The Italian Taster Case
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Mr.Wheeler's Red Italian Taster Case returns for your indulgence in succulent, spicy, radiant reds with a regional twist. Six delicious options from head to heel of Il Bel Paese to offer a wonderful, compact array of native Italian varietals and denominazioni. All in one convenient mixed case: Piemontese barbera, sangiovese from Toscana - Ser Gardo and Rosso di Montepulciano, Pugliese primitivo and Sicilian nero d'Avola.
What’s Included
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2023 Barbera d'Alba, Enzo Boglietti, Piemonte
Grape: Barbera
Country: Italy
ABV: 14%
If Nebbiolo is Piedmonte's star red varietal, then Barbera surely comes a very close second. Enzos entry cuvee Barbera is a symphony of candied raspberry and bramble fruit, crème de cassis and lifted pink petal aromas.The weight here is delicate, but... Read More
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2022 Valpolicella Classico Superiore Ripasso, Lonardi
Grape: Corvina
Country: Italy
ABV: 14%
A blend of 75% Corvina, 20% Rondinella and 5% Molinara with 12 months ageing in small (225L) oak barrels. A deep and concentrated ‘Ripasso’ styled wine, with ripe red fruit notes, balanced with darker savoury cherry notes and an elegant, velvety... Read More
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2021 'Ser Gardo' Chianti Classico, Bindi Sergardi, Tuscany
Grape: Sangiovese
Country: Italy
ABV: 14%
"...also made entirely from Sangiovese, in this instance aged in large oak barrels after full malolactic fermentation. A spell in bottle adds a touch of refinement to the luscious, cherry-rich fruit and it was an ideal match for Mrs Rays fabled herb... Read More
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2023 Rosso Di Montepulciano Duca Saragnano, Barbanera
Grape: Sangiovese / Canaiolo
Country: Italy
ABV: 13%
This appealing red from Tuscany bursts black fruit flavours - cherries, black berries - and a lift of spice. Rich and of course food friendly, with velvety tannins giving balance and a smooth finish.
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2023 Appassimento Primitivo, Carlomagno, Puglia
Grape: Primitivo
Country: Italy
ABV: 14%
Discover Puglia’s flagship red made entirely with Primitivo grapes. A full-bodied, bold, and complex example with hints of ripe dark cherry and underlying notes of vanilla and chocolate.
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2024 Nero d'Avola, Rupe Secca, Sicilia
Grape: Nero d'Avola
Country: Italy
ABV: 13%
A fruit-packed wine, glowing with bright cherry, plum and damson flavours. Nero d'Avola is Sicily's signature red grape - with characteristic warmth and ripeness balanced very nicely with a fresh, luscious texture. Soft tannins here, with striking... Read More
In a Nutshell
Product Code
58FV2310
I thoroughly enjoyed these. I shall order more! Andrew