Wine

Typical Vitiano: its colour is deep ruby red and aromas of cherries and berries fill the nose. The generous flavour is beautifully clear, just as we know it, with wonderfully fresh cherry tones with an aromatic vanilla note in the foreground. The youngest Vitiano also has an excellent structure and fine tannins. Already round, full-bodied, juicy and with long-lasting fruit. SUPERIORE.DE

"Aromas of blackberries, graphite and white pepper, leading to a medium body with light, fine tannins and a spicy finish. Delicate and delicious." James Suckling

"The 2022 Rosso Vitiano is a total pleasure on the nose, wafting up with a burst of wild blueberries, lavender and confectionary spice. It is silky-smooth and nearly creamy in texture, with masses of ripe red and blue fruits, gaining balance through a core of brisk acidity. It tapers off with outstanding length and concentration, leaving a pleasantly bitter blackberry tinge to linger on." Vinous

Colombara is a wonderful Soave from the single vineyard of the same name: bright straw yellow in colour, the elegant aroma is slightly sweet on the nose, then fruity, enriched with notes of toasted bread. On the palate, there are hints of acacia, followed by rich fruit flavours of peach, apple and pineapple. A well-balanced Soave Classico, soft and characterised by good freshness. SUPERIORE.DE

"Light yellow; floral notes, fruity; juicy acidity, subtly fruity, roses, delicately tart, good length." (JLF) Merum

Straw yellow in colour, with a fine, rich aroma of ripe fruit and white flowers, reminiscent of meadow herbs and citrus fruits. Slightly spicy flavour, full-bodied and beautifully persistent. Good balance between structure and softness. SUPERIORE.DE

"A gorgeous nose of citrus blossom and green candied apple provides the perfect frame for a palate that starts with the same notes and then becomes grassy and salty, while the acidity tingles in the mouth." Wine Enthusiast

"A salty and delicious pecorino with notes of dried lemons, spiced apples and warm herbs. It’s medium-bodied with a seductive and tactile feel on the palate. Well driven and succulent with a savory and salty finish." James Suckling

Passerina is an autochthonous grape variety, particularly widespread in Abruzzo and Marche, which has awoken from its slumber in recent years. Pale yellow in colour, with a fresh citrus bouquet with exotic notes and a lovely acidity, it is always a reliable accompaniment to Mediterranean cuisine and is also a delight to drink on its own. SUPERIORE.DE

This organic Rosato by Umani Ronchi was born at the Centovie winery in Roseto degli Abruzzi. A project defined after several years of experimentation, with the aim of producing a wine that combines the expressive power of the Montepulciano grape with a soft and delicate vinification to emphasise its fresh and fruity nuances. Delicate pink colour with shiny reflections. Floral, fresh and with delicate citrus notes on the nose, crisp on the palate with beautiful acidity and notes of red cherry, strawberry, blood orange and pink grapefruit. Complex and long on the palate - a serious wine with great drinkability! SUPERIORE.DE

"A soft and juicy rosé with aromas of dried flowers, pomegranates and strawberries. It’s medium-bodied and richly fruity." James Suckling

Convincing Montepulciano d'Abruzzo of high quality at a very appealing price. Variety-typical, strong fruit aroma, full and spicy structure on the palate. SUPERIORE.DE

A wonderful Montepulciano Rosato from Abruzzo with a rosé colour typical of white wine made from red grapes. Harmonious, fine and elegant on the palate. A light, fresh and very balanced wine with a high enjoyment factor. SUPERIORE.DE

The Sallier de la Tour winery has been owned by the Counts Tasca since 2009, making it the fifth winery that complements and characterises the diversity and professionalism of what is probably Sicily's most famous winery. Sallier de la Tour specialises in the Grillo, Inzolia, Syrah and Nero d'Avola grape varieties.

Light yellow with green reflections. Orange zest, meadow flowers and notes of melon and herbs on the nose. Fresh and light on the palate, again fruity, with a fine almond flavour. A classic for light Mediterranean cuisine and warm summer evenings. SUPERIORE.DE

Passerina - an autochthonous vine from the Marche: Golden yellow, with the scent of meadow flowers, pleasing and round on the palate and carried by a fine, fresh acidity. SUPERIORE.DE

The grapes for Carlo Pellegrino's single-varietal Catarratto from certified organic cultivation come from the area around Trapani from chalky-sandy soils. Here, the high summer temperatures are tempered by strong summer winds. Straw yellow in colour with greenish reflections. Medium-bodied bouquet of orange blossom, sweet lemons and yellow apples. Taut and bright on the palate, with its clearly recognisable Sicilian identity, it also offers plenty of sunshine in the glass as an aperitivo. SUPERIORE.DE

Intense aroma of ripe, fleshy red fruit, elderberries and roasted coffee. Warm, enveloping and full-bodied, unfolds with plenty of fruit flavour and soft tannins. SUPERIORE.DE

Bright, rich ruby red colour. White pepper and ripe cherries on the nose, a hint of strawberry jam, inviting. Opens on the palate, initially powerful, with well-balanced acidity, sweetness and tannins, very juicy and of good, medium length. SUPERIORE.DE

"I like the fruit focus here, with youthful aromas of red plums, cherries, lavender and strawberries. Medium-bodied, juicy and bright with fine tannins." James Suckling

Ruby red colour with violet reflections. On the nose, typical varietal aromas of ripe plums, cocoa, wild fruits and a flawless spiciness with traces of white smoke. Full and broad on the palate, with beautiful juiciness, very soft, well-integrated tannins and a fruity, finely spiced finish. SUPERIORE.DE

La Segreta, which takes its name from the surrounding woods near Ulmo, is a charming cuvée made from Grecanico, Chardonnay, Grillo and a small proportion of other grape varieties. The bouquet has fresh, youthful citrus fruit and floral nuances, while the flavour is always balanced, with style and Sicilian personality. SUPERIORE.DE

"The 2023 Bianco La Segreta rises from the glass with a honeyed sweetness that highlights a mix of wildflowers and candied lime. It is soft and round, with crisp minerality up front that fades into crunchy fruit and a hint of ginger. The finish is savoury and of medium length, ending with a pleasantly tart hint of sour lime." Vinous

"A fruity, juicy and mellow white showing notes of warm lemons, herbs and mild spices on the nose, following through to a medium body with fresh acidity. Vivid and agreeable." James Suckling

The Grotta Rossa clearly embodies its terroir and the grape variety. The clean, powerful bouquet is reminiscent of ripe berries and cherries, while on the palate the tannins blend perfectly with the acidity before the soft finish sets in. SUPERIORE.DE

"The nose starts crisp and savory, with aromas of graphite, earth, pepper and violets. Sweeter notes of blackberry, plum and chocolate gradually emerge, and continue to swell on the palate, but zippy acid injects a balancing, almost metallic tang." Wine Enthusiast

Bright garnet red colour. Spicy nose of cocoa powder and coffee grounds, ripe dark berries, fine spice and a delicate woody note. Lots of ripe berry fruit on the palate, dense and juicy, with a fine fruity sweetness, a little mint and a beautiful overall balance. SUPERIORE.DE

"Dark ruby red with violet reflections. Fragrant, clear nose, ripe fruit flavours, strawberries and plums, with a hint of vanilla behind it. More herbal spice and dark chocolate on the palate, balanced and round, polished tannins, well-integrated acidity, medium finish." Falstaff

"A full-bodied, ripe and fleshy red with aromas of dark cherries, chocolate, mushrooms and dried herbs. Some dried fruit and coffee hints. Chewy but approachable tannins. Excellent balance." James Suckling

Flavoursome, typical Nuragus with intense aromas, a prime example of freshness and harmony. Fine spice flavours and light acidity characterise this wonderfully drinkable wine. Well-structured on the palate with medium length. SUPERIORE.DE

"The texture is really attractive, with slice pears, lemons and some green apples. It’s medium- to full-bodied with a creamy, subtly fruity finish." James Suckling

Intense straw yellow with a light-coloured rim. Fine nose of flowers and white melon. Macrina, fragrant and balanced with its mineral-salty flavour and notes of flint, is a white wine with irresistible freshness, length and juiciness in every vintage. SUPERIORE.DE

"Bright straw yellow colour. Somewhat washed-out nose with melon and peach as well as culinary herbs such as sage and mint. Fresh, medium-bodied, juicy, slightly salty. Grapefruit on the finish." Falstaff

Planetas Rosé exudes a fragrant bouquet of freshly cut roses, wild strawberries, pomegranate and wet stone. Silky and smooth on the palate with a savoury, salty mix of mineral apples and pears giving way to pretty inner flowers. Lingers long on the finish, echoing all the fruity and floral notes on the nose and palate. Well done! SUPERIORE.DE

"The 2023 Rosé smells of a cascade of wild flowers, lime zest and crushed stone. It opens with a marvellous inner sweetness accompanied by mineral fruit and a hint of acidic citrus. The 2023 rejuvenates with mouthwatering tension. It is crisply refreshing and leaves a lingering savoury aftertaste." Vinous

"A delicious and juicy rosé made of nero d’avola and syrah. Notes of grapefruit, dried oranges and mild spices. It’s medium-bodied, supple and deliciously fruity, with a tangy finish." James Suckling

Dark red colour with a typical varietal bouquet, slightly peppery and grassy notes. A strong, fleshy red wine with beautiful flavour and balanced finesse. SUPERIORE.DE

"Dark cherries, peppercorns and some baked plums and leaves on the nose. Lots of fruit with a saline quality to the damsons on the palate. Medium body with lightly chewy tannins." James Suckling

The Soave DOC Monte di Colognola tells the story of the volcanic area in the hilly west of the appellation. The lively bouquet has fresh notes of white elderberry and peach blossom, sweet lemon peel and lemongrass. On the palate, the wine recalls the sweet and juicy sensation of grapes, finishing elegantly and refined with floral notes of camomile and citrus fruits. SUPERIORE.DE

"There's a whoosh of white pepper on the nose and then so fragrant: the scent of summer hay meadow and grass pollen. Bags of golden apples and sweet pomelo and a rather delicious uptick of lemongrass and tomato vine and coriander seeds. A frisson of chalk-and-stone dust. So clean and so fresh but rounded and a real undertow of interest and substance. Real length looping back to the white-pepper fragrance of the start." Jancis Robinson

"A really good Soave. Concentrated, savoury and well-structured, with notes of quince paste, apricot chutney, curry powder and pronounced pepper, compressed by a reductive minerality, bright acidity and a wave of phenols. A very impressive start. Even convincing. Lasting." James Suckling

Strong ruby garnet, violet reflections and light rim. Correct, delicious, clear, fruity, juicy, spicy, original and yet modern. Beautiful dark berry fruit, delicate herbal spice and a hint of tobacco. This Chianti, from the inventor of Chianti and named after him, is worth every cent of its purchase price. SUPERIORE.DE

Clear, straw-yellow colour, fresh bouquet with notes of citrus fruits, fresh mint and flowers. The palate is just as lively and delicate. Acidity, structure and length in perfect balance, the perfect companion for a carefree afternoon with good friends. SUPERIORE.DE

"A fresh, medium-bodied white that has aromas and flavors of lemon pith, bitter almonds, chamomile and a touch of salted butter. Creamy and textural." James Suckling

Outstanding, pure Sangiovese at a top price: ruby red, strong, very typical bouquet of dark berries, tobacco and leather, well-structured on the palate with cherry and plum notes, excellent length and an elegant, fine fruity finish. It has so much purity and energy. SUPERIORE.DE

"A rich sangiovese with ripe plums, cherries, blueberries and vanilla on the nose. Chalky and powdery on the palate with a full body and sweetly-spiced finish." James Suckling