Tasting Notes: Any other producer might take these grapes and age them in cask and call it Barolo. But the brothers work differently, and the results are singular and intense. Pine, black cherry and mint all emerge from the glass.... Read More
Tasting Notes: The Fletcher Nebbiolo d'Alba is a Barbaresco hidden as a Nebbiolo. The vineyards sit outside of Barbaresco, on the far side of the Tanaro river in two different regions, Scaparoni and Monta but the style is... Read More
Tasting Notes: The Fontanafredda Barolo Serralunga d'Alba, from 100% estate -grown Nebbiolo, displays the virile muscle and power that is a benchmark for quality Barolo from Serralunga. This ready to drink Barolo is loaded... Read More
Tasting Notes: Nestled within the delineated Barolo appellation, the commune of Barolo is home to some of the region’s most austere and complex wines. The Fratelli Barale Barolo is sourced from several crus, including Castellero,... Read More
Tasting Notes: The Abbazia di Novacella Valle Isarco Kerner has aromas of smoke, ash, and limes develop into a generous body. Well framed and creamy texture with energized acidity on the palate. Drink now!!! Colin, Eataly Chicago... Read More
Tasting Notes: On the nose, Aia Vecchia Lagone shows notes of cherry, vanilla and herbs. On the palate, it is dry, structured and elegant with flavors of plum, ripe cherries, wild berries and a hint of spice, followed by a lengthy... Read More
Tasting Notes: At some point in the middle 1960’s Amilcare, with the help of a cousin and the goading of the not-yet-famous Italian food journalist Veronelli, planted a couple acres of Fogarina vines behind his mother’s... Read More
Tasting Notes: At some point in the middle 1960’s Amilcare, with the help of a cousin and the goading of the not-yet-famous Italian food journalist Veronelli, planted a couple acres of Fogarina vines behind his mother’s... Read More
Tasting Notes: The Alberico Rosso Appia Antico 400 is 50% Merlot, 40% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Cabernet Franc from a massal selection of the prince’s original clonal material. It was said the prince tore up his vines when... Read More
Tasting Notes: The Alberto Loi Cannonau di Sardegna Sa Mola is floral with spicy hints of white pepper, cardamom, and clove. The palate has dusty red berries, wild herbs and a balanced acidity.... Read More
Tasting Notes: The Alberto Oggero Roero Bianco is from 20-30 year old organic Arneis vines. More texture and body than a typical Arneis, but not less fragrant, this elegant white has peach pit, spiced apple and almond notes that... Read More
Tasting Notes: The Aldo Conterno Barolo Colonello has tantalizing aromas of violets, mint, roses and wild berries. The dense palate is loaded with charm, red cherries, white flowers and a mineral push.
Tasting Notes: The Aldo Conterno Langhe Nebbiolo Il Favot is from Barolo vines no older than 15 years located in Monforte d’Alba. Aged in new barriques, the wine shows a pretty floral black cherry nose, tinged by a note... Read More
Tasting Notes: The Aldo Rainoldi Rosso di Valtellina San Gregorio is from 100% Nebbiolo grapes grown in the mountainous Valtellina area of Lombardia. Ruby red color. Medium-bodied, particularly fresh and fruity: hints of currants,... Read More