Luca Maroni

Dark purple colour. Very inviting blackberry-woody fruit notes on the nose, medium body, fine-subtle sweetness. Beautifully fresh and fruity on the palate and juicy with a fine, tart finish. SUPERIORE.DE

"Dark ruby purple with a subtle head. Dried violets and Amarena cherries on the nose, with a light herbal aftertaste. Rich, dark fruit on the palate, reminiscent of blackcurrant syrup, also shows clear tannins, good balance between freshness and sweetness, drinks well." Falstaff

Rupicolo smells of dried cherries and hints of sage and camphor. It is silky and round in texture, with ripe red and black fruits that give way to a salty and savoury impression towards the end. A hint of fine tannins lingers on the medium-long final, along with juicy wild berries and spices. SUPERIORE.DE

Campirosa Cerasuolo only gradually unfolds its fresh strawberry and cherry flavours, which are adorned with sweet flowers. The palate is silky-soft and very convincing with its ripe red fruits and juicy acidity. A hint of liquorice, exotic spices and nuanced tannins emerge on the finish and seem to linger for almost a minute. Campirosa is already a charming favourite when young, but can also mature for another year in the cellar. SUPERIORE.DE

Fresh cuvée made predominantly from Trebbiano, typical of Abruzzo. Very harmonious and beautifully fruity in aroma and flavour. SUPERIORE.DE

Strong, bright dark pink colour. Fresh, fruity, mild and balanced, the Cantalupi Rosé is made predominantly from Negroamaro. Balanced and harmonious on the palate, well-integrated acidity with well-balanced fruit. Delicate tannins give it weight, structure and character. SUPERIORE.DE

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 spice on the nose. It’s full-bodied with powdery tannins and cinnamon-like spice notes to close. Tangy, too." James Suckling

Vibrant ruby red colour. Opens with notes of violets and roses, laurel, myrtle, thyme and small preserved cherries. The flavour is juicy, fresh and spicy with long fruity notes and dense, well-integrated tannins. From vines over 20 years old. SUPERIORE.DE

"Bright ruby red with a purple-coloured core. Reminiscent of wild strawberries, some oranges, pomegranate and sage on the nose. Taut on the palate, with full-bodied tannins, clear berry fruit and light herbal flavours, still quite youthful on the finish." Falstaff

The very varietal Sauvignon Terre al Monte is straw yellow in colour. The bouquet has hints of plums, green apple and passion fruit. Fresh and savoury on the palate with beautiful fruit and good balance. SUPERIORE.DE

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

Medium ruby colour, beautifully balanced and clear on the nose with black fruits and spicy hints. Berry, dry, delicately bitter, lively and dry-fresh in flavour and finish. Very drinky. SUPERIORE.DE

"Dark purple; fresh, dark berry-fruity, inviting; juicy, berry, clear tannin, delicate sweetness, beautiful Lambrusco." (JLF) Merum

"Aromas of blackberries, black cherries, and currants, both fresh and preserved, meld with dried orange peel and purple flowers on the nose. The palate is characterized by wild herbs, spiced black plums, and a savory, meaty note. A slight tannic edge provides a solid foundation, making this Lambrusco very versatile." Wine Enthusiast

"Cranberry, crunchy strawberry, redcurrant, blueberry and cranberry. Great freshness on the palate, fine mousse and beautiful acidity." Decanter

Typical Vitiano: its colour is deep ruby red and aromas of cherries and berries fill the nose. The generous flavour is beautifully clear, just as we know it, with wonderfully fresh cherry tones with an aromatic vanilla note in the foreground. The youngest Vitiano also has an excellent structure and fine tannins. Already round, full-bodied, juicy and with long-lasting fruit. SUPERIORE.DE

"Aromas of blackberries, graphite and white pepper, leading to a medium body with light, fine tannins and a spicy finish. Delicate and delicious." James Suckling

"The 2022 Rosso Vitiano is a total pleasure on the nose, wafting up with a burst of wild blueberries, lavender and confectionary spice. It is silky-smooth and nearly creamy in texture, with masses of ripe red and blue fruits, gaining balance through a core of brisk acidity. It tapers off with outstanding length and concentration, leaving a pleasantly bitter blackberry tinge to linger on." Vinous

Straw yellow in colour, with a fine, rich aroma of ripe fruit and white flowers, reminiscent of meadow herbs and citrus fruits. Slightly spicy flavour, full-bodied and beautifully persistent. Good balance between structure and softness. SUPERIORE.DE

"A gorgeous nose of citrus blossom and green candied apple provides the perfect frame for a palate that starts with the same notes and then becomes grassy and salty, while the acidity tingles in the mouth." Wine Enthusiast

"A salty and delicious pecorino with notes of dried lemons, spiced apples and warm herbs. It’s medium-bodied with a seductive and tactile feel on the palate. Well driven and succulent with a savory and salty finish." James Suckling

Passerina is an autochthonous grape variety, particularly widespread in Abruzzo and Marche, which has awoken from its slumber in recent years. Pale yellow in colour, with a fresh citrus bouquet with exotic notes and a lovely acidity, it is always a reliable accompaniment to Mediterranean cuisine and is also a delight to drink on its own. SUPERIORE.DE

The Chianti Colli Senesi from Fattoria del Cerro is a dark, lively wine with beautiful fruit, minerality and leather flavours on the nose. Pleasantly round and balanced on the palate. A drinkywine with a certain sophistication. SUPERIORE.DE

"Dried flowers, sour cherries and oranges on the nose. It’s juicy with medium body, easy tannins and zesty acidity." James Suckling

Fresh, floral-scented rosato from Castel del Monte, beautifully accessible and wonderfully fruity in flavour. Soft and juicy on the palate, with a medium body and a beautifully dry finish. A correctly vinified everyday wine that we really enjoy. SUPERIORE.DE

"Bright, intense pink colour. Very fragrant nose of watermelon, raspberry and peach, with rich floral notes on the finish. Accessible, radiant and expressive on the palate, with well-integrated acidity, melting fruit and a long finish, drinks very well." 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

Bright straw yellow in colour. This pure Grillo has an aroma of citrus, melon and fine herbs. The palate is characterised by present, fresh fruit, very juicy and with a mineral, salty aftertaste. SUPERIORE.DE

"Intense, shiny light gold colour. Fragrant nose with aromas of orange blossom, some grapefruit, followed by yellow peach. Opens slightly salty on the palate, straightforward and fresh with a good acidity structure. Lively and juicy. Fresh on the finish." Falstaff

"The 2023 Shamaris is scented with tropical melon, minty herbs and wet stone. It's soft and round, with ripe orchard fruit and pretty flowers gathering over a core of juicy acidity. The 2023 finishes with a crisp feel as notes of lime zest gradually taper off." Vinous

Excellent, single-varietal red wine from the ancient southern Italian Nero di Troia grape. Violante impresses with its delicately aromatic, red berry and delicately smoky bouquet. Fresh in flavour, well-structured and beautifully balanced between fruit and acidity, it is a wonderful accompaniment to food and a very good value everyday wine. SUPERIORE.DE

"Bright, light purple red colour. Medium intensity on the nose, opens on fresh blueberries, violet flavours, subtle spicy notes in the finish. Polished on the palate, then gripping tannins, dense fruit through to the finish." Falstaff

"Mushrooms, bay leaves and black cherries on the nose with a hint of crushed pepper. Lean and flavoursome, medium-bodied, with juicy dark fruits framed by fine tannins." James Suckling

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

The charming Barbera Rosso Fuoco shines ruby red with clear violet reflections. Intense aroma of wild berries, cherries, spices and ripe sour cherries. The palate is characterised by fruit and harmony, a clear structure and a balanced finish. SUPERIORE.DE

"This offers notes of ripe dark berries, walnuts and spices, followed by a medium to full body with compact but supple tannins and a rich core of delicious fruit. Velvety finish." James Suckling

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

Rich straw yellow colour, fresh, floral aroma and clear fruit of white peaches and a hint of honey. The intense flavour is taut and fresh with hints of minerality, round, juicy and long on the finish. We are very surprised by the complexity of this wine for this price range; this is a new generation of Puglia. Good length and Storage potential - ideal with grilled fish dishes, Mediterranean vegetable dishes or light-coloured terrines. SUPERIORE.DE

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