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Strega Alberti Amaro
Italian Liqueur
Bitter orange opens a velvety, aromatic amaro, followed by cinchona, gentian and rhubarb. Pine, eucalyptus and citrus sharpen the herbal centre, while honey and caramel provide enough richness to keep the bitterness measured. The palate is complex but composed, moving between cooling herbs, gentle spice and dark sweetness before finishing clean and pleasantly bitter. Serve neat or over ice after dinner, lengthen with soda and orange, or use as the bittersweet herbal element in a stirred cocktail.
Rocca delle Macìe Grappa di Chianti Classico
Italian Marc & Grappa
Clean floral and fruit aromas lead a poised Tuscan grappa, with apple, wild strawberry, redcurrant and violet giving the nose lift and detail. Fresh pomace from Chianti Classico wine, led by Sangiovese, provides a clear grape character while careful distillation keeps the texture smooth and harmonious. The palate is warm but elegant, moving from orchard and red fruit into a gently savoury centre. A persistent finish leaves fruit, florals and a measured spirit warmth behind.
Amaro Lucano Anniversario 750 mL
Italian Liqueur
Intense and deeply herbal, with wormwood, gentian and holy thistle giving the nose a firm bitter structure. A careful blend of more than thirty herbs builds aromatic breadth, moving through roots, dry spice and a restrained underlying sweetness. The palate is concentrated but composed, with the bitterness gaining definition rather than heaviness as it develops. A long, warming finish leaves persistent herbs and gentle spice. Serve neat, chilled or over ice, with orange peel if desired.
Agrosan Amaro dell’Etna
Italian Liqueur
Bitter orange and liquorice lead a layered Sicilian amaro, supported by rhubarb, dried herbs and a gently earthy root note. An infusion of herbs, fruits, roots and flowers gives the palate breadth, while the original recipe keeps sweetness and bitterness in composed balance. Vanilla and a faint cocoa tone soften the middle before orange peel and spicy rhubarb return on the finish. Serve neat, over ice or as a structured herbal modifier in cocktails.
Amaro Nonino Quintessentia 700 mL
Italian Liqueur
An elegant herbal nose opens with orange, grape and sweet spice, joined by rhubarb, bay leaf and a measured bitter edge. The grape-distillate base gives the palate a rounded, fruit-led texture, while barrique ageing adds vanilla, soft oak and quiet depth. Herbs, roots, berries and spice remain finely integrated rather than dense or medicinal. The finish is fresh and balanced, moving from gentle sweetness into a clean, lingering bitterness. Serve over ice or use in a spirit-forward cocktail.
Caffo Vecchio Amaro del Capo Red Hot Edition 700 mL
Italian Liqueur
Orange blossom, chamomile and anise lead an aromatic nose, joined by mint, liquorice and the first hint of Calabrian chilli. The palate keeps the original herb, flower, fruit and root infusion at its core, balancing gentle bitterness and sweetness with a steady warming heat. The spice builds without overwhelming the layered botanical character, carrying through a clean and persistent finish. Serve very cold as a bracing digestif, or use a measured pour to add depth and heat to cocktails.
Gambrinus Grappa Barricata di Raboso 700 mL
Italian Marc & Grappa
Vanilla blossom, ripe sour cherry and wild blackberry lead the nose, framed by the deeper tone of oak. The palate is dry and gently spicy, with a soft, aromatic texture that keeps the dark fruit in balance. Distillation from Raboso pomace and maturation in former Elisir Gambrinus casks give the grappa its golden colour and distinctive liqueur-cask nuance. Serve neat after dinner, allowing a little time in the glass for the fruit and spice to open.
Nardini Grappa Bianca 50% 700 mL
Italian Marc & Grappa
Clean floral and fruit aromas rise from a clear, crystalline spirit, opening with a direct and generous character. The palate is intense yet balanced, carrying its warmth with a rounded texture and a polished, dry line through the finish. A combination of pot-still, bain-marie and column distillation gives this classic grappa both presence and clarity. Serve at room temperature after a meal, or use a measured pour in a spirit-forward cocktail.
Ischia Sapori Rucolino Amaro alla Rucola 700 mL
Italian Liqueur
Wild arugula gives the nose a distinctive green, peppery lift, set against citrus peel, cedar and a touch of caramel. The palate is lively and bittersweet, with herbs and roots adding earthy depth without obscuring the brighter citrus character. Its balance of freshness, warmth and measured bitterness makes it an engaging after-dinner pour. Serve lightly chilled or over ice, or use a small measure to bring a savoury botanical edge to a citrus-led cocktail.
Antica Torino Amaro della Sacra
Italian Liqueur
Gentian and hop flowers lead the nose, joined by vanilla, cinnamon and green cardamom. The palate is broad and warming, balancing firm herbal bitterness with measured sweetness and deeper notes of myrrh, bark and spice. A complex infusion of leaves, flowers, seeds, roots and resins gives the liqueur depth without becoming heavy. The finish is long, bittersweet and persistent. Serve neat after dinner, over ice with orange peel, or use sparingly to deepen a rye or bourbon cocktail.
Produttori del Barbaresco Grappa di Barbaresco
Italian Marc & Grappa
Refined Nebbiolo aromas lead the nose, with lifted fruit, gentle florals and a clear sense of grape-skin freshness. The palate combines the power and structure associated with Barbaresco with a softer, more polished texture than traditional rustic grappa. Fresh pomace is distilled within hours under vacuum at a lower temperature, preserving aromatic detail while reducing harshness. The finish is firm, clean and persistent, with fruit, flowers and warming spice lingering. Serve neat after dinner at cool room temperature.
Eligo dell’Ornellaia Grappa Riserva
Italian Marc & Grappa
Soft aromas of dried fruit and plum open with fine herbs, toasted wood and a quiet trace of tobacco. The palate is silky and full, bringing dark chocolate, roasted coffee and warm spice into a polished, velvety frame. Careful distillation of the estate's wine marc preserves aromatic detail, while maturation gives the spirit its golden colour and composed depth. The finish is long and gently warming, with bitter almond, cocoa and savoury spice lingering. Serve neat after dinner at cool room temperature.
Castellare di Castellina Grappa di Sangioveto
Italian Marc & Grappa
Fresh floral aromas lead, with iris and a clean grape character giving the spirit lift. The palate is dry, clear and finely textured, balancing aromatic intensity with a softer, more graceful feel than its strength might suggest. Distillation soon after pressing preserves the freshness of the Sangioveto marc and keeps the profile precise rather than heavy. The finish is elegant and persistent, carrying flowers, grape skin and gentle warmth. Serve neat after a meal.
Ornellaia 2021 Le Serre Nuove dell’Ornellaia 3L
Italian Red
Black cherry, ripe plum and blackberry are layered with pink pepper, graphite and cocoa. The palate is generous and supple, with vibrant acidity and fine-grained tannins keeping the dark fruit precise. Cypress berry, exotic spice and restrained oak add savoury detail through the long finish. Decant generously and serve with roast beef, lamb, venison or aged Pecorino.
Dal Forno Romano 2008 Amarone della Valpolicella
Italian Red
Dried black cherry, plum and fig are layered with bitter chocolate, tobacco and toasted oak. The palate is full-bodied and densely concentrated, with firm tannins supporting the generous dark fruit. Liquorice, herbs, smoke and balsamic spice bring savoury dimension before a long, velvety finish. Decant generously and serve with braised beef, venison, grilled steak or aged cheese.
Giuseppe Quintarelli 2000 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico
Italian Red
Dried cherry, fig and dark plum are layered with tobacco, leather and cedar. The palate is full-bodied and deeply concentrated, while fresh acidity and firm, resolved tannins keep the richness composed. Balsamic spice, liquorice and a mineral note add savoury complexity through the long finish. Decant carefully for sediment and serve with braised beef, game, mushrooms or aged cheese.
Tenuta San Guido 2016 Sassicaia Bolgheri Sassicaia 1.5L
Italian Red
Blackberry, cassis and ripe cherry are joined by cedar, tobacco and blue flowers. The palate is poised and vibrant, with fine-grained tannins, clear mineral drive and a chiseled structure that keeps the dark fruit precise. Grilled herbs, sage and restrained spice add savoury complexity through the long finish. Decant generously and serve with roast beef, lamb, venison or aged Pecorino.
Il Marroneto 2019 Brunello di Montalcino Madonna delle Grazie
Italian Red
Redcurrant, ripe cherry and blackberry are lifted by rose, violet and exotic spice. The palate combines real depth with freshness, carrying fine, sweet tannins through a dense but energetic frame. Orange peel, clove, liquorice and a balsamic note add detail, while a lightly saline finish keeps the fruit precise. Decant patiently and serve with braised beef, wild boar, porcini or aged Pecorino.
Bertani 1983 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico
Italian Red
Dried plum, cherry and dried tomato are layered with porcini, leather and warm spice. The palate is fully mature yet still structured, with vivid acidity keeping the savoury fruit and earthy depth in balance. Tea leaf, liquorice and a gentle consommé note carry through the long, dry finish. Decant carefully for sediment and serve with braised beef, game, mushrooms or aged cheese.
Giuseppe Mascarello e Figlio 2001 Barolo Riserva Monprivato Cà d’Morissio
Italian Red
Dark cherry and prune are layered with dried rose, orange peel, menthol and wet stone. The palate is rich and powerful, yet the fruit remains poised, with firm Nebbiolo tannins and fresh acidity providing balance. Tar, liquorice, fennel and early truffle notes add savoury complexity through the long finish. Decant carefully and serve with braised beef, game, porcini or aged Parmigiano.
Antinori 1998 Solaia Toscana IGT
Italian Red
Blackcurrant and dark cherry are layered with tobacco, earth, mint and a measured touch of vanilla. The palate is full-bodied and concentrated, with Sangiovese bringing sour-cherry lift and fresh acidity to the Cabernet-led structure. Firm tannins remain composed through a long, savoury finish, with coffee and warm spice emerging in the glass. Decant carefully and serve with roast beef, lamb or aged Pecorino.
Gaja 1997 Sperss Langhe
Italian Red
Black cherry, dark plum and blackberry are joined by dried rose, mint, liquorice and white truffle. The palate is full-bodied and concentrated, with dense fruit, firm but velvety tannins and a fresh mineral line keeping the scale in balance. Tar, espresso and earth add mature savoury depth. Decant carefully and serve with braised beef, venison, truffle dishes or aged cheese.
Castellare di Castellina 2019 I Sodi di San Niccolò 3L
Italian Red
Ripe raspberry and black cherry are layered with violets, wild rosemary, white pepper and a mineral, iron-like note. The palate is medium-bodied and elegant, adding amaro, clove, mint and orange zest around pure Sangiovese fruit. Firm, ripe tannins give the wine structure without sacrificing its sleek line. Decant generously and serve with bistecca, braised beef, wild boar or aged Pecorino.
Ornellaia 2021 Bolgheri Superiore 1.5L
Italian Red
Blackberry and dark plum are layered with Mediterranean herbs, cypress berry and a subtle balsamic note. The palate is rich and concentrated, but dense tannins are matched by precision and freshness, keeping the fruit defined through a long, vibrant finish. Savoury herbs and dark spice add complexity without heaviness. Decant generously and serve with roast beef, lamb, venison or aged Pecorino.
Bartolo Mascarello 2017 Barolo 1.5L
Italian Red
Wild cherry and candied orange peel meet lilac, iris, truffle and a faint iron-like mineral note. The palate is graceful rather than heavy, with bright acidity, finely shaped tannins and clear Nebbiolo perfume carrying through the finish. Flint and dried herbs add savoury depth as it opens. Decant patiently and serve with braised beef, roast veal, porcini or aged Parmigiano.
Gaja 2000 Sorì Tildìn 1.5L
Italian Red
Ripe cherry, raspberry and plum are layered with dried rose, mint, liquorice, tar and warm spice. The palate is full and finely textured, its mature fruit carried by fresh acidity, silky tannins and a persistent mineral line. Oak has settled into a quiet nutty note, leaving the perfume clear and detailed. Decant gently and serve with roast veal, truffle dishes, braised beef or aged Parmigiano.
Tenuta Argentiera 2020 Villa Donoratico 12 L
Italian Red
Blackberry, blueberry and black plum are framed by tobacco, smoked cedar, dark chocolate and warm spice. The palate is generous but well shaped, with polished tannins and enough freshness to carry the ripe fruit. Twelve months in large French and Austrian oak brings structure rather than overt sweetness, followed by six months in bottle. Serve with grilled ribeye, braised beef, roast lamb or aged Pecorino.
Ornellaia 1998 Bolgheri Superiore 1.5L
Italian Red
Blackcurrant, black plum and mint are layered with cedar, tobacco, clove and wood smoke. The palate is full and concentrated, with ripe fruit, supple tannins and a fresh savoury line that brings balance to the oak-derived spice. The mature texture is polished, while the lingering finish retains both depth and lift. Decant carefully and serve with roast beef, lamb, venison or aged Pecorino.
Tenuta San Guido 1999 Sassicaia Bolgheri Sassicaia DOC 1.5 L
Italian Red
Blackcurrant, blackberry and dark cherry lead into tobacco, cedar, graphite and Mediterranean herbs. The palate is rich yet disciplined, with velvety tannins, bright acidity and a savoury mineral line. Nearly two years in French oak has settled into the fruit, adding spice and dark-chocolate depth without obscuring its freshness. Decant with care and serve with roast beef, lamb, game or a deeply flavoured mushroom dish.
Masseto 1998
Italian Red
Ripe black plum and dried cherry are layered with cedar, tobacco, graphite and warm Mediterranean herbs. The palate is opulent but controlled, with supple tannins, fresh acidity and an earthy mineral undertone drawn from the estate’s blue-clay soils. Time has softened the structure while preserving the wine’s depth and polished texture. Stand upright before opening, decant carefully for sediment and serve with slow-braised beef, venison or mature Pecorino.