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 | 2 | - | HK$1,485.00 | |||||
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Piedmont | 1 | - | HK$2,620.00 | |||||
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Piedmont | 8 | 87 (VN) | HK$3,495.00 | |||||
Vinous (87)The 2018 Barolo Pajana comes across as disjointed. There is good energy in the glass, but the wine never comes together in the glass. Dried out fruit, unfocused aromatics and a compact finish are the signatures. |
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Piedmont | 12 | - | HK$2,100.00 | |||||
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Experience the elegance of Giovanni Corino Barolo Vigna Giachini 2020, a distinguished expression from the heart of Piedmont's Barolo appellation. Cultivated in the esteemed Vigna Giachini vineyard, this Barolo is crafted from meticulously selected Nebbiolo grapes, hand-harvested to ensure optimal ripeness. Fermented in traditional oak barrels, followed by extended ageing, the wine develops a complex bouquet of red cherries, truffle, and subtle floral notes. Giovanni Corino, renowned for his commitment to biodynamic principles and sustainable viticulture, brings forth a wine of exceptional structure and finesse. On the palate, the Barolo Vigna Giachini 2020 unveils layers of rich tannins, balanced acidity, and a lingering finish, epitomising the quintessential Barolo character. Perfect for pairing with robust Italian cuisines, this vintage is a testament to Corino’s expertise and dedication to excellence. |
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Piedmont | 2 | 97 (WA) | HK$3,750.00 | |||||
Wine Advocate (97)This is the baby in the bunch, representing one of the newest additions to the Vietti portfolio, with the first vintage produced in 2018. The learning curve in Monvigliero is always steep, or so most winemakers tell me, because very few can go to 100% whole-cluster fermentation. Indeed, the 2021 Barolo Monvigliero sees 60% whole clusters. The Vietti team is experienced, and this wine is pristine. This vintage was harvested on September 30th, and maceration was a bit shorter, at 20 days. The wine shows a delicate film of pink salt with garden herbs, lemon leaves and spring flowers. It is a wine of extreme elegance, but I find that this vintage is especially Mediterranean in character. Production is 8,663 bottles. |
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Piedmont | 2 | 97 (WA) | HK$3,875.00 | |||||
Wine Advocate (97)Fruit for this wine comes from a three-hectare parcel in Serralunga d'Alba near the village, with south and southwestern exposures in a small amphitheater. The soils in this area are older and thus more evolved, but they always create wines of strong character. The Vietti 2021 Barolo Lazzarito is easy to identify thanks to its salty mineral finish, which is almost metallic in taste, and its bright hints of sweet rosemary and wild herb. These delicate high notes form pretty framing to a dark core of elegant fruit. The estate counts five vineyards in Serralunga d'Alba, but Lazzarito is the only MGA bottling. Production is a bit larger here, with 10,363 bottles made this vintage. |
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Piedmont | 2 | 97 (VN (AG)) | HK$3,875.00 | |||||
Vinous - Antonio Galloni (97)The 2021 Barolo Cerequio marries elegance and power in the way only Nebbiolo can. Bright acids and strong floral inflections run through this mid-weight yet dense, layered wine. All the elements are deftly woven together. This nuanced, finely sketched Barolo has always been compelling, as it is again today. |
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Piedmont | 1 | 98+ (WA) | HK$6,330.00 | |||||
Wine Advocate (98+)This is a serious beauty that reminds us of the brilliant work underway at this leading estate. Yes, ownership has changed over recent years, but this wine remains "Rocche-solid." From an epic vintage, the Vietti 2021 Barolo Rocche di Castiglione is a classic with those elegant mineral notes of glacial till and flake salt followed by carefully ripened fruit, blackcurrant and a finely tuned floral note of fragrant tea leaf that hits the high notes. The effect is ethereal but also precise. Fruit comes from two parcels, one planted in 1958 and the other in 1969, and the blend is half of each fermented together. Fruit was picked on October 1st, and the wine saw 24 days on the skins. The first year this wine was produced is 1961. The Rocche di Castiglione site has 35% sand with marl soils that continue to evolve, kicking out more new sand. Only 3,728 bottles exist, and that's the bad news. |
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Piedmont | 2 | 97+ (WA) | HK$3,875.00 | |||||
Wine Advocate (97+)Brunate is also one of my favorite wines from Vietti (and, boy, is it hard to choose favorites) thanks to that playful hint of fresh mint that I usually find, especially in the best vintages. You certainly get it in the 2021 Barolo Brunate, and although I'm not sure how long it will last as the wine evolves, my experience suggests it only gets stronger and more beautiful in time. Indeed, this vintage (with 23 days of skin maceration) shows exceptional depth and precision with aromas that go beyond the mint, spanning instead to grilled rosemary and Darjeeling tea. The wine shows excellent textural support and broad shoulders, followed by tannins that are both sweet and chalky. It shows profound generosity and depth. Brunate always has an intense, dark soul. A total of 4,835 bottles were made. |
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Piedmont | 1 | 98+ (WA) | HK$3,750.00 | |||||
Wine Advocate (98+)You could argue that this is the wine with the fasting growing quality trajectory because this vineyard site is one of those rare places in the appellation that appears to improve despite (or more likely because of) a changing climate. Ravera enjoys an open panorama (at 400 to 440 meters in elevation) that extends to the snow-capped Alps and benefits from cooler air currents, coupled with an amazing quality of light that you notice with the naked eye. The 2021 Barolo Ravera saw its fruit harvested later than the other wines, on October 11th, and continued with a classic Vietti-style fermentation with 20-plus days of skin contact. Simply put, what Ravera offers is complexity (and strength) with hints of bergamot, citrus, herbs, mineral and salt over a tightly concentrated mouthfeel. The quality of the tannins and the freshness of this 2021 are impressive, and that citrusy note continues with tangerine skin and kumquat. Production is 8,700 bottles. |
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Piedmont | 6 | 95+ (VN) | HK$2,490.00 | |||||
Vinous (95+)Nicola and Stefania Oberto are slowly putting Berri on the map. Silky, aromatic and creamy on the palate, the 2021 Barolo Berri is striking in its beauty. Crushed flowers, sweet red-toned fruit, chalk, mint and white pepper all meld together effortlessly. Silky, polished tannins frame the finish. The 2021 doesn't have the immediacy of the 2020, but it may catch up to it one day because of its energy. It is a superb young Barolo—that much is clear. About 30% of wine saw submerged cap maceration. Time in cask was 25 months. |
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Tuscany | 1 | 94 (WA) | HK$1,110.00 | |||||
Wine Advocate (94)A tiny percentage of Cabernet Sauvignon has been added to this Sangiovese-based wine. The Fattoria le Pupille 2021 Morellino di Scansano Riserva shows an impressive level of fruit clarity with lots of freshness and a tightly knit, medium-plus mouthfeel. This is classic Morellino executed by some of the most talented winemakers on the Tuscan Coast. You get unbelievable value with this bottle. |
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Piedmont | 1 | - | HK$1,130.00 | |||||
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Experience the exquisite Luigi Oddero Barolo 2015, a quintessential expression from the heart of Piemonte's Barolo DOCG. Crafted meticulously from 100% Nebbiolo grapes, this vintage benefits from the region's unique microclimate and the single-vineyard sourcing that ensures exceptional terroir expression. Fermented in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks, the wine undergoes a careful maceration process to extract its signature tannic structure and complex aromatics. Aging for 36 months in French oak barrels imparts subtle vanilla and spice nuances, harmoniously blending with the wine's inherent floral and red fruit notes. Luigi Oddero, a revered family-owned estate with decades of tradition, emphasises sustainability and precision in every harvest, resulting in a Barolo of remarkable depth and elegance. The 2015 vintage showcases a vibrant ruby hue, a rich bouquet, and a persistently smooth finish, making it a distinguished choice for discerning connoisseurs seeking authenticity and sophistication in every sip. |
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Puglia | 1 | - | HK$1,130.00 | |||||
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The Gianfranco Fino Salento Se Primitivo 2016 epitomises the rich heritage of Puglia’s renowned Primitivo vineyards. Crafted in the heart of the Salento peninsula, this exquisite wine benefits from the region’s Mediterranean climate and fertile terra rossa soils. Handpicked in optimal ripeness, the Se Primitivo grapes undergo traditional fermentation, followed by ageing in French oak barrels, imparting subtle complexity and velvety tannins. The 2016 vintage reveals a deep ruby colour, with intense aromas of dark cherries, plum, and hints of spice. On the palate, it delivers a harmonious balance of robust fruit flavours and elegant structure, culminating in a persistent, smooth finish. Produced by the esteemed Gianfranco Fino family, renowned for their dedication to quality and sustainable viticulture, this Se Primitivo stands as a testament to their expertise and passion for exceptional winemaking. Ideal for pairing with rich meats and hearty Italian dishes, the Gianfranco Fino Salento Se Primitivo 2016 is a distinguished choice for discerning wine enthusiasts. |
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Tuscany | 1 | 95+ (VN) | HK$730.00 | |||||
Vinous (95+)Dark red cherries, plums, spices, mint, licorice and hard candy jump from the glass in the estate's 2010 Brunello di Montalcino. Ripe, juicy and deeply expressive, the 2010 boasts stunning mid-palate density. Even with all of its immediacy and voluptuousness, the 2010 has enough structure to drink well for another 20+ years. The Canalicchio Brunellos always offer power, but the 2010 overlays tons of finesse to round things out. |
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