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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The Wine Independent (93)
The single-varietal 2021 Nerello Mascalese is pale garnet-purple in color. It springs forth with notes of fresh redcurrants and raspberries, leading to hints of graphite, lavender, and sauteed herbs. The medium to full-bodied palate offers chewy tannins and a racy backbone to support the vibrant red berry and herbal flavors, finishing with a pleasant grippiness.Inc. VAT£371.09 -
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Wine Advocate (94+)
This is one of the big surprises of this tasting and ultimately represents one of the best buys in the entire extended Marchesi Antinori portfolio. The 2021 Chianti Classico Riserva Tenuta Tignanello Marchese Antinori shares the DNA of Tignanello. It is Sangiovese kissed with small parts of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. Of course, the wine is more accessible and open compared to Tignanello, and spiritually, this wine is a Chianti Classico. By that I mean that the elegant minerality of these soils and the sunny flavors of its environs are the determining characteristics. You get wildflower, iris, tart fruit and plum. The wine's enhanced mineral character, with dusty white rock, is what adds lasting complexity and depth.Inc. VAT£247.24 -
Vinous - Antonio Galloni (98)
The 2021 Bolgheri Superiore Guado al Tasso is a very beautiful wine, but also quite a departure from the style that made it famous years ago. Readers will find an especially polished Guado al Tasso, a wine that emphasizes finesse more than power. Silky tannins wrap around a core of black cherry fruit, licorice, spice, mocha and new leather. Bright, saline undertones extend the exquisite finish. There's more Cabernet Franc in the blend these days, and that very much comes through in the wine's crazy aromatic presence and feel. The 2021 spent 16 months in wood, three months in used French oak barrels during the malolactic fermentation and then 14 months in barrel (80% new) for the rest of its aging. Gorgeous.Inc. VAT£892.84 -
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Jane Anson Inside Bordeaux (100)
Just love this wine, the lyricism and the generosity of it, and its always vivid depiction of fruits and stones. So juicy, so drawn out, works with the vintage, leans into its low yields, with greengages, raspberry, plum, gentle spices, lemongrass, minerality studded with mandarin peel and sage. Translucent and yet full of flavour, once again it begs you to draw up a chair, gather friends, and enjoy. What a brilliant wine and a brilliant winemaker in Bibi Graetz. From a 58ha estate, Colore comes from the oldest vineyards of Sangiovese that range up to 135 years old.Inc. VAT£450.62 -
James Suckling (98)
Fabulous aromas of strawberries, orange zest and orange blossom. So pure on the nose. Very perfumed. Medium-bodied with intense linear tannins that are ultra-fine in texture. It's fresh and salty with a brightness and focus. Minerally and crisp. pH is 3.4 highlighting the strength of the acidity. Crunchy. Salty. So delicious now but this will age incredibly well.Inc. VAT£424.24 -
Hailing from the prestigious wine estate of Bolgheri, the Bolgheri Bolgheri Varvara 2021 is a magnificent triumph of viniculture and a testament to the art of fine winemaking. Handcrafted by the renowned producer, Varvara, this positively exquisite red wine signals its extraordinary quality from the first sniff to the last sip. The wine is a melodious blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Cabernet Franc varietals, maturing elegantly for 12 months in French oak barrels to achieve its complex depth.
Bolgheri Bolgheri Varvara 2021 is celebrated for its deep, ruby-red colour and robust, layered aroma that teases notes of dark fruit, cedar, and spice. On the palate, it delights with well-balanced fruit and spice flavours, accented by mild tannins and a harmonious finish. This gorgeous wine bears the signature finesse of Bolgheri, a gem of Italy's Tuscan coast known for its superior red wines. It's a bottle any serious wine aficionado would yearn to add to their collection.
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Indulge in a bottle of Boscarelli Vino Nobile 2021, a prestigious Tuscan wine sure to delight even the most discerning palates. Expertly produced in the esteemed Montepulciano region, this fine wine demonstrates the pinnacle of Italian viniculture. Boscarelli, a third-generation family-run winery, employ traditional winemaking processes accompanied by modern techniques to deliver consistently superior wines.
Boscarelli Vino Nobile 2021 is carefully crafted from hand-harvested Sangiovese grapes that enjoy the Tuscan sun, yielding a sumptuous palate of ripe cherries, blackberries, and profound earthy notes. The wine's ageing in Slavonian oak barrels coupled with its extended period of refinement in the bottle, grant a beautifully developed structure, matchless complexity, and delicate spicy aromas that echo through its persistently elegant finish.
Whether it’s a special occasion or simply the end of a long day, Boscarelli Vino Nobile 2021 is an outstanding choice to satisfy your fine wine desires.
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Refined and full-bodied, Braida Barbera d'Asti Montebruna 2021 enthrals with its tasteful complexity. Vinified from 100% Barbera grapes, this fine Italian specimen hails from the renowned Asti DOCG region of Piedmont, known for its superior viticulture. The Braida estate, synonymously linked to the evolution of Barbera wines, articulates its production philosophy throughout this vintage, skillfully merging tradition with innovation. Enamoured by traditional buttresses of sloping, sun-soaked vineyards, the grapes undergo careful selection before fermentation in stainless steel vats. Maturation ensues in French oak barrels for 12 months to harvest bold, vibrant flavours. The Montebruna 2021 captures a characteristically intense ruby hue, with a palatial offering of black cherry notes, reminiscent of tantalising dark fruit. Given its high acid backbone, it pairs wonderfully with robust, savoury dishes. With its layered richness and opulent structure, Braida Barbera d'Asti Montebruna 2021 certainly affirms its place among the well-regarded Barbera wines.
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Vinous (89)
The 2021 Pelaverga Verduno is classy and elegant to the core. Crushed red berry fruit, sweet floral notes and a kick of citrus are all laced together. Burlotto's silky, polished Pelaverga is about as good as it gets for this quirky variety. Aging in steel helped preserve quite a bit of freshness.Inc. VAT£258.04 -
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The Wine Independent (93)
The single-varietal 2021 Nerello Mascalese is pale garnet-purple in color. It springs forth with notes of fresh redcurrants and raspberries, leading to hints of graphite, lavender, and sauteed herbs. The medium to full-bodied palate offers chewy tannins and a racy backbone to support the vibrant red berry and herbal flavors, finishing with a pleasant grippiness.In Bond£290.00 -
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Wine Advocate (94+)
This is one of the big surprises of this tasting and ultimately represents one of the best buys in the entire extended Marchesi Antinori portfolio. The 2021 Chianti Classico Riserva Tenuta Tignanello Marchese Antinori shares the DNA of Tignanello. It is Sangiovese kissed with small parts of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. Of course, the wine is more accessible and open compared to Tignanello, and spiritually, this wine is a Chianti Classico. By that I mean that the elegant minerality of these soils and the sunny flavors of its environs are the determining characteristics. You get wildflower, iris, tart fruit and plum. The wine's enhanced mineral character, with dusty white rock, is what adds lasting complexity and depth.In Bond£190.00 -
Vinous - Antonio Galloni (98)
The 2021 Bolgheri Superiore Guado al Tasso is a very beautiful wine, but also quite a departure from the style that made it famous years ago. Readers will find an especially polished Guado al Tasso, a wine that emphasizes finesse more than power. Silky tannins wrap around a core of black cherry fruit, licorice, spice, mocha and new leather. Bright, saline undertones extend the exquisite finish. There's more Cabernet Franc in the blend these days, and that very much comes through in the wine's crazy aromatic presence and feel. The 2021 spent 16 months in wood, three months in used French oak barrels during the malolactic fermentation and then 14 months in barrel (80% new) for the rest of its aging. Gorgeous.In Bond£728.00 -
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Jane Anson Inside Bordeaux (100)
Just love this wine, the lyricism and the generosity of it, and its always vivid depiction of fruits and stones. So juicy, so drawn out, works with the vintage, leans into its low yields, with greengages, raspberry, plum, gentle spices, lemongrass, minerality studded with mandarin peel and sage. Translucent and yet full of flavour, once again it begs you to draw up a chair, gather friends, and enjoy. What a brilliant wine and a brilliant winemaker in Bibi Graetz. From a 58ha estate, Colore comes from the oldest vineyards of Sangiovese that range up to 135 years old.In Bond£367.50 -
James Suckling (98)
Fabulous aromas of strawberries, orange zest and orange blossom. So pure on the nose. Very perfumed. Medium-bodied with intense linear tannins that are ultra-fine in texture. It's fresh and salty with a brightness and focus. Minerally and crisp. pH is 3.4 highlighting the strength of the acidity. Crunchy. Salty. So delicious now but this will age incredibly well.In Bond£337.50 -
Hailing from the prestigious wine estate of Bolgheri, the Bolgheri Bolgheri Varvara 2021 is a magnificent triumph of viniculture and a testament to the art of fine winemaking. Handcrafted by the renowned producer, Varvara, this positively exquisite red wine signals its extraordinary quality from the first sniff to the last sip. The wine is a melodious blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Cabernet Franc varietals, maturing elegantly for 12 months in French oak barrels to achieve its complex depth.
Bolgheri Bolgheri Varvara 2021 is celebrated for its deep, ruby-red colour and robust, layered aroma that teases notes of dark fruit, cedar, and spice. On the palate, it delights with well-balanced fruit and spice flavours, accented by mild tannins and a harmonious finish. This gorgeous wine bears the signature finesse of Bolgheri, a gem of Italy's Tuscan coast known for its superior red wines. It's a bottle any serious wine aficionado would yearn to add to their collection.
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Indulge in a bottle of Boscarelli Vino Nobile 2021, a prestigious Tuscan wine sure to delight even the most discerning palates. Expertly produced in the esteemed Montepulciano region, this fine wine demonstrates the pinnacle of Italian viniculture. Boscarelli, a third-generation family-run winery, employ traditional winemaking processes accompanied by modern techniques to deliver consistently superior wines.
Boscarelli Vino Nobile 2021 is carefully crafted from hand-harvested Sangiovese grapes that enjoy the Tuscan sun, yielding a sumptuous palate of ripe cherries, blackberries, and profound earthy notes. The wine's ageing in Slavonian oak barrels coupled with its extended period of refinement in the bottle, grant a beautifully developed structure, matchless complexity, and delicate spicy aromas that echo through its persistently elegant finish.
Whether it’s a special occasion or simply the end of a long day, Boscarelli Vino Nobile 2021 is an outstanding choice to satisfy your fine wine desires.
In Bond£199.00 -
Refined and full-bodied, Braida Barbera d'Asti Montebruna 2021 enthrals with its tasteful complexity. Vinified from 100% Barbera grapes, this fine Italian specimen hails from the renowned Asti DOCG region of Piedmont, known for its superior viticulture. The Braida estate, synonymously linked to the evolution of Barbera wines, articulates its production philosophy throughout this vintage, skillfully merging tradition with innovation. Enamoured by traditional buttresses of sloping, sun-soaked vineyards, the grapes undergo careful selection before fermentation in stainless steel vats. Maturation ensues in French oak barrels for 12 months to harvest bold, vibrant flavours. The Montebruna 2021 captures a characteristically intense ruby hue, with a palatial offering of black cherry notes, reminiscent of tantalising dark fruit. Given its high acid backbone, it pairs wonderfully with robust, savoury dishes. With its layered richness and opulent structure, Braida Barbera d'Asti Montebruna 2021 certainly affirms its place among the well-regarded Barbera wines.
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Vinous (89)
The 2021 Pelaverga Verduno is classy and elegant to the core. Crushed red berry fruit, sweet floral notes and a kick of citrus are all laced together. Burlotto's silky, polished Pelaverga is about as good as it gets for this quirky variety. Aging in steel helped preserve quite a bit of freshness.In Bond£199.00 -
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