Italy
Tenute Silvio Nardi 2019 Brunello di Montalcino
Black cherry and cassis lead a layered, savoury profile, joined by dried herbs, underbrush and toasted almond. The palate is composed and firmly balanced, with velvety tannins carrying the dark fruit into a persistent finish. Generous without excess, it is well suited to braised lamb, roast pork or aged pecorino.
La Valentina 2015 Bellovedere Montepulciano d’Abruzzo DOC Terre dei Vestini Riserva
Mentholated herbs, tobacco and anise frame a concentrated core of brandied cherry. The palate is medium-bodied, polished and bright, with red fruit folding neatly into measured barrel spice. Well-mannered tannins provide supportive structure, extending the fruit and savoury detail through an assured, composed, lingering finish.
Tenuta San Guido 2020 Guidalberto Toscana IGT
Blackcurrant, wild cherry and ripe plum lead, with bay leaf, pressed violet, black olive, cedar and spice adding savoury detail. Medium-full and supple, the palate combines fresh acidity with fine, silky tannins and a polished core of dark fruit. Earth, tobacco and gentle mineral notes shape a taut, balanced finish.
Castello di Bolgheri 2019 Bolgheri Superiore
Graphite and kirsch open, followed by black raspberry, fresh leather, cedar and a floral hint of lavender. Full-bodied yet refined, the palate combines dense dark fruit with vibrant acidity and a silky, well-integrated tannic structure. Savoury Mediterranean herbs carry into a generous, lengthy finish. Serve with roast lamb, braised beef, porcini or aged pecorino.
Foradori 2011 Granato Vigneti delle Dolomiti IGT
Elderberry, cranberry and blackberry lead a dark, youthful nose, followed by sour cherry, black pepper, clove and cinnamon. The palate is taut and densely structured, with juicy fruit, firm minerality and increasingly approachable tannins. Complex and built to develop, it benefits from air and suits braised beef or lamb shanks.
Jermann 2018 Blau & Blau Tre Venezie IGT
Ripe berries lead a harmonious, expressive nose, with grass, undergrowth and a subtle earthy note adding freshness. The palate is medium-bodied, balanced and elegant, combining generous fruit with soft tannins and a gentle savoury edge. A clean, composed finish keeps the wine supple while retaining clear aromatic character.
Poggio al Tesoro 2019 Dedicato a Walter Bolgheri Superiore DOC
Blackcurrant, plum and dark berries lead, with black pepper, aromatic herbs and balsamic eucalyptus adding definition. The palate is rich and imposing yet fresh, framed by firm, velvety tannins and a clear mineral line. Savoury spice and concentrated fruit build through a long, composed finish that remains precise rather than heavy.
Colmone della Marca 2015 Re Piero Marche IGT
Bright red berries lead the nose with a clean, generous lift. The palate is plush and rounded, bringing ripe fruit together with savoury spice and a firm but polished frame. Fresh acidity keeps the wine lively, while measured tannins carry the berry fruit and peppery detail through a balanced, food-friendly finish.
Foradori 2019 Teroldego Vigneti delle Dolomiti IGT
Deep dark purple in the glass, with red berries, flowers and mint shaping an attractive, lifted nose. The palate is rich yet refined, combining good acidity with clear minerality and a supple, velvety texture. Structured and balanced, it carries fresh fruit and herbal detail through a long, composed finish.
Inama 2003 Oracolo Veneto Rosso IGT
Deep and nearly opaque in colour, with an explosive nose of black fruit, cherry, exotic spice and vanilla. The palate is powerful and concentrated, balancing firm but fine tannins with focused acidity. Rich fruit and savoury spice build through a polished finish, suggesting both depth and substantial ageing potential.
Borgo Del Tiglio 2012 Rosso Riserva
Deep red and full-bodied, opening with black cherry and blackcurrant before baking spice and earthy undertones add depth. Bright acidity keeps the ripe dark fruit balanced, while firm, integrated tannins give the palate a composed, dry shape. The finish is clean and lingering rather than heavy. Decant carefully and serve with roast lamb, braised beef or aged cheese.
Terre Magre 2020 Merlot Friuli DOC
Intense ruby in the glass, with ripe red fruit moving toward cherry, plum and a touch of delicate preserve. Dry, smooth and full-bodied, the palate is balanced by moderate acidity and sweet, finely textured tannins. The fruit remains generous but controlled, carrying softly into a rounded, approachable finish.
Rocca di Montegrossi 2015 Vigneto San Marcellino Chianti Classico Gran Selezione DOCG
Bright ruby in colour, opening with raspberry, ripe cherry and plum, followed by violet, fine toast, leather and herbal spice. Dense and full across the palate, it balances vibrant acidity with decisive yet elegant tannins. Mineral and savoury notes add definition, while a light cocoa nuance lingers through the long, harmonious finish.
Felsina 2019 Berardenga Chianti Classico DOCG
Tiberio 2017 Archivio Montepulciano d’Abruzzo DOP
Intensely aromatic yet composed, with smoky dark cherry and red cherry layered over spice, violet, rose and licorice. The palate is powerful but elegant, combining smooth texture with vibrant freshness and concentrated fruit. Fine structure gathers through the middle, while the finish remains long, poised and distinctly savoury rather than heavy.
Podere San Cristoforo 2020 Ameri Toscana IGT
Deeply coloured and expressive, with blackberry compote, ripe plum and dark cherry layered with violet, rose, mocha, clove and licorice. The palate is concentrated and racy, supported by firm, chewy tannins and a fresh line of acidity. Herbal and resinous notes bring lift to the rich fruit, leading to a bold, persistent finish.
Marchesi di Gresy 2016 Barbaresco Martinenga
Wild cherry and redcurrant are lifted by dried rose, orange zest and fine herbs, with forest floor and liquorice adding savoury depth. The palate is graceful and firm, built on fresh acidity and finely drawn tannins rather than weight. The finish is long, floral and quietly earthy. Decant before serving with braised beef or truffle dishes.
Barone Ricasoli 2018 Casalferro Toscana IGT
Sweet red fruit opens with blackcurrant, violet and a quiet herbal lift, settling into gentle spice as it develops. The palate is soft and medium-full, with elegant texture, fresh acidity and fine tannins carrying the fruit into a long, polished finish. Graceful and composed, it suits roast lamb, steak or mushroom dishes.
Ampeleia 2019 Carignano Toscana IGT
Fine floral aromas lead into ripe red and black berries, pomegranate and salty Mediterranean herbs. The palate is nimble and sharply focused, with bright acidity giving the fruit an almost electric lift. Thyme and fennel add savoury detail, while fine tannins keep the finish fresh, precise and quietly persistent.