The Chianti Classico of Tenuta di Carleone has been strongly thought of and wanted as the purest expression of traditional Chianti, being its vineyards located in the most beautiful territories of the Municipality of Radda. The vinification takes place in steel, cement and porcelain egg where the venus is left to macerate for 40 - 60 days. It is aged for 18 months in steel and concrete containers.

An almost ethereal like Sangiovese from the Brunello commune. Medium bodied, dry, and delicate, with intricate layers of fresh herbs and red fruit.

This wine opens with aromas of ripe black fruit, earth, leather and a balsamic note. The juicy palate delivers fleshy black cherry, fruit, licorice and menthol accented with hints of Mediterranean herbs alongside big, round tannins. Drink 2015–2021. KERIN O’KEEFE

The Rosso has a bright and glossy ruby red colour. On the nose, it has aromas of fresh berries, Morello cherry, and blackberries that are complemented by a hint of vanilla spice. This is a fragrant, intense wine with smooth, finely-balanced tannins and a persistent, aromatic finish.

As with the whites, the DOC for this red is in the south of the Marche region, close to Falerio, Offida and Rosso Conero. The blend is 30% Sangiovese and 70% Montepulciano. It has been matured for 12 months in 400-litre oak barrels. It is a dark ruby red with a complex bouquet of the darker fruits (plum, cherry), hints of liquorice too. The first rich sip tells much. It is a lovely rounded wine, full of flavour, some moderate spice, with a terrific balance, quite fine tannins and a persistent finish.

Madregale Rosso is a light-bodied blend of Montepulciano, Sangiovese. Although easy-drinking, simple, and fresh, this is serious quality for an entry-level wine. Hand-harvested from vineyards that stretch from the coastal hills right up into the Majella Massif, the vines benefit from good expositions and large diurnal temperature differences, which are ideal for building aromatic flavor profiles. It has aromas of red cherries and tea rose and finishes a pleasant herbal edge. At only 5g/l of residual sugar, there is no tricking-up to please international palates. Honest and refreshingly drinkable. CANTINA TOLLO, MADREGALE, Colline Teatine Organic principles & Certified organic From the award-winning Cantina Tollo, one of the biggest and best co-operative wineries in the Abruzzo region, covering 3,200 ha owned by 800 farmers.

Le Difese is one of the little brothers of Sassicaia and was first produced in 2003. Made with 70% Cabernet and 30% Sangiovese, it is aged for 12 months in French and American oak barrels previously used for Guidalberto and Sassicaia and a further three months in bottle. The aim is to produce a Super Tuscan wine with good structure and extremely supple tannins. Vibrant red and blackberry fruits with violet and herbal notes. Good structure on the palate with round tannin and good length.

The flagship Cepparello is 100% Sangiovese aged in French oak barrels. This nearly complete vertical charts the history of one of Tuscany's most compelling wines. The first Cepparellos were vinified in cement. The cellar was heated to induce malolactic fermentation and the wines were subsequently aged roughly equal parts Slavonian oak casks and smaller French oak barriques, with a dollop of chestnut barrels thrown into the mix. It was a time of enormous sacrifice, given that green harvesting was viewed as throwing money out the window, and every purchase of new French oak barrels was accompanied by a stern reprimand from De Marchi's father to pay attention to costs. But De Marchi persevered. The fruits of his hard labor and pricing are amply captured in these magnificent wines. Always one of the benchmarks for Sangiovese, 2013 doesn't disappoint. It boasts alluring scents of blue flower, perfumed berry, exotic spice and a whiff of French oak that flow over to the vibrant, elegant palate along with wild cherry, raspberry compote and licorice. Bright acidity and taut, fine-grained tannins provide an age-worthy framework. Give it time to develop to its maximum potential. Drink 2021–2033. KERIN O’KEEFE

“A very special wine in the making.” - Antonio Galloni There are pygmies in the Congo basin, who will roll their eyes, yawn, and turn in for the night if you tell them about the 2016 vintage in Tuscany. It’s the worst-kept secret in wine, but it’s worth repeating one more time because the elements rarely align so perfectly. Felsina have fashioned a tremendous, age-worthy Sangiovese with the release of their Fontalloro 2016, a wine packed with hedonistic fruit and a structure to last for 20-30 years. Fontalloro is the most representative expression of Fèlsina’s Sangiovese. Fontalloro grapes come from vineyards straddling the border between Chianti Classico and the Chianti Colli Senesi denomination. Aromas of dark-skinned fruit, exotic spice, blue flower, and menthol shape the nose. It's linear, focused, ethereally elegant, offering succulent Morello cherry, raspberry compote, and star anise alongside fine-grained tannins. Fresh acidity lends balance. Drink now(2020) -2036.

Established in the mid-1800s, Biondi-Santi is one of Italy’s greatest historic estates. While some might argue that Barolo is the king of Italian wines, when looking at the extraordinary balance, elegance, and longevity of Biondi-Santi’s wines, there is a compelling argument that it is Brunello that deserves the crown. Fragrant and loaded with finesse, this stunning red still shows the estate's hallmark of elegance and structure, opening with enticing scents of rose, iris, wild red berry, and a whiff of new leather. The vibrant palate is dazzling and almost ethereal, delivering flavors of succulent red cherry, pomegranate, star anise and a hint of forest floor. Taut, polished tannins and bright acidity provide impeccable balance. Drink 2021–2033.

Established in the mid-1800s, Biondi-Santi is one of Italy’s greatest historic estates. While some might argue that Barolo is the king of Italian wines, when looking at the extraordinary balance, elegance, and longevity of Biondi-Santi’s wines, there is a compelling argument that it is Brunello that deserves the crown. Biondi-Santi’s wines are aged in large, old Slavonian oak casks, which act as neutral vessels rather than transformative structures. The results can be staunch, tannic beasts in youth, but with patience, they can evolve into some of the most compelling wines you’ll ever taste. Underbrush, ripe berry, new leather, and Mediterranean herb aromas slowly take shape in the glass. Showing youthful tension, the vibrant palate delivers red cherry, pomegranate, white pepper, and pipe tobacco notes framed by bright acidity and taut, refined tannins. Drink from 2021 to 2031.

A deep garnet colour with violet reflections. The bouquet is very fruity and intense, with hints of cherry, coffee, vanilla and spice. The palate is full, with soft mouthfeel and complex flavours.

70% Sangiovese, 30% Canaiolo This wine has a bright ruby red colour and an intense bouquet with hints of strawberries and cherries. Fruity flavour, young, fresh and slightly tannic. Enjoy with cold cuts, white meats and fresh cheeses.

On the palate the full body is gratifying and persistent, outstanding minerality. Remarkable tannins, soft and creamy in texture, confer concentration and great aging potential to this wine.

It comes from vineyards located at a great altitude in the heart of the Chianti Classico region, around aRomanesque church dating back to the 10th century. It uniquely combines the freshness and elegance of Sangiovese with the soft structure of Merlot, to which a refined touch is given by Petit Verdot.

On the nose, classic aromas of red berries and violets with subtle notes of coffee and tobacco. It is full-bodied with ripe tannins which are balanced by a lively acidity. Slowly leaves your mouth in a warm, smooth exit.

A complex nose of brooding fruit and flowers proceeds a palate full of dark, ripe red berries and a soft finish. This dry, medium-bodied wine is a true people pleaser!

Inviting aromas of black cherries, plums and sweet spices, with notes of roses and black pepper. This wine is elegant and lush on the palate with ripe round tannins and a long finish.