Barbaresco
Barbaresco, seen as the more elegant counterpart of Barolo, spreads over 763 ha under vines (a third of Barolo’s ha), and is divided into four communes.
The Nebbiolo grape is said to ripen earlier here because of the gentler altitude – up to 450 metres – and the proximity to the Tanaro river. The legal guidelines for ageing reflect this, requiring only 26 months minimum of ageing for Barbaresco compared to 38 months for Barolo. Along with altitude, soil variations are another reason for their flavour differences: Barolo and Barbaresco are both limestone-based soils, but Barbaresco's soil is comparatively younger. Stylistically, Barbaresco is often described as a more elegant version of Barolo but, like its neighbour, its wines can come in a diverse spectrum of styles and are never without energy and power.
Barbaresco
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Piedmont | 5 | 93 (VN) |
Inc. VAT
£495.20 |
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Vinous (93)The 2018 Barbaresco Gaiun Martinenga is a beautiful wine that shows the style of both the vintage and cru perched just above Asili. Dark cherry/plum, spice, menthol, licorice and a touch of nicely judged oak fill out the layers. In 2018 Gaiun is a bit light, as most wines are, and yet its balance is absolutely impeccable. Terrific. |
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Piedmont | 1 | 92 (VN) |
Inc. VAT
£521.09 |
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Vinous (92)The 2008 Barbaresco Martinenga fleshes out nicely with time in the glass. Sweet dark cherries, licorice, spices and leather are some of the notes that emerge from the glass. I very much like the way the 2008 has developed over the last year. I will not at all be surprised if it continues to improve in bottle as it is fresher and more vibrant than the 2009. The 2008 is a gorgeous wine that captures the very best of the house style. |
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Piedmont | 5 | 93 (VN) |
Inc. VAT
£429.58 |
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Vinous (93)The 2016 Barbaresco Martinenga is absolutely gorgeous. Pliant and deep, with terrific energy driving the flavors, the Martinenga really shows how compelling the vintage is. Sweet red cherry, rose petal, mint and chalk all lift out of the glass effortlessly. The 2016 is gracious and light on its feet, as all these wines are, yet it has an extra level of dimension that is one of the signatures of the year. The Barbaresco Martinenga is a real overachiever, and in that sense, the wine in this range reader should not miss. |
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Piedmont | 5 | 91 (VN) |
Inc. VAT
£402.80 |
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Vinous (91)The 2018 Barbaresco Martinenga is already quite expressive, its very recent bottling notwithstanding. Crushed flowers, mint, star anise, orange peel and spice are all laced together in a Barbaresco that is all about transparency and nuance. The light to medium-bodied style is classic 2018 and classic Martinenga. |
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Piedmont | 5 | 90+ (VN) |
Inc. VAT
£343.55 |
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Vinous (90+)The 2019 Barbaresco Martinenga is bright and punchy. Sweet cherry, dried flowers, orange peel, mint and cinnamon are nicely lifted throughout. There's terrific purity to the red-toned Nebbiolo fruit. Give this mid-weight Barbaresco a few years to soften the somewhat nervy angular contours that are present today. |
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Piedmont | 3 | - |
Inc. VAT
£337.18 |
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Tuscany | 1 | 97 (JA) |
Inc. VAT
£203.15 |
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Jane Anson Inside Bordeaux (97)This is savoury, dry in the best possible way, with a ton of red fruits, dried roses and herbs, and waves of fragrance. It’s a successful blend where the Sangiovese is dominant, conferring the wine with its warm personality but the Cabernet Sauvignon adds a touch of austerity to the tannins and a sense of quiet confidence. Turmeric and olive tapenade as it opens, alongside raspberry, red cherry and smoky oak, the whole thing both extremely delicate and intensely fragrant. Can drink now with a short carafe - there are tannins here but they are well defined and finely layered - but it will also age. Small amounts of the 2018 were released last winter, but this September sees the first proper release through the Place de Bordeaux. Ageing 18 months in small French oak barrels, 70% new, plus four months in concrete tanks afterwards. One to look out for - great stuff from the Mazzei family, that has been making wine in Tuscany since the 15th century. |
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Piedmont | 1 | - |
Inc. VAT
£493.49 |
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Piedmont | 19 | - |
Inc. VAT
£305.00 |
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Piedmont | 1 | - |
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£493.49 |
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Piedmont | 2 | - |
Inc. VAT
£384.80 |
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Awaken your senses with the Nada Fiorenzo Barbaresco Rombone 2018, a truly magnificent wine curated in the acclaimed Barbaresco commune of Italy. This masterstroke of enology, produced by the highly esteemed Fiorenzo family, infuses tradition with a hint of modern winemaking techniques. Grown in the illustrious Rombone vineyard, the Nebbiolo grapes are meticulously handpicked and aged for two years in large oak barrels to embody an elegant fusion of strength and delicacy. This distinguished red wine is renowned for its ethereal soul and striking garnet hue. A captivating beverage offers intriguing nuances of red fruit, dried rose, tobacco, and spices upon your palate, leaving behind an irresistibly velvety finish. Its exquisite complexity and longevity make the Nada Fiorenzo Barbaresco Rombone 2018 one of the finest expressions of the Piedmont region. Indulge in this refined experience as a toast to the art, passion, and tradition of Italian viticulture. |
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Piedmont | 1 | - |
Inc. VAT
£184.39 |
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Discover the exquisite Nada Fiorenzo Barbaresco Rombone 2019, a jewel hailing from the esteemed Italian vineyards of Nada Fiorenzo in Piemonte. This fine red wine portrays a stunning depiction of the Nebbiolo grape, hand-harvested from the prestigious Rombone vineyard renowned for its distinctive chalky, sandy soils. Each vine is nurtured with utmost respect to the land, each grape handpicked meticulously, ensuring a harvest of maximal quality and character. The wine undergoes maturation in oak barrels for 24 months, striking a fine balance between opulent fruit concentration and firm tannic grip. On the nose, it reveals a beguiling bouquet of ripe cherries, dried herbs, and rose petals. Nuanced layers of red fruit, spice, and licorice unfold on the palate, leading to an impressively persistent finish. The Nada Fiorenzo Barbaresco Rombone 2019, a masterpiece in a bottle, illustrates the producer's obsessive pursuit of quality and expression of terroir. |
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Piedmont | 2 | - |
Inc. VAT
£524.44 |
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Indulge in the exceptional Olek Bondonio Barbaresco Roncagliette 2019, a superb Nebbiolo red wine born in the heart of Langhe, Piedmont 's most renowned wine region. Produced by the passionate oenophile Olek Bondonio on his small farm, this wine encapsulates an organic and biodynamic approach to winemaking. Remarkably characterised by its warm ruby colour, the wine unfolds an intensely rich spectrum of flavours, redolent with notes of black cherries, truffle, and a hint of tobacco. The wine's complex profiling continues on the palate, leaving a lasting finish of roses and spice tinged with earthy sous-bois. Exercising a traditional vinification process, Bondonio matures the wine for 22 months in old oak barrels. This enables the Olek Bondonio Barbaresco Roncagliette 2019 to retain its purity of fruit shrouded in soft, ripe tannins. A versatile companion for meaty mains or creamy cheeses, this Barbaresco is a sumptuous offering that represents the epitome of Piedmontese winemaking. |
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Piedmont | 2 | - |
Inc. VAT
£528.29 |
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Featuring the essence of Piedmont’s famed Barbaresco region in Italy, Olek Bondonio Barbaresco Roncagliette 2021 is poised to charm even the most discerning of palates. Produced from Nebbiolo grapes grown in Bondonio's certified organic vineyards, the wine is elegantly crafted using traditional methods of fermentation and then aged in Slavonian oak barrels for twenty-four months, embracing a sophisticated refinement. Olek Bondonio, the vintner steeped in wine pedigree, meticulously nurtures his family’s ancient vines, carrying on the tradition of producing wines with exceptional finesse and balance. The Roncagliette 2021 manifests a radiant cherry hue, enticing with an aromatic bouquet of rose petals, wild red berries, and hints of earthy truffles. The complexity of flavours on the palate crescendo with a harmonious blend of fresh acidity and structured tannins. Recognised for its longevity, Olek Bondonio Barbaresco Roncagliette 2021 exemplifies the pinnacle of Barbaresco viniculture. |
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Piedmont | 4 | 94 (VN) |
Inc. VAT
£323.98 |
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Vinous (94)The 2019 Barbaresco Basarin, here in its second release, is terrific. It shows a slightly dark fruit profile along with notable textural richness and a feeling of creaminess that is quite appealing. Blue/purplish fruit, lavender, spice, menthol and licorice are some of the many notes that take shape in the glass. There's real depth and substance here. |
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Piedmont | 20 | 94 (VN) |
Inc. VAT
£317.98 |
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Vinous (94)The 2019 Barbaresco Basarin, here in its second release, is terrific. It shows a slightly dark fruit profile along with notable textural richness and a feeling of creaminess that is quite appealing. Blue/purplish fruit, lavender, spice, menthol and licorice are some of the many notes that take shape in the glass. There's real depth and substance here. |
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Piedmont | 4 | - |
Inc. VAT
£299.98 |
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Piedmont | 10 | - |
Inc. VAT
£281.98 |
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Piedmont | 1 | - |
Inc. VAT
£621.58 |
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Piedmont | 10 | - |
Inc. VAT
£217.72 |
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Piedmont | 17 | - |
Inc. VAT
£551.15 |
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Piedmont | 5 | 93 (VN) |
In Bond
£392.00 |
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Vinous (93)The 2018 Barbaresco Gaiun Martinenga is a beautiful wine that shows the style of both the vintage and cru perched just above Asili. Dark cherry/plum, spice, menthol, licorice and a touch of nicely judged oak fill out the layers. In 2018 Gaiun is a bit light, as most wines are, and yet its balance is absolutely impeccable. Terrific. |
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Piedmont | 1 | 92 (VN) |
In Bond
£415.00 |
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Vinous (92)The 2008 Barbaresco Martinenga fleshes out nicely with time in the glass. Sweet dark cherries, licorice, spices and leather are some of the notes that emerge from the glass. I very much like the way the 2008 has developed over the last year. I will not at all be surprised if it continues to improve in bottle as it is fresher and more vibrant than the 2009. The 2008 is a gorgeous wine that captures the very best of the house style. |
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Piedmont | 5 | 93 (VN) |
In Bond
£338.00 |
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Vinous (93)The 2016 Barbaresco Martinenga is absolutely gorgeous. Pliant and deep, with terrific energy driving the flavors, the Martinenga really shows how compelling the vintage is. Sweet red cherry, rose petal, mint and chalk all lift out of the glass effortlessly. The 2016 is gracious and light on its feet, as all these wines are, yet it has an extra level of dimension that is one of the signatures of the year. The Barbaresco Martinenga is a real overachiever, and in that sense, the wine in this range reader should not miss. |
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Piedmont | 5 | 91 (VN) |
In Bond
£315.00 |
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Vinous (91)The 2018 Barbaresco Martinenga is already quite expressive, its very recent bottling notwithstanding. Crushed flowers, mint, star anise, orange peel and spice are all laced together in a Barbaresco that is all about transparency and nuance. The light to medium-bodied style is classic 2018 and classic Martinenga. |
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Piedmont | 5 | 90+ (VN) |
In Bond
£267.00 |
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Vinous (90+)The 2019 Barbaresco Martinenga is bright and punchy. Sweet cherry, dried flowers, orange peel, mint and cinnamon are nicely lifted throughout. There's terrific purity to the red-toned Nebbiolo fruit. Give this mid-weight Barbaresco a few years to soften the somewhat nervy angular contours that are present today. |
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Piedmont | 3 | - |
In Bond
£261.00 |
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Tuscany | 1 | 97 (JA) |
In Bond
£150.00 |
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Jane Anson Inside Bordeaux (97)This is savoury, dry in the best possible way, with a ton of red fruits, dried roses and herbs, and waves of fragrance. It’s a successful blend where the Sangiovese is dominant, conferring the wine with its warm personality but the Cabernet Sauvignon adds a touch of austerity to the tannins and a sense of quiet confidence. Turmeric and olive tapenade as it opens, alongside raspberry, red cherry and smoky oak, the whole thing both extremely delicate and intensely fragrant. Can drink now with a short carafe - there are tannins here but they are well defined and finely layered - but it will also age. Small amounts of the 2018 were released last winter, but this September sees the first proper release through the Place de Bordeaux. Ageing 18 months in small French oak barrels, 70% new, plus four months in concrete tanks afterwards. One to look out for - great stuff from the Mazzei family, that has been making wine in Tuscany since the 15th century. |
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Piedmont | 1 | - |
In Bond
£392.00 |
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Piedmont | 19 | - |
In Bond
£233.50 |
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Piedmont | 1 | - |
In Bond
£392.00 |
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Piedmont | 2 | - |
In Bond
£300.00 |
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Awaken your senses with the Nada Fiorenzo Barbaresco Rombone 2018, a truly magnificent wine curated in the acclaimed Barbaresco commune of Italy. This masterstroke of enology, produced by the highly esteemed Fiorenzo family, infuses tradition with a hint of modern winemaking techniques. Grown in the illustrious Rombone vineyard, the Nebbiolo grapes are meticulously handpicked and aged for two years in large oak barrels to embody an elegant fusion of strength and delicacy. This distinguished red wine is renowned for its ethereal soul and striking garnet hue. A captivating beverage offers intriguing nuances of red fruit, dried rose, tobacco, and spices upon your palate, leaving behind an irresistibly velvety finish. Its exquisite complexity and longevity make the Nada Fiorenzo Barbaresco Rombone 2018 one of the finest expressions of the Piedmont region. Indulge in this refined experience as a toast to the art, passion, and tradition of Italian viticulture. |
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Piedmont | 1 | - |
In Bond
£147.00 |
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Discover the exquisite Nada Fiorenzo Barbaresco Rombone 2019, a jewel hailing from the esteemed Italian vineyards of Nada Fiorenzo in Piemonte. This fine red wine portrays a stunning depiction of the Nebbiolo grape, hand-harvested from the prestigious Rombone vineyard renowned for its distinctive chalky, sandy soils. Each vine is nurtured with utmost respect to the land, each grape handpicked meticulously, ensuring a harvest of maximal quality and character. The wine undergoes maturation in oak barrels for 24 months, striking a fine balance between opulent fruit concentration and firm tannic grip. On the nose, it reveals a beguiling bouquet of ripe cherries, dried herbs, and rose petals. Nuanced layers of red fruit, spice, and licorice unfold on the palate, leading to an impressively persistent finish. The Nada Fiorenzo Barbaresco Rombone 2019, a masterpiece in a bottle, illustrates the producer's obsessive pursuit of quality and expression of terroir. |
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Piedmont | 2 | - |
In Bond
£421.00 |
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Indulge in the exceptional Olek Bondonio Barbaresco Roncagliette 2019, a superb Nebbiolo red wine born in the heart of Langhe, Piedmont 's most renowned wine region. Produced by the passionate oenophile Olek Bondonio on his small farm, this wine encapsulates an organic and biodynamic approach to winemaking. Remarkably characterised by its warm ruby colour, the wine unfolds an intensely rich spectrum of flavours, redolent with notes of black cherries, truffle, and a hint of tobacco. The wine's complex profiling continues on the palate, leaving a lasting finish of roses and spice tinged with earthy sous-bois. Exercising a traditional vinification process, Bondonio matures the wine for 22 months in old oak barrels. This enables the Olek Bondonio Barbaresco Roncagliette 2019 to retain its purity of fruit shrouded in soft, ripe tannins. A versatile companion for meaty mains or creamy cheeses, this Barbaresco is a sumptuous offering that represents the epitome of Piedmontese winemaking. |
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Piedmont | 2 | - |
In Bond
£421.00 |
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Featuring the essence of Piedmont’s famed Barbaresco region in Italy, Olek Bondonio Barbaresco Roncagliette 2021 is poised to charm even the most discerning of palates. Produced from Nebbiolo grapes grown in Bondonio's certified organic vineyards, the wine is elegantly crafted using traditional methods of fermentation and then aged in Slavonian oak barrels for twenty-four months, embracing a sophisticated refinement. Olek Bondonio, the vintner steeped in wine pedigree, meticulously nurtures his family’s ancient vines, carrying on the tradition of producing wines with exceptional finesse and balance. The Roncagliette 2021 manifests a radiant cherry hue, enticing with an aromatic bouquet of rose petals, wild red berries, and hints of earthy truffles. The complexity of flavours on the palate crescendo with a harmonious blend of fresh acidity and structured tannins. Recognised for its longevity, Olek Bondonio Barbaresco Roncagliette 2021 exemplifies the pinnacle of Barbaresco viniculture. |
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Piedmont | 4 | 94 (VN) |
In Bond
£250.00 |
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Vinous (94)The 2019 Barbaresco Basarin, here in its second release, is terrific. It shows a slightly dark fruit profile along with notable textural richness and a feeling of creaminess that is quite appealing. Blue/purplish fruit, lavender, spice, menthol and licorice are some of the many notes that take shape in the glass. There's real depth and substance here. |
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Piedmont | 20 | 94 (VN) |
In Bond
£245.00 |
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Vinous (94)The 2019 Barbaresco Basarin, here in its second release, is terrific. It shows a slightly dark fruit profile along with notable textural richness and a feeling of creaminess that is quite appealing. Blue/purplish fruit, lavender, spice, menthol and licorice are some of the many notes that take shape in the glass. There's real depth and substance here. |
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Piedmont | 4 | - |
In Bond
£230.00 |
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Piedmont | 10 | - |
In Bond
£215.00 |
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Piedmont | 1 | - |
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£498.00 |
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Piedmont | 10 | - |
In Bond
£175.00 |
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Piedmont | 17 | - |
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£440.00 |
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