Italy
Italy’s wine identity is best told by its regions and native grapes. In the north‑west, Piedmont rules with Nebbiolo (Barolo, Barbaresco), Barbera and Dolcetto, and crisp whites like Cortese in Gavi.
In the north‑east, Veneto brings Prosecco (Glera), Soave (Garganega) and Valpolicella (Corvina‑based blends, Ripasso, Amarone).
Trentino‑Alto Adige / Alto Adige contributes alpine whites like Pinot Grigio, Gewürztraminer and Sauvignon, and also Lagrein reds.
In central Italy, Tuscany is Sangiovese’s stronghold—Chianti, Brunello, Vino Nobile—and blends with international grapes in “Super Tuscans.” Umbria, Marche and Lazio lean into whites (Verdicchio, Trebbiano, Grechetto) and lighter reds (Montepulciano, Sangiovese).
In Emilia‑Romagna, one finds Lambrusco (sparkling reds), Sangiovese and regional whites like Albana.
Heading south, Campania gives us Fiano, Greco, Aglianico; Puglia is strong with Primitivo, Negroamaro; and Sicily offers Nero d’Avola, Frappato, and whites like Grillo.
Cielo Pinot Grigio 2024 (6 Bottles) Delle Venezie, Italy
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Cielo e Terra has dual roots in the Veneto region: the Cielo family and the winemakers of the Cantine dei Colli Berici. The Cielo family’s bond with the land dates back to 1908 in the Vicenza countryside, near the Castles of Romeo and Juliet, where the great-grandfather had bought Casa Defrà, a small farm with a vineyard. They enjoy making wines with passion and innovation to create signature versions of traditional Italian wines, looking for the right balance between personality and easy-drinking.
This wine displays a light straw yellow colour, hinting at its bright and refreshing character. The nose is fresh and fruity, with delicate aromas of wildflowers and fresh fruit that create an inviting bouquet. On the palate, it offers a crisp and well-balanced profile, marked by a subtle touch of minerality. The fruit-forward notes continue through to a persistent finish, accompanied by a gentle aromatic return that adds elegance.
11% ABV. Vegan Friendly.
Feudi del Pisciotto Grillo 2024 (6 Bottles) Sicily, Italy
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Feudi del Pisciotto is a property located in a rural area of south-eastern Sicily, on the edge of the Sughereta di Niscemi Nature Reserve. The name refers to a small river that flows through the property. The winery and cellars are housed in a historic ‘palmento’ dating to the 18th century. The property and vineyards were all but abandoned before they were bought by famous Italian journalist Paolo Panerai in 2005. The viticultural ideology of Feudi del Pisciotto is based on the philosophy of Giacomo Tachis, who famously proclaimed that “the terroir of Sicily allows any type of vine to be grown successfully, with the right knowledge”.
This Grillo is pale straw yellow with greenish highlights, this wine offers aromas of melon, white pear, apricot and a hint of tropical fruits. Very juicy and approachable, with a round mid-palate and a savoury finish.
12.5% ABV
Il Folle Grillo 2024 (6 Bottles) Sicily, Italy
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‘Il Folle’ in Italian means the mad one, a wild and gregarious joker. These wines embody the best of the Sicilian landscape and warm southern character, resulting in wines brim-full of freshness and flavour. All of these wines are certified organic and represent stunning value for money.
This Grillo captures the essence of the Sicilian landscape and its sun-drenched southern charm, offering a wine full of freshness and vibrant character. Aromas of exotic flowers and ripe tropical fruits gracefully unfold on the nose, while the palate is seduced by its elegance and intensity. Lively and expressive, it’s a true reflection of Sicily’s bold and beautiful spirit.
12.5% ABV. Organic. Vegan Friendly.
Monte del Frà Soave Classico 2024 (6 Bottles) Veneto, Italy
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Monte del Frà (meaning ‘land of the monks’) gets its name from the late 15th century, when a group of Friars formed a monastery on the land. Some hundred years later, the friars leased 25 hectares for the cultivation of vineyards and fruit trees. You can, in fact, still see this document today in the Vienna’s historic library. Fast forward several centuries, and Monte del Frà is now in the very capable hands of the Bonomo family. For over six decades the family have farmed this land, now resting firmly with the third generation; Marica, Silvia and Massimo Bonomo.
A light aromatic dry white made of 100% Garganega. It is fresh and delicate with notes of vine flowers, cherry blossoms and elderflowers.
12.5% ABV. Vegan Friendly.
Torri Cantine 4 20 Trebbiano d’Abruzzo (6 Bottles) Abruzzo, Italy
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Torri Cantine, producers of organic wine in Abruzzo for 60 years, has always made the respect for nature and for the land its priority. The radiant vine-covered hills of Torri Cantine express an infinite variety of scents and all the colours of the earth warmed by the sun. The Torri Cantine vineyards extend over 60 hectares in the municipalities of Colonnella, Controguerra and Torano, in the province of Teramo, from 100 to 300 meters above sea level. The favorable climatic conditions and the generous soil, together with the patient and scrupulous work in the vineyard and in the cellar, have made it possible to obtain wines of great value.
Colour is bright yellow, with a nose full of white flowers and light sensations of fruitness. Fresh, dry and lightly bitter at the end. Lovely with every seafood dish and cold pasta.
12% ABV. Organic. Vegan Friendly.