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This \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Times;\"\u003ephenomenal 98pt selection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e produced from an indigenous grape blended with the famed Barbera will shake up your wine world. Winemaker Franco Morando’s expression of estate-grown Ruche grapes showcases the fruit’s \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Times;\"\u003etantalizing qualities in a thrilling, sumptuous package\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e of darted acidity and come-hither smoothness. Intense aromas of wild berries and jam segue to a medium-bodied waltz of  blackberry, and black pepper, leading to a velvety finish. \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Times;\"\u003eIf you are an Italian wine lover, or just an arm-chair traveling oenophile, this is a must-have wine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: .1pt 0in .1pt 0in;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: .1pt 0in .1pt 0in;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the wine\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: .1pt 0in .1pt 0in;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Times;\"\u003eRuche is an obscure little Piedmontese grape that’s esoteric enough to allow oenophiles in the know show off to their friends.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e Those looking to impress will find this relatively unknown varietal is packed with qualities that makes it seem like \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Times;\"\u003eit’s the love child of Syrah and Pinot\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e.  It's star is on the rise, however, and Montalbera’s winemaking impresario Franco Morando’s immense skill with the grape launches its profile into the stratosphere. His meticulous sourcing and cultivation of estate-grown Ruche draws every square millimeter of nuance from the black fruit. This translates into a \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Times;\"\u003esensually balanced expression of brazen acidity and silky smoothness\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e wholly deserving of the \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Times;\"\u003ehigh 98pt scores it’s been racking up across successive vintages\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e. Long, concentrated aromas of \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Times;\"\u003ejam and wild berries declare a powerful, exciting statement\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e as they waft from its intense ruby hue. A medium-bodied presence seductively unwraps to reveal a complex melange of blackberry, pepper, and sour cherry on the palate. Blended with Barbera, the journey concludes with a sinfully smooth finish marked by velvety tannins. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: .1pt 0in .1pt 0in;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: .1pt 0in .1pt 0in;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReviews\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: .1pt 0in .1pt 0in;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: .1pt 0in .1pt 0in;\"\u003eA blend of 70% Barbera d’Asti, 30% Ruchè di Castagnole Monferrato, Luca Maroni has rated this wine 98pts several vintages in a row in his annual book, \u003cem\u003eI Migliori Vini Italiani.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: .1pt 0in .1pt 0in;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0.1pt 0in; text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e***Free Shipping on 12 bottles of this wine***\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Montalbera Fuori Catalogo Ruche","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":8351569346663,"sku":"BHW-151559562","price":18.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0150\/0646\/products\/98LM_2016_Montalbera_Fuori_Catalogo_Ruche_Red_Blend.png?v=1606003326"},{"product_id":"99lm-2015-montalbera-laccento-ruche","title":"2015 Montalbera L'Accento Ruché Red Blend","description":"\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003c!-- accordion --\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0in; margin-bottom: .0001pt;\"\u003eFor generations, the Morando family has believed and invested in Piedmontese viticulture. For years, they have passionately dedicated themselves to the development of the native variety Ruchè. Because of their ongoing commitment, today Montalbera arises as one of the great wineries of Piedmont, and the largest producer of Ruchè.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0in; margin-bottom: .0001pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0in; margin-bottom: .0001pt;\"\u003eRigor and planning. Interpretation and terroir. These are the basics for Montalbera’s productive philosophy. They are ideals that put the fruit of the wine at the center of everything, and in doing so exalt the uniqueness of the vineyards. Each wine is interpreted in different ways to best develop the multifaceted personality of each variety.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0in; margin-bottom: .0001pt;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTasting note: Intense ruby red with slight purple reflections in youth, turning garnet after the first few years in the bottle. The nose on this wine is unlike almost any other; Think Lacrima di Morra. It is  intense, extended, slightly aromatic and fruity with aromas typical of wild berries, jam, violets and roses. The palate is warm, pleasant, and a rare silkiness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: .1pt 0in .1pt 0in;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: .1pt 0in .1pt 0in;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReviews\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: .1pt 0in .1pt 0in;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAmong all the exquisiteness and the fruity aromas that captivated my senses this year, this is by far the brightest in the nose. You can clearly distinguish in its rich bouquet of strawberry and raspberry, but also blackberry and sour cherry, blending in sublime sweetness and delicacy. Hints of rose and violet brings your olfactive senses at the highest and finest level. The silky tannins are smooth and intriguing and envelop any pungent expression of this wine. Clearly one of the best Italian red wines, a masterpiece of wine growing and wine-making.  99pts Luca Marona, \u003cem\u003eI Migliori Vini Italiani.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e***Free Shipping on 12 bottles of this wine***\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Montalbera LAccento Ruche","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":8351570428007,"sku":"MALAR15NY","price":25.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0150\/0646\/products\/99LM_2015_Montalbera_L_Accento_Ruche_Red_Blend.png?v=1605971762"},{"product_id":"2013-gaja-barbaresco-docg","title":"2014 Gaja Barbaresco DOCG","description":"\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003c!-- accordion --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Wine\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis wine is considered the flagship wine of the Gaja portfolio. Sourced from across the 14 vast vineyard holdings of the Gaja family, this is a wine that best represents a vintage. 2014 was an outstanding vintage (95+ rated by VM). An elegant dame, the super fine tannins make the mouth pucker. Brickish red in color, the wine explodes in the mouth with an amazingly long finish. With decanting, this wine is already enjoyable, but the patient collector will enjoy the wine in 2022 and for up to 25 years. \u003cstrong\u003eIf you can find it, this wine regularly trades at over $200 and invariably gains in price as the supply dwindles. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Winery\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Gaja family landed in Piemonte from Spain in the 17th century. Following WWII, Giovanni Gaja acquired large vineyard holdings in the area. His son, Angelo, is considered one of the pioneers of modern winemaking in Italy. After studying wine in Montpellier, he was one of the first to bring French techniques such as barrique barrel ageing, malolactic fermentation, and modern technical innovations. Yet, he continued to implement extended macerations following fermentation. By raising the level and recognition of Nebbiolo, Angelo Gaja has been commended by every major wine publication in the world and acknowledged as an innovator. Today, his two daughters Gaia and Rossana manage the extensive land holdings and global distribution of this important brand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReviews\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGaja's 2014 Barbaresco is rich, super-dense, and inviting, with serious underpinnings of structure and the same classicism that made the 2013 so compelling. Dense and powerful in the glass, with explosive energy and tons of tannin, the 2014 is built for extended cellaring. Expressive floral and savory notes hover out of the glass in this super-expressive Barbaresco. \u003cstrong\u003eThis is one of the most tightly wound, intense versions of Gaja's Barbaresco I can remember tasting. Don't miss it.\u003c\/strong\u003e ~96pts, VM\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis isn't just a great wine for what was a notoriously cool, wet vintage, \u003cstrong\u003eit's quite simply a magnificent wine.\u003c\/strong\u003e Perfumed and loaded with finesse, it opens with scents of woodland berry, iris and baking spice while the vibrant, balanced palate doles out Marasca cherry, dark culinary spice, crushed herb and menthol. Refined tannins and fresh acidity provide the taut framework while a licorice note wraps around the finish. Gorgeous. Drink 2022–2034. ~ 98 \u003c\/span\u003epts, Cellar Selection WE\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGaia Gaja tells me 2014 was one of the best vintages ever in Barbaresco, if not the best for her vineyards.\u003c\/strong\u003e She cites the prolonged growing season that continued at a slow rate during the cooler summer months only to speed up thanks to a heat spell at the very end, right before harvest. Nebbiolo loves slow maturity and a prolonged growth cycle: The 2014 vintage did indeed get off to an exceptionally slow start. The 2014 Barbaresco is not austere or astringent. Instead, it offers plump ripeness with rich fruit flavors backed by spice, licorice and tobacco. The wine offers good structure from the point of view of its tannins, yet there is no harshness or bitterness whatsoever. ~ 94pts WA\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e***Free Shipping on 12 bottles of this wine***\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gaja","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":12743729283175,"sku":"GAJABARB14","price":168.88,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0150\/0646\/files\/2014GajaBarbarescoDOCG.webp?v=1690972805"},{"product_id":"2014-gaja-costa-russi-barbaresco-docg","title":"2014 Gaja Costa Russi Barbaresco DOCG","description":"\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003c!-- accordion --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Wine\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA Piemontese treasure unlike any other\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGaja calls this one of the best vintages \u003cem\u003eever\u003c\/em\u003e for the estate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBHW has the lowest price in the US on this wine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCosta Russi was acquired by Gaja in 1967 and is named for the nickname of the former owner. With spectacular positioning for extended sunshine, this wine is considered one of the finest gems in the portfolio. Gaia Gaja considers 2014 one of the finest vintages \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEVER\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e.  2014 was an outstanding vintage (95+ rated by VM). An elegant dame, the super fine tannins make the mouth pucker. Brickish red in color, the wine explodes in the mouth with an amazingly long finish. With decanting, this wine is already enjoyable, but the patient collector will enjoy the wine in 2022 and for up to 25 years. \u003cstrong\u003eIf you can find it, this wine regularly trades at over $500 and invariably gains in price as the supply dwindles. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Winery\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Gaja family landed in Piemonte from Spain in the 17th century. Following WWII, Giovanni Gaja acquired large vineyard holdings in the area. His son, Angelo, is considered one of the pioneers of modern winemaking in Italy. After studying wine in Montpellier, he was one of the first to bring French techniques such as barrique barrel ageing, malolactic fermentation, and modern technical innovations. Yet, he continued to implement extended macerations following fermentation. By raising the level and recognition of Nebbiolo, Angelo Gaja has been commended by every major wine publication in the world and acknowledged as an innovator. Today, his two daughters Gaia and Rossana manage the extensive land holdings and global distribution of this important brand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReviews\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoft contours, silky tannins and sweet, perfumed fruit are some of the signatures in the 2014 Costa Russi. As always, Costa Russi is the most polished and open-knit of these wines in its youth. Succulent fruit, hard candy and lifted, perfumed aromatics give the 2014 considerable early appeal, but I expect time in bottle will work its usual magic. Today, the 2014 is showing only the barest hint of its potential. Even in the early going, though, \u003cstrong\u003ethe Costa Russi is a totally sexy wine\u003c\/strong\u003e. ~96pts, VM\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIntense scents of cherry, star anise and iris float out of the glass. It's firmly structured and loaded with finesse, offering crushed raspberry, Marasca cherry, cinnamon and star anise framed fine-grained tannins. Bright acidity lends balance and energy.~ 97 \u003c\/span\u003epts, Cellar Selection WE\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 2014 Barbaresco Costa Russi is a beautiful wine that delivers profound color saturation with deep ruby highlights and blackish intensity. I would describe the nose as being more horizontal rather than vertical, if that makes sense. In other words, the bouquet makes its approach with wide intensity and large-scale aromas of black fruit, spice, tar, leather and licorice. It offers fewer of the sudden high notes or moments of sharpness that you get in 2013. Despite the common perception that this was a very cool vintage, the fruit here actually tastes riper and rounder than you might expect. That's because the vintage heat all came toward the end of the growing season, and the Gaja family left fruit on the vines to the end. In the mouth, the wine shows depth and finesse with some stubborn firmness at this young stage. It needs to flesh out further with more bottle aging.~ 94pts WA\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e***Free Shipping on 4 bottles of this wine***\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gaja Costa Russi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":12760467570791,"sku":"GAJACR14","price":398.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0150\/0646\/products\/gajacostarussi05-w-2.jpg?v=1605949246"},{"product_id":"2014-gaja-sori-tildin-barbaresco-docg","title":"2014 Gaja Sori Tildin Barbaresco DOCG","description":"\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003c!-- accordion --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Wine\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSori Tildin was acquired by Gaja in 1967 and is named for Angelo's grandmother, Clotilde Rey. Sori means \"hilltop\" in Piemontese dialect. This wine is considered one of the finest Nebbiolos in the world. Gaia Gaja considers 2014 one of the finest vintages \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEVER\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e.  2014 was an outstanding vintage (95+ rated by VM). With decanting, this wine is already enjoyable, but the patient collector will enjoy the wine in 2022 and for up to 25 years. \u003cstrong\u003eIf you can find it, this wine regularly trades at over $500 and invariably gains in price as the supply dwindles. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Gaja family landed in Piemonte from Spain in the 17th century. Following WWII, Giovanni Gaja acquired large vineyard holdings in the area. His son, Angelo, is considered one of the pioneers of modern winemaking in Italy. After studying wine in Montpellier, he was one of the first to bring French techniques such as barrique barrel ageing, malolactic fermentation, and modern technical innovations. Yet, he continued to implement extended macerations following fermentation. By raising the level and recognition of Nebbiolo, Angelo Gaja has been commended by every major wine publication in the world and acknowledged as an innovator. Today, his two daughters Gaia and Rossana manage the extensive land holdings and global distribution of this important brand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReviews\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSweet rose petal, mint, chiseled red-toned fruit and chalk give the 2014 Barbaresco Sorì Tildìn its sculpted, brilliant personality. All the elements are in the right place. A wine of translucent energy and weightless elegance,\u003cstrong\u003e the Sorì Tildìn is hauntingly beautiful today.\u003c\/strong\u003e A host of floral notes and red berry fruit infuse the persistent, chiseled finish in this fabulous Barbaresco.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eAs it so often is, the Barbaresco Sorì Tildìn is a wine of pure charm and seduction.\u003c\/strong\u003e ~97pts, VM\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMenthol, pressed rose, woodland berry and crushed herb aromas slowly emerge on this elegant, structured red along with a hint of underbrush. The firm, refined palate delivers Marasca cherry, ground clove and licorice framed in taut, fine-grained tannins. Drink 2022–2034. ~ 95 \u003c\/span\u003epts, Cellar Selection WE\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"description\"\u003eThe nose has it all here with fresh cranberry character, brambleberries and lavender intermingled with darker, more complex notes of cedar, nutmeg and cinnamon. Full body, so much vibrant acidity, tangy fruit, expansive yet tight tannins and a long, savory finish. Profound minerality. Delicious now but better in 2020. \u003cspan\u003e~ 96pts JS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"description\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003eGaja's 2014 Barbaresco Sorì San Lorenzo is clearly at the beginning of a long and promising aging trajectory. At it's core, it shows a pinch of nervous energy and inner tightness that will surely unravel and soften as this beautiful wine continues along its magical journey in time. Angelo Gaja and his family present spectacular results in this controversial 2014 vintage. \u003cstrong\u003eThey have risen far above most of their peers and have shown a keen ability to understand their site and the versatility of their cherished Nebbiolo grape.\u003c\/strong\u003e The variety sings with a loud and exuberant voice, first offering plenty of primary fruit like blackberry and dried cherry. It then follows up with savory earth and spice. This is a bright and youthful wine that is set steady for a long aging future. ~ 95pts, WA\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e***Free Shipping on 4 bottles of this wine***\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gaja Sori Tildin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":12760564498535,"sku":"GAJAST14","price":398.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0150\/0646\/products\/RD9472-2.jpg?v=1605949762"},{"product_id":"2013-gaja-conteisa-barolo-docg","title":"2013 Gaja Conteisa Barolo DOCG","description":"\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003c!-- accordion --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Wine\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConteisa refers to a \"quarrel\" in Piemontese dialect, referring to the \u003c\/span\u003eCerequio vineyard area that was claimed by both La Morra and Barolo communes. The Nebbiolo master makes three Baroli. Gaia Gaja considers 2014 one of the finest vintages \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEVER\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e.  2014 was an outstanding vintage (95+ rated by VM). With decanting, this wine is already enjoyable, but the patient collector will enjoy the wine in 2022 and for up to 25 years. \u003cstrong\u003eIf you can find it, this wine regularly trades at over $300 and invariably gains in price as the supply dwindles. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Winery\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Gaja family landed in Piemonte from Spain in the 17th century. Following WWII, Giovanni Gaja acquired large vineyard holdings in the area. His son, Angelo, is considered one of the pioneers of modern winemaking in Italy. After studying wine in Montpellier, he was one of the first to bring French techniques such as barrique barrel ageing, malolactic fermentation, and modern technical innovations. Yet, he continued to implement extended macerations following fermentation. By raising the level and recognition of Nebbiolo, Angelo Gaja has been commended by every major wine publication in the world and acknowledged as an innovator. Today, his two daughters Gaia and Rossana manage the extensive land holdings and global distribution of this important brand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReviews\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLots of beautiful aromas of strawberries, cherries, oranges and white chocolate follow through to a full body with a fantastic, dense and chewy mouth feel and a long finish. So precise. Starting drinking in 2022.~ 96pts JS\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGaja's 2014 Barolo Conteisa is a jewel of a wine.\u003c\/strong\u003e Translucent, energetic and vibrant, it offers striking precision, with lovely salinity and bright acids that lift the red berry flavors. Conteisa is always a wine that leans toward the more delicate side of things. In 2014, all of those signatures are brought out by the personality of the year.\u003cstrong\u003e This is one of the best recent Conteisas I can remember tasting, as well as a wine that feels natural and unforced.\u003c\/strong\u003e ~96pts, VM\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"description\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"description\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"description\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"description\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"description\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"description\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"description\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"description\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eThe 2013 Barolo Conteisa is now officially a DOCG wine following years as a Langhe Nebbiolo or IGT wine. The first vintage was 1996 and fruit is sourced from the Cerequio cru in La Morra. This is a classic and coherent expression that is characterized by crunchy fruit flavors and sweet tannins. Fruit came into the winery at very low temperatures and saw slow fermentations. Generally speaking, the 2013 vintage is characterized by slow ripening and a long growing season (unlike 2012 that saw more concentrated heat). This is a balanced and homogenous wine with a softly caressing nature. It offers aromas of citrus, summer fruit and even a touch of watermelon pulp. This wine is usually considered the more immediate of Gaja's two new Barolo wines, yet this vintage surely needs extra time to evolve.~ 95pts, WA\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"description\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"description\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"description\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eStar anise, pressed rose petal, aromatic herb and camphor are just some of the aromas you'll find on this taut, polished red. The firmly structured, elegant palate delivers sour cherry, pomegranate, licorice and ground clove set against a backbone of fine-grained tannins. It's young but balanced, with bright acidity. Give it time to reach its full potential. Drink 2021–2033.~ 94 pts, Cellar Selection WE\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"description\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e***Free Shipping on 4 bottles of this wine***\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gaja Conteisa","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":12760606212199,"sku":"GAJABA13","price":209.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0150\/0646\/products\/IT-BL-00415b9a39cff2c9b.jpg?v=1605934806"},{"product_id":"2016-luca-ferraris-vigna-del-parrocco-ruche-piemonte","title":"2016 Luca Ferraris Vigna del Parrocco Ruché di Castagnole e Monferrato","description":"\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003c!-- accordion --\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: .1pt 0in .1pt 0in;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the wine\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: .1pt 0in .1pt 0in;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: .1pt 0in .1pt 0in;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre you interested to know what is fresh, new, exotic, and exciting in the wine world?\u003c\/strong\u003e It's wrapped up in a holiday package, in a unique bottle and will be delivered to you within a few short days. Just click the BUY button, and you'll be in for a holiday treat that will raise eyebrows, intrigue the mind, and engage the palate. From the glorious rolling hills of Piemonte, Ruché is born. Resurrected as a near extinct indigenous varietal by  Don Giacomo Cauda, a parish parson in the 1960's. This wine is from the original old vines, now owned by Luca Ferraris. The wine is 100% Ruché. It is 80% fermented in stainless tanks and 20% in French oak for 9 months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: .1pt 0in .1pt 0in;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: .1pt 0in .1pt 0in;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStill not sure about this unique varietal, the esteemed Decanter panel considered this one of the most EXCITING wines of 2017!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: .1pt 0in .1pt 0in;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003e54 year old vines\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eImpress friends with your knowledge of this autochthonous varietal\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cb\u003eAmazing floral aromatics with sweet baking spices \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA dry red wine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: .1pt 0in .1pt 0in;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: .1pt 0in .1pt 0in;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReviews\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: .1pt 0in .1pt 0in;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrimary fruit on the nose is driven by notable hints of strawberry and rose petal. 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This now includes the Abonna family who purchased it in 2016; their o\u003cstrong\u003ether estate is Marchesi di Barolo.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eR\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eio Sordo is one of the historic Crus of Barbaresco, a town located near Cuneo about 300 metres above sea level. This area has always produced elegant, sophisticated and full-bodied wines. References to Cascina Bruciata (its name, which means Burnt Farm House, is not accidental) can be found in “\u003cem\u003eViticoltura ed Enologia nella Provincia di Cuneo”\u003c\/em\u003e(Viticulture and Oenology in the Province of Cuneo), a handwritten monograph written by Lorenzo Fantini in 1879. In the second half of the nineteenth century, the farm was maliciously burnt down forcing the owner to leave it to Giovanni Balbo, who worked together with his seven children to get the most out of a particularly rainy year. Balbo was the only winemaker in the area that year who successfully harvested healthy, mature grapes. Carlo Balbo’s efforts led to Cascina Bruciata acquiring a fame that still continues today.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Abonna family believes that caring for the vineyards and paying thorough attention to the entire wine-making process is essential to emphasize the natural excellence of this historic land and create wines of world-renowned structure and refinement.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan mce-data-marked=\"1\"\u003eTasting Notes: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOpens with beautifully etched aromas of flint, red berry, cassis, licorice and dried mint. Tight and elegant on the finish but imparts noteworthy complexity as it warms and evolves in the glass. 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This legendary region in the NE of Italy has much more to offer than the King and Queen of Italian wine. Amongst a wealth of riches, Barbera is Piedmont's hidden gem! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"text-justify\"\u003eThe \"Poderi Aldo Conterno\" winery is situated in Bussia of Monforte d'Alba which is the heart of the Barolo wine area. The estate produces exquisite wines exclusively from the 50 acres of pristine vines surrounding the property.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"text-justify\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis wine mimics Conterno's house style. The wines are neither clarified nor filtered. They are pure, exuberant expressions of the grape.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"text-justify\"\u003eAging: 12 months in 100% new oak barrels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"text-justify\"\u003e100% Barbera. The wine envelopes your nose with charming blue fruits, boysenberry, blueberry, and elderberries, accompanied by dried herbs and black licorice. Medium body on the palate, pristine tanins, crescendoed with a tart cherry finish. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"text-justify\"\u003eHailing from one of the top producer's in the Piedmont region, Aldo Conterno, \u003cstrong\u003e2016 Conca Tre Pile is the gold standard for Barbera\u003c\/strong\u003e. For lover's of Barolo and Barbaresco, this is the $40 wine you've been searching for!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"text-justify\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReviews\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eElegant is not a word applicable to most Barbera's, but this one is exactly that: a graceful expression of dark plums, blueberries and mandarin oranges. Medium body, fine, silky tannins and bright plums on the finish. 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Martinetti has always approached wine with patience, knowledge and care. Although his career began not in wine but advertising, all along he followed his passion for food and wine and started making his own wine in 1974. These wines deeply reflect Franco's personality: a combination of innate charm, experience and determination. His two sons Guido and Michele work alongside him, overseeing oenology and sales respectively. Now more than ever, with the help of Guido and Michele, the lineup of this self-dubbed \"wine-breeder\" has attained an astonishing level of quality. The only Italian to become a member of the Académie du Vin de France, Franco Martinetti has been president of the Académie Internationale du Vin since 2003 From Gavi to Barolo, all Martinetti wines show unmistakable elegance and an impressive gourmet character, in keeping with the man's fame in international wine circles. Franco aspires to perfection, as evident in his meticulous supervision of every stage of the winemaking process from vineyard to bottle. Martinetti produces 26,000 bottles per year. These complex wines are elegant, exquisitely balanced and powerfully linked to their Piemonte homeland, yet able to satisfy fully the highest expectations of good taste internationally.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIntense, yet delicate purple color. Hints of roses and violets on the nose, barely revealing promising fragrances yet to unravel. Morello cherries reveal themselves in the long and bewitching finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReviews\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWonderful aromas of blueberry and strawberry follow through to a full-bodied palate, with soft tannins and a long, flavorful finish. Jammy but delicious. Best after 2009. 700 cases made. 91 WS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e***Free Shipping on 12 bottles of this wine***\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Martinetti Marasco","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":15873328054375,"sku":"MABAMA03","price":59.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0150\/0646\/products\/franco-martinetti-barolo-marasco-docg-2006.jpg?v=1605937805"},{"product_id":"2005-martinetti-georgette-croatina","title":"2005 Martinetti Georgette da uve Croatina","description":"\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003c!-- accordion --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Wine\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sqs-block map-block sqs-block-map sqs-col-4 span-4 float float-right\" data-aspect-ratio=\"82.0945945945946\" data-block-json='{\"location\":{\"mapLat\":45.0662308,\"mapLng\":7.6872547000000395,\"mapZoom\":12,\"addressTitle\":\"Martinetti\",\"addressLine1\":\"18 Via San Francesco da Paola\",\"addressLine2\":\"Torino, Piemonte, 10123\",\"addressCountry\":\"Italy\",\"markerLat\":45.0662308,\"markerLng\":7.6872547000000395},\"vSize\":null,\"style\":1,\"labels\":true,\"terrain\":false,\"controls\":false,\"hSize\":4,\"floatDir\":\"right\",\"aspectRatio\":82.0945945945946}' data-block-type=\"4\" id=\"block-yui_3_17_2_8_1472822726878_6291\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sqs-block-content sqs-intrinsic page-map\" id=\"yui_3_17_2_1_1544819971117_148\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"gm-style\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"gmnoprint gm-style-cc\" draggable=\"false\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sqs-block html-block sqs-block-html\" data-block-type=\"2\" id=\"block-cdc7788fd4733fa93371\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sqs-block-content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth as a wine grower and aficionado, Franco M. Martinetti has always approached wine with patience, knowledge and care. Although his career began not in wine but advertising, all along he followed his passion for food and wine and started making his own wine in 1974. These wines deeply reflect Franco's personality: a combination of innate charm, experience and determination. His two sons Guido and Michele work alongside him, overseeing oenology and sales respectively. Now more than ever, with the help of Guido and Michele, the lineup of this self-dubbed \"wine-breeder\" has attained an astonishing level of quality. The only Italian to become a member of the Académie du Vin de France, Franco Martinetti has been president of the Académie Internationale du Vin since 2003 From Gavi to Barolo, all Martinetti wines show unmistakable elegance and an impressive gourmet character, in keeping with the man's fame in international wine circles. Franco aspires to perfection, as evident in his meticulous supervision of every stage of the winemaking process from vineyard to bottle. Martinetti produces 26,000 bottles per year. These complex wines are elegant, exquisitely balanced and powerfully linked to their Piemonte homeland, yet able to satisfy fully the highest expectations of good taste internationally.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDark ruby red color, with a nose of blueberry, plum and oriental spices. Powerful and elegant with clear and neat tannins. A Smooth palate presents a clean finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e100% Croatina\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e***Free Shipping on 12 bottles of this wine***\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Martinetti Georgette da uve Croatina","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":15873336737895,"sku":"MAGECR05","price":19.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0150\/0646\/products\/1_a1df5c14-f900-4981-9914-8aa375378978.jpg?v=1605940687"},{"product_id":"2005-martinetti-sulbric-monferrato-rosso","title":"2005 Martinetti Sulbric Monferrato Rosso","description":"\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003c!-- accordion --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Wine\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sqs-block map-block sqs-block-map sqs-col-4 span-4 float float-right\" data-aspect-ratio=\"82.0945945945946\" data-block-json='{\"location\":{\"mapLat\":45.0662308,\"mapLng\":7.6872547000000395,\"mapZoom\":12,\"addressTitle\":\"Martinetti\",\"addressLine1\":\"18 Via San Francesco da Paola\",\"addressLine2\":\"Torino, Piemonte, 10123\",\"addressCountry\":\"Italy\",\"markerLat\":45.0662308,\"markerLng\":7.6872547000000395},\"vSize\":null,\"style\":1,\"labels\":true,\"terrain\":false,\"controls\":false,\"hSize\":4,\"floatDir\":\"right\",\"aspectRatio\":82.0945945945946}' data-block-type=\"4\" id=\"block-yui_3_17_2_8_1472822726878_6291\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sqs-block-content sqs-intrinsic page-map\" id=\"yui_3_17_2_1_1544819971117_148\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"gm-style\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"gmnoprint gm-style-cc\" draggable=\"false\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sqs-block html-block sqs-block-html\" data-block-type=\"2\" id=\"block-cdc7788fd4733fa93371\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sqs-block-content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth as a wine grower and aficionado, Franco M. Martinetti has always approached wine with patience, knowledge and care. Although his career began not in wine but advertising, all along he followed his passion for food and wine and started making his own wine in 1974. These wines deeply reflect Franco's personality: a combination of innate charm, experience and determination. His two sons Guido and Michele work alongside him, overseeing oenology and sales respectively. Now more than ever, with the help of Guido and Michele, the lineup of this self-dubbed \"wine-breeder\" has attained an astonishing level of quality. The only Italian to become a member of the Académie du Vin de France, Franco Martinetti has been president of the Académie Internationale du Vin since 2003 From Gavi to Barolo, all Martinetti wines show unmistakable elegance and an impressive gourmet character, in keeping with the man's fame in international wine circles. Franco aspires to perfection, as evident in his meticulous supervision of every stage of the winemaking process from vineyard to bottle. Martinetti produces 26,000 bottles per year. These complex wines are elegant, exquisitely balanced and powerfully linked to their Piemonte homeland, yet able to satisfy fully the highest expectations of good taste internationally.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTasting Notes:\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eDeep and dark color, with a rich mélange of plum and berry aromas and a hint of sweet Mediterranean herbs. Structured and intense with long tannins and a crisp clean palate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis wine is a rare blend of Cabernet Sauvignon + Barbera from 40+ year old vines. Aged in French oak. A Super-Piemonte, if you will.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e***Free Shipping on 12 bottles of this wine***\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Martinetti Sulbric","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":15873338343527,"sku":"MAGECR05","price":39.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0150\/0646\/products\/1_e04a112e-a069-4641-8bb1-55f7fcf2f37f.jpg?v=1605940768"},{"product_id":"2006-martinetti-minaia-gavi","title":"2006 Martinetti Minaia Gavi","description":"\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003c!-- accordion --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Wine\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sqs-block map-block sqs-block-map sqs-col-4 span-4 float float-right\" data-aspect-ratio=\"82.0945945945946\" data-block-json='{\"location\":{\"mapLat\":45.0662308,\"mapLng\":7.6872547000000395,\"mapZoom\":12,\"addressTitle\":\"Martinetti\",\"addressLine1\":\"18 Via San Francesco da Paola\",\"addressLine2\":\"Torino, Piemonte, 10123\",\"addressCountry\":\"Italy\",\"markerLat\":45.0662308,\"markerLng\":7.6872547000000395},\"vSize\":null,\"style\":1,\"labels\":true,\"terrain\":false,\"controls\":false,\"hSize\":4,\"floatDir\":\"right\",\"aspectRatio\":82.0945945945946}' data-block-type=\"4\" id=\"block-yui_3_17_2_8_1472822726878_6291\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sqs-block-content sqs-intrinsic page-map\" id=\"yui_3_17_2_1_1544819971117_148\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"gm-style\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"gmnoprint gm-style-cc\" draggable=\"false\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sqs-block html-block sqs-block-html\" data-block-type=\"2\" id=\"block-cdc7788fd4733fa93371\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sqs-block-content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth as a wine grower and aficionado, Franco M. Martinetti has always approached wine with patience, knowledge and care. Although his career began not in wine but advertising, all along he followed his passion for food and wine and started making his own wine in 1974. These wines deeply reflect Franco's personality: a combination of innate charm, experience and determination. His two sons Guido and Michele work alongside him, overseeing oenology and sales respectively. Now more than ever, with the help of Guido and Michele, the lineup of this self-dubbed \"wine-breeder\" has attained an astonishing level of quality. The only Italian to become a member of the Académie du Vin de France, Franco Martinetti has been president of the Académie Internationale du Vin since 2003 From Gavi to Barolo, all Martinetti wines show unmistakable elegance and an impressive gourmet character, in keeping with the man's fame in international wine circles. Franco aspires to perfection, as evident in his meticulous supervision of every stage of the winemaking process from vineyard to bottle. Martinetti produces 26,000 bottles per year. These complex wines are elegant, exquisitely balanced and powerfully linked to their Piemonte homeland, yet able to satisfy fully the highest expectations of good taste internationally.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMinaia is named after an excellent area known to be the outstanding ‘cru’ of Gavi. the wine is a golden color with delicate green shimmers, and the deft use of barrique makes its nose even more complex. pairs well with salami and cold cuts, soft cheeses or white meats, matches seafood and roasted fish blissfully, and is elevated by shellfish and oysters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e100% Cortese di Gavi aged in French oak for 12 months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e***Free Shipping on 12 bottles of this wine***\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Martinetti Minaia","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":15873345323111,"sku":"MAMIGA06","price":24.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0150\/0646\/products\/1_fb7aa7eb-fccc-43c6-b261-4f71afab2535.jpg?v=1605942143"},{"product_id":"2003-martinetti-quarantatre-sparkling-methode-champenoise-piemonte","title":"2003 Martinetti Quarantatre Sparkling Methode Champenoise Piemonte","description":"\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003c!-- accordion --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Wine\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sqs-block map-block sqs-block-map sqs-col-4 span-4 float float-right\" data-aspect-ratio=\"82.0945945945946\" data-block-json='{\"location\":{\"mapLat\":45.0662308,\"mapLng\":7.6872547000000395,\"mapZoom\":12,\"addressTitle\":\"Martinetti\",\"addressLine1\":\"18 Via San Francesco da Paola\",\"addressLine2\":\"Torino, Piemonte, 10123\",\"addressCountry\":\"Italy\",\"markerLat\":45.0662308,\"markerLng\":7.6872547000000395},\"vSize\":null,\"style\":1,\"labels\":true,\"terrain\":false,\"controls\":false,\"hSize\":4,\"floatDir\":\"right\",\"aspectRatio\":82.0945945945946}' data-block-type=\"4\" id=\"block-yui_3_17_2_8_1472822726878_6291\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sqs-block-content sqs-intrinsic page-map\" id=\"yui_3_17_2_1_1544819971117_148\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"gm-style\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"gmnoprint gm-style-cc\" draggable=\"false\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sqs-block html-block sqs-block-html\" data-block-type=\"2\" id=\"block-cdc7788fd4733fa93371\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sqs-block-content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth as a wine grower and aficionado, Franco M. Martinetti has always approached wine with patience, knowledge and care. Although his career began not in wine but advertising, all along he followed his passion for food and wine and started making his own wine in 1974. These wines deeply reflect Franco's personality: a combination of innate charm, experience and determination. His two sons Guido and Michele work alongside him, overseeing oenology and sales respectively. Now more than ever, with the help of Guido and Michele, the lineup of this self-dubbed \"wine-breeder\" has attained an astonishing level of quality. The only Italian to become a member of the Académie du Vin de France, Franco Martinetti has been president of the Académie Internationale du Vin since 2003 From Gavi to Barolo, all Martinetti wines show unmistakable elegance and an impressive gourmet character, in keeping with the man's fame in international wine circles. Franco aspires to perfection, as evident in his meticulous supervision of every stage of the winemaking process from vineyard to bottle. Martinetti produces 26,000 bottles per year. These complex wines are elegant, exquisitely balanced and powerfully linked to their Piemonte homeland, yet able to satisfy fully the highest expectations of good taste internationally.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlend: 55% Pinot Noir and 45% Chardonnay, aged 40 months on lees.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProduced in the methode champenoise, the wine was finished with a liqueur d'expedition prior to bottling with 1943 Bas Armagnac. There is a floral fragrance and quince and light almond marzipan to the wine. This is truly a wine for the curious. It's delicious.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQuarantatre will be enjoyed happily with a lobster, a bed of raw wild mushrooms or a 24 month old Parmigiano.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e***Free Shipping on 12 bottles of this wine***\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Martinetti Quarantatre","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":15873348567143,"sku":"MAQUAR03","price":29.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0150\/0646\/products\/1_7267d01c-eb67-4aa6-a126-08b73572a4b1.jpg?v=1605938042"},{"product_id":"2014-paolo-scavino-barolo-monvigliero","title":"2014 Paolo Scavino Barolo Monvigliero","description":"\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003c!-- accordion --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Wine\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVineyard is considered the \"grand cru\" of Verduno\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinesse, floral, elegant, spicy, and texture; it's a feminine expression \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSome of the vines are 50 years old\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping on 12 bottles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFounded in 1921 in Castiglione Falletto, Scavino has been a leader in Piemonte. Today, the fourth generation of the family runs the estate that is widely considered one of the finestin all of Italy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVintage Notes from the Producer: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eThe 2014 is a precious vintage, especially today. It recalls the past and classic vintages of our fathers and grandfathers. Long cycle, fresh climate, late harvest which featured wines of great elegance, character, well-balanced with medium alcohol, complex and mineral in the aromatics with good acidity making them long-lasting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eReviews\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFloral and fragrant, this boasts enticing scents of blue flower, wild berry, dark spice and crushed herb. The polished vibrant palate delivers red cherry compote, cranberry, star anise and a hint of orange zest offset by elegant fine-grained tannins. Bright acidity keeps it balanced, while an almost salty mineral note lingers on the close. 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Martinetti has always approached wine with patience, knowledge and care. Although his career began not in wine but advertising, all along he followed his passion for food and wine and started making his own wine in 1974. These wines deeply reflect Franco's personality: a combination of innate charm, experience and determination. His two sons Guido and Michele work alongside him, overseeing oenology and sales respectively. Now more than ever, with the help of Guido and Michele, the lineup of this self-dubbed \"wine-breeder\" has attained an astonishing level of quality. The only Italian to become a member of the Académie du Vin de France, Franco Martinetti has been president of the Académie Internationale du Vin since 2003 From Gavi to Barolo, all Martinetti wines show unmistakable elegance and an impressive gourmet character, in keeping with the man's fame in international wine circles. Franco aspires to perfection, as evident in his meticulous supervision of every stage of the winemaking process from vineyard to bottle. Martinetti produces 26,000 bottles per year. These complex wines are elegant, exquisitely balanced and powerfully linked to their Piemonte homeland, yet able to satisfy fully the highest expectations of good taste internationally.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinemaker Tasting Notes: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLauren expresses the aromatic characteristics of Freisa, which, if grown properly, is able to offer wines of incredible complexity. Lauren has flavors of wild strawberries, blackcurrant and mint, in the mouth it presents a tannic texture that is powerful and clear. Freisa is a wine that has similar aspects to Pinot Noir in that it offers an elegant light ruby color and will astonish for its richness, sweet fruit, but never agressive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e100% Freisa\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e***Free Shipping on 12 bottles of this wine***\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Martinetti Lauren da uve Freisa","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":19438800076903,"sku":"MALAFR05","price":22.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0150\/0646\/products\/Screen_Shot_2018-12-17_at_23.46.44.png?v=1605940892"},{"product_id":"2015-gaja-barbaresco-docg","title":"2015 Gaja Barbaresco DOCG","description":"\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003c!-- accordion --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Wine\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis wine is considered the flagship wine of the Gaja portfolio. Sourced from across the 14 vast vineyard holdings of the Gaja family, this is a wine that best represents a vintage. 2014 was an outstanding vintage (95+ rated by VM). An elegant dame, the super fine tannins make the mouth pucker. Brickish red in color, the wine explodes in the mouth with an amazingly long finish. With decanting, this wine is already enjoyable, but the patient collector will enjoy the wine in 2022 and for up to 25 years. \u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Winery\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Gaja family landed in Piemonte from Spain in the 17th century. Following WWII, Giovanni Gaja acquired large vineyard holdings in the area. His son, Angelo, is considered one of the pioneers of modern winemaking in Italy. After studying wine in Montpellier, he was one of the first to bring French techniques such as barrique barrel ageing, malolactic fermentation, and modern technical innovations. Yet, he continued to implement extended macerations following fermentation. By raising the level and recognition of Nebbiolo, Angelo Gaja has been commended by every major wine publication in the world and acknowledged as an innovator. Today, his two daughters Gaia and Rossana manage the extensive land holdings and global distribution of this important brand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReviews\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWoodland berry, blue flower, sunbaked soil and a whiff of dark spice shape the nose. Structured and extremely elegant, the focused, impeccable palate doles out juicy red cherry, strawberry, baking spice and star anise set against taut polished tannins that provide seamless support. It's well balanced, with fresh acidity. It's already tempting but hold for even more complexity. Drink 2022–2032. ~ 96 pts, Cellar Selection WE\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA combination of savory and fruit elements, this red reveals cherry, berry, eucalyptus, menthol, tar and mineral flavors. Firms up, with monolithic tannins locking this tight. Patience is required. Best from 2023 through 2042. 900 cases imported. ~95WS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA rich and layered Barbaresco with cedar and plums, as well as light leather and rose aromas that follow to a full yet balanced palate and a chewy finish. Very polished. Drink in 2020, but already beautiful. ~95JS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGaja's 2015 Barbaresco is gorgeous. Deep, pliant and resonant, the 2015 exudes class from the very first taste. Today, the aromatics are not especially open or expressive, but it is the wine's depth and overall sense of harmony that really carry the day. Hints of orange peel, spice and rosewater give the 2015 an exotic aromatic top register that is hugely appealing. Readers will have a hard time keeping their hands off this gem. The 2015 is a wonderfully complete and harmonious wine, but it really does need a few years in the cellar to fully unwind. ~94pts, VM\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e  \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gaja","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":19482143326311,"sku":"GAJABARB15","price":189.88,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0150\/0646\/products\/54_6b6bdc85-9a1d-42e3-80bd-56da98c776e5.jpg?v=1605956399"},{"product_id":"2015-giuseppe-cortese-barbaresco-rabaja-docg-1-5l-magnum","title":"2015 Giuseppe Cortese Barbaresco Rabaja DOCG 1.5L Magnum","description":"\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003c!-- accordion --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the Winery\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis wine is made entirely from Nebbiolo grapes grown in Barbaresco's prestigious Rabajà vineyard, located in the Langhe hills just to the south of Cortese’s winery. Founded in 1971 and producing only 4,000 cases of wine per year, this is a quality minded producer with access to some of the finest estate and nearby grapes in the region.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExtending as far as the Trifolera hill, the Rabajà vineyard stretches over the crest of the hill which extends from Asili to Trifolera. Contrary to what it looks like from a distance, the Rabajà hill is not homogeneous and can be divided into two areas. The first, bordering on Asili, includes the well-positioned amphitheater that dominates the Martinenga, and is mostly exposed to south-west. The second area has a more linear appearance and is exposed to south, although there are some variations due to the hill’s undulating ground. In both cases, the wine’s style is fuller in body and firmer as compared with Asili and Martinenga.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAging: 22 months in Slavonian oak\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReviews\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"m_8986591245323645042dtr-data\"\u003eThis opens with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"m_8986591245323645042dtr-data\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003earomas of ripe berry, crushed herb, scorched soil and dark culinary spice\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"m_8986591245323645042dtr-data\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Mirroring the nose, the firm full-bodied palate evokes \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"m_8986591245323645042dtr-data\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan\u003ejuicy Marasca cherry, black raspberry, star anise and clove\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"m_8986591245323645042dtr-data\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Taut, tightly knit and noble tannins provide the framework. ~95WE\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"m_8986591245323645042dtr-data\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eWow. What a nose of pure blueberries, rose petals, lavender, crushed minerals, elderflower and so much vivid orange and candied citrus peel\u003c\/b\u003e. Full body, electric acidity, firm and \u003cb\u003ewonderfully polished tannins and a long, mineral finish. ~95JS\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Giuseppe Cortese","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":29782638821479,"sku":"GCBARB15M","price":129.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0150\/0646\/products\/2015-giuseppe-cortese-barbaresco-rabaja-docg-1-5l-magnum-1.jpg?v=1606012051"},{"product_id":"2012-travaglini-gattinara-il-sogno","title":"2012 Travaglini Gattinara Il Sogno","description":"\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003c!-- accordion --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Wine\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% Nebbiolo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTravaglini resurrected Alto Piemonte\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFamily owns 59% of the Gattinara DOCG\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWine aged for 3 years in cask\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTasting Notes: Intense garnet red color. On the nose, complex aromas of red fruits, spice and light balsamic notes. In terms of the palate, a firm structure with well-balanced minerality and intense flavors of ripe fruits. Ideally served at 64 º to 68º F. Outstanding with red meat dishes, aged cheeses and chocolate.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReviews\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA chewy and rich wine with polished tannins and lots of ripe fruit that gives dried strawberry and orange peel character. Full body, yet balanced and delicious. Dusty tannin texture. Drink now. ~93JS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRipe and lush, with oak spice chiming in with plum, fruitcake and caramel flavors. Gives pleasure, but is less typical for the region. Drink now through 2024. 700 cases made, 100 cases imported.  ~91WS\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e***Free Shipping on 4 or more bottles of this wine***\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Travaglini Gattinara Il Sogno","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":29799697317991,"sku":"TRAGATSOG12","price":89.88,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0150\/0646\/products\/TRAILSOGNONVbot72dpi-100115_web.png?v=1605932976"},{"product_id":"2016-ca-de-lion-ghione-la-cua-langhe-rosso","title":"2018 Ca' de Lion Ghione La Cuá Langhe Rosso","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEstate Vineyard planted in 1964\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncredible Value for Old Vine Nebbiolo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBHW Direct Import\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping on 12 or more bottles of this wine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003c!-- accordion --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the Wine\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font_8\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"color_7\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCa' de Lion was founded in 1871 by Luigi Ghione. The winery takes the name of the family ancestor, Leone Ghione (1655). G\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"color_7\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eenerations of expertise in Piemonte has elevated this artisanal producer to its highest level ever. Farming sustainably and naturally, the wines from this estate show a purity of flavor. The depth and nuance of the wines vibrates and speaks of the place where they come from in the hills of Canelli.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlend: 40% Barbera, 40% Nebbiolo, 20% Dolcetto\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eTasting Notes: Violet and rose notes with a black cherry fruity taste. Electric balance between acidity and freshness, with smoothe, elegant tannins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eServe with a light chill. The wine can be decanted 30 minutes prior to serving. And, it will improve over the next 3-5 years. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReviews\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"One of the year's best wines\" ~ 92 Luca Maroni, \"I Migliori Vini Italiani\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e***Free Shipping on 12 or more bottles of this wine***\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Ca de Lion Ghione La Cua","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":30017689780327,"sku":"CLGLR16","price":19.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0150\/0646\/products\/2018-ca-de-lion-ghione-la-cua-langhe-rosso-1.jpg?v=1606001288"},{"product_id":"nv-ca-de-lione-ghione-vino-rosso-ca-de-lion-blend","title":"NV Ca' de Lione Ghione Vino Rosso Ca de Lion Blend","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEstate Vineyard planted in 1964\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStunning, Rare Ruche \u0026amp; Pinot Noir Blend\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBHW Direct Import\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping on 12 or more bottles of this wine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003c!-- accordion --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Wine\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font_8\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"color_7\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCa' de Lion was founded in 1871 by Luigi Ghione. 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Protected by the Alps to the North and the Mediterranean sea to the south, the area has long been a seat of European power dating back to the Holy Roman empire. Today, food and wine are focal points of the economy. \u003cstrong\u003eThe larger Monferrato area encompasses well know regions including Alba and Asti. If you've ever had authentic white truffles, they are often foraged in this special area every October.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis wine is 100% Barbera, produced by La Bollina. Andrea Bernardini is a passionate consultant winemaker who has hit numerous home runs. He graduated from Pisa, one of the best schools of oenology in Italy, in 2007. He earned his chops at Poggio Bonelli and Ruffino in Tuscany and trained in South Africa, Romania and Greece. 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This now includes the Abonna family who purchased it in 2016; their o\u003cstrong\u003ether estate is Marchesi di Barolo.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eR\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eio Sordo is one of the historic Crus of Barbaresco, a town located near Cuneo about 300 metres above sea level. This area has always produced elegant, sophisticated and full-bodied wines. References to Cascina Bruciata (its name, which means Burnt Farm House, is not accidental) can be found in “\u003cem\u003eViticoltura ed Enologia nella Provincia di Cuneo”\u003c\/em\u003e(Viticulture and Oenology in the Province of Cuneo), a handwritten monograph written by Lorenzo Fantini in 1879. In the second half of the nineteenth century, the farm was maliciously burnt down forcing the owner to leave it to Giovanni Balbo, who worked together with his seven children to get the most out of a particularly rainy year. Balbo was the only winemaker in the area that year who successfully harvested healthy, mature grapes. Carlo Balbo’s efforts led to Cascina Bruciata acquiring a fame that still continues today.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Abonna family believes that caring for the vineyards and paying thorough attention to the entire wine-making process is essential to emphasize the natural excellence of this historic land and create wines of world-renowned structure and refinement.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan mce-data-marked=\"1\"\u003eTasting Notes: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOpens with beautifully etched aromas of flint, red berry, cassis, licorice and dried mint. Tight and elegant on the finish but imparts noteworthy complexity as it warms and evolves in the glass. Crisp, bright mouth feel with young tannins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan mce-data-marked=\"1\"\u003e100% Nebbiolo from 30 year old vines. 36 months in French oak barriques.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e***Free Shipping on 12 bottles of this wine***\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Cascina Bruciata Vigneto Balbo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":31427192258663,"sku":"CSvbba03","price":28.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0150\/0646\/products\/nebbiolo-2003-cascina-bruciata-vigneto-balbo-barbaresco-1.jpg?v=1605988469"},{"product_id":"2015-massimo-rattalino-barbaresco-quarantadue42","title":"2015 Massimo Rattalino Barbaresco \"Quarantadue42\"","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBarbaresco is Barolo's Prettier Sister\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eStunning Wine\" ~97pt Decanter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e94 Point Vintage ~ Vinous Media\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping on 12 or more bottles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003c!-- accordion --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the Wine\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere's your chance to grab some of the #1, best Barbaresco tasted by the Decanter magazine panel in the last year. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA harmonious, generous wine, that explodes with aromas of rose water, black cherry, leather, oak, vanilla and violet. The smooth tannins leave an incredibly long and harmonious finish that must be tasted to be believed!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAging\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e 2 years in Botti Grandi plus six months in bottle prior to release\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCritical Reviews\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is the business! Sweet ripe cherry, raspberry and rose petal perfume, sleek attack, close-grained and powerful tannins, lovely energy and lots of tension. Succulent texture too. 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Starting wtih the Rizzi farmhouse and its vineyards on the two sides of the hill (Cru Rizzi) and Cru Nervo (a four-hectare plot under the village of Treiso), the winery has been expanded a few hectares at a time. Today, Ernesto and his wife are assisted in both production and sales by their son and daughter. A true family affair, these estate wines are recognized by Gambero Rosso and all of the major critics as emblematic and pillars in the Barbaresco region.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis BARBARESCO is garnet in color with orange reflections typical of Nebbiolo. The nose has a fragrant and crisp aroma, with hints of red fruits and flavors of berries, and herbs, with floral and spicy notes. On the palate shows a great texture and tannic structure, with a nice sweetness, delicacy, elegance, great balance and fine tannins and a long finish, fruity and a bit of nerve.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReviews\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 2016 Barbaresco Rizzi is the most balanced wine in this series. The other wines feel a bit too ripe in my opinion, even in this 2016 vintage. This wine offers a soft and delicate side that is expressed with sweet fruit, spice, licorice and tar. This wine is firm and ultimately the most elegant. \u003cstrong\u003eIt could be served right away with a dish of veal-filled agnolotti.\u003c\/strong\u003e ~93+ WA\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWild berry, menthol, herb and leather aromas take center stage along with star anise. The tightly wound palate reflects the nose, showing red cherry, pomegranate, licorice and tobacco alongside fine-grained tannins and racy acidity that create a firm finish. ~93WE\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHere’s a very pretty Barbaresco confidently placed in floral territory, where violets are joined by sour cherries and bright citrus. The medium-to full-bodied palate is tightly knit, but poised to deliver power as it unwinds through compressed citrus and blue fruit. 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Mirko runs the cellar and Federica runs the sales and marketing side of the business. Together the family turns 19 acres of total vineyards into some of the most superior wines in all of Piedmont. Voerzio Martini focuses on \u003cstrong\u003eproducing wines that capture the essence of terroir\u003c\/strong\u003e of this noble wine region.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey work together, as a family with a \u003cstrong\u003etraditional approach to winemaking\u003c\/strong\u003e—lots of concentration, less new oak and (\u003cem\u003ebotti grande\u003c\/em\u003e) larger barrels for aging. All grapes are harvested by hand and fermented in stainless steel tanks. 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Rather, they are the reason for being and the way of life in a certain part of the \u003cstrong\u003eBarolo DOCG that is generally considered the reference zone for the best expression of this majestic wine\u003c\/strong\u003e: westward facing vineyards in Serralunga d'Alba. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAzienda Agricola Gabutti Boasso has been \u003cstrong\u003efamily run since it was founded in the 1970s\u003c\/strong\u003e. Boasso has stayed true to family traditions accompanied by a continuous search for innovation focusing on producing a pure expression of Nebbiolo. The \u003cstrong\u003efamily oversees 15 acres of vineyards transforming select varieties into world class wine!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAging: 36 months in oak casks.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTasting notes: Red Wine. 100% Nebbiolo. 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He chose the city of Cuneo, a little over an hour south of Turin, and close to the Occitan Alps. The climate here influenced the mountains and by proximity to the ocean just over \u003cstrong\u003ethe Alps\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003ecreates herbs that are particularly rich in essential oils and aromas.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eThe distillery used to be in the historic heart of Cuneo and was then moved just outside of town towards the mountains, where it is now. At the heart of the building is the ancient copper pot-still that dates from 1888. \u003cstrong\u003eBordiga makes all of their own infusions, and many of the wild plants they use\u003c\/strong\u003e, such as gentian, juniper, and chamomile, are still gathered in the Alps nearby. 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He went on from there to bartend in Milan before returning to Sardinia and working with a spirits producer on the island making various traditional Sardinian spirits and developing a line of spirits for them. It was here that his creativity flourished and he began to develop his own recipes. His first idea was \u003cstrong\u003eto make Torino-style red vermouth using Sardinian ingredients including the famous Sardinian red-berried Mirto plant\u003c\/strong\u003e, in part to honor the historical connection between Piedmont and Sardinia. He says when vermouth was born in 1786 in Torino, Piedmont was part of the Kingdom of Sardinia and Emilio believes they used Sardinian Moscato wine as part of the blend. He has vermouth made to his recipe, partly in Sardinia and partly by a well-known vermouth producer near Asti, in Piedmont. Where possible \u003cstrong\u003ehe uses Sardinian ingredients, many of which are foraged\u003c\/strong\u003e (rather than cultivated), while the base wines come from both regions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUnder the Macchia line that he started in 2014\u003c\/strong\u003e with red vermouth, he has since developed recipes for a white vermouth as well as a Sardinian gin and bitter. Ever the entrepreneur, in 2017 he opened a small bar and high-quality spirits boutique called Spirits Boutique in Olbia, the charming and historic port town at the north-eastern tip of the island, the entry point for those visiting the Costa Smeralda; and later in 2019, he opened another bar called Spritz \u0026amp; Tonic, serving only Spritz and Tonic drinks using high-quality spirits that he meticulously sources from Italy and around the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\"\u003eNamed after the Mistral, a fierce north-westerly wind that blows in the spring, \u003cstrong\u003eMacchia’s white vermouth is based on Vermentino and Moscato\u003c\/strong\u003e wines from Sardinia (Olbia is a center of Vermentino production). \u003cstrong\u003eThe 18 botanical substances individually infused in pure grain alcohol\u003c\/strong\u003e before being added to the blend include myrtle* leaves, flowers and berries; a very distinctive local citrus type called Pompia*; and elderflower*, chamomile*, helichrysum,* licorice*, mint*, juniper berry*, orange, and lemon. 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It's a true wonder. Brachetto is a grape most frequently produced in Acqui as the red, sparkling, semi-sweet wine akin to Moscato d'Asti. Here, it is fermented dry and blended with Barbera, which is Hilberg's specialty. \u003cstrong\u003eServe this wine lightly chilled.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe small Roero estate of Annette Hilberg and Michele Pasquero is one of my favorite sources for pure, hand-crafted wines that highlight the unique qualities of this terroir. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe great grandfather of Michele Pasquero, current co-owner of the \u003cstrong\u003eHilberg-Pasquero estate, began producing wines in the family name in 1915.\u003c\/strong\u003e Today, Michele continues his family’s tradition of excellence, undoubtedly proving himself one of the industry’s rising stars. His diverse interests include biodynamic farming and innovative cultivation techniques. Expert use of \u003cstrong\u003ehis estate’s varied soil types has allowed him to produce some of the best wines to come from Piedmont\u003c\/strong\u003e in recent years.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAging: 12 months in stainless steel tanks\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eRed Wine. 75% Brachetto, 25% Barbera. The wine showcases a ruby red color. On the nose, a fresh bouquet of roses, geraniums, cloves, and strawberries climbs into the nostrils. The nose here is alluring and unbelievable! The palate is silky and fresh on entry with long finish. Silky and and fresh in the entry, the body is dry and with long persistence, with a hint of bitterness that improves drinkability not a sweet wine, but a caressing approach that makes it easy to understand. 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Together, \u003cstrong\u003ePiero and Francesca are solely responsible for the resurrection of arguably Piedmont's greatest white variety!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFun fact: The word Arneis means \"naughty boy\" in the local Piedmontese, due to the difficulty of growing the varietal and producing quality wine in the past.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e 100% Arneis. An extremely\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e elegant wine, its color, with its slight suggestion of straw-yellow, forebodes a very peculiar scent of wildflowers and fruits such as pears, pineapples, passion-fruits. The same sensations recur in the mouth, magnified by a long-lasting, full and harmonious taste. 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Winemaker \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eMaurizio Delpero lets the vineyard and terroir shine through in the wines producing approx. 200,000 bottles annually. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eFun fact: The word Arneis means \"naughty boy\" in the local Piedmontese, due to the difficulty of growing the varietal and producing quality wine in the past.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eTasting Notes:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e White Wine. 100% Arneis. In the glass, the wine displays \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ebright straw yellow core.\u003c\/span\u003e On the nose, the wine is \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003efresh, floral, and with scents of fresh fruit with white flowers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The palate is smooth and\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e fresh full of apple and pear with a hint almond.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-justify\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReviews\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNYR\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e***Free Shipping on 12 bottles of this wine***\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Cascina Boschetti Gomba","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32886894755943,"sku":"CBGRA18","price":15.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0150\/0646\/products\/2018CascinaBoschettiGombaRoeroArneis.jpg?v=1627049538"},{"product_id":"2016-travaglini-gattinara-docg","title":"2016 Travaglini Gattinara DOCG","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePioneer in the Region\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e93 Point Baby Barolo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePiedmont's Hidden Gem\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHistorical Region, Older Than Barolo\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping on 12 or More Bottles\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003c!-- accordion --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the Wine\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Travaglini family has owned land in Gattinara since the beginning of the 19th century. They farmed a few hectares of land and produced wine for local consumption. The small winery started with Clemente Travaglini, who was succeeded by his son Arturo. It was not until 1958 however, when Arturo’s son, Giancarlo, established the eponymous Travaglini Estate Winery. It was Giancarlo who recognized a greater potential in Gattinara and \u003cstrong\u003eexecuted groundbreaking changes in his vineyards and cellar, unseen before in the appellation\u003c\/strong\u003e. He pioneered research into improving viticultural methods, such as high-density planting, 100% hand-harvesting, and Guyot vine training; today commonly practiced throughout the Appellation. \u003cstrong\u003eHis passion for Nebbiolo helped raise the profile of Gattinara, a commitment that has been carried on through the generations.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDriven by a passion for exceptional Nebbiolo, the Travaglini family has been \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eproducing remarkable, limited-production wines from their eponymous estate in Gattinara for four generations.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Gattinara plays an important role in Italian viticulture, but until a couple of decades after the turn of the century, this beautiful region of Alto Piemonte was nearly forgotten. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA winemaking region older than Barolo\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, Gattinara covered almost 600 hectares by the end of the 1800s, making it one of the largest in Northern Europe. The phylloxera plague, coupled with a devastating hail storm in 1905, completely destroyed the region, and wine production in Gattinara was abandoned.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis small appellation lies in the rocky foothills of the Monte Rosa range, where ventilating winds blow down from the nearby Alps. Soils are rocky and rich in porphyry, granite, and iron, imparting a reddish color in the soil. Similar in composition to the Alps, Monte Rosa’s sedimentary rocks is highly acidic, due to low levels of calcium carbonate and magnesium, and an absence of calcium. \u003cstrong\u003eVines grown in this rare soil produce grapes with a unique flavor profile,\u003c\/strong\u003e as well as high acidity and tannins. Its northern, mountainous location experiences a continental climate, with very cold winters, warm, sunny summers, and a strong diurnal temperature shift.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAging: 2 Years in used \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eSlavonian Oak casks\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e Red Wine. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e100% Nebbiolo. \u003c\/span\u003eThe Gattinara best expresses the classic qualities of the appellation; it is a wine with marked minerality and complexity. Deep ruby red in color with garnet reflections. On the nose, aromas of red fruit, blackberry, plum, and licorice with hints of vanilla and leather. Full-bodied palate, with intense flavors of cherry, raspberry, and spice culminating in a long and smooth finish. Outstanding with red meat, game, and hard cheeses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eReviews\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003carticle id=\"post-111723\" class=\"post-111723 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-articles pmpro-has-access\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"entry-content\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"entry-child-tasting_note\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tasting_note post-block\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"row accordion-body\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"warp-content\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col-md-7 col-sm-5 col-xs-12\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003carticle id=\"post-111723\" class=\"post-111723 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-articles pmpro-has-access\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"entry-content\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"entry-child-tasting_note\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tasting_note post-block\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"row accordion-body\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"warp-content\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col-md-7 col-sm-5 col-xs-12\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"description\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003ePackaged in that trademark bottle that feels so good in the palm of your hand, the Travaglini 2016 Gattinara offers aromas of forest berry, wild rose, tar, and licorice, and there's a slightly exotic aroma as well that hints at Asian spice or church incense. It's a very faint accent that appears as the wine opens slowly in the glass. There is beautiful harmony and complexity here, and you can pick up on that slightly sweet note of peach or sun-dried apricot that I associate with Nebbiolo from the Gattinara appellation. This is a classic expression that shows the firmness and acidity to promise a smooth future aging process. Production is big with 180,000 12-bottle cases produced. ~93 Robert Parker\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"description\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eBeautiful freshness and poise to this Gattanara with nutmeg, dried rose petals, saffron, and cinnamon. A finely constructed structure follows with velvety, steely tannins, and a spiced, chewy finish. Drink from 2021. ~ 93 James Suckling\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/article\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/article\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e***Free Shipping on 12 or More Bottles of This Wine*** \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Travaglini","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32905294020711,"sku":"TGDOCG16","price":33.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0150\/0646\/products\/2016TravagliniGattinaraDOCG.jpg?v=1605914492"},{"product_id":"2016-il-falchetto-pian-scorrone-barbera-dasti","title":"2016 Il Falchetto Pian Scorrone Barbera d'Asti","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e97 Point Vintage, Rober Parker\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSingle-Vineyard Barbera d'Asti\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFamily Owned \u0026amp; Operated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping on 12 or More Bottles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003c!-- accordion --\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"block-cdc7788fd4733fa93371\" data-block-type=\"2\" class=\"sqs-block html-block sqs-block-html\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-justify\"\u003eAbout the Wine\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"text-justify\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe Forno name dates back as far back as the 1600s when it comes to winemaking in Northern Italy. The Il Falchetto estate was founded in 1940 by \u003c\/span\u003ePietro Forno who, at the time, was exclusively producing Moscato d'Asti. Spanning four generations, the Estate has flown under the radar and grown into \u003cstrong\u003ea sleeping giant, producing outstanding single vineyard wines in Northern Italy's Piedmont region.\u003c\/strong\u003e Today the estate is run by brothers Giorgio, Fabrizio, and Adriano Forno who cultivate \u003cstrong\u003enine different varieties \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eproducing only top quality, single-vineyard wines\u003c\/strong\u003e, and offering the highest expression of variety in every single bottle! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"text-justify\"\u003eThe history of Barolo and Barbaresco have lauded Piedmont as one of the primer wine regions of the world. This legendary region in the NE of Italy has much more to offer than the King and Queen of Italian wine. Amongst a wealth of riches, Barbera is Piedmont's hidden gem! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"text-justify\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e: 100% Barbera. The 2016 Barbera d'Asti expresses freshness red fruits, pleasant fruitfulness, good structure, balanced acidity, and a softness that brings it all together. It is the classic \"happy hour\" wine, suitable with canapés and sliced ham and salami.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-justify\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReviews\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNYR\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e***Free Shipping on 12 or More Bottles of This Wine***\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Il Falchetto","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32924298838119,"sku":"IFPSBDA16","price":19.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0150\/0646\/products\/2016IlFalchettoPianScorroneBarberadAsti.jpg?v=1605912482"},{"product_id":"2011-nada-fiorenzo-seifile-langhe-rosso","title":"2011 Nada Fiorenzo 'Seifile' Langhe Rosso","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e93 AG Barbera \u0026amp; Nebbiolo Blend\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFamily Owned \u0026amp; Operated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall Production, High Quality\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAntonio Galloni Darling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping on 12 or More Bottles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003c!-- accordion --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sqs-block html-block sqs-block-html\" data-block-type=\"2\" id=\"block-cdc7788fd4733fa93371\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-justify\"\u003eAbout the Wine\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"text-justify\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003ehistory of \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNada Fiorenzo begins in 1921\u003c\/strong\u003e when Carolo Nada purchased an abandoned farmhouse and began producing wine to sell to local restaurants. It wasn't until 1982 that the estate produced and bottled its first wine under the \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNada Fiorenzo label. Today, fourth-generation winemaker Danilo Nada carries the touch \u003cstrong\u003efocusing on lowering the quantity and raising the overall quality of the Estate produced wines\u003c\/strong\u003e. Danilo produces world-class single vineyard Barbaresco along with a variety of classic Northern Italian varieties. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"text-justify\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e“Bruno Nada is one of the most underrated and overlooked growers in Piedmont” ~Antonio Galloni\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"text-justify\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSeifile means \"six rows\" and refers to the few vineyard rows of Nebbiolo that pepper this Langhe Barbera blend.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"text-justify\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe history of Barolo and Barbaresco have lauded Piedmont as one of the premier wine regions of the world. This legendary region in the NE of Italy has much more to offer than the King and Queen of Italian wine. Amongst a wealth of riches, Barbera is Piedmont's hidden gem! \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"text-justify\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAging: 18 months in Barrique\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"text-justify\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e: 80% Barbera and 20% Nebbiolo. The 2011 Seifile embodies the richness and harmony of \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eold vines Barbera and the austerity of Rombone's Nebbiolo. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAn inexhaustible source of aromas and flavors, bright red fruits, and floral undertones lead this wine whole the superb texture and intensity of flavor leave you wanting more. Enjoy alongside\u003c\/span\u003e foods rich in flavors, pasta, red meats, and cheeses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-justify\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReviews\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 2011 Seifile is another large-scale wine full of vintage 2011 intensity. Here the 20% Nebbiolo adds a kick of freshness that is quite welcome. \u003cstrong\u003eLayers of dark inky fruit build through to the finish, where hints of spice, leather, and tobacco add attractive shades of nuance.\u003c\/strong\u003e ~93 Antonio Galloni\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e***Free Shipping on 12 or More Bottles of This Wine***\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nada Fiorenzo Seifile","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32924947251303,"sku":"NFSLR11","price":39.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0150\/0646\/products\/2011NadaFiorenzo_Seifile_LangheRosso.jpg?v=1605912998"},{"product_id":"2015-vigneti-massa-sentieri-barbera","title":"2015 Vigneti Massa 'Sentieri' Barbera","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTop Producer in Piedmont \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbsurdly Great Value\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNative Homeland for Barbera\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping on 12 or More Bottles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003c!-- accordion --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sqs-block html-block sqs-block-html\" data-block-type=\"2\" id=\"block-cdc7788fd4733fa93371\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-justify\"\u003eAbout the Wine\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"text-justify\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWalter Massa is the real deal\u003c\/strong\u003e: a \u003cem\u003econtadino\u003c\/em\u003e (farmer) with deep family roots in his native Colli Tortonesi who’s usually plowing his vineyards or buzzing around his cellar when someone arrives for a visit. He’ll then stop to spend hours showing around, pouring wines for, and talking with the continual waves of journalists, sommeliers, importers, buyers, and just plain fans who make their way to his village of Monleale in the southeast corner of Piemonte. Massa is universally known as the Maestro of Timorasso — he rescued it from obscurity and near-extinction and now leads a mini-renaissance of the variety in the Colli Tortonesi. But \u003cstrong\u003ehe also produces amazing and distinctive reds from the local varieties Barbera, Croatina, Freisa, and Nebbiolo.\u003c\/strong\u003e Besides being one of Italy’s truly great producers, he’s a stellar example of what the Italians call a \u003cem\u003epersonaggio\u003c\/em\u003e — a real personality. \u003cstrong\u003eWe are lucky to have him and his wines.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"text-justify\" style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA pretty rather than burly Barbera from the leading producer in the Colli Tortonesi (southeast Piemonte). \u003cstrong\u003eThis wine demonstrates that Walter Massa is an able and versatile “Barberista”, displaying the magic touch.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"text-justify\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e: Red Wine. 100% Barbera. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSwirls of Barbera fruit (raspberry, cherry – more red than black fruits). Briefer maceration makes this wine higher-toned and less burly than most of Walter’s Barberas. Cranberry acidity gives a delicious and tight-knit texture.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"text-justify\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReviews\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e***Free Shipping on 12 or More Bottles of This Wine***\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vigneti Massa Sentieri","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":37274710474928,"sku":"VMSB15","price":24.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0150\/0646\/products\/2015VignetiMassa_Sentieri_Barbera.jpg?v=1605909847"},{"product_id":"2016-gaja-barbaresco-docg","title":"2016 Gaja Barbaresco DOCG","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e98 Point Barbaresco, Wine Enthusiast\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eElite Winemaking Pedigree\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e98 Point Vintage, Wine Spectator\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e93+ Since 2003\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree Shipping on 12 or More Bottles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\u003c!-- accordion --\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the Wine\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis wine is considered the flagship wine of the Gaja portfolio\u003c\/strong\u003e. Sourced from across the 14 vast vineyard holdings of the Gaja family, \u003cstrong\u003ethis is a wine that best represents a vintage\u003c\/strong\u003e. 2014 was an outstanding vintage (95+ rated by VM). An elegant dame, the super fine tannins make the mouth pucker. Brickish red in color, \u003cstrong\u003ethe wine explodes in the mouth with an amazingly long finish\u003c\/strong\u003e. With decanting, this wine is already enjoyable, but the patient collector will enjoy the wine in 2022 and for up to 25 years. To learn more about this amazing grape and the wines from it, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.bighammerwines.com\/blogs\/wine-regions\/so-what-is-the-difference-between-barolo-and-barbaresco\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003eclick here.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Gaja family landed in Piemonte from Spain in the 17th century. Following WWII, Giovanni Gaja acquired large vineyard holdings in the area. His son, Angelo, \u003cstrong\u003eis considered one of the pioneers of modern winemaking in Italy\u003c\/strong\u003e. After studying wine in Montpellier, he was one of the first to bring French techniques such as barrique barrel aging, malolactic fermentation, and modern technical innovations. Yet, he continued to implement extended macerations following fermentation. By raising the level and recognition of Nebbiolo, Angelo Gaja \u003cstrong\u003ehas been commended by every major wine publication in the world and acknowledged as an innovator\u003c\/strong\u003e. Today, his two daughters Gaia and Rossana manage the extensive land holdings and global distribution of this important brand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eReviews\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAromas of rose, red berry, and eucalyptus mingle with whiffs of exotic spice on the gorgeous, fragrant red. \u003cstrong\u003eLoaded with finesse and tension\u003c\/strong\u003e, the elegant, structured palate delivers crushed raspberry, white pepper, and star anise set against fresh acidity and taut, lithe tannins.\u003cstrong\u003e It’s already compelling but hold for even more complexity\u003c\/strong\u003e. Drink 2022–2036. ~98 Cellar Selection Wine Enthusiast\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis gorgeous red evokes rose, strawberry, raspberry, and cherry fruit, shaded by tobacco, tar, and wild thyme notes. Pure, sleek, and intense, with a firm base of tannins and vibrant acidity for support. \u003cstrong\u003eThis should evolve beautifully\u003c\/strong\u003e. Be patient. Best from 2022 through 2043. ~96 Wine Spectator\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eI tasted this wine over two sittings, one at the winery and one at my home office a few weeks later. Although I can't claim any extraordinary differences between the two sessions, I noticed a few minimal shifts that are essential to understanding the wine's future aging ability. The 2016 Barbaresco starts off slow at first, showing a small margin of aromatic evolution in the glass. But come back two hours later, and \u003cstrong\u003eyou can almost hear the soft sounds of the symphony playing just below the surface\u003c\/strong\u003e. The 2016 vintage is characterized by the solid intensity and firmness of its aromas, which transcend fruit and veer toward balsamic herb, licorice, tar and smoke instead. The tannins offer a moment of sweetness and softness, before you are aware of their undeniable firmness. In all, there is a certain glossiness or satiny quality to the mouthfeel that underlines the wine's carefully crafted integration. I would describe this as \u003cstrong\u003ea classic and also a somewhat austere Barbaresco\u003c\/strong\u003e that fully deserves extra cellar time to stretch those tight muscles and grow in volume. \u003cstrong\u003eThis wine will award those who wait\u003c\/strong\u003e. ~96 Robert Parker\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis is all about finesse with power\u003c\/strong\u003e. Such great length here with ever so refined tannins and precise strawberry, cedar, dried-rose and mineral character. Medium body. Fresh and vivid finish. Hard not to drink now, but wait until at least 2021. ~96 James Suckling\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe Gaja family calls 2016 one of the best vintages they have ever experienced, with a long, slow ripening period without heat stress or disease pressure. \u003cstrong\u003eThat balance comes through in this suave, elegant Barbaresco\u003c\/strong\u003e. It smells of soft rose petals and tastes of juicy cherries and spiced raspberries, the flavors gliding along smooth, ripe tannins. With air, the wine picks up energy and depth, moving into a long, vibrant finish. ~96 Wine \u0026amp; Spirits\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe 2016 Barbaresco showed beautifully\u003c\/strong\u003e, with a classical yet seductive and sweetly fruited style that's going to evolve gracefully. Medium ruby-hued, with a core of sweet red fruits balanced by classic dried flowers, licorice, asphalt, and medicinal herbs, \u003cstrong\u003eit hits the palate with medium-bodied richness that carries impress sweet fruit as well as building tannins\u003c\/strong\u003e. Barbaresco doesn't get more classic, and while it has a sunny, sweetly fruited style, it also has ample underlying tannins and structure, so give bottles 4-5 years. 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