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 | 1 | 95 (WA) |
Inc. TAX
€627.29 |
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Wine Advocate (95)In this vintage, the Rabajà was served last in a series of nine Riservas; that's because it shows the most structure and power over a very defined and sharp mouthfeel. The Produttori del Barbaresco 2020 Barbaresco Riserva Rabajà is streamlined and tight and a wine of enormous energy. The fruit is crunchy and tight with cassis and blackberry. A pretty mineral note defines Rabajà, giving it a chalky or powdery sensations on the close. |
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Sicily | 2 | - |
Inc. TAX
€161.28 |
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Piedmont | 2 | 97 (WA) |
Inc. TAX
€581.69 |
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Wine Advocate (97)The Conterno Fantino 2021 Barolo Ginestra Vigna Sorì Ginestra shows a balanced display of dark fruit, crushed rose, rust and black licorice. This wine offers a special layer of complexity, when compared to the others in this portfolio, that is underlined by rich texture. It shows generous volume and depth, all backed by firm but chalky tannins. Fruit maturity is taken to impressive heights while maintaining the wine's inner energy. |
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Piedmont | 3 | 93 (VN) |
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€211.12 |
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Vinous (93)The 2018 Barolo Ginestra Vigna Sorì Ginestra is a dark, brooding wine. There is plenty of the balsamic character that is typical of Ginestra. Broad tannins wrap around the wine's natural breadth, but are nicely integrated. Black cherry, gravel, spice, menthol and licorice all build over time, filling out the layers effortlessly. Readers will find a dark, brooding Barolo of real substance and power, with the context of the year. |
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Piedmont | 3 | 94 (VN) |
Inc. TAX
€200.32 |
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Vinous (94)The 2017 Barolo Ginestra Vigna Sorì Ginestra is another gorgeous, expressive wine in this range. Broad and ample, the 2017 captures all of the personality of this site. Dark-fleshed fruit, spice, menthol, licorice, espresso, dried flowers and pine infuse the 2017 with myriad layers of dimension. There is plenty of Ginestra energy and tannin, so a few years of cellaring is a must. |
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Piedmont | 4 | 97 (JS) |
Inc. TAX
€195.52 |
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James Suckling (97)Generous oak spices are in great harmony with the rich fruits and agile structure of this classic, memorable Barolo. Enticing cedar, cinnamon, iodine and sour cherry aromas meld with warm red cherries, cranberries and chalky mineral notes on an appropriately tannic texture. Best from 2030. |
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Piedmont | 1 | 90 (VN) |
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€403.68 |
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Vinous (90)Cascina Fontana's 2010 Barolo is not for the timid. Huge swaths of tannin provide the backbone for a super-classic wine that shows the more austere side of Barolo, and I mean that in the best sense of the word. Sweet red cherries, mint, orange peel and white pepper are some of the notes that inform this intense, pulsating wine. The slightly oxidative style is decidedly old school, yet it all works nicely. There is no shortage of intrigue here. It would be great to see a little more finesse, however. |
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Piedmont | 1 | 96 (VN) |
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€106.44 |
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Vinous (96)The 2019 Barolo Baudana is absolutely captivating. Effusive and bright in the glass, with tons of freshness and remarkable fruit purity, the Baudana offers up generous dark red fruit, spice, leather, kirsch, hard candy, cedar, tobacco and underbrush. There's terrific depth here and exceptional balance, too. Rose petal, white pepper and chalk lift the high-toned, intensely saline finish. |
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Umbria | 1 | - |
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€448.74 |
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Discover the exquisite Tili Sacreterre 1997, a masterpiece from the renowned Sacreterre Estate in the heart of Bordeaux. Crafted with meticulous care, this vintage showcases a harmonious blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot grapes, hand-harvested from the estate’s premier vineyards. Fermented in French oak barrels for 18 months, the wine attains a profound complexity and velvety texture. The Sacreterre family, celebrated for their commitment to sustainable viticulture, employs traditional winemaking techniques that honour the terroir's unique characteristics. On the palate, Tili Sacreterre 1997 reveals rich layers of dark cherry, plum, and subtle spice, seamlessly integrated with mature tannins and a lingering finish. This exceptional vintage not only exemplifies the elegance and depth synonymous with Sacreterre wines but also offers a remarkable ageing potential. Perfect for connoisseurs seeking a distinguished bottle, Tili Sacreterre 1997 embodies the pinnacle of fine Bordeaux craftsmanship. |
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Piedmont | 1 | - |
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€417.46 |
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Meticulously crafted in the renowned region of Piedmont, Italy, the Piero Busso Barbaresco Gallina 2019 upholds the legacy of its highly esteemed maker, Piero Busso. Sensitively farmed, the Nebbiolo grapes drawing the essence of the narrowly planted vineyards of Gallina, are prudently aged in wooden barrels to achieve wonderfully profound and nuanced tastes. This commingle of tradition and modern winemaking techniques coalesces to give forth a wine with an intense garnet red colour. It boasts an exquisite bouquet of ripe berries and plum, underscored by hints of truffles and licorice. On the palette, it is robust, with velvety tannins and striking freshness. Focused flavours of red and black fruits, delineated with the varietal’s characteristic earthy undertones make Piero Busso Barbaresco Gallina 2019 a beautifully structured and balanced wine. Indulge in the rich topicality of this wine that reflects the quintessence of its terroir and the uncompromising dedication of its maker. |
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Piedmont | 1 | 95 (WA) |
In Bond
€499.00 |
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Wine Advocate (95)In this vintage, the Rabajà was served last in a series of nine Riservas; that's because it shows the most structure and power over a very defined and sharp mouthfeel. The Produttori del Barbaresco 2020 Barbaresco Riserva Rabajà is streamlined and tight and a wine of enormous energy. The fruit is crunchy and tight with cassis and blackberry. A pretty mineral note defines Rabajà, giving it a chalky or powdery sensations on the close. |
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Sicily | 2 | - |
In Bond
€113.00 |
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Piedmont | 2 | 97 (WA) |
In Bond
€461.00 |
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Wine Advocate (97)The Conterno Fantino 2021 Barolo Ginestra Vigna Sorì Ginestra shows a balanced display of dark fruit, crushed rose, rust and black licorice. This wine offers a special layer of complexity, when compared to the others in this portfolio, that is underlined by rich texture. It shows generous volume and depth, all backed by firm but chalky tannins. Fruit maturity is taken to impressive heights while maintaining the wine's inner energy. |
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Piedmont | 3 | 93 (VN) |
In Bond
€168.00 |
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Vinous (93)The 2018 Barolo Ginestra Vigna Sorì Ginestra is a dark, brooding wine. There is plenty of the balsamic character that is typical of Ginestra. Broad tannins wrap around the wine's natural breadth, but are nicely integrated. Black cherry, gravel, spice, menthol and licorice all build over time, filling out the layers effortlessly. Readers will find a dark, brooding Barolo of real substance and power, with the context of the year. |
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Piedmont | 3 | 94 (VN) |
In Bond
€159.00 |
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Vinous (94)The 2017 Barolo Ginestra Vigna Sorì Ginestra is another gorgeous, expressive wine in this range. Broad and ample, the 2017 captures all of the personality of this site. Dark-fleshed fruit, spice, menthol, licorice, espresso, dried flowers and pine infuse the 2017 with myriad layers of dimension. There is plenty of Ginestra energy and tannin, so a few years of cellaring is a must. |
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Piedmont | 4 | 97 (JS) |
In Bond
€155.00 |
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James Suckling (97)Generous oak spices are in great harmony with the rich fruits and agile structure of this classic, memorable Barolo. Enticing cedar, cinnamon, iodine and sour cherry aromas meld with warm red cherries, cranberries and chalky mineral notes on an appropriately tannic texture. Best from 2030. |
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Piedmont | 1 | 90 (VN) |
In Bond
€315.00 |
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Vinous (90)Cascina Fontana's 2010 Barolo is not for the timid. Huge swaths of tannin provide the backbone for a super-classic wine that shows the more austere side of Barolo, and I mean that in the best sense of the word. Sweet red cherries, mint, orange peel and white pepper are some of the notes that inform this intense, pulsating wine. The slightly oxidative style is decidedly old school, yet it all works nicely. There is no shortage of intrigue here. It would be great to see a little more finesse, however. |
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Piedmont | 1 | 96 (VN) |
In Bond
€85.00 |
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Vinous (96)The 2019 Barolo Baudana is absolutely captivating. Effusive and bright in the glass, with tons of freshness and remarkable fruit purity, the Baudana offers up generous dark red fruit, spice, leather, kirsch, hard candy, cedar, tobacco and underbrush. There's terrific depth here and exceptional balance, too. Rose petal, white pepper and chalk lift the high-toned, intensely saline finish. |
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Umbria | 1 | - |
In Bond
€370.00 |
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Discover the exquisite Tili Sacreterre 1997, a masterpiece from the renowned Sacreterre Estate in the heart of Bordeaux. Crafted with meticulous care, this vintage showcases a harmonious blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot grapes, hand-harvested from the estate’s premier vineyards. Fermented in French oak barrels for 18 months, the wine attains a profound complexity and velvety texture. The Sacreterre family, celebrated for their commitment to sustainable viticulture, employs traditional winemaking techniques that honour the terroir's unique characteristics. On the palate, Tili Sacreterre 1997 reveals rich layers of dark cherry, plum, and subtle spice, seamlessly integrated with mature tannins and a lingering finish. This exceptional vintage not only exemplifies the elegance and depth synonymous with Sacreterre wines but also offers a remarkable ageing potential. Perfect for connoisseurs seeking a distinguished bottle, Tili Sacreterre 1997 embodies the pinnacle of fine Bordeaux craftsmanship. |
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Piedmont | 1 | - |
In Bond
€336.00 |
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Meticulously crafted in the renowned region of Piedmont, Italy, the Piero Busso Barbaresco Gallina 2019 upholds the legacy of its highly esteemed maker, Piero Busso. Sensitively farmed, the Nebbiolo grapes drawing the essence of the narrowly planted vineyards of Gallina, are prudently aged in wooden barrels to achieve wonderfully profound and nuanced tastes. This commingle of tradition and modern winemaking techniques coalesces to give forth a wine with an intense garnet red colour. It boasts an exquisite bouquet of ripe berries and plum, underscored by hints of truffles and licorice. On the palette, it is robust, with velvety tannins and striking freshness. Focused flavours of red and black fruits, delineated with the varietal’s characteristic earthy undertones make Piero Busso Barbaresco Gallina 2019 a beautifully structured and balanced wine. Indulge in the rich topicality of this wine that reflects the quintessence of its terroir and the uncompromising dedication of its maker. |
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