I'm so happy when I take something off my smoker, taste it and think "this is the best thing I have ever tasted!" Those ribs look great and I'm happy that you had the same reaction. That's what BBQ is all about!
Raichlen is one of my heroes when it comes to live fire cooking. I'm surprised to see his products available in Italy. Maybe I shouldn't be. But you could find oak wine barrels in Italy too I would think.
It makes me proud to hear that you are interested in BBQ and lament the lack of knowledge of that where you are. It is a New World thing so we can claim it I guess. On the other hand, you have much to be proud of in Italy regarding food, wine, ... women.
But I digress. I also suspect a tradition of hospitality. My sister married a guy who came here from Italy (with his parents) when he was about 5. We visited him and his parents one time and were never made to feel more welcome than we were in their home. It was truly an enjoyable visit.