Italy - All Red Wines
Italy is renowned worldwide for its exceptional red wines, which showcase the country's rich winemaking traditions and diverse terroir. From the iconic regions of Tuscany and Piedmont to the hidden gems of Sicily and Veneto, Italy offers an extensive selection of fine red wines that captivate the palate and leave a lasting impression.
In Tuscany, famous vineyards like Antinori, Marchesi di Frescobaldi, and Tenuta San Guido produce some of the most renowned red wines in the world. Wines such as Brunello di Montalcino, Chianti Classico, and Super Tuscans like Sassicaia and Tignanello showcase the region's mastery in crafting complex, age-worthy, and expressive wines. These wines exhibit flavors of ripe berries, elegant tannins, and a harmonious balance that reflects the unique Tuscan terroir.
Piedmont is home to legendary vineyards and wineries that produce outstanding red wines. Renowned names such as Gaja, Vietti, and Marchesi di Barolo are synonymous with excellence. The region's iconic wines, Barolo and Barbaresco, crafted from the Nebbiolo grape, epitomize power, elegance, and longevity. These wines boast flavors of red fruit, floral notes, earthy undertones, and firm tannins that develop beautifully with age.
Sicily, the largest island in the Mediterranean, offers a different yet captivating expression of Italian red wines. Vineyards like Planeta, Donnafugata, and Tasca d'Almerita craft remarkable wines from indigenous grape varieties such as Nero d'Avola and Nerello Mascalese. These wines exhibit intense fruit flavors, vibrant acidity, and a unique volcanic minerality, showcasing the island's diverse terroir.
In the Veneto region, Amarone della Valpolicella stands out as a distinctive and powerful red wine. Wineries like Allegrini, Tommasi, and Quintarelli produce exceptional Amarone wines using dried grapes, resulting in a wine with concentrated flavors of dark fruit, spices, and a velvety texture.
These are just a few examples of the remarkable red wines Italy has to offer. Whether you're indulging in a classic Tuscan Sangiovese, an elegant Piedmontese Nebbiolo, a bold Sicilian Nero d'Avola, or a robust Venetian Amarone, Italian red wines transport you to the sun-drenched vineyards and embody the passion, history, and artistry of Italian winemaking.
Experience the allure of Italian red wines and discover the immense variety and quality that make them a true treasure in the world of wine. From prestigious appellations to hidden gems, Italian red wines are sure to impress even the most discerning wine enthusiasts with their complexity, elegance, and ability to age gracefully.
Italy - All Red Wines
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Umbria | 1 | 97 (RP) |
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£755.77 |
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Wine Advocate - Robert Parker (97)The 2000 Montefalco 25 Anni simply multiplies all the elements exponentially with room-filling aromas of sweet berry fruit and perfectly integrated oak and a mouth-coating cascade of ripe fruit, powerful, dense, and sensual tannins in a swelling flow of unrelieved pleasure. I would be very surprised if this wine did not last another two decades. |
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Piedmont | 1 | - |
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£905.77 |
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Experience an exquisite offering with Bel Colle Barolo Monvigliero 2016, a celebrated example of the iconic Piedmontese Nebbiolo variety. Virtuoso winemakers at the respected Bel Colle estate in Verduno meticulously craft this exceptional wine. Bel Colle, possessing a sterling reputation since 1976, honours timeless winemaking techniques, embracing traditional fermentations in concrete vats to retain the uniquely evocative traits of 'terroir'. This 2016 vintage exudes captivating notes of luscious cherries, leather, and roses, intensifying its captivating aromatic complexity. Slow ripening results in a wine of remarkable balance, intertwining vigorous acidity with subtle tannins. An impressively long-ageing wine, it adds further intensity to its deep garnet hue and nuanced bouquet over time. Paired perfectly with robust, hearty meals, the Bel Colle Barolo Monvigliero 2016 stands as a testament to Piedmont’s rich winemaking heritage, encapsulating elegance, depth, and fascinating complexity in every glass. |
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Tuscany | 2 | 97 (WS) |
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£681.37 |
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Wine Spectator (97)Expressive and lush, this red shows ripe cherry, plum, earth, tobacco and leather notes, backed by a rigid backbone of tannins. This is vibrant too, leaving a long aftertaste of fruit, mineral and savory accents, with fine harmony and complexity. Best from 2025 through 2050. 300 cases made, 150 cases imported. |
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Piedmont | 1 | - |
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£923.77 |
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Immerse yourself in the exquisite profile of the Cascina Sot Barolo Bricco San Pietro 2015, a compelling testament to Italian viticulture finesse. Strikingly crafted in Piedmont, one of Italy's most distinguished wine regions, this prestigious red wine is produced by the revered Cascina Sot, a boutique family-run winery dedicated to tradition and quality. Using the indigenous Nebbiolo grape, this 2015 vintage embodies the winery's meticulous vinification process, maturing for 36 months in oak barrels to foster sophisticated layers of complexity. The Cascina Sot Barolo Bricco San Pietro 2015 presents an alluring garnet hue, teasing the palate with concentrated notes of black cherry and spiced plum, interlaced with whispers of truffle, leather, and mineral undertones. A harmonious balance of structured tannins and vibrant acidity lends itself to an unparalleled, lingering finish. Whether savoured now or cellared, each bottle of Cascina Sot Barolo Bricco San Pietro 2015 promises a sublime exploration of terroir-driven excellence. |
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Piedmont | 5 | 92 (VN) |
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£526.57 |
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Vinous (92): Bright medium red. Redcurrant, minerals, graphite, licorice and tobacco on the nose. A step up in depth, sweetness and intensity from the Bernadot, with more volume and a serious spine for aging. This mounts nicely on the back end and finishes with very good flavor impact and energy. |
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Veneto | 1 | 98 (VN) |
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£2,163.01 |
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Vinous (98)The 2008 Amarone della Valpolicella is compelling. With a little air, the tannins begin to soften, releasing a myriad of intense dark aromas and flavors. Bittersweet chocolate, cloves, violets, plums and blackberry jam cover every inch of the palate in a stunning, headspinning Amarone that captures all of the best qualities of the year. When Romano Dal Forno's wines are on, there is nothing quite like them, and that is certainly the case here. If opened young, the 2008 needs a little air. Actually, a lot of air. |
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Piedmont | 1 | 96 (WS) |
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£1,686.97 |
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Wine Spectator (96)So perfumed and beautiful. Smells like an outstanding Burgundy. Full-bodied, with supersilky tannins and a long, long fruity and focused finish. Hint of raisin. Beautiful balance and class. Better in a couple of years. Even better than I remember.--1998 Piedmont blind retrospective (2008). Best after 2010. 1,000 cases made. -JS |
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Piedmont | 1 | 96 (JS) |
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£3,170.17 |
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James Suckling (96)The fresh and just ripe strawberry aromas really come through here, together with some licorice and floral highlights. Medium to full body with fine, focused tannins that are vertical and bring your palate down through the wine. A solid and beautiful wine for the vintage. Try after 2025. |
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Tuscany | 1 | 97 (JS) |
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£1,302.97 |
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James Suckling (97)Some much shaved black truffles to the blackberry, walnut and chocolate undertones. It’s full-bodied and layered with chewy yet soft tannins and a long, flavorful finish. Smoke, mahogany and wet-earth undertones. Needs three or four years to soften and come together. Best after 2024 |
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Piedmont | 10 | 94 (VN) |
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£1,668.97 |
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Vinous (94)“The 2010 Barbaresco Riserva Vanotu 60th Anniversary Limited Edition is drinking beautifully. Silky and perfumed, the 2010 is now entering its first plateau of maturity. Sweet tobacco, dried flowers, menthol and coffee lend striking aromatic complexity as the 2010 opens in the glass. The 2010 is rich and layered, as all of Giorgio Pelissero's wines are, but time has mellowed some of that exuberance.” |
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Piedmont | 1 | 93 (WA) |
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£402.37 |
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Wine Advocate (93)From a vineyard site in La Morra, the 2018 Barolo Serradenari boasts a very bright and lifted bouquet that is colored by tart raspberry, wild blueberry, exotic spice and hints of campfire ash. La Morra is recognized for its fine and silky tannins, and this vintage delivers those with a little more emphasis. |
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Tuscany | 1 | 100 (WE) |
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£2,213.77 |
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Wine Enthusiast (100)Violet, iris, warm spice, new leather, earth and wild berry are just some of the aromas you’ll find on this tantalizingly fragrant, gorgeous red. Linear and elegant, the radiant palate shows youthful tension, boasting red cherry, pomegranate, star anise, baking spice and orange zest framed in tightly wound, polished tannins and bright acidity. Drink 2025–2040. |
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Tuscany | 1 | 98 (WE) |
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£2,420.17 |
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Wine Enthusiast (98)Pressed rose, forest berries, crushed mint and dark spice are front and center on this fragrant, stunning red, which also has whiffs of new leather. Showing the estate's hallmark of finesse and structure, the delicious palate delivers crushed raspberry, ripe Morello cherry, baking spice and licorice framed in tightly wound, refined tannins. Fresh acidity keeps it balanced. This is one of the few 2017s that show some serious aging potential. Drink 2025–2037. |
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Piedmont | 1 | 96.5 (VN) |
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£729.37 |
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Vinous (96.5)Marco Parusso's 2016 Barolo Bussia brings together all the best elements of his style and year in a wine that is simply brilliant. Sweet floral notes, dark red fruit, mint, blood orange and spice infuse the 2016 with myriad layers of complexity. A bold, dramatic Barolo made from Rocche and Munie fruit, the 2016 is going to need a number of years to be at its best. |
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Piedmont | 1 | 98 (WE) |
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£6,747.37 |
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Wine Enthusiast (98)Crushed mint, new leather, white truffle and wild berry aromas waft out of the glass on this gorgeous, fragrant wine. Smooth but seriously structured, the focused palate is delicious, delivering crushed Morello cherry, raspberry compote and licorice. Still youthfully austere, it needs several more years to fully develop but it will age and evolve for decades. An absolutely breathtaking wine. |
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Piedmont | 1 | 98 (VN (AG)) |
Inc. VAT
£8,141.26 |
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Vinous - Antonio Galloni (98)The 2015 Barbaresco Crichet Paje a wine of extreme elegance and seduction. Bright red-tined fruit, rose petal, tobacco, incense and spice lend striking inner perfumed. A wine of soaring aromatic presence and exceptional balance, the 2015 is so impressive, especially in the way it balances exoticism with classicism. Here, too, the balance is quite simply mind-blowing. |
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Tuscany | 1 | 97 (VN) |
Inc. VAT
£958.06 |
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Vinous (97)The 2018 Percarlo is another fabulous wine in this range from San Giusto. Ample and creamy, the 2018 dazzles with its total sense of finesse. In 2018, Percarlo is silky, gracious and super-refined. Time in the glass brings out attractive floral and spice overtones that lend brightness. It shows remarkably well for a wine that was bottled only recently. The 2018 was aged in a combination of 30HL casks and 500-liter tonneaux. |
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Tuscany | 1 | 97 (VN) |
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£1,015.66 |
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Vinous (97)The 2019 Percarlo is a wine of reserve. There's terrific purity to the fruit and fine tannins for the year, but also a bit of firmness that needs time to resolve. Bright red-toned fruit, cedar, tobacco, licorice, blood orange and spice open nicely to play off those vibrant tannins. I imagine the 2019 will need a number of years to be at its best. The 2019 spent 22 months in a combination of 30HL casks and 500L in tonneau. Production is down about 25%. |
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Umbria | 1 | 97 (RP) |
In Bond
£612.00 |
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Wine Advocate - Robert Parker (97)The 2000 Montefalco 25 Anni simply multiplies all the elements exponentially with room-filling aromas of sweet berry fruit and perfectly integrated oak and a mouth-coating cascade of ripe fruit, powerful, dense, and sensual tannins in a swelling flow of unrelieved pleasure. I would be very surprised if this wine did not last another two decades. |
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Piedmont | 1 | - |
In Bond
£737.00 |
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Experience an exquisite offering with Bel Colle Barolo Monvigliero 2016, a celebrated example of the iconic Piedmontese Nebbiolo variety. Virtuoso winemakers at the respected Bel Colle estate in Verduno meticulously craft this exceptional wine. Bel Colle, possessing a sterling reputation since 1976, honours timeless winemaking techniques, embracing traditional fermentations in concrete vats to retain the uniquely evocative traits of 'terroir'. This 2016 vintage exudes captivating notes of luscious cherries, leather, and roses, intensifying its captivating aromatic complexity. Slow ripening results in a wine of remarkable balance, intertwining vigorous acidity with subtle tannins. An impressively long-ageing wine, it adds further intensity to its deep garnet hue and nuanced bouquet over time. Paired perfectly with robust, hearty meals, the Bel Colle Barolo Monvigliero 2016 stands as a testament to Piedmont’s rich winemaking heritage, encapsulating elegance, depth, and fascinating complexity in every glass. |
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Tuscany | 2 | 97 (WS) |
In Bond
£550.00 |
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Wine Spectator (97)Expressive and lush, this red shows ripe cherry, plum, earth, tobacco and leather notes, backed by a rigid backbone of tannins. This is vibrant too, leaving a long aftertaste of fruit, mineral and savory accents, with fine harmony and complexity. Best from 2025 through 2050. 300 cases made, 150 cases imported. |
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Piedmont | 1 | - |
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£752.00 |
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Immerse yourself in the exquisite profile of the Cascina Sot Barolo Bricco San Pietro 2015, a compelling testament to Italian viticulture finesse. Strikingly crafted in Piedmont, one of Italy's most distinguished wine regions, this prestigious red wine is produced by the revered Cascina Sot, a boutique family-run winery dedicated to tradition and quality. Using the indigenous Nebbiolo grape, this 2015 vintage embodies the winery's meticulous vinification process, maturing for 36 months in oak barrels to foster sophisticated layers of complexity. The Cascina Sot Barolo Bricco San Pietro 2015 presents an alluring garnet hue, teasing the palate with concentrated notes of black cherry and spiced plum, interlaced with whispers of truffle, leather, and mineral undertones. A harmonious balance of structured tannins and vibrant acidity lends itself to an unparalleled, lingering finish. Whether savoured now or cellared, each bottle of Cascina Sot Barolo Bricco San Pietro 2015 promises a sublime exploration of terroir-driven excellence. |
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Piedmont | 5 | 92 (VN) |
In Bond
£421.00 |
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Vinous (92): Bright medium red. Redcurrant, minerals, graphite, licorice and tobacco on the nose. A step up in depth, sweetness and intensity from the Bernadot, with more volume and a serious spine for aging. This mounts nicely on the back end and finishes with very good flavor impact and energy. |
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Veneto | 1 | 98 (VN) |
In Bond
£1,779.00 |
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Vinous (98)The 2008 Amarone della Valpolicella is compelling. With a little air, the tannins begin to soften, releasing a myriad of intense dark aromas and flavors. Bittersweet chocolate, cloves, violets, plums and blackberry jam cover every inch of the palate in a stunning, headspinning Amarone that captures all of the best qualities of the year. When Romano Dal Forno's wines are on, there is nothing quite like them, and that is certainly the case here. If opened young, the 2008 needs a little air. Actually, a lot of air. |
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Piedmont | 1 | 96 (WS) |
In Bond
£1,388.00 |
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Wine Spectator (96)So perfumed and beautiful. Smells like an outstanding Burgundy. Full-bodied, with supersilky tannins and a long, long fruity and focused finish. Hint of raisin. Beautiful balance and class. Better in a couple of years. Even better than I remember.--1998 Piedmont blind retrospective (2008). Best after 2010. 1,000 cases made. -JS |
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Piedmont | 1 | 96 (JS) |
In Bond
£2,624.00 |
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James Suckling (96)The fresh and just ripe strawberry aromas really come through here, together with some licorice and floral highlights. Medium to full body with fine, focused tannins that are vertical and bring your palate down through the wine. A solid and beautiful wine for the vintage. Try after 2025. |
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Tuscany | 1 | 97 (JS) |
In Bond
£1,068.00 |
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James Suckling (97)Some much shaved black truffles to the blackberry, walnut and chocolate undertones. It’s full-bodied and layered with chewy yet soft tannins and a long, flavorful finish. Smoke, mahogany and wet-earth undertones. Needs three or four years to soften and come together. Best after 2024 |
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Piedmont | 10 | 94 (VN) |
In Bond
£1,373.00 |
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Vinous (94)“The 2010 Barbaresco Riserva Vanotu 60th Anniversary Limited Edition is drinking beautifully. Silky and perfumed, the 2010 is now entering its first plateau of maturity. Sweet tobacco, dried flowers, menthol and coffee lend striking aromatic complexity as the 2010 opens in the glass. The 2010 is rich and layered, as all of Giorgio Pelissero's wines are, but time has mellowed some of that exuberance.” |
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Piedmont | 1 | 93 (WA) |
In Bond
£317.50 |
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Wine Advocate (93)From a vineyard site in La Morra, the 2018 Barolo Serradenari boasts a very bright and lifted bouquet that is colored by tart raspberry, wild blueberry, exotic spice and hints of campfire ash. La Morra is recognized for its fine and silky tannins, and this vintage delivers those with a little more emphasis. |
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Tuscany | 1 | 100 (WE) |
In Bond
£1,827.00 |
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Wine Enthusiast (100)Violet, iris, warm spice, new leather, earth and wild berry are just some of the aromas you’ll find on this tantalizingly fragrant, gorgeous red. Linear and elegant, the radiant palate shows youthful tension, boasting red cherry, pomegranate, star anise, baking spice and orange zest framed in tightly wound, polished tannins and bright acidity. Drink 2025–2040. |
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Tuscany | 1 | 98 (WE) |
In Bond
£1,999.00 |
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Wine Enthusiast (98)Pressed rose, forest berries, crushed mint and dark spice are front and center on this fragrant, stunning red, which also has whiffs of new leather. Showing the estate's hallmark of finesse and structure, the delicious palate delivers crushed raspberry, ripe Morello cherry, baking spice and licorice framed in tightly wound, refined tannins. Fresh acidity keeps it balanced. This is one of the few 2017s that show some serious aging potential. Drink 2025–2037. |
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Piedmont | 1 | 96.5 (VN) |
In Bond
£590.00 |
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Vinous (96.5)Marco Parusso's 2016 Barolo Bussia brings together all the best elements of his style and year in a wine that is simply brilliant. Sweet floral notes, dark red fruit, mint, blood orange and spice infuse the 2016 with myriad layers of complexity. A bold, dramatic Barolo made from Rocche and Munie fruit, the 2016 is going to need a number of years to be at its best. |
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Piedmont | 1 | 98 (WE) |
In Bond
£5,605.00 |
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Wine Enthusiast (98)Crushed mint, new leather, white truffle and wild berry aromas waft out of the glass on this gorgeous, fragrant wine. Smooth but seriously structured, the focused palate is delicious, delivering crushed Morello cherry, raspberry compote and licorice. Still youthfully austere, it needs several more years to fully develop but it will age and evolve for decades. An absolutely breathtaking wine. |
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Piedmont | 1 | 98 (VN (AG)) |
In Bond
£6,763.00 |
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Vinous - Antonio Galloni (98)The 2015 Barbaresco Crichet Paje a wine of extreme elegance and seduction. Bright red-tined fruit, rose petal, tobacco, incense and spice lend striking inner perfumed. A wine of soaring aromatic presence and exceptional balance, the 2015 is so impressive, especially in the way it balances exoticism with classicism. Here, too, the balance is quite simply mind-blowing. |
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Tuscany | 1 | 97 (VN) |
In Bond
£777.00 |
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Vinous (97)The 2018 Percarlo is another fabulous wine in this range from San Giusto. Ample and creamy, the 2018 dazzles with its total sense of finesse. In 2018, Percarlo is silky, gracious and super-refined. Time in the glass brings out attractive floral and spice overtones that lend brightness. It shows remarkably well for a wine that was bottled only recently. The 2018 was aged in a combination of 30HL casks and 500-liter tonneaux. |
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Tuscany | 1 | 97 (VN) |
In Bond
£825.00 |
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Vinous (97)The 2019 Percarlo is a wine of reserve. There's terrific purity to the fruit and fine tannins for the year, but also a bit of firmness that needs time to resolve. Bright red-toned fruit, cedar, tobacco, licorice, blood orange and spice open nicely to play off those vibrant tannins. I imagine the 2019 will need a number of years to be at its best. The 2019 spent 22 months in a combination of 30HL casks and 500L in tonneau. Production is down about 25%. |
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