Description
A Classic Duo of Italian Reds
This Original 2 Bottle Italian Red Wine Set brings together two outstanding expressions of southern Italian winemaking – a smooth Montepulciano from Abruzzo and a characterful Sicilian blend of Nero d’Avola and Frappato. Together, they offer a delicious balance of richness, vibrancy and authenticity, making this set a perfect introduction to Italy’s most-loved red wines.
The Gran Sasso Montepulciano is a shining example of why this grape has become a favourite across the world. Ruby red with garnet hues, it bursts with aromas of red berries and plum, lifted by a touch of vanilla. On the palate, it is full-bodied yet elegant, with silky tannins and a lingering finish that makes it ideal for pairing with pasta, pizza or rich meat dishes.
The U… Passimiento from Baglio Gibellina showcases the best of Sicily’s warm climate and volcanic soils. Made from old-vine Nero d’Avola and Frappato, this organic and vegan wine is brimming with red berry aromas. Smooth, full-bodied and beautifully balanced, it delivers a warmth and depth that is both satisfying and versatile, making it a perfect partner for Mediterranean flavours.
Together, these wines offer an authentic taste of Italy – approachable, food-friendly and packed with character.
Becky Hewes
Becky Says:
I’ve chosen these two wines because they represent such different but equally charming sides of Italy. Montepulciano from Abruzzo has always been a crowd-pleaser – it’s rich, fruity and effortlessly drinkable, the kind of wine that works for both weeknight suppers and special occasions.
U… Passimiento, on the other hand, is one of those wines that always makes me smile. It has so much warmth and generosity, bursting with fruit but still refined and elegant. The old vineyards and volcanic soils give it a depth that makes it stand out, and it’s a wine that pairs beautifully with food or can be enjoyed just on its own.
I love this set because it gives you two very different expressions of Italy – one bold and structured, the other smooth and vibrant – and both are wines I know you’ll want to enjoy again and again.
What’s in the Original 2 Bottle Italian Red Wine Gift
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£14.50Baglio Gibellina is situated in picturesque Sicily where its vineyards are surrounded by the hills of Salemi and Santa Ninfa. Old vineyards located between 300-600m above sea level are grown on a mixture of clay and volcanic soils with limited yields allowing for the production of outstanding wines with incredible […]
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£14.99The Gran Sasso wines are made by Valentino Sciotti and his team. Rino Santeusanio and Francesco De Santis are the winemakers, with Alberto Antonini acting as consultant. Together, they ensure that the wines have a freshness and vivacity that sets them apart from many in this area. This wine is […]
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