbera. The white grape varieties are dominated by Falanghina, Fiano, Greco and Trebbiano. Molise's wine criticism in recent years has been drawn to attention by a rare autochthonous variety, the Tintilia, whose mineral, velvety spicy red wines are quite unique. SUPERIORE.DE
Facts
- Capital: Campobasso
- Provinces: Campobasso, Isernia
- Vineyard: approx. 6,000 hectares
- Total production/year: around 27.5 million (2016)
- of which red/rosé wine: about 60%.
- Share of viticulture in Italy: 0.5%.
The Molise region comprises only 4 DOC areas:
- Biferno DOC
- Molise DOC
- Centre of Isernia/Pentro DOC
- Tintilia del Molise DOC