Veneto
Cantina Colli Euganei 2023 Rialto Merlot Colli Euganei
Dark berry fruit fills the palate from the first sip, generous and full-flavoured without feeling heavy. Bright freshness and juicy lift give the wine an easy, energetic shape, while soft, harmonious tannins frame the fruit rather than dominate it. The finish is smooth and uncomplicated. Serve slightly cool with pizza, tomato-rich pasta, grilled sausages or simple roast chicken.
Cornelia Tessari 2024 Grisela Soave Classico DOC
Poli 2006 Grappa di Sassicaia
Elegant fruit and herbal aromas lead a finely structured profile, with polished oak bringing toast and vanilla into focus. The palate is dry, complex and composed, layering grape skin, subtle spice and savoury warmth over a firm core. Cocoa, coffee and liquorice add darker depth. The finish is persistent and refined, returning to vanilla, herbs and gently roasted notes.
Zenato 2018 Recioto della Valpolicella Classico
Intense garnet colour introduces black cherry, brandied marasca cherry, dried fig and plum, with cocoa and sweet spice adding depth. The palate is lush and velvety, its generous sweetness balanced by freshness and soft tannins. Dark fruit and spice remain poised through the long finish. Pair with blue cheese, panettone or dark chocolate.
Maculan 2020 Torcolato Breganze
Deep gold opens with acacia honey, dried apricot, candied fig and orange peel. Saffron, toasted almond and a touch of salty toffee add depth. Full-bodied and silky, the palate is rich without becoming syrupy, as bright acidity keeps the fruit sharply defined. Zesty lime and papaya carry the long, clean finish.
Masi Angelorum Recioto della Valpolicella Classico
Cooked cherry and preserved red fruit lead an intense, deeply coloured profile, with sweet spice and a subtle balsamic edge adding complexity. The palate is rich and generous, balancing natural sweetness with lively acidity and soft tannins. Ripe cherry carries through the long, persistent finish. Pair with blue cheese, fruit tart or traditional panettone.
Italo Cescon 2018 Tesirare In Sé Manzoni Bianco Vendemmia Tardiva
Dates, chestnut and dried apricot lead a concentrated aroma, joined by candied orange and chestnut honey. The palate is enveloping and persistent, with generous sweetness, warm spice and fine tannins bringing shape to the finish. Rich but composed, it pairs naturally with aged cheese, almond pastries or savoury biscuits.
Dal Forno Romano Vigna Sere Recioto 2004
Intense black cherry and kirsch lead a concentrated aroma, joined by violet, clementine and blackcurrant jam. Mint, chocolate and Christmas-cake spice add depth, while charred cedar and prune bring a darker savoury edge. The palate is powerful but sharply defined, its sweetness held by freshness and structure. The finish is polished and persistent, leaving dark fruit, cocoa, spice and aromatic lift.
Le Ragose 2014 Recioto della Valpolicella Classico
Black cherry and blackcurrant lead a dense, dark-fruited nose, followed by wild berries, dark chocolate and cardamom. The palate is lush and concentrated, yet freshness keeps the sweetness composed. Coffee-bean and gentle savoury notes add depth to a long, harmonious finish. Serve lightly chilled with blue cheese, chocolate cake or hazelnut pastries.
Bisol NV Jeio Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore Brut
Fresh green apple, pear and white flowers lead, with citrus, peach and apricot close behind. The palate is bright and balanced, its gentle mousse carrying crisp grapefruit, straw and aromatic herbs. A subtle river-stone note adds definition, while a delicate savoury edge keeps the clean, lively finish dry and precise.
Il Roccolo di Monticelli Cinciallegra Frizzante
Anna Spinato NV Organic Moscato Colli Euganei DOC
Orange blossom, ripe peach and fresh citrus lead an intensely aromatic nose, with a fine, persistent mousse adding lift. The palate is sweet and generous yet remains fresh, carrying orange and floral notes through a smooth, lingering finish. Serve well chilled with fruit tarts, cream cakes, delicate pastries or mildly spicy dishes.
Col Vetoraz Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore DOCG Brut
Fine, persistent bubbles carry rose, citrus blossom and acacia over white peach, pear and crisp apple. The palate is dry and refreshing, with a creamy mousse balanced by lively lemon, gentle herbs and a subtle saline mineral note. Bright and focused through the finish, it is a natural aperitif or partner for seafood.
Adami NV Garbèl Brut Prosecco 375 mL
Green apple, yellow peach and fresh citrus lead a bright, youthful nose, with white flowers adding a delicate aromatic lift. Fine, persistent bubbles carry a silky, full-flavoured palate, while brisk acidity keeps the fruit crisp and harmonious through the clean, dry finish. A polished aperitif, it also suits delicate seafood, mild cheeses or light canapés.
Zanotto 2015 Latifondo
Bread crust, toasted nuts and warm spice open into lemon zest and crisp yellow fruit. The palate is lively and firmly dry, with brisk acidity giving the gently sparkling texture a clean, energetic line. Subtle earthy and savoury notes add depth without weight, while a persistent saline edge carries citrus and lees character through the focused finish.
Zanotto NV Col Fondo di Collina
Yellow apple, crisp pear and citrus zest lead, joined by bread crust and a light herbal note from time on the lees. The palate is bone-dry and gently spritzy, with a creamy texture cut by bright acidity and a clear stony mineral line. A subtle salty edge keeps the finish brisk, rustic and refreshingly direct.
Anselmi 2021 San Vincenzo Veneto
Zenato 2023 Pinot Grigio delle Venezie
Key lime, white peach and green apple are lifted by a fine peppery spice. Smooth and refreshing on the palate, the fruit is ripe but cleanly defined, with bright acidity keeping the texture light and composed. Citrus and orchard fruit carry the finish. Serve well chilled with seafood, salads, antipasti or grilled vegetables.
Masi 2022 Levarie Soave Classico
Wisteria and other floral notes lead into ripe pear and banana, giving the nose a fragrant, open character. The palate is strikingly fresh yet carries enough weight and structure to feel complete, with balanced fruit and a dry, refreshing finish. Serve well chilled with antipasti, grilled white fish, risotto, roast chicken, young cheeses or simply dressed spring vegetables.
De Stefani 2011 Stèfen 1624 Refrontolo Colli di Conegliano DOCG
Dried fruit and raisin lead the nose, joined by blackberry, cherry preserve and cedar. The palate is full and juicy, with chocolate and tobacco bringing savoury depth. Ripe tannins shape the generous texture while balanced freshness keeps the richness composed, carrying dark fruit and warm spice through a persistent finish.