Gambero-Rosso

Illuminati's Montepulciano d'Abruzzo Riparosso has a sweet scent of violets and lavender, followed by crushed blackberries and chalk dust. It washes over the palate with soft textures and ripe wild berries, contrasted towards the end by sour citrus fruits. It finishes perfumed and with admirable length, leaving a layer of dusty tannins that tug at the cheeks. Very Italian - very well made. SUPERIORE.DE

"The 2022 Montepulciano d'Abruzzo Riparosso opens with a dark floral blend of wilted violets and lavender that fades into crushed blackberries and sage. It is soft and round with a silky texture and an abundance of ripe red and black fruits. A salty minerality adds tension to the 2022's finish with medium length and soft tannins." Vinous

"Plum, cherry jam, aniseed and sweet spices on the nose. Full-bodied, with powdery tannins and cinnamon-like spice notes on the finish. Also spicy." James Suckling

"The nose is tangy and earthy, with aromas of cherry, blackberry, blood orange, fennel and topsoil. The oranges and blackberries take center stage on the palate, although lean tannins and vibrant acid accentuate the earthiness." Wine Enthusiast

Purple ruby red colour. Pure Lambrusco - made predominantly from Lambrusco Salamino - with a creamy, fresh, tangy flavour, a fine elderberry note and beautiful acidity. SUPERIORE.DE

"Dark purple; stale-berry, not intense, appealing; juicy acidity, stale-fruity, good tartness." Merum

A richly nuanced aroma of yellow fruit, with ever new facets of green apple, lime zest, gooseberry and fennel in the glass. A great structure on the palate with a crisp bite and plenty of fresh berry fruit. The finish is very pleasant. SUPERIORE.DE

"Delicate, pale straw yellow with silver reflections. Ripe fruit of peach and pear, citrus blossom and a hint of vanilla on the nose. Delicate fruit melt on the palate, juicy and with a certain saltiness." Falstaff

Ripe fruit-scented Primitivo di Manduria, whose fruit is perfectly matched to the amount of wood and whose dense flavour ends with pleasant cocoa notes. SUPERIORE.DE

"A fresh and simple primitivo with red-plum and raspberry aromas and flavors. Medium body with light but tight tannins adding a touch of firmness to the finish." James Suckling

Intense aroma of ripe, fleshy red fruit, elderberries and roasted coffee. Warm, enveloping and full-bodied, unfolds with plenty of fruit flavour and soft tannins. SUPERIORE.DE

Cerros Rosso di Montepulciano impresses with a sweet, fragrant bouquet of violets, lavender, allspice and wild blueberries. It is soft and supple with ripe wild berries and juicy acidity. It leaves a layer of gentle tannins and blackberries that taper off slightly spicy and with medium length. SUPERIORE.DE

"A fleshy red that has aromas of cherries, licorice, mushrooms and dark plums. It’s medium- to full-bodied with medium-chewy, slightly grainy tannins." James Suckling

Peaches and golden apples on the nose, with some thyme and camomile. Also some salty olives. Full-bodied and full of flavour, with a salty freshness to counterbalance the rich yellow fruit. A wonderfully drinkable white wine. SUPERIORE.DE

"Beautifully lively on the palate, bright fruit and floral notes of lemon peel, white flowers and yeast notes, with a pleasant mineral note." Decanter

"Sliced pear, lemon and peach aromas, with salty olive undertones. It’s fresh and creamy with a medium body and a tasty, saline finish." James Suckling

Bestseller Casal di Serra is a wonderfully fruity, well-balanced Verdicchio with fine minerality and freshness. Bright straw yellow in colour. Very flavoursome, with a good structure and racy acidity. Thanks to its subtle flavour, it is a good companion for many occasions and one of the most popular whites in our range. SUPERIORE.DE

"Lemons, biscuits and mussels on the nose. A hint of acacia honey. It's crisp and tangy with a medium body and a flavoursome, waxy finish." James Suckling

"Light golden yellow with sparkling reflections. Medium intensity on the nose with hints of apricots and nectarines, followed by some thyme and jasmine. Clearer on the palate, with more pressure and more present fruit, slightly fruity until the medium-long final." Falstaff

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

This Sicilian cuvée is beautifully textured, harmonious and rich. It has a seductive aroma of honeydew melon, banana and herbs with a crisp freshness. A remarkable, dry white wine with a good balance between acidity and fruit and lasting persistence. Very good value. SUPERIORE.DE

"Strong, intense straw yellow colour. Aromas of ripe yellow stone fruit, exotic fruit and yellow flowers on the nose. Juicy, drinky and slightly salty on the palate." Falstaff

Delightful drinking pleasure from organically certified cultivation at a sensational price! The dark and incredibly dense Rosso Piceno smells slightly sweet of berries with hints of plum. Its powerful consistency is supported by juicy, very soft tannins. A wine full of character and its own. 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

"Sensibly under screw cap, a fair closure for this type of sharp, mineral, medium-bodied white wine. And it's very good too, albeit in a more traditional form. Orchard fruits, jasmine and a hint of tangerine peel, marking a noble bitter finish of excellent persistence. Very easy to drink. Lasting." James Suckling

Filippo Baldassare Fanti produces a round, supple Rosso with his Sassomagno from predominantly Sangiovese and Merlot. Cleanly vinified, intense in aroma and flavour, with slightly vanilla-like aromas, gentle tannins and pleasant acidity. An excellent drinking wine and also an accompaniment to typical Tuscan grilled dishes. SUPERIORE.DE

Brilliant straw yellow colour. Fine bouquet of citrus fruits with strong, floral notes of jasmine, star fruit and orange blossom. Fresh and balanced on the palate, tangy hints of lime and grapefruit, good length. SUPERIORE.DE

"A delicious single-vineyard Grillo from the Salina area of Marsala in western Sicily. Pithy, saline and zesty, it's really bright and fresh, with touches of peach, passion fruit and orange peel making this very enjoyable." Decanter

"Fresh and mineral Grillo with lively citrus fruit and hints of white flowers and crushed stones. Medium-bodied, clean and crisp on the palate. Lively and vertical with a flavourful finish." James Suckling

Very light red colour with a lively, persistent foam. Smells of wild strawberries, cherries, pomegranate juice, wild flowers and aromatic herbs. Fresh and fruity flavour, taut, dry and elegant. Beautiful length. SUPERIORE.DE

"Raspberry pink; notes of red berries, violets; red-fruity, juicy acidity, dry." Merum

"Bright cherry red colour with a brightening rim and a persistent head. A very inviting nose of cherries, almond flakes, a potpourri of violets and rose petals, with minimal earthy notes on the finish that add complexity. Excellently integrated perlage, juicy cherry fruit, light-footed yet complex, lingers for a long time, contemporary drinking pleasure." Falstaff

Intense, bright lemon yellow colour. It caresses the nose and palate with aromatic floral notes and yellow-fleshed fruit with traces of minty freshness. Full of energy, with vigour and expressiveness right to the finish, this clear and balanced white wine from the trendy Sicilian Grillo variety offers exemplary value. SUPERIORE.DE

"Bright, pronounced straw yellow colour. Pleasant with a delicate nose of yellow peach and white flowers, with a hint of marzipan underneath. Clear and light-footed on the palate, animating acidity, beautiful drinking flow through to the finish." Falstaff

The dense, well-articulated Tuscan Montecucco Rosso Rigoleto made predominantly from organically grown Sangiovese grapes is extremely drinkable. The bouquet beguiles with beautiful aromas of dried plums and dark cherries. The focused and lively flavour is very attractive. SUPERIORE.DE

"Sounds of small forest fruits and Mediterranean macchia; compact structure, fine-grained tannins, lots of dark cherry fruit and herbs on the final. A Mediterranean Rosso." Vinum

"Bright, intense ruby red with brightening edges. Pleasant aroma of cherries, redcurrants and some spice on the nose. Precise fruit flavours on the palate with a fine acidity curve, pleasant drinking flow." Falstaff

"A fresh, simple red wine from Montecucco, showing light cherry and some pomegranate, geranium and potpourri. Crisp and medium-bodied on the palate, with fresh red fruit flavours and a chewy finish." James Suckling

"This red is supple yet well-structured, featuring cherry, raspberry, floral and mineral flavors. The dense tannins provide support, but they aren't overbearing and should fall into place over the next six months to a year." Wine Spectator

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

Villa Torre is the family winery's bestseller and comes from vines that are around 25 years old. Light straw-yellow in colour. Fresh floral aromas of nectarines, pears, lime and yellow apples. Soft on the palate, interwoven with sweet spices and framed by fresh, lively acidity, then citrus fruit and traces of minerals in the second half. A thoroughly energetic, exciting white wine with a high drinking flow. SUPERIORE.DE

"Bright, sparkling golden yellow colour. Fruity and exotic on the nose of juicy mirabelle plums, plus subtle pineapple and passion fruit. Nice tension on the palate, fresh, with crisp fruit and a slightly salty note, above-average length on the finish." Falstaff

"A restrained wine with white pepper, minerals and lanolin. It’s youthful, with a graceful and enticing touch of mint. The attack is smooth, with a silky texture, a medium body, crisp acidity and a lean, savory aftertaste. From organically grown grapes." James Suckling

Concerto is an extremely elegant, perfectly balanced Lambrusco. Purple ruby colour, fine foam. Clear and flawless dark fruity blackberry aroma, round, fresh and animating dry, tart and spicy flavour. SUPERIORE.DE

"This elegant Lambrusco is fresh and focused, with a slightly chalky mousse that carries a well-blended palette of crushed blackberry, tangerine peel, fragrant sandalwood and anise, violets, smoke and graphite notes." Wine Spectator

"Inky dark-violet notes, both fresh and dried, dominate the nose, accompanied by an abundance of plum and blackberry aromas. On the palate, rich, succulent, and mouthwatering black cherries and currants take center stage, creating a wine that truly tastes you back. Zippy acidity and fine tannins provide a well-balanced structure, making this Lambrusco a delightful and engaging." Wine Enthusiast

A flattering and thoroughly elegant wine. Intense notes of sour cherry and citrus fruit on the nose, with a fine, balsamic spiciness and hints of bay leaf, bitter chocolate and nuts. Soft on the palate, polished tannins and harmonious acidity, balsamic and long on the finish. SUPERIORE.DE

Rosso Piancarda is intensely flavoured and perfumed, with medicinal cherries and raspberries complemented by dusty roses and sweet cedar wood notes. On the palate, Piancarda turns to the savoury spectrum. Salty and full of savoury minerality, it shows spicy red fruits, a hint of plum and a lively acidity that keeps the expression fresh. The grippy tannins remain until the final, while the notes of sour citrus fruits and tart berries slowly fade away. SUPERIORE.DE

"A peppery burst of wild herbs, chalk dust and crushed blackberries defines the 2021 Rosso Conero Piancarda. This is silky-smooth and round, with ripe red and blue fruits swirling across a vibrant acidity stream. Crunchy mineral tones add form to the finish, and fine tannins and a black licorice tang gradually fade. The Piancarda is a varietal Montepulciano." Vinous

The grapes for Maurizio Castelli's new, crisp and fresh white wines come from a vineyard on Monte Bottigli, a "forteto" known to the locals for its wild and impenetrable nature. They ripen with a view of the panorama of the Tuscan archipelago and ideally embody the maritime character of the Maremma. Bright yellow with a bouquet characterised by floral and yellow-fleshed fruit aromas. On the palate, it has a medium structure, complexity and persistence, and its freshness makes it extremely enjoyable in the glass. For us, Costa Ovest is the ideal summer wine! SUPERIORE.DE