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.
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Vinous (88)
Altare's 2014 Barolo is a soft, supple wine with the midweight structure of the year very much on display. Fruity, forward and open, it will drink well with minimal cellaring. The Altare Barolo has a track record of aging well. Even so, the 2014 is decidedly light, even within the context of the year.Inc. TAX€474.78 -
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Jeb Dunnuck (97)
The 2017 Barolo Arborina is introspective on opening, before beginning to unfurl and release a bouquet of cassis, espresso, brushed leather, and violets. The palate is full without weight and is inviting with ripe black cherry, cocoa powder, and cedar. The tannins are fine and polished, with an undeniable luxurious quality and refinement. Hold 3-5 years and drink 2025-2050.Inc. TAX€684.94 -
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Vinous (97)
It may seem hard to believe, but the 2004 Langhe Arborina takes things to another level. Here it is the interplay of exuberance and vibrancy that is totally captivating. The 2004 is intense, structured and destined to provide exceptional drinking for another decade plus. Scents of cherry, mint, spice and licorice add the final shades of nuance. The 2004 has really blossomed over the last few years.Inc. TAX€452.14 -
Vinous (95)
The 2012 La Villa, a blend of 60% Larigi Barbera and 40% Arborina Nebbiolo, is superb. Wonderfully alive and nuanced, the 2012 races across the palate with beautifully layered fruit and fabulous overall balance. Dark red cherry, plum, spice and new leather notes meld together in the glass. As is typically the case, the Barbera gives richness and mid-palate, while the Nebbiolo is mostly felt in the wine's aromatics and structure.Inc. TAX€420.94 -
(6x75cl) 2021Inc. TAX€510.94 -
Vinous (97)
Altare's 2010 Langhe Larigi (Barbera) stands out for its exceptional textural finesse and elegance. Small red berries, flowers and mint are all woven together beautifully in the glass. The 2010 was aged in 100% new barrels, but there is absolutely not a hint of oak, and the fruit is incredibly pure and vivid. The 2010 isn't one of the biggest Larigis to emerge from this cellar, but it is certainly one of the most polished. Altare elevates Barbera to an entirely new level with a fabulous Larigi that bears more than a passing resemblance to the Burgundies that are so adored at this small, family-run domaine.Inc. TAX€109.15 -
Inc. TAX€478.54 -
Wine Advocate (93)
The Barbera grape can often act like Nebbiolo showing its best results in the later vintages that end on a cool note. Those conditions are what define the beautiful 2016 Barbera d'Alba Vigna Martina. The wine sees 20 days of maceration with submerged cap, and the bouquet is flowing, polished and impactful as a result. Blackberry, summer cherry and plum rise from the glass. Some 18 months of oak aging adds delicate touches of spice, leather and cedar.Inc. TAX€274.54 -
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Jeb Dunnuck (91)
Bottled the first week of August 2024, the 2022 Barbera D'Alba Vigna Martina was raised in French oak and pours a deep red color. A luxuriously styled wine, it’s going to benefit from more time in bottle to integrate its oak spice. The nose is spicy and ripe with notes of toasted cedar, black cherries, baking spices, and vanilla bean. Full-bodied, it is ripe but retains snappy acidity, ripe tannins, and a deep spiciness on the finish. This is a more serious Barbera to drink over the next 8-10 years and would do well with lovers of Bordeaux varietals looking to branch out.Inc. TAX€129.52 -
Wine Advocate (92+)
This is a new wine that was only made in this vintage to address low yields and difficult growing conditions. In truth, it was also produced in 2002 for the same reasons. The 2014 Barolo is a blend of Nebbiolo grapes from the Grasso family's best vineyard sites: Casa Maté and Gavarini Chiniera. In a very happy and nostalgic way, this wine brings us back in time to when Barolo was more streamlined and linear in style. The limestone-rich soils of Gavarini Chiniera give the wine its aromatic profile with delicate tones of wild berry and blue flower. The Casa Maté site provides the robust texture and structure you taste here. This wine was designed to be offered at a lower price point (that's great news for us!). It offers an accessible personality that makes it easy to enjoy at your favorite Italian restaurant. I put the plus sign next to my score to underline the value you get here.Inc. TAX€391.43 -
Vinous (93)
The 2003 Barolo Gavarini Vigna Chiniera is impeccable. The breadth and richness of the year are both very much present. This is one of the more opulent, full-bodied Gavarinis I can remember tasting at Grasso. This vintage will give readers who may be new to the Grasso Barolos some idea of how these wines age, which is spectacularly. Orange peel, white truffle, cinnamon, mint and red berries all flesh out as this dramatic, full-bodied Barolo shows off its class and pedigree. The 2003 is simply gorgeous today. The tannins are remarkably polished, especially within the context of the year. Slight hints of development are present on the bouquet, but the 2003 is far from being mature. It should drink well for another 10-15 years, which is longer than the overwhelming majority of other wines in this vintage. Gianluca Grasso adds that the altitude of the vineyard was key in preserving freshness.Inc. TAX€662.14
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Vinous (88)
Altare's 2014 Barolo is a soft, supple wine with the midweight structure of the year very much on display. Fruity, forward and open, it will drink well with minimal cellaring. The Altare Barolo has a track record of aging well. Even so, the 2014 is decidedly light, even within the context of the year.In Bond€377.00 -
In Bond€311.00
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Jeb Dunnuck (97)
The 2017 Barolo Arborina is introspective on opening, before beginning to unfurl and release a bouquet of cassis, espresso, brushed leather, and violets. The palate is full without weight and is inviting with ripe black cherry, cocoa powder, and cedar. The tannins are fine and polished, with an undeniable luxurious quality and refinement. Hold 3-5 years and drink 2025-2050.In Bond€547.00 -
In Bond€222.00
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Vinous (97)
It may seem hard to believe, but the 2004 Langhe Arborina takes things to another level. Here it is the interplay of exuberance and vibrancy that is totally captivating. The 2004 is intense, structured and destined to provide exceptional drinking for another decade plus. Scents of cherry, mint, spice and licorice add the final shades of nuance. The 2004 has really blossomed over the last few years.In Bond€353.00 -
Vinous (95)
The 2012 La Villa, a blend of 60% Larigi Barbera and 40% Arborina Nebbiolo, is superb. Wonderfully alive and nuanced, the 2012 races across the palate with beautifully layered fruit and fabulous overall balance. Dark red cherry, plum, spice and new leather notes meld together in the glass. As is typically the case, the Barbera gives richness and mid-palate, while the Nebbiolo is mostly felt in the wine's aromatics and structure.In Bond€327.00 -
(6x75cl) 2021In Bond€402.00
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Vinous (97)
Altare's 2010 Langhe Larigi (Barbera) stands out for its exceptional textural finesse and elegance. Small red berries, flowers and mint are all woven together beautifully in the glass. The 2010 was aged in 100% new barrels, but there is absolutely not a hint of oak, and the fruit is incredibly pure and vivid. The 2010 isn't one of the biggest Larigis to emerge from this cellar, but it is certainly one of the most polished. Altare elevates Barbera to an entirely new level with a fabulous Larigi that bears more than a passing resemblance to the Burgundies that are so adored at this small, family-run domaine.In Bond€87.00 -
In Bond€375.00
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Wine Advocate (93)
The Barbera grape can often act like Nebbiolo showing its best results in the later vintages that end on a cool note. Those conditions are what define the beautiful 2016 Barbera d'Alba Vigna Martina. The wine sees 20 days of maceration with submerged cap, and the bouquet is flowing, polished and impactful as a result. Blackberry, summer cherry and plum rise from the glass. Some 18 months of oak aging adds delicate touches of spice, leather and cedar.In Bond€205.00 -
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In Bond€161.00
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Jeb Dunnuck (91)
Bottled the first week of August 2024, the 2022 Barbera D'Alba Vigna Martina was raised in French oak and pours a deep red color. A luxuriously styled wine, it’s going to benefit from more time in bottle to integrate its oak spice. The nose is spicy and ripe with notes of toasted cedar, black cherries, baking spices, and vanilla bean. Full-bodied, it is ripe but retains snappy acidity, ripe tannins, and a deep spiciness on the finish. This is a more serious Barbera to drink over the next 8-10 years and would do well with lovers of Bordeaux varietals looking to branch out.In Bond€100.00 -
Wine Advocate (92+)
This is a new wine that was only made in this vintage to address low yields and difficult growing conditions. In truth, it was also produced in 2002 for the same reasons. The 2014 Barolo is a blend of Nebbiolo grapes from the Grasso family's best vineyard sites: Casa Maté and Gavarini Chiniera. In a very happy and nostalgic way, this wine brings us back in time to when Barolo was more streamlined and linear in style. The limestone-rich soils of Gavarini Chiniera give the wine its aromatic profile with delicate tones of wild berry and blue flower. The Casa Maté site provides the robust texture and structure you taste here. This wine was designed to be offered at a lower price point (that's great news for us!). It offers an accessible personality that makes it easy to enjoy at your favorite Italian restaurant. I put the plus sign next to my score to underline the value you get here.In Bond€304.00 -
Vinous (93)
The 2003 Barolo Gavarini Vigna Chiniera is impeccable. The breadth and richness of the year are both very much present. This is one of the more opulent, full-bodied Gavarinis I can remember tasting at Grasso. This vintage will give readers who may be new to the Grasso Barolos some idea of how these wines age, which is spectacularly. Orange peel, white truffle, cinnamon, mint and red berries all flesh out as this dramatic, full-bodied Barolo shows off its class and pedigree. The 2003 is simply gorgeous today. The tannins are remarkably polished, especially within the context of the year. Slight hints of development are present on the bouquet, but the 2003 is far from being mature. It should drink well for another 10-15 years, which is longer than the overwhelming majority of other wines in this vintage. Gianluca Grasso adds that the altitude of the vineyard was key in preserving freshness.In Bond€528.00
