Award winning wines

In this Black Friday selection you will find the most purchased wines, awarded by both Italian and international critics . Wine critics play a fundamental role in guiding enthusiasts and professionals in the choice of quality bottles. Through specialized guides and scoring systems, critics analyze and describe the organoleptic characteristics of each wine, assigning it a numerical value that reflects its excellence and uniqueness, helping consumers navigate the infinite variety of labels on the market.

In Italy, wine criticism is dominated by influential figures such as Luca Maroni, Gambero Rosso, and Luca Gardini. Luca Maroni is known for his scientific approach and his annual “Annuario dei Migliori Vini Italiani,” which evaluates wines based on pleasantness, integrity, and consistency. Gambero Rosso, known for its guide “Vini d'Italia,” awards the famous “Tre Bicchieri” to the best Italian wines. Luca Gardini, a world-renowned sommelier and critic, highlights Italy’s wine heritage with precise evaluations and great charisma, emphasizing wines that tell a territorial story.

Internationally, wine critics are represented by icons such as Robert Parker, James Suckling and Wine Spectator magazine. Robert Parker, founder of Wine Advocate, introduced the famous 100-point scale, which has had a profound impact on the global wine market. James Suckling, former Wine Spectator critic, is known for his straightforward style and reviews ranging from great Bordeaux to Italian wines. Wine Spectator, one of the world’s most prestigious magazines, publishes annual rankings and authoritative assessments, providing essential insight for producers and consumers around the world.

Rioja DOCa Reserva 2016 Remelluri

Etna Rosso Contrada Rampante DOC 2018 Pietradolce

Fiorano Rosso 2015 Tenuta di Fiorano

Bierzo DO Moncerbal 2021 Descendientes de Jose Palacios

Toscana IGT Rosso 2021 Collazzi

Toscana IGT Giorgio Primo 2019 La Massa

Montepulciano d'Abruzzo DOC Vere Novo 2020 Mazzarosa

Abadia Retuerta DOP Pago Valdebellón 2019 Abadia Retuerta

Abadia Retuerta DOP Pago Negralada 2018 Abadia Retuerta

Colchagua Valley DO Gê 2018 Emiliana

Porto Tawny 10 Years Old Niepoort

Umbria IGT Ciliegiolo di Narni Ràmici 2021 Leonardo Bussoletti

Ribeira Sacra DO Lacima 2018 Dominio do Bibei

Chianti Classico DOCG 2022 Riecine

Aglianico del Vulture DOC Tecum 2017 D'Angelo

Valtellina Superiore DOCG Inferno Flammante 2020 Tenuta Scerscé

Chianti Classico DOCG Gran Selezione Lodoli 2020 Colombaio di Cencio

Taurasi DOCG Fatica Contadina 2015 Terredora