Italy – Vinum Lector https://vinumlector.com Wine Thailand Mon, 06 Jul 2026 07:52:08 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.5 https://vinumlector.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/cropped-Favicon-iPad-Retina-32x32.png Italy – Vinum Lector https://vinumlector.com 32 32 1908 Bianco di Gio Bianco d’Italia https://vinumlector.com/our-wine/italy/1908-bianco-di-gio-bianco-ditalia/ Mon, 06 Jul 2026 07:43:01 +0000 https://vinumlector.com/?post_type=product&p=10850
The name Cielo e Terra (literally Sky and Land, or Heaven and Earth) recreates a perfect marriage, where Heaven is represented by the family of the same name and the Land is identified with the expert hands of the winegrower partners working in the vineyards that yield these wines. Since 1908 the Family has been delivering great quality wines. This is a tribute to the founders with a new Premium and Super Premium collection, aimed to challenge the most renowned Super Venetian wines and to create new signature blends. 1908 is not only the year of the foundation but it represents also the spirit of an age of enthusiasm after the Great Depression. Innovation and creativity were bringing new light and hope in the future, on the front door of the «Belle Époque».
Bianco di Gio is a heartfelt tribute to the founder, Giovanni Cielo, who passionately crafted wines “alla moda di Venezia”. Carrying forward this vision since 1908, the family’s heritage and the expertise of the master winemakers have shaped an iconic white wine. Bianco di Gio is vibrant and full of personality, offering a harmonious balance of freshness, fruitiness, and refined flavors that capture the true spirit of Italian winemaking tradition.
For more info, visit Cielo e Terra website. VARIETALS Blend of local white grape varieties VINTAGE 2025  Download Tasting Note
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Alcohol 12.5%

APPEARANCE
A delicate pale yellow that immediately hints at the freshness and vibrancy to come.

NOSE
The nose is immediately captivated by vibrant fruit notes,ripe peach, citrus, and sun-kissed yellow fruits, complemented by subtle hints of white flowers.

PALATE
On the palate, Bianco di Gio is full-bodied and enveloping. The rich flavors mirror the bouquet, offering a harmonious balance of fruitiness and depth, with a marked acidity and a crisp, refreshing finish, making each sip both satisfying and memorable.

PAIRING 
Thanks to its aromatic intensity, this wine pairs perfectly with Asian cuisine or traditional Venetian specialties like baccalà alla vicentina, or with any rich, flavorful fish dishes.

RATINGS

4.2

]]> Bibi Graetz Testamatta Toscana IGT https://vinumlector.com/our-wine/italy/tuscany/toscana-igt/bibi-graetz-testamatta-toscana-igt-2018/ Thu, 25 Jun 2026 06:49:09 +0000 https://vinumlector.com/?post_type=product&p=10797 The Bibi Graetz winery was founded in 2000 on the hill of Fiesole, overlooking Florence, where Bibi, who grew up in a family of artists, felt completely in love with wine and made of it his life. Testamatta grapes are selected and sourced from the best 5 vineyards of the winery: Vincigliata, Londa, Lamole, Montefili, Siena. Each vineyard, divided in parcels, is harvested up to 8 times, making sure all the grapes are picked at the perfect ripening point. The 5 vineyards, characterized by very old age (up to 80 yrs) are located in different areas of Tuscany. “Testa-Matta” in Italy is someone with a strong personality, a distinctive style and positive attitude and creativity. No other name could describe better Bibi Graetz flagship wine. Supertuscan made with 100% Sangiovese from old vines, this wine is the result of the combination of tradition and creativity, elevating the idea of Tuscan Sangiovese and bringing the word “Supertuscan” to the next level. For more info, visit Bibi Graetz website. VARIETALS 100% Sangiovese VINTAGE 2018  Download Tasting Note]]> TECHNICAL DATA
Alcohol 13.5%

APPEARANCE
Deep ruby color with garnet reflections.

NOSE
Delicate perfume featuring wild berries, blueberries, lilac, violet, black truffles, and a hint of campfire ash.

PALATE
Full-bodied yet tightly sculpted, with a savory core of ripe red fruit, sage, and white pepper. A distinct salty, mineral texture of crushed stones with fine, silky tannins and high acidity that leaves a persistent, mouthwatering finish.

AGEING
After spontaneous fermentation in open 225-liter barrels with natural yeasts, it is aged in French oak barrels for 2 years.

PAIRING
Pairs perfectly with hearty Italian dishes, roasted beef, lamb, and venison.

RATINGS

100pts

97pts

93pts

92pts

4.3

]]> Orma Toscana IGT https://vinumlector.com/our-wine/italy/tuscany/toscana-igt/orma-toscana-igt/ Wed, 24 Jun 2026 14:06:50 +0000 https://vinumlector.com/?post_type=product&p=10794 Orma is located on the Bolgherese Provincial Road, a Wine Road, just a short distance from the most historic vineyards in the area. It’s in the heart of the Bolgheri DOC appellation, with Ornellaia to the right and Sassicaia to the left. Orma is the name of the first wine produced by the estate of the same name. It is made from 50% Merlot, 30% Cabernet Sauvignon, and 20% Cabernet Franc and has been recognized nationally and internationally since its very first vintage in 2005. For more info, visit Orma website. VARIETALS 50% Merlot, 30% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Cabernet Franc VINTAGE 2020  Download Tasting Note]]> TECHNICAL DATA
Alcohol 15%

APPEARANCE
Dark, deep ruby color with distinct garnet reflections.

NOSE
Intense layers of blackberry, cassis, tobacco leaf, cocoa, dry earth, and Mediterranean herbs.

PALATE
Dense and plush with a velvety texture, balanced by bright acidity and firm, well-integrated tannins.

AGEING
Matured for 14 months in French oak barriques, followed by an additional 12 months of refinement in the bottle.

PAIRING
Full flavoured meats, game and roasts.

RATINGS

96pts

94pts

92pts

91pts

4.3

]]> Feudi Bizantini 8 Limited Edition https://vinumlector.com/our-wine/italy/abruzzo/feudi-bizantini-8-limited-edition/ Tue, 23 Jun 2026 17:01:17 +0000 https://vinumlector.com/?post_type=product&p=10773 Feudi Bizantini is a young project founded by a group of wine lovers whom have joined their efforts to take the best from a set of factors linked to the climate, the territory typologies, the grapes and the human work that make Crecchio a unique land in the world wine atlas. The winery’s dedication to Abruzzo’s viticultural past, to innovation, and to research has resulted in superior wines that have elevated this important winegrowing area to world class status. 8 Limited Edition a cru wine obtained from Abruzzo’ s most important red grape varieties. This wine represents the commitment to making the utmost of the spectacular terroirs and microclimates that Abruzzo region offers. For more info, visit Feudi Bizantini website. VARIETALS Red grapes typical of Abruzzo VINTAGE NV  Download Tasting Note]]> TECHNICAL DATA
Alcohol 14.5%

APPEARANCE
Very intense and elegant ruby red colour.

NOSE
Ample and complex fruity fragrance with hints of plum, cherry jam and tobacco, slightly spicy.

PALATE
A full-bodied wine, soft and rich in tannins, with a finish that offers notes of cocoa, coffee and vanilla.

AGEING
A part of the wine ages in barriques.

PAIRING
Richly flavoured first courses, red meat and game. A meditation wine.

RATINGS

4.3

]]> Feudi Bizantini Il Rabdomante Montepulciano d’Abruzzo DOP https://vinumlector.com/our-wine/italy/abruzzo/feudi-bizantini-il-rabdomante-montepulciano-dabruzzo-dop/ Tue, 23 Jun 2026 16:38:22 +0000 https://vinumlector.com/?post_type=product&p=10772 Feudi Bizantini is a young project founded by a group of wine lovers whom have joined their efforts to take the best from a set of factors linked to the climate, the territory typologies, the grapes and the human work that make Crecchio a unique land in the world wine atlas. The winery’s dedication to Abruzzo’s viticultural past, to innovation, and to research has resulted in superior wines that have elevated this important winegrowing area to world class status. Il Rabdomante Montepulciano D’Abruzzo is a cru wine obtained from Abruzzo’ s most important red grape, the Montepulciano D’Abruzzo. This wine represents the commitment to making the utmost of the spectacular terroirs and microclimates that Abruzzo region offers. For more info, visit Feudi Bizantini website. VARIETALS 100% Montepulciano D’Abruzzo VINTAGE 2022  Download Tasting Note]]> TECHNICAL DATA
Alcohol 14%

APPEARANCE
Ruby red with garnet reflections.

NOSE
Intense and persistent fragrance on the nose; the bouquet is intense, fruity, persistent, with notes of dried flowers, spice, liquorice, and marasca cherries.

PALATE
The palate is stylish, velvety, almost creamy and compact with tannic structure that blends nicely with the alcoholic component.
Great structure, complex, elegant, and well balanced with a long aftertaste.

AGEING
A part of the wine ages in barriques.

PAIRING
Ideal for roasts, game, strongly flavoured dishes and mature cheese. Meditation wine.

RATINGS

4.2

]]> Tenuta Ulisse Montepulciano d’Abruzzo DOP https://vinumlector.com/our-wine/italy/abruzzo/tenuta-ulisse-montepulciano-dabruzzo-dop/ Tue, 23 Jun 2026 14:56:29 +0000 https://vinumlector.com/?post_type=product&p=10765 Tenuta Ulisse, a modern expression of a centuries-old tradition of passion and dedication to the land, is one of Abruzzo’s premier winemaking estate. It has aggressively dived into the enormous potential of Abruzzo’s unique terroir and ancient varieties by placing a contemporary spin on indigenous grapes such as Montepulciano D’Abruzzo, Trebbiano D’Abruzzo, Pecorino, Passerina e Cococciola. In Abruzzo region, Montepulciano finds its ideal territory, uncontaminated, impenetrable, giving life to a full and balanced wine. It is a wine that has made the history of Abruzzo's oenology, always appreciated on all international markets, complex and of superior carat, of immense drinkability and pleasantness, a champion in its category. For more info, visit Tenuta Ulisse website. VARIETALS 100% Montepulciano D’Abruzzo VINTAGE 2024  Download Tasting Note]]> TECHNICAL DATA
Alcohol 14%

APPEARANCE
Intense ruby red colour with violet hues.

NOSE
This wine has an intense, persistent and fruity and flowery fragrance with hints of cherry, blackberries, ripe red fruits.

PALATE
Well-bodied, tannic and well balanced. The finish is very persistent and pleasant with sweet, velvety tannins.

AGEING
In steel vats with subsequent ageing in the bottle.

PAIRING
Excellent with flavoured first dishes, roast meats, mature cheeses and dark chocolate.

RATINGS

90pts

4

]]> Tenuta Ulisse Pecorino Terre d’Abruzzo IGP https://vinumlector.com/our-wine/italy/abruzzo/terre-dabruzzo/tenuta-ulisse-pecorino-terre-dabruzzo-igp/ Tue, 23 Jun 2026 14:39:13 +0000 https://vinumlector.com/?post_type=product&p=10762 Tenuta Ulisse, a modern expression of a centuries-old tradition of passion and dedication to the land, is one of Abruzzo’s premier winemaking estate. It has aggressively dived into the enormous potential of Abruzzo’s unique terroir and ancient varieties by placing a contemporary spin on indigenous grapes such as Montepulciano D’Abruzzo, Trebbiano D’Abruzzo, Pecorino, Passerina e Cococciola. Expressive and impactful, this wine embodies the excellence of the finest Pecorino vineyards. Sipping it means surrendering to an overwhelming embrace of aromatic fragrances. For more info, visit Tenuta Ulisse website. VARIETALS 100% Pecorino VINTAGE 2025  Download Tasting Note]]> TECHNICAL DATA
Alcohol 13%

APPEARANCE
Straw yellow with greenish highlights.

NOSE
The nose reveals notes of pineapple, white peach, and sage, leading to a refined and elegant tasting experience.

PALATE
On the palate, it is full-bodied and round yet beautifully driven by energetic lime, melon, and white fruit flavors. It features clear mineral tension and a refreshing saline bite on the long finish.

AGEING
In steel vats with subsequent ageing in the bottle.

PAIRING
Excellent paired with fish-based dishes, it also pairs well with white meats.

RATINGS

4.1 

]]> Tenuta Ulisse Pinot Grigio Terre d’Abruzzo IGP https://vinumlector.com/our-wine/italy/abruzzo/terre-dabruzzo/tenuta-ulisse-pinot-grigio-terre-dabruzzo-igp/ Tue, 23 Jun 2026 14:19:23 +0000 https://vinumlector.com/?post_type=product&p=10760 Tenuta Ulisse, a modern expression of a centuries-old tradition of passion and dedication to the land, is one of Abruzzo’s premier winemaking estate. It has aggressively dived into the enormous potential of Abruzzo’s unique terroir and ancient varieties by placing a contemporary spin on indigenous grapes such as Montepulciano D’Abruzzo, Trebbiano D’Abruzzo, Pecorino, Passerina e Cococciola. The Tenuta Ulisse Pinot Grigio Terre d'Abruzzo IGP is a crisp, highly aromatic white wine produced in the Abruzzo region of Italy. Unlike traditional northern Italian Pinot Grigios that are often thin and neutral, in its standard line Tenuta Ulisse uses a signature ultra-cold skin cryomaceration technique to extract remarkable depth, concentration, and structure from the grapes. For more info, visit Tenuta Ulisse website. VARIETALS 100% Pinot Grigio VINTAGE 2025  Download Tasting Note]]> TECHNICAL DATA
Alcohol 13%

APPEARANCE
Intense straw yellow with brilliant, youthful greenish reflections.

NOSE
Fresh bouquet dominated by white peach, pear, and citrus zest, complemented by subtle undertones of walnut, wild honey, and flinty minerality.

PALATE
Remarkably full-bodied and velvety for a Pinot Grigio. It delivers vibrant fruit flavors balanced by a lively acidity and a long, clean, saline finish.

AGEING
In steel vats with subsequent ageing in the bottle.

PAIRING
It pairs exceptionally well with seafood, raw shellfish, seafood risotto, grilled sea bass, and light fish stews. Or light starters like prosciutto with melon, vegetable quiches, and fresh salads.

RATINGS

]]> Tenuta Cantagallo e Le Farnete Barco Reale di Carmignano DOC https://vinumlector.com/our-wine/italy/tuscany/carmignano/tenuta-cantagallo-e-le-farnete-barco-reale-di-carmignano-doc/ Tue, 23 Jun 2026 13:28:32 +0000 https://vinumlector.com/?post_type=product&p=10757 Tenuta Cantagallo e Le Farnete website. VARIETALS 80% Sangiovese, 20% Cabernet Sauvignon VINTAGE 2024  Download Tasting Note]]> TECHNICAL DATA
Alcohol 12.5%

APPEARANCE
Deep ruby red.

NOSE
Deeply fruity and refined with a delicate scent of spices.

PALATE
Quite soft entry with good volume and body. Good structure, balanced, persistent with fruity, spicy and fine aftertaste. Elegant and soft tannins.

AGEING
In stainless steel and 4 months in bottle.

PAIRING
To match with typical Tuscan cold cuts, such as salami, bacon, “finocchiona” and even mature cheeses; first courses of pasta or soup with meat or vegetables.

]]> Extroso Appassimento Rosso Puglia IGT https://vinumlector.com/our-wine/italy/puglia/extroso-appassimento-rosso-puglia-igt/ Mon, 18 May 2026 10:29:33 +0000 https://vinumlector.com/?post_type=product&p=10504 appassimento method—where grapes are partially dried on the vine or mats to concentrate sugar and flavors— and delivering a rich, jammy profile with a high alcohol. For more info, visit Terre Cevico website. VARIETALS Primitivo and Negroamaro VINTAGE 2025  Download Tasting Note]]> TECHNICAL DATA
Alcohol 14.5%
Residual sugar 13g/l

APPEARANCE
A very deep purplish red.

NOSE
A deep, intense scent of blueberries and cherries preserved in alcohol.

PALATE
Full-bodied on the palate, with gentle and rounded tannins. Persistent aftertaste.

AGEING
Maceration on the skins for 7 days, in order to succeed in extracting a greater quantity of the gentle tannins that are necessary for the wine’s maturation in wood.

PAIRING
Pasta with tomato sauce, aged cheese,game.

RATINGS

4.1

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