If its feeling like a chore to hunt for a good wine for your next dinner date, Wine Connection is stepping in with a curated selection of six Italian wines this April! 

The largest chain of wine retail shops and full-service wine themed restaurants in Southeast Asia is bringing six handpicked Italian wines of the Month, now available for retail purchases from all Wine Connection retail shops, restaurant dine-in or online orders. The wines are offered at a special price of $29 a bottle or $6 a glass for restaurant dine-ins. 

So, what's on the menu?

Poggio Al Casone Chianti Superiore - Tuscany: This classic red is a marriage of Sangiovese and Canaiolo grapes. A vivacious ruby red colour presents an intense nose with fruity notes with violet notes. Aging in traditional casks is said to have balanced out its round and fruity character. 

Capo Zafferano Primitivo Di Manduria - Puglia: On the nose, this is said to have notes of red berries tempt with hints of vanilla, toasted notes and spices which reportedly lend complexity to its bouquet. There is also apparently a great tannic structure perfectly balanced on the palate and finish. It comes highly recommended when paired with grilled meats and mature hard cheeses.

Coste Di Moro Montepulciano D'Abruzzo - Abruzzo: A biodynamic and vegan wine boasting a deep ruby red color, its bouquet is said to open with red fruit and black cherry jam with mild notes of cocoa. The palate is said to be warm, fairly tannic, soft but intense, all wrapped up with an almond finish. Best paired with cured, grilled or baked meats, as well as pasta dishes

Duca Di Saragnano Vino Nobile Di Montepulciano - Tuscany: This wine has  light garnet hues in the glass, which leads up to a lasting nose that is said to have violet, forest berries, spice and tobacco notes. Tannins from slow aging in oak barrels adds structure, elegance and the smoothness to the wine.

Zaccagnini ‘Tralcetto’ Pecorino D'Abruzzo - Abruzzo: Boasting a straw yellow of medium intensity, the bouquet is said to have notes of yellow flowers, fruit and hints of herbs such as thyme and mint. The palate is said to have a continuous balance between depth, freshness and salinity.

Valdo ‘Elevantum’ Rosé Prosecco DOC Brut Millesimato - Veneto: A vintage bottle of prosecco Rosé it presents a typical floral and delicately fruity bouquet with hints of apple, pear and small red fruits on the nose. Recommended as an aperitif but equally versatile as an all-meal companion, proving a great match for light pasta, vegetarian, fish and shellfish dishes.

If choosing from all those lovely wines got you picking up an appetite, Wine Connection is also offering 20% off any order of pizza or pasta when ordered in accompaniment of any bottle of Italian wine.

Any of Wine Connection’s collection of Italian wines to be eligible for the promotion, including their six Wines of the Month. The promotion is valid for the whole month of April. Do note, however, that this is applicable only to the first four orders per bottle of wine and for dine - in at Wine Connection Bistros only.

For those that might want to pair their wines with a good old-fashioned cheese selection, there's a Raclette Set for 2 (at $49++) at the Cheese Bar @ Robertson Walk with any purchase of a bottle of Italian wine. This promotion is available for dine-in customers all day, everyday.

Kanpai!

88 Bamboo Editorial Team