Italy
Italy, known as the "Land of Wine," is celebrated for its exquisite range of fine wines. With a winemaking history dating back thousands of years and a diverse array of terroirs, Italy offers a remarkable collection of wines that delight the senses and captivate wine enthusiasts worldwide.
In Tuscany, famous vineyards like Antinori, Marchesi di Frescobaldi, and Tenuta San Guido have become synonymous with excellence. 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. Piedmont is home to legendary vineyards like Gaja, Vietti, and Marchesi di Barolo. 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. Veneto, renowned for its sparkling Prosecco wines, is also famous for Amarone della Valpolicella. Vineyards like Allegrini and Quintarelli produce exceptional Amarone wines with concentrated flavors of dark fruit, spices, and a velvety texture. Sicily, the largest island in the Mediterranean, offers a different yet captivating expression of Italian 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.
These are just a few examples of the renowned vineyards and wines Italy has to offer. From the northern regions of Piedmont and Veneto to the central regions of Tuscany and Umbria, and down to the southern regions of Sicily and Puglia, Italy's wine regions are a treasure trove of exceptional wines. Experience the allure of Italian wines and immerse yourself in the rich history, diverse terroirs, and passionate winemaking that define the Italian wine scene. Whether you're sipping a prestigious Barolo, a refined Brunello di Montalcino, a refreshing Prosecco, or a bold Nero d'Avola, Italian wines promise a journey of flavors and a celebration of Italy's winemaking heritage.
Italy
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Veneto | 2 | 98 (WA) |
Inc. VAT
£595.20 |
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Wine Advocate (98)This wine is dedicated to Roberto Ferrarini, the longtime consulting enologist who worked with Giuseppe Quintarelli and the Quintarelli family until his death in 2014. The beautiful 2007 Recioto della Valpolicella Classico A Roberto (packaged in a 375-millliter bottle) is a stunning and magical creation. The last vintage this estate made a Recioto was in 2004, and at the time of this tasting, there was no future vintage earmarked to follow this bottling. Those of you lucky enough to taste this bottle will be rewarded with carefully crafted aromas of plum and raisin with sweet baking spice, moist earth, campfire ash, fresh espresso and a touch of bitter chocolate. This wine was bottled in 2017 and therefore saw ten years of aging in a normal-sized barrique. The wine shows utter silkiness in terms of texture and is surprising light on its feet despite its 15.5% alcohol. This is a precious collectors' bottle. |
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Veneto | 4 | - |
Inc. VAT
£127.37 |
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Savour the indulgent taste of Speri Recioto della Valpolicella La Roggia 2018, a prestigious vintage from the steep Valpolicella hills of northern Italy. This finely-crafted delight is the product of Speri, a renowned family winery with over seven generations of wine-making mastery. Speri is highly esteemed in Italy and globally for preserving traditional viticulture whilst focusing on quality over quantity. The Speri Recioto della Valpolicella La Roggia 2018 imparts an enchanting full-bodied sweetness, underpinned by lush notes of marasca cherry and blackberry preserves. The artisan flavours are courtesy of the noble Corvina, Rondinella and Molinara berries, carefully sun-dried on bamboo racks for four months. This meticulous process intensifies the sugars and aromatic properties. Subsequently, the grapes undergo a painstakingly slow fermentation to maintain the rich fruity flavour. The wine, aged in Slovenian oak barrels for two years, bestows a remarkable elegance and velvety finish. Indulge in the elegance of Speri Recioto della Valpolicella La Roggia 2018, an extraordinary incarnation of Italy's rich viticultural heritage. |
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Veneto | 1 | - |
Inc. VAT
£525.40 |
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Savour the indulgent taste of Speri Recioto della Valpolicella La Roggia 2018, a prestigious vintage from the steep Valpolicella hills of northern Italy. This finely-crafted delight is the product of Speri, a renowned family winery with over seven generations of wine-making mastery. Speri is highly esteemed in Italy and globally for preserving traditional viticulture whilst focusing on quality over quantity. The Speri Recioto della Valpolicella La Roggia 2018 imparts an enchanting full-bodied sweetness, underpinned by lush notes of marasca cherry and blackberry preserves. The artisan flavours are courtesy of the noble Corvina, Rondinella and Molinara berries, carefully sun-dried on bamboo racks for four months. This meticulous process intensifies the sugars and aromatic properties. Subsequently, the grapes undergo a painstakingly slow fermentation to maintain the rich fruity flavour. The wine, aged in Slovenian oak barrels for two years, bestows a remarkable elegance and velvety finish. Indulge in the elegance of Speri Recioto della Valpolicella La Roggia 2018, an extraordinary incarnation of Italy's rich viticultural heritage. |
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Veneto | 2 | 98 (WA) |
Inc. VAT
£595.20 |
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Wine Advocate (98)This wine is dedicated to Roberto Ferrarini, the longtime consulting enologist who worked with Giuseppe Quintarelli and the Quintarelli family until his death in 2014. The beautiful 2007 Recioto della Valpolicella Classico A Roberto (packaged in a 375-millliter bottle) is a stunning and magical creation. The last vintage this estate made a Recioto was in 2004, and at the time of this tasting, there was no future vintage earmarked to follow this bottling. Those of you lucky enough to taste this bottle will be rewarded with carefully crafted aromas of plum and raisin with sweet baking spice, moist earth, campfire ash, fresh espresso and a touch of bitter chocolate. This wine was bottled in 2017 and therefore saw ten years of aging in a normal-sized barrique. The wine shows utter silkiness in terms of texture and is surprising light on its feet despite its 15.5% alcohol. This is a precious collectors' bottle. |
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Veneto | 4 | - |
In Bond
£104.00 |
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Savour the indulgent taste of Speri Recioto della Valpolicella La Roggia 2018, a prestigious vintage from the steep Valpolicella hills of northern Italy. This finely-crafted delight is the product of Speri, a renowned family winery with over seven generations of wine-making mastery. Speri is highly esteemed in Italy and globally for preserving traditional viticulture whilst focusing on quality over quantity. The Speri Recioto della Valpolicella La Roggia 2018 imparts an enchanting full-bodied sweetness, underpinned by lush notes of marasca cherry and blackberry preserves. The artisan flavours are courtesy of the noble Corvina, Rondinella and Molinara berries, carefully sun-dried on bamboo racks for four months. This meticulous process intensifies the sugars and aromatic properties. Subsequently, the grapes undergo a painstakingly slow fermentation to maintain the rich fruity flavour. The wine, aged in Slovenian oak barrels for two years, bestows a remarkable elegance and velvety finish. Indulge in the elegance of Speri Recioto della Valpolicella La Roggia 2018, an extraordinary incarnation of Italy's rich viticultural heritage. |
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Veneto | 1 | - |
In Bond
£425.00 |
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Savour the indulgent taste of Speri Recioto della Valpolicella La Roggia 2018, a prestigious vintage from the steep Valpolicella hills of northern Italy. This finely-crafted delight is the product of Speri, a renowned family winery with over seven generations of wine-making mastery. Speri is highly esteemed in Italy and globally for preserving traditional viticulture whilst focusing on quality over quantity. The Speri Recioto della Valpolicella La Roggia 2018 imparts an enchanting full-bodied sweetness, underpinned by lush notes of marasca cherry and blackberry preserves. The artisan flavours are courtesy of the noble Corvina, Rondinella and Molinara berries, carefully sun-dried on bamboo racks for four months. This meticulous process intensifies the sugars and aromatic properties. Subsequently, the grapes undergo a painstakingly slow fermentation to maintain the rich fruity flavour. The wine, aged in Slovenian oak barrels for two years, bestows a remarkable elegance and velvety finish. Indulge in the elegance of Speri Recioto della Valpolicella La Roggia 2018, an extraordinary incarnation of Italy's rich viticultural heritage. |