Isole e Olena owner and winemaker Paolo de Marchi, is a legend in Tuscany and in the wider world of wine. His obsession with Sangiovese has led him to study the grape at a genetic level in pursuit of greater knowledge and striving for perfection in winemaking. Paolos wine are appreciated around the world be discerning collectors as well as those who appreciate the complexity of the wine and the pains taken in their production. The Cepparello IGT is the flagship Super Tuscan from Isole e Olena. Paolo de Marchi was at the vanguard of the revolutionary Super Tuscan movement and these wines are the product of his vision. An extraordinary wine still brimming with revolutionary energy after all these years.

Bright, intense ruby red in colour, Tasca Regaleali Nero d'Avola is full flavoured with notes of sour cherry, mulberry, blueberry and vanilla. Herbaceous spice such as sage add further complexity leading into a beautifully balanced red wine.

The Aperol Spritz pack makes it easy to make this popular Aperitivo at home. The pack includes a 700mL bottle of Aperol and a 750mL bottle of Riccadonna Prosecco. Aperol Spritz is a refreshing drink that is perfect for summer. It is a bitter sweet tasting drink with notes of candied orange. It also easy to make with 90mL Prosecco, 60mL Aperol, 30mL Soda Water.

We used to think that Sofia Barbanera's regular Saracosa was intense. And then she upped the ante, with this lavish, luscious, silky smooth Saracosa Governo. A limited-edition luxury version of her already indulgent ‘Super Tuscan’, Governo uses an ancient Tuscan method of allowing a portion of the grapes to air dry for a period of time, dialling the flavour concentration way up. Italy’s top critic, Luca Maroni, has long been a fan of the Saracosa reds, and this one is no exception – he has rated both the 2016 and the 2017 vintagehere a stunning 98 points! English wine writer Oz Clarke is also smitten by Governo’s many charms, calling it “indulgent and exotic”. One taste and we think you’ll fall in love with it too.

Save the vines and enjoy a gorgeous, rich red! Poggioreale used to be an important wine village in Sicily. It was where Dino Taschetta grew up, like generations of his family before him. After an earthquake reduced Poggioreale to ruins in 1968, a new town was built further down the hill and the vineyards above the village, the highest and oldest in Sicily, were then neglected for decades. Now, with many of the island’s oldest Nero d’Avola vines grubbed up, there’s even more reason to treasure what’s left. Dino recently returned to the family estate and began to restore the vineyard. His first vintage was 2017 and he was in urgent need of a customer. Our Buyer tasted the wine and reserved it all. A year later, we’ve returned for more.

Wine Making Process - Organic Chianti is produced following EU directives and under the strict control of the QC&I, an organism recognized by the Ministry of Agriculture. The grapes are produced exclusively with agronomic techniques which ensure maximum respect for the environment, forbidding the use of synthetic parasitic ides, and herbicides for controlling the growth of weeds. The only fertilisers permitted;are natural, organic composts. Sustainability is at the forefront of Piccini Così. All packaging components used for a bottle of Piccini Cosi’ are lightweight, recyclable and eco-sustainable: cotton fibre paper, light bottle, capsule, natural cork and punctured carton with removable printed side. Simply Natural, Cosi’ to sustainable, Cosi’ to making the natural choice. Fermentation - A selection of Sangiovese grapes, identified uniquely with the soil of Tuscany, is processed at a controlled temperature with a short period of maceration;following the traditional red fermentation method . Colour - Ruby red in colour. Bouquet - An intense classic sangiovese nose, black cherry, redcurrant and just a touch of floral notes that remind of violets. Flavour - Full and beautifully etched on the palate, with excellent depth and structure. The ripe, substantial tannins are buried in fruit on the finish. Recommended With - Piccini Organic Chianti has the body to accompany roasts, meats, veal and cheeses very effectively. Serving Temperature - 18 – 20 degrees C.

Slightly sparkling - frizzante - this is an excellent example of Lambrusco from Modena in north-eastern Italy. Soft and mildly sweet it has only 8% alcohol and is a perfect thirst quencher on a sunny afternoon or as a partner for pizza!