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  • 2017 Cabernet Sauvignon, Campo Alle Comete Red Wine

    2017 Cabernet Sauvignon, Campo Alle Comete

    £2195

    A silky, smooth and beautifully balanced Cabernet Sauvignon with fruity notes of wild-berried fruit complemented by hints of cherry and spice. Fine and well-integrated tannins are enveloped in a spicy freshness leading to a long, moreish finish.

    The Campo alle Comete winery is located at the foot of the Castagneto Carducci hill in Bolgheri. The oldest vines are planted around the cellar surrounded by the Mediterranean bushland. The proximity of the sea with its constant refreshing breezes plays an important role in the vine’s growth and for the maturation of the fruit, where the fresh breezes impart natural balancing acidity to the sun-ripened fruit.

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  • 2020 Ribolla Gialla, Castello di Buttrio White Wine

    2020 Ribolla Gialla, Castello di Buttrio

    £2250

    Alessandra Felluga produces stunning, modern and authentic wines from old vines on her beautiful estate.

    Ribolla Gialla is an ancient white variety from northern Italy that can be traced back to the 13th century and to the province of the Colli Orientali del Friuli.

    In the glass, this Ribolla Gialla is vibrant and characteristically fresh, offering marked minerality with complementing citrussy notes through to a stylish finish.

    The Castello di Buttrio vineyard is situated on the hillside slopes at 142 metres above sea level, which ensures excellent air circulation to keep the vines healthy. The Ribolla Gialla vines range from 10 to 60 years in age and are planted in soils that are made up of layers of marl and sandstone of Eocene origin, known locally as ‘ponca’ in Friulian, which contains marine fossils originating from the Adriatic Sea. This soil produces textured and concentrated wines which are balanced by cutting acidity, thanks to the soil’s high pH and cool temperature.

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  • 2022 Valpolicella Borgo, Marion Red Wine

    2022 Valpolicella Borgo, Marion

    £2250

    At the head of the Marion family estate, Stefano Campedelli and his wife Nicoletta are known for their wines made from high-quality fruit featuring a well-balanced acidity. A true thirst-quencher, this Valpolicella is easy-to-drink, supple, and fresh, with plenty of accessible fruit and a world away from supermarket Valpolicella. Bravissimo!  One of those reds you could happily drink without food.

     

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  • 2022 Fiano Di Avellino DOCG, Feudi di San Gregorio White Wine

    2022 Fiano Di Avellino DOCG, Feudi di San Gregorio

    £2300

    This marvellous Fiano from  Feudi di San Gregorio is an aromatic beauty with fresh floral notes of chamomile that are layered with peach and candied orange aromas. The soft palate is enveloped with a lovely freshness through to a vibrant spicy and mineral finish.

    The beautiful Feudi di San Gregorio vineyards are spread out over lush and gentle hills in Sorbo Serpico, about an hour from Naples and Mount Vesuvius. The soils are uniquely volcanic, sandstone and marl. Each vineyard is closely monitored with a meteorological station, and the technologies of the new state-of-the-art wine cellar ensure that each vintage comes as close to perfection as possible.

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  • 2022 Greco Di Tufo DOCG, Feudi di San Gregorio White Wine

    2022 Greco Di Tufo DOCG, Feudi di San Gregorio

    £2300

    This wine is made from the wonderful Greco grape that is grown on the famous Tufo (volcanic) soils that are believed to lend the wine its perfume and mineral complexity.  This 2020 vintage has a rich and powerfully aromatic nose reminiscent of apricot, peach and tropical melon that leads to a creamy palate, harmoniously balanced with a refreshing minerality.

    The beautiful Feudi di San Gregorio vineyards are spread out over lush and gentle hills in Sorbo Serpico, approximately an hour from Naples and Mount Vesuvius. The soils are uniquely volcanic, sandstone and marl. Each vineyard is closely monitored with a meteorological station and combined with the technologies of the new state-of-the-art wine cellar; they ensure that each vintage comes as close to perfection as possible. The soil in the vineyard is predominantly chalky Tufo soil, which imparts wonderful elegance to the resulting wine.

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  • 2021 Valpolicella Ripasso, Campo Bastiglia, Ca’Rugate Red Wine

    2021 Valpolicella Ripasso, Campo Bastiglia, Ca’Rugate

    £2395

    Ca’Rugate is one of Veneto’s top wineries producing some of Veneto’s best and most exciting wines and this is one!   In the glass, it is uber concentrated with aromas of red fruit cherries with a hint of spice and floral notes. Full-bodied palate with soft tannins, an elegant silky texture and a velvety finish.

    This wine is named after Campo Bastiglia, where Ca’Rugate’s vineyard is located, nestled in the hills around Montecchia di Crosara. The fruit is sourced from a selection of the best grapes.  Vinified from a combination of dried and undried grapes. The undried grapes were destemmed and fermented immediately after the harvest. The dried grapes were allowed to dry gently in well-ventilated rooms for approximately four to five months, concentrating the flavours, sweetness and colour. The dried grapes were added later; they were fermented in stainless steel for one week, prior to being pressed. The wine was then transferred to small barrels to finish fermentation. It was then matured in wood for eight to 10 months.

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  • 2021 Falanghina del Sannio ‘Serrocielo’, Feudi di San Gregorio White Wine

    2021 Falanghina del Sannio ‘Serrocielo’, Feudi di San Gregorio

    £2400

    Serrocielo is a true expression of Falanghina delivering delicate floral notes with exotic, zesty fruit aromas. Vibrant fruit flavours on the palate lead to a soft texture and a lovely minerality on the persistent finish.

    The grapes were selected from the finest vineyards for this exclusive ‘Selezione’ collection. The beautiful Feudi di San Gregorio vineyards are spread out over lush and gentle hills in Sorbo Serpico, about an hour from Naples and Mount Vesuvius. The soils are uniquely volcanic, sandstone and marl. Each vineyard is closely monitored with a meteorological station, and the technologies of the new state-of-the-art wine cellar ensure that each vintage comes as close to perfection as possible.

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  • 2022 Valpolicella Superiore DOC ‘Campo Lavei’, Ca’Rugate Red Wine

    2022 Valpolicella Superiore DOC ‘Campo Lavei’, Ca’Rugate

    £2450

    This 2019 Vapolicella Superiore an utterly delicious red wine blended from the holy trinity of Corvina (45%), Corvinone (40%) and Rondinella (15%) grapes.  It opens in the glass with intense aromas of black fruit and cherries, combined with a hint of spice from the wood. The palate is mellow, balanced and rounded, complete with elegant tannins and a smooth finish.

    Valpolicella DOC is located on the gentle slopes of the Montecchia di Crosara and Cazzano di Tramigna valleys. Ca Rugate’s vineyards are situated in the district of Montecchia di Crosara, at an altitude of 450 metres above sea level. The six hectare Campo Lavei vineyard is situated on the hillside, where the vines are grown in limestone and pebble soils.

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  • 2021 Chianti Classico, Tenuta di Bibbiano Red Wine

    2021 Chianti Classico, Tenuta di Bibbiano

    £2450

    Bibbiano is one of the oldest estates in the Chianti Classico belonging to the same family. Since 1865, the entrepreneurial spirit and tradition has been handed down from father to son. Their philosophy is based on responsibility and consistency; `Responsibility for what we do for the earth, for the area and for the unique wines; consistency in following one`s vocation, respecting the nature of the territory and family traditions.

    This energetic Chianti Classico jumps from the glass with candied mixed berries, fresh flowers, dusty earth, and fresh, sandy herbs. Medium-bodied and juicy on the palate, it has refreshing acidity, fine tannins, and a snappy finish with a hint of white pepper spice.

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  • 2018 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano Riserva, Carpineto Red Wine

    2018 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano Riserva, Carpineto

    £2475

    Carpineto makes some of Tuscany’s most reliably good wines and this is amply demonstrated in this distinguished Montepulciano.  An extraordinarily elegant, ethereal wine delivering red fruits with hints of violet and oak spice. Beautifully balanced with an elegantly textured, velvety palate and a lovely, long finish.

    The estate covers 84.5 hectares of dry-farmed vineyards among the rolling hills of the Vino Nobile region of Tuscany. The vineyards are planted with a minimum of 70% Sangiovese (known locally as Prugnolo Gentile), Canaiolo and international grape varietals. These vineyards are trained according to modern trellising methods with clones and rootstocks varying according to soil type. Planting densities here often exceed 8,500 plants per hectare, yielding wines of great concentration and finesse.

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  • 2016 Refosco, Specogna Red Wine

    2016 Refosco, Specogna

    £2495

    This wine has a deep ruby red colour with violet highlights. The Refosco is characterised by intense notes of red berry fruit, cherries and spice box perfumes. With typically pleasant acidity and good tannins, the wine has a lovely structure and body.

    The family now has 16 hectares of vineyard on the hill of Rocca Bernarda in the heart of the Colli Orientali DOC zone. The vineyards are beautifully tended by Graziano Specogna, and the quality of the fruit he brings to the winery is impeccable. As a result, he is keen to get as much flavour as possible from the grapes. Grapes for the Refosco are grown at 170 metres above sea level on the Eastern Friuli hills. The soil is loam and planting density is up to 3,500 plants per hectare. The vineyards were planted in 1968 and vines are Guyot trained.

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  • NV ‘Collezione Cinquanta’, San Marzano Red Wine

    NV ‘Collezione Cinquanta’, San Marzano

    £2595

    A generous blend of equal parts Negroamaro & Primitivo, the powerhouse grapes of Puglia.  This beauty is a fleshy wine with dark berried fruit layered with chocolate and hints of spice. Smooth with great purity of fruit through to a long sustained finish. Quite delicious.

    The vineyard is located in Salento, Puglia, where the vines are grown at an altitude of approximately 100 metres above sea level. The temperatures are relatively high over the summer, which encourages the berries to ripen evenly. The soil is predominantly clay with some rocks, which help drainage. The vines are old, gnarly bush vines that are over 50 years old and are planted at a density of 4,500 vines per hectare. The Primitivo is grown in the highly reputed area of Manduria, locally regarded as the best in Puglia. The harvest takes place in September when the grapes are slightly overripe.

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  • 2022 Etna Rosso, Pietradolce Red Wine

    2022 Etna Rosso, Pietradolce

    £2600

    Pietradolce’s single-vineyard bottlings are among Etna’s most highly regarded. Pietradolce is all about the terroir and this 2019 Etna Rosso is made from 100% Nero Mascalese grapes grown at 800m on the northern slopes of Mount Etna.  The vineyard has rich volcanic soils and an intense day/night temperature swing which helps to provide their wines with extraordinary richness, texture, aroma and depth.

    In the glass, this wine opens with fragrant aromas of cherry, raspberry, herbs, chocolate and spice are joined by a subtle saline tang. It’s a similar theme in the mouth, with herbs and spice dancing around the core of vibrant, juicy raspberry and cherry fruits. Creamy softness emerges on the mid-palate, as well as some tannic grip, leading to a long, fresh, slightly saline finish that leaves you wanting another sip.

    A perfect introduction to the beautiful wines of Sicily.

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  • 2017 ‘Lu Veru Piaciri’,  Al-Cantara Red Wine

    2017 ‘Lu Veru Piaciri’, Al-Cantara

    £2600

    An approachable, fresh and fruity wine with red fruit aromas accompanied by delicate notes of cinnamon and wild herbs.

    Nerello Mascalese nair-rello mask-ah-lay-zay is a light-bodied red wine that primarily grows on the slopes of Mount Etna in Sicily. It produces fine light to medium-bodied red wines reminiscent of Pinot Noir.

    Lu Veru Piaciri grapes are grown in a vineyard is situated at an elevation of approximately 620 metres above sea level, where warm days and cool nights encourage a long ripening period concentrating the flavours in the grapes while retaining balancing acidity. The vines are grown in volcanic soils, which are rich in minerals and fossils. The soil is permeable to air and water and is rich in pumice stone and microelements, which allow the plants to produce a complex aromatic profile. The espalier-trained vines are spur pruned. The 10 year old vineyard is cultivated following the principles of organic and biodynamic cultivation and is in conversion to organic status.

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  • 2019 Refosco dal Peduncolo, Castello di Buttrio Red Wine

    2019 Refosco dal Peduncolo, Castello di Buttrio

    £2600

    Alessandra Felluga produces stunning, modern and authentic wines from old vines on her beautiful estate.  This juicy and spicy wine is made from Refosco vines that are the ‘dal Pundo Rosso’ variety, which takes its name from its distinctive purple-red peduncle (the stem that attaches the cluster to the vine)

    In the glass this is a richly fruited wine with succulent layers of spice and earthiness. Vibrant and characterful, with minerality and well-honed tannins that bring freshness.

    The estate vineyard is situated on the hillside slopes at 142 metres above sea level, which ensures excellent air circulation to keep the vines healthy. The Guyot trained  The vines range from 10 to 20 years in age. The soils are made up of layers of marl and sandstone of Eocene origin, known locally as ‘ponca’ in Friulian, which contains marine fossils originating from the Adriatic Sea. This soil produces textured and concentrated wines which are balanced by cutting acidity, thanks to the soil’s high pH and cool temperature.

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