This top Barolo is from the legendary Cannubi vineyard, whose fame stretches as far back as 1752. There are multiple owners in the vineyard who make small quantities of this often ethereal juice. Chiara Boschis makes less than 1000 cases per year of her Cannubi, which has a persistent nose, ... more
'Scavino is a master of Barolo. Enrico Scavino and his two daughters, Enrica and Elisa, continue to produce outstanding Barolos year in and year out.' -- The Wine Spectator
Enrico Scavino has been at the forefront of the modernist movement in Piedmont since the 1980s, and is today one of ... more
The Barolo Carobric is made from 100% Nebbiolo, and is aged for two years in French oak barrels followed by another 12 months in the bottle. With an intense ruby red color and a nose of wild berries and aromatic herbs, this full-bodied wine is perfect with roasted meats and ... more
Made of 100% Nebbiolo, the vines for this wine were planted in 1938, 1979 and 1984. The wine is aged in French oak barriques for 24 months and then kept in the cellar for 6-7 months more before being released. more
Voerzio’s 2004 Barolo Rocche dell’Annunziata/Torriglione is a stunning effort. It bursts from the glass with soaring aromatics that lead to a beautifully articulated core of red fruit, sweet spices and mint that is buttressed by finessed, silky tannins that caress the palate. This long, pure Barolo combines the feminine qualities ... more
Le Coste is a relatively new cru (vineyard) from Grimaldi with extremely small production, about 375 cases per year. The bouquet is floral and fruity, with ripe concentration in the mouth and a full, deep, velvety mouthfeel. 2004 is a top Barolo vintage, you can decant this structured wine from ... more
Robert Parker raved : "Domenico Clerico is one of the most gifted winemakers in Piedmont...these are wines of extraordinary richness, amazing aromatics, and sensual personalities that satiate both the hedonistic and the intellectual senses." more
Voerzio’s 2004 Barolo Brunate captures the telltale balsamic notes of this justly famous site with gorgeous suggestions of mint, tobacco and licorice wrapped around an expressive, authoritative core of plush dark plums, prunes and black cherries. This dark, brooding Barolo finishes with big, building tannins that will require patience. A ... more
This estate makes tiny quantities of Barolo from old vines in their small cellar on La Morra's main street. The "Brunate" is from one of the top vineyards in La Morra. The wine has a deep red color, with aromas of cherries, red currants, dried roses, spices and coffee. Dry, ... more
Brothers Aldo and Riccardo Seghesio began bottling their wine from their 10 hectares in the La Villa cru in 1988; the cru, in the Castelletto subzone not far from Manzone’s Gramolere, is another one of the most precipitous, best-drained expositions in all of Barolo at a high elevation. Seghesio’s Barolo ... more
Look for elegant and intense aromas, with notes of raspberry, wild fruit and tobacco. In the mouth, this pretty wine is soft and accessible, with notes of ripe red fruits and sweet herbs. Plenty of length and a fine, lingering finish makes it complex and very satisfying. It was aged ... more
Made by the legendary Bruno Giacosa, this Barolo has an ample and complex bouquet with notes of truffles and licorice. In the mouth it feels dry, full and velvety, with great complexity. Just given the coveted Tre Bicchieri (3 Glass) award by the Gambero Rosso. more