Luca Maroni

An elementary component of Piedmontese drinking culture and probably one of the most underrated wines in Italy with DOCG status: the clearly sparkling Brachetto d'Acqui is light ruby red in colour (with cherry-red foam). The bouquet is very aromatic with notes of nutmeg, rose and violet. The flavour is extremely elegant, reminiscent of strawberries, round and finely balanced between mild sweetness and fruity, very refreshing astringency. SUPERIORE.DE

"Light, bright cherry red with a soft mousseux. Fruity nose of juicy sour cherries, with a hint of violets and bitter almonds. In the mouth with a fine sweetness, beautiful fruit and invigorating freshness, harmonious and persistent." Falstaff

"This wine is full of ripe strawberries, raspberries, red flowers and candied oranges. Sweet but not cloying, fresh and juicy, with a light to medium body and creamy bubbles. Aromatic and bright." James Suckling

"This is a field of berries in a glass! This lightly effervescent sweet wine is pure joy, with aromas and flavours of crushed raspberries, candied cherries and strawberry rhubarb tart, all wrapped up in a fresh, easy-drinking playground for the palate. A wine for warm days and picnics or for that "cheat day" of eating ice cream and berries." Wine Enthusiast

Brilliantly clear and straw yellow in colour, ripe and clean on the nose, dense and full on the palate. A characteristic, aromatic Moscato d'Asti with a fine sweetness and good balance. SUPERIORE.DE

"Sparkling green-yellow with a persistent, delicate perlage. Delicately scented on the nose, with crisp lime, white peach and a hint of sage. Just as crisp, juicy and accessible on the palate, excellent to drink." Falstaff

"It is fresh and flavoursome with aromas of lemons, crushed apples and hints of white tea and chamomile. Medium body and medium sweetness with bright acidity. Concentrated and refreshing. Delicious." James Suckling

"This Moscato d'Asti is an almost flawless combination of fresh and vibrant flavours of white peach and green apples and shines with notes of mint and lemongrass. On the palate, it is bright and refreshing with candied lemon peel, lemon verbena and jasmine, so balanced that the sweetness recedes into the background. Pure joy in the glass." Wine Enthusiast

A top-class Valpolicella, fine and haunting spicy flavour with a full and fleshy fruit development of blackberries and cherries. Medium to full-bodied with good intensity and a firm tannin structure, with a wonderfully pleasant bitter note on the long finish. The delicious harmony between aroma and flavour is a delight. SUPERIORE.DE

Wonderful white wine with an inner freshness and minerality, rounded off with fine peach and citrus flavours. Precise and persistent on the palate, with the primary flavours perfectly developed. Harmonious, complex and yet with an inspiring lightness. SUPERIORE.DE

"A fruity and fleshy white that has aromas and flavors of melon, apricot and honeysuckle. It’s medium- to full-bodied, pure and tasty." James Suckling

Bright yellow organic Vermentino with a small proportion of Grechetto. The idea came from Maurizio Castelli, who also advises the Barberani winery in Umbria. Maurizio Castelli creates this marvellous white wine from the Tuscan coast from a traditional, local blend based on a historical model and always picks the grapes quite late. The nose has a bright aroma of apple, pear, flint and a certain exoticism. Complex and full on the palate, the rich flavour is accompanied by an invigorating, fresh acidity right through to the long final. SUPERIORE.DE

"Intense straw yellow colour. Pleasant aroma of ripe fruit, honey and wild herbs on the nose. Fine acidity on the palate, firm structure, great citrus notes and final lingering final." Falstaff

"This wine is waxy and citrusy with notes of dried lemons, savoury herbs and hints of tropical fruit and caramel. Juicy and racy with a medium body. Firm and a little phenolic, with crisp, energetic acidity." James Suckling

Full-bodied, appealing interpretation of the grape variety. A colourful potpourri of dried berries, violets, chocolate and hints of fresh tar on the nose. Firm on the palate, the well-structured tannins guide this savoury wine into a tasty, long finish. SUPERIORE.DE

"Ruby red with cherry-red reflections. Inviting nose of red peach and damson plum, some coffee grounds, subtle aftertaste of sealing wax. Creamy on the palate, with a fine melting texture, juicy and of medium length." Falstaff

"A fresh Nebbiolo that offers bright, raspberry-like fruit and a hint of fresh oak. Medium-bodied, the oak is well integrated into the blend and the tannins only show a slightly rough character at the end." James Suckling

Brentino, made from Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon, is a great wine at a comparatively low price. Ruby red with garnet reflections, the bouquet is fruity with ripe berries, some hay and liquorice. The complex flavour is full and long-lasting with aromas of cassis and a little vanilla. SUPERIORE.DE

Sparkling dark ruby red in colour, this rich Primitivo has a balsamic aroma of dark fruits, graphite and cherries. Lots of fruit on the palate, balanced and with a lovely length. SUPERIORE.DE

"Gently shining ruby with a garnet-red touch. Elegant bouquet of dark plum, cigar box and dark chocolate. Compact on the palate with ripe fruit, chocolate again, grippy tannins." Falstaff

The pure Chardonnay La Fuga presents an impressive aroma and taste profile. On the nose, allusions to exotic fruits - pineapple, apples and bananas - on an elegant framework of mineral imprint. Great the format of the finely balanced taste. SUPERIORE.DE

"White peaches, sliced apples, fresh flowers and wet stones on the nose. Juicy and delicious with a medium body and crunchy stone fruit character. Tangy on the finish." James Suckling

Intense ruby red, persistent, fruity bouquet with notes of wild berries, violets, cloves and cinnamon as well as sweet tobacco flavours. Concentrated, fleshy, tannic, dark fruit flavours on the palate. On the finish, the spicy flavours merge with a pleasant fruity note. An unbeatable wine every year at a very attractive price! SUPERIORE.DE

"Bright ruby red with a violet tinge. Lots of blackberry on the nose, subtle earthy notes as well as vanilla and pepper. Animating and lively on the palate, ripe tannins, lively acidity, spicy, medium-long final." Falstaff

"Crunchy red cherries and raspberries, followed by lifted floral notes and spices with a hint of chopped bell pepper. Medium body, with chewy tannins and refreshing acidity. Simple but delightful. From organically grown grapes." James Suckling

"The 2020 Montecucco Rosso Riserva lifts from the glass with a whiff of reduction that slowly blows off to reveal an herbal-tinged mix of wild strawberries, cedar and spice. This is rich and velvety, with masses of ripe red fruits and tactile mineral tones complicated by a note of sage. Brisk acidity maintains balance. It tapers off with a woody sensation, like a pine spice box, as hints of chalk dust and inner rose fade. The warmth of the vintage imparted a fleshy, nearly opulent character to the Rosso Riserva." Vinous

This fabulous cuvée of Sangiovese, Merlot and Cabernet comes from Querciabella's Maremma vineyard. A charming bouquet with notes of tobacco and leather, which then give way to ripe fruit. The harmonious flavour is delicately fruity, intense and fresh. SUPERIORE.DE

"The 2022 Mongrana is a fun, juicy wine to drink now and over the next few years. Bright red cherry fruit, spice, mint, tobacco and leather add layers of nuance. Floral and savoury accents linger. The finish is a little dry, but that's only a minor criticism for a wine that offers so much value." Vinous

"Black cherry and plum fruit signals this rich, round red. Boysenberry, eucalyptus and lavender notes chime in as this remains focused on the long finish." Wine Spectator

Straw yellow in colour, with a delicate aroma of green apple. Fruity and soft on the palate, with a dry flavour thanks to its characteristic acidity. The fine, persistent perlage gives the wine and connoisseur a pleasant liveliness. SUPERIORE.DE

Dirupo brut is crystal clear and clean. Sparkling silver-grey with a persistent perlage. Fresh flavour with delicate floral notes and citrus, elegant on the palate. Enjoy this juicy Prosecco as an aperitif or as an excellent accompaniment to light dishes. SUPERIORE.DE

"Fresh yellow apple fruit, inviting; fine foamy, fruity, delicate structure, fine sweetness, very nice." Merum

"Brilliant silver-grey with a persistent perlage. Very fruity on the nose, of fruit salad, juicy peach, crunchy pear, subtle hints of pineapple. Balanced, crisp and juicy on the palate, with an airy perlage, creates a great arc, lingers for a long time." Falstaff

The name Duelame is derived from "lama": in geological terms, the word refers to a kind of blade, i.e. an incision in which the village of Lamole lies in the middle of two high plateaus. Fine aromas of cherry and blueberry on the nose and palate, together with a pleasant spicy note and silky tannins, create the perfect and delicate picture of a traditional Chianti Classico. SUPERIORE.DE

"Sparkling ruby colour with a fine garnet sheen. Opens with emphatically fragrant notes of violet and iris, then juicy red cherry, blood orange. Smooth on the palate, well-integrated tannins, shows good drinking flow." Falstaff

"Deep, concentrated nose of red fruits that is just beginning to open up. Juicy, fresh and concentrated palate with grippy tannins and a tangy cherry finish." Jancis Robinson

"The Duelame bottling combines fruit from the lowest (420m) and highest (655m) vineyards on the estate. It has a floral scent of iris, violets and a hint of thyme. The palate is open and offers crisp redcurrants and cranberries with a tart, juicy acidity that forms the backbone. Light, fine-grained tannins hold the finish, which lingers with a pleasant citrus flavour." Decanter

Medium ruby red colour. Sweet and spicy aromas of raspberry, milk chocolate, red cherry, orange zest and violets. Complex and juicy, with very soft tannins, high but harmonious acidity and beautiful generosity and elegance to the red cherry, savoury and floral aromas. A deep, rich and yet very clear wine with supple tannins that are wonderfully harmonious after a short aeration. SUPERIORE.DE

"Dark, strong ruby red colour. Aromas of dark berries, herbs and forest floor on the nose. Present, fine tannins on the palate, light, pleasant fruit sweetness and a lingering, spicy final." Falstaff

"A fragrant version, showing notes of espresso, cured tobacco and dark chocolate, this creamy red layers supple tannins with flavors of baked cherry and plum fruit. Balanced, with a spiced finish." Wine Spectator

Intense straw yellow in colour, the aroma is reminiscent of freshly baked bread, acacia blossom and ripe tropical fruit. These flavours are also confirmed on the palate, the Pinot Gris is elegant and full-bodied with an extremely delicate yeasty note. A harmonious wine full of character with good length. SUPERIORE.DE

"Sliced pear, apple and lemon on the nose, followed by a medium-bodied, fruit-driven and creamy palate. Fresh." James Suckling

After a year of ageing in the cellar, Feudi's famous Greco "Cutizzi" is labelled Riserva.

Intense, straw-yellow colour and a complex bouquet in which the aromas of melon and pineapple alternate with spicy notes of camomile, vanilla and nutmeg. On the palate, it is round with a rich texture and the pleasant mineral note so typical of the Tufo region. Elegant, long finish with a delicate almond flavour. SUPERIORE.DE

"Bright straw yellow with green reflections. Yellow peach and orange zest on the nose, delicate nuances of dandelion. Yellow-fruity, juicy and fresh on the palate, lively acidity, pleasantly salty on the finish." Falstaff

"The 2022 Greco di Tufo Cutizzi opens with an array of sweet white flowers, chamomile and crushed apples. It balances ripe fruit trees and green melon with salty mineral tones and tantalising acidity. The 2022 finishes with a saline tension and notes of nectarine." Vinous

"Elegant, fresh and dense, with a delicious acidity and a chalky base note that frames flavours of ripe mirabelle plums and nectarines, blanched almonds, aniseed, hyssop and preserved lemon." Wine Spectator

"This is a fine Greco. It's savoury, almondy, quinine, bitter and spicy, while subtly moving into stone fruit territory without going over the top. A tremor of mineral tension and shotgun acidity finds a nervous meeting with a stiff upper lip of richness. Convincing." James Suckling

"The Feudi di San Gregorio 2022 Greco di Tufo Cutizzi is just the thing for a plate of raw fish with spicy wasabi sauce or tuna tartare. Aged exclusively in stainless steel, it has the subtle power and firmness to support generous flavours of pear, quince and honeydew melon. The mineral signature of the wine is very pronounced." Wine Advocate

"Floral, zesty and peachy, it has good intensity allied to lovely freshness and a very saline finish. Still very youthful, it deserves the chance to gain some more bottle age before opening; wait and you'll be rewarded." Decanter

Every year a successful wine from Zenato's Azienda Agricola Santa Cristina. Straw yellow with an expansive aroma of flowers, honey and sweet spices as well as a full, fresh flavour and tension that ends with an elegant almond note. SUPERIORE.DE

"Pale straw yellow in colour. Pomaceous fruit, elderflower and citrus on the nose. Shows creamy acidity on the palate, fresh fruit and good tension, fine pressure on the palate." Falstaff

Vibrant, radiant colour, rich in green-golden reflections. The rich fragrance of this Moscato d'Allessandria (Zibibbo) is floral of white roses and acacia, followed by mineral notes, peach and orange blossom, to finish with candied citrus fruits and a hint of honey. On the palate, the olfactory impressions of mineral origin and the fresh structure are confirmed, savoury and enveloping. SUPERIORE.DE

"Bright straw yellow colour. The nose is characterised by lychee, peach and elderflower. Lots of fruity sweetness on the palate, fresh, invigorating and very juicy, with a lingering finish." Falstaff

"The 2023 Lighea is a beautiful and refined dry Zibibbo. It exudes an exotic bouquet that blends tropical citrus and melon with minty herbs and candied lime. On the inside, it is soothingly round and perfumed, with a wave of ripe citrus and cooling acidity, maintaining its fantastic energy throughout. The 2023 tapers off with medium length and a savoury note that lingers with a hint of kiwi." Vinous

Madoro is an elegant cuvée of dried grapes of Cabernet Sauvignon and Marzemino. Overwhelming bouquet with intense tones of ripe and dried fruits, nuts and almonds. Full-bodied on the palate with an exceedingly powerful body, a fine-nerved structure and a long finish. A beautiful nectar that matured for 13 months in barriques. SUPERIORE.DE

After a year of bottle ageing in the cellar, Feudi's famous Fiano "Pietracalda" is labelled Riserva.

A particularly high-quality Fiano di Avellino from Campania with a bouquet of light-coloured stone fruit, nuts and honey. On the palate, its fruity character, aromatic herbal notes and clean structure and minerality make it extremely stimulating. SUPERIORE.DE

"The 2022 Fiano di Avellino Pietracalda wafts up with a delicate blend of white flowers, young peach and crushed stone. It flows across the palate with silken textures offset by tactile mineral tones as a core of ripe pit fruits and inner florals amass toward the close. A youthful tension lingers as the Pietracalda finishes classically dry and lightly structured. Today, the 2022 is coy, yet it possesses the balance for medium-term cellaring." Vinous

"That's good. Taut and fresh. It relies on a chewy lattice of salted lemon pith, as well as a distinct acidity. Taut and medium-bodied, with dabs of pistachio, fennel, tonic and jasmine. Long and complex." James Suckling

"The Fiano di Avellino Pietracalda 2022 is another very approachable and drinkable white wine from Feudi di San Gregorio. It is fresh and lively, both on the nose and in the mouth, with lots of flavours of white melon, pear, almond and gravel." Wine Advocate

Mediterra with its inviting aromas of paprika, redcurrant, elderberry, sage and black pepper is round and harmonious on the palate with beautiful fruit and spice. With its well-proportioned tannins and well-balanced acidity, Mediterra is a perfect accompaniment to food. SUPERIORE.DE

"Bright, dark ruby red colour. Aromas of dark plum, blueberries and black pepper on the nose. Soft and mouth-filling on the palate, with a noticeable woody note, slightly drying tannins, juicy fruit flavours and a hint of bitter almond." Falstaff

"This red is signaled by intense aromas of wild blackberry, black pepper, black olive and eucalyptus. Showing earth and underbrush accents that augment the fruity flavors, this firms up on the finish." Wine Spectator

"The 2021 Mediterra is bright, effusive and wonderfully inviting. Crushed flowers, herbs, tobacco, spice and leather meld into a core of juicy dark blue/purplish fruit. The Mediterra offers all of the immediacy of Bolgheri but with tons of freshness more than opulence. It is a hugely appealing style, especially at this level, where wines are typically intended to be drunk essentially on release." Vinous

"Dark chocolate, toasted walnuts, mocha and ripe dark berries on the nose. Medium- to full-bodied and structured with firm but very fine tannins. Shows notes of toasted cedar and bitter spices yet very delicate with integration and balance. Smooth and polished finish." James Suckling

"We want this land to say: Barbera. We've always thought that, ever since the first vineyards that grandfather Giuseppe left to his father Giacomo, where grapes were grown for La Monella. Then the ones between Rocchetta and Belveglio (the vineyards of Bricco dell'Uccellone), which mother Anna brought as a dowry, and the vineyards of Montebruna, which we bought and merged - and which we still look at with great pride." Familie Bologna

The first vintage of Curej was harvested in 2019 with the same respect for the landscape and the grape variety, and the name says it all: it is the nickname of the families who have always lived in the village of Rocchetta Tanaro, which has a population of 1,400. This wine is therefore an impressive reminder of its roots, the typical flavour of the Barbera grape and the open, wide and happy panaroma that can be enjoyed from the San Bernardo vineyard.

Curej is an extremely fresh, straightforward and precise Barbera, full of primary flavours, which impressively reflects the signature of the Braida winery, famous for the grape, because hardly anyone can interpret the DNA of this classic Piedmontese grape variety better than Rafaella and Giuseppe Bologna! SUPERIORE.DE

"This has smoky, peppery character with dark fruit, spices and hints of dry earth. The palate is juicy, fruity and sleek. Medium-bodied with supple tannins. Pretty and ready to drink." James Suckling