Wine

The grapes for the Soave Classico "Vintage Edition", vinified according to the Veronese tradition, come from Bertani's vineyards on the western slope of the volcanic Soave hill, north of the castle. Intense straw yellow colour with golden reflections. The multi-layered nose is reminiscent of peach, pear and apricot. Soft and mouth-filling on the palate, lingering and persistent. You can feel the power of the terroir, this is anything but a normal Soave Classico. SUPERIORE.DE

"A captivating Soave, this comes with a haunting floral aroma and intriguing yin-and-yang dynamic. Youthful tartness and rich texture intertwine, hinting at its potential to evolve. The complex mouthfeel complements the intricate aromatics. This well-crafted white wine is poised to go the distance, rewarding patient enthusiasts who appreciate its nuances." Wine Enthusiast

Nero di Lupo is - in contrast to many other single-varietal Nero d'Avola - a fresh and rather light wine, but no less interesting. Intense aroma of sour cherries and herbs, the bright, friendly taste is exceedingly fruity, lively and silky. SUPERIORE.DE

"The 2020 Nero di Lupo impresses with its savory blend of grilled sage, flinty crushed rocks and citrus-tinged red currants. It’s round in feel with lively acids to balance, as sour cherry mixed with hints of tangerine gives way to saline-mineral tones toward the close. A bitter trace and nuances of plum skins linger through the long and spicy finale. The Nero di Lupo is a zesty, varietal Nero d'Avola that will excel at the dinner table." Vinous

After a year of bottle ageing in the cellar, Feudi's famous Fiano "Pietracalda" is labelled Riserva.

A particularly high-quality Fiano di Avellino from Campania with a bouquet of light-coloured stone fruit, nuts and honey. On the palate, its fruity character, aromatic herbal notes and clean structure and minerality make it extremely stimulating. SUPERIORE.DE

"The 2022 Fiano di Avellino Pietracalda wafts up with a delicate blend of white flowers, young peach and crushed stone. It flows across the palate with silken textures offset by tactile mineral tones as a core of ripe pit fruits and inner florals amass toward the close. A youthful tension lingers as the Pietracalda finishes classically dry and lightly structured. Today, the 2022 is coy, yet it possesses the balance for medium-term cellaring." Vinous

"That's good. Taut and fresh. It relies on a chewy lattice of salted lemon pith, as well as a distinct acidity. Taut and medium-bodied, with dabs of pistachio, fennel, tonic and jasmine. Long and complex." James Suckling

"The Fiano di Avellino Pietracalda 2022 is another very approachable and drinkable white wine from Feudi di San Gregorio. It is fresh and lively, both on the nose and in the mouth, with lots of flavours of white melon, pear, almond and gravel." Wine Advocate

Bright ruby red colour with a delicately brightening rim. Fresh, full-bodied, very enjoyable wine with the aroma of dark cherries, flowers and mint. Hearty, delicate flavour, good acidity, very lively and full of character. SUPERIORE.DE

"The Morisfarms 2019 Maremma Toscana Sangiovese Barbaspinosa shows very dense and tart fruit flavours and has a slightly green note reminiscent of blackberries or balsam herb. The wine is a little prickly with a medium-heavy palate that finishes with cedar and toasted wood. It opens up nicely when it gets more air in the glass." Wine Advocate

Medium ruby red colour. Fine, red berry bouquet with hints of blackcurrant, black cherry, sage and smoky notes. Firm and expressive on the palate; multi-layered flavours of ripe wild berries, spices and a delicate almond note are flanked by velvety tannins. Ciampoleto has impressive depth and structure for a Rosso, and the respectable finish leaves a soft cherry note with traces of liquorice and a salty vein. SUPERIORE.DE

"Dark, bright ruby red with cherry-red edges. Dark forest berries and nutmeg on the nose, subtle hints of vanilla and roasted almonds. Juicy on the palate, with fine-grained tannins, creamy fruit flavours and animating tension, with a slightly bitter final." Falstaff

"The 2022 Rosso di Montalcino Ciampoleto is wonderfully unique, savory, nearly smoky and mineral in character with a burst of grilled herbs, crushed rocks and dried black cherries. This is surprisingly lifted and spry with vividly ripe wild berry fruits and sweet spices that swirl throughout. It leaves a pleasantly chewy concentration to linger on as rosy inner florals and licorice cascade across a bed of edgy tannins." Vinous

"Graceful nose of liquorice root, restrained raspberries and pressed violets. The attack is firm and crisp, as you'd expect from Sangiovese, but with supple cherries and ripe tannins. The finish is chewy and chalky, but dynamic." James Suckling

The aromatically fresh Capitel Foscarino made from Garganega and a pinch of Chardonnay is delicious. Brilliant colour in the glass, beguiling fruit on the nose, round and harmonious on the palate with wonderfully integrated acidity and beautiful, grippy length. SUPERIORE.DE

"Intense, bright straw yellow with golden reflections. Warm and inviting nose of juicy apricots, honeydew melon and a hint of lemon balm. Juicy on the palate, with animating acidity, medium body and beautiful length." Falstaff

"A mineral-driven white that's silky in texture and lightly mouthwatering, with smoke and oyster shell notes underscoring flavors of papaya, kiwi fruit and blood orange sorbet, plus accents of elderflower and cardamom." Wine Spectator

"A pungent nose with spicy, almost aniseed-like aromas of white fruit and stone fruit accompanied by a dense, mineral underpinning. Full-bodied, round and intense, with a hint of phenolic firmness driving the rich, ripe fruit through the long finish. A delicious white wine that can be enjoyed now or cellared for a few years or even longer." James Suckling

The first alcoholic fermentation of the must takes place in steel tanks on the fine lees at a controlled temperature and after a waiting period of at least six months, the wine is bottled. The bottles remain at a constant temperature of 12°C so that the wine can undergo its second fermentation and mature on its own yeasts, which remain at the bottom of the bottle as a light sediment (note: it is not filtered!).

An animating cherry red colour with violet reflections and a yeasty cloudiness due to the lack of filtration. A surprisingly cheeky nose of wild strawberry and redcurrant, very fresh and accessible. The palate is vibrant with lots of raspberry and traces of rhubarb, the exciting interplay is flanked by delicate yeast tones and a wonderfully present acidity and ensures an impressive race and class that only the Lambrusco grandmaster Christian Bellei can conjure up in the bottle! SUPERIORE.DE

"Sparkling, brilliant cherry pink colour with persistent perlage and slight cloudiness. Cool nose of delicate apricots and forest fruits, great lemony components, fresh and fragrant. Very dry on the palate, with a delicate fruity flavour, salty, a little tannin on the finish, full-bodied." Falstaff

"The NV Rimosso is inviting, with a pretty mix of violets, lavender and blueberries. On the palate, this Rimosso is more flamboyant, savoury and intense, with a chiselled bead of bubbles punctuated by ripe wild berries. The Rimosso finishes perfumed and long, leaving a fluid, floral colour and tactile mineral tones that linger. Very beautiful." Vinous

"The wine showcases small ripe strawberries, complete with their seeds, alongside notes of strawberry leaf and subtle rose hip aromas, intertwined with a mixed bouquet of herbs. It strikes a harmonious balance between savory and fruity notes, enhanced by mouthwatering acidity. The tart lift of the finish makes it an ideal companion for salty snacks, grilled food, or a delectable slice of pizza." Wine Enthusiast

Alexandros is a beautifully complex and expressive white from Campania. The aromas of light stone fruit, flowers and a fine minerality come together in the harmonious bouquet. Crisp clean taste with a fresh finish. SUPERIORE.DE

"The 2022 Greco di Tufo Alexandros is remarkably beautiful in the glass. An unobtrusive blend of young peach, melon and sweet smoke forms its bouquet. A lively acidity and mineral tones complete the ripe fruit that washes over the palate. The 2022 finishes fresh and medium-length, with lingering notes of candied lime." Vinous

"Vinosity, the highlight. Apricot peel, canned peach, nectarine pulp, tamarind and quince paste. The mid palate, powerful and thoroughly convincing. This is a fine Greco, even in the context of the vintage. It rides a wave of quince paste phenomena as well as the underlying touch of freshness." James Suckling

Redimore is an intense and outstanding Aglianico from genuine Prephylloxera clones from a single vineyard, which combines richness and harmony in the most beautiful way. Flavours of dried fruit, leather, tobacco and spices are perfectly interwoven with fruit, acidity and tannin. SUPERIORE.DE

"A warm, inviting bouquet with flavours of cherries, currants, blackberries, chocolate and wild herbs. On the palate, a wave of blood orange brings out the acidity of the fruit before an earthy finish emphasises the herbaceous element. The tannins are chalky yet inviting, while the acidity is invigorating." Wine Enthusiast

"The Aglianico Redimore 2021 is youthfully intense, its bouquet is characterised by crushed raspberries, autumnal spices, sage and rose petals. It is juicy and round with a core of tart forest fruits that keep the balance. Saline mineral tones give the wine a tactile note towards the end. The finish is long and lightly textured, with hints of liquorice and sour citrus tickling the tongue." Vinous

Intense golden yellow colour, striking aroma of flowers and white stone fruit, all finely woven into the wood tannin. The wine is well-structured and persistent on the palate. A long-lasting white wine made from Trebbiano toscano, as not only winegrowers liked to drink it in the past. SUPERIORE.DE

"Apple peel, pie crust and sour cream on the nose, with a subtle twist of cashews. Lightly abrasive and weighty on the palate, with tightness, bright acidity and some nutty creaminess at the end. Pretty unique and serious." James Suckling