A dry red wine of the native Puglia grape Primitivo. This wine is named after one of the rulers of Messapia, or the ancient ancestors of the modern inhabitants of Puglia, L’Opis. Apart from a wide range of Primitivos from Manduria, Cantolio offers fans of Primitivo also the ones from Salento. A little lighter, because not aged in wood, with very beautiful aroma notes of black currant and cinnamon, with well-balanced acidity.

Color: intense burgundy.

Aroma: complex, notes of black currant, raspberry, cinnamon, vanilla.

Flavor: warm, soft, velvety.

Food matching: perfect with lasagna, fatty sausage with beans, pork, semi-hard cheeses.

Serving temperature: 16°/18°C.

Alcohol content: 13,5%.

Dry red wine of the indigenous Primitivo di Manduria grape. An outstanding Primitivo beautifully called “Mare” or the Sea. The vineyards are located in the vicinity of the Ionic Sea, in the sandy soils alternating with the calcareous ones. It is a small area of land, where every work is done manually. The summer here is very hot and dry, with quite big day and night temperature differences, thanks to these factors the grapes contain a big potential of organic compounds – polyphenols. The presence of the sea makes the vine trees breath with salty air scenting of the Mediterranean Maquis. All these unique aromas are also present in the wine. The harvest is done early, until the middle of August, the wine after a short period of maturing in stainless steel ages for a few months in wood. Also “Mare” was awarded a gold medal in the competition Berliner Wine Trophy 2014 and received an award in Vinitaly 2014.

Color: intense ruby red.

Aroma: notes of liquorice, forest fruit, vanilla.

Flavor: warm, soft, velvety.

Food matching: excellent with ragout sauce, grilled meats and game, seasoned cheeses.

Serving temperature: 16°/18°C.

Alcohol content: 15%.

A dry white sparkling wine made from native Veneto grape Glera. Extra dry is the most popular version of this wine, mild dry with the sugar content at 13 gr/l, while Superiore indicates special selection of grapes and higher alcohol content. In the classic and picturesque zone of Valdobbiadene the hillside vineyards yield ripe Glera grapes, carefully transformed into the wine, that is famous all over the world. Light and crispy, virtually goes well with every dish. A glass of Prosecco quenches thirst and stimulates appetite.

Color: straw yellow, shimmering.

Perlage: fine, numerous.

Aroma: notes of apple, lemon, pink grapefruit, acacia blossom, wisteria.

Flavor: crisp, long lingering aftertaste.

Food matching: perfect as an aperitif, and also as an elegant accompaniment with fish, cured meats, risottos with vegetable and fish.

Serving temperature: 8°/10°C

Alcohol content: 11%.

Dry red wine from the native Tuscany grape Sangiovese. Several years ago some Tuscan winemakers started making their Chianti Classico Gran Selezione in the best vintages. These wines are carefully crafted in every detail, starting from the quality of grapes, selected first in the vineyard and then in the winery. The yield is 45 quintals per hectare. The grapes picked only by hand are gathered to 10kg cases. After the fermentation and prolonged maceration of the fruits with the most, which is done in big oak casks. The wine made from Cabernet Sauvignon is transferred into small French oak barrels used for second time, part of the wine made from Sangiovese matures in equally big barrels, but used for second and third time. The ageing time in wood, depending on the vintage, takes from 14 to 18 months. Gran Selezione is a great wine for special occasions. Extremely elegant, noble and harmonious.       

Color: intense ruby red,

Aroma: complex, rich, balsamic notes, spice, ripe red fruits

Flavour: velvety, tannic, long finish.  

Food matching: with beef dishes, ideal for bistecca alla fiorentina or beef steak.

Serving temperature: 18°C.

Alcohol content: 14%.

A dry red wine from the native Tuscan grape Sangiovese. The Riserva vintage, 2011, made from the grapes originating from a small 2ha vineyard cultivated only with Sangiovese. A unique terroir makes the wine extremely soft and fresh. In addition, the organic wine certificate guarantees natural merits of Riserva from the Chianti Colli Fiorentini subzone. Aged for almost one year in 2500 litre oak casks, great structure and rich aromas, but above all fresh and fruity notes of Sangiovese.

Color: deep, intense ruby red.

Aroma: intense, long lasting, fruity and floral notes with hints of spices.

Flavor: warm, soft, harmonious.

Food matching: excellent with meat dishes, Florence steak, grilled meats, meat in sauce with aromatic herbs.

Serving temperature: 20°C.

Alcohol content: 14,5%.

Dry red wine made from indigenous Sardinian grape Monica di Sardegna. The grape with a beautiful name is one of the oldest vines cultivated on the isle. It is common on the entire territory of Sardinia, while the best areas for its cultivation are located along the coast of the isle. Don Efisio is the name of a historic owner of fish ponds in Cabras. The Monica gives the wine with rich aroma notes, balanced acidity and good structure. 

The Superiore style with a higher alcohol content highlights all values of this grape. Not aged in wood. 

Color: ruby red.
Aroma: rich, vinous, notes of ripe red fruit.
Flavor: full, soft.
Food matching: excellent with roast pork-based dishes, roast chicken.
Serving temperature: 18°/20°C.
Alcohol content: 13,5%.

A dry red wine made from native Sicilia grape Nero di Avola. A light wine to drink everyday after the meal, not aged in wood.

Color: ruby red.
Aroma: rich, fruity, notes of cherry and morello.
Flavor: delicate, warm.
Food matching: excellent with pasta gratin and pasta sauces like ragù, lasagna, roast and stewed meats.
Serving temperature: 16°/18°C.
Alcohol content: 12,5%.

Dry white wine of native Piedmont grape Arneis. This is one of the best white wines of Piedmont, which comes from the left bank of the river Tanaro, Roero zone. Our supplier buys grapes in the town of Castagnito and then vinifies them in its own cellars. In the Piedmontese dialect Arneis is fractious and unruly character. Similarly, this wine tastes - is expressed, strong and distinctive.

Color: straw yellow with greenish hues.
Aroma: notes of lemon, nut and pineapple.
Flavor: dry, fresh, full
Food matching: starters based on fish or cured meats, with delicate first courses, grilled white meats, pizza.
Serving temperature: 10°/12°C.
Alcohol content: 13,5%.

A dry red wine of the native Piedmontese Nebbiolo grape. It is a refined version of Barbaresco from the Montestefano vineyard, because Riserva is made only in the best years. Certainly the year 2006 belongs to them, as for Piemonte is qualified as an elegant, hence the choice of the manufacturer to make a wine with enhanced flavor values and strong structure. The Barbaresco Riserva Montestefano was aged in large barrels for 36 months and then in the bottle. This is a very elegant wine with deep red brilliant color that with age presents orange hues.

Color: intensely deep red, brilliant, with time turning orange.
Aroma: notes of cherries, preserves of red fruit, violet, rose, delicate notes of spices, resin.
Flavor: dry, decisive and very elegant.
Food matching: meat-filled pasta dishes, game roasts, braised red meats and matured cheeses.
Serving temperature:16°/18°C in the Burgundy glasses.
Alcohol content: 13,5%