Sangiovese

Region: Italy, Ortona, San Salvo, Abruzzo

Grape Variety: Sangiovese

Tasting Notes: This wee Italian red is utterly dripping in dark cherries with notes of strawberry and earth in support. Rich and juicy in texture it has a nice grip in the tannin and a sexy underlying Italianness. Deliciously soft, cherry-scented Sangiovese from the great Farnese Estate. Full of enticing cherry, plum and violet aromas and a silky mouthful with layers of lip-staining bramble and cherry fruit.

Awards:

Luca Maroni 2023 - 95 points

Frankfurt International Trophy 2022 - Gold Medal

Winemaker, Filippo, clinched a top trophy in Tuscany in 2003, knocking several much more expensive contenders off the podium and his 2004 followed suit with a 'Gran Menzione' at Vin Italy; Italy's most prestigious showcase.

Farnese Fantini Sangiovese has won the Regional International Wine challenge Trophy Dark red. Bitter chocolate, dried herbs and sweet smoky oak on the nose, the sweetness coming through in the jammy palate where chocolate-coated dried cherries come to mind. Incredibly juicy with a firm, slightly herbal, savoury oak backbone that brings it all into balance. Attractive bottle presentation adds to this exciting package.

Region: Italy, Tuscany

Grape Variety: Sangiovese

Background: Podere Brizio is a top small producer, making beautifully elegant wines in Montalcino, Tuscany. This 9 hectare estate is located in Sant’Angelo in Colle, an area of Montalcino, known for producing long-lived wines of great elegance and finesse. Chief winemaker Vittorio Fiore is considered one of Italy’s leading oenologists and his touch is evident in this beautiful wine. The excellent south-west exposure of the vineyards enjoys the ideal type of soil and climate for growing the Sangiovese Grosso grapes of Montalcino. No chemicals are used and the vines are sprayed with only small quantities of organic fertilizers.

Podere Brizio is considered one of the finest estates in Montalcino. Rosso di Montalcino is made from 100% Sangiovese grapes, carefully grown in our vineyards located in the south-west part of the town of Montalcino.

Tasting Notes: A fruity, refreshing and elegant wine. Intense aromas with notes of ripe red fruit. Fresh on the palate, with elegant notes of currant and red fruits.

Food Pairing: This is an ideal bottle to accompany foods such as pasta, pizza or simply a home-made burger.

ORGANIC

Region: Italy, Tuscany

Grape Variety: Sangiovese

Tasting Notes: A ripe, focused red with prune, plum and berry character. Hints of stones and sliced apple. Full body, dense fruit, fine tannins and a bright, lively finish. Amazing acid backbone that just jumps out of the glass. A new benchmark for Tuscany’s icon wine, producing reds with wonderful intensity, structure, and energy. I find the depth of fruit, flavour and savoury, almost mineral undertone of the wines spellbinding. (93 Points James Suckling).

Awards:

International Wine Challenge 2016 - Silver

Los Angeles International Wine Competition 2016 - Silver

Concours Mondial de Bruxelles 2016 - Gold

Mundus Vini 2016 - Gold

Asia Wine Trophy 2016 - Gold

Berlin Wine Trophy 2016 - Gold

International Wine & Spirit Competition 2015 - Silver

International Wine & Spirit Competition 2014 - Silver

ORGANIC

Region: Italy, Emilia-Romagna

Grape Variety: Sangiovese

Tasting Notes: This Sangiovese displays a bright rub red coour that anticipates its liveliness. On the one it offers an intriguing bouquet, where notes of ripe red fruits like cherry and plum stand out, enridched by spicy nuances and a slight earthy scent, which adds complexity to the olfactory experience. In the mouth, the first impression is of a medium body, with well balanced tannins and a freshness that invites the next sip. The flavours of red fruit are confirmed, accompanied by a pleasant acidity and persistent finish that leaves a pleasing sensation of palate cleanlines.

Food Pairing: It is an ideal accompaniment to Italian cuisine dishes, particularly with pasta ragu, grilled red meats or moderately aged cheeses. Thanks to its versatility and pleasantness, this Sangiovese is suitable for both an intimate dinner at home and as an offer at an event or in catering.

Awards:

Mundus Vini 2019 - Silver

Region: Italy, Tuscany

Grape Variety: Sangiovese (90%) & 10% native Italian and local varieties (Canaiolo and Colorino)

Background: Dievole is located in the heart of Chianti Classico, not far from the historic city of Siena. The 411 hectare estate, 86 hectares of which are under vine, rests among woods, olive groves and crop-filled fields. Traditional classic grape varieties are grown, along with contempory classics and new arrivals. The first grape was harvested on the estate over 900 years ago, and today Dievole, with probably the most privileged location in Chianti Classico, is one of the most respected institutions in Italian winemaking.

Winemaking Process: The grapes have been harvested by hand in baskets at the end of September - mid October and is a blend of all of Dievole’s 16 vineyards. Eighty percent of the wine is aged in the wooden vats made of French oak and 20% is aged in French and American barriques for about 12 months before bottle ageing for a further 6 months before release to market.

Tasting Notes: Heady aromas of black truffle and cherry lead to a gorgeous mouthful, elegant, rich and warming. This Chianti Classico is intense deep ruby. On the nose it is fruity with aromas of cherry and plum confiture, lightly spiced with black pepper and juniper notes. Dry on the palate, it is medium-full bodied with soft tannins and good minerality.

ORGANIC

Region: Italy, Tuscany

Grape Variety: Sangiovese (90%) 10% native Italian and local varieties (Colorino)

Background: Dievole is located in the heart of Chianti Classico, not far from the historic city of Siena. The 411 hectare estate, 86 hectares of which are under vine, rests among woods, olive groves and crop-filled fields. Traditional classic grape varieties are grown, along with contempory classics and new arrivals. The first grape was harvested on the estate over 900 years ago, and today Dievole, with probably the most privileged location in Chianti Classico, is one of the most respected institutions in Italian winemaking.

Tasting Notes: Deep ruby with fruity aromas of cherry, blackcurrant and black cherry. The palate is dry, intense and structured, lightly spicy with tobacco, chocolate, coffee and vanilla notes.

Food Pairing: Perfect with meat dishes and ripe cheese. For best results, decant two hours before serving.

Region: Italy, Tuscany

Tasting Notes: Dark-skinned berry, underbrush and tobacco aromas lead the way on this straightforward but savoury red. The medium-bodied palate offers juicy red cherry, cranberry and a hint of white pepper alongside tannins and bright acidity.

Food Pairing: Good with red meat, strong cheeses and cusines. A great classic and a stylish Brunello that wil delight lovers of the appellation!

Region: Italy, Tuscany, Greve in Chianti

Tasting Notes: Deep, ruby red in colour, this Chianti Classico offers aromas of ripe cherries and red plums, with subtle notes of toasted vanilla beans and purple flowers. On the palate, the wine displays a superbly structured character with bright acidity and a pleasantly savoury finish.

Food Pairing: It is excellent with ricjly-flavoued dishes, especially the traditional specialties of Tuscan cuisine, grilled steaks and matured cheese.

Awards:

Luca Maroni 2023 - 92 points

Mundus Vini 2020 - Gold Medal

Region: U.S.A., California

Grape Variety: Sangiovese

Tasting Notes: Medium-garnet colour; blackberry, plum and vanilla aromas; raspberry and cherry flavours; with supple tannins for a soft finish. Soft, sweet scents of white chocolate and flowers on the nose. In the mouth the wine is bright, savoury, and ripe. Flavours of roses, lavender, strawberries, milk chocolate, and red raspberries fill the palate. The wine has a mouth-watering dose of acidity that marries well with the slightly flinty tone on the finish.

Food Pairing: This wine pairs well with fresh mozzarella, and brie cheees. Also try it along with veal piccata, chicklen parmesan, meat lasagna or ceviche.

VEGAN

Region: Italy, Tuscany

Grape Variety: Sangiovese

Winemaking Process: A fruity, refreshing and elegant wine. Traditionally made with a spontaneous fermentation using native yeast for 15 days at a controlled temperature. It is then aged for 12 months in 54 HL untoasted French oak barrels. Refined in bottle for 3 months minimum.

Tasting Notes: The cask-aged Rosso di Montalcino from the Tuscan viticultural region presents itself in the glass in bright ruby red. This red wine from the Old World offers wonderfully expressive aromas of blueberry, blackberry, mulberry and blackcurrant, rounded off by other fruity nuances that contribute to the barrel development. Intense aromas with distinct notes of red fruits. Soft and elegant on the palate. Boasts excellent drinkability and a long finish.

ORGANIC

Region: Italy, Tuscany

Grape Variety: Sangiovese 

Background: The Chianti Classico Vigna di Sessina di Dievole comes from the best selection of grapes from the vineyard of the same name, located at 420 meters above sea level.

Winemaking Process: It is produced exclusively with Sangiovese grapes harvested in early October, which are subsequently fermented for 14-15 days in 75 hl concrete vats at a maximum temperature of 26 ° C. Aging takes place in 41 hl non-toasted French oak barrels for about 17 months and ends with a stay in the bottle for at least 12 months.

Tasting Notes: The Chianti Classico Vigna di Sessina has an intense ruby red color with garnet reflections. The nose reveals typical Sangiovese aromas, such as dried violets, cherries and spices. The taste is fresh and harmonious, with a long persistence.

Region: Italy, Tuscany

Grape Variety: Sangiovese 

Tasting Notes: This wine has aromas of mushrooms, hints of truffle, Boysenberry fruit and honeysuckle floral tones. The Palate is dominated by minerality and bright acidity, with flavours of cherry and white chocolate. The long spicy finish is dominated by cloves, toast and a lingering cinnamon orange peel nuance.

Food Pairing: This wine pairs beautifully with roasted meats, pasta with rich sauces and ages cheeses.

Region: Abruzzo, Italy

Grape Variety: Sangiovese

Tasting Notes: This vibrant wine boasts a rich garnet red colour and offers an intense fruity aroma of strawberries and black cherries, complemented by subtle nutty and woody notes. With a medium body and well balanced tannis it is perfect for both offices and consumers at home.

Food Pairing: This wine pairs well with beef, veal, poultry and pasta dishes.