4-Bottle Red Case Wine Description - October 2025
VOERZIO MARTINI – Dolcetto d’Alba DOC “Rochettevino”
Pronunciation: “Dohl-CHET-toh”
Grape
100% Dolcetto, a traditional Piedmontese grape cherished for its dark fruit, soft tannins, and approachability.
Region
Produced in Alba, Piedmont, within the Langhe hills. The vineyards are planted on calcareous clay soils that enhance structure while preserving freshness.
Tasting Notes
Deep ruby purple in colour. Aromas of black cherry, plum, violets, and almond. On the palate, it is medium-bodied, juicy, and fruit-forward, with gentle tannins and a pleasantly dry, slightly bitter finish.
Vinification & Ageing
Fermentation in stainless steel with native yeasts, followed by brief ageing in stainless steel or neutral vessels to preserve fruit purity.
Ageing Potential
Best enjoyed young, within 2–5 years, for its vibrant fruit and freshness.
Food Pairing
Perfect with pasta dishes, pizza, salumi, and everyday Piedmontese cooking. It also complements roasted poultry and semi-aged cheeses.
Fun Fact
Despite its name meaning “little sweet one,” Dolcetto is typically vinified dry. The “Rochettevino” vineyard is one of Voerzio Martini’s historic crus, producing wines of character and charm.
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CAMPI VALERIO – Opalia Tintilia del Molise DOC
Pronunciation: “Teen-TEE-lee-ah”
Grape
100% Tintilia, a rare indigenous red grape from Molise, known for its bold structure, spicy notes, and age-worthy profile.
Region
From Molise, a small and mountainous region in southern Italy. Tintilia thrives on the high-altitude, rocky soils, where cool breezes balance the southern sun, producing concentrated yet elegant wines.
Tasting Notes
Intense ruby red. Aromas of dark berries, pepper, licorice, and hints of tobacco. The palate is full-bodied and structured, with firm tannins, lively acidity, and a long, savoury finish.
Vinification & Ageing
Traditional fermentation in stainless steel, followed by ageing in oak barrels to integrate tannins and add spice.
Ageing Potential
Capable of ageing gracefully for 8–12 years, gaining notes of leather, dried fruit, and earthiness.
Food Pairing
Pairs with braised meats, game, hearty stews, and aged cheeses. A wine for robust, flavourful dishes.
Fun Fact
Tintilia is considered the flagship grape of Molise, once nearly forgotten but now a proud symbol of the region’s winemaking identity.
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ZERBINA – Poggio Vicchio Romagna Sangiovese Superiore DOC
Pronunciation: “San-joe-VAY-zeh”
Grape
100% Sangiovese, Italy’s most planted red grape, famous for its versatility, high acidity, and ability to reflect terroir.
Region
Produced in Romagna, Emilia-Romagna, east of Tuscany. The area benefits from clay-limestone soils and a temperate climate influenced by both the Apennines and the Adriatic Sea.
Tasting Notes
Ruby red with violet reflections. Aromas of red cherry, violets, herbs, and subtle spice. On the palate, it is medium-bodied, with fine tannins, lively acidity, and a balanced, savoury finish.
Vinification & Ageing
Fermentation in stainless steel with maceration on skins to extract colour and tannins, followed by ageing in large oak casks or barrels to soften structure and add depth.
Ageing Potential
Best consumed within 5–8 years, developing earthy and leather notes with age.
Food Pairing
A natural match for classic Italian dishes: tagliatelle al ragù, grilled meats, and aged pecorino.
Fun Fact
Fattoria Zerbina was among the first estates to demonstrate the high potential of Sangiovese in Romagna, elevating its reputation beyond everyday table wines.
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ANTONELLI SAN MARCO – Contrario Umbria Rosso IGT
Pronunciation: “Sah-grahn-TEE-noh”
Grape
100% Sagrantino, Umbria’s noble indigenous grape, reinterpreted in a youthful, unoaked style that highlights its fruit and freshness rather than its powerful tannins.
Region
Produced in Montefalco, Umbria, central Italy. Vineyards grow on clay-limestone soils at varying altitudes, with a continental climate that combines sunny days and cool nights, perfect for slow, even ripening.
Tasting Notes
Deep ruby red in colour. Aromas of wild berries, violets, and Mediterranean herbs. On the palate, it is medium-bodied, juicy, and vibrant, with firm but polished tannins, crisp acidity, and a fresh, lingering finish.
Vinification & Ageing
Fermentation with native yeasts in stainless steel tanks, followed by maturation exclusively in steel, avoiding oak to preserve the purity of fruit and the grape’s varietal expression.
Ageing Potential
Best enjoyed within 4–6 years for its freshness, though Sagrantino’s natural tannic backbone provides a solid framework for longer cellaring.
Food Pairing
Excellent with grilled lamb, charcuterie, roasted vegetables, and traditional Umbrian pasta dishes such as strangozzi with tomato or truffle.
Fun Fact
Antonelli San Marco is one of Umbria’s historic estates, dating back to the Middle Ages. The Contrario label was created to showcase a more approachable, playful side of the famously powerful Sagrantino grape.
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