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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Piedmont | 1 | - | HK$10,635.00 | |||||
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Discover the elegance of Castello Verduno Barolo Monvigliero Riserva 2004, a quintessential expression from the heart of Piemonte's Barolo region. Crafted meticulously from Nebbiolo grapes harvested from the esteemed Monvigliero vineyard, this Riserva exemplifies the château’s commitment to excellence. Fermented in traditional oak vats and aged for over five years, including an extended period in French and Slavonian oak barrels, it develops a profound complexity and depth. The 2004 vintage benefits from optimal growing conditions, yielding a wine of remarkable structure and finesse. On the palate, layers of dark cherries, truffle, and subtle spice intertwine with silky tannins, leading to a long, harmonious finish. Castello Verduno, renowned for its sustainable viticulture and artisanal winemaking, ensures each bottle embodies both heritage and innovation. Ideal for aging, this Barolo Monvigliero Riserva 2004 promises an exquisite addition to any fine wine collection. |
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Piedmont | 1 | 95 (WA) | HK$2,240.00 | |||||
Wine Advocate (95)A blend of fruit from three MGA sites (Bricco Chiesa, Capalot and Fiasco), the Oddero 2021 Barolo reveals cassis and dried cherry, but it also shows extra spice and smoke at the back. You get mineral nuances over a well-structured and firm Nebbiolo. This wine requires a little extra time before it fully opens. Once it does, it offers a beautiful mouthfeel with zesty freshness, minerality and lots of energy. It undergoes a spontaneous fermentation in stainless steel, and the wine ages in botte grande for 24 months. Production is 48,000 bottles, and the wine is priced competitively. |
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Piedmont | 1 | 94 (VN) | HK$6,735.00 | |||||
Vinous (94)The 2015 Barolo Pira Vecchie Viti needs a bit of time in the glass for an initial whiff of reduction to blow off. As it often is, the Pira Vecchie Viti is an exotic wine built on an intriguing mix of aromatic presence and understated structure. In 2015, the two Pira Barolos are not as different as they usually are. While the Vecchie Viti has terrific persistence, it also is a bit fleeting for this wine. |
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Sicily | 2 | - | HK$2,440.00 | |||||
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Abruzzo | 1 | - | HK$3,705.00 | |||||
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Discover the sublime elegance of Emidio Pepe Trebbiano d'Abruzzo 2016, an Italian treasure hailing from the esteemed Appellation of Abruzzo. Cultivated by the renowned winemaker, Emidio Pepe, this vintage embodies over 50 years of mastery, passion, and tradition. Harvested by hand, this 100% Trebbiano variety is carefully preserved through Pepe's quintessential adherence to biodynamic practices and spontaneous fermentation. Distinctive in flavor, it elegantly combines floral notes with accents of honey, spices and almonds, unfolding in a balanced symphony upon the palate. What sets this artisan wine apart is its meticulous winemaking process. After de-stemming, the grapes are hand-pressed using a 19th-century tufa press and aged in glass-lined concrete tanks. This affords it an aging potential par excellence. Emidio Pepe Trebbiano d'Abruzzo 2016; a refined embodiment of a true Italian classic, indelibly leaving a mark on the annals of viticulture. |
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Piedmont | 2 | 90 (JD) | HK$1,545.00 | |||||
Jeb Dunnuck (90)The 2022 Langhe Nebbiolo is a brilliant ruby hue and is highly charming on the nose, with aromas of ripe raspberries and floral, sweetly perfumed notes. The palate has ripe tannins and is medium-bodied, with a clean and approachable, pure feel throughout. It a lot of clarity and is a gorgeous wine that’s going to drink well any time over the next 6-7 years, but I love this for its freshness. |
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Piedmont | 8 | - | HK$1,935.00 | |||||
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Poderi Colla Barbaresco Roncaglie 2021 exemplifies the quintessential elegance of the Barbaresco region. Crafted from meticulously selected Nebbiolo grapes sourced from the esteemed vineyards of Roncaglie, this vintage benefits from the estate’s commitment to traditional winemaking techniques combined with modern precision. After a delicate fermentation process in stainless steel tanks, the wine undergoes ageing in French oak barrels for 18 months, allowing it to develop complex aromas of red cherries, rose petals, and subtle hints of truffle. The renowned Poderi Colla family, stewards of the land for generations, ensure each bottle reflects their dedication to quality and terroir expression. On the palate, the Barbaresco Roncaglie 2021 reveals a harmonious balance of tannins and acidity, culminating in a persistent, elegant finish. Ideal for discerning enthusiasts, this vintage embodies the distinguished character and heritage of Poderi Colla’s illustrious portfolio. |
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Piedmont | 2 | - | HK$2,860.00 | |||||
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Piedmont | 8 | 92 (JD) | HK$2,410.00 | |||||
Jeb Dunnuck (92)Rich ruby in hue, the 2020 Barolo Bricco Ambrogio offers notes of licorice, red cherries, menthol, and cedar. Medium-bodied, it retains good freshness and nice concentration while being light on its feet, with a clean, tapered finish. Floral and pretty on the palate, this very attractive red is open now and will have a wide window for enjoyment over the next 5-7 years. |
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Piedmont | 1 | 94 (VN) | HK$975.00 | |||||
Vinous (94)The 2016 Barolo is a powerful, deep wine that is going to need time to soften and further open up. Black cherry, plum, spice, leather, dried herbs and menthol infuse the 2016 with notable aromatic depth as well as a palpable sense of brooding, virile intensity to match its classically built, mid-weight structure. This is an especially potent vintage for the straight Barolo, and there is clearly so much going on in the glass; it is a superb wine in the making. The Barolo is a blend of 80% Berri and 20% Rocche dell'Annunziata. |
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Tuscany | 4 | 99 (VN) | HK$10,775.00 | |||||
Vinous (99)The 2019 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva is radiant in the glass, showcasing the pure class of this exceptional vintage and the Le Potazzine house style. Lavender and geraniums mix with sweet smoke, black cherries and hints of tobacco as the 2019 entrances the taster. It displays fabulous balance, cool-toned, deep and complex, with masses of ripe red berry fruits that saturate over a stimulating wave of fresh acidity. Tannic and long yet still remarkably fresh, this leaves a pleasantly bitter tinge to pinch at the cheeks as nuances of licorice fade. What an absolutely beautiful Riserva. |
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Piedmont | 6 | 96 (VN) | HK$1,965.00 | |||||
Vinous (96)Cortese's 2016 Barbaresco Riserva Rabajà is a brooding, powerful wine. Even so, it retains a gorgeous sense of classicism in its transparent feel. Black cherry, plum, licorice, lavender and cloves lend striking nuance. Readers will find a dark, statuesque wine that shows the explosive power of the vintage. The Riserva emerges from the estate's oldest vines, which are about 60 years old now. |
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