Agricola Allegrini Valpolicella DOC
One of the leading wineries in the Valpolicella region of Italy's Veneto. This generous and ripe traditional Valpolicella is all about leather, roasted almond, ripe currants and sour cherry. The palate is mellow, with fine tannins and a sour cherry finish.
Cantine Pra Soave Classico 'Otto' DOC
The wine has an attractive lemon colour and a bouquet bursting with notes of flowers and crisp fruit. Aromas of hawthorn and jasmine are particularly prominent, as are exotic yellow and white fruits such as peach and apricots. On the palate, the wine is medium bodied and flavoursome, full of fruit, with clear mineral notes. The wine is easy drinking and has an aftertaste of hazelnuts and nutshells. 100% Garganega, from 30-60 year old vines. The grapes are pressed softly before undergoing fermentation at 16 - 18 degrees C. The wine is fermented and matured in stainless steel vats. Located in the heart of the Soave Classico DOC near Verona, Cantine Pra is run by brothers Sergio and Graziano Pra, the former tending the estates 25 hectares of vineyards and the latter in charge of the cantine. The Pra range of wines are considered to be one of the benchmarks for the region including the Soave Classico, an un-oaked Soave Classico Superiore, Monte Grande, the barrique aged Soave Classico Colle Sant' Antonio and a stunning Recioto di Soave Classico. A producer that is totally in tune with their terroir and what the varieties Garganega and Trebbiano are capable of delivering in the glass.
Chiara Condello Predappio Sangiovese
San Marzano Sessantanni
The San Marzano Sessantanni 2019 is a stunning wine from the Puglia region of Italy. This vintage showcases the exceptional quality and craftsmanship that San Marzano is known for. Upon pouring, this wine displays a deep, ruby red color that immediately catches the eye. On the nose, aromas of ripe blackberries, plums, and cherries mingle with hints of vanilla and dark chocolate. The palate is rich and full-bodied, with layers of dark fruits, spices, and a touch of oak. The tannins are smooth and well-integrated, providing a velvety texture to the wine. The finish is long and satisfying, leaving a lingering taste of dark fruits and a touch of smokiness. This is a wine that truly embodies the essence of Puglia and is sure to please any wine lover. Enjoy it now or cellar it for a few years to experience its full potential.
Federici DOC Rosso Collezione Oro
Bright ruby red. On the nose it is ample, with notes of ripe red fruit that blend well with notes of licorice and spices. The taste is robust and full-bodied thanks to well-present tannins that blend well with the structure of the product. Its peculiar acidity, well balanced, increases its freshness and the finish in the mouth. It is recommended to decant the product 30 minutes before tasting it
San Marzano Collezione Cinquanta +6 Non-Vintage
The San Marzano Collezione Cinquanta +6 NV is a true testament to the rich winemaking tradition of Puglia, Italy. Crafted by the esteemed San Marzano winery, this vintage NV blend is a bold and complex red wine that demands attention. On the nose, this wine exudes intense aromas of ripe cherries, plums, and a hint of spice, with subtle notes of oak and tobacco in the background. The vibrant ruby red hue is a feast for the eyes, promising a full-bodied and robust palate. On the palate, the Collezione Cinquanta +6 delivers on its promise, with a smooth and velvety texture that coats the mouth. The flavors of dark fruits, including blackberries and currants, are balanced by a touch of vanilla and a lingering smokiness. This wine is a perfect example of the quality and craftsmanship that has made San Marzano a household name in Italian winemaking. Enjoy it with a hearty meal or savor it on its own, either way, it is sure to leave a lasting impression.
Massolino Barbera D'Alba
Barbera can be a bit of a chameleon, so let's set the record straight immediately; this wine falls into the pure-fruited, punchy, lighter bodied, good-times category. Pure, black cherry, raspberry, nettle and anise aromas and flavours - perfumed and engaging - it has both sweet and savoury notes and more than enough structure to keep the palate fresh. It also showcases the finesse that is so typical of Massolino's wines. Matured in stainless steel and concrete tanks, this wine hails from a 2.2-hectare limestone-rich vineyard in Serralunga d'Alba where the vines are between 10 and 35 years of age.
Cantine Pra Valpolicella 'La Morandina' DOC
Bright red colour with tints of purple. The mineral notes in the wine are accentuated with the period of maturation in the bottle. The nose is of sharp spice and berries. On the palate it has good acidity and freshness. The persistent tannins give harmony to the wine, with an aftertaste of black pepper and currant. Light drying period of 20 days. The grapes are destemmed, pressed and vinified with delestage method. Alcoholic fermentation followed by malolactic one in vertical stainless steel vats. 3-6 months ageing in 20hl oak cask of Allier. Located in the heart of the Soave Classico DOC near Verona, Cantine Pra is run by brothers Sergio and Graziano Pra, the former tending the estates 25 hectares of vineyards and the latter in charge of the cantine. The Pra range of wines are considered to be one of the benchmarks for the region including the Soave Classico, an un-oaked Soave Classico Superiore, Monte Grande, the barrique aged Soave Classico Colle Sant' Antonio and a stunning Recioto di Soave Classico. A producer that is totally in tune with their terroir and what the varieties Garganega and Trebbiano are capable of delivering in the glass.
Maretti Barolo
A wonderful Barolo from Maretti showcasing great value for the region. The colour is dark garnet with ruby highlights. It has a clear-cut, intense nose with overtones of roses, spices, earthy undertones with nuanced vanilla notes. The taste is dry, but soft, full-bodied, velvety and well balanced, and is very long-lasting. Classic Barolo like this works well with rich braised meat dishes or a mushroom risotto.