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(1x75cl) 2003Vinous - Antonio Galloni (93)
Kirsch, cloves, leather and licorice are some of the many notes that emerge from Quintarelli’s 2003 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico Riserva. Dark, powerful and brooding, the Riserva is a bit less marked by the year than the straight bottling. Here it is the wine’s explosive, full-bodied finish that stands out most. This is a fascinating wine from Quintarelli. I am a bit surprised to see a Riserva in 2003, but it works, and beautifully. When they are on, these wines are utterly hypnotizing, as is the case here.HK$5,090.00 -
(6x75cl) 2007Wine Advocate (97)
The previous vintages of the wine immediately preceding this one are 2003 and 2000. Jump forward in time, and the 2007 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico Riserva will linger on the market for a while because the estate has not yet decided which vintage will be next, but as a rule of thumb, the Riserva is only made two or maybe three times per decade. Only 5,838 bottles of this wine were produced. I'm told that the 2015, 2016 and 2017 vintages are all very strong contenders for Riserva status. In any case, this is the last Riserva to be made in Giuseppe Quintarelli's lifetime (he passed away in 2012). One of the criteria that makes a Riserva is the appassimento process that is extended by a couple of months here. This wine boasts 17% alcohol, and that enormous inner power is ultimately what drives this wine. That motor is enhanced by rich fullness, dense texture and beautifully balanced aromas of dried fruit, exotic spice, cigar box and moist potting soil. The quality of the aromas is absolutely clear and pristine, and the tannins have been softened into absolutely silkiness.HK$31,315.00 -
(2x75cl) 2009HK$19,115.00 -
Vinous (98)
The 2015 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico Riserva is classic Quintarelli to the core, with a vibrant cascade of exotic spices, dried flowers, citrus peels and fresh crushed cherries forming its seductive bouquet. Juicy in feel yet deep and complex, it sweeps across the palate with ripe wildberry fruits elevated by a whiplash of electric acidity as violet inner florals arc across the senses. Long and staining but also impossibly fresh, the 2015 leaves a web of fine-grained tannins as hints of plum skin and licorice slowly fade. This is a rockstar.HK$31,840.00 -
(1x150cl) 2021HK$1,570.00 -
(1x150cl) 2023Vinous (93)
The 2023 Bianco Secco is a model of purity with its bouquet of dusty florals, cracked slate, lime zest and green melon. It opens with a balanced inner sweetness offset by a sour citrus tinge as tart green apple enhances its tension. A salty flourish punctuates the experience as hints of young kiwi mix with apricot through the long and wonderfully fresh finish. This is a refined and captivating vintage of Bianco Secco, a wine that continues to punch well above its class.HK$950.00 -
Vinous (93)
The 2023 Bianco Secco is a model of purity with its bouquet of dusty florals, cracked slate, lime zest and green melon. It opens with a balanced inner sweetness offset by a sour citrus tinge as tart green apple enhances its tension. A salty flourish punctuates the experience as hints of young kiwi mix with apricot through the long and wonderfully fresh finish. This is a refined and captivating vintage of Bianco Secco, a wine that continues to punch well above its class.HK$2,490.00 -
HK$3,176.00 -
HK$2,604.00 -
HK$5,775.00 -
Vinous (98)
Time has only been a friend to the 2004 Recioto della Valpolicella Classico. Soaring and vivid in its beauty, the 2004 is simply stunning today. Bittersweet chocolate, cloves, menthol, leather and sweet dark cherry are front and center, but it is the wine's poise and overall nuance that truly elevate it into the stratosphere of wine elixirs. Don't make the same mistake I have made in the past. Avoid the half bottles. The 2004 is a wine to buy in the 750s. This is as good as Recioto gets.HK$15,315.00 -
HK$11,430.00 -
HK$3,885.00 -
HK$4,615.00 -
Vinous (89)
The 2010 Rosso del Bepi has a savory, exotic and almost animalistic personality that keeps you coming back to the glass, as a dusting of confectioner’s sugar gives way to wild strawberry, spiced citrus, sour apple and hints of flowery undergrowth. Its textures are soft, offset by salty minerals, a hint of bitter coffee and a tart display of red and black fruits. This tapers off a bit short and struggles to find balance, with a slight green streak running through its lingering note of cherry pits and savory spice. Because of heavy rains, Quintarelli decided to declassify their Amarone and produce this rendition of Rosso del Bepi instead.HK$9,285.00 -
(1x150cl) 2015HK$2,705.00 -
(6x75cl) 2015HK$4,965.00 -
Wine Advocate (94)
The Quintarelli Giuseppe 2017 Valpolicella Classico Superiore (made with 55% Corvina and Corvinone, 30% Rondinella and 15% Cabernet, Nebbiolo, Croatina and Sangiovese) goes through a brief appassimento (that leans to the Ripasso method) and sees between five and six years in large oak cask. The wine's maturation has been slightly shortened over recent years, down from seven years in botte. This wine was bottled in February 2024, and we can expect the 2018 vintage to go into bottle in January or February 2025. The 2017 vintage is a little shy initially, but the wine does open to dark fruit and dried blackberry. There are two to three grams per liter of residual sugar that help to amplify the softness and texture of the mouthfeel.HK$4,285.00 -
(6x75cl) 2022An exquisite offering from the esteemed Italian winemaker, Quintodecimo, the Via Del Campo 2022 affirms their dedication to crafting premium wines with immense ageing potential. Located amidst the wondrous Campania region, Quintodecimo emphasises organic viticulture and minimal intervention, resulting in a winemaking process that truly honours the sun-kissed soils of Campania alongside the natural heritage of native Italian grape varieties.
This sophisticated blend of Fiano and Greco reveals itself in a gilded hue, carrying complex aromas of ripe orchard fruits, mingling with subtle mineral undertones. On the palate, the Quintodecimo Via Del Campo 2022 demonstrates a stimulating interplay between opulent fruit character and invigoratingly crisp acidity, culminating in a delicately balanced finish. A fine testament to Quintodecimo’s laborious winemaking technique, this wine serves as the hallmark of southern Italian viticulture.
Indulge in the Quintodecimo Via Del Campo 2022 and savour each note of a wine steeped in the timeless allure of tradition and innovation.
HK$2,800.00 -
(1x75cl) 2018Paying homage to the enchanting viticulture of Oslavia, Italy, enjoy the remarkable experience of Radikon Ribolla Gialla 2018. This meticulously crafted and biodynamically farmed orange wine is the true embodiment of finesse and the tenacity of the Radikon family. Renowned for its labour-intensive practices, Radikon ferments their fruits on skins for a lengthy period, bestowing this vintage with a daringly robust and complex character.
The distinctive hue and invigorating flavours are a result of macerating Ribolla Gialla grapes for three months in oak casks. A remarkable bottle that exhibits raw purity of the grape, intertwined with notes of honey and dried fruits, coupled with a distinct minerality and structured tannins.
Radikon Ribolla Gialla 2018 is a quintessential offering for those seeking a brave exploration beyond traditional wine boundaries, a vivid testament to Radikon's unwavering commitment to natural winemaking techniques. This captivating potation is a tantalising delight for both the palate and the soul.
HK$870.00 -
Wine Advocate (93)
The 2016 Chianti Classico impresses for the heightened level of vibrant freshness and aromatic precision that distinguishes it in a large playing field. Proprietor Maurizia di Napoli tells me that the 2016 growing season was not without its ups and downs. Farming was difficult, and not all sites came to ripeness with the same consistency because it was cooler toward the end of the growing season. Castello dei Rampolla avoids the use of sulfites in winemaking. However, these results are stunning, especially as this is positioned as a more affordable wine. The blend is 85% Sangiovese, 12% Cabernet Sauvignon and 3% Merlot.HK$3,165.00 -
James Suckling (93)
A classic Chianti Classico with plums, strawberries and peaches on the nose and palate. Medium-bodied with very fine tannins and a long, linear finish with brightness and focus. Juicy finish. Drinkable now, but even better in a year or two.HK$1,270.00 -
HK$1,565.00 -
HK$1,985.00 -
(6x75cl) 2022Wine Advocate (92)
Made with no added sulfites, the Castello dei Rampolla 2022 Sangiovese di S. Lucia is a beautiful wine with lifted fruit, wild berry, crushed aspirin and chalky mineral. There is a hint of entrapped carbon dioxide that pinches the tip of the tongue, but the wine is lean, fresh and somewhat spicy. It is redolent of violet, red fruit and bitter almond skin. Starting in 2024, this natural wine will have some whole-cluster fruit, although all fruit was destemmed in this vintage.HK$2,030.00 -
Vinous (89)
Good medium red. Lovely perfumed aromas of plum, rose petal and brown spices, with hints of smoke and menthol. Offers a supple texture and good sweetness and depth for normale, but also a juicy freshness and firm structure. In fact, the flavors of strawberry and mint show a slightly medicinal aspect and seem a bit closed, with the wine's tannins apparent today.HK$5,995.00 -
(6x75cl) 2017Vinous (93+)
The 2017 Barolo Arborina is a big, dramatic wine. Super-ripe red fruit, mint, white pepper and spice are all amplified in a Barolo that takes all the signatures of this well-known La Morra cru and turns up the dial. As always, the Arborina has some nervousness in the tannin, but historically that is one of the things that has helped this wine age well. There is certainly no shortage of character here.HK$3,200.00 -
(6x75cl) 2018Vinous (92)
The 2018 Barolo Arborina is a bit more open than it usually is. There is less depth, but also less tannin and overall structure. All the elements are nicely balanced, though, and that is why the 2018 shows so well. Sweet tobacco, cedar, mint, dried flowers and espresso add aromatic complexity throughout.HK$3,510.00 -
(1x75cl) 2019Vinous (93)
The 2019 Barolo Arborina is a bright, effusive wine. Macerated cherry, licorice, dried herbs, pine and mocha all meld together. Sensual and plush, with terrific depth, the 2019 is showing very, very well today. It's a classic Renato Corino Barolo, perhaps a bit less exuberant than most years, but impeccable in its balance and overall harmony.HK$710.00 -
(6x75cl) 2019Vinous (93)
The 2019 Barolo Arborina is a bright, effusive wine. Macerated cherry, licorice, dried herbs, pine and mocha all meld together. Sensual and plush, with terrific depth, the 2019 is showing very, very well today. It's a classic Renato Corino Barolo, perhaps a bit less exuberant than most years, but impeccable in its balance and overall harmony.HK$2,880.00
Italy has gone from strength to strength, with standards of winemaking improving all the time and more indigenous varietals than ever before reaching foreign markets. Every single region is a treasure trove of undiscovered gems worth exploring, while the more classic wines like Barolo and Brunello di Montalcino have more than caught up in quality with their French counterparts without catching up in price. A dizzying array of style and a natural affinity with food means there is really no need to look any further no matter the occasion.
