Premium Italian Reds Super Six

What a treat, savour two bottles each of a trio of exquisite and opulent Italians for just $25.99 a bottle saving $62. First, a silky, sumptuous, blend of Sangiovese, Cabernet and Merlot, with dark, chocolaty, cherry fruit from Umbria, and a winery founded 70 years ago by the Brocatelli and Galli families in the Torgiano hills. Wine buffs have begun to take note of the terrific reds and whites from this region that lies next door to Tuscany since the renowned Antinori (of Super Tuscan fame, bought a property in Umbria, Next enjoy a superb Ripasso Classico Superiore from Valpolicella with dense cherry and dark chocolate notes. Valpolicella is one of Italy’s best-known reds, loved for its vibrant red fruit. Here the Ripasso method has added layers of intense, chocolate and cherry character. A star wine crafted by Daniele Accordini at the former Venetian Winery of the Year. Lastly, from Barolo specialists, the Sartirano family and their winemaker Marco Cossaro, this is a fresh, young Nebbiolo from Piedmont’s Monferrato. Designed for earlier drinking, it has dark cherry fruit with rose petal hints and silky tannins.