Red
Red
Les Cortis 2019 Uzee Bugey
French Red
Fresh, fluid and fruit-driven, with an alpine wildness held in a clean, precise frame. The palate is structured and moderately intense, balancing bright fruit with savoury depth. Whole-cluster maceration brings lift, while ten months on fine lees adds texture before a clean, lively and easy-moving finish.
Gros & Tollot 2020 La CinsO
French Red
Ruby red with a youthful purple edge, opening on rose petal, raspberry, plum and warm spice. The palate has good substance and ripe fruit, shaped by a rounded texture and polished tannins. Freshness keeps the profile lively and precise, leading to a long, refined finish with generous red-fruit flavour and easy drinkability.
Gros & Tollot 2023 La 50/50
French Red
Preserved cherry leads, joined by dark berry fruit, white pepper and a restrained floral lift. The palate is fresh and generous, with polished texture and savoury mineral depth. Fine tannins keep the fruit composed, while gentle spice and a clean, stony note carry the balanced, quietly persistent finish.
Les Cortis 2019 Sillon Savoie
French Red
A delicate, mineral red with violet-tinged colour and layered aromas of redcurrant, raspberry, cassis, blackberry and blueberry. Rose, violet, musk, clove and cinnamon add lift and detail. The palate has real energy, with notable power shaped by remarkably melted tannins, carrying the floral, spiced fruit into a composed finish.
Clot de l’Oum 2018 Le Clot Cotes du Roussillon Villages
French Red
Tart cherry and dried raspberry meet black olive, thyme, warm stone and sun-baked garrigue. Medium-bodied and bright on its feet, the palate layers cranberry, sour cherry, pepper, earth and dried herbs over fine-grained tannins. A savoury mineral snap brings focus to the lingering finish. Serve slightly cool with roast chicken, herb-crusted lamb, mushrooms, grilled vegetables or charcuterie.
Mas des Caprices 2018 RAS Rouge à Siroter Vin de France
French Red
Clear ruby in colour, with crunchy cherry, red currant and a light touch of sweet spice. The palate is bright and easy-moving, balancing juicy Mediterranean fruit with silky tannins and a refreshing finish. Light enough for an aperitif yet savoury enough for the table, it suits charcuterie, grilled sausages or a sunny picnic.
Cordero di Montezemolo 2023 Barbera d’Alba
Italian Red
Mature fruit and prune lead with cacao and warm spice on a fragrant nose. Full and fresh on the palate, it combines generous flavour with very soft tannins and a smooth, approachable shape. The finish remains poised and gently savoury. Serve with mushroom pasta, grilled sausage, pizza or slow-cooked beef.
De Stefani 2011 Stèfen 1624 Refrontolo Colli di Conegliano DOCG
Italian Red
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.
De Stefani 2010 Raboso
Italian Red
Intense ruby in colour, with cherry, raspberry and delicate floral notes opening the bouquet. The palate is dry and full, with bright acidity giving the fruit definition and a firm, complete structure carrying the finish. Several months on lees in barrel add measured texture without obscuring freshness. Serve with salami, braised pork, hearty stews or firm aged cheeses.
Colmone della Marca 2012 Ciacco da Colmone Terreni di Sanseverino Moro DOC
Italian Red
Blue and black fruit lead the nose, joined by vanilla and a subtle clove note. The palate is plush and plummy, with ripe berry flavours held by smooth, well-integrated tannins. Fresh acidity keeps the generous texture in balance, while savoury spice and dark fruit linger through a composed, persistent finish.
Rivera 2019 Il Falcone Castel del Monte Rosso Riserva
Italian Red
Tenute Silvio Nardi 2019 Brunello di Montalcino
Italian Red
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
Italian Red
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 2023 Guidalberto Toscana IGT
Italian Red
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 2020 Bolgheri Superiore
Italian Red
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 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
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 Gresy 2016 Barbaresco Martinenga
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.