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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Tuscany | 1 | - |
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€103.15 |
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Volpaia Balifico 2015 embodies the quintessential elegance of Chianti Classico, meticulously crafted by the esteemed Volpaia winery nestled in the heart of Tuscany. This distinguished vintage is predominantly composed of Sangiovese grapes, hand-harvested from carefully selected vineyards that benefit from the region’s unique microclimate and rich, limestone soils. Fermentation occurs in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks, followed by an extended ageing process in French and Slavonian oak barrels, imparting a harmonious complexity to the wine. The 2015 vintage reveals a deep ruby hue, complemented by an intricate bouquet of ripe cherries, violets, and subtle earthy undertones. On the palate, it offers a refined structure with velvety tannins and a balanced acidity, culminating in a lingering, elegant finish. Volpaia Balifico 2015 stands as a testament to the producer’s unwavering commitment to quality and the timeless tradition of Tuscan winemaking, making it a superb choice for the discerning connoisseur. |
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Tuscany | 1 | - |
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€140.35 |
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The Volpaia Balifico 2016 epitomises artisanal craftsmanship from the heart of Chianti Classico. Crafted by the esteemed Antinori family, this wine showcases a meticulous blend of Sangiovese and international varietals, harvested from vineyards nestled on the rolling Tuscan hillsides. Fermented in a combination of traditional wood and modern stainless steel vats, the Balifico 2016 undergoes an extended ageing process in French oak barrels, imparting complex flavours of dark cherry, plum, and subtle spice notes. The winery's commitment to sustainable viticulture ensures the highest quality grapes, resulting in a harmonious balance of elegance and power. With its velvety tannins and lingering finish, Volpaia Balifico 2016 is a testament to the producer's legacy of excellence, offering discerning connoisseurs a memorable sensory experience. |
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Veneto | 1 | 99 (JS) |
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€871.39 |
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James Suckling (99)This is a huge and impressive wine, but somehow graceful and subtle. It packs an eclectic array of brambleberry compote, violet essence, eucalyptus, oyster shell, pure iodine, vanilla, resin, tar, cassis, plum liqueur and hot stones. You can only stand back in awe as one shade of fruit appears after the next and a barrage of tannin coats your mouth. Yet, this is gentle, agile and flowing. Nevertheless, its main attraction remains its unashamed, monumental power and muscularity. A haunting wine that sends chills down your spine. An epoch-defining wine for Veneto that harks back to the legends of the ‘50s and ‘60s. Perhaps the best Amarone ever made. Impossible to resist now, but better in 2022. |
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Veneto | 1 | 98 (JS) |
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€850.99 |
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James Suckling (98)An Amarone for the future with terrific richness and tannin power, offering dried fruit, figs, blackberries, bark, mushrooms and hints of wood. Full-bodied and very structured with a powerful finish. It needs a lot of time to come around. Try it after 2024. |
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Veneto | 1 | 97 (DC) |
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€769.39 |
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Decanter (97)This remarkable Amarone won the very highest acclaim from its original judging panel and then sailed through every subsequent judging stage, to the extent that its appearance in our Best In Show collection was never seriously in doubt. It’s already over five years old, but is still very dark in the glass -- and it’s a wine of remarkable aromatic complexity, too. Amarone-lovers will know just how many allusions these wines are capable of evoking, and it’s not hard to make out mushrooms, forest underbrush, truffle, Havana leaf and even woodland violets as well as the more usual confit cherries and plums in this wine’s aromatic profile. In the mouth, the wine is remarkably concentrated yet elegant, carrying that bundle of allusions effortlessly and seamlessly through the palate. Fine-beaded tannins lend support, and the concentration of fruit is such that any overt acidity is almost an afterthought. |
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Veneto | 1 | 98 (JS) |
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€673.64 |
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James Suckling (98)This is one of those wines where your nose is in the glass for ages, enjoying the complex array of aromas that range from raspberries to dates, perfumed bark to polished wood, pressed flowers to fresh mushrooms. Full-bodied, dense and focused with fine, well-integrated tannins, plenty of fruit flavor and an endless finish. A joy to drink even now, but this will age gracefully for many a year. |
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Veneto | 1 | - |
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€393.14 |
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Veneto | 6 | - |
Inc. TAX
€354.06 |
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Lugana | 4 | - |
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€215.28 |
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Veneto | 4 | - |
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€750.68 |
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Zyme Amarone della Valpolicella 2018, an exquisite wine from the Valpolicella region of Veneto, Italy, is the masterwork of veteran winemaker Celestino Gaspari. Skillfully crafted from a blend of Corvina, Rondinella, and a proportion of diverse grape varieties that Zyme is so famous for, this wine displays unmatched complexity and depth. The grapes are carefully air-dried for 120 days, a traditional method known as Appassimento, before being fermented. Ageing in Slavonian and French oak barrels for 36 months adds a distinct character and structure to this wine. Packed with rich black cherry, dried fig and spice flavours that blend seamlessly with the wine's full-bodied, velvety texture, Zyme Amarone della Valpolicella 2018 is a delightful treat for the senses. Its well-integrated tannins provide a lingering finish that sings of its illustrious lineage. Truly, Zyme Amarone della Valpolicella 2018 epitomises the spirit of Italian winemaking at its finest. |
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Veneto | 1 | 96 (VN) |
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€1,926.44 |
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Vinous (96)For all of its intensity and depth, the 2009 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico Riserva La Mattonara is remarkably fresh. It mixes medicinal cherry and crushed blackberry with sweet balsam herbs and hints of cocoa. This is opulence personified, impossibly rich and velvety, mixing both savory and sweet while saturating the senses with wild berry preserves contrasted by sour citrus. A wall of tannin grips the palate through the finale; yet throughout, this remains fresh, leaving lavender and clove to linger. The 2009 is a caged beast, as well as a total beauty. |
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Veneto | 3 | 93 (WA) |
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€454.54 |
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Wine Advocate (93)This is an ambitious blend of Corvina, Corvinone, Rondinella, Croatina, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Syrah, Oseleta, Teroldego, Petit Verdot, Garganega, Trebbiano Toscano, Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc. The Zýmè 2020 Kairós takes an everything-but-the-kitchen-sink approach and ultimately reveals full-bodied results with blackberry preserves and juniper berry. It shows good freshness and integrated tannins. You can't really pin this wine to territory or grape, but it is a confident example of a full-bodied winemaking style from innovative vintner Celestino Gaspari. This is a release of 45,000 bottles. |
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Tuscany | 1 | - |
In Bond
€82.00 |
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Volpaia Balifico 2015 embodies the quintessential elegance of Chianti Classico, meticulously crafted by the esteemed Volpaia winery nestled in the heart of Tuscany. This distinguished vintage is predominantly composed of Sangiovese grapes, hand-harvested from carefully selected vineyards that benefit from the region’s unique microclimate and rich, limestone soils. Fermentation occurs in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks, followed by an extended ageing process in French and Slavonian oak barrels, imparting a harmonious complexity to the wine. The 2015 vintage reveals a deep ruby hue, complemented by an intricate bouquet of ripe cherries, violets, and subtle earthy undertones. On the palate, it offers a refined structure with velvety tannins and a balanced acidity, culminating in a lingering, elegant finish. Volpaia Balifico 2015 stands as a testament to the producer’s unwavering commitment to quality and the timeless tradition of Tuscan winemaking, making it a superb choice for the discerning connoisseur. |
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Tuscany | 1 | - |
In Bond
€113.00 |
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The Volpaia Balifico 2016 epitomises artisanal craftsmanship from the heart of Chianti Classico. Crafted by the esteemed Antinori family, this wine showcases a meticulous blend of Sangiovese and international varietals, harvested from vineyards nestled on the rolling Tuscan hillsides. Fermented in a combination of traditional wood and modern stainless steel vats, the Balifico 2016 undergoes an extended ageing process in French oak barrels, imparting complex flavours of dark cherry, plum, and subtle spice notes. The winery's commitment to sustainable viticulture ensures the highest quality grapes, resulting in a harmonious balance of elegance and power. With its velvety tannins and lingering finish, Volpaia Balifico 2016 is a testament to the producer's legacy of excellence, offering discerning connoisseurs a memorable sensory experience. |
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Veneto | 1 | 99 (JS) |
In Bond
€700.00 |
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James Suckling (99)This is a huge and impressive wine, but somehow graceful and subtle. It packs an eclectic array of brambleberry compote, violet essence, eucalyptus, oyster shell, pure iodine, vanilla, resin, tar, cassis, plum liqueur and hot stones. You can only stand back in awe as one shade of fruit appears after the next and a barrage of tannin coats your mouth. Yet, this is gentle, agile and flowing. Nevertheless, its main attraction remains its unashamed, monumental power and muscularity. A haunting wine that sends chills down your spine. An epoch-defining wine for Veneto that harks back to the legends of the ‘50s and ‘60s. Perhaps the best Amarone ever made. Impossible to resist now, but better in 2022. |
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Veneto | 1 | 98 (JS) |
In Bond
€683.00 |
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James Suckling (98)An Amarone for the future with terrific richness and tannin power, offering dried fruit, figs, blackberries, bark, mushrooms and hints of wood. Full-bodied and very structured with a powerful finish. It needs a lot of time to come around. Try it after 2024. |
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Veneto | 1 | 97 (DC) |
In Bond
€615.00 |
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Decanter (97)This remarkable Amarone won the very highest acclaim from its original judging panel and then sailed through every subsequent judging stage, to the extent that its appearance in our Best In Show collection was never seriously in doubt. It’s already over five years old, but is still very dark in the glass -- and it’s a wine of remarkable aromatic complexity, too. Amarone-lovers will know just how many allusions these wines are capable of evoking, and it’s not hard to make out mushrooms, forest underbrush, truffle, Havana leaf and even woodland violets as well as the more usual confit cherries and plums in this wine’s aromatic profile. In the mouth, the wine is remarkably concentrated yet elegant, carrying that bundle of allusions effortlessly and seamlessly through the palate. Fine-beaded tannins lend support, and the concentration of fruit is such that any overt acidity is almost an afterthought. |
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Veneto | 1 | 98 (JS) |
In Bond
€536.00 |
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James Suckling (98)This is one of those wines where your nose is in the glass for ages, enjoying the complex array of aromas that range from raspberries to dates, perfumed bark to polished wood, pressed flowers to fresh mushrooms. Full-bodied, dense and focused with fine, well-integrated tannins, plenty of fruit flavor and an endless finish. A joy to drink even now, but this will age gracefully for many a year. |
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Veneto | 1 | - |
In Bond
€303.00 |
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Veneto | 6 | - |
In Bond
€272.00 |
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Lugana | 4 | - |
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€158.00 |
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Veneto | 4 | - |
In Bond
€601.00 |
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Zyme Amarone della Valpolicella 2018, an exquisite wine from the Valpolicella region of Veneto, Italy, is the masterwork of veteran winemaker Celestino Gaspari. Skillfully crafted from a blend of Corvina, Rondinella, and a proportion of diverse grape varieties that Zyme is so famous for, this wine displays unmatched complexity and depth. The grapes are carefully air-dried for 120 days, a traditional method known as Appassimento, before being fermented. Ageing in Slavonian and French oak barrels for 36 months adds a distinct character and structure to this wine. Packed with rich black cherry, dried fig and spice flavours that blend seamlessly with the wine's full-bodied, velvety texture, Zyme Amarone della Valpolicella 2018 is a delightful treat for the senses. Its well-integrated tannins provide a lingering finish that sings of its illustrious lineage. Truly, Zyme Amarone della Valpolicella 2018 epitomises the spirit of Italian winemaking at its finest. |
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Veneto | 1 | 96 (VN) |
In Bond
€1,580.00 |
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Vinous (96)For all of its intensity and depth, the 2009 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico Riserva La Mattonara is remarkably fresh. It mixes medicinal cherry and crushed blackberry with sweet balsam herbs and hints of cocoa. This is opulence personified, impossibly rich and velvety, mixing both savory and sweet while saturating the senses with wild berry preserves contrasted by sour citrus. A wall of tannin grips the palate through the finale; yet throughout, this remains fresh, leaving lavender and clove to linger. The 2009 is a caged beast, as well as a total beauty. |
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Veneto | 3 | 93 (WA) |
In Bond
€355.00 |
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Wine Advocate (93)This is an ambitious blend of Corvina, Corvinone, Rondinella, Croatina, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Syrah, Oseleta, Teroldego, Petit Verdot, Garganega, Trebbiano Toscano, Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc. The Zýmè 2020 Kairós takes an everything-but-the-kitchen-sink approach and ultimately reveals full-bodied results with blackberry preserves and juniper berry. It shows good freshness and integrated tannins. You can't really pin this wine to territory or grape, but it is a confident example of a full-bodied winemaking style from innovative vintner Celestino Gaspari. This is a release of 45,000 bottles. |
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