Italy
Argiano 2020 Solengo Toscana IGT
Dark and polished on the nose, with blackberry, black olive, wet stone, earth and violet. The palate layers sweeter berry fruit over a persistent metallic mineral line, building depth without losing definition. Powerful tannins and lively acidity give the wine firm structure, while chilli chocolate marks the long, savoury finish.
Loacker 2021 Morit St. Magdalener Classico DOC
Tunella 2020 Pinot Nero Friuli Colli Orientali DOC
Intense ruby in the glass, opening with fragrant raspberry, strawberry and wild berries, followed by a light herbal lift. Dry and medium-bodied, the palate is fresh, supple and gently aromatic, with soft texture and a subtle savoury-bitter note adding definition. Bright red fruit carries cleanly through the poised, easy-flowing finish.
Mauro Sebaste 2016 Ghè Barolo Riserva DOCG
Intense ruby in the glass, with rose and violet opening onto spice, leather and tobacco. The palate is dry, powerful and persistent, supported by firm, well-judged tannins. Floral detail and savoury depth remain closely knit through a long, structured finish that shows both authority and measured restraint.
Mauro Sebaste 2020 Casa Berzia Diano d’Alba DOCG
Blackberry and ripe plum lead a generous, fruit-forward nose, with a light floral lift adding freshness. The palate is smooth and rounded, its dark fruit held by soft tannins and balanced acidity. A characteristic bitter-almond note emerges on the clean finish, giving the wine a distinctly savoury close.
Dei 2021 Rosso di Montepulciano DOC
Marengo 2020 Vigna Valmaggiore Nebbiolo d’Alba DOC
Oreste Stefano 2015 Perno Barolo Riserva DOCG
Violet and raspberry lead a classic, traditionally styled profile, with the fruit carried by fresh detail and elegant tannin. The palate is focused and measured rather than showy, balancing floral lift with fine savoury depth. Structured for the table or cellar, it finishes dry, composed and quietly persistent.
Azelia 2017 Barolo Margheria
Scorched earth opens the nose before toasted hazelnut, forest floor, dried herbs and a faint floral note emerge. Full-bodied yet elegant, the palate brings cranberry, star anise and orange zest into focus. Tightly knit, fine-grained tannins provide structure, while a saline edge lengthens the finish and rewards patient cellaring.
La Ginestra 2020 Lea
Wild cherry and crushed blackberry lead the nose, joined by forest floor, dried herbs and black pepper. The palate is lively and energetic, with smooth texture, clear structure and an appealing rustic edge. Fresh fruit remains at the centre through a clean finish, without the weight of pronounced oak.
Fattoria La Vialla 2013 Casa Conforto Chianti Riserva
Mature and savoury, with wild cherry and blackberry joined by violet, cedar and star anise. The palate is dry and firmly structured, yet the fruit remains clear through the tannic frame. Earthy spice and gentle oak carry into a composed, lingering finish. Decant briefly and serve with roast lamb, grilled beef, mushroom ragù or aged pecorino.
Cellario E! Grino Grignolino Piedmont 1 L
Pale ruby and lightly framed, with bright red fruit, gentle spice and a quiet earthy-mineral note. The palate is smooth, fresh and balanced, with enough character to carry cured meats, mushrooms, ragù or grilled fare without feeling heavy. Bottled unfiltered, it works equally well lightly cool as an aperitif or alongside a relaxed meal.
Paternoster 2013 Don Anselmo Aglianico del Vulture DOC
Bright, deep ruby in colour, with red fruit, leather, balsamic herbs and dark spice on a broad, complex nose. The palate is dry, powerful and structured, combining an earthy, brooding character with pure fruit and a mineral core. Elegant through its weight, it closes with balance and exceptional length.
Luigi Righetti 2019 Campo Tordi Corvina Veneto IGT
Bright red cherry leads a fresh, fruit-driven nose. The palate is light and easy in shape, with gentle tannins and balanced acidity keeping the fruit lively. A subtle bitter-almond note appears on the clean finish, giving this stainless-steel-fermented expression a savoury edge and an especially refreshing feel.
Gaja 2011 Ca’Marcanda Camarcanda Bolgheri
Sun-warmed blackberry and plum lead a dark, generous profile, with soft tannins giving the palate a plush, rounded feel. Concentrated fruit is balanced by a firmer tannic edge that brings shape and persistence. Mature and composed, it benefits from decanting and suits roast lamb, braised beef or aged cheese.
Diego Conterno 2023 Ferrione Barbera d’Alba
Lively red fruit and plum open with warm spice, giving way to a fresh, medium-bodied palate. Fine-grained tannins provide gentle shape, while good balance keeps the fruit clear and energetic through the finish. Polished and versatile, it suits grilled sausage, tomato-based pasta or slowly braised meat.
Cavallotto 2019 Barolo Bricco Boschis
Earthy and smoky at first, opening into dark cherry, blood orange and dried fruit. Firm acidity and tightly knit tannins give the palate a powerful, classical frame, while concentrated fruit carries through the middle and into a focused, persistent finish. Still youthful and structured, this will reward decanting or further cellar time. Serve with braised beef, game, truffle dishes or aged cheese.
Rocca delle Macìe 2019 Famiglia Zingarelli Chianti Classico Riserva DOCG
Bitter cherry and black raspberry lead, joined by plum, tobacco and a subtle ferrous note. Generous yet composed, the palate layers ripe fruit over firm, cedar-edged tannins, with fresh acidity keeping the wine lively. Savoury spice and a light espresso bitterness shape a dry, persistent finish with distinctly Tuscan restraint.