nebbiolo
Barbaresco 1989, Gaja
Angelo Gaja, a legend in his lifetime and the producer of the Gaja Barbaresco 1989 which is expertly blended from 100 percent Nebbiolo grape to provide a bouquet of red fruit. Dry with a satisfying palate, this outstanding red wine is an excellent choice to accompany beef, lamb, game and pasta cuisine.
Langhe Sperss 1997, Gaja
The Gaja Langhe Sperss 1997 is expertly blended from the Nebbiolo grape to provide an earthy and fruity aroma. A superb Sperss, with refined aromas of minerals, flowers, berries and just a hint of mint. Full-bodied and powerful, with chewy tannins and a long berry, cherry and mineral aftertaste. Impressive structure. This red wine is an excellent choice to accompany beef, lamb, game and pasta cuisine. Best after 2005. 2,000 cases made. Gaja was never a great sustainer of the thesis that Barbaresco/Barolo should be 100 per cent Nebbiolo. In the late 1990s, Gaja decided to re-classify his Barolos, Sperss and Conteisa, as Langhe Nebbiolo DOC, which permits an addition of 15% of other grapes recommended or authorized for the province of Cuneo (could be Barbera or Cabernet Sauvignon; Gaja claims the former).
Barolo Sperss 1990, Gaja
The 1990 Gaja Langhe Sperrs now re-classified as Gaja Barolo Sperrs is expertly blended from 100% Nebbiolo grape to provide an aroma of roses, black fruits, smoke and a hint of tar. Outstanding, full-bodied with a moderately tannic finish, this wine is an excellent choice to accompany beef, lamb, game and pasta cuisine.
Barolo La Serra 1997, Marcarini
The Marcarini Barolo La Serra 1997 is expertly blended from the Nebbiolo grape. Full-bodied with soft tannins and a fruity, pretty aftertaste. Notes of strawberry, mineral and plum, with hints of mint. Up-front, delicious, well-balanced and round with a velvet texture and fresh acidity, this wine is an excellent choice to accompany beef, lamb, game and pasta cuisine. Better with bottle age.
Barolo Castiglione 1995, Oddero
Featuring a ruby red colour with light garnet reflections, the Oddero Barolo Castiglione 1995 is expertly blended from the Nebbiolo grape to provide wonderfully deep fruit aromas that mingle with smoke, tar and wet earth in this dense but elegant Barolo. Ripe but not overdone, subtle oak accents shine the spotlight and ripe fruit. Tannins are firm but also ripe and sweet. With a long-lasting palate, this wine pairs well with beef, lamb, game and pasta.
Tre Soli Tre 2000, Distillerie Berta
The Tre Soli Tre 2000 Gift Box is expertly blended from Nebbiolo grape to produce a wonderful bouquet of ripe fruit, cocoa and vanilla. With a distinctive amber colour, this liquor exudes a pervasive and outstanding personality, making it the perfect partner to chocolate, fruit salads, cheeses and desserts.
Langhe Rosso 2020, Batasiolo
Expertly crafted from Dolcetto, Barbera and Nebbiolo grapes, the Langhe Rosso 2020 displays an eye-catching intense ruby red colour, clear and transparent. The bouquet has hints of remarkable vinosity with pleasant sensations of red berries, herbs and spices. The sensation of the aromatic wood completes this wine. In the mouth, its good tannins, delicate crispness and pleasant alcohol content make it round, fruity, full-body and pleasantly enveloping. This dry and full-bodied red wine is an excellent choice to pair with meat dishes, cheese and risotto. Blends of Barbera, Nebbiolo and Dolcetto in varying percentages.
Barbaresco Fausoni 2014, Sottimano
This beautifully balanced wine boasts an enviable combination of structure and finesse. The Barbaresco Fausoni 2014 expresses aromas of pressed rose, iris, wild berry, cake spice and a whiff of pressed powder. Firm, full-bodied and ultra-fine tannins this wine delivers aromas of ripe black cherry, crushed raspberry, white pepper, star anise and clove. Made with Nebbiolo grapes for excellent quality, this red piedmont pairs well with beef, pasta, lamb and game cuisine. Drink between 2020-2032. 92 point rating.
Barbaresco 2018, Albino Rocca
Featuring a fine and elegant mix of raspberry, strawberry and black cherries, the Barbaresco 2018 is bright ruby red with garnet reflections. Dry, warm, quite smooth, fresh, medium-bodied rightly tannic, intense, quite persistent with a fresh and fruity finish. Made with Nebbiolo grapes for excellent quality, this red piedmont pairs well with beef, pasta, lamb and game cuisine. 93 point rating.
Barbaresco 2017, Albino Rocca
Featuring expressions of cherry, plum, licorice and spice flavors, the Barbaresco 2017 is a fine balanced, supple red which firms up midpalate through to the finish and provides a dusty tannin. Made with Nebbiolo grapes for excellent quality, this red piedmont pairs well with beef, pasta, lamb and game cuisine. 92 point rating.
Barbaresco 2016, Albino Rocca
Featuring a bright and energetic, dark and fleshy, dry and warm full of cherry, raspberry and tar flavors with a hint of wild herbs, the Barbaresco 2016 is bright red with garnet reflections. It provides a balanced, dusty tannin kick for a lingering finish. Made with 100% Nebbiolo grapes for excellent quality, this red piedmont pairs well with beef, pasta, lamb and game cuisine. 93 point rating.
Barbaresco 2019, Batasiolo
With a bouquet of earth and fruity tones, the Savoury, classic Barbaresco 2019 is a rich and intense red that provides a bold earthy with a tobacco taste, black cherry, cedar, baking spices and notes of balsamic. Made with Nebbiolo grapes for excellent quality, this red piedmont pairs well with beef, pasta, lamb and game cuisine.
Barbaresco 2015, Batasiolo
Loaded with finesse, the Barbaresco 2015 is a structured wine that boasts an alluring fragrance of ripe red berry, violet, rose and cinnamon. The bright palate delivers concentrated black cherry, raspberry, baking spices and balsamic notes with youthful but refined tannins. Made with Nebbiolo grapes for excellent quality, this red piedmont pairs well with beef, pasta, lamb and game cuisine.
Barolo Boscareto 2014, Batasiolo
Expertly crafted with Nebbiolo grapes for excellent quality, the Barolo Boscareto 2014 is a garnet red wine with earthy aromas, dried cherry, prune, crushed herbs, clove, truffle, leather and a whisper of rose. This red wine is well-balanced and full-bodied. Firm acidity and drying tannins provide support to a firm dry slightly salty finish. Elegant and vibrant ethereal palate, it is the perfect choice to accompany red meat, roasts, game and mature cheeses. 90 point rating.
Barolo Boscareto 2009, Batasiolo
Expertly crafted with Nebbiolo grapes for excellent quality, the Barolo Boscareto 2009 features a deep garnet red with orange reflections accented with shades of pink and purple. Intense and persistent, ethereal with notes of fruit and dried flowers. It has evident aromas of sweet spice, toast and leather. Elegant and pleasant to the palate, it is the perfect choice to accompany beef, pasta, lamb and game cuisine.
Barolo Briccolina 2014, Batasiolo
Expertly crafted with Nebbiolo grapes for excellent quality, the Barolo Briccolina 2014 features a deep garnet red color with intense and persistent aromas of ripe fruit, flowers and spices with delicate flavors of wood. Its power, elegance and charm, give fullness to the palate and great intensity. The perfect choice to accompany beef, pasta, lamb and game cuisine.
Barolo Arborina 2011, Mauro Veglio
Expertly crafted with Nebbiolo grapes for excellent quality, the Barolo Arborina 2011 displays a deep concentrated nose with notes of licorice, tar, leather, black cherries, asphalt and a hint of dark chocolate. Young and powerful. Very long broad finish. Tightly packed tannins. With a well-balanced palate of dark cherries and prunes, it is the perfect choice to accompany beef, pasta, lamb and game cuisine.
Barolo Monforte d’Alba 2012, Domenico Clerico
Expertly crafted for excellent quality, the Domenico Clerico Barolo 2012 is made from 100% Nebbiolo grapes from one of the best vineyards in Monforte d'Alba. Aromas of black truffles and dark fruits follow through to a full body, round and velvety tannins. Spicy and rich with notes of licorice, tar and tobacco show firm and dense. Sweet smoke and grilled herbs on the savoury side for a long dry flavourful finish which makes it the perfect choice to accompany beef, pasta, lamb and game cuisine. 92 point rating.
Barolo 2015, Scanavino
Borgogno is considered a Dynasty of Barolo. The nose is unique. It has a heady cherry compote bouquet. Peppery tones add spice and complexity. Taut linear palate assertive tannins support dried black cherry and spiced cranberry. Broad concentrate palate. New leather and tobacco waft out of the glass. Cutting, polished and very flavourful, complexity to the suave finish. Rose petals after taste goes for a long finish. Made with Nebbiolo grapes for excellent quality, this dry red piedmont pairs well with beef, pasta, lamb and game cuisine.
Barolo 2018, Giacomo Borgogno
Garnet colour with deep fruit aromas mingle with smoke and earth but elegant, the Scanavino Barolo 2018 provides fine tannins and bright acidity. Subtle oak accents with notes of dried flowers sweet spice and leather. Made with Nebbiolo grapes for excellent quality, this dry red piedmont pairs well with beef, pasta, lamb and game cuisine. 93 point rating.
Barbera D’Asti 2018, Scanavino
Featuring a fruity bouquet filled with an intense fragrance of delicate notes of berry fruits, cocoa and mint, the Scanavino Barbera D'Asti 2018 provides a bold, smooth and acidic taste to the palate. Flavorful and dry, this intense ruby red piedmont pairs well with pasta, pork, veal, game and poultry. Sapid with good texture, long and delicate finish. Grape type: Barbera.