Tignanello was the first Sangiovese to be aged in barriques, the first contemporary red wine blended with untraditional varieties (specifically Cabernet) and one of the first red wines in the Chianti Classico region that didn’t use white grapes. Tignanello is a milestone. It’s produced with a selection of Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc.

With over 170 years of history the Ippolito winery is the oldest in the region of Calabria and only grows native cultivars on old vines. Greco Bianco is likely the highest quality white grape variety, growing here for 1000 years – a true autochthonous variety. Not to be confused with Greco (from Campania), this fresh and zesty white wine shows the terroir with aromas and flavours of tropical fruits, citrus notes and the unmistakable saline finish that comes from grapes being grown by the sea. A deliciously quaffable white wine.

Brunello is the prince of Montalcino wines, produced exclusively from Sangiovese grapes picked by hand from the oldest vines in the farm.

After a careful fermentation at controlled temperature, Tenuta Il Poggione Brunello di Montalcino is aged in French oak barrels.

After being aged in wood, the wine is bottle aged: this is an essential process in guaranteeing the pleasantness and the complexity that have made the Brunello di Montalcino world-famous.

Underbrush, camphor and new leather aromas get together with grilled herbs. Full-bodied and structured, it also shows restraint, featuring dried black cherry, licorice and tobacco alongside firm, fine-grained tannins.

93/100 Wine Enthusiast

"The color of this wine is a stunning deep-red verging on purple. The aromas are full of ripe plums and black cherries. This juicy fruit is in balance with the more gamy, earthy and herbal notes that appear on the midpalate. Lush but balanced, it delivers a fresh pop of acidity on the finish to make the second glass as easy as the first. Jeff Porter"

With its marine origins, this wine expresses the mineral character of Decugnano dei Barbi's terroir, offering a pleasant and refreshing taste that never disappoints. This traditional wine is a true explosion of flavors and aromas that will leave you breathless from the first to the last drop! And don't worry about aging, because this wine reaches its peak after 3-4 years from the harvest.

Ca dei Frati I Frati Lugana DOC is a white wine made from 100% Trebbiano di Lugana grapes grown in the Lugana subregion of Lombardy, Italy. The wine has a straw yellow color with greenish highlights and a complex aroma of white flowers, citrus, and tropical fruits. On the palate, it is fresh, crisp, and well-balanced with a long and mineral finish. This wine is a great example of the quality and elegance of the wines produced in the Lugana subregion.

Beautiful unique copper hue from extended skin contact, making this wine technically an orange wine!
Delicious aromas of peach, strawberries, tropical pineapple, apricots, and wild spring flowers. Luscious palate while retaining a balanced minerality.
Pairing Suggestions: This wine drinks excellent on its own, but also pairs well with lighter style meals like white fish, salmon burgers, casual hotdogs, antipasti, savoury aspic with ham & pistachios, or roast chicken.

Meet Engine, the ultimate taste explosion. This London dry gin is hand-crafted by master distillers in small batches and bottled by hand in the Alta Langa region of north-western Italy. Engine's formula honours Italian and Piedmont traditions, inspired by ancient digestive remedies like rosolios, cordials, and liquors made from sage and lemon. Produced with 100% organic Italian ingredients, Engine features a blend of botanicals including juniper, lemon, licorice, rose, and sage.

This wine is made exclusively from 100% Pinot Blanc grapes - a mutation of pinot noir, yet grown on steep slopes in the mountainous region of Alto-Adige with a cool, high altitude climate resulting in wines with zingy, fresh, high acidity.  The nose exhibits yellow apple, fresh Italian herbs with nuances of citrus. Initially linear in style, the ageing on the lees adds texture and complexity.  Pinot Blanc is always a great alternative to those looking for a change of pace to pinot grigio.

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Ilauri Chiola Cerasuolo d'Abruzzo DOC is a rosé wine produced in the Cerasuolo d'Abruzzo subregion of Abruzzo, Italy. The wine is made from 100% Montepulciano grapes, which are hand-picked and vinified using a short maceration process to obtain its beautiful pink color. The wine has a fruity and floral aroma with notes of cherry, raspberry, and rose petals. On the palate, it is fresh, lively, and well-balanced with a pleasant acidity and a long finish. This wine is a perfect pairing for seafood, grilled vegetables, and light pasta dishes.

From Lugana, the I Frati winery located in Lugana, is a unique area and terroir between Veneto and Lombardy. Conducted by four generations of winemakers, they follow the lunar cycle, otherwise known as biodynamics: every day of the year playing a fundamental role in following the cycle of the vine. This Rosato is a blend of Groppello, Marzemino, Sangiovese and Barbera, all indigenous grape varieties; the first two specific to the region and the last two are grown all over Italy. This 12.5% alcohol rosato is so quaffable and absolutely perfect for sipping on hot summer days. Intoxicating aromas of peach, apricot, tangerine, and wild cherry with nuances of earth and Italian herbs, the palate is zesty and waiting for you to take another sip! Pair this delightful pink wine with fried vegetables, mushrooms, tomato and mozzarella salad, delicate pasta, and spring risotto.

Tomato Wheels is the brain child of Moirae Choquette who felt that there just wasn't enough Lambrusco family wines in the market! Made with Lambrusco Salamino with 15% Malbo Gentile, it's rich and frothy with rich dark plum, blackberry and mulberry aromas and flavours.

A perfect alternative to Prosecco if you're looking for that non-alchohol, yet with impeccable taste. With only 14 calories per serving, it's also gluten freen and vegan. Add oraange juice of the MioMosa or Peach puree for the MioBellini and enjoy the Mio Mocktails all day long.

85/100 Wine Enthusiast

"This is a fresh and uplifting blend of Cabernet and Malbech with buoyant aromas of wild berry, cranberry, blueberry and tart exotic spice. It has a smooth texture and easy concentration with sweet fruit flavors on the close."

Ilauri Bajo Montepulciano d'Abruzzo is a vibrant, ruby-red Italian wine from the Abruzzo region, featuring an intense aroma of ripe red fruits (cherry, plum, blackberry) framed by subtle oak spices. It is typically medium-bodied, velvety, and approachable, offering a balanced, juicy, and well-rounded palate with 13% ABV.

The nose is deep and intense, yet discreet, with aromas of graphite, tarry red berries, cinnamon, mineral and a fine twist of savory oranges. Dense and juicy on the palate, with impressive mineral tension and power, followed by a lengthy finish. From organically grown grapes. Drinkable now, but better from 2024.

"LVNAE is named after the ancient "Portus Lunae" (the Port of the moon), one of the most important cities and ports of the ancient Roman Empire. It was established in 1966 by Paolo Bosoni, who transformed the winery by combining farming wisdom and business acumen. He is now joined by his children Debora and Diego. Lunae currently represents the largest winery in Liguria with an annual total production of approx. 780,000 bottles and a total of 85Ha. 50Ha are family-owned vineyards in the hills of Luni and Castelnuovo Magra and, in part, on the plain surrounding the ruins of the ancient city of Luni. 15Ha are on long-term leases and the other 20ha are from approximately 150 local growers who, supported by the company's technical staff, contribute their small grape production, keeping alive traditions and the unique quality of the wine.
The focus is on Vermentino which is distinguished by a selection of different vines and vinification and perfectly reflects the nature of the soil and unique climate which favors crisp, acidic, mineral whites and fruity, fresh reds. The red wines are Sangiovese-based blended with local varietals such as Massareta, Pollera Nera and Sangiovese (Sangiovese is very widespread in this area due to its proximity to Tuscany - 2 km only to the border)."

iLauri 'Tavo' Pinot Grigio is a crisp, dry white wine from Italy's Delle Venezie DOC, featuring a pale straw color with light green hues. It boasts intense aromas of white fruit, including golden apple and pear, with a silky texture on the palate. This 12.5% ABV, stainless-steel-aged wine is known for its refreshing acidity and notes of peach, melon, and citrus.

Lume Trebbiano d'Abruzzo DOC, produced by iLauri, is a crisp, refreshing, and pale straw-yellow Italian white wine (12.5% ABV) featuring vibrant aromas of pear, peach, and citrus. Known for its high acidity, delicate body, and a clean,, mineral-driven finish, it is a versatile, sustainably produced wine ideal for pairing with seafood, pasta, or as an aperitif.

Medium rich, fruity and direct on the palate with orchard fruit flavours and tangy acidity on the finish.

The Vecchia Modena Premium Lambrusco di Sorbara represents the history both of the Chiarli wine Company and of Lambrusco wine itself. The bottle and label are reproductions of an 1892 bottlethe oldest existing bottle containing Lambruscothat is still treasured in the Chiarli archives today. Chiarli Vecchia Modena won the first international recognition by a Lambrusco wine at the World Expo in Paris in 1900. Reintroduced in 2002 at a brand-new Cleto Chiarli winery, the wine is made through a single fermentation under pressure, rather than the normal two-fermentation process of almost all other sparkling wines. This is in the brut range, with minimal detectable sweetness.

Deep yellow flecked with gold.
The wine evokes sunshine and ripe tropical fruit such as mango and papaya, carefully balanced by a marked acidity which makes it suitable for long bottle aging. Rich, ample and lingering on the palate with light floral and spicy notes.
Hallmarked by its pronounced acidity and zesty tang. A long finish.

Bright, straw yellow, fine and persistent perlage. Typical and refined with fruity (green apples, pear, citrus fruits) and floral (white flowers, acacia, wisteria and lily of the valley) notes, sage and spices in the finish. Soft, harmonious and elegant, with a slim body and with lively yet balanced acidity.

Le Ragose Valpolicella Superiore Ripasso is a classic expression of the Valpolicella wine region in Veneto, Italy. Made from a blend of Corvina, Rondinella, and Corvinone grapes, this wine is crafted using the Ripasso method, where the wine is refermented on the skins of Amarone, creating a rich and complex profile. On the nose, aromas of dark cherry, plum, and chocolate are prevalent, while the palate is smooth with velvety tannins and flavors of ripe berries, vanilla, and a hint of spice.

Righetti’s Amarone is produced from selected Corvina (70%), Rondinella (20%) and other indigenous varietals (10%) grown in the hills of the Valpolicella Classico DOC. The finest bunches of ripe grapes are placed in shallow wood crates and left to dry over a period of 3-5 months. Thereafter, the grapes are pressed, the juice is fermented to dryness, and the wine is aged in large casks of Slavonian oak.
Full-bodied and rich with aromas of dried fruit, plums, black cherry and a distinct “earthy” note. The wine will continue to evolve in the bottle over the next 5 to 10 years. What remains is a highly extracted fruit-driven wine that presents with 15.2% Alc.

Very dark ruby red. baked fruit, plums and cherries. fruity tastes, with hints of coffee and cocoa. Very well balanced.

Cold soaked prior to fermentation to extract color and aromatics. Spontaneous fermentation over the course of two weeks in temperature controlled stainless steel tanks. Malolactic fermentation occurred naturally in cement tanks. The nose is broad and complex, yet clean and fresh, with classic hints of red fruit mixed with notes of aromatic herbs and spices. In the mouth, the wine is broad, robust, and savory, with silky tannins and a long, fresh finish.

92/100 James Suckling
Aromas of spiced cherries, violets, bark, cloves and potpourri. It's medium-bodied with firm, tight-grained tannins and fresh acidity. Tight and focused finish. From organically grown grapes.

From the Piedmont wine region, Giribaldi 2014 is an intense and full-bodied Barolo with dark fruit, underbrush and earthy flavours on the palate and would benefit from a couple more years in cellar. The wine was aged in oak cask for 30 months and tannins are still quite firm

Frappato is a light coloured red grape produced all over Sicily, but mainly in the southeast corner. It is typically blended with Nero d'Avola to help soften the tannins (like in Cerasuolo di Vittorio). By itself though, it bursts with aromas of sweet red berries and incense spice. Light in alcohol, but with beautiful texture and acidity, it's a juicy, lively alternative to white wines of the patio for summer. Serve chilled!

Through 26 generations (since 1385!), the Antinori family has forged a passionate bond with their fans. This blend of Sangiovese, Cabernet, Merlot and Syrah is rich and succulent, with violet floral notes, vividly expressed black and red berry fruit, tobacco, and oak spice. Pair it with roasted meats.

Frescobaldi Nipozzano Chianti Rufina Riserva is a red wine produced by Marchesi de' Frescobaldi winery located in Tuscany, Italy. The wine is made using a blend of Sangiovese, Malvasia Nera, and Colorino grapes, which are grown in the vineyards surrounding the winery. The wine is fermented in stainless steel tanks and aged in French oak barrels for 24 months, followed by bottle aging for an additional 3 months. On the nose, the wine exhibits aromas of black cherry, ripe plum, and a hint of spice. On the palate, the wine is full-bodied, with firm tannins and a good balance of acidity. Flavors of dark fruit, leather, and a hint of tobacco are present. This wine is a great pairing with roasted meats, pasta dishes, and aged cheeses.

This wine is bright and focused, with a lasting finish. Its aromas and flavors of black fruit and pinpoint minerality should pair it beautifully with rosemary-accented lamb kebobs. 

Umbria, Italy’s only land-locked region is home to Italy’s most tannic grape variety – Sagrantino. This big, bold, structured wine is high in tannins, but they are polished and perfect for those big fatty, high protein meat dishes. Let this age for ten years or more for optimal taste or decant for several hours to enjoy sooner.

Unique wine, harmonious and elegant with pleasant notes of red berries, among which cherry is dominant. Fresh, delicate and pleasantly fruity with a light and velvety tannin. Slightly balsamic finish, of medium length. Extremely enjoyable and easy to drink.

Honour the Year of the Snake with Masi Costasera Amarone Lunar New Year Edition. Showcasing Masi’s expertise in the Appassimento technique, this collector’s bottle is crafted with Corvina, Rondinella, and Molinara grapes, offering a rich and aromatic tribute to Chinese New Year traditions.

Susumaniello is another indigenous grape of Italy, from Puglia, the heel of Italy’s boot. The “Lampu”, from the local dialect which means lightning, which in Puglia, heralds the arrival of rain, a blessing for the crops. Susumaniello is perfect for this region, adapating to hot, dry climate. The wine has violet and ripe red plum aromas while on the palate, it is fruity, herbaceous, and tannic, with hints of spices and licorice on the finish. Organic, sustainable and vegan.

This wine is characterized by its highly structured, harmonious, and delicate nature, boasting a long-lasting finish. Its refreshing acidity effectively counterbalances the wine's alcohol content, while the tannins, dense yet finely textured, contribute to its overall balance and complexity.