Il Sacrato, Rubicone, Emilia Romagna, Trebbiano Pinot Bianco 2022 75cl
£9.08
The clean citrus freshness of the Trebbiano blends beautifully with the tropical fruit style of the Pinot Bianco, fresh and easy drinking
San Sisto San Sisto Castelli di Jesi Verdicchio Riserva 2019 75cl
£25.33
Made only in the best years, this Reserve is made from a careful selection of the best grapes from the San Sisto vineyard and is the result of an expert wine making and barrique ageing process An extremely long lasting wine displaying its characteristic best after a few years in the bottle Intense yellow with golden highlights, it releases a fruity bouquet, elegantly integrated with pleasant creamy sensations Its citrus, liquorice and mineral notes and full body adapt very well to an expert use of wood, which never overwhelms but simply adds complexity
Frescobaldi Rialzi Chianti Classico Gran Selezione, Perano 2016 75cl
£48.88
Made entirely from Sangiovese grapes, Rialzi 2016 is bold, highly elegant and vibrant but never overpowering It has an intense, bright ruby-red colour The bouquet is complex and well-balanced: berries, violet flowers and spices are the dominant aromas, followed by notes of toasted coffee beans and tobacco, further emphasising the rich structure of Sangiovese grapes
Nipozzano Vecchie Viti 18 Frescobaldi 300cl
£100.30
A radiant ruby-red colour Among the main descriptors, fruity notes begin with red and black berries, including raspberry, wild strawberry, black cherry, blackcurrant and blackberry These are supported by sweet vanilla and rounded off with balsamic notes, pepper and cinnamon The palate is well-rounded and sumptuously elegant; the alcohol and acidic content balance out perfectly The after-taste is fruity with a hint of juniper berry The mineral finish is long and juicy
Nipozzano Vecchie Viti 16 Frescobaldi 150cl
£51.06
A radiant ruby-red colour Among the main descriptors, fruity notes begin with red and black berries, including raspberry, wild strawberry, black cherry, blackcurrant and blackberry These are supported by sweet vanilla and rounded off with balsamic notes, pepper and cinnamon The palate is well-rounded and sumptuously elegant; the alcohol and acidic content balance out perfectly The after-taste is fruity with a hint of juniper berry The mineral finish is long and juicy
Cocito Ezio Baluchin Barbaresco DOCG Riserva 2013 75cl
£52.28
Ezio Cocito farms a small, 12 hectare vineyard at 400m elevation - one of the highest in Barbaresco The high altitude leads to a lively freshness in this Riserva wine, allowing it to support long ageing, and it is typically released at 9-10 years of age Its tangy, crisp, dark berry character is mellowed by its long maturation, and it shows an attractive roundness coupled to vivacity Cocito is a close friend of La Spinetta's Giorgio Rivetti, and the wine benefits from his oenological expertise
Nipozzano Chianti Rufina Ris 18 Frescobaldi 150cl
£44.44
Balance of components It has an intense ruby red colour Its bouquet has hints of red and black berries, such as black cherry, raspberry, blueberry and red and blackcurrants; delicate citrus notes that add alovely freshness Even the floral hints characterise the profile of this wine with aromas that bring to mind violets and rosehip In conclusion, spicy notes of black pepper and balsamic notes The tannic texture is clearly present and is extremely elegant
Frescobaldi Tenuta di Castiglioni, 150cl 2018 150cl
£50.94
Beautiful, bright ruby-red colour with tinges of purple The nose reveals fruity notes of cherry, blackberry, blueberry and mulberry Equally marvellous are the spiced notes of cinnamon and star anise and light hints of black pepper More general tertiary and toasted notes then emerge It is soft and enveloping on the palate The tannins are resolved The finish is long and persistent
Frescobaldi Gorgona Bianco Magnum 2020 150cl
£208.72
Exciting, fabulous and absolutely distinctive, this has deeply inviting, fresh yet complex aromas of lemon rind, beeswax and honey; developing into a glorious jamboree of nectarine, apricot, drippingly juicy mango, tangy clementine and even an intimation of caramelised maple syrup Lively, fresh and beguiling, with Tuscan Vermentino's easy charm, it has further layers of richness that sets it apart as a particularly special wine On the palate, orange blossom honey, elderflower, apricot puree and lemon sorbet Beautifully sumptuous, rounded texture, with a brisk, briny brightness that attests to its island origin Miniscule quantities are made from the island's five hectares of vineyard This wine has a unique story - made on Europe's only island prison, Gorgona, by inmates nearing the end of long sentences Frescobaldi agreed to work with the Italian Justice Ministry to help provide prisoners with skills and savings to prepare them for life on the outside Indeed, upon release, a number of Gorgona 'graduates' have chosen a career in vine husbandry or wine production
Montesodi IGT 11 Frescobaldi 300cl
£185.93
The nose has the bold character typical of this vintage Among the main descriptors, fruity notes begin with red and black berries, including raspberry, wild strawberry, black cherry, blackcurrant and blackberry These are supported by sweet vanillaand rounded off with balsamic notes, pepper and cinnamon The palate is well-rounded and sumptuously elegant; the alcohol and acidic content balance out perfectly The tannins are smooth and well integrated
Frescobaldi Masso Vivo 2022 75cl
£18.26
Once harvested, the grapes were quickly taken to the cellar The first step of the production phase involved the soft, gentle pressing of the fruit The musts obtained were then decanted statically at a cold temperature to make this an even finer and more elegant wine Fermentation took place in stainless steel tanks at a controlled temperature After ageing in the steel tanks on fine lees, Massovivo 2020 was ready to wow the crowd
Planeta Cerasuolo di Vittoria 2021 75cl
£18.90
Light ruby colour with a pink and purple hue Intense fruity bouquet with notes of strawberries, cherries, dry fig and raisins Palate offers nice tannins followed by a pleasant acidity and round full mouthfeel
Ascheri Arneis 2022 75cl
£18.43
Pale straw in colour with a fresh bouquet offering fruity, slightly spicy notes Delicate and dry, with great freshness and remarkable balance and finesse
Castellani Filicheto Vino Nobile di Montepulciano DOCG 2018 75cl
£16.27
Intense notes of ripe plum followed by delicate scents of fresh meadow flowers Spicy sensations and hints of leather The round palate offers velvety, steady tannins for an elegant and well-balanced structure, highlighting the wine's fruity core The flavors persist through a lingering and smooth finish
La Spinetta Il Nero di Casanova 2019 75cl
£20.39
It s safe to say that this wine is the most representative wine from the Casanova estate Its name Nero , derives from vino nero which is what Tuscan red wines were tradionally called On the nose it expresses hints of blackberries, blueberries, and ripe cherries with slight spicy notes Upon tasting it displays a full body with a very immersive character The tannins are velvety and in perfect harmony with extraordinary freshness The excellent acidity makes for a wonderful finish