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Ripe fruit aromas on the nose with dried plum, cherry and blueberry, hints of liquorice and spicy notes in the background. Juicy and medium-bodied on the palate, with soft acidity and bright berry fruit and well-proportioned sour cherry. Fine-grained tannin, medium-long finish, a wonderful food companion. SUPERIORE.DE

When Nino Franco discovered the Col del Vent vineyard in 2014, it was like a step back in time for him. He realised that the tiny plot above Valdobbiadene was home to 100-year-old vines of Glera biotypes that had long since been replaced by modern clonal selections in the region and were in an excellent state of health. The following year, with the help of Marco Simonit, a master of pruning (consultant to Yquem, Latour and Roederer), he produced the first wine from this vineyard. He called it Nodi (knot) in reference to the gnarled trunks of the old vines.

The noble Nodi impresses with its elegance and finesse and is always sold a good two years later. Delicate aromas of wisteria, flint and roses, with fruity notes of pear, gooseberry and lime. A fine, subtle perlage on the palate, with fresh notes of lime, peach and white fruit in combination with well-balanced acidity for a zesty and crisp flavour experience. For us, the perfect aperitif and, with just 6g of residual sugar, the first choice as an accompaniment to seafood. SUPERIORE.DE

"Intense, radiant straw yellow with a persistent, fine-grained perlage. Hints of white pepper, nutmeg, candied fruit and floral notes on the nose. On the palate with mouth-filling mousseux, electrifying acidity and a gentle lingering finish." Falstaff

"It shows a ripe character with notes of apple jam, dried orange peel and bread crust. Medium-bodied with crisp acidity and fine bubbles. It has a silky texture and a flavourful finish with a mineral note." James Suckling

Fine Sauvignon Blanc from grapes grown on limestone gravel soils in Kurtatsch and loamy sandy soils in Völser Aicha. Rich flavours of elderflower, gooseberry, green pepper, sage and mint. An elegant wine, pleasantly mineral, fresh and juicy with well-balanced acidity. SUPERIORE.DE

"Wafting aromas of honeydew, pressed white flower, beeswax and lemon zest define this pretty Sauvignon Blanc. The palate is bright and fresh with loads of mixed citrus notes that evolve into white peach. It finishes with a distinct mineral note reminiscent of chalk." Wine Enthusiast

"The Sauvignon Blanc Turmhof 2021 emerges from the glass with a musky blend of peach and nectarine with a lemon flavour. It is silky smooth with ripe citrus and salty minerals that fade into savoury florals. The 2021 finishes fresh and with admirable length. A salty note and a tropical hint of sour melon let it slowly fade away." Vinous

The Nocellara del Belice region is located in the western province of Trapani in Sicily, where the traditional olive variety the same name grows. Planeta's pure olio from the green, fleshy fruit is produced using the Veronelli method and has a strong and pleasantly balanced flavour with hints of green peppers. Can be used universally for both hot and cold dishes. SUPERIORE.DE

Fine tropical fruit aromas (mango, banana) and blossom honey on the nose. Lively and well structured on the palate. Pleasant, slightly lemony fruit sweetness and mineral notes in the finish. SUPERIORE.DE

"Pure nose with lemon zest, green apples and fine lees that give it a very subtle, creamy layer. This is really zesty and bright and almost austere with its bone-dry palate and piercing acidity. Pithy and gastronomic." James Suckling

The pure olive oil from the Biancolilla variety is produced using the Veronelli method - like all other olive oils from Planeta. Light yellow-green in colour, it has a mild aroma of ripe Mediterranean vegetables. Exceptionally balanced, mild, almost delicate in flavour, this olive oil is an excellent accompaniment to light cuisine and desserts. SUPERIORE.DE

This sparkling wine is named after the minimum 36 months of bottle fermentation it has to undergo. The result is impressive: light ruby red with garnet reflections. Sour cherry, blackcurrant and wild rose on the nose, rounded off with candied cherry and traces of light smoke. On the palate, it is powerful, complex, round and creamy in texture, with well-dosed candied fruit, juicy, clear and with a full-bodied, long finish. Trentasei combines the tradition of the region with a visionary reinterpretation of a Sorbara sparkling wine that remains in the memory even after the bottle has been emptied far too quickly. SUPERIORE.DE

"Delicate cherry red with pink reflections. The nose has hints of wild berries and caramelised rhubarb. Some marzipan and white pepper on the finish. Surprisingly sweet and fruity on the palate with lively acidity. Great fun." Falstaff

"In a delightful strawberry-red hue, this wine exudes wild raspberry aromas, hints of dried leaves, and warmed rosebud jam. Its light and zippy palate offers crushed currant and sour cherry flavors, culminating in an intriguing savory finish that lingers and requests a board of salumi or cured meat." Wine Enthusiast

"The 2015 Brut Metodo Classico Lambrusco di Sorbara Trentasei is a deep translucent red with a seductive bouquet that blends sweet spices with violet florals and wild strawberries. It’s soothingly round with a silken bead of fine bubbles and crisp orchard fruits, as hints of candied citrus add lovely contrast toward the close. The 2015 tapers off on a note of refinement, classically dry and crisp, as the slight hint of sour cherry slowly fades. This is next-level Lambrusco." Vinous

Occhipintis Bianco has been one of Sicily's craziest and at the same time most independent white wines for years. Made from equal parts Moscato and Albanello, it exudes the scent of peaches and flowers, with a subtle smoky note on the nose. Delicately bitter on the palate, yet bone-dry and with wonderfully fruity hints of lychee, lime and apricot. With half an hour of aeration and at a moderate 12°C drinking temperature, you will be completely mesmerised by the sophistication and drinkability of this exceptional wine! SUPERIORE.DE

"Pungent flowers, ground ginger and grapefruit form a savoury bouquet when the 2022 Bianco SP68 opens in the glass. It is soft and round. Juicy acidity and tropical citrus notes enliven the tart fruit of the orchard. The finish is surprisingly long and allows exotic flowers and sour melon notes to slowly fade away. What a pleasure." Vinous

"Zibibbo and the rare Albanello grape comprise the blend of this entry-level white. The deep golden colour anticipates an exuberant nose with just a hint of struck match reduction framing apricot, candied lemon peel, orange blossom, and aloe vera. The mid-weight palate is loaded with sweet orchard fruits backed by a touch of maceration-driven astringency. Savoury minerals and a herbal tang echo on the medium to long finish." Decanter

Libenter, which means "with pleasure", is an extremely refined Rosso Piceno with a broad bouquet of fruit, spices and flowers. Balanced, juicy, fresh and tangy and not only extremely typical in flavour, but also with remarkable depth and complexity. We are very fond of this high-quality red wine with its distinctive seductive qualities. SUPERIORE.DE

"This edition from 2018 offers medium fruit weight coupled to a rather austere bouquet with blackberry and prune. It ages in neutral oak (third and fourth passage), which helps keep the mouthfeel bright and the wine from feeling too extracted. There are earthy notes and a hint of savory tobacco as well." Wine Advocate

"The dark, seductive 2018 Marche Rosso Libenter draws you to the glass with a captivating blend of blackberries and dried cherries complemented by autumnal spices, hints of pencil lead and camphor. It is elegant and velvety to the touch, paired with a dense wave of mineral black fruits balanced by nuances of sour citrus, while a hint of tobacco builds towards the finish. The 2018 leaves the palate with primary concentration and sweet tannins, while hints of mocha mingle with a bitter touch of raw hazelnut on the long and lightly textured final. The Libenter 2018 is already a pleasure from start to finish, but it could do with a short stay in the cellar to develop further." Vinous

Sparkling, rich ruby colour. Very clear nose with lots of cherry fruit, some rosehip and dried fruit. Lots of fine-grained tannins on the palate, develops clearly and straightforwardly, fresh and juicy, interesting finish. SUPERIORE.DE

"The San Filippo 2021 Rosso di Montalcino lo Scorno has a soft earthiness with iris root, lilac, cherry cola, redcurrant and freshly tilled soil. These aromas are capped by easy freshness and dusty tannins that set it up for slow-cooked pulled pork. The wine has nice grip on the palate." Wine Advocate

Bright ruby red colour, typical for Sangiovese. Very intense smell of blackcurrants, cherries and Mediterranean maquis. On the palate it immediately shows great freshness and minerality, good tannins and structure, a very long finish that shows that Sangiovese has a natural elegance and depth even in its less polished expressions. Also perfect for summer, but then served a little cooler. SUPERIORE.DE

Le Redini Rosso consists mainly of Merlot and a small proportion of Alicante. The wine opens with dark intensity and a velvety texture with lots of fresh blackberry, plum, earth and wild rose. Pure red fruit on the palate, very supple, the delicate wood note well integrated. The refined notes of a Merlot from the Conca d'Oro come across wonderfully. SUPERIORE.DE

"Fresh and pure expression of red plums, cherries, crushed strawberries, fresh mushrooms and minerals. Superficial red fruits on the medium-bodied palate with fresh tannins and fresh, crunchy plums and red cherries on the medium-long finish. Fruit-emphasised, dry and structured. There is certainly nothing superfluous here." James Suckling

"The 2021 Le Redini is a blend of 90% Merlot and 10% Alicante from a site with loose soils rich in schistose Galestro. What stands out most is the soft and gentle texture of the wine, which nestles close to the palate. There are no rough edges and the finish is characterised by dark cherries, spices and baking chocolate." Wine Advocate

"The 2021 Le Redini is a beautiful, beguiling wine composed primarily of Merlot with a dash of Alicante, a blend that is unique to the Chianti Classico estate. Le Redini is a wine with aromatic presence and nuance, presenting a compelling blend of ripe red cherries, wild herbs, mint, rose petals and cinnamon. A little new oak still needs to be integrated. Otherwise, the 2021 is a very good wine." Vinous

Michele Satta's well-made Bolgheri Rosso. Its unmistakable character and strong Tuscan identity can be savoured with all the senses. A perfect wine in Satta's first-class style: powerful, dynamic, complex with fine tannins. SUPERIORE.DE

"Brilliant ruby colour with a dark core. Hearty and inviting nose of ripe plums, juniper, black pepper and cigar box. Smooth on the palate entry, dark fruit centre, dark chocolate, very well integrated tannins, very persistent." Falstaff

"This red wine exudes aromas and flavours of cherries, blackcurrants, raspberries, minerals and spices. Silky and harmonious, with just the right amount of structure and vigour on the long finish." Wine Spectator

"Intense, vinous nose with a hint of cloves to cassis and red cherries. Lush, supple fruit with velvety tannins and a full body. Crisp acidity and a polished finish full of fruit and spice. Drinkable now, but not without potential for 4-5 years of ageing." James Suckling

A wonderful interpretation of Chardonnay from the far north-east of Italy. Cladrecis impresses with its carefully integrated oak and yeast flavours, which lead to a soft creaminess and light spiciness. At its core, the wine is packed with ripe fruit, apricot and d'Anjou pear. This wine, of which only around 6,000 bottles were bottled, is perfect for your next dinner party with pistachio-crusted cod. SUPERIORE.DE

"The 2021 Chardonnay Cladrecis, aged in oak, has candied aromas of caramel and butterscotch, which give this wine an open and generous character. This rather oxidative approach gives way to flavours of baked or poached pears. I recommend drinking this generous, full-bodied Chardonnay within the next few years." Wine Advocate

The DOC Cortona, which has existed since 1999, is famous for its single-varietal Syrahs and Merlots, whose vines thrive excellently on the Pliocene clayey soils. Since 2006, the Carletti family has also been involved in this appellation, which was quite unknown until today, and their Merlot Il Violas is now known beyond the borders of Italy and has many lovers.

Dense, dark ruby with violet reflections. On the nose, an open-hearted bouquet of black berry fruits, sandalwood, rosemary and with fine spice. The texture coats the palate, warm, intense and rich of dark fruits, chocolate, plum and redcurrant. In Violas is an attractive, generous and deep red that just calls out for a Bistecca Fiorentina and gives much pleasure. SUPERIORE.DE

Composition of five different olive varieties. The ripe fruit is processed within six hours in the company's own oil mill. Ripe, slightly sweet, with both almond and green notes and hints of melon and aubergine. A must-try with fresh goat's cheese. If you don't have it to hand, the olio really comes into its own with mushroom dishes, roasted vegetables and fruit. SUPERIORE.DE

The label of the Vinnae, now made from 100% Ribolla Gialla, features the two-headed eagle that already adorned the bottles of great-grandfather Anton: a symbol of Austro-Hungarian origin and a greeting from the winery. Bright, clear straw yellow colour. Elderflower, sliced apples, white apricots and waxed lemons on the nose. Fascinating wine with a fine, dense bouquet. Structured, profound and with an engaging minerality on the long-lasting final. SUPERIORE.DE

"Bright, pale straw yellow with golden reflections. Opens fruity on the nose, with notes of nectarines, mirabelle plums and a hint of acacia blossom. Fresh on the palate, with lively acidity, crisp fruit, slightly juicy, simple." Falstaff

"The 2022 Ribolla Gialla Vinnae is distinctly savory, wafting up with a blend of wild herbs, lime zest and flinty stone. This is crunchy in feel and full of mineral tension, with perfumed inner florals over a core of tart green apple. The 2022 finishes with medium length and is nearly salty with a sour citrus concentration that pinches at the cheeks." Vinous

"An attractive Ribolla Gialla that has subtle floral notes of white almond, green apple and citrus. Crisp, light to medium-bodied on the palate with a clean, bone-dry finish." James Suckling

When a wine is named after the founder and mastermind of what is probably the most famous and popular winery in the Modena region, then you should take a closer look, or even better, reach for the bottle. This exceptional sparkling wine is produced using the blanc de noirs method, i.e. a white spumante from red grapes - certainly not an everyday occurrence in the Lambrusco world.

And the result is just as special and high-class: golden in colour with greenish reflections, lively and with a fine, infinitely long-lasting perlage. Delicate white peach, flint, salt, lemon and grapefruit on the nose. The palate is crisp and vibrant with an elegant acidity, the subtle fruit sweetness opens up beautifully and its delicate mousseux gives this exceptional sparkling wine its inimitable structure. The archetype of an aperitif and simply unbeatable in its high-class, irresistible drinking flow and on a par with the great name of the founder! SUPERIORE.DE

"Bright silver with a delicate perlage. The nose initially has a slight reduction, a hint of flint, ripe lemons, cold smoke and candle wax. Precise, almost cutting on the palate, with racy acidity and a high draw, makes the tongue click." Falstaff

"This pale straw sparkler entices with ripe McIntosh apple aromas and delicate hints of lemon zest and white-flower honey. The zippy palate pops in mixed citrus notes culminating in a fresh finish accentuated by a delicate hint of green herbs, perfectly balancing the vibrant fruit notes." Wine Enthusiast

Bright, straw-yellow colour with a slight greenish tinge. Delicately fruity, fragrant aroma typical of the variety with notes of ripe tropical fruit. Balanced, medium-bodied and clean flavour. Fresh, lively acidity and a marvellous finish. SUPERIORE.DE

"Fragrant and well flavoured, with a broad palate sensation that finds a fine harmony with the bright, lively acidity. Flavours of yellow pear, persimmon, orange peel and dried herbs, as well as rich hints of honey and praline. The finish is lingering and shows a clean, savoury note." Wine Spectator

"This wine strikes a terrific balance between primary fruit and integrated oak. You get a fresh and contemporary interpretation of the versatile Chardonnay grape that is nothing like the heavier wines you may remember from just a few years back. The 2022 Chardonnay Gaun is bright and luminous. Its creamy texture is layered with lemon meringue pie, peachy mousse and golden apple. There is a ripe, slightly candied quality (from the hot vintage) that is well synchronized, with almond biscuit, pie crust and baking spice." Wine Advocate

The Chardonnay wraps itself in a refined fragrance of fresh bananas, pear and caramel. The elegant, distinctly scent-corresponding taste is soft and fascinatingly warm and sensual. SUPERIORE.DE

A fresh grappa with mineral tones, citrus notes and a harmonious aftertaste. SUPERIORE.DE

Medium pale straw yellow in colour. Livio Felluga's Sauvignon Bianco impresses with its elegance, the typical varietal bouquet of pear and gooseberry, elderflower and garden herbs and a fascinating minerality. The flavour is soft and fruity, with a beautiful melting texture and a fresh, long finish. SUPERIORE.DE

"Bright straw yellow with a golden shimmer. Powerful, compact nose, ripe gooseberry and papaya, followed by a hint of nettle. Various citrus fruits on the palate, crisp, vibrant acidity, mouth-watering final." Falstaff

"The 2022 Sauvignon opens with an herbal tinge, as rosemary and sage give way to lemon rinds and exotic spice. This is soothingly round with cooling acidity that enlivens its depths of sour melon and citrus tones. The 2022 finishes spicy, potent and long, with a minty resonance and liquid stone hints." Vinous

"A rather restrained and noble Sauvignon with white sesame, light pears, apples and flint. Medium-bodied with a solid mid-palate and nice length. It is complex and beautiful. Real sophistication with sauvignon blanc." James Suckling