Italian Red Wines
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PIANI BARBERA D’ALBA D.O.C.
£22.10 – £132.60750ml BottlesThe location of this vineyard, the Piani hill, has always been well-known for high quality Barbera production, and the elegance of many Barbera (a grape traditionally rich in colour and acidity but poor in tannins) from the Langhe region has a good structure which gives to this wine a particular identity.
On the nose: The very fine olfactory sensations grow slowly, providing first fruity nuances of blackberry and cooked plum and subsequently vinous, of fermentation, typical of Barbera, with the right aromatic contribution of wood
On the palate: Acidic impressions characterise this wine which does not hide its tannic endowment. The good structural breadth makes it particularly interesting and has a persistent length.
Recommended combination with food: A perfect match for:
- Seared rabbit livers
- Thai duck noodle soup
- Roasted, herb-crusted lamb rack
Serve at 16 – 18°C
GRAPE VARIETY – Barbera
PRODUCTION AREA – Piemonte
ALCOHOL – 14.0% -
Primitivo di Manduria
£14.50 – £87.00750ml Bottles
Primitivo di Manduria is once again ranked as a top Italian red wine. This dark-skinned grape is used to make an intense, inky tannic red wine. The flat clayey and calcareous terrain, and the hot dry climate, enable this grape to develop, ripen and mature, creating a mouth-feel that is full, smooth and silky. The grapes are hand-picked, destemmed and after crushing, go through a 7 day maceration at 25-26C the a period of malolactic fermentation. Aged in stainless steel tanks until bottled.
On the nose: Luxurious perfume of ripe cherries, blackberries and plum with pleasant notes of chocolate and vanilla, wild berries jam, violet and pepper
On the palate: Remarkable structure, and soft thanks to the presence of sweet tannins, with a long, warm finish. High acidity and a full, rounded body.
Recommended combination with food: Perfect with roast pork in crust, wild boar alla cacciatora. Traditionally: meat stew, lamb with baked potatoes
Serve at 18°C
VINTAGE: 2018
GRAPE VARIETY – Primitivo
PRODUCTION AREA – Puglia
ALCOHOL – 14.0% -
Recioto Della Valpolicella Negrar
£23.00 – £125.00500ml Bottles
The history of this wine goes back a long way, dating back to the ancient Romans and the famous wine called “Retico” which was so highly praised and enjoyed by Latin poets.
Today, known as Recioto, the wine is symbolic of the viticulture of Valpolicella Classico; a wine produced after “Appassimento”, or natural drying and shrivelling of the grapes, and it is also considered to be the origin of the world famous Amarone as we know it.
Recommended combination with food: desserts, pies, Christmas puddings
Serve at 14-16°C
VINTAGE: N.V.
GRAPE VARIETY – Corvina, Corvinone, Rondinella
PRODUCTION AREA – Verona
ALCOHOL – 12.5% -
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REFOSCO LISON PRAMAGGIORE D.O.C.
£11.75 – £70.50750ml BottlesIn production of this Refosco the maceration of the grape skins lasts roughly ten days, and then, once malolactic fermentation is complete, some of the wine is racked into French oak barriques, to be blended with the remainder. The combined wine is then aged in steel vats, after maturation.
On the nose: Broad, lingering aromas, hinting at Parma violets and red berry fruits.
On the palate: Intense, persistent flavour is perked up by attractively husky tannins and a varietal twist of bitterness on the finish.
Recommended combination with food: A perfect match for:
- Beef bourguignon
- Moussaka
- Braised beef cheek with chilli and lime
Serve at 16 – 18°C
GRAPE VARIETY – Refosco
PRODUCTION AREA – Veneto
ALCOHOL – 13.0% -
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Ribera Del Duero Viyuela Crianza
£11.75 – £88.20750ml Bottles
A classic Primitivo wine high in both alcohol and tannins, intensely flavored and deeply colored. Rich and characterful with generous aromas and concentration of ripe plum, black cherry with notes of dried fruit and sweet spices.
Recommended combination with food:
- Puglian spit-roasted lamb
- Beetroot curry (thel-dala)
- Wine-stewed lentils with smoked bacon
Serve at 18°C
GRAPE VARIETY – Aglianico
PRODUCTION AREA – Campania, Italy
ALCOHOL – 13.5%
VEGETARIAN – Yes
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Rubiolo Chianti Classico D.O.C.G.
£19.50 – £117.00750ml Bottles
Sangiovese grapes the most widely planted variety in Italy. Thin skinned, late ripening extends the growing season making for richer, stronger, longer lived wines. It’s hand picked, soft pressed, the must ferments in stainless steel tanks on the skins for 20 days, then 50% of the wine matures in French oak barriques and 50% in cement tanks for 12 months, followed by a further 3 months in bottle before release. The wine is smooth, fruit-rich, and delicious, with supple, well-balanced tannins.
On the nose: Violets, black cherries, plum and earthy spice
On the palate: remarkable structure, soft thanks to the presence of refined tannins, with a long, warm finish. High acidity full body, toast, sage and black currants with hints of bitter almonds and aftertastes of chocolate
Recommended combination with food: Perfect with Lamb, Pappardelle pasta with rabbit and porcini mushroom ragu, fried chicken liver, slow-roasted pork
Serve at 18°C
VINTAGE: 2018
GRAPE VARIETY – Sangiovese
PRODUCTION AREA – Tuscany
ALCOHOL – 13.5% -
Terre Avare Primitivo
£9.50 – £57.00750ml BottlesDeep red in colour, this delicious Italian Primitivo is mellow, fleshy and very persistent.
On the nose: Complex bouquet of plum, vanilla and tobacco
On the palate: aA smooth and mellow harmonious structure and nuances of figs and baked blackberries
Recommended combination with food: Serve with meat dishes especially lamb and beef roasts, or with mature cheeses.
Serve at 18°C
GRAPE VARIETY – Primitivo
PRODUCTION AREA – Puglia, Italy
ALCOHOL – 13.5% -
Tornamagno Marche Rosso I.G.T.
£17.20 – £103.20750ml BottlesA noble and important wine produced since 1985, it has risen to the highest podiums in the world. The grapes Montepulciano and Sangiovese are harvested by hand, fermented and aged in stainless steel tanks for 24 months and then stored in small oak barrels for at least 12 months followed by additional long aging in bottle.
This wine has won multiple awards over the years, since first production.
On the nose: Intense and persistent, with fruity notes of ripe fruit and marasca cherry jam , floral with hints of withered red petals and flowers and light vegetal expressions. With aging, subtle ethereal notes of vanilla and licorice wood take over
On the palate: Medium to full-bodied, dry, soft, quite fresh, tannic, with subtle and persistent taste-olfactory notes of ripe red fruit, sweet spices with a hint of tar.
Recommended combination with food: First courses with meat sauce and game . Beef, pork, lamb cooked with sauces, flavored with garlic, rosemary and truffle, stuffed feathered game, aged cheeses also aged with herbs
Serve at 18°C
VINTAGE: 2013
GRAPE VARIETY – Sangiovese, Montepulciano
PRODUCTION AREA – Le Marche, Italy -
Torresella Merlot Veneto IGT
£12.80 – £76.80750ml Bottles
IGT delle Venezie is one of Italy’s best known wine appellations. This Merlot is a rich ruby red in colour, with typical herbaceous and plum aromas and flavours. Medium body and high acidity make it the perfect accompaniment to many meat and pasta dishes.
Recommended combination with food: veal shanks, pasta, grilled red meats, rich poultry (duck and guinea fowl)
Serve at 18°C
GRAPE VARIETY – Merlot
PRODUCTION AREA – Fossalta di Portogruaro, Venice Italy
ALCOHOL – 13% -
Cannonau Di Sardegna DOC
£15.80 – £94.80 inc. VatThis best-known Sardinian red grape variety is grown in the south-eastern corner of the Sella&Mosca estate in the Alghero region in the north east part of the island, exposed to the north-easterly winds. Late ripening grape full of deep red fruit flavours, this wine is fermented in temperature-controlled vats on the skins. It is then part aged in oak and reblended to give the final wine lovely violet, rose and cherry notes with a hint of spice.
Pairing: best served with roasts, braised red meats, strong cheeses, cooked tomatoes and aubergines.
13% ABV
Serve at 18C
6 x 750ml bottles
6 x 750ml bottles
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Montefalco Rosso
£19.64 – £117.84 inc. VatAnother from the famed Terre de la Custodia vineyard, this 2013 vintage is bursting with flavours, tannins and character. Made from 70% Sangiovese grapes, 15% Montepulciano and 15% Sagrantino, this wine is full of flavours, depth and colour. The post fermentation skin contact, followed by 8 months of oak ageing gives this wine a Barolo style body without the price tag.
Pairing: best served with game, venison, pork and braised beef.
13.5% ABV
Serve at 10-12C
6 x 750ml bottles
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Primocolle Chianti Classico
£127.50 inc. VatClear and vivid ruby in colour. An intense floral bouquet with violet and iris aromas. The tannins are well integrated with the freshness of fruit make for a Chianti Classico with moderate ageability. Aged for 9 months in barrique and a minimum of 3 months in the bottle. This wine makes an ideal accompaniment to grilled or roasted red meats, cured meats, game meats and medium-aged cheeses.
13.5% ABV
Serve at 16-18C
6 x 750ml bottles
