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Piedmont | 1 | 97 (VN) |
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£953.60 |
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Vinous (97)The 2016 Barbaresco Riserva Asili marries power and sensuality the way only Nebbiolo can. Soaring aromatics, beautifully pliant red-toned fruit and tons of pure depth emerge in a stunning Barbaresco that captivates all the senses. Silky, refined and exceptionally beautiful, the 2016 is quite simply one of the most complete Asilis I have tasted from the Produttori. It is an unforgettable wine. |
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Piedmont | 1 | 95 (VN) |
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£646.78 |
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Vinous (95)The 2017 Barbaresco Riserva Asili is a real stand out. It captures all the sensuality of the year while retaining the translucence and freshness of Nebbiolo. Rose petal, crushed red berry fruit, cinnamon and spice develop with a bit of coaxing. This is another gorgeous wine from the Produttori. Asili is widely regarded as one of the best vineyards in Barbaresco, maybe the best. This wine shows why. |
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Piedmont | 1 | 100 (KO) |
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£560.38 |
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Kerin O'Keefe (100)The drop-dead gorgeous Barbaresco 2019 Asili Riserva from the Produttori del Barbaresco stuns with its extreme finesse and heady scents of wild rose, red berry, camphor, leather and brown spice. Full-bodied and vibrant, the elegant, linear palate delivers red cherry, blood orange, star anise and ground clove alongside youthfully tight but extremely refined tannins. Bright acidity keeps it impeccably balanced and energized, lending great tension. It’s a superb expression of this celebrated site and the fantastic vintage. An absolute stunner. |
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Piedmont | 1 | 93 (GS) |
Inc. VAT
£201.95 |
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Greg Sherwood MW (93)Produttori del Barbaresco makes its Langhe Nebbiolo with declassified Barbaresco fruit (often from parcels on lower slopes) so production volumes are notably reduced in the better vintages when more of the prime fruit finds its way into the delicious village Barbaresco DOCG or indeed one of the classy nine Cru Riservas. This young Nebbiolo is utterly seductive with intricate perfume that wafts out the glass in waves of wild strawberry, red cherry, violets and pink blossom and an underlying hint of garrigue, vermouth botanicals, blood orange and dry roasted nuts. Very classy and quite individual with exceptional quality year in, year out, the 2019 palate is sleek, silky and wonderfully fresh with a mouth watering acidity, youthful chalky tannins and a real melange of cranberry, red cherry, vermouth bitters and subtle liquorice nuances on the finish. Fabulously elegant and energetic, this vintage is ripe and characterful with impressive fruit concentration but also a supple, elegant texture. Another cracking vintage that should drink well over 6 to 8+ years. |
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Piedmont | 1 | 92+ (GS) |
Inc. VAT
£131.15 |
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Greg Sherwood MW (92+)Produttori del Barbaresco makes its Langhe Nebbiolo with declassified Barbaresco fruit (often from parcels on lower slopes) so production volumes are notably reduced in the better vintages when more of the prime fruit finds its way into their delicious village Barbaresco DOCG or indeed one of the classy nine Cru Riservas. This young 2020 Nebbiolo certainly shows great promise with an immediately attractive array of aromatics that boast dark cherry, damson plum, sweet herbs, blood orange and a slight menthol top note. Always wonderfully intense and potent, the palate displays a medium bodied weight of red and black berry fruits, macerated strawberries and sweet cherries with an underlying cool, suave elegance and a fresh acid vitality. The finish is creamy and plush with soft plump tannins, subtle piquant black liquorice notes and a pure, weightless length. Delightfully streamlined and accessible, this 2020 continues a fine run of vintages for Produttori del Barbaresco. Drink from release and over 5 to 8 years. |
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Piedmont | 1 | 93+ (GS) |
Inc. VAT
£171.95 |
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Greg Sherwood MW (93+)An impressively substantial wine yet again from Aldo Vacca and this world famous red wine Co-operative. The wine has a real presence showing complex aromatic layers of wild herbs, dried blood orange, botanicals, vermouth spices over pink musk, red cherry and candied red berry fruits. The palate is sumptuously muscular, plump and fleshy, but beautifully mellow and harmonious with a massive red and black berry fruit concentration, spicy herby tannins and an incredibly bold, vibrant acidity that once again underpins the fabulous depth of fruit and fleshy opulence. This is the real deal, a substantial Nebbiolo that simply sings in the glass. Bravo Aldo! I don’t know how you do it, year in and year out, but the Produttori del Barbaresco Langhe Nebbiolo 2021 is an absolute winner. Drink on release and over 10 to 12 plus years. |
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5 | - |
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£4,812.41 |
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Piedmont | 1 | - |
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£675.53 |
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Piedmont | 1 | - |
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£633.56 |
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Piedmont | 2 | - |
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£733.20 |
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Piedmont | 1 | - |
Inc. VAT
£497.96 |
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The collection case contains of one bottle each of:
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1. 2017 Barbaresco Riserva Pora 2. 2017 Barbaresco Riserva Pajè 3. 2017 Barbaresco Riserva Ovello 4. 2017 Barbaresco Riserva Rio Sordo 5. 2017 Barbaresco Riserva Asili 6. 2017 Barbaresco Riserva Rabajà 7. 2017 Barbaresco Riserva Muncagota 8. 2017 Barbaresco Riserva Montefico 9. 2017 Barbaresco Riserva Montestefano |
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Piedmont | 1 | - |
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£542.36 |
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The case contains one bottle of each: Produttori del Barbaresco Barbaresco Riserva Asili 2019 - 94 Vinous |
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Piedmont | 11 | - |
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£467.96 |
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1 x Produttori del Barbaresco Riserva Asili 2020 (96 AG) 1 x Produttori del Barbaresco Riserva Montefico 2020 (96 AG) 1 x Produttori del Barbaresco Riserva Montestefano 2020 (97 AG) 1 x Produttori del Barbaresco Riserva Muncagota 2020 (94 AG) 1 x Produttori del Barbaresco Riserva Ovello 2020 (95 AG) 1 x Produttori del Barbaresco Riserva Paje 2020 (95 AG) 1 x Produttori del Barbaresco Riserva Pora 2020 (93 AG) 1 x Produttori del Barbaresco Riserva Rabaja 2020 (97 AG) 1 x Produttori del Barbaresco Riserva Rio Sordo 2020 (94 AG) The legendary Produttori del Barbaresco is arguably one of the best winemaking co-operatives in the world. It was founded back in 1958 and now represents a group of 51 growers with a combined total of 100 ha of vineyards. Produttori del Barbaresco under the helm of Aldo Vacca has gone from strength to strength. |
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Piedmont | 1 | 95.0 |
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£154.32 |
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Produttori del Carema Riserva 2016 is a world-class red wine, originating from Carema, a small region in Piedmont, Italy. The wine's complexity and elegance are credited to the Neive soil, famous for its mineral content that adds to the wine's unique character. Typifying the workmanship of Produttori del Carema, a cooperative renowned for its consistent high-quality wine production, its Riserva edition 2016 reveals the exceptional vintage. Produced from 100% Nebbiolo grapes, it delivers an elegant bouquet of roses, tar, and ripe red fruits. The taste, while full and harmonious, hints at vanilla, leather and spices. Aged for 36 months in Slavonian oak barrels, this adds to the wine’s deep complexity. Using traditional winemaking techniques, the hand-harvested grapes are fermented in stainless steel tanks, preserving the wine's authenticity. Produttori del Carema Riserva 2016 offers a distinctive, mature and pleasant palate experience, proving itself a deserving addition to any connoisseur's collection. |
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Piedmont | 1 | - |
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£106.13 |
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The Propieta Sperino Lessona 2016 epitomises the exquisite craftsmanship of Liguria's renowned Lessona region. Handcrafted using meticulously selected indigenous grape varieties, this vintage undergoes a traditional vinification process, including fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks followed by maturation in French oak barrels for eighteen months. The result is a harmonious blend of rich flavours and elegant structure, with notes of ripe dark berries, subtle spices, and a nuanced mineral undertone reflective of the region's unique terroir. Propieta Sperino, a family-owned estate with decades of heritage, ensures each bottle embodies their commitment to quality and sustainability. The 2016 vintage showcases a refined palate with velvety tannins and a lingering finish, making it an exceptional choice for connoisseurs seeking depth and sophistication. Elevate your collection with the distinguished Propieta Sperino Lessona 2016. |
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Piedmont | 4 | 93 (VN) |
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£314.00 |
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Vinous (93)The 2009 Barbaresco Bric Turot is rich, broad and expressive. Dark cherry, tobacco, underbrush, licorice, menthol and savory herbs notes all blossom in a large-scaled Barbaresco with tons of sheer appeal. The Nebbiolo tannins are present, but they are nearly buried by the depth of the fruit. |
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Piedmont | 2 | - |
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£533.15 |
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Piedmont | 1 | - |
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£365.60 |
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Piedmont | 3 | 95 (WE) |
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£408.35 |
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Wine Enthusiast (95)Woodland berry, rose, camphor and a whiff of tobacco shape the fragrant nose. It's focused and elegantly structured, presenting juicy Marasca cherry, orange zest, licorice and clove set against bright acidity and taut, refined tannins. |
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Piedmont | 1 | 93 (VN) |
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£409.55 |
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Vinous (93)The 2018 Barolo Bussia is suave, elegant and silky. Crushed. Flowers, spice, mint, cinnamon, sweet red cherry and anise all meld together beautifully in the glass. Light on its feet, with terrific depth, the 2018 has so much going on. Sweet floral top notes lift the finish nicely. |
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Piedmont | 1 | - |
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£455.15 |
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Piedmont | 2 | 94 (WA) |
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£387.20 |
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Wine Advocate (94)The Prunotto 2020 Barolo Bussia is very light and luminous in appearance with shiny ruby highlights. There is a note of sweet cherry, even candied cherry, that appears on the bouquet and just as intensely on the mid-palate. Bussia offers delicate fruit in this rendition without the extra brawn and muscle that is most often associated with this site. Instead, this expression focuses in on finesse and silkiness. Fruit comes from across eight hectares in Bussia, and 32,000 bottles were created as a result. |
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Piedmont | 4 | 90 (VN) |
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£781.92 |
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Vinous (90)The 2012 Barolo Riserva Bussia Vigna Colonnello is an intriguing wine. Whole clusters add an exotic element of perfume to the Nebbiolo fruit in this expressive, highly nuanced Barolo. Orange peel, mint, sage and pine overtones all emerge with time in the glass. Understated and also persistent, the 2012 has quite a bit of personality. |
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Piedmont | 1 | 94 (VN) |
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£793.24 |
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Vinous (94)The 2014 Barolo Riserva Bussia Vigna Colonnello is an eccentric wine. Soaring floral and savory nuances give the 2014 an incredibly distinctive upper register. Deceptive in its mid-weight structure, the 2014 nevertheless has plenty of depth as well as freshness. Appreciating it requires a palate reset, as vinificaton with whole clusters (50%) is not common in Barolo. The 2014 is an incredibly intriguing wine, but it needs to really be taken on its own terms because it is undeniably quirky. A few hours of aeration works wonders in helping the wine come together and assimilate the strong stem character that is so pronounced upon first opening. |
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Piedmont | 1 | 93+ (VN) |
Inc. VAT
£798.80 |
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Vinous (93+)The 2015 Barolo Riserva Bussia Vigna Colonnello is a wild, eccentric wine. The use of whole clusters lends quite a bit of savory intensity. Sage, tobacco, holiday spicecake, cedar, blood orange and macerated cherry all develop with a bit of aeration. The tannins just need to soften. If they do this could be a very intriguing wine, but slight hints of oxidation make it hard to understand the direction the 2017 is headed in. No matter what, the Colonnello is a pretty exotic Barolo with a lot of character. |
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Piedmont | 1 | 94 (VN) |
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£736.78 |
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Vinous (94)The 2016 Barolo Riserva Bussia Vigna Colonnello is a dark, potent wine. Black cherry, plum, leather, menthol, licorice, lavender and dried herbs all come together in this heady, strapping Barolo. The 2016 packs a pretty huge punch, but it is also elegant and quite distinctive. |
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Piedmont | 1 | 97 (VN) |
In Bond
£774.00 |
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Vinous (97)The 2016 Barbaresco Riserva Asili marries power and sensuality the way only Nebbiolo can. Soaring aromatics, beautifully pliant red-toned fruit and tons of pure depth emerge in a stunning Barbaresco that captivates all the senses. Silky, refined and exceptionally beautiful, the 2016 is quite simply one of the most complete Asilis I have tasted from the Produttori. It is an unforgettable wine. |
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Piedmont | 1 | 95 (VN) |
In Bond
£519.00 |
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Vinous (95)The 2017 Barbaresco Riserva Asili is a real stand out. It captures all the sensuality of the year while retaining the translucence and freshness of Nebbiolo. Rose petal, crushed red berry fruit, cinnamon and spice develop with a bit of coaxing. This is another gorgeous wine from the Produttori. Asili is widely regarded as one of the best vineyards in Barbaresco, maybe the best. This wine shows why. |
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Piedmont | 1 | 100 (KO) |
In Bond
£447.00 |
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Kerin O'Keefe (100)The drop-dead gorgeous Barbaresco 2019 Asili Riserva from the Produttori del Barbaresco stuns with its extreme finesse and heady scents of wild rose, red berry, camphor, leather and brown spice. Full-bodied and vibrant, the elegant, linear palate delivers red cherry, blood orange, star anise and ground clove alongside youthfully tight but extremely refined tannins. Bright acidity keeps it impeccably balanced and energized, lending great tension. It’s a superb expression of this celebrated site and the fantastic vintage. An absolute stunner. |
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Piedmont | 1 | 93 (GS) |
In Bond
£149.00 |
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Greg Sherwood MW (93)Produttori del Barbaresco makes its Langhe Nebbiolo with declassified Barbaresco fruit (often from parcels on lower slopes) so production volumes are notably reduced in the better vintages when more of the prime fruit finds its way into the delicious village Barbaresco DOCG or indeed one of the classy nine Cru Riservas. This young Nebbiolo is utterly seductive with intricate perfume that wafts out the glass in waves of wild strawberry, red cherry, violets and pink blossom and an underlying hint of garrigue, vermouth botanicals, blood orange and dry roasted nuts. Very classy and quite individual with exceptional quality year in, year out, the 2019 palate is sleek, silky and wonderfully fresh with a mouth watering acidity, youthful chalky tannins and a real melange of cranberry, red cherry, vermouth bitters and subtle liquorice nuances on the finish. Fabulously elegant and energetic, this vintage is ripe and characterful with impressive fruit concentration but also a supple, elegant texture. Another cracking vintage that should drink well over 6 to 8+ years. |
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Piedmont | 1 | 92+ (GS) |
In Bond
£90.00 |
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Greg Sherwood MW (92+)Produttori del Barbaresco makes its Langhe Nebbiolo with declassified Barbaresco fruit (often from parcels on lower slopes) so production volumes are notably reduced in the better vintages when more of the prime fruit finds its way into their delicious village Barbaresco DOCG or indeed one of the classy nine Cru Riservas. This young 2020 Nebbiolo certainly shows great promise with an immediately attractive array of aromatics that boast dark cherry, damson plum, sweet herbs, blood orange and a slight menthol top note. Always wonderfully intense and potent, the palate displays a medium bodied weight of red and black berry fruits, macerated strawberries and sweet cherries with an underlying cool, suave elegance and a fresh acid vitality. The finish is creamy and plush with soft plump tannins, subtle piquant black liquorice notes and a pure, weightless length. Delightfully streamlined and accessible, this 2020 continues a fine run of vintages for Produttori del Barbaresco. Drink from release and over 5 to 8 years. |
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Piedmont | 1 | 93+ (GS) |
In Bond
£124.00 |
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Greg Sherwood MW (93+)An impressively substantial wine yet again from Aldo Vacca and this world famous red wine Co-operative. The wine has a real presence showing complex aromatic layers of wild herbs, dried blood orange, botanicals, vermouth spices over pink musk, red cherry and candied red berry fruits. The palate is sumptuously muscular, plump and fleshy, but beautifully mellow and harmonious with a massive red and black berry fruit concentration, spicy herby tannins and an incredibly bold, vibrant acidity that once again underpins the fabulous depth of fruit and fleshy opulence. This is the real deal, a substantial Nebbiolo that simply sings in the glass. Bravo Aldo! I don’t know how you do it, year in and year out, but the Produttori del Barbaresco Langhe Nebbiolo 2021 is an absolute winner. Drink on release and over 10 to 12 plus years. |
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5 | - |
In Bond
£3,969.00 |
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Piedmont | 1 | - |
In Bond
£534.00 |
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Piedmont | 1 | - |
In Bond
£498.00 |
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Piedmont | 2 | - |
In Bond
£580.00 |
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Piedmont | 1 | - |
In Bond
£385.00 |
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The collection case contains of one bottle each of:
More Info
1. 2017 Barbaresco Riserva Pora 2. 2017 Barbaresco Riserva Pajè 3. 2017 Barbaresco Riserva Ovello 4. 2017 Barbaresco Riserva Rio Sordo 5. 2017 Barbaresco Riserva Asili 6. 2017 Barbaresco Riserva Rabajà 7. 2017 Barbaresco Riserva Muncagota 8. 2017 Barbaresco Riserva Montefico 9. 2017 Barbaresco Riserva Montestefano |
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Piedmont | 1 | - |
In Bond
£422.00 |
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The case contains one bottle of each: Produttori del Barbaresco Barbaresco Riserva Asili 2019 - 94 Vinous |
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Piedmont | 11 | - |
In Bond
£360.00 |
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Containing:
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1 x Produttori del Barbaresco Riserva Asili 2020 (96 AG) 1 x Produttori del Barbaresco Riserva Montefico 2020 (96 AG) 1 x Produttori del Barbaresco Riserva Montestefano 2020 (97 AG) 1 x Produttori del Barbaresco Riserva Muncagota 2020 (94 AG) 1 x Produttori del Barbaresco Riserva Ovello 2020 (95 AG) 1 x Produttori del Barbaresco Riserva Paje 2020 (95 AG) 1 x Produttori del Barbaresco Riserva Pora 2020 (93 AG) 1 x Produttori del Barbaresco Riserva Rabaja 2020 (97 AG) 1 x Produttori del Barbaresco Riserva Rio Sordo 2020 (94 AG) The legendary Produttori del Barbaresco is arguably one of the best winemaking co-operatives in the world. It was founded back in 1958 and now represents a group of 51 growers with a combined total of 100 ha of vineyards. Produttori del Barbaresco under the helm of Aldo Vacca has gone from strength to strength. |
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Piedmont | 1 | 95.0 |
In Bond
£110.00 |
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Produttori del Carema Riserva 2016 is a world-class red wine, originating from Carema, a small region in Piedmont, Italy. The wine's complexity and elegance are credited to the Neive soil, famous for its mineral content that adds to the wine's unique character. Typifying the workmanship of Produttori del Carema, a cooperative renowned for its consistent high-quality wine production, its Riserva edition 2016 reveals the exceptional vintage. Produced from 100% Nebbiolo grapes, it delivers an elegant bouquet of roses, tar, and ripe red fruits. The taste, while full and harmonious, hints at vanilla, leather and spices. Aged for 36 months in Slavonian oak barrels, this adds to the wine’s deep complexity. Using traditional winemaking techniques, the hand-harvested grapes are fermented in stainless steel tanks, preserving the wine's authenticity. Produttori del Carema Riserva 2016 offers a distinctive, mature and pleasant palate experience, proving itself a deserving addition to any connoisseur's collection. |
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Piedmont | 1 | - |
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£85.00 |
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The Propieta Sperino Lessona 2016 epitomises the exquisite craftsmanship of Liguria's renowned Lessona region. Handcrafted using meticulously selected indigenous grape varieties, this vintage undergoes a traditional vinification process, including fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks followed by maturation in French oak barrels for eighteen months. The result is a harmonious blend of rich flavours and elegant structure, with notes of ripe dark berries, subtle spices, and a nuanced mineral undertone reflective of the region's unique terroir. Propieta Sperino, a family-owned estate with decades of heritage, ensures each bottle embodies their commitment to quality and sustainability. The 2016 vintage showcases a refined palate with velvety tannins and a lingering finish, making it an exceptional choice for connoisseurs seeking depth and sophistication. Elevate your collection with the distinguished Propieta Sperino Lessona 2016. |
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Piedmont | 4 | 93 (VN) |
In Bond
£241.00 |
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Vinous (93)The 2009 Barbaresco Bric Turot is rich, broad and expressive. Dark cherry, tobacco, underbrush, licorice, menthol and savory herbs notes all blossom in a large-scaled Barbaresco with tons of sheer appeal. The Nebbiolo tannins are present, but they are nearly buried by the depth of the fruit. |
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Piedmont | 2 | - |
In Bond
£425.00 |
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Piedmont | 1 | - |
In Bond
£284.00 |
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Piedmont | 3 | 95 (WE) |
In Bond
£321.00 |
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Wine Enthusiast (95)Woodland berry, rose, camphor and a whiff of tobacco shape the fragrant nose. It's focused and elegantly structured, presenting juicy Marasca cherry, orange zest, licorice and clove set against bright acidity and taut, refined tannins. |
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Piedmont | 1 | 93 (VN) |
In Bond
£322.00 |
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Vinous (93)The 2018 Barolo Bussia is suave, elegant and silky. Crushed. Flowers, spice, mint, cinnamon, sweet red cherry and anise all meld together beautifully in the glass. Light on its feet, with terrific depth, the 2018 has so much going on. Sweet floral top notes lift the finish nicely. |
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Piedmont | 1 | - |
In Bond
£360.00 |
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Piedmont | 2 | 94 (WA) |
In Bond
£302.00 |
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Wine Advocate (94)The Prunotto 2020 Barolo Bussia is very light and luminous in appearance with shiny ruby highlights. There is a note of sweet cherry, even candied cherry, that appears on the bouquet and just as intensely on the mid-palate. Bussia offers delicate fruit in this rendition without the extra brawn and muscle that is most often associated with this site. Instead, this expression focuses in on finesse and silkiness. Fruit comes from across eight hectares in Bussia, and 32,000 bottles were created as a result. |
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Piedmont | 4 | 90 (VN) |
In Bond
£633.00 |
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Vinous (90)The 2012 Barolo Riserva Bussia Vigna Colonnello is an intriguing wine. Whole clusters add an exotic element of perfume to the Nebbiolo fruit in this expressive, highly nuanced Barolo. Orange peel, mint, sage and pine overtones all emerge with time in the glass. Understated and also persistent, the 2012 has quite a bit of personality. |
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Piedmont | 1 | 94 (VN) |
In Bond
£645.00 |
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Vinous (94)The 2014 Barolo Riserva Bussia Vigna Colonnello is an eccentric wine. Soaring floral and savory nuances give the 2014 an incredibly distinctive upper register. Deceptive in its mid-weight structure, the 2014 nevertheless has plenty of depth as well as freshness. Appreciating it requires a palate reset, as vinificaton with whole clusters (50%) is not common in Barolo. The 2014 is an incredibly intriguing wine, but it needs to really be taken on its own terms because it is undeniably quirky. A few hours of aeration works wonders in helping the wine come together and assimilate the strong stem character that is so pronounced upon first opening. |
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Piedmont | 1 | 93+ (VN) |
In Bond
£645.00 |
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Vinous (93+)The 2015 Barolo Riserva Bussia Vigna Colonnello is a wild, eccentric wine. The use of whole clusters lends quite a bit of savory intensity. Sage, tobacco, holiday spicecake, cedar, blood orange and macerated cherry all develop with a bit of aeration. The tannins just need to soften. If they do this could be a very intriguing wine, but slight hints of oxidation make it hard to understand the direction the 2017 is headed in. No matter what, the Colonnello is a pretty exotic Barolo with a lot of character. |
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Piedmont | 1 | 94 (VN) |
In Bond
£594.00 |
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Vinous (94)The 2016 Barolo Riserva Bussia Vigna Colonnello is a dark, potent wine. Black cherry, plum, leather, menthol, licorice, lavender and dried herbs all come together in this heady, strapping Barolo. The 2016 packs a pretty huge punch, but it is also elegant and quite distinctive. |
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