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.

Valtellina Superiore Sassella DOCG Le Tense 2020 Nino Negri

Chianti Rùfina DOCG Riserva Vigna Montesodi Castello Nipozzano 2021 Frescobaldi

Aglianico del Vulture DOC Titolo 2021 Elena Fucci

Mendoza IG Malbec 2021 Terrazas de los Andes

Etna Rosso Riserva Contrada Monte Gorna DOC 2017 Nicosia

Champagne Extra Brut AOC Cuvée Réservée Essentiel Piper-Heidsieck

Irpinia DOC Aglianico Serpico 2016 Feudi di San Gregorio

Trento Brut Blanc de Blancs DOC Maximum Ferrari

Südtirol - Alto Adige DOC Sanct Valentin Gewürztraminer 2023 St. Michael Eppan

Champagne AOC Brut Blanc de Blancs Grand Cru 2015 Nicolas Feuillatte

Franciacorta DOCG Brut Millesimato Freccianera 2019 Fratelli Berlucchi

Rioja DOCa Gran Reserva 2012 Remírez de Ganuza

Chianti Classico Riserva DOCG 2019 Badia a Coltibuono

Nobile di Montepulciano Riserva DOCG 2018 Fattoria del Cerro

Etna DOC Rosso Contrada San Lorenzo 2021 Girolamo Russo

Maremma Toscana IGT 2019 Rocca di Frassinello

Vigneti delle Dolomiti IGT Teroldego Sgarzon 2022 Foradori

Südtirol - Alto Adige DOC Pinot Nero Barthenau Vigna S. Urbano 2019 Hofstätter