Italy

"Ah, Italy - what a beautiful, hedonistic, disorganised, frustrating country! Italy can provide wine lovers with so many distinctive, unique flavours and styles, bottles full of Italian verve and creativity. It also sluices forth rivers of disgracefully thin, characterless stuff to be sold under its most commercially useful names: Pinot Grigio, Soave, Valpolicella, Lambrusco, Frascati and the like.

Although the key to understanding Italy is to understand that it is a group of regions rather than a single homogeneous country, from the heady, often sweet, ferments of the deep south to the delicate sub-alpine essences of the north, it is possible to generalise about Italian wine styles to a certain extent. Reds have a certain bitterness that is by no means unpleasant. In fact it is so addictive that I find Italy is the one country I come home from positively determined to continue to drink its wines (rather than, as usual, desperate for a complete change). Italian white wines, once distinguished by their lack of aroma and lack of obvious fruitiness (very un-modern), are now generally very well made, offering an attractive combination of fruit and refreshment." - Jancis Robinson

 

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  • Zaccagnini Ikebana Novello IGT 2023

    Zaccagnini Ikebana Novello IGT 2023

    Region: Italy - Other
    Farming Vegan-friendly Sustainably-made

    AN ITALIAN ANSWER TO BEAUJOLAIS NOUVEAU! LIGHT AND FRUITY RED

      "Deep red with violet hues. The bouquet is distinguished by fruity notes of cherry, blackberry and blueberry, hints of ripe banana and cloves. Dynamic and crisp, fresh and pleasant, almost silky mouthfeel. Made from indigenous black grapes from...

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  • Zaccagnini Bianco Trebbiano 2022

    Zaccagnini Bianco Trebbiano 2022

    Region: Italy - Other
    Farming Vegan-friendly Sustainably-made

    TREBBIANO AT ITS BEST

      "Expect delicate flavours of ripe melon and bright citrus. Perfectly ready for drinking now. Azienda Agricola Ciccio Zaccagnini was founded in 1978 under the name Fattoria Zaccagnini in the village of Bolognano. Back then, only one thousand...

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  • Pieropan Soave 2022

    Pieropan Soave 2022

    Region: Italy - Other
    Farming Vegan-friendly Organic Sustainably-made

    OUTSTANDING SOAVE FROM ICONIC PRODUCER

      "Brilliant pale lemon colour. The nose is delicate, with reminiscent aromas of almond blossoms and marzipan. Good fruit concentration on the palate, nicely balanced by a zesty acidity that enhances its long finish." - Winemaker   "Brothers...

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  • Furlan Prosecco Millesimato 2022

    Furlan Prosecco Millesimato 2022

    Region: Italy - Other

    WHEN IT'S PROSECCO YOU NEED, YOU'LL LOVE FURLAN. EXTRA-DRY, EXCELLENT, HIGH QUALITY

        "Alberto, Amadeo, Moreno and Monia are at the core of the Furlan operation. Their estate vineyards are located in Conegliano, Piave DOC and Treviso DOC, mostly an area of rolling hills not too far from the Adriatic Sea. Furlan wines...

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  • Zaccagnini Montepulciano D'Abruzzo 2021

    Zaccagnini Montepulciano D'Abruzzo 2021

    Region: Italy - Other
    Farming Vegan-friendly Sustainably-made

    EVERYONE'S FAVOURITE MONTEPULCIANO IS FRESH AND FLAVOURSOME - A GREAT MATCH FOR TOMATO-BASED PASTA AND PIZZA

      "This dry, red wine made from the Montepulciano wine grape in the Abruzzo region of east-central Italy is noted for its deep reddish-purple hues and subtle nose with clear aromas of coffee and dark chocolate. It is a wine of medium-body, with...

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    Current stock: 15

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  • Elena Walch Pinot Nero 2021

    Elena Walch Pinot Nero 2021

    Region: Italy - Other

    PIONEERING WINEMAKING IN THE ITALIAN ALTO ADIGO REGION, ELENA WALCH MAKES A HIGHLY INTRIGUING AND ULTIMATELY DELICIOUS TAKE ON PINOT NOIR

      "Our Pinot Nero Elena Walch shines in clear, fresh ruby red. A fruity play of aromas of red berries, cherries and raspberries as well as spicy notes with some white pepper characterizes the bouquet. In the mouth, the wine convinces with juicy...

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    Current stock: 14

    $48.00
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  • Fiegl Villa Dugo Pinot Grigio 2022

    Fiegl Villa Dugo Pinot Grigio 2022

    Region: Italy - Other

    DRY AND REFRESHING PINOT GRIGIO - TRUE TO FORM!

      "From the Friuli Isonzo DOC region, near the Italian border with Slovenia and the Adriatic Sea, known for producing exquisite, consistent, and structured white wines. This Pinot Grigio stays true to the region's essence. It is dry and...

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  • G.D. Vajra Langhe Rosso 2022

    G.D. Vajra Langhe Rosso 2022

    Region: Italy - Other

    MADE FROM SIX VARIETIES, INCLUDING NEBBIOLO, BARBERA AND DOLCETTO, THIS IS A JUICY, SOFT AND THROUGHLY ENJOYABLE RED WINE BY THE BAROLO MASTER

      "G.D. Vajra Langhe Rosso is a hug from Piedmont. It’s an invitation to explore its different varieties and to get to know its personality. From young vineyards, it is a fruity, delicately complex wine – an ideal companion at the table...

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    Current stock: 16

    $33.00
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  • Sardus Pater Foras Cannonau Di Sardegna DOC 2021

    Sardus Pater Foras Cannonau Di Sardegna DOC 2021

    Region: Italy - Other

    TRY A RICH, WARM & INTENSE ITALIAN GRENACHE!

      "An elegant and layered Grenache with complex, blueberry and ripe-blackberry aromas. Warm, soft, tannins of rare intensity on the palate." - Wine House "Sardus Pater Winery is on Sant’Antioco Island, in the South Western part of Sardinia...

    Current stock: 9

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  • Fondo Antico Nene Nero d'Avola Sicilia DOC 2021

    Fondo Antico Nene Nero d'Avola Sicilia DOC 2021

    Region: Italy - Other

    DELICATELY ROBUST RED FRUITS AND FLORALS

      "Clear ruby red with subtle brightening on the rim and a purple sheen. Red currant and cherry, a touch of lavender and smoky hints. On the palate, fruit driven, fresh and uncomplicated with vibrant acidity, ripe tannin and a subtly salty finish."...

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    Current stock: 17

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  • Pico Maccario Gavi di Gavi DOCG 2021

    Pico Maccario Gavi di Gavi DOCG 2021

    Region: Italy - Other

    FROM GRAPES GROWN IN THE COMMUNE OF GAVI - EXPLORE THE MINERALITY OF THIS PIEDMONT WHITE

      "The bouquet is intense floral and fruity with lemony notes. The palate is fresh and fruity. Harmonious and elegant structure that gives a pleasant minerality." - Pico Maccario      

    Current stock: 8

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  • Villa Raiano Greco di Tufo 2021

    Villa Raiano Greco di Tufo 2021

    Region: Italy - Other

    EXPERIENCE THE MINERALITY AND INTENSITY OF THIS DELIGHTFUL GRECO DI TUFO

      "Color is intense and compact straw yellow. Nose is typical of altitude wines, green apple, jasmine, cedar and wild honey scents. A well-integrated mineral and mentholated note in the background. The young wine has primary aromas which after...

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    Current stock: 2

    $37.00
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  • Babo Chianti 2021

    Babo Chianti 2021

    Region: Italy - Chianti

    LOW COST, HIGH IMPACT CHIANTI! MODERN, JUICY, ELEGANT AND DELICIOUS

      "Dark ruby red in colour, the palate shows dark cherry and earthy elements. Classic ‘al dente’ tannins and savoury finish. A beautiful wine, anytime of the year." - Babo Wine    

    Current stock: 23

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  • Barone Sergio Nero D'Avola Eloro DOC 2020

    Barone Sergio Nero D'Avola Eloro DOC 2020

    Region: Italy - Other

    BIG AND BOLD BUT WITH SOME LASTING REFINEMENT AND COMPLEXITY - CABERNET DRINKERS WOULD LOVE THIS!

      "The Sergio Nero d'Avola is intense with rich balsamic notes and hints of red fruit like cherry jam, and spices like black pepper and rosemary. You also might notice some secondary flavours like coffee and tobacco. It is aged solely...

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    Current stock: 13

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  • San Felice Il Grigio Chianti 2019 375mL-Half-Bottle

    San Felice Il Grigio Chianti 2019 375mL-Half-Bottle

    Region: Italy - Chianti

    PERFECT NOW! HALF BOTTLES OF THIS FINELY CHISELLED AND AROMATIC RISERVA

      "Made only from the finest Sangiovese grapes carefully selected from the estate Chianti Classico vineyards, this Riserva represents the perfect blend of the traditional and the modern. It spends some 24 months in oak, with about 20% in small...

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  • Hofstatter Pinot Grigio 2021

    Hofstatter Pinot Grigio 2021

    Region: Italy - Other

    REGARDED AS ONE OF ITALY'S BEST, THIS IS AN ELEGANT PINOT GRIGIO FROM THE ALPINE REGION OF NORTHERN ITALY

      "A classic and very expressive Pinot Grigio, it is bright straw yellow in colour with an attractive aroma of citrus fruits, peach, honeydew melon and especially pear. The wine is medium rich, fruity, well-structured and direct on the palate with...

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    Current stock: 15

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  • Vigneti Le Monde Pinot Bianco 2019

    Vigneti Le Monde Pinot Bianco 2019

    Region: Italy - Other

    AWARDED 'TRE BICCHERI' FOR 10 YEARS RUNNING!

      THIS IS A SPICY, RICH WHITE WINE WITH EXOTIC FRUIT FLAVOURS.    "Straw yellow with bright golden reflections, the Vigneti Le Monde Pinot Bianco 2018 is full bodied on the nose and also full of great character. With hints of mature...

    Current stock: 4

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  • Tedeschi Valpolicella Lucchine 2020

    Tedeschi Valpolicella Lucchine 2020

    Region: Italy - Other
    Farming Vegan-friendly Sustainably-made

    DELICATE, FRESH, VERY APPROACHABLE

      "Lucchine is the name of the vineyard that provides the grapes. It is located in the plains at the foot of Pedemonte hills in the heart of the historic Valpolicella Classico area. This vineyard, thanks to the unique winemaking process used with...

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  • Mastroberardino Redimore Aglianico 2017

    Mastroberardino Redimore Aglianico 2017

    Region: Italy - Other
    Farming Vegan-friendly Sustainably-made

    THIS HISTORICAL PRODUCER IS A LONG TIME PIONEER OF MODERN AGLICANICO AND ITS REPUTATION AS THE GREAT WINE OF THE SOUTH IN ITALY

      "Aglianico is the primary grape variety grown in Mirabella, the main estate owned by the Mastroberardino family in the heart of the Taurasi DOCG area.  Some of these vineyards are dedicated to the production of Redimore Irpinia DOC, the wine...

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    Current stock: 14

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  • Montelliana Prosecco Asolo Superior DOCG

    Montelliana Prosecco Asolo Superior DOCG

    Region: Italy - Other
    Farming Sustainably-made

    PROSECCO SUPERIORE FROM ASOLO, AWARDED THE HIGHEST DOCG STATUS. FRAGRANT, IT IS EXTRA DRY, WHICH MEANS A LOVELY ROUNDED FINISH. "Sparkling wine made by natural fermentation with the Charmat method. It embodies all the fragrance of...

    Current stock: 11

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