Italy is the world’s largest producer of wine, and is home to some of the oldest wine-producing regions. Its contribution is about 45–50 million hl per year, and represents about a quarter of global production.Italian wine is exported around the world, as popular among Italians. Italians rank fifth on the world wine consumption list by volume with 42 litres per capita consumption. Grapes are grown in every region of the country and there are more than one million vineyards under cultivation.
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Sassicaia 2021 Box 6x75cl 14%
Tuscan wine royalty, Tenuta San Guido, releases Sassicaia 2021, the latest vintage of its true iconic flagship wine this February. The 2021, available through importers Armit Wines, has been eagerly anticipated following favourable vintage conditions on the rolling slopes of Bolgheri, towards Tuscany’s stunning western coastline. We sent The Buyer’s very own Italophile, Mike Turner, to taste the wines with Priscilla Incisa della Rocchetta and find out more about what proves to be another much sought-after triumph for the team at Tenuta San Guido.
The Sassicaia 2021 Bolgheri Sassicaia of Tenuta San Guido was obtained from Cabernet Sauvignon (85%) and Cabernet Franc (15%) grapes raised in the prestigious DOC of the same name which is located within Tenuta San Guido, located in the territory of Bolgheri (LI). The vineyards of origin are situated on calcareous soils rich in marl, stones and stones (which give the wine its name) and partly clayey, located at an altitude between 100 and 300 metres above sea level. For this red-masterpiece, the alcoholic fermentation took place in stainless steel at a controlled temperature between 28° and 30° C without the addition of external yeasts. After malolactic fermentation, the wine was transferred to French oak barriques (for 1/3 new wood and for the remainder of the first and second passage) where it was aged for 24 months, keeping the masses separated by vineyard origin. The assembly was in fact carried out only close to bottling. Before release, Sassicaia 2021 rested for a certain period of time in the bottle.
Sassicaia 2021 75cl 14%
Tuscan wine royalty, Tenuta San Guido, releases Sassicaia 2021, the latest vintage of its true iconic flagship wine this February. The 2021, available through importers Armit Wines, has been eagerly anticipated following favourable vintage conditions on the rolling slopes of Bolgheri, towards Tuscany’s stunning western coastline. We sent The Buyer’s very own Italophile, Mike Turner, to taste the wines with Priscilla Incisa della Rocchetta and find out more about what proves to be another much sought-after triumph for the team at Tenuta San Guido.
The Sassicaia 2021 Bolgheri Sassicaia of Tenuta San Guido was obtained from Cabernet Sauvignon (85%) and Cabernet Franc (15%) grapes raised in the prestigious DOC of the same name which is located within Tenuta San Guido, located in the territory of Bolgheri (LI). The vineyards of origin are situated on calcareous soils rich in marl, stones and stones (which give the wine its name) and partly clayey, located at an altitude between 100 and 300 metres above sea level. For this red-masterpiece, the alcoholic fermentation took place in stainless steel at a controlled temperature between 28° and 30° C without the addition of external yeasts. After malolactic fermentation, the wine was transferred to French oak barriques (for 1/3 new wood and for the remainder of the first and second passage) where it was aged for 24 months, keeping the masses separated by vineyard origin. The assembly was in fact carried out only close to bottling. Before release, Sassicaia 2021 rested for a certain period of time in the bottle.
Guidalberto 2016 TENUTA SAN GUIDO Toscana 75cl, 14%
ROBERT PARKER (94)
This wine is showing exceptionally well in this classic vintage. The 2016 Guidalberto (Cabernet Sauvignon and a smaller percentage of Merlot) opens to a full and generous bouquet and a beautifully rich and velvety appearance. This edition of Tenuta San Guido’s mid-level wine offers a bigger aromatic profile, more texture and more volume as well. Dark cherry and blackberry segue to spice, tar, leather and sweet fruit at the end. The mouthfeel is elegantly shaped, silky and nuanced. This may well be the best vintage of Guidalberto I have yet to taste—and you can get this wine at a great price too.
JAMES SUCKLING (95)
This is extremely perfumed with aromas of lavender, cinnamon, blackberries, bark and blackcurrants. Full-bodied, extremely refined and polished. Gorgeous fruit and balance. Best ever bottling of this pretty wine from the producers of Sassicaia?
Barolo DOCG Vignarionda Riserva 75cl, 14.5%
Ruffino Riserva Ducale Oro Chianti Classico Gran Selezione 75cl, 14.5%
Sangiovese wine grapes with some Merlot and Colorina added to the mix. The 2017 Chianti came from a hot vintage with drought conditions. Higher elevation vineyards did enjoy some cooling breezes overnight giving some relief to the grapes and balance to the wine. This example is intense with dark fruit, clove, anise, dark cherry, grilled wild herbs and smoky flavours on the palate with balanced acidity to match. Pour with a meat-lover’s pizza.
Chianti Classico food pairings: meat-sauce pasta, meat lovers’ pizza, beef stew.
Tenuta San Guido Le Difese 75cl, 14%
Le Difese is the most recent addition to the much celebrated Tenuta San Guido (Sassicaia) family of wines, producing its first vintage in 2002. It takes its name from the teeth of the wild boar, depicted in gold on this landmark label. No teeth in the wine however, as you’re treated to delicious flavours from mature Cabernet Sauvignon and Sangiovese vines that blend to produce a seriously approachable and immensely enjoyable glass of wine.
Primarily made with Cabernet Sauvignon (70%), the wine is blended in perfect harmony with Sangiovese (30%), which is grown in the subzone of Chianti Rufina. This produces a distinctly Tuscan character and personality to the wine, leaving the “international” styles to its bigger brothers. A more youthful wine, it’s meant to be enjoyed together and with food, and to be appreciated by new drinkers as well as seasoned fans of Sassicaia and Guidalberto. Le Difese undergoes ageing in French oak barriques that were previously used for Sassicaia and Guidalberto. It can be said that all 3 wines were created using the same DNA!
The 2021 vintage shares more than the DNA of Guidalberto, it has the same seriously high quality and rather than being a “cheaper version”, provides an alternative vision of the estate and its wonderfully rich heritage in Tuscany.
Whilst stock is indeed limited (as with all wines made from this fabulous estate), Le Difese is the most approachable wine in the family and all the more reason to be snapped up quick!
Brancaia IL Blu Rosso Toscana 2018 30TH Anniversary Edition 75cl, 14.5%
Brancaia IL Blu Rosso Toscana 2018 30TH Anniversary Edition 75cl, 14.5%
Dal Forno Romano Valpolicella Ripasso Superiore 2017 75cl, 14.5%
Dal Forno Romano Valpolicella Ripasso Superiore 2017
Bibi Graetz Testamatta Rosso 2019 75cl,14%
Montesodi Chianti Rufina Riserva DOCG 75cl, 14.5%
From this land, which has always been known as Montesodi due to the stony nature of the soil, Castello Nipozzano created its first Cru wine in 1974. It represents the wine of my youth and my best memories at Castello Nipozzano: an extremely elegant and lively Sangiovese, which still has the power to move me several decades later.
Monte del Frà Lena di Mezzo Amarone della Valpolicella Classico 75cl, 15.5%
Deep ruby red colour rich in garnet notes. On the nose aromas of cherries, black cherries, plums, liquorice, and leather, to which are added the hints of pepper and cinnamon and, finally, undergrowth. But it is on the palate that the wine shows its extreme elegance and harmony of flavours: at the same time, it reveals a harmonious and velvety yet robust and complex character, dry and full-bodied, generous, and austere.
Primitivo di Salenton Itinera 75cl, 14%
The Itinera Prima Classe Primitivo Salento IGT by Mondo del Vino is presented in the glass in a black with red reflections and seduces with the aromas of black cherries, cardamom and a touch of leather.
This pure Primitivo, which was stored in barriques for 8-10 months, shows an explosive fullness on the palate with gentle tannins.
CastelGiocondo Brunello di Montalcino DOCG 75cl, 14.5%
Ca’Rugate Amarone della Valpolicella DOCG “Punta 470” Veneto 75cl, 15.5%
Grape
Corvina 40%, Corvinone 30%, Rondinella 30%
Producer: Ca’Rugate
Grape Varieties Blended
Optimum Drinking Within 12 years
Wine Style Rich complex full bodied red
Alcohol by Volume 15%
Closure Natural Cork
Country Italy
Style / Colour Red
Brunello di Montalcino Riserva IL Ploggione Vigna Paganelli 75cl,15%
Brunello di Montalcino Riserva Vigna Paganelli is produced only in the best vintages and in limited quantity.
This wine comes exclusively from “I Paganelli” vineyard, the oldest one in the estate, planted in 1964. Its vines, used as a clonal reference when planting new vineyards, produce high quality grapes which are picked by the individual selection of the best and ripest bunches.
After the manual harvest, the must ferments at controlled temperature. Subsequently the wine spends a long time in large French oak casks and it is then aged in the bottle.
Bottega Prosecco DOC Limited Edition Ronaldinho 75cl, 11%
Exclusive to VIP Bottles, the Limited Edition Ronaldinho Bottega Prosecco pays homage to one of the greatest footballers ever. Skilful and full of flair, just like Ronaldinho himself, this prosecco promises luxury in every sip.
A VIP Bottles exclusive
Discover the Limited Edition Ronaldinho Bottega Prosecco. Just in time world the 2022 World Cup, this sleek Limited Edition bottle pays homage to one of the greatest to play the beautiful game.
Just like this luxurious bottle of Prosecco, Ronaldinho is known for his flair and passion. A football legend, Ronaldinho was a superstar for his home country of Brazil as well as Paris Saint Germain, Barcelona FC and AC Milan.
A World Cup winner, Ronaldinho knows how to make it to the top and is definitely a VIP in his own right. You can expect all the fruity and fizzy flavours of Bottega’s award-winning Prosecco made in Veneto, Italy.
Pre-order yours today. The perfect serve – Pour chilled into a champagne tulip glass and indulge.
Bottega Prosecco DOC Spumante Brut 75cl 11%
Il Vino dei Poeti Prosecco DOC is a Brut sparkling wine, obtained by Glera grapes grown according to classic, traditional techniques in the province of Treviso. Over the years, typicality and quality, the distinctive traits of these grapes, have remained unchanged, making Prosecco the most famous and best-selling Italian wine all over the world.
Bottega Pinot Grigio Venezia DOC 75cl, 12%
DOC Venezia is a recent denomination established in 2011 to promote the wines of a land with a millenary winemaking tradition. It is located in the eastern Padan Plain and includes the provinces of Treviso and Venice. Here, the climate and environment are particularly suitable for the cultivation of various vines, including Pinot Grigio. This vine is the result of a bud-mutation of Pinot Nero, from which it acquired elegance and refinement.
Bottega Petalo Moscato Rose Manzoni Rose 75cl 7%
Bottega Petalo Moscato Rose Manzoni sparkling rosé wine is the result of the valuable selection carried out at the beginning of the 20th century by professor Luigi Manzoni, principal of the Oenological School in Conegliano. Incrocio Manzoni is a crossing between Raboso Piave and Muscat of Hamburg.
Sweet, elegant, harmonic, balanced, with a long aromatic persistence, but also fresh thanks to its acidity and tannins.
Marchesi Di Barolo Malvasia Di Castelnuovi Don Bosco 75cl, 6%
Sparkling rose sweet wine from Piemonte, Italy.
Winery: Marchesi di Barolo
Grapes: Malvasia 100
Region: Malvasia di Castelnuovo don Bosco
A sparkling rose wine made exclusively from carefully picked Malvasia di Schierano grapes.
The perlage is fine and persistent. The colour is pale pink, almost cherry. The aromatic pallet is intense and musky reminiscent of clear scents of wild berries, blueberries and wild strawberries.
The flavour is sweet, slightly sparkling and it ignites the olfactory sensations.
Maso Montalto Pinot Nero 75cl, 13%
Maso Montalto” is a red wine from the Trento area with an elegant and full-bodied sip, aged for 12 months in oak barrels and at least 15 months in bottle. With an intense, evolved profile and a good expansive richness, with a warm, complex and enveloping structure, it offers the nose clear aromas of berries, black cherry, cherry, sweet spices, alpine herbs and toasted wood nuances.
CHARACTERISTICS
Denomination |
Trentino DOC |
Grape varieties |
Pinot Noir 100% |
Category |
Red Wines |
Region |
Trentino (Italy) |
Alcohol content |
13.0% |
Bottle size |
75 cl Bottle |
Vineyards |
From the farm of the Lunelli estate located on the hills of Monte Bondone at over 400 meters above sea level on clayey soils |
Aging |
12 months in oak barrels, 15 months in bottle |
Additional notes |
Contains sulfites |
Balbi Soprani Barolo 75cl, 14.5%
Universally considered the king of the wines of Piedmont, Barolo is made from Nebbiolo grapes grown in a limited part of the Langhe, near the town of Barolo. It is aged for at least 3 years, 2 of which are spent in oak or chestnut barrels. Bottles must be stored horizontally in a dry, cool wine cellar.
Ferrari Riserva Lunelli 2012 The Riserva Line 75cl,12.5%
Innovative by tradition
From the Chardonnay vineyards that surround Villa Margon comes this vintage Trentodoc whose maturation in oak adds richness and extraordinary complexity of flavor.grapes A strict selection of only Chardonnay grapes, picked by hand. length of ageing Aged for more than 6 years on lees, with yeasts selected from our own strains.