Barolo
Known as the king of wines, it is potent, complex and long-lived wine made from the Nebbiolo grape. The appellation is spread over 2,134 ha in total and consists of several villages and communes. divided into a multitude of individual vineyard sites and crus similar to Burgundy, with many producers owning small plots of the individual crus.
The main winemaking approach is a long maceration of Nebbiolo grapes - between 30 to 60 days -followed by a long maturation period in large old casks for a minimum of 38 months. And many producers often choose to age their wines even longer than this because of the intense fruit and powerful tannins of their grapes.
The combination of microclimate, altitude, soil, exposition and each winemaker’s individual touch is what makes every Barolo different. And in the main communes such as Serralunga, Castiglione Falletto, and La Morra, their Barolos are renowned for certain characteristics unique to each of them, due to their differing soils and exposition.
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Vinous - Antonio Galloni (99)
We served the just-released 2015 as a last-minute surprise. It was the perfect conclusion to this dinner, as it really brought all the themes of the evening back to the present. Young and quite vibrant, the 2015 has a long life ahead of it. Like so many of today’s best Barolos, it can be enjoyed far younger than was once the norm.$2,985.00 -
Jeb Dunnuck (100)
I’ve tasted the 2019 Barolo Monfortino three times before bottling at the estate, and it’s one of those vintages where no Francia was made, so all the fruit went into the Monfortino. This is a highly structured expression of the cuvée, yet it shows remarkable finesse and nimbleness in the glass. Aromas of leather, smoky earth, cherries, and floral cologne emerge with clarity and depth. The palate is tightly woven and precise, with firm yet balanced tannins, vibrant acidity, and a long, resonant finish. It’s already showing beautifully, and this is truly as good as it gets. The nobility of its structure is profound and promises decades of evolution. Speaking with Roberto Conterno during this tasting, he likened the wine to the 2013, but noted that it carries more elegance even now, something he attributes to the inclusion of Arrione in the final blend.$2,720.00 -
Vinous - Antonio Galloni (99)
The 2013 Barolo Riserva Monfortino picks up where the 1999 and 1996 leave off. Tannic and imposing, the 2013 is an austere young Monfortino for the cellar. Soaring aromatics and vibrant, palate-staining fruit are some of the signatures. Readers should expect a bold, large-framed Monfortino.$2,690.00 -
(6x75cl) 2010Vinous (90+)
Good dark red. Distinctly darker on the nose than the Villero, offering scents of medicinal black fruits and licorice. Juicy, tightly wound and youthfully imploded, showing limited fruit and personality today. Much more tannic, too: does this have the mid-palate fruit to evolve gracefully? This may be in an awkward post-bottling stage today.$458.00 -
Vinous (95)
The 2016 Barolo Bussia is a wine of tremendous character and complexity. Menthol, lavender, black cherry, graphite, cloves and leather all open up in the glass. Virile and layered, with tons of depth, the 2016 Bussia has so much to offer. A few years in the cellar will help the tannins soften, but the 2016 is already quite expressive. It is also one of the very finest wines I have ever tasted from Fenocchio.$241.00 -
(1x300cl) 2017Vinous (94)
The 2017 Barolo Bussia is elegant, layered and mysterious, all of which make it incredibly appealing. Black cherry, spice, licorice, menthol, pine and espresso all open effortlessly in the glass. Deceptively light in its mid-weight structure, the 2017 delivers tons of flavor intensity and character. There is so much to like.$353.00 -
(6x75cl) 2021Jeb Dunnuck (94)
Moving to the 2021 Barolo Bussia, it pours a bright transparent red color and offers a pure aromatic profile with notes of cherry candies, preserved orange, amaro-like sweet herbs, and dried earth. The palate is also vibrant and transparent, with a bit more savory iron-richness lurking gently underneath on the finish, framing the otherwise more transparent ripe berried fruit that coaxes through the palate. It has ripe tannins and a bit more richness of texture on the finish that I anticipate will improve over the coming 10-15 years. Drink 2026-2038.$399.00 -
James Suckling (97)
Wow. This is so perfumed and beautiful with scents of berry, walnut, dried herb and cherry. So subtle. Full body, super integrated tannins and a long finish. Gorgeous. Best Cannubi this year? Drink or hold.$179.00 -
(1x300cl) 2017Vinous (91)
The 2017 Barolo Cannubi is a very pretty, ethereal Barolo. Crushed flowers, sweet dried red berries, mint, chalk and white pepper are all nicely lifted. This is a decidedly light style, even for Cannubi.$353.00 -
(6x75cl) 2021Jeb Dunnuck (95)
The 2021 Barolo Cannubi pours a reflective ruby red hue and leads with a lovely floral and fruity perfume with an elegantly layered feel, revealing notes of fresh leather, raspberry liqueur, wild strawberries, fresh violets, and candied licorice. It moves seamlessly to the palate, with a juicy and approachable feel upfront before its more compact structure and energy reveal themselves through the mid-palate and finish. It has refreshing acidity, well-defined, ripe tannins, and a nice element of nervous energy through the finish, suggesting its ability to age and improve over the next 12-15 years. It’s a joyful and fantastic wine from Cannubi in this vintage.$605.00 -
(1x300cl) 2017Vinous (94)
The 2017 Barolo Castellero offers so many of the attributes that make the Fenocchio Barolos so appealing. Bold and savory, with terrific balance, the Castelletto expresses all of the energy that make wines from this Monforte site so intriguing. Sweet red cherry, white pepper, orange peel and sage are some of the many aromas and flavors that emerge over time.$313.00 -
(6x75cl) 2021Jeb Dunnuck (93)
Pouring a bright red color, the 2021 Barolo Castellero is fresh and lifted on the nose with pure notes of sweet cedar, raspberries, crushed flowers, and fresh tobacco. The palate is refreshing and approachable while also retaining a well-defined structure, with a medium-bodied frame. It has pure, ripe fruit notes, with well-defined tannins, even acidity, and an appealing spiced note on the finish. It will benefit from another 6-12 months to come together. Drink it over the next 12-15 years.$385.00 -
$982.00 -
(6x75cl) 2010Vinous (92-94)
(includes 20% rose; these are Fenocchio's oldest vines but his Villero bottling is not typically an outsized wine): Good full medium red. Aromas of candied raspberry, violet and flinty minerality. Juicy and tightly wound but with insidious sweetness to its youthful red fruit flavors. Wonderfully fine-grained, perfumed wine with firm but harmonious tannic spine and excellent energy.$447.00 -
James Suckling (95)
Aromas of flowers and cedar with plums and beeswax. Full-bodied, chewy and very structured. Very linear and tight. Needs three or four years to come together. Try in 2023.$401.00 -
(6x150cl) 2016Vinous (94)
The 2016 Barolo Villero is a powerful, clenched wine. Then again, that's Villero. Readers will have to be patient, that much is clear. White pepper, chalk, dried flowers, dried red cherry and mint open up over time, but the 2016 is sinewy and nervous in feel, with just enough fruit to keep things in balance. Hints of sage, tobacco, leather and menthol add the closing touches of complexity.$1,160.00 -
(1x300cl) 2017Vinous (93)
The 2017 Barolo Villero is another terrific wine in this range from Fenocchio. Dark and layered in the glass, with veins of the firm tannin that often defines Villero, the 2017 is wonderfully expressive. Sweet red cherry, iron, dried herbs and earthy tones all open in the glass. Readers will find a tightly wound, savory Barolo of real character. Give it a few years to unwind.$371.00 -
(6x75cl) 2021James Suckling (97)
Dark aromas of graphite, potpourri, smoke, bergamot and dried cherries. Firm tannins on the palate, with a full body, a dusty texture, refreshing acidity and a powerful finish. Extracted, meaty, concentrated and balanced for the long haul, with an amazing minty aftertaste. Try from 2027.$473.00 -
(12x75cl) 2010Vinous (93)
Ferruccio Grimaldi's 2010 Barolo is an excellent introduction to the vintage. Dark red cherry, plum, cinnamon and new leather notes emerge from the glass in a distinctive, medium-bodied Barolo. The 2010 stands out for its energy, balance and poise. Freshly cut flowers and tobacco linger on the finish. The 2010 is showing beautifully at this stage, especially if given a little aeration. Dried flowers and spices linger on the lifted finish. I very much like the sense of energy and intensity here. Grimaldi's Barolo is made from plots in Ravera and Terlo, and aged in a combination of cask and smaller French oak barrels.$365.00 -
Vinous (90)
Orange peel, cinnamon, tobacco, licorice and dried cherries lift from the glass in Grimaldi's 2011 Barolo. Exotic, nuanced and wonderfully expressive today, the 2011 is an excellent choice for drinking over the near term, as the flavors already show nice signs of development. The 2011 is strong for an entry-level Barolo. The 2011 was aged in both cask and smaller French oak barrels.$98.00 -
The Giacomo Grimaldi Barolo Coste 1997 epitomises the finesse and character inherent to the Langhe region. Crafted from 100% Nebbiolo grapes harvested meticulously from the Coste vineyards, this vintage showcases decades of expertise. Fermented in traditional wooden vats, followed by an extensive ageing process in a combination of local Barolo oak barrels, the 1997 expression reveals complex aromas of ripe cherries, truffles, and subtle notes of cedar. Giacomo Grimaldi, a family-owned estate with a storied heritage, has maintained sustainable viticulture practices, ensuring the terroir's purity is reflected in every bottle. On palate, it offers a harmonious balance of tannins and acidity, evolving gracefully with time. This exceptional vintage is a testament to Giacomo Grimaldi's dedication to producing outstanding Barolo, ideal for discerning collectors and connoisseurs alike.
$1,100.00 -
Indulge your senses with the Giacomo Grimaldi Barolo Coste 2000, an exquisite Italian wine rich in complexity and elegance. Crafted within the illustrious Barolo region in Piedmont, this exclusive vintage is meticulously produced from 100% Nebbiolo grapes, embodying the epitome of traditional winemaking. Giacomo Grimaldi, noted for his unwavering commitment to quality and authenticity, ensures this wine undergoes an extended maceration of 25 days, amplifying its tannic structure and distinctive character. Hints of smoke and incense are layered with delineated nuances of wildberries and forest floors, creating a fusion of tastes seamlessly captured in each bottle. Alluring and rare, the Giacomo Grimaldi Barolo Coste 2000 culminates in an impressively long and persistent finish, a treat for any discerning palate. This wine, aged 24 months in traditional barrel, promises more than just a taste but a journey exploring the depths of fine Italian viticulture.
$954.00 -
(12x75cl) 2010From the distinguished Piedmont region of Italy comes the esteemed Giacomo Grimaldi Barolo Coste 2010. Hailing from the venerated Grimaldi estate, known for its meticulous blend of traditional and innovative methods, this Barolo is a testament to winemaking craftsmanship. Strict hand-harvesting is followed by extensive fermentation in roto-fermenters, and then ageing in a carefully curated mix of French oak barrels, before spending another two years maturing in the bottle.
The result is a wine brimming with a harmonious blend of cherry, spice, and liquorice notes, laid over an exquisitely structured tannin body. Its deep ruby hue and lingering dry finish truly encapsulate everything one would expect from a premium Barolo.
A true drinker's delight, the Giacomo Grimaldi Barolo Coste 2010 seamlessly bridges tradition and modernity, mirroring the ethos of the revered Grimaldi estate.
$684.00 -
(6x75cl) 2019One of the finest expressions of its vintage, the Gianni Gagliardo Barolo 2019 hails from the famed Italian wine region of Piedmont. Produced by the esteemed Gianni Gagliardo - a family-run winery with a history spanning over three generations - this wine showcases their adept viticulture and wine-making techniques. Hand-harvested from mature vineyards, the Nebbiolo grapes are allowed to undergo traditional fermentation in stainless steel vats followed by three years of maturation in oak barrels. This process imbues the Barolo 2019 with richly nuanced fragrance notes of dried herbs, plush dark fruits, and elegant, earthy undertones. On tasting, its complex equilibrium of fine-grained tannins and admirable acid structure rounds off a lavish, persistent, and vibrant finish. This Gianni Gagliardo Barolo 2019 is a testament to the time-honoured traditions and savoir-faire of Italian winemaking, and an absolute treat for any discerning oenophile.
$299.00 -
The Gianni Gagliardo Barolo Castelletto 2018 is meticulously crafted from 100% Nebbiolo grapes, hailing from the illustrious vineyards of Castelletto in the heart of Monforte d’Alba, Italy. This Barolo showcases the deft winemaking prowess of the Gagliardo estate, boasting four decades of piemontese winemaking tradition.
This expressive wine tantalises with a complex nose of red fruits, smoke, and forest floor whilst delivering a delightful, seamlessly balanced palate. Aged for 24 months in large oak barrels and then transferred into the bottle, it revels in its rich, tannic structure without compromising on finesse.
As an exemplary choice for confident cellaring, the Gianni Gagliardo Barolo Castelletto 2018 displays the distinctive profundity of the Nebbiolo variety, coupled with the unique terroir of Barolo. This esteemed vintage encapsulates the symbol of Italian heritage and the essence of the Gagliardo family's passion for this inspiring craft.
$531.00 -
The Gianni Gagliardo Barolo Castelletto 2019 exemplifies the superior craft of Italian winemaking. Produced in the luscious vineyards of Barolo, home to the elite Nebbiolo grape, this Barolo is a testament to meticulous viniculture. Famed producer Gianni Gagliardo displays masterful attention to detail, subjecting the grapes to a prolonged maceration process which imparts classically full-bodied, robust character. Aged in French oak barrels, it develops a sophisticated earthy intensity, interwoven with an inviting underlay of red fruits and balsamic nuances.
The 2019 vintage receives accolades for its remarkable balance, demonstrating the Gagliardo family's commitment to the varietal's authenticity. The sophisticated palette and intoxicating aroma of the Gianni Gagliardo Barolo Castelletto 2019 reflect an unmatched winemaking heritage. Imbibe in this exquisite wine and relish the intricate dance between power and elegance, reminiscent of Barolo's verdant landscapes and Gianni Gagliardo's renowned expertise.
$569.00 -
(6x75cl) 2011The Gianni Gagliardo Barolo Preve 2011, originating from the prestigious region of Piedmont, Italy, is a genuine symphony of nuanced flavours. This illustrious red wine is crafted from 100% Nebbiolo grapes, handpicked from vineyards in the commune of Serralunga d'Alba. The product of traditional vinification, this vintage demonstrates the winemaking mastery of Gianni Gagliardo, with thirty months of maturation in oak to enhance its robust character.
On the nose, it's blessed with tantalisingly deep facets of dark berries and leather, while the palate reveals delicate layers of dried plum, cedar and spice. The Gianni Gagliardo Barolo Preve 2011 culminates in a lingering, balanced finish, testifying to its sublime ageing potential. This wine's elegance and longevity make it a prized choice among connoisseurs, another masterful wine from Gianni Gagliardo, a renowned vintner in the Italian wine scene since the early 70s. Truly, the Gianni Gagliardo Barolo Preve 2011 exudes a refined terroir expression that is simply unforgettable.
$776.00 -
(6x75cl) 2012The Gianni Gagliardo Barolo Preve 2012 originates from the venerated vineyards in Barolo, located in the Piedmont region of Italy. Renowned producer Gianni Gagliardo juxtaposes tradition with innovation to craft this exceptional vino. Artisanally fermented using indigenous yeasts, the wine ages 24 months in French oak barrels imparting an inviting complexity.
Ruby red in hue, Gianni Gagliardo Barolo Preve 2012 excites with a nose of ripe dark fruit, licorice, dried herbs and a hint of rose petals, a characteristic signature of Barolo wines. Balanced tannins and notable acidity gives way to a lingering finish, favourably paired with rich meat dishes and robust cheeses.
Your palate will be treated to a seamless blend of traditional elegance and contemporary brilliance, testifying to Gagliardo's reputation as one of the premier winegrowers in the region. Indulge in the exceptional Gianni Gagliardo Barolo Preve 2012, and embark on a delightful vinous journey of Italian finesse.
$767.00 -
(3x75cl) 2017Paying tribute to the traditional wine-making practices of Italy's Piedmont region, the Gianni Gagliardo Barolo Preve 2017 is an exquisite delight for wine enthusiasts. Brought to life in the expert hands of the Gagliardo family, renowned vintners who harbour a deep passion for the Nebbiolo grape, this Barolo epitomises sophisticated elegance.
Meticulously crafted from hand-picked Nebbiolo grapes, nurtured in the mineral-rich soils of La Morra, it graces the palate with a crescendo of lush, radiant flavours. Expect a flourishing bouquet of deep, dark fruits elegantly underscored by tasteful hints of rose petal and earth.
Adhering to Barolo's historic tradition, the Gianni Gagliardo Barolo Preve 2017 was aged for 24 months in traditional Slavonian oak casks, to draw out the wine's innate complexity and richness. This world-class wine achieves a remarkable balance between raw earthly intensity and silky smoothness, leaving an unforgettable lingering aftertaste of timeless excellence.
$383.00 -
(6x75cl) 2018Presenting a specimen of oenological finesse, the Gianni Gagliardo Barolo Preve 2018 is an exquisite Italian red wine from the acclaimed producer Gianni Gagliardo. Produced in the verdant hills of Langhe, Piedmont, this grand cru showcases the distinctive qualities of the Nebbiolo grape variety, exhibiting an elegant and structured body.
Vested with 18 months in French oak barrels and a further 18 months in the bottle, the Gianni Gagliardo Barolo Preve 2018 boasts an alluring red garnet hue, notes of wild berries, and undertones of tobacco and leather. Its rich tannins, harmonious acidity, and lasting finish perfectly mirror the winemaking savoir-faire of the Gagliardo family, known for their dedicated devotion to the vine since 1847.
Wrapping its essence with vivid verve, this wine's subtle oak influence and characteristic earthy touch delivers a spectacular mesmerising palate experience. A testament to Barolo's nobility, the Gianni Gagliardo Barolo Preve 2018 is indeed a treasure in every drop.
$663.00
Known as the king of wines, it is potent, complex and long-lived wine made from the Nebbiolo grape. The appellation is spread over 2,134 ha in total and consists of several villages and communes. divided into a multitude of individual vineyard sites and crus similar to Burgundy, with many producers owning small plots of the individual crus.
The main winemaking approach is a long maceration of Nebbiolo grapes - between 30 to 60 days -followed by a long maturation period in large old casks for a minimum of 38 months. And many producers often choose to age their wines even longer than this because of the intense fruit and powerful tannins of their grapes.
The combination of microclimate, altitude, soil, exposition and each winemaker’s individual touch is what makes every Barolo different. And in the main communes such as Serralunga, Castiglione Falletto, and La Morra, their Barolos are renowned for certain characteristics unique to each of them, due to their differing soils and exposition.
