A collection of Bibendum’s Italian wines featuring world renowned producers and Italy’s hidden gems.
welcome to I t a ly
Italy has always been a key focus for Bibendum.
Our passionate Italian experts have scoured the length of the boot to make sure we have a portfolio that does justice to the classic big hitters and regional specialities that are being made in Italy today.
Here, we are showcasing a selection of our Italian producers, however please get in touch to discover our full Italian portfolio.
Contact details can be found on the back page.
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The Italian obsession
Whether it’s a delicious Chianti with our pasta, or a glass of Prosecco to kick off a great evening, we are obsessed with Italy and its wines.
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72% of UK wine drinkers enjoy Italian cuisine and 41% have a preference for pairing Italian food with an Italian drink.
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Piedmont, home to Nebbiolo which produces world-famous Barolos and Barbarescos, offers a diverse range of native varieties. Wine lists are show- casing the diversity from this classic region with more listings of Barbera , Arneis , Freisa and Grignolino .
Did you know?
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CONSUMERS ARE CUTTING BACK ON MEALS OUT AND DRINK-ONLY VISITS TO PUBS HAVE GROWN TO ACCOUNT FOR 36% OF VISITS, UP FROM 26% IN 2022. IN TURN, THIS HAS MEANT THAT CON- SUMERS ARE GRAVITATING TO MORE EASY-DRINKING STYLES AND FAMILIAR GRAPES , LIKE ITALY’S FAMOUS PINOT GRIGIO!
ITALY HAS MORE THAN 350 NATIVE VARIETIES GROWING THROUGHOUT 20 WINE REGIONS.
THE VARIOUS CLIMATES ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR THE DIVERSITY OF WINES WE FIND IN ITALY TODAY . FROM THE MILD CONTINENTAL CLIMATE IN THE PO VALLEY, THE COLD CLIMATE IN THE ALPS, MEDITERRANEAN ON COASTS AND ISLANDS, AND COOL AND WINDY IN THE APENNINES.
NOT JUST WINE
ALL THINGS FIZZY
ITALIAN LAGER BRAND MENABREA WAS UP 85% AND PERONI UP 34% IN VALUE VS 24% FOR BEER IN THE OFF-TRADE IN 2020 – THIS HIGHLIGHTS CONSUMERS’ DESIRE FOR PREMIUM ITALIAN LAGER!
WE HAVE A LOVE FOR SPARKLING WINE, ESPECIALLY ITALIAN! 92% OF ALL SPARKLING WINE SOLD IN THE GB ON-TRADE IS FROM ITALY .
SUSTAINABLE I t a l y
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How our producers are keeping it green Across the world, commitment to ‘green’ wine
Nowhere is this move (back) towards non-intrusive viticulture more evident than in Italy. A decade or so ago, ‘green’ attitudes to the winemaking world would only be found in tiny, off-grid vineyards. But fast forward to the present, and the number of winemakers practicing organic, biodynamic or sustainable winemaking has soared. Over fifteen separate quality control bodies now exist in the country, working to award
production is growing daily.
So much so, that it’s not uncommon for a wine’s sustainable credentials to be talked about just as much - if not more - than the quality of the liquid itself.
wineries with sustainable credentials. Even Gambero Rosso, arguably the Italian press’ leading authority on quality food and wine, has introduced annual awards for sustainable viticultural practices, placing ‘green’ wineries at the forefront of award-winning Italian winemaking.
Italian winemaking history spans millennia. Vines were tended, grapes harvested, and wines fermented long before the age of artificial fertilisers and pesticides. And, due to Italy’s ideal conditions in terms of soil and climate, this was all carried out with a huge deal of success. So, as the global popularity of sustainable wine increases, and producers opt to ‘go green’, it’s only natural that many winemakers are reverting to the practices of their ancestors. And it’s not only good for the planet. Going green has the added benefit of encouraging an authentic ‘sense of place’
to indigenous varieties - from which Italy, as one
of the most diverse countries in the world in terms of native grapes, stands to benefit hugely. Read on to learn more about some of our trailblazing producers, who are leading Italy’s move towards sustainable winemaking.
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NORTHERN I t a l y
Dramatic mountain ranges offer the perfect backdrop to classic winemaking.
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Northern Italian wine is enjoying a renaissance of sorts. Piedmont has always been known for quality wines, but they are now experiencing an unprecedented level of popularity.
The winemaking families have a similar reputation for their pursuit of quality as the winemaking families in Burgundy, with Barolos and Barbarescos regularly commanding similar prices to Cote d’Or 1er Crus and Grand Crus. Taste any of Paolo Conterno’s Barolos and you’ll soon find out why. As you head east, you’ll find the fabulous mountain- influenced wines from the likes of Alois Lageder in Alto Adige and Bastianich in Fruili, to name a few.
The seemingly endless thirst for Prosecco and aromatic whites from this part of Italy has not yet been quenched. Demand for Italy’s most famous fizz has been rising year-on-year, and based on the quality we’ve seen in recent tastings and the introduction of rosé ‘Prosecco’ to the market, its popularity is only going to continue.
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BISOL
Veneto, Valdobbiadene
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It seems to tick all the boxes for consumers: light and fruity in style, chic yet affordable, unpretentious but possessing an air of sophistication. The Bisol family are masters of Prosecco. And what current CEO Gianluca Bisol doesn’t know about, isn’t worth knowing. The family has been making wine for centuries and all the grapes come from their own land, something which is extremely rare in the region. Today the Bisol winery, in the Prosecco Superiore heartland, has devel- oped an enviable reputation for wines that are refined and aromatic, while also a reflection of their terroir. The variable way that Glera responds to differences in aspect, soil and microclimate, has resulted in a diverse collection of wines, from the elegant Prosecco Superiore Cartizze, to the soft and refreshing Valdobbiadene Brut Rosé Jeio.
Prosecco is B ming
Valdobbiadene Brut Jeio Prosecco, Glera
£13.62
Prosecco Valdobbiadene Brut Crede, Glera
£16.49
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BASTIANICH ESTATES
Friuli
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Joe Bastianich is a busy man.
He owns a clutch of New York’s most famous Italian restaurants, makes wine in four Italian regions, and keeps bees in his spare time. Just having lunch with him is exhausting. The Bastianich winery is located in Friuli, where Joe’s parents were born, and it specialises in local grapes such as Friulano and Ribolla Gialla. The house style is very fresh and crisp with lots of aromatic fruit, making the wines an ideal partner for everything from spaghetti to sushi. The wines are already rated amongst the top in the region, with the Vespa Bianco receiving Tre Bicchieri in the Gambero Rosso no fewer than six times!
Vini Orsone Ribolla Gialla, Ribolla Gialla
£13.99
Vespa Bianco, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Picolit
£23.07
Vespa Rosso, Merlot, Refosco, Cabernet Sauvignon
£24.33
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Trento DOC FERRARI
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Italy’s most awarded sparkling wines
Established by Giulio Ferrari in 1902 with the dream of creating a sparkling wine in Trentino that would be comparable with the best Champagnes. Giulio was the first to undertake substantial plantings of Chardonnay in Italy. He passed his estate on to the Lunelli family in 1952 and today Ferrari Trento wines are world-renowned for their expressive nature, flavour, fragrance and complexity. Their wines are produced using Chardonnay and Pinot Noir grapes cultivated in the steep vineyards of the Trentino mountains. These grapes, combined with meticulous craftsmanship and a devotion to traditional winemaking techniques, result in sparkling wines that exude sophistication and excellence. All company owned vineyards have been Organic Certified since 2017. Their sustainability project, requires their 500 vine-growers in Trentino to stick to a total ban on the use of chemical herbicides and fertilisers in favour of traditional practices such as green manuring, natural fertilisers like manure and compost.
Maximum Brut Rosé Organic, Pinot Noir, Chardonnay
£27.12
Maximum Blanc de Blancs Organic, Chardonnay
£23.23
Perle Bianco Riserva Brut Organic, Chardonnay
£35.13
Perle Rosé Riserva Brut Organic, Pinot Noir, Chardonnay
£39.36
Perle Brut Organic, Chardonnay
£30.36
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ALOIS LAGEDER
biodynamic
Trentino-Alto Adige
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Exceptional wines, in sync with nature
The vines, farmed biodynamically since 2004, enjoy a long and sunny growing season, with warm days and cool nights that help to preserve the grapes’ natural aromas and acidity. Alois’ wines are finely chisel- led and have immense charm. At the top of the range, the single-vineyard estates are
fantastic expressions of both grape and terroir.
Porer Pinot Grigio, Pinot Grigio
£20.02
With this holistic approach and an experimental spirit, Alois Lageder produces wines that reflect the diversity of this unique region. Established in 1823, the winery is now in the hands of the family’s fifth and sixth generation, with Alois and Clemens Lageder. Committed to biodynamic agriculture, their goal is to create an agricultural environment that is completely in sync with nature.
Forra Manzoni Bianco, Manzoni
£21.46
Am Sand Gewurztraminer, Gewurztraminer
£23.15
Lowengang Chardonnay, Chardonnay
£52.52
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SANTA MARGHERITA
veneto
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Pinot Grigio pioneers Santa Margherita wines began in 1935 on abandoned land in the countryside of Italy’s Veneto region. Today, their varietals are still richly steeped in tradition and are celebrated for their regional character.
The pride of Santa Margherita wines and their signature varietal is their flagship Pinot Grigio. Santa Margherita pioneered the modern winemaking methods of Pinot Grigio and are known as a benchmark of quality and innovation for the category. Their approach to winemaking is eco-friendly, revolving around the use of renewable energy sources, natural products, and growing processes that protect the health and well-being of the vineyards.
Their grapes are also strategically grown in estate vineyards that surround the winery. They make their own bottles and 65% of their green glass is made of recycled material.
Their wines are diverse, flavourful and authentic.
Pinot Grigio, Pinot Grigio
£12.62
Rosé, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Nero
£12.30
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Located in Fitta, Suavia is owned and run by the
three Tessari sisters, who have taken over from their parents. With plenty of passion and hard work, Meri, Valentina and Alessandra have taken the winery to the next level,
where it can rightly be regarded as one of the region’s very best.
The wines produced at Suavia are aromatic, lively and fresh, with a fabulous concentration of flavour. Only the two native varieties of Soave are grown in their vineyards: Garganega and Trebbiano di Soave. Trebbiano di Soave is an ancient varietal grown on the local hillside basalt soils. Small amounts of Trebbiano may typically be included with Garganega to produce Soave Classico, but it’s rare to find a pure expression of this varietal. Suavia’s Massifitti is an exception – they are one of a few to produce a 100% Trebbiano di Soave.
Soave Classico, Gargenega
£13.52
Bianco Veronese Massifitti, Trebbiano
£18.22
Soave Classico Monte Carbonare, Gargenega
£18.84
Soave Classico Superiore Le Rive Viticola, Gargenega
£24.64
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Expressive organic
wines of the
highest quality
Made from native grapes, the wines offer a true expression of the land. Grapes are hand picked, with each variety bringing something different to the wines.
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Located in the Valpolicella Classico sub-region of Veneto, La Dama’s vineyards stretch across the areas of Negrar and Sant’Ambrogio di Valpolicella. Owned and operated by Gabriele Dalcanale and his wife, ‘la dama’ (the lady) Miriam, their vine growing and winemaking approach is about doing things as naturally as possible. Since the 2015 vintage onwards, all the La Dama wines are certified organic. Gabriele explains their vine growing and wine- making approach: The selection of the right grapes for the drying and production of our Amarone and Recioto is so important to achieve the excellence we strive for. Everything has to be done in the most virtuous way, using only natural products, from the vineyard to the cellar.
Valpolicella Classico Organic, Corvina, Rondinella, Corvinone
£12.58
Valpolicella Ripasso Superiore Classico Organic, Corvina, Rondinella, Corvinone
£15.24
Amarone Della Valpolicella Classico Organic, Corvina, Rondinella, Corvinone
£33.37
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NICOLIS
Veneto
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Nicolis was founded in 1951 in the heart of Cariano’s San Pietro region, the centre of the classic zone. The family history of this winery has always been intimately bound to the art of winegrowing, and each member of the family employs organic farming practices, Classical and contemporary practices combined
although they are not certified. No herbicides, pesticides or fungicides used.
Valpolicella Classico, Corvina, Rondinella, Molinara
£11.72
Valpolicella Classico Superiore Seccal ‘Ripasso’, Corvina, Rondinella, Molinara
£15.88
Of the family’s 90 hectares, 42 hectares of the land is dedicated to their vineyards, which guarantees that each has the finest and most suitable soils. The wines run the whole range of the Valpolicella spectrum, from the anything- -but-basic Classico and Classico Superiore, which establish a house style of vibrant, bright cherry fruit and ripe, elegant tannins, up to the epic dry Amarone and sweet Recioto. These latter two are made from grapes that are dried out almost to raisins in aerated lofts, concentrating the intensity of flavour.
Amarone Della Valpolicella Classico, Corvina, Rondinella, Molinara
£33.15
Amarone Della Valpolicella Classico Ambrosan, Corvina, Rondinella, Molinara
£44.30
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BOTTEGA
Veneto
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Bottega may have their foundations in grappa , but their centuries of knowledge shine through in their wines. Bottega’s history goes back to 1635 when Bottega’s ‘forefather’, Andrea, began cultivating vines. They eventually became noted for their ventures into grappa making.
In 1983, Sandro Bottega started to raise the profile of Bottega through creating new distillation systems, which resulted in the reduction of alcohol in grappa, making it softer and more delicate, as well as adding a glass-blowing facility to the site. The next ten years saw their expansion into wine, and the move to Conegliano, Veneto, as they began to create Prosecco alongside traditional grappas. Their Prosecco range is light,
Gold Prosecco Brut, Glera
£20.22
Gold Prosecco Rosé, Pinot Noir
£20.79
delicate, and bottled in unique and eye-catching packaging.
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CÀ MAIOL
Lugana, Lombardy
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The vineyards’ location in the rolling hills surrounding Lake Garda provides the perfect environment for growing grapes with rich and intense flavours. Located in Lombardy, Cà Maiol is renowned for producing high-quality wines.
The winery uses traditional winemaking techniques, combined with modern technology, to produce wines that are both elegant and flavourful. With a commitment to sustainable winemaking practices, Cà Maiol is dedicated to producing wines that are not only delicious but also environmentally responsible. They place a special focus on a white grape called Turbiana, which produces still wines with aromas of green apple, lime, and wild thyme.
Negresco, Red grape variety from the Lake Garda area
£17.02
Molin Lugana, Turbiana
£16.23
Prestige Lugana, Turbiana
£12.92
Roseri Valtenesi Riviera del Garda DOP Chiaretto, Groppello, Barbera, Sangiovese, Marzemino, Rebo
£12.92
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CONTE VISTARINO
Oltrepo Pavese, Lombardy
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Family owned since 1850
Conte Vistarino is one of the best-known producers in Otrepo Pavese, Italy. Approximately 140 hectares of this 826 hectare estate are devoted to the cultivation of Pinot Noir for the their signature Metodo Classico sparkling and still wines. At Conte Vistarino they are constantly working to enhance this much-loved grape while also respecting the territory and its traditions. Nature lives in harmony with modern technology at Conte Vistarino, where a new state-of-the-art winery has been in use since 2017. Thanks to the modern equipment, whole-bunch grapes are processed exclusively by gravity. With sustainability at its core, they focus on recovery and improving of the land. The winery uses solar energy and natural insulation and to keep a negative carbon footprint, they take care of the surrounding 1,000ha forest.
Saint Valier, Pinot Noir
£14.84
Costa del Nero, Pinot Noir
£16.64
Tavernetto, Pinot Noir
£25.50
Pernice, Pinot Noir
£32.93
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piedmont MORGASSI SUPERIORE
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A talented family of winemakers, experts in Gavi.
The Morgassi Superiore winery was created by Marino Piacitelli in 1993 and is today regarded as one of the top producers of the increasingly fashionable wine, Gavi. A small estate of 50 hectares, the winery is now managed by sisters Marina and Cecilia Piacitelli. Following in their father’s footsteps, they have risen to the challenge of improving the winery, using a combination of time-honoured tradition and innovative technology. All the grapes here are grown on calcareous clays and shale, which contribute to the wine’s amazing minerality and freshness. Unusually for the region, Morgassi only releases its whites after a year’s bottle ageing, meaning its wines are richer and more elegant than many of its rivals. Keep an eye out for the incredible Timorgasso Monferrato Bianco, made from one of the region’s rarest grapes.
Tuffo Gavi del Comune di Gavi, Cortese
£14.38
Volo Gavi del Comune di Gavi, Cortese
£16.57
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PAOLO CONTERNO
piedmont
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The Barolo aficionados
Established in 1886 in Monforte d’Alba, Paolo Conterno founded the Casa della Ginestra, a family run winery, that has now been dedicated to Barolo viticulture for four generations. Winemaking methods are traditional, and the wines are classic examples of the perfumed, rich but structured wine of which Barolo is capable in a fine vintage. The estate is renowned for creating wines which are the quintessence of traditional Barolo: rich, powerful, massively structured, and capable of ageing in bottle. The Conterno family has done justice to the terroir over the years, which is favourably situated on slopes up to 38% exposed to the south, and in part south east. This territory, favourable micro- climate, and well-established traditions, enable the family to maintain a production of consistent top-quality wines. Ageing takes place in French oak barrels with a capacity of 35 hectolitres.
Barolo Riva del Bric, Nebbiolo
£30.45
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AZIENDA AGRICOLA GIOVANNI ROSSO
organic
piedmont
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Passionate about Nebbiolo
Azienda Agricola Giovanni Rosso have a great passion for two things: respecting the land they work on, and Nebbiolo. A small winery nestled in the heart of Serralunga d’Alba, Barolo, Azienda Agricola Giovanni Rosso is owned by the Rosso family, who have been farming vineyards in the region for centuries.
Their specialty has always remained red wine, with the winery proudly focusing on Serralunga d’Alba’s most famous grape, Nebbiolo.
The eponymous Giovanni Rosso’s son Davide took over winemaking in the early 2000s. Under his watchful eye, the estate is now farmed using organic principles. The vineyards span some of the most historically im- portant areas in the region, and Davide incorporates the subtle features of each into every wine in the range.
Donna Margarita Barbera d’Alba, Barbera
£15.71
Langhe Nebbiolo, Nebbiolo
£17.28
Barolo, Nebbiolo
£32.16
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CENTRAL I t a l y
It’s all about taking your time in these parts of Italy, which is probably why we have such an affinity with them as holiday destinations.
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Wineries don’t rush to release their wines either – they wait until they are truly ready. It’s a pace of life we could get used to. The quality here has never been better.
In Tuscany, big names such as Gaja and Castello Banfi dominate our range with their impressive, powerful wines - but there are hidden gems, too. Castellare de Castellina’s Chianti Classico rivals any of the region’s bigger (and more expensive) names, and La Mozza’s Morellino di Scansano is the best match for Italian fennel -scented sausages that we have ever come across.
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BIBI GRAETZ
tuscany
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Winemaker Bibi Graetz rebelled against both the Super Tuscans and the traditionalists. Starting his career in art rather than viticulture, in just two decades, he has risen to become one of Tuscany’s most ingenious cult winemakers. Regardless of the popular super -Tuscan trend for using international varieties, Bibi was determined to use only indigenous varieties. But, adamant that the grapes would be the best he could find in Montepulciano, if that meant that they lay outside the classically ‘great’ viticultural areas of Chianti Classico, then so be it. Bibi favours old vines and with some that reach up to 80 years old, it means every choice in the vineyard matters. The team has taken steps to become pioneers of sustainability and organics, mastering the art of extracting highly concentrated fruit from low yielding plants. This allows them to tread lightly in the vineyard, using only indigenous yeasts and free-run juice to produce beautifully balanced wines.
Casamatta Bianco, Vermentino, Trebbiano, Ansonico
£15.58
Scopeto Bianco, Vermentino
£19.47
Casamatta Rosso, Sangiovese
£15.58
Grilli Rosso, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot
£14.80
Soffocone Rosso, Sangiovese
£28.24
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tuscany BOSCARELLI
Passion for the homelands
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Born in the Montepulciano region of the Siena country -side, Egidio later graduated with a degree in economics and business. But his infinite passion for wine and deep knowledge of his home region, swayed him to buy two semi-abandoned farms in Cervognano of Montepulciano. The ancient soils had long been cultivated in the traditional way, with different annual crops and small vineyards. The estate has now passed to the third generation of the family. Each day, Luca and Nicolò De Ferrari bring that same passion to wine production, as they work to
In 1962, founder Egidio Corradi dreamt of producing a noble wine that exalted the aromas and flavours of his native land, while imparting the elegance he loved.
Prugnolo Rosso di Montepulciano, Sangiovese, Canaiolo, Colorino
£14.46
Vino Nobile di Montepulciano, Sangiovese, Canaiolo
£22.37
Sotto Casa Vino Nobile di Montepulciano Riserva Boscarelli, Sangiovese, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon
£33.73
infuse each bottle with the aromas and flavours that Grandpa Egidio loved.
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CASTELLARE DI CASTELLINA
tuscany
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In the 1970s, four estates came together to form Castellare di Castellina. Together they cover a total of 80ha, including 12 planted by olive groves. The vineyards occupy hillsides of a natural southeast-facing amphitheatre, at an average height of 370 meters above sea level. This excellent exposure to the sun, good water drainage, and a mixed soil containing limestone marl, galestro and a little clay, produce well-structured, intense red and white wines, suitable for long bottle ageing. They are traditional Tuscan producers with a very modern approach, and staunch patrons of Sangioveto (Sangiovese). They created the first experimental vineyard in Chianti, together with the University of Milan and Florence, implementing the first scientific selection of Sangioveto clones. Future thinking traditionalists
Governo di Castellare, Sangiovese
£11.95
Chianti Classico, Sangiovese
£16.26
Chianti Classico Riserva, Sangiovese
£23.23
I Sodi San Niccolo, Sangiovese
£60.35
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ROCCA DI FRASSINELLO
tuscany
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A collaboration between the people behind iconic Tuscan winery Castellare di Castellina and leading French wine brand Domaines Barons de Rothschild-Lafite. Rocca di Frassinello was born out of a desire to bring together Castellare’s experience in cultivating Sangiovese, with Lafite’s long standing knowledge of classical French varieties like Cabernet, Merlot and Syrah. Situated between Gavorrano and Ribolla in the Grosseto province in Maremma, the soils have similar characteristics to those of Chianti and Montalcino, but with slightly higher temperatures, so the late -ripening grapes are able to reach maturation earlier here compared to those vineyards further north. Moderating sea breezes pass through the area to keep the climate perfectly balanced for the grapes. A marriage of Italian mastery and classic French grapes
Rigogolo, Sangiovese, Ruby Cabernet, Merlot
£12.19
Sughere di Frassinello, Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot
£18.31
Rocca di Frassinello, Sangiovese, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot
£30.95
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FATTORIA DI BASCIANO
tuscany
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The authority on Chianti
Since the beginning of the 20th century, the Masi family has owned the Fattoria di Basciano estate and have been making wine here for three generations. It is located right in the heart of the Chianti Rufina area, on the top of a hill overlooking the Argomenna Valley on one side, and the right bank of the Sieve river on the other. The vineyards are at an elevation of almost 1000 feet above sea level, lying on a very stony soil, locally known as “Galestro”. The micro-climate is ideal for the ripening of grapes and olives. It is dry, with light breezes, marked by scarcity of rain and a remarkable range of night and day temperature in summertime. The 75ha property is divided by vine- yards, olive orchards, and forest land.
Chianti Rufina, Sangiovese
£11.09
Chianti Rufina Riserva, Sangiovese
£18.06
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tuscany TALENTI
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The Talenti estate is located south of Montalcino, close to the small medieval village of San Angelo in Colle. Ricardo Talenti has overseen plenty of improvements in both the vineyards and cellar Three generations of excellence
since taking over from grandfather Pierluigi.
The Brunello comes from the pick of their older vineyards, planted in 1981, and then follows a precise wine-making process, creating a Sangiovese character that slides languorously out of the glass with cherries, leather and chocolate, reminding us why Brunello gets the pulse racing quite so much. And equally exciting is the wonderful value medium-bodied Rosso di Montalcino with bright red fruit flavours, ripe, firm tannins and bright, mouth-watering acidity. From younger vines, it goes through a similar, hands-off winemaking process before being aged for 12 months in old oak barrels, to soften it and retain the fruit.
Rosso di Montalcino, Sangiovese
£17.28
Brunello di Montalcino, Sangiovese
£39.99
Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Talenti, Sangiovese
£59.74
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MAROTTI CAMPI
marche
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The stars of the Le Marche region
Marotti Campi is situated near the medieval village of Morro d’Alba in Italy’s stunning Le Marche region.
Making wine on the site since the mid 19 th century, the estate totals 120 hectares, of which most is planted with the two indigenous varieties of Lacrima and Verdicchio. Masters of these classic varieties, Marotti Campi make some of the best Lacrima you can find, creating extremely fresh and exciting examples of these ancient varieties.
Bringing together ancient Italian varieties with the most up-to-date winemaking technology, the Marotti family are winning many fans with their awesome wines.
Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi Classico Superiore Luzano, Verdicchio
£10.47
Lacrima Rosato, Lacrima
£10.07
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LUIGI VALORI
organic
abruzzo
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A holistic approach creating outstanding wines
Rooted in Abruzzo’s Teramo Hills, this modern hub of winemaking has two aims; to make better wine year-on-year and love the land where it grows. Winemaker Luigi Valori is a botanist by training, and he uses this expertise in his vineyards daily. The winery is certified 100% organic, and Luigi only treats his vines with copper. So rather than wiping out all threats, the grapes have to work that bit harder to fight disease. The result is slightly smaller berries with thicker skins, meaning more tannins (and therefore more antioxidants), colour and flavour in the finished wine. As well as practicing organics, Luigi is a passionate supporter of sustainability - not only of the environment, but the wider community and market. For him, humans are the most important part of the winemaking journey, so rather than relying on technology, Luigi tastes his grapes regularly, and bases harvest timings entirely on his own decision.
Abruzzo Pecorino Organic, Pecorino
£13.92
Cerasuolo d’Abruzzo Organic, Montepulciano
£12.01
Montepulciano d’Abruzzo Organic, Montepulciano
£12.27
Montepulciano Colline Teramane Organic, “Vigna Sant’Angelo”, Montepulciano
£24.25
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THE SOUTH & THE ISLANDS
Further south, it’s hotter and all about big flavour.
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The majority of reds from the
The Mediterranean climate of Sicily and Sardinia, with high-altitude vineyards located on both islands, are revered viticultural sites due to their large diurnal swings, which allow for acid retention and increased freshness. Traditionally known for Marsala, Sicily now produces world class wines from indigenous varieties.
In Sardinia, you will see a strong Spanish influence in their wines. Cannonau (Grenache), and Carignano (Carignan), and white Vermentino di Gallura DOCG, all have Spanish origins. As it’s an island, expect these whites to pair perfectly with seafood.
south are fantastic accompaniments to anything cooked low and slow. The mineral, fruit characteristics of the white wines made from local grapes such as Fiano, Falanghina or Grecanico, are the perfect foil to lighter dishes.
MASSERIA LI VELI
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puglia
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Bold and flavourful wines from Medieval lands
Li Veli is located on an ancient Messapian site, dominating the fertile and sunny Salento plain in southern Puglia, between the Ionic and Adriatic Sea. The range includes six reds and two white wines, including the Askos Susumaniello and Askos Verdeca, created using a selection of rare, ancient Puglian grape varieties. The vineyards cover a total area of 33 hectares and a number of factors ensure the grapes are of the highest quality: high planting density, maximum soil exploitation by the deep vine roots, maximum sun exposure and good air circulation. All of the estate’s wines feature a quartet of little crosses on their labels – this was the original and distinctive signature of the first illiterate owner on the property deeds – in a lovely nod to their humble origins. Founded in 1999 by the Falvo family, Masseria Li Veli has earned a reputation worldwide for producing premium, authentic wines, characteristic of Puglia, helping to transform the image of the region.
Fiano, Fiano
£12.74
Askos Verdeca, Verdeca
£16.49
Orion Primitivo, Primitivo
£12.74
Askos Susumaniello, Susumaniello
£16.49
Pezzo Morgana Salice, Negroamaro
£19.16
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BORGO DEI TRULLI
puglia
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Old vine wines, filled with Southern Italian sunshine
In the ‘heel of Italy’s boot’, in the Salento region of Puglia, lies Masseria Borgo dei Trulli. Borgo dei Trulli covers a total of 45ha of land, including 25ha of vineyards. Home to dark, thick-skinned black grape varieties, the focus here is on indigenous grapes and interesting production methods. There are 20ha of Primitivo, including a 10ha ‘Saracena’ vineyard, which is trained in the old Alberello system (free-growing bush tree). This vineyard is over 55 years old and yields are limited to less than 1kg of grapes per vine.
The winery takes its name from the plural of ‘Trullo’, traditional Puglian dry stone huts that were mainly used as field shelters or storehouses by Saracen populations hundreds of years ago. Remains of these ancient shelters are still present today.
Salice Salentino, Negroamaro
£9.21
Negroamaro, Negroamaro
£9.21
Primitivo, Primitivo
£9.68
Lucale Primitivo Appassimento, Primitivo
£10.78
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SCALA
organic
CALABRIA
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Originally founded in 1949, the winery was eventually built in 2005.
The domaine is currently led by Luigi Scala, who is recognised for favouring quality over quantity in his aim to produce distinguished Calabrian wines. From the growing of the grapes to the refinement and aging of the wines, Luigi strives to follow family traditions to best express the terroir of his products.
The vineyard is comprised of 18ha, leading to an overall production of 60,000 bottles a year, all from estate fruit. Most of these grapes are native varieties, such as Grecio Bianco, Gaglioppo, Magliocco, a small amount of Nerello Mascalese, Mantonico and Greco Nero. Environmental protection is at the centre of Scala’s operations, with the winery being certified organic since 2016. In terms of the farming pro- cess, Lupins are used to fertilise the vineyards; they provide the soil with nitrogen and help eliminate weeds.
Ciro Rosso Classico Superiore Organic, Gaglioppo
£17.58
Ciro Bianco Organic, Greco
£13.13
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CANTINA MESA
sardinia
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Elegant, acidity- driven wines
Located in Sant’Anna Arresi, the only region of Sardinia where Carignan may be produced.
Mesa stands at the top of slopes that guide the eye down to the Porto Pino Valley, which is protected from the Mistral and surrounded by the Mediterranean Sea. The name Mesa means table or dinner table in both Spanish and Italian, and perfectly en- capsulates the soul of the winery – sharing the bounty of Sardinia with friends and family. The contemporary winery is set over three floors to ease the winemaking process. Carefully selected grapes are destemmed on the top floor, and are left to precipitate directly into the vats on the floor below, where the must begins its transformation. The wine is then transferred to the lowermost part of the cellar, where wooden and concrete barrels are used for the final refinement.
Primo Bianco, Vermentino
£10.57
Giunco, Vermentino
£13.30
Primo Scuro, Cannonau
£10.57
Rosso, Carignano
£13.62
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CARUSO & MININI
organic
sicily
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Revitalising native Sicilian grapes
Smaller wineries have sprung up in
the past decade with private investment and a strong interest in the potential of the native grapes from Sicily. One example is Caruso & Minini. When Mario Minini met Stefano Caruso, it sparked a long-held dream to produce a wine in the historical winemaking region of Marsala in Western Sicily. The estate’s grapes are grown in the vineyards of Giummarella and Cuttaia, located in a hilly area east of Marsala, at an altitude of 400 meters above sea level. They focus on traditional varieties which are perfectly suited for the hot Sicilian sun. The management has been passed on to Giovanna and Rosanna Caruso, Stefano’s daughters, who started an organic conversion on the estate.
Naturalmente Bio Catarratto Organic, Cattarratto
£12.27
Naturalmente Bio Grillo Organic, Grillo
£12.27
Terre di Giumara Nerello Mascalese Frappato Organic, Nerello Mascalese, Frappato
£9.60
Naturalmente Bio Perricone Organic, Perricone
£12.27
Naturalmente Bio Nero d’Avola Organic, Nero d’Avola
£12.27
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TORNATORE
sicily
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Exceptional Volcanic wines
One of the largest – and oldest – producers in the region, Tornatore owns 46ha of vineyards on the north side of active volcano Mount Etna, 1,000m above sea level. Established in 1865, the estate is still run by the same family. The focus at Tornatore is on native grape varieties: Nerello Mascalese, Nerello Cappuccio, Carricante and Catarratto. While the varietals used are traditional, their winemaking style is more modern in approach, with lower alcohol and more emphasis on fruit. These wines have quickly become some of our favourites and offer incredible complexity and intrigue at an affordable price.
Etna Bianco, Carricante
£18.06
Pietrarizzo Bianco, Carricante, Catarratto
£22.76
Etna Rosso, Nerello Mascalese
£18.06
Pietrarizzo Rosso, Nerello Mascalese
£22.76
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Premium Italian Lager Since 1846 MENABREA
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The Menabrea Story In 1846, Giuseppe Menabrea travelled to the town of Biella, in the foothills of the Italian Alps. There he discovered an underground cave system, ideal for the traditional process of ‘lagering’. Combined with the incredibly pure water and cold fresh air of the region, it was the perfect location to build a brewery. Should you visit Biella today, you’ll still find Menabrea brewing their award-winning beer on the same site, made in the same way, by the same family, with the same ingredients, passion and care. If true mastery of one’s craft can take a lifetime to acquire, Franco, head of the family-owned brewery, benefits from five generations worth of experience.
The Menabrea Environmental Commitment Over the last 16 years, €40 million has been in- vested into the brewery. Innovation was key to allow greater production on the existing site so the brewery could remain in Biella. Menabrea has a strong commit- ment to heritage, quality and respect of the environment, particularly in Biella. Hence the level of investment in the spectacular brew house which brought greater efficiency and sustainability while retaining the brewery’s footprint in Biella.
The beer of choice for Italy’s top venues
Menabrea is consistently identified as stylish and premium by Italian consumers, commanding a higher price point than competitors. Exceptionally Crafted Lager (Bionda) Amber (Ambrata), and 0%. Lagered at cool temperatures post- fermentation, in Biella’s caves for 30 days in the traditional method. This refines the beer’s character and gives clarity and finesse to the palate.
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