Sicily

Deep red colour, ripe but not overloaded berry scent in the nose. Full of character on the palate, juicy fresh and with soft tannins. SUPERIORE.DE

Very interesting the herbal, intense, well ripened and marked Merlot. A drinking classic, soft and round. SUPERIORE.DE

A bright, brilliant wine with golden reflections. The aroma is characterised by floral notes, summer fruits and honey. Rich and fresh on the palate with a full round finish - very drinkable! SUPERIORE.DE

"Intense, floral nose, showing white flowers, lemons and stony minerals. Medium-bodied, bright and tangy." James Suckling

Bright garnet red. Intense aroma of red berries and plums, with hints of violets. In the drink fresh red berry fruit, then again plum and some cherry, then pomegranate. A fresh red wine with a lot of drinking flow and with its fine acidity and mineral note an excellent food companion. SUPERIORE.DE

The winery Sallier de la Tour is since 2009 in the possession of the counts Tasca and thus the fifth enterprise, which complements and constitutes the variety and professionalism of the probably most famous winery of Sicily. Deep dark red, spices and a fine liquorice note in the nose. Impressive fruit and freshness on the palate, the discreet use of wood gives it concentration, backbone, velvety elegance and a good future. SUPERIORE.DE

"I love the spicy complexity to this nero d’avola, which is far from all about its boisterous cherries. Think tamarind, dried cumin and rosemary. Juicy and succulent on the full-bodied palate, where the tannins take on a soft, fleshy appeal, drawing in layers of exuberant blackberries and deeper accents of tar." James Suckling

Pure Nero d'Avola, named after Lago di Disueri, a lake in the province of Caltanissetta in the middle of Sicily. Deep dark red, intensely fragrant of dark fruits with a hint of eucalyptus. Powerful and round on the palate, supple and long. SUPERIORE.DE

"Dark ruby. In the nose of ripe cherries, dark chocolate and wild berries. Fresh and crisp on the palate, showing young fruit and crisp acidity, glides along finely." Falstaff

"A fine-tannined and pretty-fruited nero d'avola with black-cherry and blueberry character and some citrus. Medium-bodied with chewy tannins and a flavorful finish. In check, but open." James Suckling

Smells seductively of spices and cherries. Soft, almost sensual, it glides over the tongue and beguiles the palate with soft, very delicate tannins and a long, juicy finish. An impeccable Sicilian! SUPERIORE.DE

"Lots of fruity, dark-cherry aromas and flavors with undertones of lemon peel and zest. It’s medium-bodied with firm tannins and a lightly chewy texture at the finish." James Suckling

Here, for the first time, comes the popular La Segreta Bianco as 100% Grillo from the charming Ulmo region and the oldest winery of the Planeta family with the 2020 vintage. Light straw yellow with green reflections. On the nose, lots of sea breeze with primary fruity notes of citrus, pear and oregano. Dry, fresh and taut on the palate with a fine salty note and a lot of desire for the next sip. SUPERIORE.DE

"Pale shimmering greenish yellow. Comes on fresh meadow herbs, peach blossom, a hint of orange zest on the nose. Gentle attack with well-integrated acidity, pleasantly mineral, builds good tension, then slight restraint in the back, finishes on salted lime." Falstaff

"The 2020 Grillo La Segreta is wickedly fresh, presenting a display of sour melon, lime zest and spicy florals. Its textures are soothingly soft, offset by vibrant acids with tart orchard fruits and an inner smokiness that I find quite attractive. Sour citrus tugs at the cheeks as the 2020 finishes with mouthwatering tension. You could drink this all day." Vinous

"White spring flower, grapefruit and Mediterranean herb aromas follow through to the bright, savory palate along with notes of white peach and Meyer lemon. It's an incredible value at this price point, with tang, saline and crisp acidity that energize the close." Wine Enthusiast

La Segreta, which takes its name from the surrounding woods near Ulmo, is a charming cuvée of Grecanico, Chardonnay, Viognier and Fiano. On the nose, a fresh, youthful citrus fruit and floral nuances, always balanced on the palate, with style and Sicilian personality. SUPERIORE.DE

"Generous and crisp, this is a prototypical Sicilian dry white. A slew of Mediterranean herbs, but also citrus zest and some ripe nectarine. So much juicy fruit at the finish." James Suckling

Dark red with varietal bouquet, slightly peppery and grassy notes. A strong fleshy red wine of beautiful spiciness and balanced fineness. SUPERIORE.DE

"Berry, green-olive and lemon-rind aromas and flavors. Medium-bodied with medium chewy tannins and a flavorful finish." James Suckling

Deep, dense colour, in the nose much fruit and a breath easily sweetish liquorice. Very elegant with fine, smoky plum bouquet and well integrated acidity in the persistent taste. SUPERIORE.DE

"Some spice, smoked-meat and chocolate aromas and flavors follow through to a medium body with chewy tannins and a medium finish." James Suckling

Delightful ruby red with violet reflexes, the nose has hints of blackcurrant, mulberry and raspberry, held together by the scent of cyclamen and musk. On the palate dense fruit, the tannins sweet and lively. A wonderful and authentic Sicilian. SUPERIORE.DE

"A fresh, clean red with dried cherries, sour cherries and orange peel. It’s medium-bodied and round-textured. Soft and delicious." James Suckling

Fresh cuvée of Syrah and Nero d'Avola. Light and seductively scented of rose petals, pomegranate and wild strawberries, well balanced and soft on the palate, a pleasantly fine fruity rosato in the finish. SUPERIORE.DE

"Bright, delicate old pink. Fine and fragrant nose, opens with notes of strawberry and raspberry, also some sour cherry. Fresh on the palate, lots of juicy fruit, of peach and strawberries, racy acidity, very good drinking flow, an ideal partner for a balmy summer evening." Falstaff

"The 2020 Sicilia Rose delivers a captivating bouquet full of peppery florals, young strawberries with stems and all, plus a note of flowery undergrowth that seals the deal. This is soft and enveloping, contrasting ripe melon with zesty yellow citrus and bright acidity. It's incredibly long with cheek-puckering tension, as a mix of sour lemon and green apple slowly fizzles out." Vinous

2019 is the debut vintage for the first single-varietal La Segreta Rosso. Ruby red colour with violet reflections. On the nose, varietal aromas of ripe plums, cocoa, wild fruits and a flawless spiciness with traces of white smoke. On the palate, full and wide and of beautiful juiciness with very soft, well-integrated tannins and a beautiful, finely spicy finish. SUPERIORE.DE

"Sparkling ruby red with brightening rim. Fine roasted aromas meet the nose, fresh cedars, small red berries, cranberries, a hint of rosemary. Lively on the palate, shows fine embedded tannins in interplay with the acidity, animating, juicy, runs narrowly together at the back, reverberates distinctly fruity." Falstaff

pepherbs, florals and hints of wild strawberry lift up from the 2019 Nero d'Avola La Segreta. It's soft and juicy in nature, with a smoky display of ripe red berries offset by a twang of spiced citrus. Violets, lavender and hints of pomegranate linger long, as this tapers off savory and classically dry." Vinous

Elegant soft pink. Subdued notes of rose blossom, strawberry and raspberry express exactly the springtime aroma one imagines under a sunny, fresh rosé of the fruity, autochthonous grape variety Perricone. SUPERIORE.DE

Bright straw yellow. This single-varietal Grillo smells of citrus fruit, melon and fine herbs. On the palate, a present, fresh fruit, very juicy and with a mineral-salty vein in the finish. SUPERIORE.DE

"Intense bright lemon yellow. Exceedingly fragrant of elderberry and lime, with yellow fruit and a hint of ripe quince. Spans the tongue delicately, compact at the core, shows pressure and juicy play, fine salt lemon enlivens the medium-long finish." Falstaff

Dark red with typical varietal bouquet, slightly peppery and grassy notes. A strong, fleshy red wine with a nice spiciness and balanced finesse. SUPERIORE.DE

"Blueberries and blackcurrants with flowers and spices follow through to a medium body, firm tannins and a crisp finish." James Suckling

Deep, dense colour, in the nose a lot of fruit and a touch of slightly sweet liquorice. Very elegant with a fine, smoky plum bouquet and well integrated acidity in the persistent taste. SUPERIORE.DE

The extremely popular white wine from Maccari has risen to DOC status and is now called "Olli". It caresses nose and palate with aromatic-floral notes and yellow-fleshed fruit. Energetic, with resilience and expressiveness to the finish, this white from the trendy Sicilian variety Grillo offers exemplary value. SUPERIORE.DE

"Intense bright lemon yellow. Fragrant bouquet of yellow and white flowers, elderberry, rich white peach, fresh lemon. Fine yellow fruit nuances spread on the palate, shows elegant acidity, clear and balanced, slightly mineral with a harmonious final." Falstaff

"Ripe-pineapple and citrus character with a hint of creamy pine nut. Medium-bodied with a well-balanced, smooth palate and a crisp, sprightly fruit and mineral finish." James Suckling

The Nero d'Avola grapes come from vines up to 30 years old from the Noto region. Animatingly delicate fruity notes of pineapple and raspberry. Round, full and wonderfully drinkable on the palate, with beautiful fruit, spice and a cool, fresh final. SUPERIORE.DE

"The 2020 Rose di Nere, a varietal Nero d'Avola, is a vibrant golden color and offers an extroverted bouquet that mixes dried peaches, mangos and nectarines with sweet exotic spice. This is soft and enveloping, delivering ripe orchard fruits complemented by hints of ginger, as sweet inner florals form toward the close. For all of its intensity and fruit-forward character, this finishes pleasantly refreshing and poised." Vinous

"Enticing nose of cherry and orange blossoms, red-peach skins and something bright and green, almost caper-like. Medium-bodied with good focus and balance, leading to a finish that embraces both the fruity and savory notes. Leaves you with a distinctive, fresh-caper aftertaste. Delicious." James Suckling

Rich ruby-violet colour, very clear and intense bouquet with strong notes of dark fruits and a hint of violets. Juicy, fresh with lots of ripe berry fruit on the palate. Round, supple and dense with a fruity-salty final. SUPERIORE.DE

"Dark shining ruby red. Fragrant and open-hearted nose of red roses, raspberries, wild berries, slightly of rose hips, inviting. Balanced and harmonious on the palate, stretches out with a clear, juicy dress, fruity core, slightly salty finish." Falstaff

"A polished, refined Nero d'avola with blackberries, black olives and blueberries. Hints of stones. Full-bodied with a nicely formed palate and a long, linear finish. A cooler style, compared with the often jammy rendition of this grape." James Suckling

Clear strong ruby with beautifully pronounced dark berry aromas and fine vanilla tones. An elegant powerful wine, full-bodied and pleasantly warm on the palate with a phenomenally long finish. SUPERIORE.DE

"This blend of Nero d'Avola and Cabernet Franc offers aromas of dark berry, cedar and tobacco. The savory palate shows black currant jam, licorice and vanilla alongside firm tannins." Wine Enthusiast

"The bouquet is intense, leading off with a rush of black cherries, cassis, plum, and sweet violets, as the 2018 Bonera blossoms in the glass, becoming more lifted and refined. Its silky textures give way to fleshy, ripe red and black fruits, zesty spices and inner florals. This tapers off long, washing the senses in currants and berries, with hints of grippy tannins that tug at the cheeks, kept fresh through mineral-tinged acids. The Bonera, a blend of equal parts Nero d'Avola and Cabernet Franc, is fruit-forward but also quite balanced, providing a lot of upfront appeal." Vinous