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.

Etna DOC Rosso Contrada Calderara 2019 Tornatore

Etna DOC Rosso Contrada Calderara Sottana 2020 Girolamo Russo

Priorat DOCa Finca Dofi 2021 Alvaro Palacios

Mendoza IG Pinot Noir Mariflor 2017 Bodega Rolland

Bierzo DO Las Lamas 2019 Descendientes de Jose Palacios

Valtellina Superiore DOCG Sassella Incanto 2020 Tenuta Scerscé

Abadia Retuerta DOP Cuvée Palomar 2020 Abadia Retuerta

Patagonia IG S Blend 2018 Familia Schroeder

Chinon AOC La Croix Boissée 2020 Bernard Baudry

Chianti Classico DOCG Gran Selezione Cornia 2020 Colombaio di Cencio

Rioja DOCa Baja Quiñon de Valmira 2021 Palacios Remondo

Etna DOC Rosso Contrada Monte Serra 2021 Benanti

Rioja DOCa Reserva 2018 Marqués de Vargas

Aglianico del Vulture DOC Caselle 2016 D'Angelo

Rosso di Montalcino DOC Deimassi 2020 Castiglion del Bosco

Volnay AOC 1er Cru Clos des Angles 2017 Olivier Leflaive

Nobile di Montepulciano DOCG Salco 2018 Salcheto

Toscana IGT Rosato Sangiovese 2021 Pian del Prete