Wine

Fine Morellino from the Poggio al Lupo winery in Magliano, from the south of the province of Grosseto, with a delicious bouquet of red fruits, rosemary and bitter chocolate. On the palate, a generous variety of aromas. Flattering tannin, enveloping. Fresh and dynamic on the finish, very drinky! SUPERIORE.DE

Brilliant, rich ruby colour. Fresh nose with lots of crisp cherry fruit, some coriander and cloves. Round and supple on the palate, very juicy, flavours of sour cherry and pomegranate, fine tannins. SUPERIORE.DE

The combination of Friulano (called Tai in Veneto) and Sauvignon Bianco makes Bidibi a delicious white wine full of character with rather moderate acidity. Delicately scented with citrus fruits, fresh, fruity and animating on the palate with a discreet mineral structure that adds a summery lightness to the wine's fullness and creaminess. SUPERIORE.DE

Plumbago is a pure Nero d'Avola: rich ruby-violet colour, powerful, slightly reductive bouquet with aromas of dark cherries, raspberries and a little rosemary. Supple, soft and almost light on the palate, beautiful blueberry flavours and well-dosed tannins. SUPERIORE.DE

"A delicious, driven, succulent and lively nero d’avola. On the nose cherries, forest berries, dried herbs and baking spices dominate. Medium-bodied with finely grained tannins and bright acidity. Plenty of verve, succulence and transparency, with a focused finish that shows excellent length." James Suckling

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Just the thing for fans of mineral and drinkable white wines: bright straw yellow with a golden shimmer. On the nose, the Frammento (formerly Villa Barbi) opens with green melon, candied lime, fresh mint and wet stone. Streamlined and vertical on the palate, with salty tones flanked by yellow stone fruit. Finishes fresh, with good acidity, medium length and a cheeky salty-spicy note. SUPERIORE.DE

"The 2022 Frammento, previously known as the Villa Barbi Bianco, opens with a delicate blend of crushed stones, apricots and hints of fermented ginger. It’s soft and round with a pretty inner sweetness, mixing candied lime with green apples to form a display of contrasts. The 2022 tapers off potent and long yet still relatively fresh. A green melon note sticks around." Vinous

"Aromas of green apples, Meyer lemons and a hint of golden kiwi, followed by peppery green herbs. Hints of rocket and wet stones. Medium body with refreshing, crisp acidity. Tangy, savoury and chalky finish." James Suckling

Lagrein Rosé, also known as Lagrein Kretzer, is a light ruby-red wine with a light and pleasant fruity flavour. Its fresh, lively character makes it great fun to drink on many occasions. SUPERIORE.DE

Rubrato reveals in its clear ruby red the characteristic aromas of Aglianico of dark fruits and wild berries. Well balanced on the palate, with a delicate structure and a finish that reveals fresh fruity and delicately aromatic notes. SUPERIORE.DE

"Stewed plum, liquorice root and a light touch of dried tobacco leaves - the Aglianico's calling card. Medium-bodied and soft for the variety, but not without personality. Drinkable well. Drink now." James Suckling

This traditional cuvée is already inspiring in its youth. Made from outstanding grapes, you can taste the ripe fruit and richness of the three classic vineyards. Deep ruby-garnet colour with violet reflections. Full-bodied bouquet of dusty violets and roses, which fades into spiced confectionery and crushed cherries. The palate reveals fresh cherries, mixed herbs and undergrowth - all well balanced - giving the wine a lightness and at the same time a complexity that keeps you coming back for more. SUPERIORE.DE

"Bright cherry red with violet reflections. Inviting nose of raspberry, cassis and dried roses. Youthful on the palate with a fruity-sweet finish, the drink is brisk and of medium length." Falstaff

"Delicate spice and herb notes are a fragrant thread winding through flavors of plum, cherry and smoke in this fresh red, with light, fine tannins." Wine Spectator

"Tart cherries and raspberries mingle with dried oregano and thyme on the nose. Earthy undertones and fine tannins grace the palate, as bright cherry flavors are added by vibrant acidity to lift the wine on the finish." Wine Enthusiast

"Reductive aromas of violets and camphor segue to black cherries and licorice root. This needs an aggressive decant, but the mouthfeel is polished and slick. The tannins are well wrought and compact. A full-weighted wine in a modern style that will have its fans." James Suckling

Ruby red colour interspersed with slivers of garnet, with an intense and concentrated bouquet of red berries, liquorice and some flint. The flavour reveals a pleasingly juicy extract with beautifully balanced wood tones and floral notes. An excellently vinified Cirò Classico Riserva with very fine tannins and harmonious acidity - just the way friends of southern Italian wines love it. SUPERIORE.DE

"Delicate, bright garnet red colour with a slightly brightening rim. Open on the nose, with red-fruity aromas of blackberry and sour cherry, followed by some cooked rhubarb and black pepper. Animating, juicy, clear and precise on the palate with well-integrated tannins, medium palate pressure and a round final." Falstaff

"On the nose, red blackberries, a hint of cinnamon, pepper leaf and a touch of wild mint. Salty palate, with a fruity, mentholated return." Luca Gardini

Classic Pinot Blanc with the scent of ripe apples, citrus fruits and pears. Elegant, balanced, harmonious taste. Finado is not a bit playful or even simple-minded, but comes across as very precise and focused right into its clean finish. SUPERIORE.DE

Verha Rosso is a single-varietal Aglianico produced by Elena Fucci in a seductively fresh style. In the glass, it presents an abundance of ripe raspberries and blueberries, accompanied by minty herbs and a hint of smoke. On the inside, it is juicy and perfumed, with energising notes of mandarin orange balancing the wild berry fruit. A delicately bitter citrus flavour and a salty note make every sip an unforgettable experience. This must be THE wine for every day, and that's exactly what Elena meant, a thousand thanks for that! SUPERIORE.DE

Straw-yellow Gavi di Gavi with a lively floral fragrance and a hint of exotic fruits, jasmine, lemon and golden apples. Delicate, self-contained, very harmonious flavour that finishes long and mineral with a fine pepper and pastry note. SUPERIORE.DE

Brilliant ruby colour with a dense rim. Delicately scented with plum jam, cherry, black pepper, violets and gingerbread. Also soft on the palate, with notes of nuts, sultanas and lovely juicy fruit. A real flatterer, wonderfully balanced with great drinking flow, and one of our bestsellers for years. SUPERIORE.DE

"Good Superiore. Polished and contemporary without quite hitting the sour, red-fruited notes of the better traditionalists. Shows dark fruit and reductive notes of violets and camphor, with well-managed tannins and oak." James Suckling

Italy connoisseur and wine critic Ian D'Agata writes about the grape variety in his book "Native Wine Grapes of Italy": "Verdicchio is arguably Italy's greatest indigenous white grape variety. This statement may come as a surprise to those who have only tasted neutral or watery Verdicchio wines, sometimes even bottled in incredible amphora-shaped bottles."

Light straw green in colour. Clean and fresh on the nose, lively and lively on the palate with an almost laser-like precision in the flavours of citrus fruits, herbs, almonds, mussels and crushed gravel. Its sweet and sour note makes the wine even more appealing and gives it an air of "drink me now". Everything here is in perfect balance and has a natural tension. Even Bisci's base wine, aged for 7 months on the fine lees, impressively demonstrates the great class of the winery. SUPERIORE.DE

Goldmuskateller or Moscato Giallo - not a sweet wine, but dry - has an intense aroma and delights the palate with its pleasantly fresh acidity and beautiful fullness, to which a fine note of sage is added. SUPERIORE.DE

Medium-bodied ruby red. On the nose, rich, dark berry fruit, forest floor and hints of chocolate. On the palate, it spreads softly and creamily, flanked by fresh berry aromas and a taut acidity that forms a wonderful harmony with the fruit and tannin. A drop full of character from an almost extinct, autochthonous grape variety. SUPERIORE.DE

Light yellow in the glass. Fresh, fruity aroma of pear and peach, very balanced and savoury on the palate. An elegant, characterful white wine with a high enjoyment factor. SUPERIORE.DE

"With lime and lemon pulp and broom flowers, this wine is fairly neutral and slightly mineral on the nose. Slightly full-bodied, crisp and long with malic acidity. Very flavourful." James Suckling

Concentrated ruby red with garnet-coloured reflections. The wood contributes very slight hints of roasted coffee to the predominantly black cherry and berry aroma. Full and very intense flavour of dark berries, very slight hints of violets and plums, the compact tannins are supported by balsamic notes, with fine liquorice tones in the finish. The harmony that this powerful and already delicious Aglianico hints at today will only fully come into its own after a few years of ageing in the bottle. SUPERIORE.DE

"This has aromas of black currants, black cherries, dried herbs, tobacco and bitter chocolate. Firm and toasty on the palate, with a full body and chewy tannins. Ambitious but balanced." James Suckling

A pure Frappato is a rarity, as this very late-ripening grape variety is usually blended with others. Frappato thrives on the sandy soils of Vittoria in south-east Sicily and produces a complex wine with race and character. A floral bouquet with aromas of cherry and peach, notes of strawberry on the palate, slightly mineral and very energetic, with a finish reminiscent of apple and orange peel. Ideal food companion. SUPERIORE.DE

Rare cuvée of white vinified Sorbara and Trebbiano. Delicate floral fragrance, violets, pears and citrus notes, bold and fresh. Delicately creamy on the palate, fills the palate wonderfully, pears and citrus again, really prances over the tongue with fine perlage and lasts quite long with good freshness. Fine as an aperitif or as an accompaniment to fish starters. SUPERIORE.DE

The single-varietal Pandolfo matures for 9 months, 70% in steel tanks and 30% in Slovenian oak barrels, before maturing for at least 3 months in the bottle. The result is a dark ruby red colour in the glass. On the nose, it seduces with an aromatic bouquet reminiscent of cherries, liquorice, raspberries and spices. The flavour is complex and well-structured with soft and well-defined tannins. Medium-long final. SUPERIORE.DE

Dark cherry red with violet reflections. Intense aroma of sweet, preserved Amarena cherries and sour cherries, with a delicate herbal flavour, very inviting. Sweet fruit again on the palate, embedded in a fine, sparkling mousse, long-lasting and fresh, with a lively acidity on the finish. A fine aperitif, but also a very good accompaniment to hearty pasta dishes. SUPERIORE.DE

"Lifted and pretty, this Lambrusco exudes a bouquet of vibrant purple and blue flowers, such as violets, lavender, and iris. Wild plums and sour cherries seem to have been steeped in a bowl of wild mint and thyme, with intriguing hints of mushroom and freshly turned earth adding depth to the aromatic profile. The palate is lush, brimming with a medley of purple fruits, and the finish is touched with a delightful sweetness that lingers and is lifted by an energetic pop of acidity on the finish." Wine Enthusiast

Deep dark, masculine Aglianico. Smoke and minerals on the nose, with a subtle note of cedar wood. Flavours of blackberry, leather and dried meadow herbs on the palate. An impressive red with great potential at an unbeatable price. SUPERIORE.DE

"Intense ruby red colour. Red berries, cherries, tobacco and black tea on the nose, slightly balsamic on the finish. Fresh Mediterranean herbs on the palate, powerful, grippy tannins with a long finish." Falstaff