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Bright straw yellow with greenish reflections. Lively bouquet of crisp pineapple and white peach, with components of camomile, elderberry and a fine spiciness. In the mouth, crisp and with cool, present fruit, light-footed and straightforward, spans an interesting arc, very full-bodied and multi-layered, ends with a juicy, mineral finish and a discreet almond note. SUPERIORE.DE

"Glazed quince, marzipan and luscious stone fruit trail along a medium-heavy palate, carried by the typical salty acidity and a hint of smoke. A warm year. And you can tell. A blend of all the plots not destined for Foscarino. Only volcanic soils." James Suckling

"Light straw yellow with greenish reflections. Elegant fragrance of apple, peach, elderflower and fresh herbs. Mouth-filling on the palate, creamy with precise fruit, juicy, medium-long finish." Falstaff

Here comes a Chardonnay that expresses 100% of its growing region. The grapes come from both volcanic and limestone soils. Very lively aroma. Intense scent of pear and Golden Delicious apple. Lively palate with notes of apple and pear and a fine mineral vein. Fresh, persistent final, very taut and of good length. SUPERIORE.DE

The Carménère and Merlot grapes mature separately for 12 months, 80% in barriques with third and fourth occupancy and 20% in stainless steel. This is followed by the blending of the "Carménère Più", which is then matured for four months in stainless steel before being bottled. Before being put on the market, it refines in the bottle for at least six months. Deep red with blue-violet reflections. Elegant aroma of small dark berries, cocoa and black pepper. Balanced and with optimal freshness on the palate, fruity with well-integrated tannin. SUPERIORE.DE

"Bright ruby red with violet reflections. Seductive nose, lots of violets, cherry and raspberry, some black pepper. Spicy and straightforward on the palate, present tannins and refreshing acidity, lasts." Falstaff

"This is the epitome of a trattoria or bistro wine, if you will. Peppery, refined, bright and dangerously easy to drink. Medium-bodied but light on the palate. Peppery charcuterie, mint, sage and tarragon, not far removed from a cool-climate Syrah or a Mondeuse. Unmistakably alpine feel. Fresh and full of energy. I love this wine!" James Suckling

Vulcaia is a soft, full Sauvignon Blanc with tropical fruits and rich toasty aromas. On the nose, citrus and sweet floral scents. On the palate mineral with exotic fruit and citrus, behind a layer of gooseberries and herbs that give the wine freshness and structure. Long and persistent final. It gets additional tension and a lot of personality from the volcanic soils of Monte Foscarino. SUPERIORE.DE

Strong, bright straw yellow. Characterful, youthful and rich bouquet of dried nectarines, peach, yellow apple, mint and a fresh hint of almonds. The depth of its texture contrasts perfectly with the zesty acids, minerals and notes of sour apples, but always retains a sense of balanced ripeness. The finish is long and structured and seems to slowly melt on the palate, leaving behind savoury spices and a fine tannin. It already has a lot to offer, but should age a little more in the bottle for more structure and elegance. Beautifully exciting Garganega interpretation from a small single vineyard in the Carbonare area. SUPERIORE.DE

"Fermented entirely in tank. A straightforward, medium-bodied power of minerals, quince paste, almond skin and Meyer lemon. Reductive in the best sense, with a tangy acidity and latent power that suggests this wine will age very well." James Suckling

"Sourced from a 1.5 hectare site with volcanic basalt soils, the Inama 2021 Soave Classico Carbonare is delightfully fresh, zesty and has an electric personality. The bouquet shows grapefruit, fruit, quince and spicy aromas with hints of turmeric or dried ginger on a subtle, medium-weight mouthfeel." Wine Advocate

"Rich straw yellow with green shimmer. Fine-smelling nose, apple and pear, some lemon as well as elderflower and dandelion. Elegant and balanced on the palate, precise, creamy, well-integrated acidity, persistent, juicy final." Falstaff

"This unique vineyard, grown using the historic pergola method, produces a Soave with aromas of fleshy yellow peach, jasmine, white tea and crushed stones. The palate is structured and age-worthy with flavours of tart green apple, citrus and a mineral note on the finish." Wine Enthusiast

Already the famous Italian wine critic Veronelli rated the Colli Berici together with Bolgheri as one of the best growing areas for the Bordelais grape varieties. This rare Merlot is dedicated to its creator Alfredo Lazzarini, whose vineyards Inama recently acquired, and it represents the history of the Colli Berici. Dark ruby garnet, violet reflections, delicate watery rim. Spicy nuances of black cherries, ripe plums, forest floor, some jasmine and a pleasant touch of precious wood. Juicy on the palate, with good complexity and a chocolaty texture, round tannins and a discreet extract sweetness on the finish. SUPERIORE.DE

Foscarino from vines over 40 years old is aged for 12 months on the fine lees in used barrique barrels and stainless steel and is probably one of the most complex Soave Classico we have ever had in the glass. Bright straw yellow with golden reflections. Elegant, inviting bouquet of light honey, dried citrus fruit, exotic flowers and a hint of ginger. Juicy and straightforward on the palate of layered stone fruit, taut with precision and piquant acidity, all the proportions are right here in an impressive way. Complex and multi-layered, it reveals new impressions with each additional glass and increasing aeration and ends in a salty finish, very exciting! SUPERIORE.DE

"Restrained nose, subtly mineral. The palate is soft and carried by lively citrus. Gentle grip, with white grapefruit filling the mid palate and tightening the fleshy grip. Subtle spicy lining on the finish. Interesting development potential." Decanter

"Another brilliant expression reflecting a culture of kaleidoscopic blending to achieve a greater whole: Tank and oak fermentation (none new), partially induced and spontaneous, all at once. Rapier-like precision, depth and weight, with no excess or obvious artifact of winemaking apparent. Medium-bodied yet intense, with notes of smoked almond, hints of stone fruit, pickled mango and kumquat. The finish is impressively smooth and majestically long." James Suckling

"Pure Garganega from the Monte Foscarino area, very refined vinification, with 6 months of wood fermentation, then another 6 months in steel tanks, very fresh on the nose, lime, snuff peach, a touch of rosemary and a hint of hawthorn. Piquant citrus, with balsamic hints on the finish." Luca Gardini

"The Soave Classico Foscarino 2021 shows a beautiful aromatic intensity. It pours from the bottle with soft orchard fruits, tropical tones and a distinct mineral note of crushed oyster shells or volcanic ash. This wine is pleasantly creamy and medium-bodied, with lovely fruit flavours on the finish. This vintage of Foscarino is a hit." Wine Advocate

"Grown on the summit of a dormant volcano, this Soave shows why Garganga is one of Italy's great white grapes. The wine opens with apple and citrus blossom with a hint of acacia honey, followed by fleshy white peaches, Fuji apples and well-defined minerality. The palate is creamy yet taut, with fine acidity and plenty of minerality, accented by ripe stone fruit and citrus peel." Wine Enthusiast

"Bright straw yellow with green shimmer. In the nose intriguing and deep, ripe stone fruit as well as hints of white peach, camomile and elderflower. Creamy and round in the drink, animating, refreshing acidity, persistent, salty final." Falstaff

The clay content in the forest soils of this incredible, almost untouched area around Oratorio di San Lorenzo gives the wine a unique note. Rich red with blue-violet reflections. Intense on the nose with notes of medicinal herbs, ripe red berries, blood orange, pepper and spices. On the palate then very precise and clear with dark fruits, a delicious spiciness and tannins that are still firm when young. Already seductive today and then elegant and silky with increasing bottle maturity. SUPERIORE.DE

pepnose. Juicy fruit channeled through a dense network of dry, firm, super-spicy tannins. A beautiful lift of dried herbs (sage, rosemary, lavender and oregano) and, a bit like their Cabernet, this lovely savoury-sweet element that is like oven-roasted cherry tomatoes with roasted vine and white pepper. Very gouleyant." Jancis Robinson

"Dark ruby red with a violet core. Scents of thyme and tarragon, black pepper on the nose, paired with blackcurrant and orange zest. On the palate juicy, dense and compact, well-integrated tannins, goes with vigour into the long finish." Falstaff

"The 2019 Carménère Carminium is remarkably floral and fresh, exuding notes of redcurrant, rosemary and ground ginger reminiscent of pepper. It is a model of purity with bright acidity lifting the mineral red fruits while savoury spices swirl through the nose. The 2019 finishes classically dry and lightly textured, leaving tart raspberry notes on the finish. This is an incredibly beautiful vintage for Carminium." Vinous

"It has a complex nose of dried thyme, tobacco, sage, tar and blackberries. Also peppercorns and cloves. It is medium-bodied, with firm tannins. Finely integrated and concentrated, with a firm finish. Better after 2024." James Suckling

1997 saw the birth of Bradisismo, named after the geological event that led to the formation of the Colli Berici. It is a successful symbiosis of the intense, concentrated aroma of ripe cherries of Cabernet Sauvignon and the lively, spicy notes of Carmenere. With its bouquet of small dark berries, spices, pepper and chocolate, it is a wonderfully affordable alternative to the big Bordeaux blends or Supertuscans. Velvety texture on the palate, with a seamless mix of dark fruits, cherries, floral notes and fine tannins gliding across the palate. Deep, long finish and very good ageing potential. SUPERIORE.DE

"Dark ruby red with a violet core. In the nose scent of cassis, pickled forest fruits and green pepper, in addition bitter chocolate and black pepper. On the palate fruit-driven, present tannins, animating drinking flow, persistent and with a fine saltiness in the finish." Falstaff

"Spicy and darkly floral, the 2019 Cabernet Bradisismo opens slowly in the glass with exotic spices and crushed rocks giving way to black currants. This is cool-toned and racy in style, holding its power in reserve as a wave of ripe red and black fruits drench the palate in youthful concentration. Saline minerals mingle with gruff tannins through the long and structured finale." Vinous

"A balanced and lively blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Carmenere. Plums, blueberries, dark cherries, undergrowth, leaves, sweet tobacco and a hint of black olives. Medium to full body with fine, firm tannins. Structured and textured with dark berries and some chocolate character on the palate. Earthy with a hint of spice on the long finish. Best from 2025." James Suckling

1997 saw the birth of Bradisismo, named after the geological event that led to the formation of the Colli Berici. It is a successful symbiosis of the intense, concentrated aroma of ripe cherries of the Cabernet and the lively, spicy notes of the Carménère. With its bouquet of small dark berries, spices, pepper and chocolate, it is a wonderfully affordable alternative to the big Bordeaux blends or Supertuscans. Velvety-textured on the palate, with a seamless mix of dark fruits, cherries, floral notes and fine tannins gliding across the palate. Deep, long finish and very good ageing potential. SUPERIORE.DE

"Cassis and framboise through a matrix of dried oregano, tarragon and dried mushrooms. The fruit is perfectly shaped and cut by the acidity of the ripe tomato with a touch of cool sharp spice from the tomato vine. Firm but very refined tannins. Long and assured." Jancis Robinson

"The Inama 2020 Colli Berici Cabernet Bradisismo is not only special because of the unusual grape blend. It is a full-bodied and particularly approachable red wine that offers great versatility and plenty of potential for pairing with other foods. This vintage shows a soft ripeness of both grape varieties with a rich, full-bodied texture. The finish is spicy with a hint of pepper." Wine Advocate

"The 2020 Cabernet Bradisismo is dusty and floral in the glass with vibrant wild berries complemented by nuances of rose, sage and graphite. It has a soft texture and a pleasant feel with a mix of tart red berries and sweet spice enlivened by zesty acidity. A touch of fine tannins and a hint of black liquorice linger on the finish, which is lightly textured and spicy. It's a warm vintage, but the balance here is great." Vinous

"A historic bottle, now in its 20th year. Cabernet, with a significant contribution of Carmenère, a nose of cranberry and pepper leaf, hints of undergrowth, touches of orange peel, savoury drink, with a citrusy-officer return." Luca Gardini

"An approximately balanced blend of Cabernet and Carmenere, with an increasing proportion of Merlot and Franc. Violet verve. Spread of green olives. Chilli, mint, dark chocolate and dense boysenberry confection. And yet the taste, though full-bodied, is immensely spicy. The oak is a seductive frame that blends effortlessly with the wine's density and modern, forward style. This wine is strongly reminiscent of a Bordeaux, with an added measure of finesse and richness." James Suckling

Foscarino from vines over 40 years old is aged for 12 months on the fine lees in used barrique barrels and stainless steel and is probably one of the most complex Soave Classico we have ever had in the glass. Bright straw yellow with golden reflections. Elegant, inviting bouquet of light honey, dried citrus fruit, exotic flowers and a hint of ginger. Juicy and straightforward on the palate of layered stone fruit, taut with precision and piquant acidity, all the proportions are right here in an impressive way. Complex and multi-layered, it reveals new impressions with each additional glass and increasing aeration and ends in a salty finish, very exciting! SUPERIORE.DE

"Bright straw yellow with a drop of light gold. Elegant and inviting on the nose, with a hint of dried citrus fruit, light honey, pineapple, minimally smoky, finely structured. Very juicy and straightforward on the palate, spans the tongue precisely and sharply, as if from a block, compact and with a salty, long finish." Falstaff

"Very bright gold. Tangy almonds with some baked apple skin on the nose and rich, broad fruit. Really good wine with depth and light smokiness and substance. Lasts SO long on the palate!" Jancis Robinson

"Aromas of pressed Spanish broom, ripe yellow stone fruit, hazelnut and cedar mingle. On the rounded palate, well-integrated acidity lifts mature yellow peach, lemon drop candy, butterscotch and toasted almond." Wine Enthusiast

"Showing a slightly off-gold appearance, the Inama 2018 Soave Classico Foscarino offers broad intensity and a very dry approach with lots of mineral definition followed by baked apple and pear. The wine is contoured and dense from a textural point of view, making it a great choice for white meat or tandoori cooked meats with extra cumin and spice. I love the angular or sharply etched side of this pretty white wine." Wine Advocate

"The 2018 Soave Classico Foscarino is honeyed and perfumed, featuring crushed yellow apples, exotic florals, hints of ginger and sweet smoke. The textures are soft with a twang of zesty acids that pinch at the cheeks, even as ripe orchard fruits soothe the palate. There’s a richness here, mixed with savory brown spices that add further contrasts, as this tapers off dry, with hints of hazelnut and an air of inner florals that seem to linger for well over a minute. The Foscarino is Inama’s throwback style of Soave, which macerates up to 12 hours and then spends six months in used barrels on the lees, followed by another six months in stainless steel. It’s quite unique and really keeps you guessing at what awaits each time you come back to the glass. Consider me a fan." Vinous

"This has a rather restrained nose of smoked almonds, waxed lemon and pear skin with white-pepper notes. It’s medium-bodied and delicious with layers of stone fruit, crushed shells and nuts. Spice on the finish." James Suckling

Vulcaia Fumé is an immensely dense and aromatic wine that demonstrates its sense of balance in a unique way. Deep, sparkling golden yellow. Impressive richness and opulence of passion fruit and other exotic fruit aromas, then blood orange, elderflower, a touch of iodised salt, flint and a noble spiciness in the finish. Spreads out colossally on the palate, with beautiful melting and excellently integrated wood. The finish shows smoky notes with some sweet vanilla and caramel cream. A Sauvignon Bianco the likes of which cannot be found again in Italy. SUPERIORE.DE

"Brilliant intense straw yellow with light reflections. In the nose fine and elegant aromas of flint, some salt stone, noble spice and toast aroma as well as hints of tropical fruit and sage. Creamy and rich on the palate, with well-integrated use of wood, lingers very long on the palate." Falstaff

Strong, bright straw yellow. Characterful, youthful and rich bouquet of dried nectarines, peach, yellow apple, mint and a fresh hint of almond. The depth of its texture contrasts perfectly with the zesty acids, minerals and notes of sour apples, but always retains a sense of balanced ripeness. The finish is long and structured and seems to slowly melt on the palate, leaving behind savoury spices and a fine tannin. It already has a lot to offer, but should age a little more in the bottle for more structure and elegance. Beautiful vertical Garganega interpretation from a small single vineyard in the Carbonare area. SUPERIORE.DE

"Intense floral and mineral character to this with notes of ripe pineapple on the nose that grow in intensity on the medium-to full-bodied palate, before giving way to a long and tight, almond-milk and mineral finish. I like the progression through this." James Suckling

"The 2019 Soave Classico Carbonare is pretty and understated, yet with a lovely sweetness mixing peach with stone dust and hints of wet slate. This is round yet delicate, with a salty flourish that evolves into tart orchard fruits and spice. A primary concentration saturates long through the structured finale, with a citrus rind intensity that lingers. This is a hugely promising and powerful vintage of Carbonare." Vinous

Inama's Garganega flagship is named after the wide terraces with rows of old Garganega vines trained in beads on Monte Foscarino. In 2019, thanks to the optimal orientation and careful cultivation, a selection of the best grapes was reserved for I Palchi, which will now only be released on the market in the best years in very limited quantities. It is the archetype of a Soave Classico from volcanic soils and a more than successful, independent interpretation of the Garganega grape.

Deep, rich straw yellow colour. Delicate, highly elegant nose of white flowers, stone fruit and meadow herbs, rounded off with a lovely spiciness and a hint of flint. Full-bodied on the palate, with a firm creaminess, dense, ripe fruit and complex, mineral components. A dream in velvet and silk, carried by a well-proportioned acidity and with an impressive final. SUPERIORE.DE

"The Inama 2020 Soave Classico Foscarino Grande Cuvée I Palchi has spent an extra year in oak barrel and shows some evolution with dusty mineral flavours framing stone fruit, peach and tropical notes. It is a soft, full-bodied white wine from a sunny and hot vintage that offers a higher degree of opulence and a subtle hint of sweetness on the finish." Wine Advocate

"Intense straw yellow colour with a drop of gold. The nose initially has salty hints, then noble, toasted wood, hazelnuts, quinces and a little dried pineapple, with a white chocolate aftertaste. Very creamy on the palate, very fresh and very juicy, shows great balance and a lot of tension, light creaminess supports the saltiness, balanced for a long time and very complex." Falstaff

"Aromas of freshly cut white flowers, almonds, peaches and melons gradually unfold. The mineral-driven palate highlights the wine's distinctiveness, with apple and lemon undertones. Layered and textured, this wine will evolve beautifully with age." Wine Enthusiast

"The 2020 Soave Classico I Palchi Foscarino Grande Cuvée unfolds slowly in the glass, becoming more floral with time as the aromas of crushed stone and flowers, undergrowth and pear transform. It is silky smooth, with a balanced and attractive sweetness and juicy acids that motivate the ripe apple and green melon flavours within. Then the minerality emerges, mingling with pretty inner flowers and ginger spice on the long and structured final. This wine could develop into a masterpiece. The Foscarino Grande Cuvée was aged exclusively in thirty-five hectolitre barrels in 2020." Vinous

"Beautiful nose of white peaches, mango, jasmine, waxed grapefruit, thyme and a hint of salted sourdough. Pronounced salty, ashy minerality. Medium-bodied, lively and structured. Stony and crisp, yet creamy and flavourful. A serious Soave. The second vintage of an old grape variety from the historic, volcanic vineyards of Monte Foscarino." James Suckling

Inama's flagship Garganega is named after the wide terraces with rows of old Garganega vines raised in beads on Monte Foscarino. In 2019, thanks to the optimal exposure and careful management, a selection of the best grapes has been reserved for I Palchi, which from now on will be released in highly manageable quantities only in the best years. It is the archetype of a Soave Classico from volcanic soils and a more than successful, independent interpretation of the Garganega grape.

Deep, rich straw yellow. Delicate, highly elegant nose of white flowers, stone fruits, meadow herbs, rounded off by a beautiful spiciness and some flint. On the palate, full-bodied, with a firm creaminess, dense, ripe fruit and complex, mineral components. A dream in velvet and silk, carried by a well-proportioned acidity and with an impressive final. SUPERIORE.DE

"The Soave Classico Foscarino Grande Cuvée I Palchi 2021 is what they describe as the most representative target for this wine. Made from 100% Garganega, the wine is beautifully structured and fresh, almost crisp and very detailed with peach, honeydew melon, exotic fruits and crushed oyster shells. I Palchi consists of terraced vineyards with 50 to 60 year old vines, raised with a pergola-rafter system. Garganega is a very vigorous grape variety. The choice of oak is carefully considered here." Wine Advocate

"Bright, radiant straw yellow with an elegant green reflex. Appealing nose, of ripe lemon, cold smoke, exotic undertones, candied pineapple, sugared coconut, cold herbal tea on the final. Very nice melt on the palate, with racy salty undertones, polished, with nice play, mouth watering on the final and with fine length." Falstaff

"Wow. This is fantastic with mangoes, lemons, pears and a hint of vanilla. Also mineral. Full-bodied with bright fruit and a lively finish. Lots of minerality. A selection of Inama's best grapes in the Grand Cru Foscarino. Excellent." James Suckling

1997 saw the birth of Bradisismo, named after the geological event that led to the formation of the Colli Berici. It is a successful symbiosis of the intense, concentrated aroma of ripe cherries of Cabernet Sauvignon and the lively, spicy notes of Carmenere. With its bouquet of small dark berries, spices, pepper and chocolate, it is a wonderfully affordable alternative to the big Bordeaux blends or Supertuscans. Velvety texture on the palate, with a seamless mix of dark fruits, cherries, floral notes and fine tannins gliding across the palate. Deep, long finish and very good ageing potential. SUPERIORE.DE

"Dark ruby red with a violet core. In the nose scent of cassis, pickled forest fruits and green pepper, in addition bitter chocolate and black pepper. On the palate fruit-driven, present tannins, animating drinking flow, persistent and with a fine saltiness in the finish." Falstaff

"Spicy and darkly floral, the 2019 Cabernet Bradisismo opens slowly in the glass with exotic spices and crushed rocks giving way to black currants. This is cool-toned and racy in style, holding its power in reserve as a wave of ripe red and black fruits drench the palate in youthful concentration. Saline minerals mingle with gruff tannins through the long and structured finale." Vinous

"A balanced and lively blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Carmenere. Plums, blueberries, dark cherries, undergrowth, leaves, sweet tobacco and a hint of black olives. Medium to full body with fine, firm tannins. Structured and textured with dark berries and some chocolate character on the palate. Earthy with a hint of spice on the long finish. Best from 2025." James Suckling

1997 saw the birth of Bradisismo, named after the geological event that led to the formation of the Colli Berici. It is a successful symbiosis of the intense, concentrated aroma of ripe cherries of Cabernet Sauvignon and the lively, spicy notes of Carmenere. With its bouquet of small dark berries, spices, pepper and chocolate, it is a wonderfully affordable alternative to the big Bordeaux blends or Supertuscans. Strong, powerful red with good proportions. Dense aromas of ripe plums, blackberries and dried cherries define its compelling personality. SUPERIORE.DE

"Deep black/purple. Cedar oak, baked stones, ripe black fruit and flint. Rich black fruit holds the firm, slightly grainy tannins. Spicy mid palate and finish. Distinctive and food-friendly." Jancis Robinson

"A pronounced nose that beguiles you with its notes of cherry compote, darkly spiced licorice, tar, light vanilla and blackcurrants. Trim and foursquare on the palate, due to the firmness and vivacity of the tannins, but generous and endearing. Medium to full body and a velvety finish." James Suckling