Tuscany
Tuscany
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.
Gaja 2011 Ca’Marcanda Camarcanda Bolgheri
Italian Red
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.
Rocca delle Macìe 2019 Famiglia Zingarelli Chianti Classico Riserva DOCG
Italian Red
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.
Brancaia 2019 Chianti Classico Riserva DOCG
Italian Red
Cherry and black fruit lead a broad, layered bouquet, followed by spice, leather, tar and freshly tilled earth. Medium- to full-bodied, the palate balances firm structure with bright freshness and succulent fruit. Fine tannins carry the savoury detail through a long, composed finish, making this a natural partner for roasted meats and rich sauces.
Donatella Cinelli Colombini 2018 Il Drago e le 8 Colombe Toscana IGT
Italian Red
Dark ruby with garnet highlights, opening with ripe red and black fruit, sweet spice and a fine mineral note. The palate balances concentration with freshness, layering cocoa, pepper, tobacco and leather over dense, structured tannins. Savoury detail and measured acidity carry the rich fruit through a long, composed finish.
Gabbiano 2019 Alleanza Toscana IGT
Italian Red
Rich ruby with purple reflections, offering fresh red currant and a light touch of sweet chocolate. The palate is smooth and evenly fruited, with currant returning at the centre. The balance is measured rather than heavy, carrying clean red-fruit flavour and subtle cocoa through fine tannins to a long finish.
Terralsole 2016 Rosso di Montalcino DOC
Italian Red
Casanuova di Nittardi 2022 Vigna Doghessa Chianti Classico
Italian Red
Dark cherry and wild berries lead an expressive nose, joined by clove, walnut and licorice. The palate is succulent and layered, with finely integrated tannins giving the ripe fruit a firm, polished frame. Cedar and spice build through the finish, balancing generosity with definition and making it a natural match for grilled meat or aged pecorino.
Gaja 2015 Ca’Marcanda Camarcanda Bolgheri
Italian Red
Ripe black cherry and blueberry meet tobacco, iron and dark mineral notes. The palate is compact and concentrated, with succulent fruit, silky tannins and a sleek, tensile shape. Polished yet serious, it carries fine minerality through a balanced finish and is best served with grilled steak or lamb.
Gaja Ca’Marcanda 2021 Promis Toscana IGT
Italian Red
Black cherry, blackberry and plum open with violet, wild herbs and a polished touch of sandalwood. The palate is full yet bright, layering juicy dark fruit over smooth tannins and fresh acidity. Syrah brings peppery lift while a measured oak note adds depth. The finish is balanced, savoury and quietly persistent.
Podere Poggio Scalette 2014 Il Carbonaione
Italian Red
Violet, lavender and clove lead a bright, finely drawn nose, with cherry and raspberry adding pure fruit. The palate is lithe and energetic, balancing ripe depth with fresh acidity and ultra-fine tannins. Persistent rather than heavy, it carries floral and herbal detail through the finish. Serve with roast poultry, pork, mushroom dishes or rosemary-scented lamb.
Castello di Querceto 2016 Cignale Colli della Toscana Centrale IGT
Italian Red
Deep ruby in colour, with blueberry, blackcurrant and dark plum layered over dried flowers and earthy notes of humus, mushroom and bark. A restrained balsamic lift recalls pine. Full-bodied and harmonious, the palate carries dense fruit on firm yet silky tannins, finishing fresh and long with lingering fruit and dried-citrus detail.
Tenuta San Jacopo 2017 Poggio ai Grilli Chianti Riserva DOCG
Italian Red
Sour cherry leads the bouquet, joined by sweet spice, tobacco, leather and balsamic notes. Warm and fruit-forward on the palate, it combines rounded tannins with enough structure and freshness to stay composed. A savoury, lightly saline quality gathers through the finish, leaving polished red fruit and spice in its wake.
Montevertine 2017 Le Pergole Torte Toscana IGT Magnum 1.5 L
Italian Red
ColleMassari 2014 Poggio Lombrone Montecucco Sangiovese Riserva DOCG
Italian Red
Ricasoli 2016 Colledilà Chianti Classico Gran Selezione DOCG
Italian Red
Dark plum leads the nose, layered with black cherry, vanilla, tobacco, tar and warm spice. Full-bodied and concentrated, the palate balances ripe, agile fruit with firm, assertive tannins and fresh acidity. A savoury mineral line adds definition, carrying the wine into a complex, deep and persistent finish.
Tua Rita 2018 Redigaffi Rosso Toscana IGT
Italian Red
Deep purple with generous layers of blueberry preserve, ripe plum and blackberry, followed by dark chocolate, licorice, black pepper, vanilla and incense. Full-bodied and lush, the palate carries its concentration with polished tannins and controlled richness. The finish is exceptionally long, dark-fruited and warmly spiced without losing balance.
Collemattoni 2018 Brunello di Montalcino Magnum
Italian Red
Silky texture and warm spice define a composed, mature expression. The palate is smooth yet structured, with enough freshness to keep the wine poised and the savoury detail clear through the finish. Refined without feeling austere, it is well suited to roast lamb, porcini, braised beef or aged pecorino.
Gaja Pieve Santa Restituta 2019 Brunello di Montalcino
Italian Red
Morello cherry and plum open with floral lift, chocolate and sandalwood. The palate is full but polished, with soft, refined tannins and mouthwatering acidity keeping the ripe fruit in balance. Savoury notes of salty liquorice shape the long finish, giving the wine both richness and precision. Decanting will let its layered perfume and structure unfold.
Nittardi 2021 Chianti Classico Riserva DOCG
Italian Red
Nittardi 2023 Ad Astra Maremma Toscana Rosso DOC
Italian Red
Masseto 2007 Toscana IGT
Italian Red
Violet, raspberry and ripe berry aromas rise from a deep, concentrated core. The palate is full-bodied, powerful and structured, with silky tannins giving the dark fruit remarkable polish. Freshness keeps the scale in balance, while berry richness and quiet savoury detail build toward an exceptionally long, composed finish.
Jacopo Biondi Santi 2018 Sassoalloro Toscana IGT
Italian Red
Trinoro 2023 Le Cupole Toscana IGT
Italian Red
Bright garnet in the glass, with an intense nose of ripe damson, cherry and elderberry joined by subtle balsamic and savoury notes. The palate is lavish and juicy yet energetic, layering generous dark fruit over a balanced frame. Freshness carries the concentrated flavours into a poised, lingering finish.
Poggio Stella 2024 Chianti Colli Senesi
Italian Red
Red cherry, strawberry and plum lead a fresh, savoury profile with light floral and dried-herb notes. The palate is medium-bodied and food-friendly, balancing lively acidity with moderate tannins and a gentle earthy finish. Give it a short breath before serving with tomato-based pasta, grilled sausages, pizza or roast vegetables.