Veneto

This Bardolino certainly cannot be denied its own personality. It caresses the nose with floral notes. The fruity flavour is fresh and palatable with a hint of Mediterranean scrub. SUPERIORE.DE

Sparkling straw yellow with a drop of olive green. A light, sparkling white wine made from the Trebbiano and Garganega grape varieties. Flavours reminiscent of pears, star fruit, apples and herbs and the finely integrated acidity in the background give the Bianco di Custoza its light-hearted nature. SUPERIORE.DE

The extremely flavoursome rosé classic from Lake Garda: Chiaretto Bardolino is floral, sweet and nuanced in the glass, with notes of wild strawberries and candied citrus fruits. It is soft and supple, with a brilliant acidity that maintains balance and crisp red fruits that resonate beneath the rosy inner flowers. Lasts an impressively long time and remains completely refreshing. A subtle hint of minerality remains. Excellent as an aperitif and with light dishes as well as a summery accompaniment in the afternoon. SUPERIORE.DE

The grapes for this wonderful Soave Classico come from the cru sites in front of the Castello di Soave and on the Costeggiola hill, a very hilly terrain with a silty-sandy texture, rich in active limestone and volcanic rock. Floral and delicate notes of fresh yellow fruit. Dry on the palate, beautifully expressive and very precise with a lively freshness. A very appealing everyday wine with a lovely drinkability. SUPERIORE.DE

The Soave DOC Monte di Colognola tells the story of the volcanic area in the hilly west of the appellation. The lively bouquet has fresh notes of white elderberry and peach blossom, sweet lemon peel and lemongrass. On the palate, the wine recalls the sweet and juicy sensation of grapes, finishing elegantly and refined with floral notes of camomile and citrus fruits. SUPERIORE.DE

Part of the grapes of the Alanera are air-dried before fermentation in the appassimento process to promote the concentration of the aromas. Dark ruby red. On the nose, the scent of dried and fresh cherries, plus a little coffee and sweet tobacco. On the palate then berry-fresh with a nice acid wire and fine tannins. A full, round wine for many occasions. SUPERIORE.DE

"A fusion of traditional regional grape varieties with proportions of Merlot (5%) and Cabernet Sauvignon (5%). A touch of appassimento adds girth and a hint of mahogany-tinged cherry sweetness to the mid palate. Herbal bitters, juice and amaro overlay the finish." James Suckling

"This wine has forward aromas of black plum and blueberry pie. Though not an Amarone, the winery partially dries 50% of the grapes for a few months creating a wine made from both fresh fruit and dried fruit. This creates a wine that is lush and rich on the palate, but vibrant and intense in equal proportions. It is silky smooth, with a long finish of spiced plums and dried herbs." Wine Enthusiast

Fresh, very drinky Valpolicella from stainless steel without wood. Dark, rich ruby violet. Characterful bouquet of dark cherries with a hint of black pepper and beetroot. Medium pressure on the palate, good structure and depth, clear fruit, well-balanced acidity, smooth on the finish and very coherent with its fine spicy vein. SUPERIORE.DE

Keya is the impressive result of several years of experimental work, resulting in a rosato from 50-year-old vines that perfectly expresses the style and personality of the Rizzardi vineyards in the hills above Bardolino. The label is a tribute to the Venetian heritage of Contessa M.C. Loredan, who ran the winery for many years and played a key role in making Chiaretto Bardolino a popular wine classic in the region. The name is derived from the first two syllables of Chi-a-ret-to (KEY-A). Sparkling cherry red colour. A fine aroma of lemon, strawberry, blood orange and elderberries on the nose. Fresh on the palate, with well-integrated acidity, dry and full of character on the finish. SUPERIORE.DE

Balanced, slightly reductive bouquet of citrus fruits and floral aromas, fresh and tasty on the palate. A distinctly accessible Soave with a lot of grace at a small price. SUPERIORE.DE

Light yellow colour, fresh fruit on the nose, inviting bouquet, juicy, fresh and pleasantly lively structure on the palate. A harmonious, refreshingly light-footed and at the same time quaffable wine. SUPERIORE.DE

In Valpolicella, single-varietal wines from the native Corvina variety are becoming more and more common. And Scaia shows a beautiful portrait: light ruby red, mineral notes in the bouquet, plus small red berries and cherries, round on the palate with good freshness. Wonderful to drink. SUPERIORE.DE

"Rather jammy strawberry and raspberry on the nose and palate. Medium-bodied with intensity of fruit and some fine tannin that does little to impede the flow. Glass stopper. Good and fruity. Drink now." James Suckling

Lively Valpolicella Superiore with a beautiful scent of cherries and light red berries. Fine fruitiness on the palate, gentle tannin and restrained mild acidity give the taste a pleasant lightness. High drinking fluency guaranteed! SUPERIORE.DE

A smoky blend of raspberry jam, sage and freshly ground pepper emanates from the glass. On the palate, silky in texture and distinctly tasty with the pepper notes from the bouquet mingling with salty minerals and lively acids. The finish is long and fruity with a hint of liquorice. A delicious food companion. SUPERIORE.DE

"Cherry bright, fresh and lively with a whoosh of sweet paprika spice. Juicy and scrumptious. Very much a 'drink-me' wine." Jancis Robinson

"A nice, casual young Valpo here with fresh cherries and berries. Light, clean and straight through. No tannin to speak of." James Suckling

The Lucchine is rich and firm with beautiful cherry fruit and sweet spices on the palate. A juicy and inexpensive wine from a good vineyard that gives us great pleasure every year. SUPERIORE.DE

"The only Valpolicella without oak. This wine resembles a more mature Bardolino or, to put it this way, a Venetian Beaujolais, as it is so lively and vibrant. Light and juicy, with a thread of crisp acidity that carries sour red fruits, plums and dried herbs long and easy. Delicious! One of the best young Valpolicella I've tasted in a while." James Suckling

"On the nose, this wine shines with aromas of fresh rose and violet, with hints of strawberries and cranberries in the background. On the palate, the tart red berries shine with a hint of pepper and fresh earth." Wine Enthusiast

The grapes for this Bardolino Classico come from the Tacchetto vineyard, located at the foot of the Adige Valley near the village of Cavaion. The success pattern of this extremely popular red is easy to describe: a unique terroir of sand, scree and limestone and an always well-ventilated site. Intensely fragrant and engaging. On the palate, the clear and unambiguous structure and, as the drink continues, a silkiness that catapults it from a standing start into the hearts of Bardolino lovers. SUPERIORE.DE

Brigaldara's Soave is a fresh, clear and very successful white wine. Aromas of ripe apples, lime zest, flowers and a delicate hint of spice. Soft and supple on the palate, very focussed on the fruit and the pleasing acidity, with notes of almonds that give it a respectable depth. Subtle notes of kiwi and citrus fruit on the pleasant finish - very successful! SUPERIORE.DE

A fresh and much sought-after favourite Italian wine with an excellent value. Scaia is a well-structured cuvée of Garganega and Chardonnay and smells of yellow fruit, is fresh, aromatic and very drinky. SUPERIORE.DE

Bertani's Rosé is a fresh, fruity, yet full-bodied wine. The Molinara grape, vinified as a red wine, and a small portion of white (!) vinified Merlot give the Chiaretto this unmistakable liveliness. SUPERIORE.DE

Brigaldara's Valpolicella is mainly made from Corvina and Corvinone grapes. The timing of the harvest is very important for this wine, so that its flavours are very delicate and its sensory balance is influenced by the precisely measured acidity. It expresses the characteristic flavours of the valley: from cherries to spicy notes, which are more or less pronounced depending on the vintage. Its beautiful and radiant balance is achieved by a short maturation in steel, which perfectly enhances its sensory characteristics. SUPERIORE.DE

"This wine is a classic example of Valpolicella with aromas of fresh raspberries and dried cranberries mixed with thyme, sage and forest floor leading to a lively palate. Driven by sour cherries, the palate is indulgent and generous, and the more it opens up, the more spicy and floral notes add complexity." Wine Enthusiast

"The 2022 Valpolicella is wonderfully fresh, with a gorgeous blend of violets and roses giving way to muddled blackberries and an air of crushed chalk. Incredibly pure, this flows across the palate with a juicy wave of ripe wild berry fruits. It finishes crisp, with a tart cranberry concentration and inner florals that linger on." Vinous

Brilliant ruby colour with a dense rim. Delicately scented with plum jam, cherry, black pepper, violets and gingerbread. Also soft on the palate, with notes of nuts, sultanas and lovely juicy fruit. A real flatterer, wonderfully balanced with great drinking flow, and one of our bestsellers for years. SUPERIORE.DE

"Macerated red and blue fruit sprinkled with fresh and dried herbs waft from the glass of this classic Valpolicella. A balanced palate highlights a core of warmed ripe cherries, thyme and fresh tobacco that finish with ripe and gentle tannins." Wine Enthusiast

"Super-clean aromas of spicy red fruit and perfumed oak follow through to a medium-bodied palate with well-integrated tannins and a well-ordered finish. All nicely in place." James Suckling

Straw-coloured with greenish reflections, smells intensely fruity with nuances of yeast and fresh bread. The full flavour is finely balanced by the subtle acidity. A masterful and tightly woven Friulano-based white (called Tai in Veneto) that harmonises wonderfully with white meat, fish and shellfish. SUPERIORE.DE

"Spicy, grapey fruit aromas follow through to a medium-bodied palate with compact, spicy ripe-fruit flavors and a touch of phenolic grip at the end." James Suckling

Manzoni Bianco or Incrocio Manzoni is a cross between Riesling Renano and Pinot Bianco. It was named after its breeder, Professor Luigi Manzoni, who first crossed and cultivated it in the 1930s. Straw yellow colour with greenish reflections. Elegant, delicate and very clear bouquet with the aroma of Williams pear and peach. On the palate of exuberant freshness and suppleness, plus sweet-spicy notes of mint and yellow apple, which bring it into wonderful balance with the bright acidity. The full body of the Pinot Blanc and the effervescence of the Riesling have been very palatably put into the bottle here. SUPERIORE.DE