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Foradori 2016 Granato Vigneti delle Dolomiti IGT
Italian Red
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.
Poggio al Tesoro 2019 Dedicato a Walter Bolgheri Superiore DOC
Italian Red
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
Italian Red
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 2021 Teroldego Vigneti delle Dolomiti IGT
Italian Red
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
Italian Red
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
Italian Red
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 2021 Merlot Friuli DOC
Italian Red
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
Italian Red
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
Italian Red
Pure Sangiovese from the southern edge of Chianti Classico, Berardenga opens with wild berries, floral lift, spice and a distinctly earthy, mineral undertone. The palate is fresh and savoury, with supple fruit, measured tannin and a long, polished finish. Its balance makes it a natural partner for tomato-based pasta, roast poultry, pork or aged pecorino.
Tiberio 2017 Archivio Montepulciano d’Abruzzo DOP
Italian Red
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
Italian Red
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 Grésy 2016 Martinenga Barbaresco DOCG
Italian Red
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
Italian Red
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
Italian Red
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.
Argiano 2022 Solengo Toscana IGT
Italian Red
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 Wine Estates 2021 Morit St. Magdalener Classico DOC
Italian Red
Tunella 2020 Pinot Nero Friuli Colli Orientali DOC
Italian Red
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
Italian Red
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
Italian Red
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
Italian Red
Mario Marengo 2020 Vigna Valmaggiore Nebbiolo d’Alba DOC
Italian Red
Oreste Stefano 2015 Perno Barolo Riserva DOCG
Italian Red
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
Italian Red
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
Italian Red
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
Italian Red
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.
Poderi Cellario E’ Grino! Grignolino 1 L
Italian Red
Light ruby in colour, with red fruit and spice leading into a rounded, easy-moving palate. Freshness keeps the wine lively before a gently tannic finish. The fruit is fermented spontaneously, macerated on the skins for three to five days and rested in cement before being bottled unfiltered. Serve lightly chilled as an aperitif or with cured meats, mushrooms and grilled dishes.
Paternoster 2013 Don Anselmo Aglianico del Vulture DOC
Italian Red
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
Italian Red
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.
Barbacàn 2022 Rosso di Valtellina
Italian Red
Clean and pure, with red berries, violet and alpine herbs carried by a cool mineral line. The palate is light on its feet yet firmly shaped, bringing fresh fruit, peppery spice and fine tannins into balance. Energetic rather than heavy, it closes savoury, stony and precise, with distinctly mountain-bred freshness.