Intense ruby red. The nose reveals notes of red fruit, in particular blackberry and blueberry, tobacco and vanilla. On the palate it is full, robust, outlined by a good freshness, of great persistence. Throughout the meal, it goes well with stewed red meats and game, excellent with spicy cheeses.
Intense and bright ruby red color to the eye. The nose is opened by the classic floral hints of violet, then followed by the fruity notes of plum, morello cherry and cherry, finally completed by a pleasant mineral nuance. The mouth continues on the path traced by the sense of smell, revealing itself to be typical, punctual and of excellent length.
Perfect to accompany red meat, it is ideal to be paired with the cut of Chianina.
The Chianti Classico of Castellare di Castellina is born in vineyards located in the municipality of Castellina in Chianti. It is produced with 95% Sangiovese grapes and 5% Canaiolo grapes, harvested in October. Fermentation takes place in stainless steel tanks at a controlled temperature of 28 ° C for 15-20 days. Subsequently the wine is aged in barrique for 7 months, and for a further 7 months in the bottle. This Chianti Classico is characterized by a brilliant ruby red color with purple reflections. The nose opens with hints of cherries and violets, enriched by pleasant spicy notes of licorice and vanilla. On the palate it is balanced, with harmonious and delicate tannins. The wine has a finish that gives pleasant sweet sensations. Perfect to accompany cold cuts, first courses with meat sauce and roasts, it is ideal in combination with stews, game and aged cheeses.
Dishes based on red meats, game and aged cheeses. Also ideal for pleasant meditations.
The Contado is obtained from the vinification in purity of Aglianico grapes grown on the hills of Molise in the Camarda vineyard. Vinified in small steel fermenters with long maceration. The wine is aged for about three years, one of which in barriques and tonneaux.
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.
Cantalupi Negroamaro is characterized by an intense ruby red color, tending to take on pleasant garnet reflections with aging. It has an intense fruit aroma with spicy notes. On the palate it releases a velvety, harmonious, rightly tannic flavor. To be served at a temperature of 18 ° C.
Around the 12th century, an ancient villa known as “il castellare de Ylice” stood near our cellar. The name was probably due to the Latin term ilex (holm oak), a particular variety of oak very common in our area. To date, no trace has remained of this historic villa, but the passion and respect we have for our territory has prompted us to pass on the name of that ancient presence.
Pinot Noir Matan grows in the most prestigious areas in Montagna for this vine. Thanks to the terroir, this wine is characterized by character, elegance, delicacy and aromatic notes. The considerable temperature range between day and night, which characterizes the ripening phase of the grapes, makes this robust dark red wine, with an aroma of wild berries, particularly structured.
Pairings
excellent as an aperitif and with all seafood, white meats and fresh cheeses.Every occasion is good to toast with sincere taste.
Pairings
appetizers, savory first courses of meat or fish, second courses of fish, roasted white meats, fresh or semi-aged cheeses.
A classic. A well-assorted line that gives a lot, ideal for flavoring moments of healthy conviviality with joy.
Pairings
Excellent with appetizers, savory first courses, meat main courses, fresh and semi-aged cheeses.
Every occasion is good to toast with sincere taste.
Pairings
Fish appetizers, shellfish, fish risotto, spaghetti with clams, chitarrina allo scoglio, roasted fish, salmon, white meats and fresh cheeses.
Wine with an intense ruby color with nuances that turn towards garnet. The nose opens with the characteristic hints of wild strawberries and raspberry, strawberry and morello cherries, with a finish of sweet spices: vanilla, sweet pipe tobacco leaf and coffee. In the mouth we find it dry, the typical tannins of Sagrantino are modulated by the freshness and good alcohol content that make it a well-structured wine. Available in different sizes (from 0.75 up to 5 liters) and in special packs (min. Two bottles) or to be packaged for original gift ideas or unforgettable memories.
Wine with an intense ruby color with nuances that turn towards garnet. The nose opens with the characteristic hints of wild strawberries and raspberry, strawberry and morello cherries, with a finish of sweet spices: vanilla, sweet pipe tobacco leaf and coffee. In the mouth we find it dry, the typical tannins of Sagrantino are modulated by the freshness and good alcohol content that make it a well-structured wine. Available in different sizes (from 0.75 up to 5 liters) and in special packs (min. Two bottles) or to be packaged for original gift ideas or unforgettable memories.
Wine with an intense ruby color. This wine is the result of a perfect blend of three grape varieties: Sangiovese, Merlot and Sagrantino. The nose opens with a hint of red fruits, harmonized by the presence of Sagrantino which completes the tones with sensations of wild strawberry and raspberry. Wine with good structure and alcoholic strength, good freshness and flavor. Harmonious and well balanced wine.
It goes well with first courses with game sauces, roasts and grilled red meat.
Excellent in combination with pastry desserts, fruit tarts, homemade focaccias and even desserts with creams.
Excellent pairing with small dry pastries or typical sweets such as "fregolota".
The potential of the volcanic soil sloping down towards the sea and the meeting with Riccardo Cotarella, a winemaker of great value particularly sensitive to the recovery and enhancement of Southern wines, led to the birth, in 1994, of a product that aroused incredible emotion in everyone . With a balanced blend of Aglianico and Piedirosso, also known as "Pere 'e Palummo" obtained from vineyards exposed to the South West, between four hundred and five hundred meters on the enchanting gulf of Gaeta, the "Terra di Lavoro", a wine of great structure, suitably aged in small oak barrels.
A prestigious red for collectors, ambassador of two Made in Italy excellences. \ n \ nWith an intense ruby red color, Tancredi 2018 Limited Edition combines notes of red fruit, mulberry and blueberry, with balsamic notes and delicate hints of licorice and sweet tobacco. On the palate it expresses all its enveloping personality with perfectly integrated tannins and long persistence.
A prestigious red for collectors, ambassador of two Made in Italy excellences. \ n \ nWith an intense ruby red color, Tancredi 2018 Limited Edition combines notes of red fruit, mulberry and blueberry, with balsamic notes and delicate hints of licorice and sweet tobacco. On the palate it expresses all its enveloping personality with perfectly integrated tannins and long persistence.
A prestigious red for collectors, ambassador of two Made in Italy excellences. With an intense ruby red color, Tancredi 2018 Limited Edition combines notes of red fruit, mulberry and blueberry, with balsamic notes and delicate hints of licorice and sweet tobacco. On the palate it expresses all its enveloping personality with perfectly integrated tannins and long persistence.
Centorame 's Montepulciano Castellum Vetus Centorame made from 100% Montepulciano grapes grown in the Atri area, in the province of Teramo, at an average altitude of 200 meters above sea level. The vineyards of origin are exposed to east-west and insist on clayey soils, of medium texture. After harvesting and soft pressing, the grapes were fermented with a long maceration of 30 days in contact with the marc. The refinement took place for 15 months in 225 liter French oak barrels characterized by medium toasting and fine grain. Before being marketed, Centorame 's Montepulciano d'Abruzzo DOC Castellum Vetus rested for 12 months in the bottle.
From an overripe harvest of Montepulciano and Merlot grapes , a wine with a sumptuous fragrance combined with an extraordinary softness is born. The residual sugar resulting from the partial drying of the bunch on vines over 30 years of age, blends with an elegant concentration of extractive elements that recall morello cherry, plum and red fruits, revealing a harmoniously balanced tannin. Its essence fascinates the palate offering sensations of aromatic fullness and fruit integrity. \ n \ nAn important, round, extremely pleasant wine, to combine with complex dishes or to sip in deep meditations.
- Grape variety Nerello Cappuccio, Nerello Mascalese, Nero d'Avola, Nocera
- Perfect with land cuisine, it is excellent with second courses based on meat. Ideal to combine with grilled livers.
- On the palate it shows a great balance between dense and fine tannins and a nice round and juicy fruit that gives it a long, deep and persistent finish.
- Grape variety Nerello Cappuccio, Nerello Mascalese, Nero d'Avola, Nocera
- Perfect with land cuisine, it is excellent with second courses based on meat. Ideal to combine with grilled livers.
- On the palate it shows a great balance between dense and fine tannins and a nice round and juicy fruit that gives it a long, deep and persistent finish.
The Tassinaia is a full-bodied and complex red wine, produced with a Bordeaux blend, that is, starting from Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon grapes and aged in cask for about 20 months. Hints of wild berries, spices and balsamic herbs stand out on the nose. The taste is deep and full-bodied, with great balance and elegant tannins
Produced exclusively in the best vintages, it is an elegant wine, with great evolutionary potential, obtained from Montepulciano grapes. Each family in Abruzzo has its own LALÓ. Confidential and affectionate name for the grandfather, the Lalò actually represents a fundamental figure in the traditional family structure, to which age and maturity confer authority, prestige and wisdom. It is a mature, wise and virtuous red wine, as is a man with knowledge and experience of life.
3 liter bottle of our most prestigious red accompanied by an elegant metal case.
Carefully selected Montepulciano dAbruzzo grapes generate this complex and powerful cru, aged for 18 months in new barriques and for 12 in the bottle, with great structure, elegant, balanced and long persistence. The red decellence in our line of high-level wines, which already express in the name their close link with the land and traditions of Abruzzo.
From the cuvées of the various types of vines, flavors, yields and colors are tested, to leave room for only the best. The attention to continuous improvement and the craftsmanship of sparkling wines are underlined by the name "Majgual" (never the same) and by their taste, defined as "always special" by those who know it.
An ancient vineyard gives rise to Shamàn. Created every year from the selected harvest of the best grapes, sufficient to produce a single 50hl barrel, it has as protagonists the oldest vineyards of the estate. Dense, garnet color, visually occupied by an extraordinary extractive richness, deriving from late harvest in the vineyard. It surprises the nose for its full fruit integrity, for its hints of harmonious woody tannin and for its incomparable aromas. Full and round, it offers unparalleled sensations of tannic elegance to the mouth.
Producing quality sparkling wines is possible even in the absence of a deep-rooted tradition when production rigidity becomes a priority.
Asti Spumante "La Selvatica" is a sweet sparkling wine made from Moscato grapes, characterized by good body and beautiful vivacity. Rich and inviting scents of fruit evoke seductive and fairytale scenarios. On the palate it reveals aromatic complexity and a rich and fresh sweetness
Art that bestows emotions… Power, vigor, elegance, an emblematic summary of all its complexity.
Rooted in the agricultural and pastoral civilization of Abruzzo, Pecorino is an early vine with low yields, which finds its ideal habitat in the cool and elevated hills where the vineyards of Il Feuduccio . The great personality of this white, the result of our careful clonal selection for over twenty years, allows a versatile and all-meal combination.
Produced for the first time in the 1977 vintage, it was the first pure Sangiovese vinified in our area of Radda in Chianti. The grapes come from our historic vineyards, planted between 1968 and 1999. It ages for one year in Allier barriques and one year in Slavonian oak barrels.
The complexity of this intense ruby red wine, sensual and enveloping, is expressed in the bouquet that immediately recalls withered flowers and red fruit jam. A pleasant spiciness of licorice, black pepper, cloves and vanilla emerges with toasted hints of coffee and tobacco. Maximum Expression: 12-15 years. Vinification: Short drying in the vineyard, permanence of 20 - 22 days on the skins with pumping over in the air, followed by static decanting in large barrels. Subsequently the wine is left to refine for 12 months in 50 hl barrels and 12 months in barriques and then rests for 12 months in the bottle.
Intense and complex, at the first approach it is naturally expressed with ripe red fruit but then strikes for the intensity of the tertiaries: green pepper, coffee, licorice and nutmeg. A full-bodied and rightly tannic wine with a long persistence and great elegance. Maximum Expression: 8-10 years. Vinification: Permanence of 18 days on the skins with pumping over in the air, followed by static decantation in large barrels. The wine is aged for 12 months in barriques and then rests for 12 months in the bottle
The Moscato d'Asti from the La Caudrina winery is a delicate, fresh and immediate sparkling sweet wine. It comes from almost 40-year-old vines at 280 m above sea level and is expressed in an engaging aromatic range rich in fruit and flowers. The grapes that give rise to Moscato d'Asti La Caudrina are hand-picked and gently pressed. The must thus obtained is subjected to clarification and filtration, after which it is placed in refrigerated tanks. Fermentation takes place in an autoclave, to preserve liveliness and effervescence.
3 liter bottle of our most awarded red accompanied by an elegant and lively metal case. Each family in Abruzzo has its own tatone. Confidential and affectionate appellation for the grandfather, the tatone actually represents a fundamental figure in the traditional family structure, to which age and maturity confer authority, prestige and wisdom.
3 liter bottle of our most awarded red accompanied by an elegant and lively metal case. Each family in Abruzzo has its own tatone. Confidential and affectionate appellation for the grandfather, the tatone actually represents a fundamental figure in the traditional family structure, to which age and maturity confer authority, prestige and wisdom.
3 liter bottle of our most awarded red accompanied by an elegant and lively metal case. Each family in Abruzzo has its own tatone. Confidential and affectionate appellation for the grandfather, the tatone actually represents a fundamental figure in the traditional family structure, to which age and maturity confer authority, prestige and wisdom.
3 liter bottle of our most awarded red accompanied by an elegant and lively metal case. Each family in Abruzzo has its own tatone. Confidential and affectionate appellation for the grandfather, the tatone actually represents a fundamental figure in the traditional family structure, to which age and maturity confer authority, prestige and wisdom.
3 liter bottle of our most awarded red accompanied by an elegant and lively metal case. Each family in Abruzzo has its own tatone. Confidential and affectionate appellation for the grandfather, the tatone actually represents a fundamental figure in the traditional family structure, to which age and maturity confer authority, prestige and wisdom.
Asti Spumante "La Selvatica" is a sweet sparkling wine made from Moscato grapes, characterized by good body and beautiful vivacity. Rich and inviting scents of fruit evoke seductive and fairytale scenarios. On the palate it reveals aromatic complexity and a rich and fresh sweetness
Dress the glass in a beautiful ruby red. The nose rotates all around a beautiful nucleus of ripe red fruit, such as cherry, morello cherry and plum, then embellished with scents that refer the mind to nutmeg, bitter cocoa, tobacco and eucalyptus. The olfactory complexity is repeated on the palate, where tannins, freshness, body and warmth come together in a beautiful balance. Good length. Suitable to accompany meat main courses, it is excellent to be paired with roast leg of lamb.
La Duchessa is a Chianti Riserva made from 100% Sangiovese grapes Aging: After a 12-day rest on the skins, it then ages for about 14 months in barrels Colour: Ruby red with very light garnet textures Aromas: Wide bouquet of dried red flowers, dark berry fruit such as cherry, raspberry, blackberry. Spicy notes of cinnamon, nutmeg and black pepper, juniper notes with balsamic undertones. Taste: Warm, soft, velvety, fresh with good acidity.
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 .
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 .
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 .
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 .
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 .
The Valpolicella Classico Superiore of the Giuseppe Quintarelli farm was born in Negrar, in the heart of the Valpolicella Classica, where the vineyards rest on hilly terrain of volcanic and calcareous nature. Wine capable of rising like few others and enjoying bottle aging.
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.
