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Celebrating Orvieto’s Terroir: Palazzone Honored by Vitae La Guida Vini 2027

Stefania del Giudice — Thu, 22 Oct 2026 14:39:25 +0000

Celebrating Orvieto’s Terroir: Palazzone Honored by Vitae La Guida Vini 2027

Perched in the green heart of Umbria, the Orvieto region is defined by its ancient winemaking traditions, deep sedimentary clay, and iconic tufa cliffs. For decades, the Palazzone estate has been dedicated to capturing the essence of this remarkable landscape in every bottle.

Today, Palazzone is honored to share that its commitment to Umbrian viticulture has been recognized by Vitae La Guida Vini 2027, with exceptional scores awarded to three defining wines:

Orvieto Classico Superiore
Muffa Nobile 2023
95.5 Points

A true reflection of Orvieto’s unique microclimate, where autumnal morning mists create the perfect conditions for noble rot, resulting in a sweet wine of extraordinary complexity.

Orvieto Classico Superiore
Campo del Guardiano 2023
93.5 Points

Highlighting the incredible aging potential of the region’s indigenous varietals, this cru thrives in Palazzone’s mineral-rich soils, delivering lasting elegance.

Orvieto Classico Superiore
Terre Vineate 2025
92.5 Points

A classic, vibrant expression of the Orvieto Classico appellation, rooted deeply in the local terroir.

These accolades belong as much to the magnificent Orvieto region as they do to the estate.
Palazzone invites wine enthusiasts to experience the history and landscape of Umbria through these celebrated vintages, which are now available online and at the winery tasting room.

OUR TIP: transforms a simple tasting into a memorable Umbrian getaway.
To truly experience Umbria, consider spending a few nights at the Locanda at Palazzone.
Waking up surrounded by the vineyards offers a perfect retreat into the tranquil countryside.
Orvieto’s ancient streets, guests can return to the estate to unwind as the sun sets over the vines with a glass of Orvieto Classico in hand.

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Falstaff’s Tuscany’s Winners – A Journey through the Region

Stefania del Giudice — Mon, 19 Oct 2026 13:14:06 +0000

Tuscany’s Winners: A Journey Through the Regions

The latest Falstaff ratings are a true celebration of Tuscan terroir.
From the dramatic hills of inland Sangiovese strongholds to the sun-drenched Mediterranean coast, our collection has secured spectacular scores across three of Tuscany’s most iconic wine areas.

Montalcino | Bold & Cellar-Worthy Reds

High up in the prestigious zone of Montalcino, Patrizia Cencioni delivers masterfully structured wines from the Sangiovese grape:

94 Points – 123 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva 2020
A powerful red with aromas of dark wood, cherry, and wild berries, built with exceptional aging potential.
94 Points –Ofelio Brunello di Montalcino 2021
Juicy, precise, and complex, showing elegant notes of plum, cherry, rosemary, and dark chocolate.
90 Points – Toscana Rosato 2025
A vibrant, bright pink rosé dominated by fresh raspberry, red currant, and crisp blood orange.

Montepulciano | Elegant & Historic Sangiovese

Further inland, the historic hillsides of Montepulciano bring out the refined, silky, and perfumed side of the region under the craftsmanship of Gracciano della Seta:

94 Points – Pieve Gracciano Vino Nobile di Montepulciano 2021
An impressive, deeply expressive wine featuring a complex fruit core and beautifully polished tannins.
93 Points – Vino Nobile di Montepulciano Riserva 2022
Lively and sophisticated, opening with charming notes of pomegranate, cherry, and a hint of pepper.
92 Points – Vino Nobile di Montepulciano 2023
Beautifully structured with effortless drinkability, ripe tannins, and great freshness

Maremma | Fresh & Coastal Whites

Down along the warm Tuscan coast, the maritime breezes create the perfect climate for crisp, vibrant white wines at Cantina LaSelva:

90 Points – Vermentino Maremma Toscana 2025
A wonderfully fresh white displaying bright citrus zest, yellow apple, and a refreshing, salty coastal finish.

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90 Points by Falstaff for Cantina LaSelva

Stefania del Giudice — Mon, 19 Oct 2026 12:48:42 +0000

90 Points by Falstaff for Cantina LaSelva

We are thrilled to share that the 2025 vintage of Cantina LaSelva Vermentino Maremma Toscana DOC has received a 90-point rating from Falstaff.
A beautifully balanced, crisp white wine featuring bright citrus notes and a refreshing finish.

THE WINE

Grapes: 100% Vermentino (Maremma)

Vinification: the grapes are harvested by hand during the coolest hours of the day, and are then crushed and pressed. The flower must is left to decant and ferment in stainless steel at a temperature of 16°C. Ageing on the lees for 6 months in steel tanks and refinement in the bottle for at least 3 months.

Flavour and aroma: straw yellow. Hints of citrus fruits, peach and yellow flowers. Harmonious, full-bodied flavour, with an intense, persistent and savoury finish.
Pairings: aperitifs, vegetable and fish dishes, shellfish and white meats.

ORGANIC WINE

Curious fact:

the vermentino variety is a white grape that needs heat, light and temperature changes in order to fully bring out its aromatic characteristics.
Hilly vineyards are therefore the ideal setting for producing wines like our Vermentino, which have a strong personality.

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Icardi: awards’ update

Stefania del Giudice — Thu, 08 Oct 2026 07:46:13 +0000

Icardi: awards’ update: Nice ratings by Wine Enthusiast and Vini Buoni (Touring Club Italiano) for Icardi’s wines.

VINI BUONI 2027

WINE ENTHUSIAST

Barolo Fossati 2021

Points

Barolo Parej 2021

Points

2 SOULS, 1 COMPANY

Early in the Sixties Mr. Pierino began producing his own wine starting off a quality trend that remains a key feature of our company nowadays. Pierino’s son and daughter, Claudio and Mariagrazia, are now managing the company in their father’s footsteps.

The Winery is located in Castiglione Tinella, within the Province of Cuneo, between the Lower Langa and the Monferrato Regions. Rolling hills almost completely covered in vineyards are visible as far as the eye can see and make Castiglione Tinella one of the liveliest towns in Italy. The cliffs running down towards the valleys Tinella and Belbo frame the vineyards and the wood patches, creating a unique landscape.

The extension of the vineyards allows our company’s production to cover all types of wines available in the South of Piedmont. Icardi’s style is renowned around the world for its significantly fruity, refined, clean and elegant wines. The balanced flavour of both regular and “more important” wines can be appreciated immediately after production.

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Falstaff: outstanding rating for Monzio Compagnoni

Stefania del Giudice — Mon, 05 Oct 2026 08:41:55 +0000

Falstaff: outstanding ratings for Monzio Compagnoni.

We are proud to announce that Monzio Compagnoni Franciacorta Satèn Brut 2022 has been awarded an outstanding 94 points in the Falstaff Sparkling Special Tasting.

An expression of elegance, precision and finesse, this Franciacorta Satèn reflects the distinctive character and craftsmanship of Monzio Compagnoni.

A Franciacorta of exceptional refinement, made for those who appreciate the art of sparkling wine. 🥂

Franciacorta Satèn Brut Millesimato is not the classic Saten. It’s Monzio Compagnoni’s boldest interpretation of a product known for its softness, elegance and refinement.

Grapes: 100 % Chardonnay

Color: very deep, thick golden yellow.

Bouquet: It has a rich spectrum of scents, it is enveloping and almost fat without any cloyingness; there are sensations of vanilla, biscuit, liquorice and aniseed.

Taste: In perfect correspondence with the nose, the taste is also full, rich, generous and juicy; all well balanced by an acid base that allows the sweet sensations (of ripe fruit) to express themselves without tiring the palate.

30 years of work, experience and passion

In a cellar surrounded by nature, among the splendid hills of Franciacorta, the passion for wine was born. Here, where the climate is mild and the terroir is inimitable, the winery has brought technical wisdom and entrepreneurial art to create a dynamic, fresh and true collection.

Authenticity, quality, tradition: thanks to the combination of these elements, these Franciacorta and other wines have a concrete, recognizable character, which perfectly embodies winery’s philosophy.

30 hectares in the Franciacorta region with vineyards of Chardonnay, Pinot Nero and Pinot Bianco in Adro, Nigoline and Cologne.

3 hectares of Merlot, Cabernet and Moscato in Brusaporto.

Check their website and discover more about Monzio Compagnoni →

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BIBENDA 2027

Stefania del Giudice — Tue, 22 Sep 2026 10:25:53 +0000

THE WAIT IS OVER! EXCELLENCE IN A GLASS!

We are absolutely thrilled to announce our spectacular winners of the prestigious Cinque Grappoli Bibenda 2027!

These exceptional wines represent the absolute pinnacle of Italian winemaking, passion, and terroir.

Join us in raising a massive glass to this year’s awarded masterpieces:

MASSOLINO | Barolo Vigna Rionda Riserva 2020

FATTORIA AMBRA | Carmignano Elzana Riserva 2022

PIETROSO | Brunello di Montalcino 2021

GAROFOLI | Verdicchio dei Castelli di Jesi Classico Superiore Podium 2023

CANTINA SANTADI | Carignano del Sulcis Superiore Terre Brune 2022

CANTINA SANTADI | Carignano del Sulcis Rocca Rubia Riserva 2023

A huge congratulations to the estates and the dedicated hands behind these incredible bottles!

The list of all winners can be found here –>

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A Tale of Two Harvests

Stefania del Giudice — Tue, 22 Sep 2026 09:25:58 +0000

A Tale of Two Harvests: How Nature and Smart Investments are shaping a great vintage

The grape harvest is always a season of anticipation, and this year we are thrilled to share positive updates from two of our producers: Masseria del Feudo and Torre Raone.
While they experienced different growing conditions, both estates are reporting a fantastic harvest—a testament to both natural blessings and dedicated expertise.

Masseria del Feudo: the prolonged warm weather was followed by a significant temperature shift between the end of August and the beginning of September. Combined with the rainfall in July and carefully managed irrigation, these conditions helped restore balance to the vines and supported a slow, healthy ripening process.

The result was a beautiful harvest of healthy, vibrant grapes, with excellent balance and freshness—a true reflection of a season shaped by Mother Nature’s perfect timing.

The 2026 vintage has certainly been among the most difficult experienced at Torre Raone, with high temperatures starting as early as May and continuing uninterrupted until mid-September.

With a scorching and dry summer, the grapes ripened extremely early, so much so that the harvest began on August 5.

“Thanks to the reservoir, we were able to carry out emergency irrigation, which saved the crop and led to a truly rewarding harvest. The lake, which collected rainwater during the winter, was undoubtedly a huge ally for us and will be a great resource if it rains during the coming winter.”

– Dante Di Tizio –

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Moscato d’Asti La Caliera 2026

Stefania del Giudice — Mon, 21 Sep 2026 14:21:19 +0000

The 2026 Moscato d’Asti from Borgo Maragliano is here!

Piemonte had a challenging vintage, but the right timing and Carlo’s expertise resulted in a beautifully refreshing Moscato.

Light, fresh and wonderfully versatile — whether you’re pairing it with an aperitivo or fruit salads.

Pssst… want to know a secret? It’s also wonderful simply on its own (chilled of course).

THE WINE

MOSCATO D’ ASTI DOCG

Grapes: 100% Moscato Bianco di Canelli

Winemaking: After harvesting, the ripe Moscato grapes undergo soft pressing. The product obtained is chilled to 0 °C to prevent fermentation. Each individual batch is filtered and put in a pressurised tank which retains the carbon dioxide and warms the product, which is still completely sugary, to a temperature of 15 °C. This promotes the fermentation process which is allowed to continue until an alcohol content of 5.5% vol. is reached. The product, which is now Moscato d’Asti, is chilled to a temperature of 0 °C to block fermentation.

Tasting notes: A high-altitude Moscato, full-bodied and velvety with an intense bouquet featuring scents of candied fruit, acacia blossom and a musky background. The scent of “violet” is quite unique.

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Vinous: awards for Podere Il Castellaccio

Stefania del Giudice — Mon, 21 Sep 2026 07:08:45 +0000

Vinous: awards for Podere Il Castellaccio.
Take a look at these recent ratings of Podere Il Castellaccio by Vinous.

Podere Il Castellaccio is situated in Castagneto Carducci, across the seaward side of Segalari Hills, at an altitude of 194 meters a.s.l.
Due to its geographic position, the vineyards enjoy a Mediterranean climate, with more solar radiations, a better thermal excursion and a higher ventilation.

An historic Estate

The passion of one man marks the beginning of the history of Podere Il Castellaccio. In the 1960s, Luigi Corradini, the maternal grandfather of current owner Alessandro Scappini, found an estate of 18 hectares on the hills of Castagneto Carducci. The area is Bolgheri, a place that was not yet world famous and had nothing to recommend it other than the essence of the land and the potential it had to produce great wine.
To plant his first vineyards Luigi was only able to use grapes that were native to the Chianti and Scansano area. Thus were Pugnitello, Foglia Tonda, Sangiovese planted – just a few hectares, native wine varieties and a small wine cellar. Over the years, the management of the estate gradually transitioned into the hands of his son Roberto.

However, it was only in 2009 that the winery Podere Il Castellaccio was founded by Alessandro Scappini, the third generation in charge of the estate.
Alessandro Scappini, born and raised in Bolgheri, decided indeed to work with a 60 years old family vineyard planted with ancient varieties. In the meantime he also starts growing the signature grapes of the DOC and makes his debut on the market with its first Bolgheri wine with the vintage 2015. His path inside the DOC is completed in the vintage 2018 when his Bolgheri Superiore Il Castellaccio is born and it was released for the first time on the market at the begin of 2021.

Not only Bolgheri

“A sip from the past, while looking to the future” is the catchphrase used by this highly-manicured Bolgheri winery.

The family passion and the expertise added by the winemaker Attilio Pagli have the aim to tell the story of the region through the salvaging of ancient varieties that are inextricably linked to the tradition of Tuscan wine, specifically in the area of Bolgheri.

The older vineyards, occupying more than 2 hectares, are planted with Tuscan natives Sangiovese, Ciliegiolo, Foglia Tonda and Pugnitello.

6 labels:

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Patrizia Cencioni: 95 Points by Doctor Wine

Stefania del Giudice — Thu, 17 Sep 2026 13:51:43 +0000

Patrizia Cencioni: 95 Points by Doctor Wine

BRUNELLO DI MONTALCINO RISERVA 123 2020

100% sangiovese
Manual selection of the bunches, soft de-stemming, fermentation at controlled temperature, 32 days of skin contact.
Aged for 48 months in 20 Hl Slavonian oak Barrels and 7,5 hl French oak Barrels.

Color: deep, bright ruby red with garnet reflection.
Aroma: intense bouquet with great complexity. Sour cherry, violet, blood orange, followed by spice with perceptible hints of leather and tobacco.
Flavor: well-structured and intense. Rich, elegant, with a velvety texture and great persistence.
Food Pairings: perfect match for red meats and game.

THE WINERY:

Founded in 1989, the winery Patrizia Cencioni is now managed by three women who continue a tradition started by their grandfather, Giuseppe Cencioni, one of the founders of the Consorzio del Brunello di Montalcino.
The estate spans about 50 hectares, including 8 dedicated to Brunello di Montalcino vineyards and 7 to olive groves.

Patrizia, Annalisa and Arianna

Last but not least, the winery offers tours and tastings at their location at Podere Capanna, 102 – 53024 Montalcino.

Don’t miss out on what’s coming next—follow their pages to stay in the loop

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