Italy
Italy, known as the "Land of Wine," is celebrated for its exquisite range of fine wines. With a winemaking history dating back thousands of years and a diverse array of terroirs, Italy offers a remarkable collection of wines that delight the senses and captivate wine enthusiasts worldwide.
In Tuscany, famous vineyards like Antinori, Marchesi di Frescobaldi, and Tenuta San Guido have become synonymous with excellence. Wines such as Brunello di Montalcino, Chianti Classico, and Super Tuscans like Sassicaia and Tignanello showcase the region's mastery in crafting complex, age-worthy, and expressive wines. Piedmont is home to legendary vineyards like Gaja, Vietti, and Marchesi di Barolo. The region's iconic wines, Barolo and Barbaresco, crafted from the Nebbiolo grape, epitomize power, elegance, and longevity. These wines boast flavors of red fruit, floral notes, earthy undertones, and firm tannins. Veneto, renowned for its sparkling Prosecco wines, is also famous for Amarone della Valpolicella. Vineyards like Allegrini and Quintarelli produce exceptional Amarone wines with concentrated flavors of dark fruit, spices, and a velvety texture. Sicily, the largest island in the Mediterranean, offers a different yet captivating expression of Italian wines. Vineyards like Planeta, Donnafugata, and Tasca d'Almerita craft remarkable wines from indigenous grape varieties such as Nero d'Avola and Nerello Mascalese. These wines exhibit intense fruit flavors, vibrant acidity, and a unique volcanic minerality.
These are just a few examples of the renowned vineyards and wines Italy has to offer. From the northern regions of Piedmont and Veneto to the central regions of Tuscany and Umbria, and down to the southern regions of Sicily and Puglia, Italy's wine regions are a treasure trove of exceptional wines. Experience the allure of Italian wines and immerse yourself in the rich history, diverse terroirs, and passionate winemaking that define the Italian wine scene. Whether you're sipping a prestigious Barolo, a refined Brunello di Montalcino, a refreshing Prosecco, or a bold Nero d'Avola, Italian wines promise a journey of flavors and a celebration of Italy's winemaking heritage.
Italy
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(6x75cl) 2019Kerin O'Keefe (96)
From the estate’s prime vineyard in the Scarrone cru in Castiglione Falletto, this lovely Barolo offers enticing scents of perfumed berry, wild rose, new leather, licorice and whiffs of forest floor and Alpine hay. Elegantly structured and absolutely delicious, the smooth palate delivers juicy Morello cherry, crushed raspberry, star anise and hints of saline framed in taut, lithe tannins. Fresh acidity keeps it bright and balanced. It’s already fantastic but will also age beautifully.HK$6,040.00 -
Vinous - Antonio Galloni (95)
The 2021 Barolo Margheria is all class. Dark cherry, sage, lavender, menthol, licorice and blood orange endow the 2021 with tons of character. Powerful yet refined, the 2021 is one of the best versions of this wine I have tasted. Clean mineral notes extend the gorgeous, resonant finish.HK$2,745.00 -
(6x75cl) 2021Vinous - Antonio Galloni (91)
The 2021 Barolo del Comune di Serralunga d'Alba is a surprisingly understated wine. Dark-toned fruit, gravel, incense, sage, menthol and licorice lend notable aromatic breadth before a kick of Serralunga tannin appears on the mid-palate and finish. This deceptively mid-weight Barolo packs plenty of punch. Give it a year or two to settle down.HK$1,850.00 -
(6x75cl) 2008Wine Advocate (95+)
The 2008 Barolo Vigna Rionda possesses striking inner perfume and sweetness as it wraps around the palate. Raspberries, hard candy, flowers, mint and sweet spices are some of the many notes that flow from this effortless, sensual Barolo. Silky tannins are present, but they are nearly covered by the pure sensuality of the fruit. Today the Rionda is supple, sweet and totally inviting. The finish is intense and totally haunting. This is an exceptional, hugely promising Barolo from Giampaolo Pira. Anticipated maturity: 2016-2028.HK$5,395.00 -
(6x75cl) 2018HK$1,680.00 -
(6x75cl) 2021Vinous - Antonio Galloni (92)
The 2021 Chianti Classico Gran Selezione Il Grigio di San Felice is an extrovert. A blast of dark fruit, leather, incense, scorched earth, tobacco and dried flowers conveys virile intensity right out of the gate. In my mind, the two Il Grigios (Riserva and Gran Selezione) are not that different. The Gran Selezione was aged in 70% cask and 30% 500-litre French oak barrels.HK$1,620.00 -
(1x75cl) 2017The Valentini Montepulciano d'Abruzzo 2017 is a true masterpiece in oenology, brought to life by the expertise of the Valentini family, renowned wine-makers in Loreto Aprutino with centuries-old traditions. This luscious red wine is crafted from meticulously selected Montepulciano grapes, an indigenous Italian variety flourishing in the verdant hills of Abruzzo.
The wine underwent a rigorous process, including extended maceration and ageing in Slavonian oak barrels for about two years. These traditional methods have contributed to its full-bodied, intense character with a notable complexity, setting it apart in terms of elegance and longevity.
Boasting powerful, inviting aromas of dark fruit alongside earthy undertones, this exquisite ruby red wine intrigues the palate with its fine tannins, balanced acidity, and a harmonious finish. A bottle of Valentini Montepulciano d'Abruzzo 2017 is to be savoured for its remarkable expression of the terroir and the Valentini family's unflinching commitment to quality.
HK$2,585.00 -
Contucci Mulinvecchio Vino Nobile 2012 epitomises the exquisite craftsmanship of the renowned Contucci family, hailing from the heart of Montepulciano's esteemed vineyards in Tuscany. Crafted from meticulously selected Sangiovese grapes, this vintage undergoes a traditional fermentation process in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks, followed by ageing for 24 months in French oak barrels. The 2012 harvest benefited from an optimal growing season, resulting in a wine of exceptional balance and depth. On the nose, it reveals rich aromas of ripe cherries, dried herbs, and subtle spices, leading to a full-bodied palate with elegant tannins and a lingering finish. This Vino Nobile showcases the terroir's unique characteristics, with vibrant acidity and a harmonious structure ideal for pairing with gourmet cuisine. A testament to Contucci's dedication to quality and tradition, the Mulinvecchio 2012 is a distinguished addition to any fine wine collection.
HK$1,310.00 -
(6x75cl) 2011Vinous (96)
Sweet red cherries, plums, menthol, smoke, tobacco, mint and licorice are some of the notes that meld together in the 2011 Barolo Monvigliero. Sensual, layered and creamy on the palate, the 2011 speaks to balance above all else. Ripe, silky tannins add to an overall impression of finesse. It's hard to say much else, except that the 2011 hits all the right notes. What a gorgeous wine this is.HK$3,760.00 -
Jeb Dunnuck (96)
On pouring, the 2020 Barolo Monvigliero appears paler in the glass compared to the others tasted in this vertical of Monvigliero, but it opens to become spicy, bright, and complete, with notes of strawberries, spice, fresh flowers, cinnamon, and dusty earth. A great wine with the most distinct sense of place, it offers a tightrope of fine tannins, a snappy spine of acidity, and a long finish, with a fresh, balanced, and age-worthy feel as well as savory, mouthwatering tension and mineral undercurrents. Drink it over the next 20 years.HK$3,345.00 -
(6x75cl) 2022HK$1,700.00 -
HK$3,000.00 -
(2x75cl) 2020Vinous (91)
The 2020 Langhe Freisa is powerful wild and gamy. Cured meats, leather, tobacco, incense, dried dark cherry, tobacco and spice all run through this wild, decidedly rustic Freisa. It's not an especially easy wine to taste in this lineup of otherwise elegant reds. That may change in future vintages, though. The 2020 is the first Langhe Freisa that Maria Teresa Mascarello is bottling as a still wine. In the past, the Freisa had been done in the traditional, slightly sparkling style in which the wine undergoes a secondary fermentation in bottle, but the higher natural alcohols of current times make that impossible.HK$1,065.00 -
Vinous (94)
The 2016 Brunello di Montalcino Nastagio is youthfully coy, requiring time to release its dark fruits and savory exotic spices. This is velvety in feel yet not weighty at all, with ripe black fruits contrasting nervous acidity as autumnal spices come forward toward the close. Hints of vanilla, tobacco and sweet herbs linger through the long, structured finale. The 2016 finds a wonderful balance of fruit, structure and acidity, and it should be glorious in another five to ten years’ time.HK$1,490.00 -
Jeb Dunnuck (94)
A deeper brick color, the 2020 Barolo Aleste is also darker and more introspective on the nose, with notes of fresh leather, baked cherries, dark stones, and umami richness in its hint of porcini. It expands on the palate, with ripe, broad tannins, good freshness, a rich texture, and a long finish. Although it’s a riper wine, it’s going to age gracefully over the coming 15-20 years.HK$1,565.00 -
(6x75cl) 2013Experience the epitome of Piedmontese elegance with the Voerzio Martini Barolo Serra 2013. Crafted in the esteemed Barolo region, this exquisite wine hails from the prestigious Serra vineyard, renowned for its impeccable Nebbiolo grapes. Voerzio Martini, a venerated name in fine winemaking, employs traditional vinification techniques combined with meticulous modern precision. Hand-harvested grapes undergo a delicate fermentation process, followed by extended maceration to extract profound flavours and rich tannins. The wine is then aged for 36 months in a combination of large Slavonian oak casks and fine French barrels, allowing it to develop complex aromas of dried roses, tar, and dark cherries. On the palate, Voerzio Martini Barolo Serra 2013 exhibits a harmonious balance of power and finesse, culminating in a long, elegant finish. This vintage exemplifies the producer’s dedication to quality and the unique terroir of Barolo, making it a distinguished addition to any fine wine collection.
HK$1,910.00 -
(3x150cl) 2013Vinous (96)
The 2013 Barolo Brea Vigna Ca' Mia captures the essence of this striking hillside site. A host of lavender, violet, menthol, licorice and tar notes open up first. Wonderfully translucent and yet powerful, the 2013 bristles with energy and pure class. Here, too, the tannins are remarkably polished for a young Serralunga Barolo. Dense, dark and powerful, with nearly buried tannins, the 2013 Ca' Mia is a superb wine with a very bright future.HK$6,555.00 -
The Giulia Negri Barolo Tartufaia 2020 epitomises the pinnacle of Piedmont's esteemed Barolo region. Crafted from meticulously selected Nebbiolo grapes sourced from the prestigious Tartufaia cru, this wine showcases Giulia Negri's unwavering dedication to traditional winemaking. Fermented in stainless steel vats to preserve the varietal's inherent elegance, it undergoes a precise ageing regime in French and Slavonian oak barrels for 36 months, including 18 months in bottle. The 2020 vintage displays a deep garnet hue, unveiling enticing aromas of ripe red cherries, truffles, and subtle hints of rose petal. On the palate, it delivers a harmonious balance of robust tannins, refined acidity, and a lingering, complex finish. This exceptional Giulia Negri Barolo Tartufaia 2020 is a testament to Giulia Negri's expertise and passion, making it a sublime addition to any fine wine collection.
HK$1,985.00 -
(1x500cl) 2018Giulia Negri Barolo Tartufaia 2018 exemplifies the quintessential elegance and complexity of the Barolo region in Piedmont. Crafted from meticulously selected Nebbiolo grapes sourced from the esteemed Tartufaia vineyard, this vintage showcases Giulia Negri's commitment to traditional winemaking techniques blended with modern precision. After a meticulous fermentation process, the wine undergoes an extended ageing period in French oak barrels, enhancing its structure and imparting subtle vanilla and spice nuances. The 2018 harvest benefitted from optimal climatic conditions, allowing the grapes to achieve perfect ripeness while maintaining their inherent acidity and tannic backbone. On the palate, the Giulia Negri Barolo Tartufaia 2018 offers a harmonious balance of dark cherry, floral notes, and earthy truffle undertones, culminating in a long, refined finish. This exquisite Barolo is a testament to the producer's dedication to quality and the rich terroir of the region.
HK$2,195.00 -
Giulia Negri Barolo Tartufaia 2018 exemplifies the quintessential elegance and complexity of the Barolo region in Piedmont. Crafted from meticulously selected Nebbiolo grapes sourced from the esteemed Tartufaia vineyard, this vintage showcases Giulia Negri's commitment to traditional winemaking techniques blended with modern precision. After a meticulous fermentation process, the wine undergoes an extended ageing period in French oak barrels, enhancing its structure and imparting subtle vanilla and spice nuances. The 2018 harvest benefitted from optimal climatic conditions, allowing the grapes to achieve perfect ripeness while maintaining their inherent acidity and tannic backbone. On the palate, the Giulia Negri Barolo Tartufaia 2018 offers a harmonious balance of dark cherry, floral notes, and earthy truffle undertones, culminating in a long, refined finish. This exquisite Barolo is a testament to the producer's dedication to quality and the rich terroir of the region.
HK$1,925.00 -
(6x150cl) 2018Giulia Negri Barolo Tartufaia 2018 exemplifies the quintessential elegance and complexity of the Barolo region in Piedmont. Crafted from meticulously selected Nebbiolo grapes sourced from the esteemed Tartufaia vineyard, this vintage showcases Giulia Negri's commitment to traditional winemaking techniques blended with modern precision. After a meticulous fermentation process, the wine undergoes an extended ageing period in French oak barrels, enhancing its structure and imparting subtle vanilla and spice nuances. The 2018 harvest benefitted from optimal climatic conditions, allowing the grapes to achieve perfect ripeness while maintaining their inherent acidity and tannic backbone. On the palate, the Giulia Negri Barolo Tartufaia 2018 offers a harmonious balance of dark cherry, floral notes, and earthy truffle undertones, culminating in a long, refined finish. This exquisite Barolo is a testament to the producer's dedication to quality and the rich terroir of the region.
HK$3,840.00 -
HK$3,705.00 -
(6x75cl) 2020Jeb Dunnuck (91)
A ripe youthful red color, the 2020 Barolo Del Comune Di Serralunga D'Alba is expressive out of the gates, with fresh fruity aromas of cranberry preserve, tangerine, sweet licorice, and dried alpine herbs. It brings forward good energy on the palate, with a linear feel and a delicate texture, fine tannins, a subtle iron mineral tone, and fresh acidity. This charming wine is drinking well now and will show at its best over the coming 5-7 years.HK$2,235.00 -
(6x75cl) 2021Wine Advocate (94)
Ettore Germano specializes in Barolo from Serralunga d'Alba. The wine that casts the widest net is the 2021 Barolo del Comune di Serralunga d'Alba. With 15,000 bottles made, it opens to a dark color, powerful texture and a richness that supports dark fruit, black licorice, toasted aniseed and candied orange. There is a tart note of pomegranate as well. The wine definitely hits higher on the Nebbiolo intensity meter.HK$2,305.00 -
(1x150cl) 2018Wine Advocate (97)
I prefer this wine to Fèlsina's top-shelf Fontalloro. The 2018 Chianti Classico Gran Selezione Colonia is irresistibly angular and tight, opening a profound view onto what makes Sangiovese so expressive and unique, especially when planted in the right territories. The bouquet is savory and almost sanguine with iron ore, rusty nail and baked clay. But there's plenty of fruit as well, in the form of wild berry and black cherry, that adds to the dimension and dynamic freshness of the mouthfeel. The 2018 vintage saw a few moments of heat during the summer, but the Colonia vineyard is protected by forests and cooler altitudes. Give this wine time to soften in the bottle.HK$1,545.00 -
(6x75cl) 2022Grevepesa Chianti Classico Castelgreve Riserva 2022 epitomises Tuscan excellence, meticulously crafted in the renowned Chianti Classico region. Produced by Castelgreve, a distinguished family estate with decades of viticultural expertise, this riserva undergoes a stringent selection of Sangiovese grapes from premier vineyards in Castellina in Chianti. Fermentation takes place in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks, ensuring the preservation of the grapes' vibrant character. The wine is then aged for 24 months in a combination of French and Slavonian oak barrels, imparting subtle vanilla and spice nuances. On the nose, it reveals an elegant bouquet of dark cherries, plum, and hints of tobacco. The palate is full-bodied with velvety tannins and a well-balanced acidity, culminating in a lingering, refined finish. Grevepesa Chianti Classico Castelgreve Riserva 2022 pairs beautifully with rich Italian dishes, showcasing the meticulous craftsmanship and heritage of its esteemed producer.
HK$1,160.00 -
(2x75cl) 2016With the Poliziano Vino Nobile Montepulciano Vigna Asinone 2016, indulge in the epitome of Tuscan excellence. Produced by esteemed winemaker, Poliziano, this gem originates from the sun-drenched hills of Montepulciano. The winery is renowned for its commitment to tradition, quality, and innovation, utilising hand-harvested grapes fermented in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks. Poliziano's meticulous ageing process includes 18 months in barriques, followed by 6 months in the bottle, giving this wine its unique character.
The Vigna Asinone 2016 stands out for its luscious complexity, delivering opulent notes of ripe blackberries, cassis, and wild thyme, interlacing with an undertone of earthy minerality. Layered, balancing power with finesse, it finishes with an echo of cocoa and spice. Perfectly suited for haute cuisine, it complements robust casseroles, medium-aged cheeses, and rich risottos impeccably. Immerse yourself in the outstanding depth and grandeur of the Poliziano Vino Nobile Montepulciano Vigna Asinone 2016, a true testament to Italian viticulture's grandeur.
HK$1,365.00 -
HK$5,340.00 -
(6x75cl) 2020Experience the epitome of Barolo craftsmanship with the Luigi Oddero Barolo Specola 2020. Hailing from the esteemed vineyards of La Specola in the heart of Piemonte, this exceptional Nebbiolo-based wine embodies the region’s rich terroir. Luigi Oddero, a revered name in fine wine circles, meticulously harvests hand-selected grapes, ensuring optimal ripeness and purity. Fermented in traditional stainless steel vats, the wine undergoes a controlled maceration process, extracting intense flavours and structured tannins. Aging for 36 months in a combination of large Slavonian oak barrels and smaller French oak casks imparts subtle complexities and a refined elegance. The Specola 2020 presents a deep garnet hue, unveiling aromas of ripe cherries, truffle, and delicate rose petals. On the palate, it is both powerful and harmonious, with a lingering finish that speaks to its impeccable balance and longevity. Ideal for savoring on special occasions, this Barolo exemplifies Luigi Oddero’s dedication to excellence and tradition.
HK$4,040.00 -
Vinous - Antonio Galloni (91)
The 2022 Chianti Classico Riserva Villa Antinori is a deep, fleshy wine. Black cherry, spice, leather, mocha and dried herbs are nicely fleshed out. This soft, resonant Riserva offers tons of early appeal and immediacy. Plush contours wrap it all together in style.HK$1,185.00
