Brovia
About Azienda Agricola Brovia
Few producers in Piedmont have experienced such a meteoric rise in prestige in recent years as Brovia, described by Monica Larner (Wine Advocate) as “one of the brightest stars of Castiglione Falletto”. That is lavish praise indeed given this region is home to both Paolo Scavino and Roagna, but Brovia wears it well, making wine the old fashioned way whilst crafting Barolos that are effortlessly balanced, ethereal and long-lived.
A family firm run by Elena Brovia, in tandem with her Catalan husband Alex Sanchez, the wines are fermented naturally in concrete tanks before ageing takes place in large, old oak vessels resulting in old-school Barolo as it is meant to be.
Their wines are muscular, intense and long-lived, but unlike the hard-edged Barolo of days gone by, they are ineffably elegant and charming. Quite simply, these are absolute must-haves for lovers of the long-cherished classic style of wines from the likes of Rinaldi, Bartolo Mascarello, Roagna and Canonica – when only “proper” Barolo will do, look no further than Brovia.
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Piedmont | 1 | 97 (WE) |
Inc. TAX
€694.45 |
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Wine Enthusiast (97)Elegantly structured and delicious, this fragrant red has enticing scents of ripe forest berries, iris, truffle and balsamic whiffs of camphor. Combining body and finesse, the savory, focused palate delivers juicy Marasca cherry, crushed raspberry and baking spice before an almost salty finish. Tightly knit, fine-grained tannins provide support while fresh acidity keeps it well-balanced. Drink 2024–2032. |
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Piedmont | 1 | 97 (WE) |
Inc. TAX
€869.65 |
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Wine Enthusiast (97)Aromas of forest berry, new leather, dark spice and camphor come to the forefront on this gorgeous red. Full-bodied and delicious, the elegantly structured palate doles out crushed raspberry, licorice, orange zest and mint while bright acidity lends youthful, nervous tension. Taut, refined tannins provide structure and impeccable balance. |
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Piedmont | 1 | 93 (VN) |
Inc. TAX
€1,750.76 |
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Vinous (93)The 2019 Barolo Villero is another imposing wine in this range. It shows all the deep spice and savory notes typical of this site, along with plenty of muscle. The 2019 is an ample, virile Barolo with quite a bit of depth that only emerges with several hours of air. Patience is key. |
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Piedmont | 4 | 93 (VN) |
Inc. TAX
€995.27 |
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Vinous (93)The 2019 Barolo Villero is another imposing wine in this range. It shows all the deep spice and savory notes typical of this site, along with plenty of muscle. The 2019 is an ample, virile Barolo with quite a bit of depth that only emerges with several hours of air. Patience is key. |
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Piedmont | 8 | - |
Inc. TAX
€250.15 |
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Piedmont | 12 | - |
Inc. TAX
€244.15 |
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Piedmont | 5 | - |
Inc. TAX
€221.35 |
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Piedmont | 5 | - |
Inc. TAX
€228.55 |
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Piedmont | 3 | - |
Inc. TAX
€282.85 |
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Piedmont | 6 | - |
Inc. TAX
€370.45 |
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Piedmont | 3 | - |
Inc. TAX
€370.45 |
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Piedmont | 2 | - |
Inc. TAX
€282.85 |
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Formerly known as Valmaggione, this is a superb Nebbiolo d'Alba and, much like the Barolo, punches well above its weight in terms of expectations given its appellation. With the benefit of Brovia's excellent vineyard management and attention to detail, their Nebbiolo d'Alba has a delicately balanced floral and tart cherry aromatic profile as well as some lively acidity and dusty tannins which will allow it to age as long as many a great Barolo.
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Piedmont | 6 | - |
Inc. TAX
€294.85 |
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Piedmont | 1 | - |
Inc. TAX
€266.95 |
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Piedmont | 11 | - |
Inc. TAX
€250.15 |
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Piedmont | 12 | - |
Inc. TAX
€260.95 |
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Piedmont | 4 | 93+ (WA) |
Inc. TAX
€722.05 |
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Wine Advocate (93+)Here's an interesting expression from Alex Sanchez and Elena and Cristina Brovia in Castiglione Falletto. The 2014 Barolo Unìo opens to a dark color tonality and an immediately velvety texture. The bouquet is brimming with dark fruit aromas spanning from Morello cherry to bitter currant. Spice, tar, cola and balsam herb fill in the background evenly and with harmony. This is a well-balanced wine from the 2014 vintage that shows impressive integrity across all the senses. Some 24,000 bottles were produced. |
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Piedmont | 78 | 93+ (WA) |
Inc. TAX
€540.85 |
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Wine Advocate (93+)Here's an interesting expression from Alex Sanchez and Elena and Cristina Brovia in Castiglione Falletto. The 2014 Barolo Unìo opens to a dark color tonality and an immediately velvety texture. The bouquet is brimming with dark fruit aromas spanning from Morello cherry to bitter currant. Spice, tar, cola and balsam herb fill in the background evenly and with harmony. This is a well-balanced wine from the 2014 vintage that shows impressive integrity across all the senses. Some 24,000 bottles were produced. |
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Piedmont | 1 | 97 (WE) |
In Bond
€560.00 |
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Wine Enthusiast (97)Elegantly structured and delicious, this fragrant red has enticing scents of ripe forest berries, iris, truffle and balsamic whiffs of camphor. Combining body and finesse, the savory, focused palate delivers juicy Marasca cherry, crushed raspberry and baking spice before an almost salty finish. Tightly knit, fine-grained tannins provide support while fresh acidity keeps it well-balanced. Drink 2024–2032. |
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Piedmont | 1 | 97 (WE) |
In Bond
€706.00 |
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Wine Enthusiast (97)Aromas of forest berry, new leather, dark spice and camphor come to the forefront on this gorgeous red. Full-bodied and delicious, the elegantly structured palate doles out crushed raspberry, licorice, orange zest and mint while bright acidity lends youthful, nervous tension. Taut, refined tannins provide structure and impeccable balance. |
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Piedmont | 1 | 93 (VN) |
In Bond
€1,415.00 |
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Vinous (93)The 2019 Barolo Villero is another imposing wine in this range. It shows all the deep spice and savory notes typical of this site, along with plenty of muscle. The 2019 is an ample, virile Barolo with quite a bit of depth that only emerges with several hours of air. Patience is key. |
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Piedmont | 4 | 93 (VN) |
In Bond
€807.00 |
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Vinous (93)The 2019 Barolo Villero is another imposing wine in this range. It shows all the deep spice and savory notes typical of this site, along with plenty of muscle. The 2019 is an ample, virile Barolo with quite a bit of depth that only emerges with several hours of air. Patience is key. |
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Piedmont | 8 | - |
In Bond
€186.00 |
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Piedmont | 12 | - |
In Bond
€181.00 |
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Piedmont | 5 | - |
In Bond
€162.00 |
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Piedmont | 5 | - |
In Bond
€168.00 |
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Piedmont | 3 | - |
In Bond
€217.00 |
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Piedmont | 6 | - |
In Bond
€290.00 |
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Piedmont | 3 | - |
In Bond
€290.00 |
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Piedmont | 2 | - |
In Bond
€217.00 |
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Formerly known as Valmaggione, this is a superb Nebbiolo d'Alba and, much like the Barolo, punches well above its weight in terms of expectations given its appellation. With the benefit of Brovia's excellent vineyard management and attention to detail, their Nebbiolo d'Alba has a delicately balanced floral and tart cherry aromatic profile as well as some lively acidity and dusty tannins which will allow it to age as long as many a great Barolo.
More Info
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Piedmont | 6 | - |
In Bond
€227.00 |
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Piedmont | 1 | - |
In Bond
€200.00 |
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Piedmont | 11 | - |
In Bond
€186.00 |
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Piedmont | 12 | - |
In Bond
€195.00 |
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Piedmont | 4 | 93+ (WA) |
In Bond
€583.00 |
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Wine Advocate (93+)Here's an interesting expression from Alex Sanchez and Elena and Cristina Brovia in Castiglione Falletto. The 2014 Barolo Unìo opens to a dark color tonality and an immediately velvety texture. The bouquet is brimming with dark fruit aromas spanning from Morello cherry to bitter currant. Spice, tar, cola and balsam herb fill in the background evenly and with harmony. This is a well-balanced wine from the 2014 vintage that shows impressive integrity across all the senses. Some 24,000 bottles were produced. |
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Piedmont | 78 | 93+ (WA) |
In Bond
€432.00 |
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Wine Advocate (93+)Here's an interesting expression from Alex Sanchez and Elena and Cristina Brovia in Castiglione Falletto. The 2014 Barolo Unìo opens to a dark color tonality and an immediately velvety texture. The bouquet is brimming with dark fruit aromas spanning from Morello cherry to bitter currant. Spice, tar, cola and balsam herb fill in the background evenly and with harmony. This is a well-balanced wine from the 2014 vintage that shows impressive integrity across all the senses. Some 24,000 bottles were produced. |