Red Wine

Guss Toscana IGT 2015 – Castello di Radda is produced in the heart of the Chianti Classico region. The vines are located 450 meters above sea level with a southern exposure. This plot is exclusively dedicated to Merlot whose best grapes will be selected to create this magnificent Supertuscan.

Winemaking
The freshly hand-picked grapes are then crushed and destemmed before fermenting in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks with a capacity of 50 hl. The grapes then go through a month of maceration on the skins. The malolactic fermentation then takes place in 80% new barrels with a capacity of 5 hl. The aging continues in the same barrels for about two years. Finally, the wine is bottled and refined for at least a year in order to develop its full potential.

Dress
Clear ruby ​​with purplish reflections.

Nose
Intense and persistent, with notes of black olives, plums and cherries.

In mouth
Medium to concentrated body with very well integrated tannins that bring great finesse to the palate.

Food & wine pairings
Perfect accompaniment to intense cheeses, red meat and game.

Hirsch Pinot Nero Riserva 2018 is produced in the Steinhaus estate located almost 600 meters above sea level, in a position overlooking the Adige valley. The property consists of 7 hectares of vineyards. The climatic conditions of Bucholz di Salorno are characterized by strong temperature fluctuations with hot days influenced by the Mediterranean climate and cold nights with very fresh winds coming from the mountains.

Winemaking
The grapes are harvested manually in small boxes of 20 kg. The grapes are then destemmed, trying to respect the integrity of the berry and the stalk as much as possible. After gentle pressing, fermentation takes place in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks, where the must comes into contact with the skins and is gently stirred to extract the aromatic and coloring substances they contain. At the end of the maceration, part of the wine remains in steel containers and the other part is placed in French oak barrels for ageing. After about a year, the wines are blended, and an additional 4 months of aging prepare them for bottling. The wines are put on the market after a minimum of 4 months of refining in the bottle.

Dress
Transparent and shiny ruby ​​red.

Nose
Notes of cherries and berries. Raspberries, currants and blackberries and at the end tobacco and spices.

Stuffy
On the palate, this hirsch presents a clear reminder of the flavors perceived on the nose; the tannin is silky, soft and enveloping.

Food & wine pairings
Pair it with elaborate meat dishes, game and aged cheeses.

The Langhe Nebbiolo DOC 2021 – Fortemasso is produced in the Castelletto region. This is the best production region for Barolo. The vines have an east and south-east exposure, on sloping land with sandy and limestone soil.

Fortemasso wines thus highlight the distinctive characteristics of each grape variety. They therefore reveal the clear and recognizable natural traits that derive from the soil and climate of each vintage. In addition, the unique combination of geological characteristics and the regional microclimate in which the vineyards of Fortemasso are located produce deep, mineral and very elegant wines that continue to refine with age.

Winemaking
Thus, from the moment the grapes are picked by hand, they are immediately pressed. They are then fermented in stainless steel tanks with temperature control. Thus, after several days, the must and the wine are separated from the marc and the fermentation continues. Following the malolactic fermentation, the wine will be refined in steel to end up being bottled in the spring.

Dress
The color of this Langhe Nebbiolo DOC 2021 is ruby ​​red with purple reflections.

Nose
The nose is ample with floral notes of violets and fruity notes of raspberries, cherries and plums.

Stuffy
Finally, this wine is harmonious on the palate with body and a pleasant fruity finish

The Langhe Nebbiolo DOC 2021 – Fortemasso is produced in the Castelletto region. This is the best production region for Barolo. The vines have an east and south-east exposure, on sloping land with sandy and limestone soil.

Fortemasso wines thus highlight the distinctive characteristics of each grape variety. They therefore reveal the clear and recognizable natural traits that derive from the soil and climate of each vintage. In addition, the unique combination of geological characteristics and the regional microclimate in which the vineyards of Fortemasso are located produce deep, mineral and very elegant wines that continue to refine with age.

Winemaking
Thus, from the moment the grapes are picked by hand, they are immediately pressed. They are then fermented in stainless steel tanks with temperature control. Thus, after several days, the must and the wine are separated from the marc and the fermentation continues. Following the malolactic fermentation, the wine will be refined in steel to end up being bottled in the spring.

Dress
The color of this Langhe Nebbiolo DOC 2021 is ruby ​​red with purple reflections.

Nose
The nose is ample with floral notes of violets and fruity notes of raspberries, cherries and plums.

Stuffy
Finally, this wine is harmonious on the palate with body and a pleasant fruity finish

Merlot DOC Venezia Bio – no added sulphites is produced by Cantina Pizzolato in Villorba, Italy. This vineyard is 100% organic and the entire process of vinification and transformation of the grapes is certified. A guarantee of quality for all the wines of Cantina Pizzolato.
Merlot is a grape variety present in Veneto since the 9th century. It was consumed by nobles and peasants, making it one of the emblematic wines of this region.
In addition to being certified organic, Merlot DOC Venezia BIO is also certified vegan. Thus, no animal protein is used during the clarification process.

Dress
The dress is intense dark red.

Nose
The nose is pleasantly floral, with notes of blackberry and a hint of pepper.

Stuffy
On the palate, the balance between sapidity and tannins makes this wine extremely pleasant.

Food & wine pairings
Ideal to accompany meat in sauce.

Producer
With five generations of experience behind it, the Pizzolato Settimo & Gino farm was created in 1981. Originally, the company dealt with cattle breeding, vine growing and harvesting fruits and vegetables, including kiwis, peaches and strawberries.
Grapes and wine, products of excellence among all agricultural products, quickly proved to be the first to respond positively to organic methods. In 1991, the wines produced began to be controlled and certified by a control body in accordance with EEC Regulation No. 2092/91. In addition, winemaking and bottling techniques have also been regulated by a new European organic wine statute. Finally, the winery obtained organic certification in 1991, the year certification bodies were created in Italy.

The Montepulciano d'Abruzzo DOC 2022 “Rubiolo” is produced from the vines of Montepulciano d'Abruzzo facing south on clay-limestone soil.

“Rubiolo” thus has a lot of character while being accessible to all palates. Also a very high quality table wine.

Winemaking
First, harvesting is done manually. Maceration is controlled on the skins of the grapes, followed by a long pressing of the must. After fermentation, the wine is aged partly in medium-sized barrels and partly in stainless steel tanks for 6/8 months before being bottled.

Dress
The robe of Montepulciano d'Abruzzo DOC “Rubiolo” is garnet.

Nose
Its nose offers a beautiful palette of red fruits.

Stuffy
On the palate, it is a wine with body, good length and pleasant tannins.

Food & wine pairings
Ideal to accompany red meats, roasts, game but also mature cheeses.

The 2017 Montepulciano d'Abruzzo Colline Teramane DOCG Riserva comes from vineyards in the Colline Teramane that received the DOCG designation in 2003. The 2003 vintage is the first year of production released with the new guidelines.

Production
This area is located near the “Gran Sasso” a massif of the Apennines and benefits from a microclimate in which the vines flourish and offer fine wines with character. Introduced in Abruzzo at the beginning of the 19th century, the Montepulciano grape spread throughout the region to become the only red grape in the region. Finally, the “Denominazione di Origine Controllata e Garantita” was approved for the “Teramane Hills” production sub-zone.

Winemaking
Regarding the winemaking process, the harvest is done manually. Thus, only the best grapes are selected. This is then done by controlling the fermentation according to the quality of the grapes of the year. Then comes an aging in wood for 18 months and finally a refining in bottles for a year. This wine is produced in limited quantities. Thus, only the best vintages are put on the market.

Dress
Compared to the dress, this one is intense ruby ​​with garnet reflections.

Nose
On the nose, we are impressed by the primary aromas and their persistence.

Stuffy
On the palate, the wine is soft and structured with great elegance.

Food & wine pairings
The Montepulciano d'Abruzzo Colline Teramane DOCG Riserva 2017 is our favorite! To be enjoyed with all meat dishes and to be consumed without moderation.

Morellino Di Scansano DOCG 2021 is a red wine produced by Tenute Folonari in the district of Morellino, in the heart of Maremma, in the province of Grosseto in the very south of Tuscany.

Winemaking
First, this wine follows a fermentation process with maceration in stainless steel tanks. This is obviously done at controlled temperature with a stay on the skins for about 12-15 days. It is then aged for 7 months in stainless steel but also in old oak barrels. This wine is then refined for at least 3 months in the bottle.

Dress
Its robe is ruby ​​red and intense.

Nose
The aromas are fragrant and vinous. They thus blend with the nuanced and ethereal sweetness of cherry.

Stuffy
It is balanced and pleasant with a lingering, tasty and very dry finish.

Food & wine pairings
To finish, this exceptional Morellino Di Scansano goes perfectly with a risotto with porcini mushrooms and prawns from the Tyrrhenian Sea.

Aging potential
Up to 5 years.

Producer
In the year 2000, Ambrogio and Giovanni Folonari then founded the company Ambrogio e Giovanni Folonari Tenute. This is made up of five estates in the areas of excellence of Tuscany, which are thus best suited to the production of wine. Ambrogio and Giovanni then pursue an important project to revalorize the territory and its diversity. They first invested in the estates and then concentrated on the production of quality, elegant wines with character and strongly linked to the territory.

Thus, innovation, creativity, research and respect for diversity are the founding values ​​of this family whose history spans several generations.

This organic and vegan-certified 100% Nero d’Avola was grown in the Sicily region. It was fermented on skins for around 10 days, pumping over the skins to help oxygenate the wine before it underwent malolactic fermentation. Warm, velvety, and perfumed; ripe black cherry, blood plum fruit notes interplay with star anise, cola, charcuterie, and soft, leathery tannins, with balancing acidity. Eco friendly packaging.
Food pairing: excellent with pasta alla norma, vegetable bulgur, aubergine parmigiana and squash and lentil soup.

Made in: Sicily region, Italy

Serve at: 16°-18°

Pinot Nero DOC Venezia BIO/Vegan is produced by Cantina Pizzolato in Villorba, Italy. This vineyard is 100% organic but also the entire process of vinification and transformation of the grapes is certified. Thus, a guarantee of quality for all the wines of Cantina Pizzolato.

In addition to being certified organic, Pinot Nero DOC is also certified vegan. Thus, no animal protein is used during the clarification process.

Dress
The color is pale ruby ​​red with a slight garnet tint.

Nose
The aroma of this red wine is reminiscent of wild berries, blackberry, plum jam as well as hints of liquorice.

Stuffy
On the palate, the wine is delicate, fruity and typically tart. Its light tannin gives it a full and pleasantly long taste.

Food & wine pairings
Goes well with first courses such as structured risottos or with main courses of red or white meat.

Producer
With five generations of experience, the Pizzolato farm was created in 1981. Originally, the company was involved in cattle breeding, vine growing and fruit and vegetable harvesting.

Grapes and wine are the products of excellence among all agricultural products. They are quickly revealed to be the first to respond positively to biological methods. In 1991, the wines began to be certified by a control body in accordance with EEC Regulation No. 2092/91. Vinification and bottling techniques were then regulated by a new European statute for organic wine. Finally, the winery obtained organic certification in 1991. This was the year in which certification bodies were created in Italy.

ORGANIC & VEGAN CERTIFIED WINE

Food Pairing: Ideal with red meat.

Colour: Intense ruby red with lively reflections

Aroma: Intense aroma of ripe red fruits, cherry, blueberries, vanilla and aromatic and spicy herbs.

Taste: Intense, persistent, fruity, full-bodied with a good structure, savory and mineral, an original style with elegant uniqueness.

Raboso IGT Veneto BIO/Vegan 2020 is produced by Cantina Pizzolato in Villorba, Italy. This vineyard is 100% organic and the entire process of vinification and transformation of the grapes is certified. A guarantee of quality for all the wines of Cantina Pizzolato.

In addition to being certified organic, Raboso IGT Veneto BIO/Vegan 2020 is also certified vegan. Thus, no animal protein is used during the clarification process.

Dress
Ruby red color.

Nose
Aroma reminiscent of red berries, blackberry and Morello cherry.

Stuffy
This wine is typically tart and also medium-bodied.

Food & wine pairings
Ideal with Mediterranean dishes, cheese and charcuterie platters.

Producer
With five generations of experience behind it, the Pizzolato Settimo & Gino farm was created in 1981. Originally, the company dealt with cattle breeding, vine growing and harvesting fruits and vegetables, including kiwis, peaches and strawberries.

Grapes and wine, products of excellence among all agricultural products, quickly proved to be the first to respond positively to organic methods. In 1991, the wines produced began to be controlled and certified by a control body in accordance with EEC Regulation No. 2092/91. In addition, winemaking and bottling techniques have also been regulated by a new European organic wine statute. Finally, the winery obtained organic certification in 1991, the year certification bodies were created in Italy.

Produced in Ticino with grapes grown at almost 350 meters above sea level in terraced vineyards. The work in the vines and the harvest of the grapes are carried out by hand around mid-October.

Winemaking
The vinification of this exceptional product is carried out by fermentation at controlled temperature in steel tanks. At the end of the alcoholic fermentation, the wine is left in contact with the yeasts to continue the second malolactic fermentation in order to extract the best aromas and perfumes.

Dress
Intense red with purplish reflections.

Nose
An intense and aromatic bouquet of berries and oriental spices.

Stuffy
On the palate this Merlot & Cabernet Sauvignon is round and persistent, with a fresh finish and surprising salinity.

Food & wine pairings
A perfect red to accompany main dishes based on meats or cheeses.

Produced in Ticino with grapes grown at almost 350 meters above sea level in terraced vineyards. The work in the vines and the harvest of the grapes are carried out by hand around mid-October.

Winemaking
The vinification of this exceptional product is carried out by fermentation at controlled temperature in steel tanks. At the end of the alcoholic fermentation, the wine is left in contact with the yeasts to continue the second malolactic fermentation in order to extract the best aromas and perfumes.

Dress
Intense red with purplish reflections.

Nose
An intense and aromatic bouquet of berries and blackcurrant.

Stuffy
On the palate this Merlot is round and velvety with persistent tannins on the finish and vanilla aromas.

Food & wine pairings
A perfect red to accompany main dishes based on red meats or mature cheeses.

The Rosso IGT Veneto “Novello” – without added sulphites is a PIWI wine, i.e. from vines resistant to fungal diseases. It is thus the result of constant human research and selection, over several decades, of crosses between varieties of vitis vinifera and American vine varieties (resistant to fungal diseases). The result for this wine is the minimum number of treatments carried out and the resulting environmental impact for its creation.

Winemaking
The maceration is 100% carbonic. Barely harvested, the grapes are poured into an airtight vat saturated with carbon dioxide for about a week. Inside the vat, the bunches at the bottom remain pressed by the weight of the grapes above.

The natural crushing of the grapes produces the formation of a must which, thanks to enzymes, begins to ferment, producing alcohol and additional carbon dioxide.

Malolactic fermentation then begins. Then the must is pressed and placed in a tank where, in a few days, the sugar will turn into alcohol.

Dress
Its color is ruby ​​red with purple hues.

Nose
Notes of violet and red berries.

Stuffy
The Rosso IGT Veneto is soft, harmonious and fruity.

Food & wine pairings
This Rosso IGT Veneto is ideal with autumn dishes such as pumpkin risotto, roasted chestnuts and pumpkin and mushroom dishes. This wine without added sulphites is unique and will surprise you, it is to be consumed without moderation.

The Rosso IGT Veneto BIO – without added sulphites is a PIWI wine, that is to say from vines resistant to fungal diseases. It is thus the result of constant human research and selection, over several decades, of crosses between varieties of vitis vinifera and American vine varieties (resistant to fungal diseases). The result for this wine is the minimum number of treatments carried out and the resulting environmental impact for its creation.

Winemaking
It is a classic vinification of red wine with about 10 days of maceration on the skins.

Dress
Intense and deep red color.

Nose
Finally, this wine with intense, harmonious, spicy aromas with its notes of red fruits gives it a unique scent.

Stuffy
On the palate, this Rosso IGT Veneto BIO you will discover a balanced wine with character.

Food & wine pairings
We invite you to try your own food and wine pairings with this new type of wine!