Carpineto, Chianti Classico 2022 75cl
£20.14
A traditional Chianti with flavours of chocolate and sour red cherry, delicate and slightly savoury
Costa di Bussia, Dolcetto d'Alba 2023 75cl
£19.93
A fresh wine with flavours of green plum, red cherry and almond through to a dry and sappy finish
San Silvestro 'Ottone 1', Barbera del Piemonte 2023 75cl
£12.73
Classic Barbera with soft red cherry and blackcurrant tones and good freshness on the palate through to a spicy finish
Bonacchi, Chianti Riserva 2020 75cl
£14.18
A traditional Chianti showing cherry fruit and notes of game and leather through to a dry finish
San Sisto Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi DOC Classico 2023 75cl
£14.14
The wine has a straw-yellow colour with greenish highlights It is fresh on the nose, with hints of apple, pear, flowers and aniseed The mouth is rich, tangy and mineral with a pleasant almondy finish
Ca'Rugate, Campo Lavei, Valpolicella Superiore 2022 75cl
£30.54
Savoury aromas of raisined red fruit tinged with chocolate and coffee, silky and full-flavoured
Castello di Buttrio, Friuli Colli Orientali, Ribolla Gialla 2023 75cl
£24.68
Vibrant and characteristically fresh, this Ribolla Gialla offers marked minerality complementing citrussy notes through to a stylish finish
Castello di Buttrio, Friuli Colli Orientali, Refosco dal Peduncolo 2020 75cl
£25.64
A richly fruited wine with succulent layers of spice and earthiness Vibrant and characterful, with mineral tones bringing the sensation of freshness
Frescobaldi Gorgona Bianco 2023 75cl
£110.00
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
Il Poggione Brunello di Montalcino 2019 75cl
£39.00
A fabulous example of Italy's most famous red wine, from an exceptional producer Sumptuous black cherry fruit character on the nose, followed by fragrant hay, dried cranberry, dried cherry and kirsch Underneath these, subtle nuances of creamy milk chocolate, truffle, violet, cracked pepper and seared steak emerge gradually In the mouth, it has fabulous, velvety texture, with great richness from the well-ripened tannins, no shortage of flavour to plump it out and crisp acidity providing freshness and balance This is absolutely delicious to drink already, although 15 minutes in the decanter before serving will help bring out its best The wine's concentration, tannin structure, fine balance and brilliant track record also suggest it will cellar well, so be sure to order enough to keep you going for a decade!
Fattoria dei Barbi Vin Santo DOC Half Bottle 2015 37.5cl
£23.62
A distinctive sweet wine made by drying the grapes on straw mats before pressing to concentrate the sugars and flavour Lots of dried fruits- raisin and prune- as well as a twist of orange peel Rich and nutty on the palate, with a long and nicely balanced finish Sip and savour after a meal or try with sweet biscuits or ice-cream
Planeta Cometa Fiano 2023 75cl
£27.52
Intense and full of character, with integrated aromatic notes of citrus and tropical fruit, white peach, pink grapefruit and wisteria On the palate it has plenty of character with elegantly mineral elements The acidity is well integrated with the fruit, making for a harmonious whole which is without a doubt one of the finest examples of this variety to be found anywhere on the planet
Vietti, 'Derthona', Colli Tortonesi, Timorasso 2022 75cl
£39.55
A smooth, creamy and beautifully balanced Timorasso, delivering notes of pear, peach layered with mineral and floral nuances and delicious honey tones
Michele Chiarlo 'Palas', Barbera d'Asti 2023 75cl
£18.89
A medium-bodied and well flavoured Barbera full of vibrant pomegranate and red cherry fruit with freshness on the finish
Colomba Bianca, 'Lavi', Sicily, Carricante 2023 75cl
£14.78
Refreshing and crisp, with notes of melon, juicy peach and aromatic herbs through to a long finish characterised by touch of white pepper and sage
Agricola Tenuta Colpaola, Verdicchio di Matelica 2023 75cl
£16.26
A crisp and characteristically fresh wine with lively citrus notes complemented by delicate white floral nuances yet beautifully rich, creamy and complex