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SKU:
14345
Brand:
Merotto
The grapes of the Cuvée del Fondatore come from the Banks of Col San Martino and in particular from cadastral maps 86 - 826 at 230 meters above sea level.
€51.85
SKU:
14340
Brand:
Merotto
The grapes for this appreciated sparkling wine are harvested in a small and selected vineyard in Col San Martino.
€49.29
€51.24
€37.82
SKU:
14329
Brand:
Merotto
The temptation of fresh and elegant, intense and immediate rosé is always irresistible.
€37.58
SKU:
14328
Brand:
Merotto
The temptation of fresh and elegant, intense and immediate rosé is always irresistible.
€71.86
SKU:
14323
Brand:
Ornellaia
Intense ruby red to the eye. It offers hints of black cherry, blackberry and ripe dark pulp fruit on the nose, enriched with mineral and spicy tones. In tasting the tannins are still very gritty, and communicate that they are ready to support the wine at least until the next decade. Excellent persistence and fruity closure. It goes perfectly with land cuisine, and with second courses in particular. Try it with stuffed honey duck.
SKU:
14322
Brand:
Cantina Marchesi Antinori
Cortona Syrah Achelo La Braccesca dei Marchesi Antinori was born in the homonymous estate, located on the Sienese hills. It is produced exclusively with Syrah grapes, harvested in mid-September. Fermentation takes place in stainless steel tanks at a controlled temperature of 28 ° C for 10 days. Subsequently the wine partially ages in barriques and steel tanks for about 7 months, before being bottled.
€36.90
SKU:
14321
Brand:
Cantina Marchesi Antinori
Primitivo Neprica by Tormaresca Antinori is a puliese red wine from the province of Brindisi, aged in steel for about 8 months to maintain a fragrant and fruity sensorial profile. It has an intense ruby red color, furrowed by purple reflections, and releases notes of black cherries, small fresh and candied red fruits and licorice aromas to the nose, revealing a soft, round sip with evolved tannins, awakened by a balanced freshness .
€29.90
SKU:
14320
Brand:
Codice Citra
Aging in large barrels and barriques. Elegant flavor, with a rich tannic texture.
€146.89
€67.47
SKU:
14297
Brand:
Marcalberto
Sansannée, a word that derives from the French and which reminds us that this sparkling wine does not come from a single vintage, but from the mélange of several vintages. Therefore a multi-millesimato Classic Method, conceived through a variable blend of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay which aims, as an essential prerogative, to demonstrate our qualitative constancy through an entry wine that symbolically contains all the stylistic characteristics of our work.
€62.10
SKU:
14289
Brand:
Castelsimoni
Terre dell'Aquila PGI Pinot Noir Aged 1 year in large oak barrels and at least 21 months in the bottle
€68.15
SKU:
14247
Brand:
Azienda Agricola Gorgo
The San Michelin vineyard wants to interpret and represent the Custoza wine even more vigorously and elegantly.
It then undergoes a very long refinement for 6 months in barrels and for 24 months in bottles before being served.
Fresh, fruity and slightly aromatic. Custoza is a dry white wine with bright yellow colors and a complex blend of Garganera, Trebiano, Cortese and Riesling.
Aromas of flowers and white pulp fruits, with dry and harmonious flavours. It lends itself deliciously as an aperitif or paired with fish-based dishes.
€42.09
€89.90
€30.26
SKU:
14182
Brand:
Tenuta San Guido
Sassicaia Tenuta San Guido is one of those mythical wines that all fans should drink at least once in their life! Its fame precedes it but with good reason because the most famous Bordeaux blend in Italy, obtained from Cabernet Sauvignon for the greater part and a small percentage of Cabernet Franc , always manages to meet expectations. Daughter of the Marquis Mario Incisa della Rocchetta and the unforgettable Giacomo Tachis , today the bottle with the unmistakable star on the label, represents an icon of Made in Italy that, year after year, adds value to its fame.
€900.00
SKU:
14168
Brand:
Buccia Nera
It is not surprising to discover that this Chianti Riserva DOCG Tenuta di Campriano produced from Buccia Nera has been awarded several times by international wine critics. After all, it is clear that it is a great product from the first taste. It could be defined as pure Sangiovese, given that in the blending this grape weighs for about 85%. But in this case, to add nobility to the blend, a part of Merlot and one part of Cabernet Sauvignon are added, improving vines par excellence. The vinification of the grapes takes place in three different moments, always in steel at a controlled temperature. Spontaneous alcoholic and malolactic fermentation and 2-year aging in 30-hectolitre oak barrels followed by a further year in the bottle. The result is a complex and structured red. The color is impenetrable, ruby red with garnet reflections. The nose opens with notes of cherry in alcohol and blackberry, to then offer spicy sensations of chocolate, licorice and tobacco. In the mouth it is full, voluminous, soft at the entrance, with nice ripe tannins that leave the mouth dry and clean.
€77.99
SKU:
14146
Brand:
Banfi
Deep red, tending to garnet. Rich and complex bouquet, with sweet notes of plum, ripe cherry and small fruits that blend well with balsamic and tobacco notes. In the mouth you can immediately notice the great structure, full and soft, characterized by powerful tannins that give dimension while remaining gentle on the palate. A wine that lends itself to a very long aging. Throughout the meal, it is an ideal accompaniment to red meats, savory game and aged cheeses.
SKU:
14145
Brand:
Banfi
Deep red, tending to garnet. Rich and complex bouquet, with sweet notes of plum, ripe cherry and small fruits that blend well with balsamic and tobacco notes. In the mouth you can immediately notice the great structure, full and soft, characterized by powerful tannins that give dimension while remaining gentle on the palate. A wine that lends itself to a very long aging. Throughout the meal, it is an ideal accompaniment to red meats, savory game and aged cheeses.
SKU:
14121
Brand:
Gianfranco Bovio
The Barolo Gattera by Gianfranco Bovio vintage 2016 is a wine with a very intense ruby red color with orange reflections. The nose opens immediately a little closed to then feel the spicy and ripe fruit notes slowly emerge. On the palate it is soft, with an olfactory return.
€45.87
SKU:
14104
Brand:
Bosio
Curtefranca Rosso Zenighe di Bosio has an intense red color to the eye. On the nose there are hints of red fruits, spices and leather.
€55.02
SKU:
14099
Brand:
Bosio
Franciacorta Riserva "Girolamo Bosio" is a dry, intense and structured sparkling wine, aged on the lees in the bottle for 60 months. It is a founder's reserve with an exuberant bouquet of yellow fruit, citrus and flint and a rich and creamy sip, of great elegance!
€118.95
SKU:
14097
Brand:
Bosio
Non-vintage Brut made from 2 vintages, sugar dosage reduced to just 4 g/lt to safeguard the character of the wine and the area of origin.
€137.86
SKU:
14096
Brand:
Bosio
Non-vintage Brut made from 2 vintages, sugar dosage reduced to just 4 g/lt to safeguard the character of the wine and the area of origin.
€56.36
SKU:
14094
Brand:
Bosio
Franciacorta Rosé Bosio Millesimato pink in colour, it has a fine and persistent perlage, a typical bouquet of berries and citrus fruits; on the palate it is rich, mineral, fresh and complex.
€67.34
SKU:
14089
Brand:
Bosio
Cuvée Extra Brut equal to Pinot Noir which gives structure, body and important aromas, and Chardonnay which gives finesse and elegance. The grapes come from a 3-hectare vineyard, equally divided between chardonnay and pinot noir, which is located on a morainic hill, particularly valuable for soil and exposure. Aging on the lees for no less than 30 months.
€147.50
SKU:
14088
Brand:
Bosio
Cuvée Extra Brut equal to Pinot Noir which gives structure, body and important aromas, and Chardonnay which gives finesse and elegance. The grapes come from a 3-hectare vineyard, equally divided between chardonnay and pinot noir, which is located on a morainic hill, particularly valuable for soil and exposure. Aging on the lees for no less than 30 months.
€73.81
SKU:
14087
Brand:
Bosio
The Saten grapes are subjected to a soft pressing in order to obtain the separation of only the flower must which ferments in thermo-controlled stainless steel tanks, at a temperature of 15°C. Part of the sparkling base obtained matures for 6-7 months in steel tanks, about 20% is aged in French oak barriques and then assembled for the cuvée.
€59.54
SKU:
14063
Brand:
Cantina Marchesi Antinori
Historic Antinori house wine which, since the 2011 vintage, is produced with grapes from the Tignanello estate. It is composed almost entirely of Sangiovese grapes combined with a small amount of other complementary varieties. A wine that presents itself as the full expression of the quality and elegance of the Sangiovese of these areas.
€21.90
SKU:
14047
Brand:
Campi Valerio
AE is a tribute to the city of Isernia. Ruby red color with violet reflections. the nose is complex and persistent with hints reminiscent of balsamic herbs and ripe red berries. Full-bodied, rightly tannic.
€90.10
SKU:
14043
Brand:
Giuseppe Attanasio
White wine with a golden yellow color with hints of honey and acacia.
€137.74
SKU:
14042
Brand:
Giuseppe Attanasio
Vermentino di Sardegna Camminera Audarya: “Sa Camminera” is the walkway that runs along the vineyards. For some, certainly for us, it is the gateway to a magical world. Our Vermentino di Sardegna is also called Camminera, obtained from selected grapes from our best vineyards, selected for the characteristics and exposure of the soil.
€68.93
SKU:
14026
Brand:
Quintarelli
Alzero is an IGT appellation wine produced in Veneto by the renowned Giuseppe Quintarelli farm. The Alzero IGP Veneto red wine is one of the best red wines in Italy and in the world, a Venetian masterpiece that comes from Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot grapes .
€840.58
SKU:
14021
Brand:
Scrimaglio
Limited production commemorative fiat racing team. A gift idea: wines with automotive design!
Large format wines are a popular choice for special occasions and among wine collectors. They come in a variety of sizes and offer a variety of advantages over standard bottles. In this article, we'll explore everything you need to know about large format wines, from their benefits to storage and purchasing.
The advantages of large format wines
Large format wines offer numerous advantages over standard bottles. First, most wines in large formats age better than standard bottles. This is because the amount of oxygen entering the bottle is lower than in standard bottles. Furthermore, the larger capacity of wine in a single container means that temperature fluctuations are less significant, reducing the risk of damage to the wine.
Secondly, large format wines are an ideal choice for special occasions. A large bottle quickly becomes the center of attention and impresses guests. Furthermore, a single large bottle is much easier to manage than many smaller ones. For example, if you're hosting a dinner for a large group, you can use several large bottles to facilitate service.
Large format wine sizes
Large format wines are available in different sizes, each with a specific name:
Magnum : 1.5 litres, equal to two standard bottles
Jeroboam : 3 liters, equal to four standard bottles
Rehoboam : 4.5 liters, equal to six standard bottles
Methuselah : 6 liters, equal to eight standard bottles
Salmanazar : 9 liters, equal to twelve standard bottles
Balthazar : 12 liters, equal to sixteen standard bottles
Nebuchadnezzar : 15 litres, equal to twenty standard bottles
Storage of large format wines
Storing large-format wines is an important aspect to consider. Because these bottles are larger than standard bottles, storage can be more complicated. Most cellars don't have shelves or space suitable for large bottles, so planning ahead is essential.
Additionally, large bottles may take longer to adjust to the ambient temperature in which they are stored. To avoid temperature fluctuations, it's important to store large bottles in a cool, dry place.
Purchase of large format wines
Buying large format wines can be an excellent choice for wine collectors and for special occasions. However, it's important to pay attention to the bottles' origin. Large bottles can be more susceptible to counterfeiting than standard bottles, so it's important to buy from reputable and trustworthy sellers.
What are large format wines?
Large format wine bottles are larger than the standard 750ml bottle. There are numerous larger wine bottle sizes, including the Magnum (1.5 liters), the Double Magnum (3 liters), the Jeroboam (4.5 liters), the Rehoboam (4.5 liters), the Methuselah (6 liters), the Salmanazar (9 liters), the Balthazar (12 liters), and the Nebuchadnezzar (15 liters).
Why choose large-format wines?
There are many reasons to choose a larger bottle of wine over the traditional 750 ml bottles. First, wine in larger formats is more stable than standard bottles, thanks to the greater volume of wine in the bottle and the smaller amount of air coming into contact with the wine.
Secondly, wines in large formats develop more slowly, meaning they can be stored for a longer period without undergoing any alteration. Furthermore, these wines have greater harmony and balance than standard bottles, thanks to the greater contact surface between the wine and the cork.
Finally, wines in large formats are ideal for special occasions, such as weddings, anniversaries, birthdays, or corporate events, because they have a greater visual impact and can satisfy the palates of a greater number of people.
How to choose a large format wine?
Choosing a large-format wine depends on the type of wine and your personal needs. Generally, the wines best suited to larger formats are those that require a longer aging period, such as structured red wines, complex white wines, or sweet dessert wines.
Furthermore, it's important to choose a high-quality wine, because the larger the quantity of wine in the bottle, the greater the chance of defects appearing. It's therefore important to purchase wines in large formats from reputable retailers who offer guarantees regarding the wine's quality and shelf life.
Finally, it's important to consider the number of people attending the event to choose the right bottle size. For example, a Magnum bottle (1.5 liters) is enough for about 10 people, while a Balthazar bottle (12 liters) can satisfy up to 100 people.
In conclusion, large format wines are an excellent choice for special occasions and for wine collectors, thanks to their greater stability, their ability to evolve more slowly, and their ability to please the palates of a larger number of people.