Italy is a wonderful patchwork quilt of a country with incredible regionality and local traditions. Nowhere more is this apparent than in the rich profusion of indigenous grape varieties that grace the slopes and plains of many of Italy's wine producing regions. Italian wine production dates back over a thousand years but it wasn't until relatively recently that a wave of young producers started to turn their attention to producing eye catching fine wines. Some did this by introducing international varieties such as Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Chardonnay but others have worked hard with their native varieties to showcase just what a wealth of riches the country has to offer. This has had a profound effect on all aspects of Italian wine production and some would say that this is its golden age, with high quality available from house wines all the way up to the great wines of Barolo, Chianti and Brunello.
We are proud to represent some of the true icons of the Italian wine scene and with the recent run of fine vintages there has never been a better time to discover some of these gems. Explore our full selection of Italian wines today.
Bottle 75cl £17.10
Case of 6 £102.60
This is a very attractive and aromatic wine with vibrant blackberry fruit characters mingled with crushed flowers, wild herbs and a bright balsamic note. The palate is elegant and silky textured with a lovely freshness and fine length. A wine which is delicious from release, it also offers incredible value. Anticipated maturity 2016 to 2020.
moreBottle 75cl £17.10
Case of 6 x 75cl £99.60
A supple and fruit driven wine with plenty of length and fine depth, Difese allows wine drinkers to experience the qualities of Tenuta San Guido without the need for long ageing. A bouquet of soft plums and blackcurrants leads to a smooth palate with elegant black cherry fruit flavours which mingle with hints of Mediterranean herbs and spices. Smooth and...
moreBottle 75cl £16.60
Case 6 x 75cl £102.84
Le Difese is a blend of 70% Cabernet Sauvignon and 30% Sangiovese. Instantly appealing with great elegance and length, aromas of ripe, sweet cassis and plum fruit with a lick of spice. Smooth blackberry fruit characters follow with hints of sage and wild herbs balanced by soft tannins. Absolutely delicious now but will age well for the next five years....
moreBottle 75cl £17.14
Bottle 75cl £9.00
Case of 12 £107.98
Bottle 75cl £9.00
Bottle 75cl £18.00
Case of 6 £108.00
This 100% Carricante displays a piercingly mineral aroma; salty, herbaceous, grassy notes combine with soft white peach and a flinty, stony-inflected tang. The wine is crisp, lean with vibrant. Its racy acidity provides a fresh, clear and linear mouthfeel. Lemon juice and lemon peel lead to a long and refreshing finish. The perfect summer drink.
moreBottle 75cl £18.00
Bottle 75cl £18.00
Case of 6 £108.00
Bottle 75cl £18.00
Bottle 75cl £18.00
Case of 6 £108.00
Bottle 75cl £18.00
Bottle 75cl £18.00
100% Nerello Mascalese. This youthful and deliciously perfumed wine has a fine summer fruit aroma. Cherry and floral elements combine on the palate alongside a hallmark red-apple skin crunch. The tannins are tightly packed and fine accompanied by a kiss of oak which adds a subtle roundness. This is an approachable and extremely tasty Etna Rosso; it will pair brilliantly...
moreBottle 75cl £18.00
Bottle 75cl £18.00
Case of 6 £108.00
This fantastic Dolcetto is surely one of the best values in the entire Langhe. Perfectly pitched and beautifully infused with youthful ripe cherry and plum. Plump, bold and impressive, there is a sublime freshness here, lifted gracefully by a delicious vein of mineral acidity. It is ideal for drinking over the next two to three years.
moreBottle 75cl £18.00
Bottle 75cl £18.00
Dark, attractive notes of ripe plum, blackcurrant, cherry and fruit compote create a generous and wild aroma. The palate is suave, rich and full bodied; soft rounded tannins balance an opulent array of violet and morello cherries. There is real presence here as the fresh, youthful vibrancy is counterbalanced by its velvety, layered texture. The overall impression is a Rosso...
moreBottle 75cl £18.00
Bottle 75cl £18.00
Case of 6 £108.00
Bottle 75cl £18.00
WINES FROM ITALY
Whether it’s a fine Tuscan Chianti, or a crisp Pinot Grigio produced in Italy’s northeast region of Alto Adige, the Mediterranean climate and rolling hillside vineyards ensure that the wines of Italy are held in high regard across the world.
ITALY WINE REGIONS
One of the most picturesque Italian wine regions, Tuscany is world-renowned for the variety of wines produced - from sweet dessert wines, to dry whites, to popular Italian red wines. The southernmost Italian wine region, Sicily, boasts Syrah – a wine that compares favourably with the Rhône Valley thanks to the near constant sunshine and dependable rainfall. Explore wines from the small vineyards of Piedmont, nestled at the foot of the Dolomites in the north of the country, and central-eastern Abruzzo, home of the Montepulciano grape yielding great-value, full-bodied Italian red wines.
Explore our carefully curated Italian wines by region.
PRODUCERS OF ITALIAN WINES
Peruse our Italian wines, and learn about their producers. With stories steeped in history, family and passion, you’ll find yourself on a journey of Italian wine regions and heritage.
Find out about perfectionists Bruno Giacosa and Gaja from the Piedmont region, Tuscany wines from 'Super Tuscans' such as Ornellaia, Sassicaia, Le Pupille, Tua Rita, Querciabella and Cantele who are investing in scientific research to improve the quality of the Puglia region, and Musella, producing fine Italian red wines and rosés from their biodynamically certified vineyards. Also look out for leaders in their regions; Pietradolce, Agricola Punica and Romano Dal Forno. And don’t miss Biancavigna based in a Superiore DOCG in the Veneto region, with their range of excellent Proseccos.
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