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What could be better for the Italophile white wine lover than a Greco di Tufo from the hands of the esteemed Piero Mastroberardino. The aroma of white peaches, melon and citrus fruits is inviting. The flavour is generous and typical, soft and mineral, but not heavy - carried by a controlled, lively acidity. SUPERIORE.DE

"A lithe, crisp white, with pretty flavors of ripe apple and pear meeting a tangy streak of pink grapefruit and lively acidity. The lingering finish echoes mineral and herb notes." Wine Spectator

Nocera - this noble vine is only grown on a few hectares in the province of Messina, on a spectacular vineyard surrounded by the sea. Bright garnet red in colour, with an original aroma of white pepper, cherries, geranium and summer fruits. The typical fresh and fruity flavour of this old Sicilian grape is convincing. A fine salty vein in the spicy final. An unforgettable experience from Planeta's Capo Milazzo branch on the coast north of Mount Etna. SUPERIORE.DE

"Dark berries with lemon peel and mineral flavours. Medium-bodied with firm acidity and a solid mouthfeel that gives this wine energy and focus. Straightforward and racy." James Suckling

"The fresh, cool nose features notes of slate, white pepper, crunchy cherries and licorice. On the palate, acid electrifies the cherries and that faint medicinal quality, while firm, austere tannins and a deep, primitive earthiness quietly announce more serious intentions." Wine Enthusiast

Ruby red with light violet reflections. Inviting aroma of violets, redcurrants and wild strawberries. Delicately fruity, dry and crisp on the palate with a lively acidity and fine, sparkling perlage. Brings freshness and drinking pleasure to every garden party. Goes perfectly with finger food, cold cuts, prosciutto & co. SUPERIORE.DE

"The Lambrusco di Sorbara Sant'Agata 2022 has a beautiful platinum-pink colour in the glass. It offers a bouquet of wild flowers, crushed apples and ground ginger. The palate is washed by a creamy wave of tantalising bubbles that give way to sour citrus fruits and tart stone fruits. The zesty acidity cleanses the senses as the 2022 finishes a little short but impressively." Vinous

"Organically grown, this wine showcases aromas that immediately perk up the senses: crushed cherries, watermelon candy, violets and bay leaf. The driven palate with electric acidity pops with cranberry, lemon and strawberry tops finishing with a mouthwatering salty minerality." Wine Enthusiast

Cogno's classic Dolcetto Vigna del Mandorlo is a very typical interpretation of the grape variety and fascinates with a complex bouquet. The juicy and lively flavour is carried by fine tannins and shows a wonderful bitter almond note in the precise finish. SUPERIORE.DE

"Impenetrable violet purple colour. Full, fleshy, rich blackberry nose with a layer of savoury spice. Full blackberry palate, juicy acidity and fantastic, fine tannin structure." Jancis Robinson

"Aromas of roasted plum dusted with clove, dried herbs and dried violets waft from the glass of the Dolcetto. Radiant and pure blackberry flavors both fresh and preserved define the core of the wine with savory spice, dried leaf and fine tannins all in support." Wine Enthusiast

"This racy red wine combines the fruit of black cherries and blackberries with flavours of earth, iron and spices. Rich, even creamy, but with a firm grip on the finish. Shows fine balance and length." Wine Spectator

"Notes of ripe violet fruit with blood orange and sweet spices. Pure and juicy fruit character on the palate with a medium body and firm, chalky texture on the finish." James Suckling

The spicy opulence of the Fiulòt is incomparable: ruby red colour with a violet hue, a bouquet of cherries and hints of bitter almond and liquorice. The palate is caressed by the elegant body and the fullness of fruit. The cherry finish offers a beautiful aftertaste. SUPERIORE.DE

Al Passo del Leone bianco comes from gravelly, calcareous soils from sites up to 900m altitude. Clear, light yellow colour with green shimmer. The bouquet is aromatic and spicy with traces of elderberry. Juicy and lively on the palate, with a fine acid wire and beautiful minerality. SUPERIORE.DE

Brò is a white wine from sustainable cultivation that is hard to beat in terms of freshness, elegance and enjoyment. The grapes come from the clay and limestone soils near Fiumana di Predappio. Pale straw yellow in colour with greenish reflections. On the nose, a captivating blend of crushed stones, spiced orange peel, dried apricot and peach, mixed with herbal elements. On the characterful palate, it is complex, juicy and very drinkable with its freshness and lightness. SUPERIORE.DE

"Do your best to find this layered, textured and generous wine—it's what we all need. Aromas of lemon zest, lemon oil, baked apples, pressed wildflowers and crushed stone lift from the glass with grace. Fresh on the palate but with gravitas, the wine highlights the citrus notes with hints of roasted orange and honey that are lifted by crunchy acidity and minerality." Wine Enthusiast

Bright ruby colour, vinous aromas and an appetisingly fresh scent of red cherries. Juicy and fruity on the palate, with velvety tannins, harmonious with fine minerality and good length. SUPERIORE.DE

"From old vines grown on gravel and porphyry soils. The fruit is fermented in stainless steel before ageing for a further six or seven months in large oak barrels. Perfumed and subtle, with notes of strawberry and liquorice, this is fresh and juicy on the palate. Flavours of luscious red fruits are held in check by a smoky firmness, while good acidity contributes to its excellent overall balance. Real finesse and poise." Decanter

Dark garnet red. Full bouquet of ripe cherries, violets and delicate chocolate notes. Round and powerful on the palate, with pleasant freshness and a respectable finish. You can feel the warmth of the Bolzano valley basin around the municipality of Gries, which predestines it as the perfect companion to game dishes. SUPERIORE.DE

Shows lots of bright citrus fruit, pineapple, honey and peach. This Arneis has a lean, full-bodied texture with the brightness and waxiness that this grape is known for. It pairs well with a spicy Thai or Indian vegetarian dish. SUPERIORE.DE

Bright cherry pink with light reflections. Subtly sweet nose of raspberry, strawberry and traces of citrus and honey. On the palate then fruit-driven and precisely forward, with a wonderful fruit-acid play and a hearty, Sorbara-typical and very fresh style. With its fine perlage and respectable final, the winery's bestseller Brutrosso conquers hearts in flight! SUPERIORE.DE

Clear, radiant greenish yellow. In the attractive bouquet aromas of buttercup, apple pie, stone fruits, lemon zest and some nutmeg. Medium-bodied on the palate, with flavours of rhubarb and lemon, linear acidity and a bright, slightly mineral finish. The grapes for this solid, dry white come from 900 metres above sea level in the area around Völs. SUPERIORE.DE

The white Villa Gemma cuvée, made predominantly from Trebbiano, has a pleasant aroma of peach, mint and flowers. Structured and graceful, with a mineral note, the fresh flavour is flattering and long. Excellent value! SUPERIORE.DE

Strong dark red colour in the glass. Bright fresh and juicy red berry and cherry fruit on the nose and in the mouth, with a delicate herbal component and notes of mint, flowers, sultanas and cinnamon. The finish is long, bright and juicy with hints of flinty minerals adding further complexity and drinking pleasure. The finish is bright, pure and leaves you wanting more ... SUPERIORE.DE

"Fascinating pure Monica, processed with fine maceration and aged in barriques. Classic nose of bramble plum, with notes of underbrush and myrtle, then balsamic and cinnamon touches. On the palate, it has brackish tannins, a fruity return and spicy hints." Luca Gardini

Intense ruby red, complex bouquet with notes of black cherry, blueberry and plum, followed by coffee, liquorice and leather. Powerful and full-bodied on the palate, sweet in its tannic texture, infused with a lively freshness and with a beautiful fruit centre. Persistent on the palate with notes of liquorice and cocoa, giving the Rosso an elegant and full-bodied finish. SUPERIORE.DE

"A bright, fruity style that offers flavours of blackcurrant, black cherry, iron and tobacco, supported by a lively structure. Lingers with a tangy, delicious finish." Wine Spectator

"The Tenuta le Colonne 2021 Costa Toscana Plenum punches above its weight with hints of dried mint, dark fruit and pencil shaving. The wine has a medium-rich finish with nice freshness and easy fruit." Wine Advocate

This great Chardonnay comes from the Kleinstein estate in Signat near Bolzano. Bright yellow in colour with green reflections, a wonderfully fruity bouquet with aromas of apple, pineapple and banana. The typical flavour of a fresh Chardonnay on the palate: clear, elegant, full and pleasantly dry, with a long finish. SUPERIORE.DE

"This refreshing white is light on its feet, offering a detailed range of Gala apple, star fruit, ground ginger and white blossom notes." Wine Spectator

"Subtle ginger spice with white pepper over the green pineapple and star fruit. Flavourful and medium-bodied on the palate with fresh acidity and a fairly intense finish. Drink it now." James Suckling

Delicate salmon pink. Fresh and discreet raspberry nose with a hint of pomegranate. Clean and precise on the palate with fine acidity and subtle hints of red berries and some crisp Braeburn apple. The finish is long and smooth - and again with a fine Sangiovese acid wire of acidity that only Sean O'Callaghan can put in the glass. An indispensable companion for happy and carefree days. SUPERIORE.DE

"Intense, brilliant salmon pink with pink reflections. Beguiling, complex nose, redcurrant, blackberry, behind it thyme and fresh rosemary. On the palate additional cherry, juicy and tense, fine, animating tannins, persistent finish." Falstaff

Intense, dense ruby red colour. The nose is caressed by fruity notes reminiscent of berries, finishing with coffee flavours, dark chocolate and roasted wood. On the palate, it is perfectly balanced with a wonderfully balanced texture and a convincing final. A fresh and lively Rosso - harmonious and round. SUPERIORE.DE

"The 2021 Rosso di Montalcino is impossible to ignore, wafting up with a mentholated freshness that gives way to hauntingly dark florals and crushed blackberries. It's soothingly round and supple with ripe red fruits and cooling acidity as a flourish of sweet spice emerges toward the close. It leaves a licorice and a bitter balsamic tinge while maintaining a lovely freshness. Fanti did a wonderful job with the dry warmth of the vintage. I'm looking forward to tasting this Brunello in a few years." Vinous

"Notes of ripe cherries, red plums and chocolate with sweet orange peel and spices. Medium body. Firm and chalky with grainy tannins and fresh red berry character. Dry and linear finish." James Suckling

Moriz is a fresh and fruity Pinot Blanc with character and beautiful intensity. Harmonious bouquet of white fruit and flowers. Clean, elegant and long on the palate. Great value! SUPERIORE.DE

"The Pinot Bianco Moriz 2022 is subtle in the glass, with hints of wet stone and white flowers forming its nuanced bouquet. It opens with a pretty inner sweetness that segues into tart fruit flavours carried by juicy acidity. The 2022 leaves a teeth-gritting tension and finishes clean and fresh with a hint of candied lime." Vinous

"This Pinot Bianco from the winery's "classic" line is made from grapes grown on chalky soils at higher altitudes. Around a quarter is matured in large barrels, which gives the round, floral style of this white wine with white pepper some texture and air. Green apple, yellow plum and peach provide a fleshy fruitiness and balance the good acidity." Decanter

"Here is a great value. The 2022 Pinot Bianco Moriz is a classic, easy expression with the icy or glacier aromas that are associated with Alto Adige's headline grape. Star fruit, quince and honeydew melon appear softly on the bouquet. There is a hint of lemon or kumquat as well. The wine shows a subtle hint of sweetness." Wine Advocate

Balsamic-fresh aroma of grass, olive leaves, tomato and herbal notes, mildly spicy on the palate, medium fruity with stimulating artichoke bitter notes and an aromatic, delicate chilli vein. SUPERIORE.DE

Gennen is a pretty single-vineyard Sauvignon with a harmonious aroma of spring flowers and finely nuanced fruit. Energetic, fresh and excellently structured, it pampers the palate with bright yellow fruits and a subtle fennel note on the finish. SUPERIORE.DE

"Fresh and pure nose full of guava and gooseberries with hints of chalk and white asparagus. Pretty flavorful and generous on the palate with a medium body and a tangy and lightly saline finish. Good length and intensity." James Suckling

Terre di Chieti IGT was created in 1995 when the IGT category was first introduced throughout Italy. It is complemented by the more site-specific title Colline Teatine IGT, which focuses only on the hills around the provincial capital of Chieti. The Pecorino grape variety, which has in the meantime returned strongly to the focus of international wine lovers, thrives particularly well here and produces complex, mineral white wines on the mostly clay and limestone soils.

Straw yellow with greenish reflections. Fine bouquet of sage and citrus fruits. Fresh and with a certain pressure on the palate, with very good harmony and impressive fruit-acid play, final rounded finish with an interesting herbal spiciness. SUPERIORE.DE

Pinot Noir from the best sites in and around Eppan. The compact loamy soils with limestone deposits on porphyry rock offer ideal conditions for rich grapes. In the bouquet, diverse, spicy and fruity aromas of raspberries and cherries. Powerful, full-bodied and harmonious on the elegant palate with a long final. SUPERIORE.DE

"A juicy, fresh and brambly pinot with lovely primary berries and cherries. Medium-bodied on the palate with fresh acidity and a fruit-expressive, medium-length finish." James Suckling