Tuscany
Tuscany is considered to be one of the most noted Italian wine regions, offering a wide variety of internationally acclaimed wines such as Chianti, Brunello di Montalcino and Vino Nobile di Montepulciano. The region is exceptionally picturesque, with beautiful hills and valleys, country roads and hilltop villages. Even without any of this, the region stands strong by the merits of its wine production alone. Sangiovese is one such grape variety that flourishes on such hillside vineyards, performing best in direct sunlight. It is the dominant grape used in all but one of Tuscany's seven red-wine DOCGs. With the rise in popularity of Tuscan wines, cabernet sauvignon has increased in popularity in Tuscany. Other Bordeaux varieties have also become increasingly popular amongst some wine makers. Despite this increase in international varieties used in Tuscan wines, native varieties are still by far most popular. Although most famous for its reds, Tuscany produces several unusual whites, one of which has secured DOCG status (Vernaccia di San Gimignano). The region's unusual terroir is key to its success. Several factors contribute to an ideal enviornment for grape cultivation: Coastal and mountain climates, a good combination of well-drained and dry soils mainly rich in sand and clay and moderately hilly terrain extending towards the Apennine Mountains. Warm temperatures coming off the coast, combined with cool breezes from the hills, create a multitude of microclimates. Vineyards planted on hillsides benefit from higher diurnal temperature variation, thus helping maintain the grape's balance of sugars, acidity and aromatic qualities.
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75 cl
100% Merlot, this wine is named after the Italian word 'baffonero' which in English translat..
€256.00 Ex Tax: €208.13
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75cl
A harmonious and silky yet floral wine from Rocca di Frassinello. Made from Vermentino grapes, this ..
€72.00 Ex Tax: €58.54
75 cl
The second wine of Rocca di Frassinello. A wine of great character in which Sangioveto, Cabernet and..
€31.00 Ex Tax: €25.20
75 cl
This is a classic dry, medium-bodied Italian style of wine with black fruits, spice and roasted coff..
€27.50 Ex Tax: €22.36
75 cl
Poggio Alla Guardia is a wonderful introduction to Rocca fi Frassinello's range of wines. The wi..
€23.00 Ex Tax: €18.70
New In
75cl
From the hills of San Germano comes this impressive, elegant red wine. This ruby red wine&..
€113.00 Ex Tax: €91.87
The Bibbianaccio is a very intriguing blend of Sangiovese and Colorino, and the white..
€108.00 Ex Tax: €87.80
75 cl
100% Sangiovese aged for 24 months in French oak. Once bottled, wine stays in cellar for a further m..
€41.99 Ex Tax: €34.14
70cl
A truly stunning Cabernet Sauvignon from Italy's Tenuta San Guido. The purity of the Cabernet ..
€260.00 Ex Tax: €211.38
75cl
This Brunello Riserva is complex and concentrated with delicate floral aromas, blueberries, blackber..
€81.00 Ex Tax: €65.85
75cl
Flavours of juicy, ripe plums and cherries with sweet tannins give the Riserva a very approachable c..
€86.50 Ex Tax: €70.33
75cl
Flavours of juicy, ripe plums and cherries with sweet tannins give the Riserva a very approachable c..
€40.00 Ex Tax: €32.52
75cl
A stunning Gran Selezione from the Montornello vineyards. Given its exposure, this typically powerfu..
€58.00 Ex Tax: €47.15
75 cl
This Brunello di Montalcino is made from Sangiovese grapes grown in a single vineyard of Montosoli. ..
€66.99 Ex Tax: €54.46
75 cl
96% Sangiovese and 4% Ciliegiolo that are aged for 12 months in French oak and then 12 more months i..
€23.99 Ex Tax: €19.51
75 cl
93% Sangiovese and 7% Alicante from the Morellino di Scansano region. Aged for 12 months in concrete..
€18.99 Ex Tax: €15.44
