Rich, plush black fruits and a hint of herbal mintiness on the nose. More dark fruit and herbs on the ripe, full-bodied palate with grippy yet well-integrated tannins on the finish.
The smell is ethereal, complex, with black cherry and wood fruits aromas. The taste is round, elegant, bodied and velvety, the final is persistent and spicy.
Aromas of ripe black cherry, damson and toasty spice. A rich palate with plum and sour cherry fruit, juicy acidity, and notes of dark chocolate on the finish.
Ricasoli Brolio Chianti Classico has an intense ruby red colour and a fragrant bouquet with scents of small red fruit, vanilla and spicy notes with an appealing harmonious taste with balanced tannins. The intense persistence exalt the fresh and mineral notes typical of this wine. The grape varieties used include 80% Sangiovese, 5% Merlot, and 5% Cabernet Sauvignon and fermentation takes place in stainless steel with 2/6 days of skins contact. This is followed by 9 months in barriques and tonneaux and a further 3-6 months of bottle ageing. Brolio successfully matches the superior drinkability that defines Chianti Classico in its young version with a full, complex structure, which makes this wine excellent in its category.
Red ruby color with purple hues. On the nose aromas of cherry and cloves, accompanied by a hint of violet. The polished tannins, balanced by the right amount of freshness, define the wine’s equilibrium and strong personality, leading to a long and persistent finish.
This Negroamaro shows intense nose of blackberry and plum notes. On the palate is it round, well-balanced, with a persistent and long finish. Ideal with red meat based dishes or mature cheese.
This Gergenti Organic Frappato, made by organically grown grapes, embodies the unique charm of Sicily. Red ruby colour. The aroma is fresh and fruity with a scent of blueberries and red berries. The grapes are hand-picked in early August. After the harvest, the grapes are left to be macerated with their skins for 6 days. Malolactic fermentation takes place at a controlled temperature in stainless steel tanks. After that the wine is aged in the bottle for another month.
Lovely ripe cassis fruit and plenty of it with some warm woodspice, and cigar box. Very approachable but still proper claret. The palate is medium-bodied and structured with round, warm fruit and a velvety finish.
On the palate it is full bodied with mature fruit flavours, spicy notes, medium tannins and a long finish. This wine is ideal with roasted or stewed meats, pasta dishes and strong cheeses.
A lifted, expressive, red berry nose with white pepper, dried herbs and lightly smoky notes. Full and fleshy on the palate with fresh plum and blackberry leading to a layered, savoury finish with fine tannins enveloped by ripe, textured fruit.
Aromas of spiced rhubarb, sweet red cherries, Asian five spice and vanilla mingle with earthy notes and the distinct fruity spice notes of sassafras forest. The palate is seductive with fleshy red and black cherries. It develops with spices from the whole bunch inclusion and French oak barrels.
The Tenute Tomasella Cabernet Franc offers a delightful exploration of the grape varietal's potential in Friuli Grave, Italy. This meticulously crafted wine showcases the region's unique terroir, resulting in a vibrant and expressive Cabernet Franc.
Bright berry and black cherry aromas, and a touch of spice. The palate has all of Valpolicella's appealing fresh cherry and ripe bramble fruit, with the weight and complexity typical of Appassimento wines. Supple tannins lead to a finish of delicate sweetness, offset by fresh acidity.