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Ca’ di Ponti, Nero d’Avola, IGT Sicily, 2009
“Vivid youthful purple. Open ripe brambly nose, so typically Mediterranean. Impressive attack, with rich black fruit overlaying a structure of ripe...”
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Ca’ di Ponti, Grillo, IGT Sicily, 2010
“As a grape which retains freshness and character in Mediterranean heat, Grillo is perfectly suited to Sicily.”
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Araldica, Chardonnay, Piemonte, 2010
“Unoaked and relatively low in alcohol, this chardonnay from north-west Italy is lighter and fresher than New World offerings. Open and inviting nose...”
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Principato, Pinot Grigio, IGT Pavia, Italy, 2010
“Open and simple citrus scent. Lightly floral, crisp attack. No pretensions here -it just slips down very easily. Now-2012”
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Conviviale, Primitivo, Salento, 2010
“Bittersweet , brambly fruit - quite punchy and lively, but also supple. Discreet smokiness. One for robust Mediterranean cuisine: tomatoes, peppers,...”
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Talamonti, Montepulciano d’Abruzzo, Moda, 2008
“Founded as recently as 2001, and based close to Pescara on the Adriatic coast, Cantina Talamonti has grown to 25 hectares of well sited vineyard....”
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La Battistina, Gavi, 2010
“Though Piedmont is a region renowned for its reds, the local white, made from Cortese grapes, is a firm favourite. Very pale. Ripe pear, citrus and...”
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Santa Barbara, Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi, 2010
“Verdicchio is often referred to as Italian Muscadet, and does accompany all types of seafood well. A perfume of white rose and herbs. Mid-weight,...”
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Vallone, Salice Salentino, Giardinelli Vineyard, Puglia, 2007
“Negroamaro (literally black bitter) is a grape variety that needs the heat of Italy’s south to ripen, and then demands time in barrel and bottle to...”
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Prendina, Pinot Bianco, Garda, 2010
“A new addition to our list from brothers Luciano and Franco Piona of the Cavalchina Estate. Pale, almost water white. Delightfully fresh pear, melon...”
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Bichi Borghesi, Chianti Colli Senesi, 2009
“Based on Sangiovese grapes grown on the slopes of the Elsa valley, this wine is aged in vats and large seasoned casks. Medium deep ruby colour, with...”
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Cavalchina, Bardolino, 2010
“There’s supermarket Bardolino - and there’s the real thing, light, juicy and joyous, perfect for salad lunches. From 60% Corvina, 30% Rondinella...”
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Montresor, Campovalentino, Lugana, 2010
“From vineyards on the southern shores of Lake Garda. Attractive pale gold. Open, lively scent of lemon with tropical hints. Delicate peach flavours,...”
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Val delle Rose, Morellino di Scansano, 2009
“Scent of fresh black fruit with cinnamon and coffee. Black cherry core, ripe but light and mildly spicy. Silky, very subtle tannins. Very long,...”
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De Bertiol, Prosecco di Valdobbiadene, DOC Extra Dry, Italy, NV
“Bright pale lemon, with a fine mousse. Attractive nose of green apples with cashew hints. Zesty lemon and lime flavours define the palate. The finish...”
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Prà, Soave Classico, 2010
“100% Garganega grown on traditional pergolas in the heart of the Soave Classico region to the east of Verona, and fermented in stainless steel. Pale...”
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Torre D'Orti, Valpolicella, Superiore Ripasso, 2008
“Deep purple. Blackcurrant scent with dried fruit hints. Splendidly ripe black cherries with rosehip and red berry accents. So smooth and enjoyable,...”
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Drusian, Prosecco di Valdobbiadene, DOC Extra Dry, NV
“The Drusian family are third generation Prosecco producers with vineyards in the hills around San Giacomo di Valdobbiadene. This smartly presented...”
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Villa La Pagliaia, Chianti Classico Riserva, 2005
“Strict selection was needed to produce Riserva quality in Tuscany’s challenging 2005 vintage. At the aristocratic Villa la Pagliaia estate this...”
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Pio Cesare, Barbera d’Alba, 2008
“Youthful purple. Perfumed with crushed red fruit and woodsmoke. Vigorous wine, all bright red cherry and plum. Very correct in its highish acid and...”
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Val delle Rose, Morellino di Scansano, Riserva, 2007
“The vintage 2007 was very successful in Tuscany. Very classy and open aromas of cherry and blackcurrant with toasty, smoky notes. Elegantly...”
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Pio Cesare, Nebbiolo, 2007
“Pio Cesare source the fruit for this wine from the same area as their Barolo, around the town of Alba. The wine is produced using the same methods as...”




























