Red wine from Italy

The only sweet wine (amabile) in our Lambrusco range from Albinea Canali – and for good reason: Grasparossa is naturally full-bodied and rich in tannins; a little residual sugar brings it into balance. Malbo Gentile, the gentle autochthonous Reggio variety, gives the blend its softness, roundness and characteristic floral notes. Fermentation in steel, Charmat method – fresh and clean.

From the south-eastern shore of Lake Garda, where moraine soils give the vines mineral depth. Corvina, Rondinella and Molinara produce a light, uncomplicated red wine. Ruby red in colour, with notes of cherry and violet. Dry, spicy, with a fine almond flavour on the finish. Ten days of maceration in stainless steel preserves the fruit and keeps the wine lean. Serve at 14–16°C with pizza, pasta or white meat, a great everyday wine that does not hide its terroir. SUPERIORE.DE

Gaglioppo is the red soul of Calabria – and Cirò its homeland. A grape variety of ancient origin, difficult to tame, with a directness that knows no detours. Librandi has built its house on this variety: not out of nostalgia, but out of the conviction that a terroir between the Ionian Sea and the hills of Crotone has what it takes to produce something unmistakable. 100% Gaglioppo, Cordone speronato, calcareous soils, 3 to 5 days of maceration and subsequent ageing in steel, then some bottle ageing.

The Nero d’Avola grapes used for Cardilla come from the sun-drenched plains around Marsala, characterised by limestone-rich soils and a gentle sea breeze – — ideal conditions for expressive fruit and balanced ripeness. A deep ruby red with a purplish sheen. The nose evokes dark cherries, blackberries, a hint of plum and Mediterranean herbs, underpinned by a spicy nuance. Soft and round on the palate, with gentle tannins, ripe fruit and a subtle hint of chocolate on the finish. Ageing in stainless steel tanks emphasises freshness and varietal character. An uncomplicated yet characterful Nero d’Avola for everyday enjoyment. SUPERIORE.DE

Nero d'Avola is the undisputed king of Sicilian red wines. Carlo Pellegrino, with roots in Marsala dating back to 1880, produces it from the western part of the island, specifically the Agro di Salemi and Mazara del Vallo regions in the province of Trapani, 160 metres above sea level. Loam-clay soils with a slightly salty, mineral note; a quintessentially Mediterranean climate: mild winters, hot, windy summers, little rain. Grapes harvested in the first week of September. Classic red wine fermentation at a controlled temperature. Four months in stainless steel. Unpretentious and authentic.

The Syrah grapes used for the Tareni are grown in western Sicily at an altitude of 100 metres, on clay soil, with mild winters, little rainfall and a very hot, windy summer. The grapes are harvested between late August and early September; following partial maceration at a low temperature, the wine ferments under temperature control and is then aged for four months in stainless steel. Violet-red in colour, with a pronounced bouquet of ripe red fruits, sour cherry and pomegranate, complemented by cloves and pink pepper. Fresh and intense on the palate, with juiciness and pleasantly firm tannins. Sicily provides the sunshine; this Syrah provides the freshness. SUPERIORE.DE

A single-varietal Frappato that combines the sunny side of Sicily with a touch of freshness. The vines are rooted in the lower-lying areas around Trapani and Marsala – sandy, calcareous soils, cooled by Mediterranean breezes that lend the wine a fragrant clarity. A pale ruby red with violet glints. On the nose, red berries, cherry, a hint of violet and delicate traces of spice. Juicy on the palate, with fine acidity and delicate, well-integrated tannins. Best served slightly chilled with Mediterranean antipasti, grilled vegetables, fish or pasta with fresh herbs. SUPERIORE.DE

Cantine Due Palme is one of the most successful co-operatives in southern Italy – founded in 1989 in Cellino San Marco, the cooperative now has over 1,200 members and around 3,000 hectares of vineyards between Brindisi, Lecce and Taranto. Under the management of Angelo Maci, Due Palme has developed into a pioneer of sustainable quality production, combining state-of-the-art cellar technology with traditional cultivation methods such as Alberello Pugliese. Don Cosimo epitomises the sun-drenched power of Salento. The Primitivo grapes ripen on calcareous, loamy soils that store sufficient water even in very hot weather. After a gentle harvest in mid-September, the grapes ferment at a controlled temperature in horizontal rotary fermenters before the wine matures for six months in French barriques and then comes to rest in the bottle.

The Cantalupi Primitivo comes from old vines in south-west Apulia and is classically vinified in stainless steel. Dark ruby in colour with a slight violet tinge. Intense aromas of ripe cherries, blackberries, some fig and delicately spicy notes of black pepper and Mediterranean herbs on the nose. Juicy on the palate with dense fruit, pleasant spice, supple tannins and a lovely flow. The acidity is present but elegantly integrated. A red wine "for every day" with plenty of character - authentic, round and pleasantly accessible. Perfect with pasta with a spicy sauce, grilled vegetables or simply on its own with good friends. SUPERIORE.DE

Illuminati's Montepulciano d'Abruzzo Riparosso has a sweet aroma of violets and lavender, followed by crushed blackberries and chalk dust. It coats the palate with soft textures and ripe wild berries, which are contrasted by tart citrus fruits towards the finish. It finishes with a perfumed character and admirable length, leaving behind a layer of dusty tannins that tug at the cheeks. Very Italian – very well made. SUPERIORE.DE

Susumaniello is one of the indigenous grape varieties of Apulia that almost disappeared. Cantine Due Palme was one of the first wineries to recognise the potential of this historic variety from the Alto Salento region around Brindisi and saved it with foresight – vinified in purity to preserve its unique character. The name already reveals its speciality: "Carico come un somarello" – loaded like a donkey – refers to the exceptional fruitiness of the young vines. After around ten years, the yield drops significantly, and only then does Susumaniello produce grapes of astonishing quality. The grapes are easy to recognise: Their ink-blue coloured berries have an extremely high anthocyanin content, which is why Susumaniello was often used as a blending partner in the past to lend depth of colour to other wines. For the Serre, the grapes are harvested by hand in small crates late at the end of September, when they are slightly overripe for optimum concentration. Vinification takes place in horizontal rotary fermenters at a controlled temperature, followed by six months of ageing in French barriques.

An intense ruby red with violet highlights. The nose reveals ripe cherries, dark berries, a hint of clove and a touch of liquorice – typical of the Primitivo grape variety, which originally hails from Croatia but has long since found its current home in Apulia. Soft and round on the palate, with juicy fruit, subtle spice and a warm, approachable final. Ageing in stainless-steel tanks preserves the wine's freshness and varietal character. An uncomplicated yet characterful Primitivo with Mediterranean flair, offering good length and a lovely, easy-drinking quality. SUPERIORE.DE

Nero d'Avola is the noblest red grape variety in Sicily – deep ruby red, full of character, with a warmth that breathes the island. The fact that Cantine Rallo calls its red wine Il Principe is no exaggeration: it is a tribute to the heritage of Sicilian wine culture and to the grape variety that gives it its backbone. 80% Nero d'Avola, supplemented by 20% other autochthonous red varieties, harvested by hand at the end of September to the beginning of October on the sandy soils of Patti Piccolo in Alcamo.

Deep ruby red with a cool violet rim - visual clarity that already hints at a certain concentration. Ripe dark fruits such as sour cherries and blackberries on the nose, gently accompanied by a hint of spicy pepper and Mediterranean herbs. Juicy on the palate, with ripe fruit, round tannins and a pleasant freshness. The ageing in stainless steel tanks preserves the precision and purity typical of the variety. An uncomplicated, typical regional red wine with a lovely flow and rustic, authentic character - perfect with grilled vegetables and pasta dishes. SUPERIORE.DE

Some of the Alanera grapes are air-dried before fermentation using the appassimento method to promote the concentration of flavours. Dark ruby red in colour. On the nose, the aroma of dried and fresh cherries, with a hint of coffee and sweet tobacco. The palate is berry-fresh with a lovely acid wire and fine tannins. A full, round wine for many occasions. SUPERIORE.DE

Fattoria del Cerro in Acquaviva di Montepulciano is the largest private vineyard in the region with a total area of 600 hectares and 181 hectares of vines – mainly known for Vino Nobile di Montepulciano. Its Chianti Colli Senesi comes from 20 hectares of vineyards in the Sienese hills and is mainly made from Sangiovese (90 per cent) with Merlot (10 per cent). After manual harvesting, fermentation takes place in stainless steel tanks with eight to ten days of maceration, followed by three months of ageing in large Slavonian oak barrels.

Villa Grazianella – a 17th century villa surrounded by vineyards, olive groves and orchards on the hills of Acquaviva – stands at the heart of the Fattoria del Cerro, the largest private producer of Nobile di Montepulciano. The new wine name is both a tribute and an indication of origin. The Rosso di Montepulciano is made from Prugnolo Gentile – the local Sangiovese clone that has adapted to the climate and soil of the Colli Senesi over the centuries. Fermentation at a controlled temperature with daily pumping over, followed by maturation in the cellar for at least four months.

Since its creation in 1998, Vitiano Rosso has been one of the most successful Italian red wines on the international market – a classic that masterfully combines tradition and modernity. The grapes grow on the hills around Orvieto, where sedimentary limestone-clay soils with volcanic influences form the basis, at an altitude of around 300 metres. The blend of one third each of Sangiovese, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon is vinified separately: Merlot contributes fullness and velvety texture, Cabernet Sauvignon lends structure and depth, while Sangiovese provides balance with its lively acidity.

A Sicilian Merlot with a Mediterranean soul: the grapes for Marena come from the higher, well-ventilated vineyards inland around Presti e Pegni. Merlot thrives there with warm days and cool nights on calcareous soils with an ideal ripening process. Brilliant ruby red in the glass with a purple hue. The aroma opens with flavours of juicy cherry, plum and a hint of herbal spice. Round, juicy and accessible on the palate with well-integrated tannins, mild freshness and a pleasantly dry finish. The ageing in stainless steel tanks preserves the fruit and varietal character. An uncomplicated, yet harmonious Merlot, whose approachable style makes it ideal for pizza, pasta and relaxed everyday moments – sicilian and full of character. SUPERIORE.DE

Bright ruby red with a violet rim. Ripe cherry, redcurrant and a hint of violet – inviting and typically Sangiovese, but with a southern Italian accent. Juicy fruit, lively freshness and pleasantly soft tannins on the palate. What makes it special is its origin: Molise – remote, underestimated, but ideal for red wines with a strong character and a special flavour. Maturation in stainless steel tanks preserves the freshness and purity, while the sun of the Osci hills ensures fullness. A purist, organically produced Sangiovese with an exciting Mediterranean profile – and not from Tuscany, but from Molise. SUPERIORE.DE

A red wine that doesn't disguise itself. The cuvée of 50% Nero d'Avola, 25% Merlot, 20% Syrah and 5% Cabernet Franc comes from organically farmed vineyards between Menfi and Noto – from limestone and clay soils that give the wine structure without imposing heaviness. 2024 was a tight, hot year in Sicily: 30% less harvest than normal, but perfect ripeness. The mash fermented for 7–8 days in stainless steel, initially cool at 16–17°C, open to 25°C towards the end – gentle, precise, fruit-centred.

Deep ruby red in colour with a purple hue. On the nose, the wine radiates intense aromas of red and black fruits such as blackberry and plum, with floral lily notes and subtle spicy nuances. Medium-bodied, juicy and fresh on the palate, with elegant, rounded tannins and a pure, fruit-accentuated final. Made from 100% Montepulciano, organically grown on sandy-clayey, chalky soils in Abruzzo. Accessible, very charming and uncomplicated - a wine full of character for every day that combines origin and sustainability. SUPERIORE.DE

A wine that conveys its authenticity with unpretentious elegance: Antigua is a harmonious blend of 85% Monica and 15% Carignano – grapes that ripen on limestone- and clay-rich soils in the Sulcis lowlands. The warm, dry climate lends them depth and aromatic richness, whilst the cool sea breeze brings finesse and freshness. Following the harvest, traditional maceration with pump-overs takes place, after which the wine matures in concrete tanks to preserve its authenticity.