Vintage 2023

"St. Magdalener, a traditional cuvée made from the two indigenous grape varieties Vernatsch and Lagrein, once not only played a very important role in South Tyrolean viticulture, but was also one of the most famous Italian red wines. But even today, this fine, fruity and characteristically stylish red wine, which is named after the growing area around the wine village of St. Magdalena, has many fans and is currently being rediscovered by many a connoisseur." Rudi Kofler (cellar master Cantina Terlano)

Deep ruby red in colour, with a clear, superficial nose of black elderberries and cherries, rounded off with a bitter almond aroma and hints of violets. Fruity flavour, soft and elegant on the palate with a balanced acidity structure and a low tannin content for the Vernatsch variety. SUPERIORE.DE

"Intense nose of blueberry yogurt and violet candy. The slightly confected fruit on the nose is balanced by a medium body, crisp acidity and crunchy tannins. Made in a reductive style." James Suckling

Fine Chardonnay with a straw-yellow colour; pleasantly fruity bouquet of pineapple and white flowers. The flavour is refined and elegant, with a slender body and convincing liveliness thanks to its freshness. For us, the perfect substitute for the white wine from Burgundy. SUPERIORE.DE

Mario Schiopetto was born in 1930, grew up in the family-owned Osteria ai Pompieri and gained his first professional experience as a fireman and later as a lorry driver. In 1963, guided only by his taste and his love of wine, he began to dedicate himself to wine production in his parents' winery and produced the first pure Tocai in 1965. At the time, the historic label featured a drawing of his fire engine, which he also used to deliver the wine to customers. With the 2019 vintage, the winery returned to these historical roots and included the cute drawing on some of its wine labels.

The Ribolla Gialla brings a beautiful exotic flavour to the glass with notes of lemon, honey, orange blossom and melon. Full-bodied and juicy, clear and pure. You could almost say: a great(est) wine. SUPERIORE.DE

Mario Schiopetto was born in 1930, he grew up in the family-owned Osteria ai Pompieri and had his first professional experiences as a fireman and later as a truck driver. In 1963, guided only by his taste and love of wine, he began to devote himself to wine production in his parents' farm and produced the first pure Tocai in 1965. The historic label at the time included the drawing of his fire engine, which he also used to deliver the wine to customers. With the 2019 vintage, the winery recalled these historical roots and resumed the cute drawing on part of its wine labels.

Light straw yellow with golden reflections. Freshly scented with passion fruit and meadow flowers. Fresh and elegant on the palate, juicy with a fine note of green almonds and yellow fruits, well-integrated acidity, medium-long finish. SUPERIORE.DE

Bricco Quaglia - certified organic since 2021 - is an expressive, engagingly fresh and fruity classic with a fragrant fruit bouquet. On the palate, citrus fruits, a medium sweetness, delicately sparkling and with a nice balance. SUPERIORE.DE

The Latin Merus stands for pure or genuine. All Merus wines have this claim, with varietal character and natural elegance dominating. The grapes come from vineyards in the lowlands and are pressed in steel and concrete barrels. The result is wines that are open, fresh and accessible at an early stage.

Bright golden yellow colour. Distinctive bouquet of ripe grapes and candied fruit, accompanied by fine notes of honey, oriental spices, sage and rose petals. A full-bodied and harmonious wine with a respectable finish. 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

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

The straw-yellow Soave Classico has a light, floral aroma of citrus, apple, jasmine and elderberry. Soft and creamy on the palate with subtle almond tones and a mineral vein, all embedded in a fresh, crisp acidity. A lively, sophisticated white wine with an aromatic character and a flavoursome bite. SUPERIORE.DE

"Attractive notes of sliced pears and peaches with hints of fresh herbs and lemon peel. Medium-bodied, tangy and savoury on the palate, with lively acidity. I like the freshness and savoury character." James Suckling

"Inviting aromas of ripe peach, fresh herbs, crushed stones, and notes of jasmine all swirl together like a perfect garden in the glass. On the palate, the wine is zingy, offering a delightful interplay between citrus and stone-fruit flavors. The mouthwatering acidity and solid mineral finish show this Soave to be worthy of drinking today or stashing away for a number of years." Wine Enthusiast

Top Italian rosé made from selected Montepulciano grapes. Rich, full-bodied and typical of the variety with an intense aroma and fruity, dry flavour, a slender acid wire and a clear, energetic and full-bodied final. SUPERIORE.DE

"Medium bright orange with reddish reflections. Aromas of garden herbs, wild raspberries and a hint of citrus on the nose. Beautiful fruity sweetness of morello cherries and redcurrants on the palate. Noticeably well-integrated phenolic notes and a pleasant flow." Falstaff

"Aromas of strawberries, raspberries and dried orange peel, with light notes of cocoa and almonds. Medium-bodied, very polished and fine, with a seamless and even texture. Very attractive and full of character. Well made." James Suckling

"Deep purple in the glass, the 2023 Cerasuolo d'Abruzzo Spelt is a superfine rosé with an engaging, beguiling nose. Purple flowers and blood-orange citrus tones meet a core of savoury minerality and layers of salinity and earthiness. The 45-year-old vines give this wine remarkable complexity. Wonderfully balanced, with ample acidity and a gentle train of phenolics, this is a serious Cerasuolo." Vinous

Mario Schiopetto was born in 1930, grew up in the family-owned Osteria ai Pompieri and gained his first professional experience as a fireman and later as a lorry driver. In 1963, guided only by his taste and his love of wine, he began to dedicate himself to wine production in his parents' winery and produced the first pure Tocai in 1965. At the time, the historic label featured a drawing of his fire engine, which he also used to deliver the wine to customers. With the 2019 vintage, the winery returned to these historical roots and included the cute drawing on some of its wine labels.

Attractive Pinot Gris from Friuli with green apple and orange blossom, a hint of wet stones and coriander on the nose. Pleasantly medium-bodied on the palate with a wonderfully fresh final. Appealing and sophisticated. SUPERIORE.DE

"Iris root, pomelo and fresh turmeric root. A Pinot from Friuli, floral with jasmine on the nose, and with a flavour reminiscent of spotted pears sent in rainbow-coloured soap bubbles across a blue sky." Jancis Robinson

Wonderfully fresh and classic Friulano with aromas of white peach, herbs and green apple slices, fine fruit on the palate, slightly salty-mineral and with lively, well-integrated acidity. SUPERIORE.DE

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

Straw yellow in colour with light green reflections. Pure and fresh nose with a hint of stones and oat flakes with lemon curd and green apples. Tangy, elegant acidity paired with mineral and salty notes on the palate. A harmonious Chardonnay with a well-proportioned body and great flavour volume. SUPERIORE.DE

Lagrein Rubeno is impenetrably dark and purple in the glass and exudes an earthy blend of blackcurrants, brown spices and tobacco. The palate is juicy and supple, with purple-coloured red berries and minerals gathering towards the finish. It finishes with admirable length and light tannins that linger on a lively note of salted liquorice. SUPERIORE.DE

Mario Schiopetto was born in 1930, he grew up in the family-owned Osteria ai Pompieri and had his first professional experiences as a fireman and later as a truck driver. In 1963, guided only by his taste and love of wine, he began to devote himself to wine production in his parents' farm and produced the first pure Tocai in 1965. The historic label at the time included the drawing of his fire engine, which he also used to deliver the wine to customers. With the 2019 vintage, the winery recalled these historical roots and resumed the cute drawing on part of its wine labels.

Light straw yellow with greenish shimmer. Fine, not too strong bouquet of exotic fruits, some gooseberry and notes of white flowers. Very good balance on the palate, good volume, drinky and with a nice tension between green fruity and fine spicy notes. A very harmonious Sauvignon that does not score with opulence and directness, but with elegance and finesse. SUPERIORE.DE

Pinot Gris Stieler is the winery's latest creation and ideally reflects the grape variety, terroir and microclimate. Bright straw yellow in colour. Rich bouquet of apples and pears, hints of tropical fruit. Juicy and full on the palate, with well-balanced acidity and restrained, cool minerality. SUPERIORE.DE

"Light lemon yellow in the glass. Subtle aromas on the nose, becoming more present with air. Hints of salt lemons, but also almond blossom, then yellow peach and some spice. Filling on the palate, with a powerful, sturdy body and rich fruit. Very delicate and fresh. Embedded, supporting acidity, which gives it a good tension into the long final." Vinum

Más de Fer is made from selected grapes from the Col de Fer and San Gallo hills. An exquisite cru that smells of meadow flowers and, with its pronounced fruitiness and delicate citrus acidity, is the ideal accompaniment from amuse-gueule to dessert. SUPERIORE.DE

"Bright straw yellow with an olive-green hue and small, persistent bubbles. Mango and orange zest on the nose, with notes of yellow flowers. Smooth on the palate, with good freshness and velvety fruit melt, good tension and fine pressure." Falstaff

"Typical nose of Glera , fresh and salty with floral, lemon, apple and pear notes, solid finish and spicy aftertaste." Decanter

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

Extremely delicate Sauvignon Blanc: fruity, wild bouquet with nuances of elderflower, gooseberry and tropical fruit. It is silky smooth and structured, with a balanced inner sweetness and minerality that caresses the palate with citrus fruit and a hint of nectarine. Just the right dose of fine acidity, very crisp and long on the finish. SUPERIORE.DE

"Typical Sauvignon Blanc aroma with a concise pyrazine grape variety typicality: gooseberry, passion fruit, herbs, freshly mown grass, but also mineral and ethereal notes that express the limestone soil." Weinwisser

"Expressive flavour, lots of gooseberry, Buxbaum and herbs, also white flowers. Very typical of the variety. Very full-bodied on the palate with fine flavour and spice, very clear and gripping. Ripe, green notes, almond kernels on the finish. An excellent accompaniment to summer dishes such as grilled vegetables with hummus and strong fish." Vinum

Notes of gooseberry interplaying with a hint of redcurrant, hints of elderflower and a hint of nettle and flint. Animating and of medium weight on the palate, fine, harmonious and ending on a pleasant mineral-balsamic note. SUPERIORE.DE

The almost 10,000 bottles of Rosato di Toscana from Rocca di Montegrossi are exemplary and perfect. Clean aromas of cherry and strawberry on the nose, lively, elegant and balanced on the palate with a lovely freshness, fresh, vibrant and long-lasting aftertaste of berries and spices. SUPERIORE.DE

"The 2023 Rosato is incredibly full of energy, like a horse waiting to jump out of the starting blocks. Ripe pineapple, pear and spiced citrus form the foundation on which the tangy, lively acidity flutters. The balance is admirable and beautifully rounded, showing a lovely inner sweetness. This bottle could empty quickly." Vinous

"Bright pink-red colour with sparkling reflections. Delicate nose of wild strawberries, tangerine peel, some honey, then citrus fruit and raspberries. Balanced and clear on the palate, with lively acidity and savoury fruit, finishing on fine citrus notes." Falstaff

Prinsipi from the small vineyard parcel of the same name was once developed by son Fabio as a 100 per cent Chardonnay and "little brother" of Bastia, but now 10 per cent Manzoni Bianco is added, which gives it more freshness and lightness. What also distinguishes it from the famous Chardonnay is the ageing in stainless steel. A fresh, crisp and very drinkable white wine that cuts a fine figure not only on its own and is now a firm favourite in the (now also organic) range. SUPERIORE.DE