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SKU:
16324
Brand:
Montagner
Sparkling wine with a fine and persistent perlage, pale pink colour, complex aromatic bouquet with hints of raspberry and strawberry. Delicate taste reminiscent of apple, white peach, citrus fruits and wild strawberries.
€26.60
SKU:
16322
Brand:
Montagner
Sparkling wine of pale straw yellow color with greenish reflections, minute and persistent perlage. Fruity and floral bouquet with delicate hints of apple; dry, fresh and dry flavour.
€27.29
SKU:
16297
Brand:
Lunae Bosoni
From an organoleptic point of view, this exceptional Ligurian wine has a color that goes from an intense straw yellow with light golden reflections to a slightly more intense yellow with amber reflections, visible above all in the more refined versions. The bouquet is elegant with clear hints of wild flowers, aromatic herbs, spices, ripe fruit and honey. Wide and enveloping, it gives a pleasant sensation of freshness already to the nose. The taste on the palate is rightly sapid, harmonious, persistent. A wine of great substance, elegant and with a good tannic structure.
€56.49
SKU:
16271
Brand:
Massolino
Langhe DOC Nebbiolo represents an immediate, pleasant and rounded expression of the Nebbiolo variety. The grapes used come from vineyards located in various municipalities of the Langhe.
€37.30
SKU:
16242
Brand:
Massolino
Massolino's Barolo "Parafada" comes from vines that are more than 50 years old from the Parafada di Serralunga cru and ages for 30 months in cask. The bouquet is floral, spicy, deep and very elegant. On the palate it is warm and soft, very harmonious and balanced, with a very long persistence
€152.26
SKU:
16236
Brand:
Massolino
Margheria is a small cru in the municipality of Serralunga d'Alba where a slightly sandier soil gives more delicate and refined wines.
Massolino has for years been one of the greatest interpreters of this vineyard through a traditional style Barolo, with a long aging of 30 months in large Slavonian oak barrels and a year in the bottle.
Barolo Margheria Massolino is an austere and structured wine, with a bouquet that focuses on floral and spicy notes and then veering towards balsamic and mentholated scents. On the palate it is warm and persuasive, with a marked freshness that integrates well with silky tannins.
An important wine that embodies the entire history of its land of origin and best expresses its qualities when accompanied by rich dishes, such as roasted red meat or stewed game. Also excellent on medium and long-aged cheeses.
To drink today and try again in 15 years
SKU:
16235
Brand:
Massolino
Margheria is a small cru in the municipality of Serralunga d'Alba where a slightly sandier soil gives more delicate and refined wines. Massolino has for years been one of the greatest interpreters of this vineyard through a traditional style Barolo, with a long aging of 30 months in large Slavonian oak barrels and a year in the bottle. Barolo Margheria Massolino is an austere and structured wine, with a bouquet that focuses on floral and spicy notes and then veering towards balsamic and mentholated scents. On the palate it is warm and persuasive, with a marked freshness that integrates well with silky tannins. An important wine that embodies the entire history of its land of origin and best expresses its qualities when accompanied by rich dishes, such as roasted red meat or stewed game. Also excellent on medium and long-aged cheeses. To drink today and try again in 15 years
€190.32
SKU:
16234
Brand:
Massolino
Barolo Massolino represents the synthesis of the different characteristics that each terroir offers. The company has always favored the traditional aging in large Slavonian oak barrels to maintain a purer and more pure identity. Wide and variable range of perfumes, surprising expressive evolution over time.
€84.72
SKU:
16233
Brand:
Massolino
Barolo Massolino represents the synthesis of the different characteristics that each terroir offers. The company has always favored the traditional aging in large Slavonian oak barrels to maintain a purer and more pure identity. Wide and variable range of perfumes, surprising expressive evolution over time.
€69.27
SKU:
16202
Brand:
Jean Noel Haton
Fine perlage. Color Straw yellow. Perfume Bouquet with fruity and floral aromas, accompanied by notes of crusty bread. Flavor On the palate the wine is fresh and balanced.
€84.77
SKU:
16198
Brand:
Pacherhof
The Sylvaner Riserva "Alte Reben" by Pacherhof is a white wine with a high taste-olfactory profile, born from old vines located at an altitude of 650 meters in the Valle Isarco. It has clear and seductive aromas of white fruit and freshly picked flowers, with very light nuances of sweet spices. The sip is fine, fruity, fresh, intense and mineral
€63.81
SKU:
16196
Brand:
Pacherhof
Pacherhof's Sylvaner is a semi-aromatic white wine of medium body and good freshness, aged for a few months in large barrels. It has a fine and delicate bouquet of freshly mown hay, herbs, fruit and white flowers. On the palate it is clear, mineral, fresh and fruity, with a nice persistence
€47.82
SKU:
16194
Brand:
Pacherhof
Pacherhof Riesling is an elegant and crystalline white wine from Alto Adige, born from vineyards located at an altitude of 650 meters. It gives off hints of yellow fruit and fresh apple and on the palate it reveals freshness, good intensity and excellent persistence
SKU:
16189
Brand:
Pacherhof
Pacherhof's Kerner is a clean, precise and vertical wine, with a fresh and light personality, not without tension and aromatic richness. Aromas of citrus fruits, exotic fruit and sweet spices involve the sense of smell while the sip reveals character, softness and great expressive power
€47.82
SKU:
16172
Brand:
Marsuret
From our vineyards in the heart of the small e
famous hill called “Cartizze”.
Intense and delicate bouquet of flowers and fruit
ripe. Taste sweet, silky, harmonious and
pleasantly aromatic. Ideal with desserts
and truly splendid on all occasions
important. An elegant and refined pleasure.
€44.53
SKU:
16168
Brand:
Marsuret
Valdobbiadene DOCG Superiore Brut 'San Boldo' Marsuret is a fresh and elegant Prosecco. At sight it appears of a brilliant pale straw color with a fine and persistent perlage. The complex scent is conferred by notes of Golden apple and wild flowers. On the palate it is intense and pleasant to drink. Sparkling wine according to the Charmat Method.
€129.93
SKU:
16167
Brand:
Marsuret
Valdobbiadene DOCG Superiore Brut 'San Boldo' Marsuret is a fresh and elegant Prosecco. At sight it appears of a brilliant pale straw color with a fine and persistent perlage. The complex scent is conferred by notes of Golden apple and wild flowers. On the palate it is intense and pleasant to drink. Sparkling wine according to the Charmat Method.
€25.99
SKU:
16161
Brand:
Marsuret
Refined brut sparkling wine with a charm
light pink colour. The scent is intense,
the complex, fragrant and lively bouquet.
Young and lively, it evokes aromas of red fruits
and ripe fruit, full and deep. The taste
it is pleasant and elegant, full, velvety,
soft, with pleasant body. Subtle perlage
and persistent.
€24.52
SKU:
16160
Brand:
Marsuret
From our most protected vineyards, where
the particular inclination of the hill
guarantees the grapes full sun for a long time,
here is the Valdobbiadene DOCG “Soller”: one
sparkling wine with a fresh and delicate aroma.
Hints of ripe fruit. Preponderant the
apple. Inviting, full, aromatic and edible flavour
elegant with good structure. Fine perlage
and persistent
€25.99
SKU:
16156
Brand:
Marsuret
The Cuvée "36" Brut from the Marsuret cellar is a fresh sparkling wine with a pale straw color and a fine and persistent perlage. Notes of citrus fruits, pears and fresh apples emerge on the nose. In the mouth it is creamy and dense with a persistent finish.
€16.23
SKU:
16154
Brand:
Marsuret
From 100% Glera grapes grown in vineyards located between 200 and 300 meters above sea level. After a soft pressing, the wine ferments in steel and is left in contact with the noble lees for 5 months. The refermentation in autoclave in compliance with the Charmat method requires aging on the lees for at least 60 days before bottling. Sparkling wine with a fresh and delicate aroma, hints of ripe fruit, predominantly apple. Inviting, full, aromatic and elegant flavor with good structure. Fine and persistent perlage.
€25.99
SKU:
16152
Brand:
Marsuret
Important and ideal sparkling wine in every
occasion obtained from our grapes of high
hills chosen with great care and attention.
The scent is intense and elegant. Rich in
hints the fruity expression conquers with
pleasantness. The taste is elegant, fresh, savory
and at the same time soft and aromatic.
Lively and persistent perlage.
€129.93
SKU:
16151
Brand:
Marsuret
Important and ideal sparkling wine in every
occasion obtained from our grapes of high
hills chosen with great care and attention.
The scent is intense and elegant. Rich in
hints the fruity expression conquers with
pleasantness. The taste is elegant, fresh, savory
and at the same time soft and aromatic.
Lively and persistent perlage.
€28.91
SKU:
16134
Brand:
Marotti Campi
Lacrima is a very particular vine, grown only in the terroir surrounding the municipality of Morro d'Alba. It is said that even Frederick Barbarossa appreciated it in the distant 1167 AD, when he settled in these territories to attack nearby Ancona. A strongly rooted grape, which the Marotti Campi company likes to decline in two versions: in particular this Lacrima Superiore DOC "Orgiolo" stands out for its precious olfactory bouquet, which, combined with an extremely pleasant drink, makes this bottle truly remarkable.
€30.74
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.