Puglia

Rupicolo smells of dried cherries and hints of sage and camphor. It is silky and round in texture, with ripe red and black fruits that give way to a salty and savoury impression towards the end. A hint of fine tannins lingers on the medium-long final, along with juicy wild berries and spices. SUPERIORE.DE

Light green-yellow in colour, with a fine aroma of yellow apple and delicate blossom honey, very inviting. Elegant and balanced on the palate with fresh white fruit, well-integrated acidity and light mineral nuances. SUPERIORE.DE

Strong, bright dark pink colour. Fresh, fruity, mild and balanced, the Cantalupi Rosé is made predominantly from Negroamaro. Balanced and harmonious on the palate, well-integrated acidity with well-balanced fruit. Delicate tannins give it weight, structure and character. SUPERIORE.DE

Rich dark red in colour, the aroma is characterised by fine spicy berry aromas, ripe plums, balsamic notes and roasted tones. Dense, full-bodied and wonderfully juicy on the palate, with a long cherry finish. SUPERIORE.DE

Fascinating wine for every day. The bouquet of ripe wild berries with hints of cocoa and notes of oriental spices continues with its density and softness on the palate and in the finish. SUPERIORE.DE

Excellent Primitivo of ruby red color, the slightly spicy bouquet is characterized by red berry fruits. The harmonious taste is earthy, yet velvety and of a certain elegance with light tannin and a gentle final. SUPERIORE.DE

Vibrant ruby red colour. Opens with notes of violets and roses, laurel, myrtle, thyme and small preserved cherries. The flavour is juicy, fresh and spicy with long fruity notes and dense, well-integrated tannins. From vines over 20 years old. SUPERIORE.DE

"Bright ruby red with a purple-coloured core. Reminiscent of wild strawberries, some oranges, pomegranate and sage on the nose. Taut on the palate, with full-bodied tannins, clear berry fruit and light herbal flavours, still quite youthful on the finish." Falstaff

Dense purple-red colour, crisp, fruity bouquet with impressions of wild blackberries. Complex on the palate with deep fruit, yet remarkably supple, not saturating, of good length and with a beautiful drinking flow. SUPERIORE.DE

"Poached plums, mocha and baked strawberries on the nose. Fruity, ripe and light, with a medium to full body and slightly sweet tannins." James Suckling

The very varietal Sauvignon Terre al Monte is straw yellow in colour. The bouquet has hints of plums, green apple and passion fruit. Fresh and savoury on the palate with beautiful fruit and good balance. SUPERIORE.DE

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

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

Fresh, floral-scented rosato from Castel del Monte, beautifully accessible and wonderfully fruity in flavour. Soft and juicy on the palate, with a medium body and a beautifully dry finish. A correctly vinified everyday wine that we really enjoy. SUPERIORE.DE

"Bright, intense pink colour. Very fragrant nose of watermelon, raspberry and peach, with rich floral notes on the finish. Accessible, radiant and expressive on the palate, with well-integrated acidity, melting fruit and a long finish, drinks very well." Falstaff

Ripe fruit-scented Primitivo di Manduria, whose fruit is perfectly matched to the amount of wood and whose dense flavour ends with pleasant cocoa notes. SUPERIORE.DE

"A fresh and simple primitivo with red-plum and raspberry aromas and flavors. Medium body with light but tight tannins adding a touch of firmness to the finish." James Suckling

Excellent, single-varietal red wine from the ancient southern Italian Nero di Troia grape. Violante impresses with its delicately aromatic, red berry and delicately smoky bouquet. Fresh in flavour, well-structured and beautifully balanced between fruit and acidity, it is a wonderful accompaniment to food and a very good value everyday wine. SUPERIORE.DE

"Bright, light purple red colour. Medium intensity on the nose, opens on fresh blueberries, violet flavours, subtle spicy notes in the finish. Polished on the palate, then gripping tannins, dense fruit through to the finish." Falstaff

"Mushrooms, bay leaves and black cherries on the nose with a hint of crushed pepper. Lean and flavoursome, medium-bodied, with juicy dark fruits framed by fine tannins." James Suckling

Straw yellow in colour with greenish reflections. The nose is dominated by notes of white fruit flesh, apples and pineapple, which are well balanced by citrus notes of orange blossom and jasmine. Its fragrant palate is flavoursome with a soft entry and balanced freshness, with a light nutmeg spice on the finish. An extremely straightforward Chardonnay, as we love it, with a cool style, fine salinity and a fruity finish. SUPERIORE.DE

"Aromas of lemon, crushed stone, white flowers, stone fruit and dried pineapple swirl together to create a fresh, enticing nose, and continue to mix and mingle on the bright, salty palate as acid gleams overhead. It is refreshing, but also substantial." Wine Enthusiast

Rich straw yellow colour, fresh, floral aroma and clear fruit of white peaches and a hint of honey. The intense flavour is taut and fresh with hints of minerality, round, juicy and long on the finish. We are very surprised by the complexity of this wine for this price range; this is a new generation of Puglia. Good length and Storage potential - ideal with grilled fish dishes, Mediterranean vegetable dishes or light-coloured terrines. SUPERIORE.DE

Orion is a very special Primitivo, always fresh and with remarkable persistence. Dense ruby red with a violet rim, the nose has intense aromas of ripe and fleshy red cherries, followed by spicy notes such as cinnamon and nutmeg. Powerful, smooth and very long in the mouth. Its clearly defined acid wire makes it fresh and pleasantly different from the sweet, jammy Primitivo monotony that is otherwise all too often on offer. SUPERIORE.DE

"The nose is simultaneously weighty, fresh and elegant, with aromas of black cherry, blackberry and dark chocolate, along with undertones of orange peel and stone. All of those notes reappear on a palate which is bitter, but friendly, as acid soars overhead." Wine Enthusiast

Next to the Passamante grove lies the Negroamaro vineyard of Masseria Li Veli. Dense ruby red with a violet rim. On the nose, distinct aromas of ripe and fleshy red fruits and spicy notes of cinnamon and nutmeg. Powerful and long on the palate, carried by a lively acidity. SUPERIORE.DE

Ruby red in colour with a violet hue. A clear aroma of red berries on the nose, including raspberry, sour cherry and blackcurrant. Hints of liquorice, rhubarb and young leather. On the palate, it is soft, opulent and has a good tannin structure. Like all Li Veli reds, it convinces on the finish with a well-integrated acidity and surprising freshness for the entire region. SUPERIORE.DE

"Rich and peppery nose with bushy blackberries, mulberries, lavender extract, briar, asphalt and dark chocolate. Pretty concentrated and ripe on the palate with sweet, tight tannins. Vertical but still fluid in the middle. Plush, ripe and well-made." James Suckling

Sparkling light yellow colour. Intense nose of sliced apple, pear, melon, peach and an interesting, delicately oxidative and herbal note. Precise on the palate with beautiful spice and again flavours of sliced apple. A fresh, interesting and downright captivating white wine from a good vineyard. SUPERIORE.DE

Dark ruby red colour. Clear, tidy aroma of cherries and strawberries with a subtle hint of sweet spices. Very elegant tannins on the palate, medium body with fresh fruit and hints of minerality. Well-integrated acidity and a pleasant juiciness without intrusive sweetness make you long for the next glass! SUPERIORE.DE

Intense, bright old rose colour. Fine and inviting nose of ripe peach, yellow fruit and wild berries with a hint of spice. Crisp and finely fruity on the palate, with a lovely, slightly salty flavour and a delicately bitter aftertaste. SUPERIORE.DE

"Bright, sparkling pink-red colour. Delicate bouquet of redcurrant, rosehip and wild berries. Very juicy and fresh on the palate with a dense fruit centre and a delicate melting finish." Falstaff

"A pale rosé with pretty notes of strawberries, peaches and rose hips. It’s delicate and crisp with medium body and a dry, refreshing finish." James Suckling

Impenetrable dark colour and a warm bouquet of ripe dark fruit with hints of forest floor. The Cantalupi's wood is perfectly balanced with the fruit. An extremely harmonious wine with cocoa and vanilla notes in the soft, dense flavour. Very respectable finish. SUPERIORE.DE

Intense violet colour in the glass. The bouquet of smoke, spices with traces of liquorice. Taut on the palate, then opening up and a mouthful of wine with everything the wine lover's heart desires when thinking of Puglia: harmony, fresh fruit and animating acidity, plus fine extract sweetness and well-worked tannins. SUPERIORE.DE

"This shows aromas of dried berries and prunes with hints of chocolate and spice box. Medium- to full-bodied, polished, dry and nicely filled with juicy fruit. Dusty finish." James Suckling