Piedmont
Piedmont, located in northwest Italy, is renowned for producing some of the world's most exquisite fine wines. With its breath-taking landscapes, diverse terroir, and a rich winemaking heritage, Piedmont offers a captivating range of wines that captivate the senses. The region is home to legendary vineyards and wineries that have gained global recognition for their exceptional quality.
One of the most famous vineyards in Piedmont is Gaja, a family-owned winery that has played a pivotal role in elevating the region's wines to international acclaim. Their wines, such as Barbaresco and Barolo, are synonymous with excellence and showcase the complexity and elegance of Piedmontese wines. Another esteemed vineyard is Vietti, known for its iconic Barolo wines that beautifully reflect the region's terroir and winemaking traditions.
Piedmont is renowned for its red wines, particularly Barolo and Barbaresco, both made from the Nebbiolo grape. Barolo is often referred to as the "King of Wines" due to its full-bodied structure, intense aromatics, and potential for aging. Notable vineyards like Bruno Giacosa, Giacomo Conterno, and Paolo Scavino craft outstanding Barolo wines that capture the essence of the region. Barbaresco, a neighboring appellation, offers equally exceptional wines with a slightly softer and more approachable character. Renowned vineyards such as Produttori del Barbaresco and Gaja produce remarkable Barbaresco wines that exemplify the region's winemaking prowess.
Piedmont is also famous for its white wine, Moscato d'Asti, a sweet and aromatic wine made from the Moscato grape. Producers such as Michele Chiarlo and Saracco offer delightful Moscato d'Asti wines that are loved for their fragrant bouquet and refreshing sweetness.
Additionally, the region produces other notable wines, including Barbera d'Alba, Dolcetto d'Alba, and Gavi. These wines exhibit unique characteristics that reflect the local terroir and grape varieties.
Piedmont's fine wines are a true expression of artistry and tradition, showcasing the region's commitment to excellence. Whether you're savoring a prestigious Barolo, an elegant Barbaresco, or a delightful Moscato d'Asti, Piedmont's wines offer a remarkable journey of flavors and a glimpse into the rich winemaking heritage of this captivating region.
Piedmont
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Piedmont | 14 | - |
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€443.65 |
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Imbued with the grandeur of Italy’s Piedmont region, Boggione Barolo Brunate 2017 is a stunning expression of Nebbiolo grapes nurtured in the Brunate vineyards of Barolo. Produced by the family-run Azienda Agricola Boggione, famed for their artisanal production of Barolos, this vintage is a testament to their commitment to traditional wine-making techniques including prolonged maceration and ageing in large Slovenian oak barrels. Deep garnet in colour, the captivating Boggione Barolo Brunate 2017 delivers a complex bouquet of rose petal, cherry and earthy truffles. Firm tannins and vibrant acidity showcase the potency and refinement that characterise Barolos of this calibre. Aged for 46 months, the wine exhibits an impressive structure and depth, culminating in a lingering finish. Enhancing a magnificent meal or partaken as a special indulgence, the Boggione Barolo Brunate 2017 embodies the exquisite artistry and authenticity of Italian winemaking, promising an unrivalled sensory journey. |
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Piedmont | 1 | - |
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€345.25 |
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Immerse your senses in the intoxicatingly rich experience of the Boggione Barolo Brunate 2018. Hailing from the world-renowned vineyards of Piedmont, Italy, this highly sought after wine exhibits the exceptional viticultural traditions of Claudio Boggione. Crafted from Nebbiolo grapes that have been matured for 24 months in Slavonian oak barrels, the tepid fermentation allows a profound bouquet of layered aromas to develop. The Boggione Barolo Brunate 2018 showcases an intricate profile of intense red fruit interlaced with sweet spices and subtle earthy undertones. The impressive concentration promises a lasting palate, expertly balanced with a poised structure and vibrant acidity, culminating in a majestic finish. As a distinguished barolo, Boggione's alluring Brunate 2018 is an emblem of quintessential Italian wine. The Boggione family's passion and commitment to their craft stands testament to their outstanding accomplishments in the realm of fine wines. |
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Piedmont | 3 | - |
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€435.22 |
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Revel in the delectable allure of Boggione Barolo Brunate 2019, a fine Italian wine that exemplifies the finesse and grace of the Nebbiolo grape. Produced in Piedmont's prestigious Langhe region, this veritably excellent wine is the brainchild of third-generation vigneron, Claudio Boggione. Delightfully aged for 30 months in oak casks, it has emerged as a symphony of intense flavours, exhibiting the classical stylistic characteristics of the Brunate vineyard. Each sip of the Boggione Barolo Brunate 2019 unfurls a complex bouquet of ripe red fruit, violet, and liquorice complemented by a minerally finish. The structure is robust, while the tannins lend balance and longevity. This wine, produced in limited quantities, upholds the traditional winemaking principles of Barolo, resulting in a sublime reflection of its terroir. An exquisite testament to the vineyard's innate magnificence, the Boggione Barolo Brunate 2019 stands tall as an iconic expression of this premier Italian wine region. |
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Piedmont | 25 | - |
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€163.75 |
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Grown with artisanal fidelity within the Piedmont region in Italy, Boniperti Vignaioli produces the exceptional Boniperti Vignaioli, Barton, Fara. The 2017 vintage stands out producing a velvety Nebbiolo blend that tantalises the palate. Hand harvested from vines aged over 50 years, the wine's grapes are meticulously selected presenting quality in every bottle. Boniperti Vignaioli, Barton, Fara 2017 blossoms in meticulous winemaking traditions using oak barrels for 24 months to develop full-bodied, yet sophisticated flavours. The result – an elegant wine offering subtle hints of rose, anise, and ripe cherry, revealing its varietal identity with grace and intensity. Traditionally paired with finely prepared game dishes, Boniperti Vignaioli, Barton, Fara 2017 offers robust authenticity that perfectly aligns with the culinary richness of its Italian roots. Sip your way into a world of sumptuous pleasure commanded by Boniperti Vignaioli. |
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Piedmont | 20 | - |
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€188.95 |
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Experience the allure of Italian viniculture with Boniperti Vignaioli, Barton, Fara 2018. This exceptional offering hails from the ancient Fara DOC zone, Northern Piedmont. Elegantly crafted by Boniperti Vignaioli, known for their love of tradition, this red blend is a symphony of Nebbiolo and Vespolina, aged in French oak savouring the elegance of Barton lineage. 2018 was a vintage year, bestowing a harmonious balance of acidity and tannins. The exquisite profile offers notes of red fruits, spices, and subtle oak, alongside the characteristic mineral undertone of the region's volcanic soils. The Boniperti’s uncompromising commitment to natural and sustainable farming ensures each bottle is an authentic expression of their terroir. Experience the finesse and sophistication of the Boniperti Vignaioli, Barton, Fara 2018, a true testament to the matchless quality of Piedmont wines. |
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Piedmont | 5 | 89 (VN) |
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€672.26 |
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Vinous (89)Boroli's 2004 Barolo is a pretty, fragrant wine. It offers nice up-front intensity in its fruit, but then tails off a bit on the mid-palate. With air, notes of leather, spices and toasted oak develop, adding further complexity. A few years of bottle age should help this fruit-driven Barolo integrate its oak. This is a successful effort at this level. |
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Piedmont | 4 | - |
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€493.72 |
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Experience the ultimate Italian sophistication with Brezza Barolo 2018, a brilliant homage crafted by the renowned Brezza estate. Nestled in the heart of the Barolo zone in Piedmont, Italy, meticulously cultivates the vineyards laden with the noble Nebbiolo grape. This rich vintage wine is created adhering to stringent traditional winemaking methods, ensuring its consistent brilliance. Vibrant garnet in colour, Brezza Barolo 2018 boasts an exceptional bouquet of mature fruits and delicate spice, underscored by a touch of oak. On the palate, it reveals a powerful depth of flavour, intoxicating full body, with an undertone of silky, robust tannins, leading onto a lingering finish. Maturing in Slavonian oak barrels for 36 months, it has attained an elaborate structure that sings of its prestigious Italian heritage. This exquisite wine is a testament to the Brezza estate's dedication to astronomical quality and authenticity, making 'Brezza Barolo 2018' a treasure for every serious wine aficionado. |
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Piedmont | 4 | 92 (VN) |
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€534.52 |
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Vinous (92)The 2019 Barolo is a gorgeous entry-level offering from Brezza. In fact, it's one of the best editions of this wine I can remember tasting. Bright, translucent and full of character, the straight Barolo is all charm. Crushed red berry fruit, orange peel, sage, mint and sweet spice all lend notable complexity throughout. Vineyard sites are San Lorenzo, Fossati, Ravera (Novello) and Bricco San Pietro. Fruit is harvested and vinified separately, then the lots are blended before malolactic fermentation. |
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Piedmont | 4 | 92 (VN) |
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€702.52 |
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Vinous (92)The 2018 Barolo Cannubi is attractive, but also embryonic. Sweet tobacco, cedar, leather, dried herbs and crushed rose petal emerge, but only with some reluctance. Silky Cannubi tannins lend finesse, suggesting what is to come. Readers will have to be patient, as the 2018 is going to need a few years to be fully expressive. The 2018 is suave and very nicely balanced, especially for the year, but it is also the least expressive wine in the range today. |
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Piedmont | 1 | 95 (VN) |
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€431.62 |
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Vinous (95)The 2019 Barolo Cannubi is one of the best wines I have tasted from Brezza in a very long time. Sweet, perfumed and silky, the 2019 bristles with Cannubi character. Crushed red berry fruit, cedar, mint, rose petal and orange zest are some of the notes that grace this exquisite but potent Barolo. Give the tannins a few years to soften. |
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Piedmont | 3 | 91 (VN) |
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€493.43 |
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Vinous (91)The 2016 Barolo Castellero is a powerful, pleasantly rustic wine that is going to need at least a few years to come into its own. Burly tannins convey an impression of rusticity, but beyond that, there is good depth and plenty of fruit as well. Readers should plan on cellaring the 2016 for at least a few years. Scorched earth, tobacco, menthol, macerated dark cherry, licorice, game and incense add to the wine's dark, wild and virile feel. |
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Piedmont | 1 | 94 (VN) |
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€521.32 |
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Vinous (94)The 2019 Barolo Castellero is a deep, beguiling wine. Deeply pitched spice, menthol, licorice and dried herbs meld into a core of dark-toned fruit. Virile and imposing, with notable inner sweetness, the Castellero is stunning. There's a bit of new oak influence, but it is not dominant. This is another superb Barolo from Brezza. |
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Piedmont | 4 | 93 (VN) |
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€612.52 |
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Vinous (93)The 2018 Barolo Sarmassa benefits from the addition of the fruit that would have gone into the Riserva. A Barolo of breadth and power, the Sarmassa possesses terrific depth and plenty of substance. Dark plum, gravel, cured meat, smoke, licorice and incense add to a feeling of somber gravitas. I won't be surprised if the 2018 turns out to be even better than this note suggests. Hints of dried herb, menthol, licorice, tobacco and incense linger on a finish graced with notable aromatic complexity. |
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Piedmont | 3 | 97 (DC) |
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€615.22 |
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Decanter (97)Brezza is dedicated to organic viticulture, and works only with indigenous yeast, big oak vessels and long macerations in the cellar. His 2019 Sarmassa is one of the most elegant Barolos of the vintage, if not the most. Bright ruby in the glass and vibrant on the nose, the tannins are impeccable. Plenty of Parma violet notes are to the fore, soaked with rhubarb root, liquorice stick and a whiff of yellow fruits. The attack is poised, soft and silky, with long, lifted acidity. There is a perfect extraction here – the tannins are very well judged and ripe. |
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Piedmont | 2 | - |
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€419.35 |
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Piedmont | 8 | - |
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€391.75 |
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Piedmont | 1 | 90 (VN) |
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€355.75 |
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Vinous (90)The 2019 Barbera d'Alba Ciabot del Fi emerges from a vineyard in Serralunga. Deep and fleshy in the glass, the 2019 is packed with dark fruit, leather, spice, dried herbs, menthol and licorice. The 2019 was aged in cask, which helps round some of the edges while preserving plenty of intensity. |
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Piedmont | 3 | 86 (VN) |
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€330.52 |
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Vinous (86)The 2015 Barbera d'Alba Sorì del Drago offers good depth and pliancy, but a slight green/herbal note is a bit distracting. |
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Piedmont | 2 | 90 (VN) |
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€323.35 |
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Vinous (90)Brovia's 2016 Barbera d'Alba Sorì del Drago is dark and brooding in the glass. Black cherry, smoke, crushed rocks, cloves, licorice and melted road tar confer density and virile power. Dark and massively concentrated, the 2016 will drink well for at least a handful of years. I would prefer to give the 2016 a bit more time in bottle to allow it to shed some of its considerable baby fat. |
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Piedmont | 1 | 88 (VN) |
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€351.25 |
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Vinous (88)The 2019 Barbera d'Alba Sorì del Drago is a powerful, brooding wine laced with dark black fruit, licorice, gravel, smoke and dried herbs. This heady, explosive Barbera packs a serious punch. Vineyard sites are Brea, Gianetto and Garblèt Sue'. |
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Piedmont | 1 | 94 (WE) |
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€534.85 |
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Wine Enthusiast (94)Given the poise and complexity, it's hard to believe this is the firm's entry-level Barolo. It opens with alluring aromas of wild berry, forest floor, new leather, menthol and purple flower while the full-bodied palate delivers crushed raspberry, morello cherry, mint and star anise. Firm refined tannins and bright acidity give it a structured finesse as well as balance. |
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Piedmont | 73 | - |
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€504.85 |
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Piedmont | 26 | 94 (JS) |
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€534.85 |
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James Suckling (94)Walnuts, berries, tar and hints of smoke on the nose. It’s full-bodied with chewy tannins and a dusty finish. Chewy at the end. Drink after 2023. |
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Piedmont | 1 | 89 (VN) |
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€244.45 |
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Vinous (89)The 2017 Barolo is a terrific choice for drinking now and over the next decade or so. In 2017, Brovia's straight Barolo is quite floral and lifted in feel. Crushed flowers, mint, spice, blood orange and sweet berry fruit are laced throughout. As a reminder, the Brovia Barolo is a blend of all four sites the family bottles as vineyard designates, with an emphasis on the Brea cru. This mid-weight Barolo is all charm. |
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Piedmont | 1 | 88 (VN) |
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€311.65 |
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Vinous (88)Brovia's 2018 Barolo is a very good wine for the vintage and within its peer group. It naturally shows the modest structure of the year, but all the elements are nicely balanced. Sweet dried cherry, mint, cedar, tobacco and crushed leaves open nicely. I would prefer to drink the 2018 over the next handful of years. As always, the straight Barolo is a blend of 70% Brea and 30% a mix of the other sites in the range. It is very nicely done. |
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Piedmont | 2 | 95 (WA) |
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€599.41 |
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Wine Advocate (95)On a shortlist of "annata" wines to buy from Piedmont this year is the Brovia 2019 Barolo. Made from a blend of fruit from Castiglione Falletto and Serralunga d'Alba, this wine delivers a very sharp and chiseled performance that puts a priority on directness, freshness and length. This pretty wine has a pronounced fruity side and a mineral side, and these two parts converge beautifully. There are hints of dried mint and licorice on the close of this must-have wine. 25,000 bottles were produced. |
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Piedmont | 2 | 97 (VN) |
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€1,444.45 |
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Vinous (97)Smoke, tar, earthiness and licorice add gorgeous dimensions of complexity in the 2010 Barolo Brea Vigna Ca’ Mia. Here, too, the flavors are remarkably bright and focused. The dark, brooding notes of Serralunga are very much present, but the 2010 impresses for its pure balance, harmony and class. Dried rose petals, spices, licorice and game add complexity on a huge finish supported by big, incisive tannins. This is another utterly vivid, dazzling Barolo from Brovia. Here, too, readers will note a slight name change. |
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Piedmont | 2 | 94+ (VN) |
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€869.65 |
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Vinous (94+)The 2015 Barolo Brea Vigna Ca' Mia captures all the best the vintage has to offer. Black cherry, plum, espresso, sage, menthol, licorice and leather are all kicked up a few notches in a decidedly dark, strapping Barolo that screams with Serralunga character. Exotic, dark and totally alluring, the 2015 has a very bright future, but readers should be prepared to be patient, as the tannins clearly need time to soften. |
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Piedmont | 1 | 98 (WE) |
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€668.05 |
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Wine Enthusiast (98)Mesmerizing aromas of violet, rose, perfumed berry and dried aromatic herb mingle together with a whiff of forest floor in this compelling wine. Full-bodied, elegant and delicious, the structured palate delivers ripe Morello cherry, cranberry, licorice and tobacco framed in youthfully assertive but refined tannins. It closes on a tangy mineral note. Drink 2027–2037. |
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Piedmont | 2 | 98 (WE) |
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€858.85 |
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Wine Enthusiast (98)Fragrant and loaded with finesse, this beauty opens with heady scents of woodland berry, new leather, violet, spice and the barest whiff of truffle. The full-bodied, delicious palate features juicy Marasca cherry, crushed raspberry and baking spice before a long licorice close. Bright acidity and taut but ultrarefined tannins provide seamless support. Drink 2026–2038 |
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Piedmont | 14 | - |
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€351.00 |
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Imbued with the grandeur of Italy’s Piedmont region, Boggione Barolo Brunate 2017 is a stunning expression of Nebbiolo grapes nurtured in the Brunate vineyards of Barolo. Produced by the family-run Azienda Agricola Boggione, famed for their artisanal production of Barolos, this vintage is a testament to their commitment to traditional wine-making techniques including prolonged maceration and ageing in large Slovenian oak barrels. Deep garnet in colour, the captivating Boggione Barolo Brunate 2017 delivers a complex bouquet of rose petal, cherry and earthy truffles. Firm tannins and vibrant acidity showcase the potency and refinement that characterise Barolos of this calibre. Aged for 46 months, the wine exhibits an impressive structure and depth, culminating in a lingering finish. Enhancing a magnificent meal or partaken as a special indulgence, the Boggione Barolo Brunate 2017 embodies the exquisite artistry and authenticity of Italian winemaking, promising an unrivalled sensory journey. |
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Piedmont | 1 | - |
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€269.00 |
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Immerse your senses in the intoxicatingly rich experience of the Boggione Barolo Brunate 2018. Hailing from the world-renowned vineyards of Piedmont, Italy, this highly sought after wine exhibits the exceptional viticultural traditions of Claudio Boggione. Crafted from Nebbiolo grapes that have been matured for 24 months in Slavonian oak barrels, the tepid fermentation allows a profound bouquet of layered aromas to develop. The Boggione Barolo Brunate 2018 showcases an intricate profile of intense red fruit interlaced with sweet spices and subtle earthy undertones. The impressive concentration promises a lasting palate, expertly balanced with a poised structure and vibrant acidity, culminating in a majestic finish. As a distinguished barolo, Boggione's alluring Brunate 2018 is an emblem of quintessential Italian wine. The Boggione family's passion and commitment to their craft stands testament to their outstanding accomplishments in the realm of fine wines. |
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Piedmont | 3 | - |
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€344.00 |
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Revel in the delectable allure of Boggione Barolo Brunate 2019, a fine Italian wine that exemplifies the finesse and grace of the Nebbiolo grape. Produced in Piedmont's prestigious Langhe region, this veritably excellent wine is the brainchild of third-generation vigneron, Claudio Boggione. Delightfully aged for 30 months in oak casks, it has emerged as a symphony of intense flavours, exhibiting the classical stylistic characteristics of the Brunate vineyard. Each sip of the Boggione Barolo Brunate 2019 unfurls a complex bouquet of ripe red fruit, violet, and liquorice complemented by a minerally finish. The structure is robust, while the tannins lend balance and longevity. This wine, produced in limited quantities, upholds the traditional winemaking principles of Barolo, resulting in a sublime reflection of its terroir. An exquisite testament to the vineyard's innate magnificence, the Boggione Barolo Brunate 2019 stands tall as an iconic expression of this premier Italian wine region. |
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Piedmont | 25 | - |
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€114.00 |
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Grown with artisanal fidelity within the Piedmont region in Italy, Boniperti Vignaioli produces the exceptional Boniperti Vignaioli, Barton, Fara. The 2017 vintage stands out producing a velvety Nebbiolo blend that tantalises the palate. Hand harvested from vines aged over 50 years, the wine's grapes are meticulously selected presenting quality in every bottle. Boniperti Vignaioli, Barton, Fara 2017 blossoms in meticulous winemaking traditions using oak barrels for 24 months to develop full-bodied, yet sophisticated flavours. The result – an elegant wine offering subtle hints of rose, anise, and ripe cherry, revealing its varietal identity with grace and intensity. Traditionally paired with finely prepared game dishes, Boniperti Vignaioli, Barton, Fara 2017 offers robust authenticity that perfectly aligns with the culinary richness of its Italian roots. Sip your way into a world of sumptuous pleasure commanded by Boniperti Vignaioli. |
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Piedmont | 20 | - |
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€135.00 |
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Experience the allure of Italian viniculture with Boniperti Vignaioli, Barton, Fara 2018. This exceptional offering hails from the ancient Fara DOC zone, Northern Piedmont. Elegantly crafted by Boniperti Vignaioli, known for their love of tradition, this red blend is a symphony of Nebbiolo and Vespolina, aged in French oak savouring the elegance of Barton lineage. 2018 was a vintage year, bestowing a harmonious balance of acidity and tannins. The exquisite profile offers notes of red fruits, spices, and subtle oak, alongside the characteristic mineral undertone of the region's volcanic soils. The Boniperti’s uncompromising commitment to natural and sustainable farming ensures each bottle is an authentic expression of their terroir. Experience the finesse and sophistication of the Boniperti Vignaioli, Barton, Fara 2018, a true testament to the matchless quality of Piedmont wines. |
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Piedmont | 5 | 89 (VN) |
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€538.00 |
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Vinous (89)Boroli's 2004 Barolo is a pretty, fragrant wine. It offers nice up-front intensity in its fruit, but then tails off a bit on the mid-palate. With air, notes of leather, spices and toasted oak develop, adding further complexity. A few years of bottle age should help this fruit-driven Barolo integrate its oak. This is a successful effort at this level. |
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Piedmont | 4 | - |
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€389.00 |
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Experience the ultimate Italian sophistication with Brezza Barolo 2018, a brilliant homage crafted by the renowned Brezza estate. Nestled in the heart of the Barolo zone in Piedmont, Italy, meticulously cultivates the vineyards laden with the noble Nebbiolo grape. This rich vintage wine is created adhering to stringent traditional winemaking methods, ensuring its consistent brilliance. Vibrant garnet in colour, Brezza Barolo 2018 boasts an exceptional bouquet of mature fruits and delicate spice, underscored by a touch of oak. On the palate, it reveals a powerful depth of flavour, intoxicating full body, with an undertone of silky, robust tannins, leading onto a lingering finish. Maturing in Slavonian oak barrels for 36 months, it has attained an elaborate structure that sings of its prestigious Italian heritage. This exquisite wine is a testament to the Brezza estate's dedication to astronomical quality and authenticity, making 'Brezza Barolo 2018' a treasure for every serious wine aficionado. |
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Piedmont | 4 | 92 (VN) |
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€423.00 |
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Vinous (92)The 2019 Barolo is a gorgeous entry-level offering from Brezza. In fact, it's one of the best editions of this wine I can remember tasting. Bright, translucent and full of character, the straight Barolo is all charm. Crushed red berry fruit, orange peel, sage, mint and sweet spice all lend notable complexity throughout. Vineyard sites are San Lorenzo, Fossati, Ravera (Novello) and Bricco San Pietro. Fruit is harvested and vinified separately, then the lots are blended before malolactic fermentation. |
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Piedmont | 4 | 92 (VN) |
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€563.00 |
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Vinous (92)The 2018 Barolo Cannubi is attractive, but also embryonic. Sweet tobacco, cedar, leather, dried herbs and crushed rose petal emerge, but only with some reluctance. Silky Cannubi tannins lend finesse, suggesting what is to come. Readers will have to be patient, as the 2018 is going to need a few years to be fully expressive. The 2018 is suave and very nicely balanced, especially for the year, but it is also the least expressive wine in the range today. |
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Piedmont | 1 | 95 (VN) |
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€341.00 |
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Vinous (95)The 2019 Barolo Cannubi is one of the best wines I have tasted from Brezza in a very long time. Sweet, perfumed and silky, the 2019 bristles with Cannubi character. Crushed red berry fruit, cedar, mint, rose petal and orange zest are some of the notes that grace this exquisite but potent Barolo. Give the tannins a few years to soften. |
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Piedmont | 3 | 91 (VN) |
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€389.00 |
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Vinous (91)The 2016 Barolo Castellero is a powerful, pleasantly rustic wine that is going to need at least a few years to come into its own. Burly tannins convey an impression of rusticity, but beyond that, there is good depth and plenty of fruit as well. Readers should plan on cellaring the 2016 for at least a few years. Scorched earth, tobacco, menthol, macerated dark cherry, licorice, game and incense add to the wine's dark, wild and virile feel. |
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Piedmont | 1 | 94 (VN) |
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€412.00 |
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Vinous (94)The 2019 Barolo Castellero is a deep, beguiling wine. Deeply pitched spice, menthol, licorice and dried herbs meld into a core of dark-toned fruit. Virile and imposing, with notable inner sweetness, the Castellero is stunning. There's a bit of new oak influence, but it is not dominant. This is another superb Barolo from Brezza. |
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Piedmont | 4 | 93 (VN) |
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€488.00 |
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Vinous (93)The 2018 Barolo Sarmassa benefits from the addition of the fruit that would have gone into the Riserva. A Barolo of breadth and power, the Sarmassa possesses terrific depth and plenty of substance. Dark plum, gravel, cured meat, smoke, licorice and incense add to a feeling of somber gravitas. I won't be surprised if the 2018 turns out to be even better than this note suggests. Hints of dried herb, menthol, licorice, tobacco and incense linger on a finish graced with notable aromatic complexity. |
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Piedmont | 3 | 97 (DC) |
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€494.00 |
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Decanter (97)Brezza is dedicated to organic viticulture, and works only with indigenous yeast, big oak vessels and long macerations in the cellar. His 2019 Sarmassa is one of the most elegant Barolos of the vintage, if not the most. Bright ruby in the glass and vibrant on the nose, the tannins are impeccable. Plenty of Parma violet notes are to the fore, soaked with rhubarb root, liquorice stick and a whiff of yellow fruits. The attack is poised, soft and silky, with long, lifted acidity. There is a perfect extraction here – the tannins are very well judged and ripe. |
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Piedmont | 2 | - |
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€327.00 |
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Piedmont | 1 | 90 (VN) |
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€274.00 |
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Vinous (90)The 2019 Barbera d'Alba Ciabot del Fi emerges from a vineyard in Serralunga. Deep and fleshy in the glass, the 2019 is packed with dark fruit, leather, spice, dried herbs, menthol and licorice. The 2019 was aged in cask, which helps round some of the edges while preserving plenty of intensity. |
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Piedmont | 3 | 86 (VN) |
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€253.00 |
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Vinous (86)The 2015 Barbera d'Alba Sorì del Drago offers good depth and pliancy, but a slight green/herbal note is a bit distracting. |
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Piedmont | 2 | 90 (VN) |
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€247.00 |
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Vinous (90)Brovia's 2016 Barbera d'Alba Sorì del Drago is dark and brooding in the glass. Black cherry, smoke, crushed rocks, cloves, licorice and melted road tar confer density and virile power. Dark and massively concentrated, the 2016 will drink well for at least a handful of years. I would prefer to give the 2016 a bit more time in bottle to allow it to shed some of its considerable baby fat. |
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Piedmont | 1 | 88 (VN) |
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€274.00 |
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Vinous (88)The 2019 Barbera d'Alba Sorì del Drago is a powerful, brooding wine laced with dark black fruit, licorice, gravel, smoke and dried herbs. This heady, explosive Barbera packs a serious punch. Vineyard sites are Brea, Gianetto and Garblèt Sue'. |
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Piedmont | 1 | 94 (WE) |
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€427.00 |
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Wine Enthusiast (94)Given the poise and complexity, it's hard to believe this is the firm's entry-level Barolo. It opens with alluring aromas of wild berry, forest floor, new leather, menthol and purple flower while the full-bodied palate delivers crushed raspberry, morello cherry, mint and star anise. Firm refined tannins and bright acidity give it a structured finesse as well as balance. |
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€402.00 |
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Piedmont | 26 | 94 (JS) |
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€427.00 |
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James Suckling (94)Walnuts, berries, tar and hints of smoke on the nose. It’s full-bodied with chewy tannins and a dusty finish. Chewy at the end. Drink after 2023. |
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Piedmont | 1 | 89 (VN) |
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€185.00 |
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Vinous (89)The 2017 Barolo is a terrific choice for drinking now and over the next decade or so. In 2017, Brovia's straight Barolo is quite floral and lifted in feel. Crushed flowers, mint, spice, blood orange and sweet berry fruit are laced throughout. As a reminder, the Brovia Barolo is a blend of all four sites the family bottles as vineyard designates, with an emphasis on the Brea cru. This mid-weight Barolo is all charm. |
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Piedmont | 1 | 88 (VN) |
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€241.00 |
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Vinous (88)Brovia's 2018 Barolo is a very good wine for the vintage and within its peer group. It naturally shows the modest structure of the year, but all the elements are nicely balanced. Sweet dried cherry, mint, cedar, tobacco and crushed leaves open nicely. I would prefer to drink the 2018 over the next handful of years. As always, the straight Barolo is a blend of 70% Brea and 30% a mix of the other sites in the range. It is very nicely done. |
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Piedmont | 2 | 95 (WA) |
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€481.00 |
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Wine Advocate (95)On a shortlist of "annata" wines to buy from Piedmont this year is the Brovia 2019 Barolo. Made from a blend of fruit from Castiglione Falletto and Serralunga d'Alba, this wine delivers a very sharp and chiseled performance that puts a priority on directness, freshness and length. This pretty wine has a pronounced fruity side and a mineral side, and these two parts converge beautifully. There are hints of dried mint and licorice on the close of this must-have wine. 25,000 bottles were produced. |
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€1,185.00 |
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Vinous (97)Smoke, tar, earthiness and licorice add gorgeous dimensions of complexity in the 2010 Barolo Brea Vigna Ca’ Mia. Here, too, the flavors are remarkably bright and focused. The dark, brooding notes of Serralunga are very much present, but the 2010 impresses for its pure balance, harmony and class. Dried rose petals, spices, licorice and game add complexity on a huge finish supported by big, incisive tannins. This is another utterly vivid, dazzling Barolo from Brovia. Here, too, readers will note a slight name change. |
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Piedmont | 2 | 94+ (VN) |
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€706.00 |
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Vinous (94+)The 2015 Barolo Brea Vigna Ca' Mia captures all the best the vintage has to offer. Black cherry, plum, espresso, sage, menthol, licorice and leather are all kicked up a few notches in a decidedly dark, strapping Barolo that screams with Serralunga character. Exotic, dark and totally alluring, the 2015 has a very bright future, but readers should be prepared to be patient, as the tannins clearly need time to soften. |
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Piedmont | 1 | 98 (WE) |
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€538.00 |
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Wine Enthusiast (98)Mesmerizing aromas of violet, rose, perfumed berry and dried aromatic herb mingle together with a whiff of forest floor in this compelling wine. Full-bodied, elegant and delicious, the structured palate delivers ripe Morello cherry, cranberry, licorice and tobacco framed in youthfully assertive but refined tannins. It closes on a tangy mineral note. Drink 2027–2037. |
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Piedmont | 2 | 98 (WE) |
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€697.00 |
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Wine Enthusiast (98)Fragrant and loaded with finesse, this beauty opens with heady scents of woodland berry, new leather, violet, spice and the barest whiff of truffle. The full-bodied, delicious palate features juicy Marasca cherry, crushed raspberry and baking spice before a long licorice close. Bright acidity and taut but ultrarefined tannins provide seamless support. Drink 2026–2038 |
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