Italian Wines - Carvinea

“When I walk in the vineyard during the day of the big thinning and I see entire bunches of grapes on the soil that will not become wines, I cry: they are grapes altruist, they give to other grapes the opportunity to become great wines.”

Beppe di Maria

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Lucerna

Lucerna Lucerna - Salento Bianco IGP - Fiano 100% Description “I’ve always loved fresh, light white wines and their elegant and delicate aromas. I called this Fiano Lucerna as the ancient oil lamps that were used in the farm at night to move from room to room in homage to the light they emanate and the simplicity of the flavor that they give. “

Beppe di Maria

Tasting notes Bright, straw-yellow. The main aromatic hints remind of white slightly ripe fruit and delicate floral notes. The palate is very fresh and flaunts an interesting acidic “verve” and good sapidity. Awards and Recognition

Lucerna 2018 Oscar “Bere Bene” Gambero Rosso 2020 for the best value/money

Lucerna 2012 89 – Annuario dei Migliori Vini Italiani 2014 – Luca Maroni

Alcohol content 12% Vol. Service temperature 8-10 °C Sheet

€12.50 Add to cart

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MerulaRosa

MerulaRosa MerulaRosa - Salento Rosè IGP - Montepulciano 100% Description “At the end of the harvest the blackbirds, called in the local dialect “merula” appear between the rows, catching the small grapes remained in the plant and the grapes fallen to the ground. They are particularly greedy of Montepulciano and for that reason I could not to dedicate them our expression in purity of this vine. “

Beppe di Maria

Tasting notes Bright cherry colored. On the nose it has typical scents of black currant and red ripe cherry with slightly spicy notes. The palate is lashed by a pleasant freshness and an important sapidity; the taste is persistent and enriched with fruity flavors. Awards

MerulaRosa 2015

90 – Annuario dei Migliori Vini Italiani 2017 – Luca Maroni

MerulaRosa 2014 90 – Annuario dei Migliori Vini Italiani 2016 – Luca Maroni

MerulaRosa 2012 Medaglia D’Oro – 2° concorso Enologico Nazionale Vini Rosati d’Italia – 2012 – Categoria 2 – Vini Rosati Tranquilli IGT – IGP

MerulaRosa 2012 88- Annuario dei Migliori Vini Italiani 2014 – Luca Maroni

Alcohol Content 12,00 % Vol. Serving temperature 8-10 °C Data Sheet

€12.50 Add to cart

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Ottorosa

Ottorosa Ottorosa - Rosè Salento IGP - Ottavianello 100% Description "I was a guest of a farmer from Ostuni who produces for himself and his friends a few hundred liters of wine obtained from some strains of Ottavianello planted in the countryside surrounding his home. Beyond the many technical flaws found in tasting, intrigued me with some sublime taste-olfactory notes. I decided that I should try to give luster to this forgotten variety and after four years of research I am excited about Otto and ready to bet on the bright future that awaits him". Beppe di Maria Tasting notes

Coral pink, clear and bright. The nose is ample and elegant, with hints that evolve from florealto balsamic. In the mouth it is fresh and taut and the freshness supports very well the typical fruits. The finish is silky and persistent with a return of iodine scents.

Alcohol content 12.00% Vol. Service temperature 8-10 °C Technical Sheet

€15.90 Add to cart

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Classic Method Brut Rosè

Classic Method Brut Rosè Classic Method Brut Rosè - Sparkling Brut Rosè - Aglianico 100 Description "The bubbles more than any other type must necessarily express the maximum elegance of a wine. I wanted to show those who still, unfortunately, insist that Puglia is not a land of whites, let alone sparkling wines classic method, that they are wrong and gross. To do so with my Aglianico Classic Method is a great, constant fun."

Beppe di Maria

Tasting notes Soft foam with fine and very persistent grain perlage. The color is a pink onion veil with coppery reflections. The scent is complex, characterized by fruity and floral notes, enriched by pleasant hints of bread crust. The taste expresses a refined elegance, accompanied by pleasant freshness and pleasant creaminess of the bubble.

Awards and Recognition

Rosé Brut Classic Method 2013 Five grapes – Bibenda 2020 - Italian Sommelier Foundation

Rosé Brut Classic Method 2010 Corona Wines Good of Italy 2016 Category "Perlage Italia Classical Method"

Rosé Brut Classic Method 2012 Five Grapes – Bibenda – 2018

Alcohol content 12.3 Vol. Service temperature 6-8 degrees Celsius Sheet

€37.00 – €40.00 Select options

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Lunachiena

Lunachiena Lunachiena - Red Salento IGP - Montepulciano, Aglianico and Petit Verdot Description

“The full moon always remind me, by analogy, the great wisdom of the elderly that can bright even the darkest nights. This wine is for me the exaltation of the fruit and a tribute to the convivial pleasure.”

Beppe di Maria

Tasting notes Ruby red color, it expresses intense plum and black cherry jam aromas. On the palate it is fresh, soft and enveloping, with smooth and well-blended tannins. The finish is long and satisfying with delicate mineral notes. Awards

Lunachiena 2009 Oscar “Bere Bene” Gambero Rosso 2013 for the best value/money

Alcohol Content 14% Vol. Serving temperature: 16-18 °C Data Sheet

€14.70 Add to cart

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Negroamaro

Negroamaro Negroamaro - Red Salento IGP - Negroamaro 100% Description

“One of the oldest vines of Italy, consul together with Primitivo of the salentine viticulture. I love the versatility of this grape that offers different organoleptic scenarios, giving always good results”.

Beppe di Maria

Tasting notes: The color is an intense ruby red. The olfactory receptors are delighted by pleasant floral aromas of ripe red fruits and licorice. The taste is enveloping, dry and, at the same time, fresh and well balanced. The tannins are gentle and elegant. Awards

Negroamaro 2017 Tre Bicchieri – Gambero Rosso 2019 – Vini d’Italia

Negroamaro 2014 Tre Bicchieri – Gambero Rosso 2017 – Vini d’Italia

Negroamaro 2013 Tre Bicchieri – Gambero Rosso 2016 – Vini d’Italia

Negroamaro 2011 Tre Bicchieri – Gambero Rosso 2015 – Vini d’Italia

Alcohol Content: 14,5% Vol. Serving Temperature: 18°C Data Sheet

€16.00 Add to cart

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Primitivo

Primitivo Primitivo - Red Salento IGP - Primitivo 100% Description "The quintessence of the fruit, the pleasantness of the sip, the simplicity of cherry notes, the veracity in the marriage with the earth. Contrary to what one might think, making a great wine with the primitive is not easy, you have to work hard to achieve a perfect balance, but in the chalice returns everything with interests."

Beppe di Maria

Tasting notes Bright ruby red color, it expresses to the nose aromas of cherry notes, red flowers and pleasant hints of sweet spices. The taste is fresch and fleshy; the finish is persistent with long fruity aftertaste. Awards

Primitivo 2015 Tre Bicchieri – Gambero Rosso 2018 – Vini d’Italia

Alcohol Content 14,5 % Vol. Serving temperature 18°C Data Sheet

€16.00 Add to cart

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Sierma WRT – Without added sulfites

SIERMA WRT no added sulfites Sierma without added sulfites - Red Salento IGP - Aglianico 100% Description “Aglianico is without doubt one of my favorite vines. Gruff and dour, sour and at the same time capable of delicate caresses. I decided to entrust to this beautiful vine the task of being the representative of Carvinea for the ambitious research project of which we are proud of being part: Wine Research Team”

Beppe di Maria

Tasting notes It showcases a deep and impenetrable ruby red. It brings with it waves of blacks blueberry jam, sweet spices and eucalyptus. The palate is full and rich, balanced with consistent aromatic sensations. The finish is long and elegant. Awards

Sierma WRT 2012 5 Grappoli Bibenda 2015 Fondazione Italiana Sommelier

Alcohol Content 13% Vol. Serving temperature 18 °C

€18.90 Add to cart

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Otto

Otto Otto - Red Salento IGP - Ottavianello 100% Description "I was guest of an Ostuni farmer who produces for himself a few hundred liters of wine made from Ottavianello planted in his countryside. Beyond many technical defects by, I have fallen in love with some sublime notes. I decided that I should try to bring prestige to this mistreated variety and after four years of research, I am excited about Otto and ready to bet on the bright future that awaits it."

Beppe di Maria

Tasting notes Ruby red transparent and brilliant color. The bouquet is ample and refined with distinct aromas of red cherries, cocoa, black pepper, red flowers and peppermint. On the palate it shows a surprisingly powerful fresh acidity well balanced by the softness. It has a long finish with red orange flavor. Awards

Otto 2016 Tre Bicchieri – Gambero Rosso 2019 – Vini d’Italia

Otto 2015 Super Tre Stelle – Luigi Veronelli

Otto 2014 Corona Vini Buoni d’Italia 2017

Alcohol Content 12,5 % Vol. Serving temperature 18 °C Data Sheet

€21.90 Add to cart

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“When I walk in the vineyard during the day of the big thinning and I see entire bunches of grapes on the soil that will not become wines, I cry: they are grapes altruist, they give to other grapes the opportunity to become great wines.”

Beppe di Maria

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Ottorosa

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Lunachiena

Negroamaro

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Sierma WRT – Without added sulfites

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“When I walk in the vineyard during the day of the big thinning and I see entire bunches of grapes on the soil that will not become wines, I cry: they are grapes altruist, they give to other grapes the opportunity to become great wines.”

Beppe di Maria

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