Tuscany | Chianti

Vernaiolo is one of the oldest members of the Rocca delle Macìe family and has always been the estate's most traditional example of Chianti. Its name is derived from the Latin vernāle, which means "of spring" and indicates the season in which the Chianti was bottled after it had survived the winter. Even today, this lively, ruby-red wine is ready to drink in the spring after the harvest and retains its fresh and fruity characteristics for a long time.

Fruity red with lots of dried berries and a hint of dried flowers and a touch of milk chocolate. Medium body, round tannins and a fresh finish. Delicious and very entertaining. SUPERIORE.DE

"A juicy, fruity and delicious Chianti with cherries, raspberries and warm spices on the nose. It’s medium-bodied with fine tannins. Round and juicy, with a velvety core of cherries and a satisfying finish." 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

Fresh, fruity Chianti with a lot of esprit and drinking flow. Smells of cherries and redcurrants, harmoniously round on the palate with lively acidity and well-dosed tannins. SUPERIORE.DE

The Chianti Colli Senesi from Fattoria del Cerro is a dark, lively wine with beautiful fruit, minerality and leather flavours on the nose. Pleasantly round and balanced on the palate. A drinkywine with a certain sophistication. SUPERIORE.DE

"Dried flowers, sour cherries and oranges on the nose. It’s juicy with medium body, easy tannins and zesty acidity." James Suckling

The fresh, smooth and very drinkable Casa Boschino is made from a similar blend of grapes to the Cerviolo, the star of the San Fabiano estate. However, its grapes come from younger vineyards, making it available at a sensationally favourable price. Very beautiful aromas of ripe blackberries, blackcurrants and Indian-style spices, full-bodied and with fine tannins. SUPERIORE.DE

Bright ruby red, inviting aroma of red fruits. Clear and supple on the palate. Very successful value. SUPERIORE.DE

As the name Sasyr suggests, this wine is a blend of Sangiovese and Syrah. Only 15 per cent of the Sangiovese matures for six months in large oak barrels, the rest comes from stainless steel. Pretty red colour with notes of blood orange, blueberries, crushed violets, dried herbs and some cedar wood. Medium body, fine tannins and a fresh, dense finish. Sasyr is a fresh and harmonious red wine for many occasions. SUPERIORE.DE

"A fruity, juicy and velvety blend of sangiovese and syrah. Notes of dark cherries, cassis, chocolate and wildflowers on the nose. Medium-bodied with fine tannins and a refined texture. Silky and delicious, with more blue fruit and flowers in the finish." James Suckling

Light, bright ruby red colour. Very appealing fruity nose of strawberries and small wild berries, notes of pepper, violets and liquorice. Harmonious on the palate, with medium pressure, open, clear, the well-balanced acidity invigorating and fresh. Very nice attack and finish, drinky. SUPERIORE.DE

Bright yellow with green reflections. Fruity and delicate bouquet of white and yellow flowers. Soft, full-bodied and beautifully harmonious and balanced on the palate. Good structure, perfectly balanced, refreshing acidity, medium-long and fruity finish. SUPERIORE.DE

Intense aroma with promising notes of yellow fruit and flowers, some flint and herbs such as camomile and laurel. Fresh and supple on the palate with good acidity. The finish ends with mineral notes typical of Vermentino, accompanied by flavours of citrus fruit and banana. SUPERIORE.DE

"This shows notes of candied citrus fruit, ripe pears, white flowers and hints of honey. Medium-bodied, juicy and a little fluid on the palate, with a fruity finish." James Suckling

Deep ruby red colour. Fresh aromas of sour cherry, violet, lavender and some cedar wood. The first impression is bright and fresh, followed by a certain creaminess with ripe red cherry and plum flavours, complemented by a subtle undergrowth note. Juicy, clean and persistent on the final. A delicious and typically Tuscan food companion for every day. SUPERIORE.DE

Light straw yellow with golden reflections. Floral bouquet of acacia flowers and lemon blossom with fruity notes reminiscent of exotic fruits and yellow-fleshed peaches, citrus peel in the background. Warm and round on the palate with a fresh and persistent finish, animating drinking flow. SUPERIORE.DE

Pale straw yellow with greenish reflections. A hint of grapefruit, white flowers and freshly cut grass on the nose - the addition of a few per cent Sauvignon Bianco gives it aromatic intensity and a certain depth. A lively white wine that finishes cheerfully with a light citrus note, making it a perfect terrace wine - solo or with light antipasti served cold. SUPERIORE.DE

This fresh Rosato takes its name from the "Crete Senesi", a landscape created by erosion, which is only a short distance from the winery. Pale pink in colour with a scent of red grapefruit with red berries and spices on the palate and a slight saltiness on the finish. SUPERIORE.DE

Fruity, floral and fresh on the nose with notes of strawberry and redcurrant. Very clear and clean fruit on the palate with balanced acidity and a taut finish. Animating drinking flow. SUPERIORE.DE

Bright ruby colour. Interesting, fruity bouquet with sweet and spicy notes. Beautifully structured on the palate with a fresh fruit centre and sweet, balanced tannins. Perfect food companion, convincing value. SUPERIORE.DE

pephas a clean-toned bouquet in which fruits such as peach and pear are clearly recognisable. The fresh, spicy, slightly mineral flavour is pleasantly dense, and the citrus notes in the beautiful final are also very appealing and taut. SUPERIORE.DE

Rich blackberry fruit, spices and cherry stones on the nose and equally fruity on the palate. Lively cherries, raspberries and potpourri on the palate with a medium body, fresh acidity and firm tannins. Chianti Biskero from Salcheto is a juicy, open and cheerful wine. SUPERIORE.DE

"Youthful and fragrant nose of wild cherries, raspberries, licorice and cinnamon. It’s medium-bodied, crunchy and firm." James Suckling

Vigna di Pallino offers an excellent quality-price ratio. Its bouquet shows the typical fruit and spice notes and a well-balanced acidity. Lively and buoyant on the palate, the primary aromas and juicy soft tannins correspond in beautiful balance and make this Sangiovese a wonderful companion to medium-bodied Tuscan cuisine. SUPERIORE.DE

Balanced Chianti Colli Senesi with plenty of sweet cherry and plum flavours balanced by spice and tobacco notes. The assertive tannins and good acidity and subtle salinity make the Berardenga a complex and very flavoursome version of the Senesi. SUPERIORE.DE

"Cherry, bitter almond, rose hip and iron aromas and flavors mark this taut red. A dense cluster of tannins emerges on the finish. Rustic in a good sense." Wine Spectator

"A well-crafted, juicy and delicious Chianti with aromas of cherries, currants and some anise on the nose. Medium-bodied with fine tannins. Subtle texture with a bright and playful character and a flavorful, crunchy finish." James Suckling

Inarno is a joint project of friendly neighbouring winemakers in the region who supply the grapes and Petrolo who do the artisanal and authentic vinification. A traditionally crafted yet modern, fresh Sangiovese full of beauty and generosity in its aromatics and richness. SUPERIORE.DE