Tuscany & other Central Italy

A vibrant nose full of cherry and oak leads to a powerful yet delicate palate - it packs a punch but invites you in for another at the same time.'
Giancarlo Cuccuru, Lutyens Grill at The Ned.

'Very expressive, with beautiful ripe fruit character, and some toast and spice too, as well as tertiary notes of leather and cigar, all leading to a long, enjoyable finish.'
Christopher Frayling-Cork, The Chancery Rosewood.

£60.00 Size: 75cl Hallgarten & Novum Wines

A bright ruby colour, with vibrant aromatics of ripe cherries, dried oregano, sun blushed tomatoes and a hint of spice, with round, ripe tannins on the palate. Beautifully balanced, and a great gastronomic wine.'
Natasha Senina, Chewton Glen.

'Vibrant red fruit, such as red cherry and redcurrant, with great acidity and tannins, this is very well balanced.'
Giovanni Andriulo, Oswald's.

£24.65 Size: 75cl Liberty Wines

A fantastic example of the category, very clean and ripe, with some floral hints.'
Magdalena Sleziak, Northcote.

'This has a subtle nose of lemon pith, cooked lemon and grapefruit, leading to some lovely bitterness on the palate, with notes of complex citrus peel, and a rounded, gentle texture with fine acidity.'
Tom Fahey, Terrace Rooms & Wine.

£13.31 Size: 75cl Hallgarten & Novum Wines

Punchy and rich, with lovely fruit ripeness that leans towards raspberry, with a core of good oak smoke and spice. Tannins are ripe and soft, leading to a long, elegant finish.'
Christopher Frayling-Cork, The Chancery Rosewood.

'A savoury wine showing some elegance on the crisp palate, with ripe tannins, and good freshness too.'
Vincenzo Arnese, Raffles London at The OWO.

£40.55 Size: 75cl Hallgarten & Novum Wines

Crisp fruit here, with strawberry, cranberry and red plum alongside some just-ripe black fruit too, with a little lift from violet and dried herbs, and well-integrated oak.'
Christopher Frayling-Cork, The Chancery Rosewood.

'A fresh and vibrant wine, this has notes of macerated cherry punches alongside a good herbaceous component.'
Giancarlo Cuccuru, Lutyens Grill at The Ned.

£25.49 Size: 75cl Hallgarten & Novum Wines

Delicate aromas of red fruit and fresh spice on the nose, leading to medium tannins and low acidity on the palate.'
Antonio Polise, LSL Capital.

'An intense wine, with some notes of balsamic in evidence.'
Maria Cintoli, Evelyn's Table.

£22.00 Size: 75cl Majestic Commercial

Ranging from fresh figs to dark cherries, this is showing some development on a palate that's a little toasty, and with good richness.'
Vincenzo Arnese, Raffles London at The OWO.

'A classic that packs a punch, but has all of the elements in check.'
Giancarlo Cuccuru, Lutyens Grill at The Ned.

£69.28 Size: 75cl Pol Roger

A lovely fresh note of cherry blossom, with some cigar box to give some depth of character.'
Giancarlo Cuccuru, Lutyens Grill at The Ned.

'Notes of dried red fruits, like strawberry and raspberry, with notes of violet and lavender too, leading to a rich palate with savoury, ripe tannins.'
Vincenzo Arnese, Raffles London at The OWO.

£35.83 Size: 75cl Pol Roger

A note of pear with some warming spice, and a flavour of macerated lemon that gives the wine freshness, but with enough body to make this an ideal match with grilled fish.'
Giancarlo Cuccuru, Lutyens Grill at The Ned.

£19.00 Size: 75cl Alliance Wine

Intense, ripe and distinctive, this has richness and some good structure, with notes of dried herbs and red berry fruit, and a good finish too.'
Vincenzo Arnese, Raffles London at The OWO.

'Quite classic, with cherry notes and an earthy character.'
Giancarlo Cuccuru, Lutyens Grill at The Ned.

£36.00 Size: 75cl Hallgarten & Novum Wines

Crisp red fruit on the palate, towards strawberry and cranberry, with some green leafy phenolics coming through, and some very good acidity.'
Christopher Frayling-Cork, The Chancery Rosewood.

'An incredible mouthfeel, with good texture and great potential.'
Vincenzo Arnese, Raffles London at The OWO.

£64.00 Size: 75cl Hallgarten & Novum Wines

Notes of dried red fruit, and red florals too, with liquorice, orange and clay pot too - there's great freshness here, with a supple finish.'
Dion Wai, Cabotte.

'Good concentration on the palate, with good structure and intensity, and some crunchy tannins on the finish.'
Matteo Furlan, The Dorchester.

£17.00 Size: 75cl Hallgarten & Novum Wines

A smoky, toasty, buttery nose with notes of toffee nose, leading to some strikingly lean acidity on the refreshing palate, with some savouriness on the finish. A drinkable and balanced wine.'
Tom Fahey, Terrace Rooms & Wine.

'A buttery palate, with notes of ripe melon and a white pepper finish.'
Nelio Pinto, Candlesticks.

£25.84 Size: 75cl Zonin UK

Warm and comforting on the nose, leading to some lovely ripe pear and stone fruit on the very juicy palate, with a herbal touch on the finish to add some complexity.'
Christopher Frayling-Cork, The Chancery Rosewood.

'Very vibrant, with good Intensity and richness.'
Vincenzo Arnese, Raffles London at The OWO.

£18.81 Size: 75cl Alliance Wine

I love the fruitiness here, as well as the more earthy notes coming through as well.'
Maria Cintoli, Evelyn's Table.

'Ripe red fruit combined with some dry rose petal, and well integrated tannin, resulting in a wine that's in balance.'
Giovanni Andriulo, Oswald's.

£32.48 Size: 75cl Alliance Wine

Beautiful floral aromas that are typical of the variety.'
Magdalena Sleziak, Northcote.

'Lovely aromatics on the nose, leading to some ripe fruit on the palate, including kiwi fruit and gooseberry, as well as a touch of almond.'
Nelio Pinto, Candlesticks.

£15.83 Size: 75cl Zonin UK

Elegant in appearance, and on the nose too, with crunchy forest fruits that are inviting and bold, with leather and smoky elements to give some depth, while the fresh acidity keeps this muscular wine in check. This needs a meaty dish to go with it.'
Giancarlo Cuccuru, Lutyens Grill at The Ned.

£41.11 Size: 75cl Liberty Wines

Real complexity on the nose here, with a big hit of dried herbs and smoke on top of that, carried by ripe fruit and balsamic notes. Perfectly ripe tannins on a mouth-coating palate with good acidity.'
Christopher Frayling-Cork, The Chancery Rosewood.

£82.00 Size: 75cl Hallgarten & Novum Wines

This is loaded with aromas of juicy red cherry, red plum, and a hint of sun dried tomatoes with some earthy undertones. Bursting with juiciness and fruitiness, the palate shows perfectly integrated tannins, and a long, persistent savoury finish.'
Natasha Senina, Chewton Glen.

£24.79 Size: 75cl Hallgarten & Novum Wines

A smooth and easy-drinking wine, with notes of delicate red fruit, as well as some fresh spices.'
Antonio Polise, LSL Capital.

'Elegant and juicy, with a mouthful of savoury cherries and herbs.'
Natasha Senina, Chewton Glen.

£35.25 Size: 75cl Hallgarten & Novum Wines

A juicy wine that packs a punch, with dark cherry notes, and some strong tannins, making it a match for hearty dishes.'
Giancarlo Cuccuru, Lutyens Grill at The Ned.

'Good drinkability, with blueberry and black cherry aromas, good intensity and some ripe tannins.'
Vincenzo Arnese, Raffles London at The OWO.

£15.20 Size: 75cl Hallgarten & Novum Wines

Excellent concentration and palate density here, with pleasant chocolate notes and some fine tannins.'
Cong Cong Bo, Amphora Cambridge.

'Dark fruit, rich and concentrated, with some dusty tannins on the palate, and a touch of dark olive and balsamic.'
Matteo Furlan, The Dorchester.

£37.25 Size: 75cl Hallgarten & Novum Wines

Some mature red and black fruit here, as well as a smokiness, and some high tannins.'
Antonio Polise, LSL Capital.

'Juicy and vibrant, with a hint of smokiness, and full of herbaceous aromas too, with grippy tannins.'
Natasha Senina, Chewton Glen.

£22.35 Size: 75cl Hallgarten & Novum Wines

This is showing some kerosene notes on the nose as a result of its ageing, leading to a palate with great intensity - this has complexity and length.'
Antonio Palmarini, Akí.

'Notes of lemon and apple, with some light herbal character too.'
Daniele Di Blasio, Bvlgari Hotel London.

£14.53 Size: 75cl Hallgarten & Novum Wines

Incredible intensity of stone fruit leads to a fresh palate with good structure, and a balanced, fresh finish.'
Vincenzo Arnese, Raffles London at The OWO.

'Bright and zesty on the palate, with some pleasant, slightly-bitter herbal notes.'
Christopher Frayling-Cork, The Chancery Rosewood.

£13.53 Size: 75cl Hallgarten & Novum Wines

Some farmyard notes to start, and earthy too.'
Giovanni Andriulo, Oswald's.

'Delicate on the nose, leading to some strong tannins.'
Antonio Polise, LSL Capital.

'Notes of dark fruit and olive brine.'
Maria Cintoli, Evelyn's Table.

£20.00 Size: 75cl Majestic Commercial

A very bright and aromatic nose, leading to notes of ripe pear and melon on the palate.'
Nelio Pinto, Candlesticks.

'Aromas of banana and coconut, with some nice acidity on the palate, and a pleasant touch of bitterness on the finish.'
Tom Fahey, Terrace Rooms & Wine.

£15.00 Size: 75cl Majestic Commercial

An elegant wine, and youthful, with a light ruby colour and savoury notes of red cherry and herbs, as well as some grippy tannins and a crunchy, juicy aftertaste.'
Natasha Senina, Chewton Glen.

'Pronounced red fruit and spice notes.'
Antonio Polise, LSL Capital.

£14.00 Size: 75cl Majestic Commercial

Ripe fruit, both dark and red, joined by a smoky, meaty component and a touch of balsamic and liquorice, with good tannins and vibrant acidity. A well made wine.'
Matteo Furlan, The Dorchester.

'Good concentration and classic structure.'
Dion Wai, Cabotte.

£35.95 Size: 75cl Pol Roger

A lovely straw colour with notes of lime leaves and lemon verbena, leading to an elegant finish.'
Giancarlo Cuccuru, Lutyens Grill at The Ned.

'Expressive, with crisp apple and pear fruit leading to lemon sherbet on the mid palate, and a touch of petrol.'
Christopher Frayling-Cork, The Chancery Rosewood.

£45.51 Size: 75cl Alliance Wine

A very fresh and enjoyable wine, with great texture and a toasty, leesy and phenolic finish.'
Vincenzo Arnese, Raffles London at The OWO.

'Pleasant notes of juicy apple, pear, lemon and stone fruit, and a touch of green phenolic notes providing a refreshing lift.'
Christopher Frayling-Cork, The Chancery Rosewood.

£11.59 Size: 75cl Alliance Wine

Dark fruit with some sweet vanilla spice, and a touch of cedar and cigar box, with great structure on the palate - powerful and intense.'
Matteo Furlan, The Dorchester.

'Red apple skin with some balsamic complexity, leading to fleshy, brooding fruit and concentration on the powerful palate, with muscular tannins and a long, herbal finish.'
Dion Wai, Cabotte.

£36.00 Size: 75cl Hallgarten & Novum Wines

Ripe, but not overly so, with a good attack and balance on the palate - juicy and very pleasant.'
Dion Wai, Cabotte.

'Red cherry and violet aromas, with a balsamic touch, leading to sweet cherry notes on the palate.'
Matteo Furlan, The Dorchester.

£11.50 Size: 75cl Alliance Wine

Dried herbal notes accompanied by ripe lemon and lemon zest.'
Magdalena Sleziak, Northcote.

'Subtle apple and pear aromas, with a hint of tea and spice, leading to a subtle palate with some nuttiness and a soft finish. A gentle wine, and very drinkable.'
Tom Fahey, Terrace Rooms & Wine.

£11.09 Size: 75cl Alliance Wine

Smoky, toasty and buttery, with notes of toffee as well as some coconut and almond. Weighty, but with enough acidity to cut through.'
Tom Fahey, Terrace Rooms & Wine.

'Notes of pineapple and lemon on the palate.'
Nelio Pinto, Candlesticks.

£62.85 Size: 75cl Liberty Wines

Opening with notes of mature black fruit, as well as some tar and sweet spice, joined by some high tannins and acidity.'
Antonio Polise, LSL Capital.

'This has some integrated oak and soft tannins.'
Maria Cintoli, Evelyn's Table.

'A juicy, bright wine with potential to age.'
Natasha Senina, Chewton Glen.

£39.00 Size: 75cl Hallgarten & Novum Wines

Good concentration here, with some pleasant chocolate-coated cherry notes.'
Cong Cong Bo, Amphora Cambridge.

'There's depth to the fruit, with layers of earthiness and herbs, wonderful concentration and balance, and a long, tannic finish.'
Dion Wai, Cabotte.

£27.00 Size: 75cl Hallgarten & Novum Wines

Elegant and fresh, with a great fruit profile, some good acidity and ripe, crisp tannins.'
Vincenzo Arnese, Raffles London at The OWO.

'A fruity wine, with tannins that are showing some good ripeness.'
Christopher Frayling-Cork, The Chancery Rosewood.

£24.40 Size: 75cl Liberty Wines

Precise and well made, with crunchy fruit notes of red berry and wild strawberry, and generous tannins.'
Matteo Furlan, The Dorchester.

'A classic nose of cherry, violet and leather - fantastic value, really overdelivering for the price.'
Cong Cong Bo, Amphora Cambridge.

£13.72 Size: 75cl Hallgarten & Novum Wines

Elegant, with notes of savoury red cherries, and a hint of thyme and oregano - this is vibrant, with juicy acidity and some grippy tannins.'
Natasha Senina, Chewton Glen.

'Made in a juicy style, and easy drinking, with some floral notes.'
Maria Cintoli, Evelyn's Table.

£21.44 Size: 75cl Hallgarten & Novum Wines

Candied fruits with a nice herbal and sweet spice uplift, and quite full bodied with crisp tannins.'
Vincenzo Arnese, Raffles London at The OWO.

'Very approachable and well made, with bright red fruits and a slightly phenolic green character, balanced acidity and ripe tannins.'
Christopher Frayling-Cork, The Chancery Rosewood.

£11.79 Size: 75cl Alliance Wine