Friuli

Straw-coloured with greenish reflections, it has an intensely fruity aroma with nuances of yeast and fresh bread. The full flavour is deliciously balanced by the fine acidity. A masterful white wine in a rich style with a delicate flint note. SUPERIORE.DE

"A spicy and pretty white with sliced apples, spiced pears and a hint of white pepper. It’s medium-body with a rounded textured and a flavorful finish." James Suckling

Sparkling ruby violet, smells exciting, lots of rich fruit, plus fine spices. Plump on the palate, of cassis and dark cherries, underpinned with fine tannin, very clear and straightforward. SUPERIORE.DE

Light yellow in colour, fine nutty and buttery notes on the nose with juicy fruit such as mango and apple. Fresh and elegantly textured on the palate. A harmonious, versatile Chardonnay with a clean, yellow apple finish. SUPERIORE.DE

"A sparkling, tangy Chardonnay that tastes a little more like Pinot Blanc than Chardonnay. It's fresh, apple-flavoured, bright with green pears and spring blossom and sweet with satsuma acidity. Like a crisp white envelope, neatly pressed, containing a bright yellow card with sunshine and flowers." Jancis Robinson

"An attractive chardonnay with sliced cooked apples, lemon rind and peach stones. Medium-bodied with lovely density and freshness and a bright, tangy finish. Fresh, clean and direct." James Suckling

Emilio Rotolo's Refosco dal Peduncolo Rosso draws you into the glass with its deep, peppery black raspberry flavours, complemented by pretty violet and lavender tones. Wrapping the palate in a cloak of dark, ripe, textured fruit, it is incredibly elegant and polished, but also tangy. A layer of sweet tannins frames the expression and caresses the cheeks, while citrus fruit and a hint of spice linger. This is a very nice wine that will benefit from a slight chill. SUPERIORE.DE

"Spiced tobacco leaves and dried black cherry aromas lift from the glass of this spicy red. Inviting on the palate with smokiness that adds character to the black plum and cassis flavors to craft rich and intriguing wines with fine tannins on the finish." Wine Enthusiast

Classic, clean bouquet with notes of blackcurrant and blackberry. Convinces on the palate with power, clarity and lots of fresh fruit. 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

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

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

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

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

The grapes for this full-bodied Trockenbeerenauslese dry naturally on the vine to maximise the concentration of fruit sugar and aromas. They are harvested late and fermented in barriques. Intense, shiny golden yellow colour. Vinous aroma with notes of honey and vanilla. On the palate, the Verduzzo is delicately sweet, full-bodied and powerful. It glides smoothly and full-bodied into a wonderfully creamy finish. SUPERIORE.DE

Intense ruby red with violet reflections. Fruity and, on the nose, reminiscent of fresh forest fruits and plums, enveloped by a fine taste of black pepper. Soft and elegant on the palate, very full-bodied and with a lively freshness, it delights into the final. SUPERIORE.DE

Intense and bright ruby red. Characteristic, delicately sweet aroma with hints of plum jam, tobacco, hay and coffee. On the palate, it presents itself dry and soft, spicy and harmonious with a fruity blackberry and plum component. Very concentrated and typical, this Merlot leads into a respectable finish with suptile wood spice. SUPERIORE.DE

Dark ruby with a violet sheen. Powerful, fruity bouquet of plum and wild berry, rounded off on the palate with beautiful spice and notes of black pepper. SUPERIORE.DE

Bright ruby red. Distinct, characteristic and delicate aroma of raspberries and wild berries. Dry on the palate, with a nice pleasing spiciness and a delicate bitter note, velvety and elegant on the finish. SUPERIORE.DE

"Raspberries, mushrooms, white pepper and truffles on the nose. Juicy, savory and balanced, with a medium body and powdery tannins. Tasty and fresh finish." James Suckling

This Refosco initially shows the restrained side of this grape variety before the fine scent of berries, liquorice, tobacco and flowers unfolds in the glass. On the palate, soft, caressing with finely woven tannins. A very elegant and feminine Refosco. SUPERIORE.DE

The Valmasia from the old, indigenous Malvasia Istriana grape is exceptionally interesting and full of flavour: fresh and fragrant aromas of ripe yellow fruit, full-bodied and round on the palate. SUPERIORE.DE

The Ribolla Gialla has a delicate and persistent aroma of white flowers, green apples and yellow peaches. Full-bodied on the palate, the supple body reflects the characteristic features of the grape variety. The dry and spicy flavour conveys a pleasant freshness and pleasing aromatic richness. Elegant, light and flavoursome - a lively white wine. SUPERIORE.DE

"Apples, nectarines and chamomile on the nose. It’s fragrant and fruity with a medium to full body and a lightly fleshy texture. Excellent length." 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

Intense straw yellow in colour, the aroma is reminiscent of freshly baked bread, acacia blossom and ripe tropical fruit. These flavours are also confirmed on the palate, the Pinot Gris is elegant and full-bodied with an extremely delicate yeasty note. A harmonious wine full of character with good length. SUPERIORE.DE

"Sliced pear, apple and lemon on the nose, followed by a medium-bodied, fruit-driven and creamy palate. Fresh." James Suckling

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

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

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.

Garnet-purple coloured Merlot with a warm scent of crisp plums and ripe blackberries, plus earthy nuances and a hint of clove. Slender but full-bodied on the palate, all components wonderfully harmonised. SUPERIORE.DE