Wine

Dark garnet-red Merlot from the hillside vineyards in Auer, Neumarkt and Montan. Its bouquet is reminiscent of grasses and wild wine. Firm and full-bodied with flavours of dark cherries and blackcurrants. SUPERIORE.DE

Fontanabianca has created an elegant and densely packed Barbera here. It shows the exuberance and potential of the grape with appropriate restraint. It is neither jammy nor overly fruity, but indulges with a fine dose of dried cherry, blackberry and plum flavours, plus some Spanish cedar wood with a fine citrus note. A well-balanced wine with a beautiful final. SUPERIORE.DE

Typical Chardonnay with complex aromas of exotic fruits, pie crust and apple compote. The flavour is harmoniously fresh and elegant, powerful and long. SUPERIORE.DE

Elegant, delicate and very precise Pinot Gris. Bouquet of wild herbs, pleasantly fresh and juicy on the palate, toasted almond note in the respectable finish. SUPERIORE.DE

Tangy, complex and full-fruited, the Sauvignon with its delicious peach and citrus aromas wonderfully reflects the characteristics of the grape. SUPERIORE.DE

Powerful, harmonious Chardonnay with aromas of fresh pastries and ripe fruit. Balanced, very appetising taste, ideal as an all-rounder for Mediterranean cuisine. SUPERIORE.DE

"Rich nose of candied lemons, dried pineapple, orange peel and spices. Medium- to full-bodied, dense and waxy on the palate, with a light phenolic grip and hints of lemon drops at the end." James Suckling

Aromatic, varietal flavour with a pronounced muscat note and hints of exotic fruit. Harmonious and medium-bodied on the palate. Fresh and intense finish. SUPERIORE.DE

Pellegrino's Grillo Superiore matures longer on the fine lees than Il Salinario. Brilliant straw yellow in the glass. The bouquet is intense and complex, floral and fragrant, the scent of yellow flowers is flanked by buttery notes and hints of peach and hazelnut. Intense and persistent on the palate, very soft, fresh and with moderate acidity. SUPERIORE.DE

"Light, bright straw yellow with silver-coloured nuances. Restrained on the nose, with hints of white peach and citrus fruit. Clear on the palate, with a beautiful fruity flavour and invigorating acidity through to the lingering, juicy final." Falstaff

"Straw yellow in colour. Powerful, lifted and youthful citrus fruit. The same youthfulness on the palate, with multi-layered citrus fruit and lovely, structuring acidity and fine texture. You'll finish the bottle in no time, but it will be exciting to see it mature." Jancis Robinson

"A fresh, focused and crunchy white with lemons, tangerine peel, nectarines, dried flowers and a hint of flinty minerality on the nose. Medium-bodied, firm and crisp with juicy acidity. Bright and clean." James Suckling

Wide, very animating scent of citrus fruits, soft on the palate, with a lot of fullness and the flavours of grapefruit, lemon and pear, finishes harmoniously and persistently. SUPERIORE.DE

The floral and mineral De Vite is made from Sauvignon, Pinot Bianco and Müller Thurgau. A complex white wine, beautifully round in flavour and THE tip from South Tyrol. SUPERIORE.DE

Intense and elegant Ribolla Gialla, floral and fruity aromas in a surprisingly delicate bouquet, notes of green apple on the palate. A well-structured, appetisingly fresh and varietally typical white wine with potential. SUPERIORE.DE

"Aromas of candied peaches and dried apples with hints of honeysuckle. Medium-bodied and rich, but freshened with vivid and steady acidity that adds energy and length. Spiced and zesty at the end." James Suckling

Bright green-yellow colour, fresh green apple and floral aromas on the nose. On the palate juicy, elegant texture, fresh ripe pear fruit, fine minerality, harmonious and of good length." SUPERIORE.DE

Characterful bouquet of exotic fruits and flowers, plus fine roasted flavours. The flavour combines lively citrus fruit and elegant acidity with a mineral mellowness. Persistent, soft texture and a pleasant, long finish. SUPERIORE.DE

Classic Montepulciano d'Abruzzo, very straightforward and not too heavy. Small red berries and spices on the nose, harmonious, round and juicy flavour. Great value. SUPERIORE.DE

"Deep dark purple-red colour with lightening edges. Light, reductive nose of dark fruit and cold smoke. More present on the palate, spicy and powerful, broad fruit composition and firm tannins, above-average length." Falstaff

"On the nose, spicy aromas of earth and pencil shavings are balanced with fruity notes of cherries and plums. On the palate, a stream of chocolate brings out the sweetness of the cherries before a warm finish follows. The tannins and acidity are both lean and graceful." Wine Enthusiast

Brilliant straw yellow colour. An almost dramatic concert of flint, dried flowers, tropical fruits and a subtle hint of lime on the nose. Taut on the palate, with good texture and structure, delicately spicy, lively and with a wonderfully pronounced salty tension. Very balanced as it progresses, with well nuanced fruit and acidity and a very refreshing clarity. SUPERIORE.DE

Borrigiano is an enchanting cuvée that brings an ideal balance of fine and harmonised use of wood and fresh, lively fruit to the glass. An interesting berry flavour and some plum confit on the nose. For us, Borrigiano is an ideal companion for convivial evenings and mild pasta dishes or risottos - it shows the great potential of this up-and-coming winery in an endearing (and affordable) way. SUPERIORE.DE

Moscato d'Autunno from various Moscato musts is the top product from the historic Saracco Moscato estate. Fine peach flavours and notes of saline in a bouquet rich in finesse. Powerful on the palate, with wonderfully crisp fruit and a long finish. Very appealing and one of the best representatives of its type every year. SUPERIORE.DE

"This is fresh and floral on the nose, with peach skin, ripe guavas, pear puree and hints of sage and oolong tea. Sweet and creamy, but despite its density and richness it doesn’t feel cloying or sugary, as the acidity and freshness are there. It’s lingering on the palate, with a tangy, minerally ending." James Suckling

Powerful ruby colour. Beautiful interplay between earthy notes, tobacco and dark berry fruit on the nose, finely characterised. Juicy on the palate and on the palate, flows calmly, grippy, well-integrated tannins, fine drinking flow. Much fresher and airier than expected, but still powerful. A harmonious all-rounder with ambition. SUPERIORE.DE

"Dense, impenetrable ruby red colour. The nose has a strawberry jam aroma, followed by leather, tobacco, mocha, sage and caramel, with a rum pot aftertaste. Youthful tannins with seductive fruit on the palate. A pithy, juicy finish on the palate, with minimal dryness on the final." Falstaff

"Crushed wild berries, white pepper, rose petals and lavender form a convincing bouquet when the Rosso Battito 2021 blossoms in the glass. Round yet cool to the touch, it glides across the palate with ease, revealing ripe red and blue fruits and violet pastilles. The 2021 leaves a stain of primary concentration and a web of fine tannins while remaining juicy and fresh. It is both classically dry and lively. This wine offers fantastic value for money from vintage to vintage." Vinous

The Montecucco appellation near the Tuscan coast enjoys plenty of warmth and sun to produce wines with a full texture. On the nose, ripe cherries and blackcurrants, with smoke and tar as the wine progresses. Very juicy on the palate, with nice energy and a very acceptable length. A wonderful companion to heartier cuisine. SUPERIORE.DE

"This wine shows notes of red fruits, dried herbs and walnuts with some earthy character. Medium-bodied with soft, juicy tannins and lively fruit character. Aromatic finish." James Suckling

Pleasure and high drinking flow from Tuscany: Fresh ruby red colour. Small red berries, sour cherries and hints of herbs on the nose. The generous flavour is firm, with beautiful Sangiovese acidity and a fruity, medium-long finish. SUPERIORE.DE

"Bright ruby red colour with brightening edges. Somewhat volatile on the nose, blueberry and figs, reminiscent of oregano on the finish. Juicy on the palate, stretching across the palate with ripe fruit flavours." Falstaff

"A light and crunchy red with cherry and hints of vanilla. Medium body. Light tannins and a delicious finish." James Suckling

Here comes a bright, sunny and pure Ansonica. Clear pale yellow colour. Delicate aroma of almond, peach and Mediterranean scrub, with slight tropical hints. Fresh on the palate with an interesting bitter note, fine, restrained acidity, well-proportioned smoothness and a salty, mineral vein in the well-structured finish. SUPERIORE.DE

Wonderful, energetic Sardinian cuvée of Vermentino and Chardonnay with great freshness and dynamism. Floral nuances, apple, pineapple, pear and a light mint flavour pamper the senses. It is silky smooth and yet racy in style. SUPERIORE.DE

"Very floral wine, it smells like a spring garden, with green pears mixed with citrus fruit. Dry and crisp, with tension and vibrancy. Very savory, even though not too persistent. Drink now and enjoy its crispness." James Suckling

Bisci not only produces excellent Verdicchio, but also very appealing Rosso, which is now made from 100% Merlot. With the best value wine in the Marche winery's range, it has achieved a great success: Fascinating aromas of red berries, precious wood and herbs, with a subtle, smoky component in the background. Precise and taut on the palate, with a wonderful primary fruity core, framed by liquorice and a dried bouquet of Mediterranean herbs. A warm red for the unusual days of the week. SUPERIORE.DE

"An enticing blend of wild blueberries, sage, lavender and white smoke makes the 2020 Merlot impossible to ignore. This is soft-textured and round with brisk acidity that enlivens its tart wild berry fruits. Chalky minerals form toward the finish. It fades with youthful tension and lightly tannic, leaving tart blackberry hints to fade." Vinous

"This is an unoaked 100% Merlot from one of the leading producers of Verdicchio in Le Marche. Vinified in stainless steel and matured in cement, it is fragrant in character with Parma violet-infused black berries, some stalky, balsamic notes and peppery spice. Sweet, ripe fruit is supported by an elegantly weighted and velvety palate, with grippy tannins, fresh acidity and a black berry and blackcurrant leaf finish." Decanter

Taglio del Tralcio is a highly aromatic wine made from Aglianico grapes. It has an aroma of dark wild berries with delicate hints of leather and rosemary. Warm and gentle on the palate, it has a beguiling fruitiness and persistence. SUPERIORE.DE

"The 2021 Aglianico del Vulture Taglio del Tralcio mixes violet florals, exotic spices and crushed blackberries to form its inviting bouquet. This washes across the palate with silky textures and ripe wild berry fruits, displaying fantastic energy as crunchy mineral tones form toward the close. It leaves a resonance of lavender and sugar-dusted plums while finishing with medium length and only gently tannic." Vinous

"It has flavours of Oreo biscuits, walnuts, baked plums, strawberry compote and dried spices. Full-bodied, chewy and firm, with a rich, ripe and nutty finish. Lingering." James Suckling