Robert Parker

Hervorragender, reinsortiger Sangiovese zu einem Spitzenpreis: Rubinrot, kräftiges, sehr typisches Bouquet nach dunklen Beeren, Tabak und Leder, am Gaumen gut strukturiert mit Kirsch- und Pflaumennoten, ausgezeichnete Länge und eleganter, feinfruchtiger Nachklang. SUPERIORE.DE

"This wine definitely took me by surprise. I did not expect the density or the richness that you get with the 2017 Sangiovese from Italy's tiny Molise region. This hot-vintage expression of a grape planted across central Italy (mostly in the Tuscany and Emilia-Romagna regions) offers unique concentration and darkness here in Southern Italy. From afar, it could be mistaken for a Cabernet or a Merlot. The aromas are also atypical. Here, you get stronger elements of black cherry, spice and pencil shavings. This mid-weight wine delivers terrific value." Robert Parker

"Light raisin character and lots of smoky oak. Full-bodied, round and juicy with velvety tannins." James Suckling

Reinsortiger Nero d'Avola, benannt nach dem Lago di Disueri, einem See in der Provinz Caltanissetta mitten in Sizilien. Tiefdunkles Rot, intensiv nach dunklen Früchten duftend mit einem Hauch Eukalyptus. Kräftig und rund am Gaumen, geschmeidig und lang. SUPERIORE.DE

"Sehr intensives, kraftvolles Rubinrot. Filigrane und einladende Nase nach reifen Kirschen, Waldbeere und frischer Zwetschke. Zeigt am Gaumen ordentlich Präsenz mit wuchtigem Mundeintritt, entfaltet sich breit, endet dann auf Grund des jungen Tannins leicht trocknend." Falstaff

"The 2017 Sicilia Nero d'Avola Disueri (packaged with a glass cork) pours from the bottle with inky black, almost purple intensity. I have rarely seen this darkness with Nero d'Avola. Made with fruit from a very hot vintage (farmed at the inland Tenuta San Giacomo vineyard), the bouquet delivers dense, heavy fruit with blackberry preserves, black olive and scorched earth. No oak is used in the winemaking process." Robert Parker

"This is quite sweet and rich with a ton of blackberries and delicate herb and spice notes. Beautiful balance, thanks to the lively acidity and fresh tannins. Long, licorice finish." James Suckling

Hexenbichler ist ein beliebter Roter aus überwiegend Vernatsch mit Spielarten wie Klein-, Mittel-, und Grauvernatsch sowie einem kleinen Teil Lagrein und Pinot Nero. Angenehm füllig, anhaltend und rund. Die große Harmonie ist den geringen Erträgen und der (früher üblichen) Sortenvielfalt zu verdanken. SUPERIORE.DE

"The 2017 Alto Adige Schiava Hexenbichler opens to a classic color for the grape that is ruby with pale garnet highlights. The bouquet flows forth with wild berry aromas backed by flinty tones of ash and tar. The Schiava grape often shows those dark, slightly reductive aromas. In fact, this is a difficult grape to make into wine, especially if you are intent on keeping the bouquet so pristine. Shorter maceration times and careful pump-overs help to achieve these results. This is a very nice expression." Robert Parker

Funkelnd rubinrot mit intensivem Duft nach reifen Waldbeeren, konzentriert, vollfruchtig und doch elegant der Geschmack, der in einem frischen, geschmeidigen Abgang ausklingt. SUPERIORE.DE

"The 2016 Benuara (closed with a glass cork) is made with fruit sourced from the estate's Presti and Pegni vineyards in Monreale, and these sites are identified on the front label. This is a mid-weight blend of 70% Nero d'Avola and 30% Syrah that offers an accessible and forthcoming drinking style. There is a subtle note of sunny ripeness on the bouquet, with a point of cherry marmalade, but the wine ultimately delivers a tight and focused mouthfeel. Most of the wine (80%) is aged in steel, and the remaining percentage goes into large oak casks." Robert Parker

"There is not a touch of overripeness to this nevertheless explosive nose of blackcurrants, mulberries, bark, herbs, even beet, slate, iodine and spices. Medium-bodied with driven acidity, fine tannins and tons of fruit on the finish. So delicious." James Suckling

Der strohgelbe Somereto duftet fruchtig und intensiv nach reifer Banane und anderen tropischen Früchten. Am Gaumen voluminös und sehr nachhaltig mit angenehmer Säure. Ein moderner Cosmopolit mit schöner Kraft. SUPERIORE.DE

"The 2018 Alto Adige Chardonnay Somereto is executed in a fresh and snappy style with bright citrus notes that pop from the bouquet with flashes of bright intensity. This is a crisp and delightful white wine that will add a sparkle to any easy seafood or vegetable-based recipe. The wine is fermented at low temperatures in steel vats and aged on the fine lees for a brief six months." Robert Parker

"A delicious chardonnay with sliced cooked apples and light honey and cream undertones. Medium body. Layered and flavorful." James Suckling

Ramitello beeindruckt mit einer immensen Duftfülle von intensiven Aromen roter Früchte und zarten balsamischen Noten. Warm und voll ist der Geschmack, dessen reiche Fruchttöne mit einem Hauch Lakritz gewürzt sind. SUPERIORE.DE

"Here's another terrific value buy from Di Majo Norante. This wine delivers lots of black fruit, tar, spice and tobacco. The intensity of the wine is very good despite the difficult vintage. This is a mid-weight red with rich fiber and density at the back." Robert Parker

"A fascinating red with tobacco, granite, and dark berry aromas that follow through to a full body, round and velvety tannins. Juicy finish. Savory. A blend of montepulciano and aglianico." James Suckling

Klassischer Weißburgunder mit dem Duft reifer Äpfel und Birnen. Eleganter, ausgewogener, harmonischer Geschmack. Finado ist kein bisschen verspielt oder gar einfach gestrickt, sondern wirkt sehr erlesen. SUPERIORE.DE

"You get terrific value here. The 2018 Alto Adige Pinot Bianco Finado is an honest and transparent wine that delivers a classic portrait of this beautifully versatile white grape. The wine opens to aromas of white peach, pear and Golden Delicious apple, all delivered in steady and equal doses. That harmonious evenness is indeed the most admirable quality of this vintage." Robert Parker

"Gorgeous sliced pears and white pineapple with a mineral and fresh lemon-grass undertone. Medium body, pretty fruit and a crisp finish." James Suckling

Feiner, leicht aromatischer Sauvignon mit dem typisch eigenwilligen, an Brennnessel und Holunder erinnernden Sortenbouquet. Am Gaumen wunderbar lebendige Frucht mit Noten von grünem Paprika und Stachelbeere und einer herzhaften Säure. SUPERIORE.DE

"Brennessel, Holunderblüte; Süße, pflanzlich-fruchtig, gute Länge, sehr angenehm." Merum

"Honeysuckle and exotic fruit aromas lead the nose. On the savory light-bodied palate, fresh acidity brightens honeydew melon, grapefruit and a hint of saline." (Editors Choice) Wine Enthusiast

"I have not tasted this wine in a number of years, so it was a pleasure to come back to Cantina Tramin's 2018 Alto Adige Sauvignon. Just hitting the market now, this is a beautifully fragrant expression that shows extreme varietal purity and clarity. A sour touch of citrusy freshness is followed by acacia flower, honey and tropical fruit. The bright aromas are beautifully balanced against the tight and snappy mouthfeel. The wine offers terrific value." Robert Parker

Antisa - der fruchtige, kräuterwürzige, frische, duftende Catarratto - ist sehr trinkig und handwerklich perfekt. SUPERIORE.DE

"The 2017 Sicilia Catarratto Antisa Tenuta Regaleali opens to a light and tonic appearance. It follows suit with fresh aromas of lemon zest, white peach and blanched almond. Winemaking takes place in stainless steel, and the wine is aged on the fine lees for four months. This gives it some extra volume and texture on the close." Robert Parker

"Aromas of white flowers, rose petals, white peppers and candied fruits. Full body, a round and creamy texture and a beautiful, clear finish." James Suckling

Ausdrucksstarkes Bouquet mit Noten von gelben Früchten und Haselnuss, dann Aromen exotischer Früchte und Honig. Ganz wunderbar persistent und elegant im Geschmack. SUPERIORE.DE

"The Villa Matilde 2017 Fiano di Avellino Tenute di Altavilla offers more spectacular value from the folks at Villa Matilde. This wine hits all the right spots in terms of freshness, intensity and primary fruit. The Fiano grape offers soothing flavors of poached pear and Golden Delicious apple. This expression renders sharp mineral definition as well, with crushed oyster shell and rain-soaked granite. Zesty freshness makes for an exciting and refreshing white wine." Robert Parker

"Aromas of green apples, kiwis and quince to this young fiano. Full body, dense texture and a bright and flavorful finish." James Suckling

Helles Rubinrot. Bric del Salto interpretiert auf direkte und klassische Art die berühmte piemonteser Rebsorte. Fruchtiges Bouquet verbindet sich mit der für Neive typischen Würze. Am Gaumen wiederum klar, mit präziser Frucht, der richtigen Dosis feinen Tannins - und über allem liegt eine begeisternde Frische. SUPERIORE.DE

"The fruit is delicate, and the mineral notes come out very strongly here. It is almost crunchy in terms of mouthfeel. This was a hot year, but you’d never know it with this wine because it has an oddly cool-climate personality. It's very floral and delicate on the nose with notes of blossoming rose. There is a refined or, you might say, even traditional side to this wine that you don’t often see in its peers." Robert Parker

Duftig frisch und anschmiegsam, aromatische Fülle und reichlich Frucht. Ein herrlicher Dolcetto im tadellosen Stil des Hauses Clerico. SUPERIORE.DE

"This 2017 Langhe Dolcetto Visadì is an against-the-grain presentation that aims to show what this variety can achieve. The fruit represents a blend of various sites, with some adding structure (Mosconi and San Pietro) and Ginestra adding elegance. Five days of maceration tempers the naturally rustic side of the grape. The result is an easygoing and imminently drinkable expression that is nicely fruity and perfumed. It's a very fresh and bright Dolcetto that would pair perfectly with any simple pasta and meat sauce combination." Robert Parker