Italy - All Red Wines
Italy is renowned worldwide for its exceptional red wines, which showcase the country's rich winemaking traditions and diverse terroir. From the iconic regions of Tuscany and Piedmont to the hidden gems of Sicily and Veneto, Italy offers an extensive selection of fine red wines that captivate the palate and leave a lasting impression.
In Tuscany, famous vineyards like Antinori, Marchesi di Frescobaldi, and Tenuta San Guido produce some of the most renowned red wines in the world. Wines such as Brunello di Montalcino, Chianti Classico, and Super Tuscans like Sassicaia and Tignanello showcase the region's mastery in crafting complex, age-worthy, and expressive wines. These wines exhibit flavors of ripe berries, elegant tannins, and a harmonious balance that reflects the unique Tuscan terroir.
Piedmont is home to legendary vineyards and wineries that produce outstanding red wines. Renowned names such as Gaja, Vietti, and Marchesi di Barolo are synonymous with excellence. The region's iconic wines, Barolo and Barbaresco, crafted from the Nebbiolo grape, epitomize power, elegance, and longevity. These wines boast flavors of red fruit, floral notes, earthy undertones, and firm tannins that develop beautifully with age.
Sicily, the largest island in the Mediterranean, offers a different yet captivating expression of Italian red wines. Vineyards like Planeta, Donnafugata, and Tasca d'Almerita craft remarkable wines from indigenous grape varieties such as Nero d'Avola and Nerello Mascalese. These wines exhibit intense fruit flavors, vibrant acidity, and a unique volcanic minerality, showcasing the island's diverse terroir.
In the Veneto region, Amarone della Valpolicella stands out as a distinctive and powerful red wine. Wineries like Allegrini, Tommasi, and Quintarelli produce exceptional Amarone wines using dried grapes, resulting in a wine with concentrated flavors of dark fruit, spices, and a velvety texture.
These are just a few examples of the remarkable red wines Italy has to offer. Whether you're indulging in a classic Tuscan Sangiovese, an elegant Piedmontese Nebbiolo, a bold Sicilian Nero d'Avola, or a robust Venetian Amarone, Italian red wines transport you to the sun-drenched vineyards and embody the passion, history, and artistry of Italian winemaking.
Experience the allure of Italian red wines and discover the immense variety and quality that make them a true treasure in the world of wine. From prestigious appellations to hidden gems, Italian red wines are sure to impress even the most discerning wine enthusiasts with their complexity, elegance, and ability to age gracefully.
Italy - All Red Wines
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Piedmont | 1 | 95 (VN) |
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£301.69 |
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Vinous (95)The 2016 Barolo Parussi is the most overt and fruity of the 2016s. That is not a bad thing at all, as it gives the wine striking immediacy and mid-palate sweetness. Succulent red and purplish berry fruit, spice and mint come together in the glass. Silky, floral and medium in body, the Parussi captures all of the sensuality that is typical of the Barolos of Castiglione Falletto. Best of all, the Parussi will drink well earlier than the wines from Serralunga will. |
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Piedmont | 1 | 95 (VN) |
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£210.41 |
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Vinous (95)The 2017 Barolo Parussi is a classic Castiglione Falletto Barolo. Sweet floral notes and bright, red berry fruit open first as the 2017 shows off its considerable charms. Medium in body and silky (for the year), with exceptional balance, the 2017 Parussi is stellar. This is an unbelievably classy Barolo. |
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Piedmont | 2 | 98.5 (VN) |
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£414.41 |
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Vinous (98.5)The 2014 Barolo Riserva Vigna Rionda is a stunning wine. Sweet, perfumed and deep, the 2014 is off-the-charts great. Dark red and purplish berry fruit, mint, lavender, spice and hard candy infuse the 2014 with striking layers of nuance. But what really impresses about the 2014 is its depth and huge vertical build. All the elements fall into place in a sumptuous, deep Barolo that screams with character. Beams of tannin punctuate the finish. Massolino's 2014 is one of the greatest Vigna Riondas I have ever tasted. |
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Piedmont | 2 | 96 (VN) |
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£474.41 |
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Vinous (96)The 2015 Barolo Riserva Vigna Rionda is a magnificent wine that shows all the magic this site is so famous for. All the Rionda signatures open in the glass. Sweet dark cherry/plum, lavender, spice, mint and pine meld together in a sensual, beautifully layered Barolo that pushes all the right buttons. The 2015 is going to need a few years to soften, but it is undeniably vivid and arresting in its sheer allure. |
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Piedmont | 6 | 98 (WS) |
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£836.81 |
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Wine Spectator (98)Cherry, strawberry, rose, iron and menthol flavors highlight this supple red. There's plenty of backbone, and woodsy notes chime in, but this is more about the expressive berry fruit and elegant side of Barolo, ending with a terrific finish. Nonetheless, this will require several years for the tannins to be absorbed. To be released September 2022. Best from 2025 through 2045. 1,000 cases made, 250 cases imported. |
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Piedmont | 2 | 98 (VN) |
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£486.49 |
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Vinous (98)The 2017 Barolo Riserva Vigna Rionda is flat out stunning. All the purest essence of Rionda comes through in a captivating Barolo that dazzles. Sweet red cherry fruit, kirsch, rose petal, licorice and blood orange are some of the many aromas and flavors that lift from the glass. Exotic and racy, the 2017 is a flat-out stunner. Now, for the million dollar question. Is it better than the 2016? Right now, I give an edge to the 2017 for its greater finesse and total sense of exotic beauty. But time will be the judge. I do look forward to tasting the 2016 and 2017 side by side! |
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Piedmont | 1 | - |
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£469.61 |
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Tuscany | 1 | 97 (VN) |
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£159.41 |
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Vinous (97)Siepi, Fonterutoli’s Merlot/Sangiovese blend, is absolutely gorgeous in 2018. Rich, pliant and creamy, Siepi offers all of the seductiveness of Merlot with the bright acids and grip of Sangiovese. Inky blue/purplish fruit, lavender, dried herbs, spice, licorice and new leather meld together in an open-knit, inviting Tuscan red with no hard edges and tons of allure shaped by alberese soils with a good bit of clay. The 2018 is an undeniably sexy wine with so much immediacy. Siepi (the wine) is built on a core of holdings from Siepi, a historic property dating back to the 1400s, plus holdings from the broader Fonterutoli estate. Merlot and Sangiovese lots are harvested, vinified and aged separately. The 2018 saw long macerations 20 or more days, followed by 16-17 months in French oak, with a preference for 225L barrels for Merlot and larger 500L tonneaux for the Sangiovese, which also spent a bit less time in oak. The final blend was assembled and then the wine spent 5-6 months in cement, a recent change made for the first time in 2017 that really seems to let the purity of the fruit come out. The 2018 is positively stellar and also one of the very best editions in recent memory. Don’t miss it. |
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Tuscany | 3 | - |
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£344.89 |
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Experience the enchanting allure of the world-renowned Michele Satta Toscana Cavaliere 1998. Crafted in the heart of Tuscany's distinguished Bolgheri region, this sublime red wine embodies the gem of Italian viticulture. Constructed meticulously by acclaimed producer Michele Satta, it reflects the quintessence of dedication to the craft and a lifelong love for wine. The Cavaliere 1998 is a single varietal Sangiovese, nurtured on a hillside terrain that reaps the rewards of a sublime microclimate. The unique soil composition imbues the luscious grapes with a complex, vibrant character and unparalleled richness. Its sophisticated vinification involves fermentation in barriques, followed by 18 months maturation in the same casks, enhancing the depth of its flavour profile. The resulting wine is an elegant symphony of ripe red fruits, layered with notes of leather and spice, underlaid by plush tannins. A sip of the Michele Satta Toscana Cavaliere 1998 is truly a journey through the grandeur of Italy's winemaking heritage. |
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Tuscany | 3 | 95 (VN) |
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£228.41 |
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Vinous (95)The 2020 Chianti Classico Riserva Il Campitello emerges from the oldest vines, planted about 55 years ago. It is also one of the very finest wines I have tasted at Monteraponi. Deep and beautifully layered, the 2020 offers up an exotic mélange of dark fruit mixed with hints of lavender, spice and sage. Time in the glass brings out the wine's striking inner sweetness and perfume. This vivid, explosive Riserva is endowed with tremendous depth and explosive energy. The 2020 spent 24 months in cask. |
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Tuscany | 1 | 99 (VN) |
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£877.61 |
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Vinous (99)The 2016 Le Pergole Torte is magnificent, just as it was last year. Rich, dense and explosive, with stunning depth and texture, the 2016 possesses off the charts intensity while remaining light on its feet for such rich a powerful, layered wine. There is almost no perception of tannin. Black cherry, plum, lavender, menthol, spice and new leather all meld together in a pliant, striking Pergole Torte endowed with tremendous pedigree and nuance. Put simply, the 2016 is off the charts great. The only reason the 2016 does not earn a perfect score is that cramped quarters in the cellar oblige Montevertine to bottle Pergole Torte in several lots. |
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Tuscany | 2 | 98 (VN) |
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£700.01 |
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Vinous (98)The 2017 Le Pergole Torte is a wine of pure and total sensuality. I imagine the 2017 is one of those wines that will always offer tremendous pleasure. Pliant and inviting, with soft, voluptuous curves, the 2017 is off the charts gorgeous. Layers of deep Sangiovese fruit gradually reveal themselves with air. The flavors are so intense but also so primary. I wouldn't touch a bottle before age ten. Readers lucky enough to find the 2017 should not hesitate, as it is magnificent. I can't imagine anyone who loves Le Pergole Torte not wanting a good supply of the 2017 in the cellar. The 2017 has come together beautifully over the last year. |
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Tuscany | 1 | 96 (VN) |
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£748.01 |
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Vinous (96)The 2018 Le Pergole Torte is dense, creamy and nuanced from the very first taste. Red/purplish berry fruit, spice, rose petal and a touch of new French oak all build as the Pergole Torte opens with aeration. As always, Pergole shows that extra touch of richness from the selection of fruit used here, with that added texture from French oak. As appealing as the 2018 is today, it is of course a very young wine that will need years to be at its very finest. |
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Tuscany | 1 | 97 (WA) |
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£828.41 |
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Wine Advocate (97)Holding back initially, this wine simply needs more time in bottle, and I have adjusted the drinking window accordingly. The 2019 Le Pergole Torte is a long-term proposition showing initial stirrings of tart cherry fruit, plum, licorice, tobacco and crushed stone. There is a pretty floral tone of violet or rosemary flower even now. Winemaking takes this special selection of 100% Sangiovese though cement and Allier and Slavonian oak. The balanced acidity stands out nicely. There are 29,000 bottles of the 2019 vintage, and I recommend you put yours in the cellar for five to 10 more years. |
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Tuscany | 2 | 98 (VN) |
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£844.01 |
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Vinous (98)The 2020 Le Pergole Torte is a total stunner. Rich, sumptuous and layered, the 2020 possesses exceptional balance and class to burn. The 2020 is an opulent, racy and super-expressive wine with no hard edges and exceptional balance. Readers will find a super-classic Pergole Torte endowed with tremendous fruit purity. Dark-toned fruit, lavender, sage, graphite and spice build into a potent laced with a kiss of French oak and enough tannin to ensure fabulous development in the cellar. |
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Tuscany | 1 | - |
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£865.69 |
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An aristocrat of the Italian wine scene, the Montevertine Le Pergole Torte 2021 hails from the heart of Tuscany's striking Monti in Chianti region. This exquisite red wine is the crown jewel of the renowned Montevertine estate, and a testament to the artistry of vintner Radda in Chianti. Created from 100% Sangiovese grapes, meticulously hand-harvested, it gradually unveils its robust character through a minimum of 12 months maturation in Slavonian oak barrels. Boasting a vibrant brick-red hue, its nose is a captivating symphony of sun-drenched red fruit, aromatic herbs, and delicate tobacco nuances, while its palate is richly textured with a pleasantly tannic underpinning that lingers in an expansive, satisfying finish. A connoisseur's delight, the Montevertine Le Pergole Torte 2021 makes a peerless companion to game, truffle dishes and charred meats. |
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Tuscany | 1 | 95 (WA) |
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£348.41 |
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Wine Advocate (95)The 2020 Montevertine shows a generous, open-knit presentation with dark fruit, blue flower and delicate mineral highlights. The wine is 90% Sangiovese with small additions of Canaiolo and Colorino. It shows a medium-rich core of fruit but also offers a filigree of background nuances that renders it all the more enticing and interesting. The is a true beauty, showing the subtleties and nuances that can be achieved with native Tuscan grapes in a warm vintage. Some 35,000 bottles were produced. |
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Piedmont | 1 | - |
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£258.41 |
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Experience the luxurious elegance of Nada Fiorenzo Barbaresco Manzola 2019, a superbly crafted Piedmontese treasure. Cultivated in prized vineyards of Barbaresco, a mere stone's throw from Italy's celebrated Alba region, it offers an exquisite exploration into the potential of Nebbiolo grape. Its winemaker, Nada Fiorenzo, utilises traditional vinification methods with harmony and precision, ageing the wine in Slavonian oak barrels for 26 months to intensify its character. Imbued with a ruby-red hue, Nada Fiorenzo Barbaresco Manzola 2019 reveals complex layers of ripe red fruits, balsamic notes and robust tannins. The lingering taste of cherry and spice complement well its firm, elegant structure, resulting in a serene balance between power and finesse. A legacy of winemaking expertise, Nada Fiorenzo's wines are renowned for capturing the specific nuances of each plot, evoking a definitive sense of place and time. Explore the majesty of Italian viticulture with Nada Fiorenzo Barbaresco Manzola 2019, a symphony of flavours in every glass. |
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Piedmont | 1 | - |
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£292.09 |
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Delight your palate with the Nada Fiorenzo Barbaresco Montaribaldi 2019, an exceptional Piedmontese red wine exuding sumptuous earthiness and sophisticated elegance. The rich red wine is painstakingly produced in the esteemed vineyards of Barbaresco, nestled in Italy's iconic wine region, Piemonte. The Montaribaldi 2019 encapsulates its provenance, carved by robing Langhe Nebbiolo grapes in sublime isolation. Revered producer Nada Fiorenzo prides in its traditional methods, employing meticulous harvesting and selective picking to ensure optimal grape quality. Its maturation in French oak highlights the wine's bold structure, producing a captivating blend of ripe dark berries, delicate spice, and nuanced floral notes. This wine stuns with complexity, courtesy of its grandeur aging potential of 20-25 years. Experience the unmatched harmony of the Nada Fiorenzo Barbaresco Montaribaldi 2019, representing the apex of authenticity and Italian viticulture excellence. A testament to the enduring allure of Nada Fiorenzo's commitment to quality and tradition. |
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Piedmont | 1 | - |
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£269.29 |
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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 | 3 | - |
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£290.81 |
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The Nervi-Conterno Gattinara 2019 is the epitome of finesse and integrity. This robust, well-structured wine originates from Piedmont, Italy, meticulously crafted by iconic Barolo producer Roberto Conterno. Famed for his singular dedication to quality and precision, Roberto acquired the Nervi estate in 2018, thus the Gattinara is a testament of this illustrious union. Predominantly composed of Nebbiolo grapes, it celebrates the character of its vineyard, revealing a minerality indicative of its volcanic soils. It undergoes meticulous fermentation in concrete tanks before it is aged for 40 months to intensify the depth of flavours. The Nervi-Conterno Gattinara 2019 encapsulates a spectacular bouquet of floral notes, red fruits and spices, ending with a persistent finish. An embodiment of elegant complexity, it pairs excellently with gamey meats and complex sauces, enhancing gastronomical experiences beyond the imaginable. Enjoy the sophistication and vitality enshrined within each glass of the Nervi-Conterno Gattinara 2019. |
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Piedmont | 3 | 96 (VN) |
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£516.41 |
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Vinous (96)The 2018 Gattinara Valferana is explosive right out of the glass. Supporting veins of tannin carry a core of red fruit, cinnamon, rose petal, blood orange, mint and white pepper. The Valferana is complex and wonderfully deep from start to finish. Valferana is the cooler of the two single vineyard Gattinaras that are bottled separately here. The 2018 is a special wine. |
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Piedmont | 1 | - |
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£425.21 |
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Indulge in the exquisite Nervi-Conterno Gattinara Vigna Valferana 2019. A product of the fabled Nervi-Conterno estate in Piedmont, Italy, this wine represents the pinnacle of its acclaimed Nebbiolo varietal. Revered expert Roberto Conterno's meticulous dedication is exemplified in each bottle. The grapes are brilliantly cultivated on steep, south-facing terraces of Valferana, the region's oldest vineyard, embracing a unique mineral complexity from the volcanic, iron-rich soil. Following a delicate hand-harvest, the wine is crafted through extended maceration and aged for three years in massive Slavonian oak barrels, presenting an elegant expression of a classic Italian red. The result is a wine of finesse, featuring nuanced black cherry, hints of violets and rose petal aromas beautifully melded with earthy mineral undertones and a striking acidity. Lovers of true Italian greatness, grace your palate with the refined Nervi-Conterno Gattinara Vigna Valferana 2019. |
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Piedmont | 24 | 93 (VN) |
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£206.81 |
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Vinous (93)The 2018 Barolo is terrific. In 2018, the Odderos were not completely convinced of the results across all their sites. Ultimately, they blended all of their vineyard designates into the straight Barolo, with the exception of the Brunate and a Riserva from Vigna Rionda. In the glass, their 2018 is captivating. Exotic aromatics, bright red berry fruit and vibrant acids give the 2018 its considerable allure. Vineyard sites are: Fiasco, Bricco Chiesa, Capalot, Bussia, Villero, Rocche di Castiglione and Monvigliero. Look for this to be one of the under the radar gems of the vintage. I loved it. In fact, the Oddero Barolo is one of the few 2018s readers should not miss. It is a very strong 'buy' in my book. |
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Piedmont | 2 | 94 (VN) |
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£425.21 |
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Vinous (94)The 2017 Barolo Brunate is an utterly beguiling wine and one of the highlights of the vintage. Rose petal, cinnamon, blood orange, spice and star anise give the Brunate striking aromatic nuance and a real feeling of exoticism that is so alluring. In 2017, the Brunate is translucent and simply haunting in its beauty. I loved it. The Brunate is the smallest bottling of the Oddero crus. It is well worth the effort of seeking out. |
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Piedmont | 12 | 95 (WA) |
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£527.21 |
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Wine Advocate (95)Always a standout wine, the Oddero 2018 Barolo Brunate is a complete wine, and I use that word specifically because it shows balance, freshness, length and structure. It has all the basics of an age-worthy Nebbiolo that promises to increase in complexity and depth with more cellar age. At this young stage, the bouquet is singing with dark fruit, cherry, spice and sweet earth. |
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Piedmont | 1 | 95.5 (VN) |
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£492.41 |
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Vinous (95.5)The 2019 Barolo Brunate emerges from a tiny half-hectare plot at the highest elevation in the vineyard. It presents a beguiling mix of all the balsamic notes typical of Brunate, along with an extra bit of mid-palate texture that comes from aging in a slightly smaller cask vis-a-vis the other Barolos. Firm tannins need time to soften. |
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Piedmont | 1 | 96 (WA) |
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£490.01 |
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Wine Advocate (96)This is an instant classic, and that may be because of the smart decision to harvest later than usual. The 2013 Barolo Riserva Bussia Vigna Mondoca is elegant and profound with lots of beauty at every stage of its depths. The Vigna Mondoca is located more or less in the middle of the expansive Bussia cru, which has very thin and light soils that ultimately aid in the quick ripening of the fruit. Historically, this has resulted in super fruit intensity and delicious black fruit flavors. In this edition, we also get more tilled earth and stunning mineral tones. This is a beautiful Barolo Riserva. |
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Piedmont | 1 | 97 (WA) |
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£480.41 |
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Wine Advocate (97)Showing the precision and purity of the celebrated Bussia MGA (in Monforte d'Alba), the Oddero 2016 Barolo Riserva Bussia Vigna Mondoca has a lifted and largely floral bouquet with pressed rose, spicy potpourri, licorice, cinnamon stick, rosemary sprig and a hint of lavender. The intensity and the purity of the bouquet is beautiful, and although the oak tones play a prominent role at this stage, they will certainly integrate within the elegant, mid-weight texture of this Barolo. The wine ages in 30-hectoliter Austrian oak casks for 30 months. Production is 3,300 bottles. |
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Piedmont | 2 | 94 (VN) |
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£559.69 |
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Vinous (94)At nearly ten years of age, the 2012 Barolo Riserva Vigna Rionda is a terrific choice for readers who want to enjoy a Rionda with a bit of bottle age. Moreover, the 2012 is a wine of pure charm and seduction, which makes it a joy to taste today. Lavender, rose petal, blood orange, star anise, spice, earthiness and red/purplish fruit convey the inner perfume that is such a Rionda signature. The 2012 doesn't quite have the complexity or structure of some vintages, but that does not attract from its tremendous appeal. There is more than enough energy and tannic grip to ensure for another 15-20 years of fine drinking, maybe more, so readers can drink or hold. The classically austere finish will delight fans of traditionally made Barolo. |
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Piedmont | 1 | 95 (VN) |
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£245.00 |
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Vinous (95)The 2016 Barolo Parussi is the most overt and fruity of the 2016s. That is not a bad thing at all, as it gives the wine striking immediacy and mid-palate sweetness. Succulent red and purplish berry fruit, spice and mint come together in the glass. Silky, floral and medium in body, the Parussi captures all of the sensuality that is typical of the Barolos of Castiglione Falletto. Best of all, the Parussi will drink well earlier than the wines from Serralunga will. |
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Piedmont | 1 | 95 (VN) |
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£170.00 |
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Vinous (95)The 2017 Barolo Parussi is a classic Castiglione Falletto Barolo. Sweet floral notes and bright, red berry fruit open first as the 2017 shows off its considerable charms. Medium in body and silky (for the year), with exceptional balance, the 2017 Parussi is stellar. This is an unbelievably classy Barolo. |
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Piedmont | 2 | 98.5 (VN) |
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£340.00 |
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Vinous (98.5)The 2014 Barolo Riserva Vigna Rionda is a stunning wine. Sweet, perfumed and deep, the 2014 is off-the-charts great. Dark red and purplish berry fruit, mint, lavender, spice and hard candy infuse the 2014 with striking layers of nuance. But what really impresses about the 2014 is its depth and huge vertical build. All the elements fall into place in a sumptuous, deep Barolo that screams with character. Beams of tannin punctuate the finish. Massolino's 2014 is one of the greatest Vigna Riondas I have ever tasted. |
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Piedmont | 2 | 96 (VN) |
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£390.00 |
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Vinous (96)The 2015 Barolo Riserva Vigna Rionda is a magnificent wine that shows all the magic this site is so famous for. All the Rionda signatures open in the glass. Sweet dark cherry/plum, lavender, spice, mint and pine meld together in a sensual, beautifully layered Barolo that pushes all the right buttons. The 2015 is going to need a few years to soften, but it is undeniably vivid and arresting in its sheer allure. |
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Piedmont | 6 | 98 (WS) |
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£692.00 |
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Wine Spectator (98)Cherry, strawberry, rose, iron and menthol flavors highlight this supple red. There's plenty of backbone, and woodsy notes chime in, but this is more about the expressive berry fruit and elegant side of Barolo, ending with a terrific finish. Nonetheless, this will require several years for the tannins to be absorbed. To be released September 2022. Best from 2025 through 2045. 1,000 cases made, 250 cases imported. |
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Piedmont | 2 | 98 (VN) |
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£399.00 |
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Vinous (98)The 2017 Barolo Riserva Vigna Rionda is flat out stunning. All the purest essence of Rionda comes through in a captivating Barolo that dazzles. Sweet red cherry fruit, kirsch, rose petal, licorice and blood orange are some of the many aromas and flavors that lift from the glass. Exotic and racy, the 2017 is a flat-out stunner. Now, for the million dollar question. Is it better than the 2016? Right now, I give an edge to the 2017 for its greater finesse and total sense of exotic beauty. But time will be the judge. I do look forward to tasting the 2016 and 2017 side by side! |
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Piedmont | 1 | - |
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£386.00 |
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Tuscany | 1 | 97 (VN) |
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£127.50 |
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Vinous (97)Siepi, Fonterutoli’s Merlot/Sangiovese blend, is absolutely gorgeous in 2018. Rich, pliant and creamy, Siepi offers all of the seductiveness of Merlot with the bright acids and grip of Sangiovese. Inky blue/purplish fruit, lavender, dried herbs, spice, licorice and new leather meld together in an open-knit, inviting Tuscan red with no hard edges and tons of allure shaped by alberese soils with a good bit of clay. The 2018 is an undeniably sexy wine with so much immediacy. Siepi (the wine) is built on a core of holdings from Siepi, a historic property dating back to the 1400s, plus holdings from the broader Fonterutoli estate. Merlot and Sangiovese lots are harvested, vinified and aged separately. The 2018 saw long macerations 20 or more days, followed by 16-17 months in French oak, with a preference for 225L barrels for Merlot and larger 500L tonneaux for the Sangiovese, which also spent a bit less time in oak. The final blend was assembled and then the wine spent 5-6 months in cement, a recent change made for the first time in 2017 that really seems to let the purity of the fruit come out. The 2018 is positively stellar and also one of the very best editions in recent memory. Don’t miss it. |
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Tuscany | 3 | - |
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£281.00 |
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Experience the enchanting allure of the world-renowned Michele Satta Toscana Cavaliere 1998. Crafted in the heart of Tuscany's distinguished Bolgheri region, this sublime red wine embodies the gem of Italian viticulture. Constructed meticulously by acclaimed producer Michele Satta, it reflects the quintessence of dedication to the craft and a lifelong love for wine. The Cavaliere 1998 is a single varietal Sangiovese, nurtured on a hillside terrain that reaps the rewards of a sublime microclimate. The unique soil composition imbues the luscious grapes with a complex, vibrant character and unparalleled richness. Its sophisticated vinification involves fermentation in barriques, followed by 18 months maturation in the same casks, enhancing the depth of its flavour profile. The resulting wine is an elegant symphony of ripe red fruits, layered with notes of leather and spice, underlaid by plush tannins. A sip of the Michele Satta Toscana Cavaliere 1998 is truly a journey through the grandeur of Italy's winemaking heritage. |
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Tuscany | 3 | 95 (VN) |
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£185.00 |
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Vinous (95)The 2020 Chianti Classico Riserva Il Campitello emerges from the oldest vines, planted about 55 years ago. It is also one of the very finest wines I have tasted at Monteraponi. Deep and beautifully layered, the 2020 offers up an exotic mélange of dark fruit mixed with hints of lavender, spice and sage. Time in the glass brings out the wine's striking inner sweetness and perfume. This vivid, explosive Riserva is endowed with tremendous depth and explosive energy. The 2020 spent 24 months in cask. |
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Tuscany | 1 | 99 (VN) |
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£726.00 |
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Vinous (99)The 2016 Le Pergole Torte is magnificent, just as it was last year. Rich, dense and explosive, with stunning depth and texture, the 2016 possesses off the charts intensity while remaining light on its feet for such rich a powerful, layered wine. There is almost no perception of tannin. Black cherry, plum, lavender, menthol, spice and new leather all meld together in a pliant, striking Pergole Torte endowed with tremendous pedigree and nuance. Put simply, the 2016 is off the charts great. The only reason the 2016 does not earn a perfect score is that cramped quarters in the cellar oblige Montevertine to bottle Pergole Torte in several lots. |
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Tuscany | 2 | 98 (VN) |
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£578.00 |
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Vinous (98)The 2017 Le Pergole Torte is a wine of pure and total sensuality. I imagine the 2017 is one of those wines that will always offer tremendous pleasure. Pliant and inviting, with soft, voluptuous curves, the 2017 is off the charts gorgeous. Layers of deep Sangiovese fruit gradually reveal themselves with air. The flavors are so intense but also so primary. I wouldn't touch a bottle before age ten. Readers lucky enough to find the 2017 should not hesitate, as it is magnificent. I can't imagine anyone who loves Le Pergole Torte not wanting a good supply of the 2017 in the cellar. The 2017 has come together beautifully over the last year. |
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Tuscany | 1 | 96 (VN) |
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£618.00 |
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Vinous (96)The 2018 Le Pergole Torte is dense, creamy and nuanced from the very first taste. Red/purplish berry fruit, spice, rose petal and a touch of new French oak all build as the Pergole Torte opens with aeration. As always, Pergole shows that extra touch of richness from the selection of fruit used here, with that added texture from French oak. As appealing as the 2018 is today, it is of course a very young wine that will need years to be at its very finest. |
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Tuscany | 1 | 97 (WA) |
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£685.00 |
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Wine Advocate (97)Holding back initially, this wine simply needs more time in bottle, and I have adjusted the drinking window accordingly. The 2019 Le Pergole Torte is a long-term proposition showing initial stirrings of tart cherry fruit, plum, licorice, tobacco and crushed stone. There is a pretty floral tone of violet or rosemary flower even now. Winemaking takes this special selection of 100% Sangiovese though cement and Allier and Slavonian oak. The balanced acidity stands out nicely. There are 29,000 bottles of the 2019 vintage, and I recommend you put yours in the cellar for five to 10 more years. |
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£698.00 |
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Vinous (98)The 2020 Le Pergole Torte is a total stunner. Rich, sumptuous and layered, the 2020 possesses exceptional balance and class to burn. The 2020 is an opulent, racy and super-expressive wine with no hard edges and exceptional balance. Readers will find a super-classic Pergole Torte endowed with tremendous fruit purity. Dark-toned fruit, lavender, sage, graphite and spice build into a potent laced with a kiss of French oak and enough tannin to ensure fabulous development in the cellar. |
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£715.00 |
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An aristocrat of the Italian wine scene, the Montevertine Le Pergole Torte 2021 hails from the heart of Tuscany's striking Monti in Chianti region. This exquisite red wine is the crown jewel of the renowned Montevertine estate, and a testament to the artistry of vintner Radda in Chianti. Created from 100% Sangiovese grapes, meticulously hand-harvested, it gradually unveils its robust character through a minimum of 12 months maturation in Slavonian oak barrels. Boasting a vibrant brick-red hue, its nose is a captivating symphony of sun-drenched red fruit, aromatic herbs, and delicate tobacco nuances, while its palate is richly textured with a pleasantly tannic underpinning that lingers in an expansive, satisfying finish. A connoisseur's delight, the Montevertine Le Pergole Torte 2021 makes a peerless companion to game, truffle dishes and charred meats. |
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Tuscany | 1 | 95 (WA) |
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£285.00 |
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Wine Advocate (95)The 2020 Montevertine shows a generous, open-knit presentation with dark fruit, blue flower and delicate mineral highlights. The wine is 90% Sangiovese with small additions of Canaiolo and Colorino. It shows a medium-rich core of fruit but also offers a filigree of background nuances that renders it all the more enticing and interesting. The is a true beauty, showing the subtleties and nuances that can be achieved with native Tuscan grapes in a warm vintage. Some 35,000 bottles were produced. |
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£210.00 |
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Experience the luxurious elegance of Nada Fiorenzo Barbaresco Manzola 2019, a superbly crafted Piedmontese treasure. Cultivated in prized vineyards of Barbaresco, a mere stone's throw from Italy's celebrated Alba region, it offers an exquisite exploration into the potential of Nebbiolo grape. Its winemaker, Nada Fiorenzo, utilises traditional vinification methods with harmony and precision, ageing the wine in Slavonian oak barrels for 26 months to intensify its character. Imbued with a ruby-red hue, Nada Fiorenzo Barbaresco Manzola 2019 reveals complex layers of ripe red fruits, balsamic notes and robust tannins. The lingering taste of cherry and spice complement well its firm, elegant structure, resulting in a serene balance between power and finesse. A legacy of winemaking expertise, Nada Fiorenzo's wines are renowned for capturing the specific nuances of each plot, evoking a definitive sense of place and time. Explore the majesty of Italian viticulture with Nada Fiorenzo Barbaresco Manzola 2019, a symphony of flavours in every glass. |
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£237.00 |
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Delight your palate with the Nada Fiorenzo Barbaresco Montaribaldi 2019, an exceptional Piedmontese red wine exuding sumptuous earthiness and sophisticated elegance. The rich red wine is painstakingly produced in the esteemed vineyards of Barbaresco, nestled in Italy's iconic wine region, Piemonte. The Montaribaldi 2019 encapsulates its provenance, carved by robing Langhe Nebbiolo grapes in sublime isolation. Revered producer Nada Fiorenzo prides in its traditional methods, employing meticulous harvesting and selective picking to ensure optimal grape quality. Its maturation in French oak highlights the wine's bold structure, producing a captivating blend of ripe dark berries, delicate spice, and nuanced floral notes. This wine stuns with complexity, courtesy of its grandeur aging potential of 20-25 years. Experience the unmatched harmony of the Nada Fiorenzo Barbaresco Montaribaldi 2019, representing the apex of authenticity and Italian viticulture excellence. A testament to the enduring allure of Nada Fiorenzo's commitment to quality and tradition. |
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£218.00 |
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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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£237.00 |
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The Nervi-Conterno Gattinara 2019 is the epitome of finesse and integrity. This robust, well-structured wine originates from Piedmont, Italy, meticulously crafted by iconic Barolo producer Roberto Conterno. Famed for his singular dedication to quality and precision, Roberto acquired the Nervi estate in 2018, thus the Gattinara is a testament of this illustrious union. Predominantly composed of Nebbiolo grapes, it celebrates the character of its vineyard, revealing a minerality indicative of its volcanic soils. It undergoes meticulous fermentation in concrete tanks before it is aged for 40 months to intensify the depth of flavours. The Nervi-Conterno Gattinara 2019 encapsulates a spectacular bouquet of floral notes, red fruits and spices, ending with a persistent finish. An embodiment of elegant complexity, it pairs excellently with gamey meats and complex sauces, enhancing gastronomical experiences beyond the imaginable. Enjoy the sophistication and vitality enshrined within each glass of the Nervi-Conterno Gattinara 2019. |
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Piedmont | 3 | 96 (VN) |
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£425.00 |
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Vinous (96)The 2018 Gattinara Valferana is explosive right out of the glass. Supporting veins of tannin carry a core of red fruit, cinnamon, rose petal, blood orange, mint and white pepper. The Valferana is complex and wonderfully deep from start to finish. Valferana is the cooler of the two single vineyard Gattinaras that are bottled separately here. The 2018 is a special wine. |
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£349.00 |
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Indulge in the exquisite Nervi-Conterno Gattinara Vigna Valferana 2019. A product of the fabled Nervi-Conterno estate in Piedmont, Italy, this wine represents the pinnacle of its acclaimed Nebbiolo varietal. Revered expert Roberto Conterno's meticulous dedication is exemplified in each bottle. The grapes are brilliantly cultivated on steep, south-facing terraces of Valferana, the region's oldest vineyard, embracing a unique mineral complexity from the volcanic, iron-rich soil. Following a delicate hand-harvest, the wine is crafted through extended maceration and aged for three years in massive Slavonian oak barrels, presenting an elegant expression of a classic Italian red. The result is a wine of finesse, featuring nuanced black cherry, hints of violets and rose petal aromas beautifully melded with earthy mineral undertones and a striking acidity. Lovers of true Italian greatness, grace your palate with the refined Nervi-Conterno Gattinara Vigna Valferana 2019. |
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£167.00 |
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Vinous (93)The 2018 Barolo is terrific. In 2018, the Odderos were not completely convinced of the results across all their sites. Ultimately, they blended all of their vineyard designates into the straight Barolo, with the exception of the Brunate and a Riserva from Vigna Rionda. In the glass, their 2018 is captivating. Exotic aromatics, bright red berry fruit and vibrant acids give the 2018 its considerable allure. Vineyard sites are: Fiasco, Bricco Chiesa, Capalot, Bussia, Villero, Rocche di Castiglione and Monvigliero. Look for this to be one of the under the radar gems of the vintage. I loved it. In fact, the Oddero Barolo is one of the few 2018s readers should not miss. It is a very strong 'buy' in my book. |
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£349.00 |
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Vinous (94)The 2017 Barolo Brunate is an utterly beguiling wine and one of the highlights of the vintage. Rose petal, cinnamon, blood orange, spice and star anise give the Brunate striking aromatic nuance and a real feeling of exoticism that is so alluring. In 2017, the Brunate is translucent and simply haunting in its beauty. I loved it. The Brunate is the smallest bottling of the Oddero crus. It is well worth the effort of seeking out. |
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£434.00 |
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Wine Advocate (95)Always a standout wine, the Oddero 2018 Barolo Brunate is a complete wine, and I use that word specifically because it shows balance, freshness, length and structure. It has all the basics of an age-worthy Nebbiolo that promises to increase in complexity and depth with more cellar age. At this young stage, the bouquet is singing with dark fruit, cherry, spice and sweet earth. |
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£405.00 |
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Vinous (95.5)The 2019 Barolo Brunate emerges from a tiny half-hectare plot at the highest elevation in the vineyard. It presents a beguiling mix of all the balsamic notes typical of Brunate, along with an extra bit of mid-palate texture that comes from aging in a slightly smaller cask vis-a-vis the other Barolos. Firm tannins need time to soften. |
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£403.00 |
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Wine Advocate (96)This is an instant classic, and that may be because of the smart decision to harvest later than usual. The 2013 Barolo Riserva Bussia Vigna Mondoca is elegant and profound with lots of beauty at every stage of its depths. The Vigna Mondoca is located more or less in the middle of the expansive Bussia cru, which has very thin and light soils that ultimately aid in the quick ripening of the fruit. Historically, this has resulted in super fruit intensity and delicious black fruit flavors. In this edition, we also get more tilled earth and stunning mineral tones. This is a beautiful Barolo Riserva. |
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£395.00 |
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Wine Advocate (97)Showing the precision and purity of the celebrated Bussia MGA (in Monforte d'Alba), the Oddero 2016 Barolo Riserva Bussia Vigna Mondoca has a lifted and largely floral bouquet with pressed rose, spicy potpourri, licorice, cinnamon stick, rosemary sprig and a hint of lavender. The intensity and the purity of the bouquet is beautiful, and although the oak tones play a prominent role at this stage, they will certainly integrate within the elegant, mid-weight texture of this Barolo. The wine ages in 30-hectoliter Austrian oak casks for 30 months. Production is 3,300 bottles. |
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£460.00 |
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Vinous (94)At nearly ten years of age, the 2012 Barolo Riserva Vigna Rionda is a terrific choice for readers who want to enjoy a Rionda with a bit of bottle age. Moreover, the 2012 is a wine of pure charm and seduction, which makes it a joy to taste today. Lavender, rose petal, blood orange, star anise, spice, earthiness and red/purplish fruit convey the inner perfume that is such a Rionda signature. The 2012 doesn't quite have the complexity or structure of some vintages, but that does not attract from its tremendous appeal. There is more than enough energy and tannic grip to ensure for another 15-20 years of fine drinking, maybe more, so readers can drink or hold. The classically austere finish will delight fans of traditionally made Barolo. |
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