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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Piedmont | 3 | 93 (VN) |
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€151.32 |
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Vinous (93)Conterno's 2017 Barbera d'Alba Francia is super-expressive and explosive, with soaring perfume and deep, plush fruit. Lavender, mint, spice and a core of inky, plush fruit all develop in the glass. In tasting, the Francia has a vertical lift to it that is compelling. The 2017 has tremendous aromatic and structural intensity that will start to blossom in another few years' time. |
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Piedmont | 2 | 94 (VN) |
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€122.35 |
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Vinous (94)The 2012 Barbera d'Alba Cascina Francia stands out for its exceptional finesse and delicacy. Sweet rose petals, mint, cinnamon and red berries are all laced together in a soft, polished Barbera long on class and finesse. Perfumed notes continues to open up in the glass, while brighter, more saline-inflected notes give the wine its sense of energy and tension. This is a magnificent showing. Ideally, readers will be able to give the 2012 at least another year or two in bottle. |
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Tuscany | 20 | - |
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€566.14 |
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Tuscany | 5 | 95 (VN) |
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€185.95 |
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Vinous (95)The 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon Collezione De Marchi tasted from magnum, is glorious. Dark cherry, blackberries, melted road tar and licorice are some of the many notes that wrap around the palate in a dark, brooding wine endowed with tons of structure. At the time, 1997 was considered a very warm vintage, and it was, but those conditions are pretty much the norm these days. From magnum, the 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon remains a baby. To be sure, the style is ripe and flashy, but it all works. What a wine! |
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Tuscany | 4 | 96 (VN) |
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€153.55 |
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Vinous (96)The 2013 Cabernet Sauvignon Collezione Privata is superb. A delicate, nuanced wine in this vintage, the Cabernet Sauvignon speaks in hushed tones. Silky tannins and highly expressive aromatics add to an impression of total finesse. In many vintages, the Cabernet can be quite big, but not in 2013. This is a brilliant showing from Isole and proprietor Paolo De Marchi. |
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Piedmont | 8 | 94 (WA) |
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€317.59 |
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Wine Advocate (94)A sweet, floral bouquet leads to expressive layers of fruit in the 2009 Barbaresco Vigneto Gallina. There is an immediacy to the Gallina that is quite appealing. White truffles, red berries and spices emerge over time, adding further complexity. I am surprised by how well the 2009 is showing today, even if it starts to shut down a bit in the glass. The tannins are firm, yet there is more than enough fruit to fill out the wine’s frame. This is one of the better young Gallinas I remember tasting. A rich, textured finish rounds things out in style. There is a lot to like and love in the Gallina. Anticipated maturity: 2014-2024. |
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Piedmont | 1 | 94 (WA) |
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€635.64 |
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Wine Advocate (94)The Giuseppe Mascarello 2012 Barolo Riserva Monprivato Cà d'Morissio is only made in the best vintages. We did not see the wine in 2009 and 2011, but we did see it in 2010 and 2013. I have some reservations regarding this expression from the hot 2012 vintage. I tasted the wine at two separate moments, and although my first impression was one of enthusiasm, I was disappointed to see that it did not hold very long once the bottle was opened. This is a delicate and fragile wine that starts with wild berry and tobacco but ultimately reveals sun-drenched fruit, scorched earth and dried cherry skin. The quality of the fruit is very ripe, open and probably prone to some oncoming oxidation due to the hot and dry growing conditions. My suggestion is to catch this iconic wine on the near side instead of the far side. |
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Tuscany | 1 | 93 (DC) |
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€138.53 |
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Decanter (93)Ripe nose of peach and apricot with tropical pineapple and some orchard yellow apple and quince. Rich and multi-layered with very good ripeness on the palate allied to fresh acidity and some intriguing herbal characters. |
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Tuscany | 5 | 90 (VN) |
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€287.74 |
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Vinous (90)The 2018 Altrovino melds together the juiciness of Merlot and the aromatic lift of Cabernet Franc. Drink this bold, racy Maremma red over the next few years, while the flavors remain bright. Hints of dark cherry, mocha and sweet herbs linger nicely. |
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Piedmont | 2 | - |
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€275.92 |
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Lombardia | 1 | - |
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€1,076.09 |
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The Bellavista Vittorio Moretti 2016 is a distinguished exemplar of fine Italian winemaking, hailing from the renowned Veneto region. Crafted using meticulously selected Corvina, Rondinella, and Molinara grapes from esteemed vineyards, this vintage embodies elegance and complexity. Under the expert stewardship of the Moretti family, whose legacy in viticulture spans generations, the wine undergoes a careful fermentation process in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks, followed by ageing in French oak barrels for 18 months to impart subtle nuances of vanilla and spice. The result is a medium-bodied red with rich cherry and plum aromas, complemented by velvety tannins and a persistent, balanced finish. Bellavista Vittorio Moretti 2016 showcases the harmonious interplay between tradition and modernity, offering connoisseurs a sublime expression of Veneto’s terroir. Perfect for pairing with aged cheeses and hearty Italian dishes, this vintage is a testament to exceptional craftsmanship and enduring quality. |
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Piedmont | 2 | 97 (VN (AG)) |
Inc. TAX
€503.99 |
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Vinous - Antonio Galloni (97)The 2021 Barolo Marenca marries Serralunga power with a deep, resonant core of fruit. Ripe red cherry, blood orange, mint, cedar and pipe tobacco infuse the mid-palate with striking textural resonance. The Marenca is a rich, heady wine, but it is not overdone in any way. Fabulous. |
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Campania | 1 | 92+ (VN) |
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€293.82 |
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Vinous (92+)Dark ruby-red. Vibrant but reticent aromas of dark berries, cedar, cola, mint, sweet spices and underbrush. Concentrated and fine-grained, with harmonious acidity providing lift to the oak-influenced flavors of dark berries, licorice and herbs. This Montevetrano offers early appeal but also has the capacity for a leisurely evolution in bottle. |
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Tuscany | 3 | 91 (WA) |
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€341.59 |
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Wine Advocate (91)The 2005 Brunello di Montalcino Vigneto Manachiara emerges from the glass with a soft, expansive core of fruit, caressing the palate with dark red fruit, sweet spices and flowers. The wine’s inner perfume becomes more expressive with air, yet this too looks to be a Brunello best suited to mid-term drinking. In 2005 the Manachiara isn’t quite the powerhouse it is in most vintages, but it compensates for that with its beautiful sense of harmony. Anticipated maturity: 2010-2017. |
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Piedmont | 3 | 93 (VN) |
In Bond
€122.00 |
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Vinous (93)Conterno's 2017 Barbera d'Alba Francia is super-expressive and explosive, with soaring perfume and deep, plush fruit. Lavender, mint, spice and a core of inky, plush fruit all develop in the glass. In tasting, the Francia has a vertical lift to it that is compelling. The 2017 has tremendous aromatic and structural intensity that will start to blossom in another few years' time. |
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Piedmont | 2 | 94 (VN) |
In Bond
€98.00 |
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Vinous (94)The 2012 Barbera d'Alba Cascina Francia stands out for its exceptional finesse and delicacy. Sweet rose petals, mint, cinnamon and red berries are all laced together in a soft, polished Barbera long on class and finesse. Perfumed notes continues to open up in the glass, while brighter, more saline-inflected notes give the wine its sense of energy and tension. This is a magnificent showing. Ideally, readers will be able to give the 2012 at least another year or two in bottle. |
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Tuscany | 20 | - |
In Bond
€448.00 |
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Tuscany | 5 | 95 (VN) |
In Bond
€151.00 |
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Vinous (95)The 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon Collezione De Marchi tasted from magnum, is glorious. Dark cherry, blackberries, melted road tar and licorice are some of the many notes that wrap around the palate in a dark, brooding wine endowed with tons of structure. At the time, 1997 was considered a very warm vintage, and it was, but those conditions are pretty much the norm these days. From magnum, the 1997 Cabernet Sauvignon remains a baby. To be sure, the style is ripe and flashy, but it all works. What a wine! |
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Tuscany | 4 | 96 (VN) |
In Bond
€124.00 |
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Vinous (96)The 2013 Cabernet Sauvignon Collezione Privata is superb. A delicate, nuanced wine in this vintage, the Cabernet Sauvignon speaks in hushed tones. Silky tannins and highly expressive aromatics add to an impression of total finesse. In many vintages, the Cabernet can be quite big, but not in 2013. This is a brilliant showing from Isole and proprietor Paolo De Marchi. |
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Piedmont | 8 | 94 (WA) |
In Bond
€257.00 |
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Wine Advocate (94)A sweet, floral bouquet leads to expressive layers of fruit in the 2009 Barbaresco Vigneto Gallina. There is an immediacy to the Gallina that is quite appealing. White truffles, red berries and spices emerge over time, adding further complexity. I am surprised by how well the 2009 is showing today, even if it starts to shut down a bit in the glass. The tannins are firm, yet there is more than enough fruit to fill out the wine’s frame. This is one of the better young Gallinas I remember tasting. A rich, textured finish rounds things out in style. There is a lot to like and love in the Gallina. Anticipated maturity: 2014-2024. |
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Piedmont | 1 | 94 (WA) |
In Bond
€526.00 |
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Wine Advocate (94)The Giuseppe Mascarello 2012 Barolo Riserva Monprivato Cà d'Morissio is only made in the best vintages. We did not see the wine in 2009 and 2011, but we did see it in 2010 and 2013. I have some reservations regarding this expression from the hot 2012 vintage. I tasted the wine at two separate moments, and although my first impression was one of enthusiasm, I was disappointed to see that it did not hold very long once the bottle was opened. This is a delicate and fragile wine that starts with wild berry and tobacco but ultimately reveals sun-drenched fruit, scorched earth and dried cherry skin. The quality of the fruit is very ripe, open and probably prone to some oncoming oxidation due to the hot and dry growing conditions. My suggestion is to catch this iconic wine on the near side instead of the far side. |
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Tuscany | 1 | 93 (DC) |
In Bond
€112.00 |
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Decanter (93)Ripe nose of peach and apricot with tropical pineapple and some orchard yellow apple and quince. Rich and multi-layered with very good ripeness on the palate allied to fresh acidity and some intriguing herbal characters. |
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Tuscany | 5 | 90 (VN) |
In Bond
€216.00 |
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Vinous (90)The 2018 Altrovino melds together the juiciness of Merlot and the aromatic lift of Cabernet Franc. Drink this bold, racy Maremma red over the next few years, while the flavors remain bright. Hints of dark cherry, mocha and sweet herbs linger nicely. |
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Piedmont | 2 | - |
In Bond
€222.00 |
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Lombardia | 1 | - |
In Bond
€873.00 |
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The Bellavista Vittorio Moretti 2016 is a distinguished exemplar of fine Italian winemaking, hailing from the renowned Veneto region. Crafted using meticulously selected Corvina, Rondinella, and Molinara grapes from esteemed vineyards, this vintage embodies elegance and complexity. Under the expert stewardship of the Moretti family, whose legacy in viticulture spans generations, the wine undergoes a careful fermentation process in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks, followed by ageing in French oak barrels for 18 months to impart subtle nuances of vanilla and spice. The result is a medium-bodied red with rich cherry and plum aromas, complemented by velvety tannins and a persistent, balanced finish. Bellavista Vittorio Moretti 2016 showcases the harmonious interplay between tradition and modernity, offering connoisseurs a sublime expression of Veneto’s terroir. Perfect for pairing with aged cheeses and hearty Italian dishes, this vintage is a testament to exceptional craftsmanship and enduring quality. |
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Piedmont | 2 | 97 (VN (AG)) |
In Bond
€397.00 |
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Vinous - Antonio Galloni (97)The 2021 Barolo Marenca marries Serralunga power with a deep, resonant core of fruit. Ripe red cherry, blood orange, mint, cedar and pipe tobacco infuse the mid-palate with striking textural resonance. The Marenca is a rich, heady wine, but it is not overdone in any way. Fabulous. |
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Campania | 1 | 92+ (VN) |
In Bond
€229.00 |
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Vinous (92+)Dark ruby-red. Vibrant but reticent aromas of dark berries, cedar, cola, mint, sweet spices and underbrush. Concentrated and fine-grained, with harmonious acidity providing lift to the oak-influenced flavors of dark berries, licorice and herbs. This Montevetrano offers early appeal but also has the capacity for a leisurely evolution in bottle. |
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Tuscany | 3 | 91 (WA) |
In Bond
€277.00 |
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Wine Advocate (91)The 2005 Brunello di Montalcino Vigneto Manachiara emerges from the glass with a soft, expansive core of fruit, caressing the palate with dark red fruit, sweet spices and flowers. The wine’s inner perfume becomes more expressive with air, yet this too looks to be a Brunello best suited to mid-term drinking. In 2005 the Manachiara isn’t quite the powerhouse it is in most vintages, but it compensates for that with its beautiful sense of harmony. Anticipated maturity: 2010-2017. |
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