Barolo

Ein wunderbares Geschöpf ist der Barolo 2016 von Batasiolo. Anspruchsvoller Duft nach Leder und Lakritze, Trockenblumen und Unterholz. Geradlinig verfolgt der runde, duftentsprechende Geschmack seinen Weg in das persistente Finale. SUPERIORE.DE

"This is a solid Barolo with strawberry, meat, walnut and tar aromas and flavors. It’s full-bodied with rich fruit and tannins. Muscular, yet there’s elegance and polish to it at the same time." James Suckling

"Herbal and red fruit nose. Palate has a soft sweetness at the front which opens into warm earth, spices and autumnal notes. Lovely tannins. Long finish." Decanter

Barolo Paesi Tuoi wurde nach dem Roman von Cesare Paveses "Unter Bauern" von 1941 benannt. Dunkel leuchtendes Rubinrot. Weiter, warmer Duft nach Sauerkirschen, Waldfrüchten, Leder und Minze. Im ausdrucksstarken Geschmack harmonisch einnehmend mit klarer Frucht und seidigen Tanninen. Ein sauber vinifizierter, genussreifer Barolo mit Potenzial. SUPERIORE.DE

"Offenherzig schimmerndes Ziegelrot mit Rubinrotem Kern. Im Bukett nach reifen Pflaumen und schwarzen Holunderbeeren, dazu Lavendel und Minze, auch etwas erdig im Anklang. Baut sich wohlig auf, zeigt feinverwobenen Gerbstoff, füllig im Trunk mit gutem Schmelz, kompakt, im Abgang stimmig." Falstaff

"Sweet cherries and strawberries with flowers and citrus on the nose. It’s medium-to full-bodied with tannins that grow on the palate. Yet, they are balanced and refined. Give this a year or two to come together and soften slightly. Try after 2023." James Suckling

Die Nebbiolo-Trauben von Matteos Einstiegs-Barolo stammen aus seinen drei Lagen Serralunga d'Alba, La Morra und Verduno. Leuchtendes Granatrot. Präzise abgestimmtes Bouquet nach Waldbeeren, Rosenblättern und schöner Kräuterwürze. Am Gaumen dann eine helle Säure, perfekt integrierte Tannine und eine schön herausgearbeitete Primärfrucht. Bereits in jungen Jahren sehr zugänglich, wird er dennoch mit den Jahren an Komplexität zulegen. Hervorragendes Preis-Leistungsverhältnis! SUPERIORE.DE

"This Barolo represents a blend of fruit from Serralunga d'Alba, La Morra and Verduno, so you get a bit of structure, freshness and floral intensity, all in that order. The Ascheri 2017 Barolo is a dark and sultry expression with dark cherry and plum, followed by tilled earth and light spice. That characteristic 2017 tannin does come through, and you are best off giving this wine more time to age. Because Matteo Ascheri skipped over his cru expression in 2017 (Sorano, Coste & Bricco, Ascheri and Pisapola), you'll find that fruit blended in this wine instead." Robert Parker

Barolo Essenze besteht aus einer Traubenkollektion von sechs verschiedenen Weinbergen: Bussia in Monforte, Annunziata in La Morra, Ravera in Novello, La Volta in Barolo, Scarrone in Castiglione Falletto und Gianetto in Serralunga. Der Wein zeigt ein makelloses Rubinrot und einen Duft mit vielfältigen Aromen von Lakritz- und Röstnoten. Souverän und üppig der Geschmack mit edlem Tannin im Finale. SUPERIORE.DE

"Sumptuous cherry and raspberry nose. Rich and voluptuous, with fine concentration and explosive fruit. Ripe but not jammy, with plenty of spice and vigour; forward but has sufficient structure to age. One for the hedonists!" Decanter

"Intense aromas of dark fruit and hints of wood, walnut and chocolate. Yet, it remains subtle and focused. Full-bodied, very dense and rich with a dusty and chewy tannin mouthfeel and a long, flavorful finish. Very attractive. Drink from 2022." James Suckling

Leuchtendes Rubingranat, intensives Bouquet mit Noten nach Lakritze und Teer, dann Rosenduft und Kirschen. Am Gaumen mit sehr feinen Tanninen, würzig, delikat und zugleich sehr satt und klar, lang und balsamisch im Finale. SUPERIORE.DE

"Just mid ruby. A subtle, balsamic, lifted nose that is a little closed and with savoury, minerally notes. Opens up with aeration to pure cherry fruit. Focused, concentrated cherry fruit with a rich layer of intense, powdery tannins. Very elegant, with real freshness and concentration at the same time." Jancis Robinson

"The 2017 Barolo Cascina Nuova is an attractive wine to drink now and over the next decade or so. Bright red-toned fruit, crushed rose petal and mint open in the glass." Vinous

"The 1.5-hectare Cascina Nuova lies at 380 metres above sea level. This wine is fermented in temperature controlled stainless steel tanks, then aged in Slavonian oak for at least 24 months. Bright garnet in the glass, tantalising blood orange aromas with peppery spice and subdued floral hints emerge. Soft, almost silky tannins give this a relatively light and approachable structure, sustained by crisp acidity and good length of fruit. It will develop complexity and more savouriness with bottle ageing." Decanter

"This wine is a sure bet from Elvio Cogno and such a steal. The 2017 Barolo Cascina Nuova delivers ample intensity and power. In this regard, it keeps faithfully in line with the expectations of a hot vintage that rendered more concentrated and sweeter fruit. However, the expert winemaking team at this estate has been able to manage any excesses or hints of over-ripeness." Robert Parker

"Attractive dried strawberry with cherry and tar on the nose. Full-bodied with powerful tannins that are dusty and intense. Very flavorful and long. Solid as a rock." James Suckling

Der 2017 Barolo del Comune di Monforte d'Alba von Domenico Clerico ist wunderschön. Von subtiler Extraktsüße, parfümiert und wunderschön gebaut zeigt der 2017er die ganze Anziehungskraft, zu der diese hochgelegene Lage fähig ist. Süße mazerierte Kirsche, Minze, Gewürze, Orangenschalen und Himbeeren verweilen im anhaltenden, leicht vibrierenden und agilen Abgang. Der 2017er wird vor allem diejenigen besonders ansprechen, die duftende und mittelschwere Barolos bevorzugen. SUPERIORE.DE

"Leuchtendes, aufhellendes Granatrot. Ansprechende Nase mit Noten nach Granatapfel, Erdbeere, dazu Siegellack, Safran und etwas Lorbeerblatt. Feinmaschiges, griffiges Tannin, charakterisiert den Verlauf, feine Himbeerfrucht, im Finale feiner süßer Schmelz, tiefgründig." Falstaff

"Despite an austere tannic finish - rather common in the 2017 vintage - this is a very good example of a classic Barolo. It's a blend of vineyards in Monforte d'Alba, which suggests it will have more structure and less fruit than, for example, Barolo or La Morra, and this bears out when tasting it. Extremely pale ruby in colour - not garnet yet - it shows an intense nose of dried cherry and violet, with whiffs of tar and liquorice. On the palate it has an aristocratic character, with some fresh fruit flavours including a touch of blood orange, but it's firm and quite austere, underlined by crisp acidity and not totally balanced by the fruit." Decanter

"Here's an interesting change. The classic Barolo from Domenico Clerico is now labeled with its village name. The 2017 Barolo del Comune di Monforte d'Alba pours from the bottle with a bright garnet color and a medium-rich appearance. Fruit is sourced from the lower part of Pajana, the youngest vines in Ciabot Mentin and the lower part of Percristina. The wine reveals a classic profile of the Nebbiolo grape, revealing dark cherry, cassis, smoke, tar and licorice. It shows a lean and almost delicate fiber with polished and silky tannins." Robert Parker

"A firm, structured 2017 with pretty balance and finesse for the vintage. Medium-to full-bodied with tight, integrated tannins and a fresh and bright finish. Attractive strawberry and cherry character." James Suckling

Brillantes Rubinrot, in der Nase ein vollreifes Beerenbouquet mit warmer Würz-, Pilz- und Kakaonote. Am Gaumen reich und saftig mit süßem Eichenholz und üppiger Frucht. Ravera Riserva mündet in einem festen Abschluss, in dem sich abermals die reife Frucht und ein poliertes Tannin zeigen. SUPERIORE.DE

"Dunkel leuchtendes Rubinrot mit funkelndem Kern. In der Nase zart nach Zwetschken, feiner erdiger Ton, ein Hauch Fumé, nach etwas Zeit feine Kirsche und zart fleischige Nuancen. Am Gaumen mit engmaschigem Tannin und saftig-salzigem Fruchtkern, zeigt feine Balance zwischen Säure und Tannin, mit Druck, in sich stimmig mit elegantem Ausklang." Falstaff

"Full-bodied, round and robust with rich, ripe red berries, together with notes of earth. The tannins are slowly melding into the wine. Well structured. The center palate should gain further interest after at least another two years. But a long life ahead of this. Try from 2023." James Suckling

Essenze Barolo Riserva wird nur in den besten Jahrgängen vinifiziert. Er ist eine Assemblage der besten Trauben aus den Weingärten der Comune del Barolo. Ätherischer Duft, etwas Walderde, Teer, Tabak und Gewürze. Ein wunderbar ausgewogener Barolo mit feinem Säure- und Tanningerüst und schöner Fruchtkomponente - ganz im Stil des Hauses und gemacht für ein langes Leben! SUPERIORE.DE

"Ein robus­ter Wein, kraft­voll, auch mus­ku­lös mit grif­fi­gem Tan­nin und vie­len span­nen­den Facet­ten. Im Duft fri­sche Brom­bee­re und Preis­sel­bee­re mit einer Pri­se Lakritz­pul­ver, dazu der typi­sche Duft von Wald­bo­den und getrock­ne­ten Pil­zen. Der Tan­n­in­schlei­er, unter dem jun­ge Baro­lo lie­gen, hat sich schon etwas geho­ben." Jens Priewe

"Dunkel leuchtendes Rubinrot mit zart aufhellendem Rand. In der Nase leicht balsamisch mit dunkler Beerenfrucht und mildem Leder, im Nachhall nach Edelpilzen und Unterholz. Öffnet sich am Gaumen mit elegantem Schmelz und toller Dichte, ausgewogen zwischen Tannin, Säure und Frucht, spannt einen abgestimmten Bogen, kerniges Finale." Falstaff

 

Giulia Negri hätte sicher nicht den Beinamen "Barolo-Girl", wenn es diesen Wein nicht gäbe. Die Trauben für diesen Archetyp eines modern-traditionellen (sic!) Barolo stammen aus den Toplagen Brunate und Serradenari, letztere liegt in bis zu 520 m Höhenlage und die Böden sind lehmig-sandig. Die Trauben werden spontan vergoren und anschließend erfolgt der eigentliche Ausbau in großen Eichenfässern. Barriques? Fehlanzeige.

Kräftiges helles Rubinrot. Im Duft Rosenblätter, nussige Noten und kleine rote Beeren. Der feine Duft setzt sich am Gaumen fort: Auch wenn er seine Herkunft und auch die Rebsorte nicht verleugnet, ist er von einer geradezu einmaligen Eleganz und Frische, die ihn selbst in jungen Jahren als einen lebendigen und komplett vollständigen Spitzenwein identifizieren lässt. Weitere Jahre der Reife sind sicherlich kein Fehler, denn man spürt eindrucksvoll, wie sich die mit dem Alter zunehmende Komplexität zu der heute bereits unübersehbaren Finesse und Eleganz gesellt. Eine Flasche für jetzt und den Rest nicht zu weit weg in den Keller legen, bitte! SUPERIORE.DE

"The Giulia Negri 2016 Barolo La Tartufaia is a light to mid-weight expression with delicate touches of cassis, dried berry, violets and rose petal. There are earthy tones as well that slowly segue to tobacco and light spice. All said and done, the mouthfeel is light considering the power of this classic vintage, but the wine is accessible and approachable from the get-go." Robert Parker

"Menthol and eucalyptus aromas outline the strawberry, cherry and rose flavors in this sleek red. It's firm and lively, with moderate grip on the lightly chewy, iron-tinged finish." Wine Spectator

Barolo Albe stammt aus den drei Parzellen Fossati, Castello della Volta und Costa di Vergne. Brillant und fein geformt am Gaumen, ausdrucksstarke, blumige Noten verschmelzen mit leuchtend roten Früchten, Minze und gemahlenen Beeren zu einem lebendigen und markanten Barolo, der mit purer Energie und Klasse ausgestattet ist. Er ist saftig und fruchtig und nicht nur aufgrund seines vergleichsweise moderaten Preises ein klarer Kauf! SUPERIORE.DE

"Translucent ruby. Edgy, tarry nose that's very ethereal. Tannic grip and quite a bit of heat on the way there. Floats on the palate – it's certainly not heavy, and has quite enough freshness. Long and relatively open." Jancis Robinson

"Sweet, charming, and attractive with fresh and youthful aromas. Great mid-palate concentration. Multi-layered and meaty with a velvety texture." Decanter

"The 2017 Barolo Albe is exquisite. Bright and beautifully lifted, the 2017 Albe is a wine of pure and total pleasure. All the elements come together so gracefully. Crushed flowers, red berries, mint, cinnamon and lavender are some of the many notes that open in the glass. The 2017 is so nicely done in the way it captures the radiance of the year and the classicism that runs through all these wines. Vineyard sites are Fossati, Costa di Vergne and Le Volte." Vinous

"Fresh and floral aromas with plum, orange peel and some cedar follow through to a medium body with fine tannins and a fresh finish. Very drinkable now, but will improve with age." James Suckling

"Red berry, rose and camphor aromas waft out of the glass. Tangy and delicious, the smooth, full-bodied palate doles out ripe Marasca cherry, fleshy raspberry and hints of ground baking spice framed in taut, polished tannins. It's already accessible but also has good midterm aging potential." Wine Enthusiast

"This is one of the most accessible and trustworthy wines you can buy from Piedmont. Keeping in line with past vintages, the G.D. Vajra 2017 Barolo Albe opens to medium concentration and a very expressive or fruit-forward bouquet. This hot-climate 2017 edition shows a little more ripeness and roundness as is to be expected, but these results are a safe bet nonetheless. Cherry and raspberry aromas are followed by blue flower and pressed violets. Set this bottle aside for medium or long-term drinking." Robert Parker

Boscareto aus Serralunga d'Alba duftet intensiv nach Leder und Lakritz, Trockenblumen und Unterholz, geradlinig verfolgt der runde, duftentsprechende Geschmack seinen Weg ins anhaltende Finale. SUPERIORE.DE

"Beni di Batasiolo makes two top-end single-vineyard Baroli, and the 2016 Barolo Boscareto is one of those. This wine sees fruit from Serralunga d'Alba and therefore represents the bolder and more powerful of the two. But in all honesty, the differences are minimal, especially in a vintage such as 2016 that so successfully brings out the purity of the fruit across all vineyard sites." Robert Parker

"Savoury nose with baked earth and blackberry fruit. Palate is extracted, with a core of sweetness and a rasp of tannin. Long finish." Decanter

"Aromas of flowers, cedar, strawberries and chocolate follow through to a full body, with a solid core of fruit and tannins and a chewy finish. Needs time to soften." James Suckling

Die Trauben für den granatroten Cerequio gedeihen in La Morra. Das Bouquet präsentiert sich unverwchselbar balsamisch nach frischen Blumen, Brombeeren, getrockneten Pilzen, mit würzigen Noten und der Erinnerung an Weihrauch und etwas Baumrinde. Am Gaumen harmoniert die delikate Fruchtfülle mit einer raffinierten  Aromatik von Tabak und Kaffee. Festes Tannin, gutes Säuregerüst, dabei elegant und ausgewogen. SUPERIORE.DE

"Aromas of red berry, forest floor, rose petal and leather lead the nose. The structured, balanced palate offers red cherry, white pepper, clove and a hint of truffle alongside fine-grained tannins and bright acidity." Wine Enthusiast

"The lavender, light tar and ripe-strawberry aromas are really beautiful. Medium-to full-bodied with chewy yet refined tannins. Focused and flavorful." James Suckling

Barolo Brunate, Cru aus La Morra, zeigt die charakteristische Kraft und Definition seines Terroirs. Die dunkle Frucht ist umhüllt von Schokolade und exotischen Gewürzen, feste Tannine und feine Eichenholznuancen geben zusammen mit der straffen Säureader Länge und Langlebigkeit. SUPERIORE.DE

"Scents of raspberries and crystallised fruit. Palate is ripe and rich with fine and full tannins; great ageing potential." Decanter

"The Beni di Batasiolo 2016 Barolo Brunate offers a hint of ripe fruit with an open-knit or immediately welcoming approach. There is dark currant and cassis, followed by spice, earthy tones and a whisper of black truffle. In addition to that full-spectrum bouquet, this wine delivers solid fruit weight and concentration. The finish is long and driven by silky tannins." Robert Parker

"Complex and decadent with ripe strawberries, smoke and lavender. Some burnt-orange undertones. Full-bodied, tight and chewy with lots of tannins. Needs time to soften and open." James Suckling

Die Trauben für den granatroten Cerequio gedeihen in La Morra. Das Bouquet präsentiert sich unverwchselbar balsamisch nach frischen Blumen, Brombeeren, getrockneten Pilzen, mit würzigen Noten und der Erinnerung an Weihrauch und etwas Baumrinde. Am Gaumen harmoniert die delikate Fruchtfülle mit einer raffinierten  Aromatik von Tabak und Kaffee. Festes Tannin, gutes Säuregerüst, dabei fokussiert, elegant und ausgewogen. SUPERIORE.DE

"Perfumed and very pretty with aromas of ripe strawberries, dried flowers and sandalwood that follow through to a full-bodied, tight and compact palate. Give it a year or two to open, but already impressive." James Suckling

"Pure and fragrant nose with floral notes and sweet red berries. Palate has a richness to it with fine texture; tannins are full and fine beneath layers of complexity. This is a lovely drink. Captivating." Decanter

Batasiolos Bussia kommt vom Weinberg Bofani in Monforte d'Alba. Ein Barolo im klassischen Stil mit der außergewöhnlich hohen Qualität des Jahrgangs 2016, der eine lange Entwicklung verspricht. Vielschichtige Aromen, knackige Frucht, robuste Säure und feste Tannine bilden einen strukturierten, harmonischen Eindruck. SUPERIORE.DE

"Toasty raspberry nose. Very rich and concentrated, with admirable depth of fruit and grip. Evidently youthful, but has power and intensity. The firm tannins give ample structure and this will go the distance. Long, chocolatey finish." Decanter

Barolo Vigneto Garretti duftet einladend floral nach kleinen, weißen Blüten, Beeren und Gewürzen. Am Gaumen Frische, mittlerer Körper und feste Tannine, man spürt das große Potenzial. Barolo Garretti ist ein Wein von den Hängen des La Spinetta-Anwesens in Grinzane Cavour. Zuvor wurden diese Trauben im Barolo Campé verwendet. SUPERIORE.DE

"With a lion on its front label to represent Barolo, the "King of Wines," the La Spinetta 2017 Barolo Garretti is a wine of depth, dark fruit and concentration. This vintage delivers power and lots of momentum that you feel in the weight of the fruit, the aromatic intensity and the structure. The wine's alcohol measures 14.5%, and that, too, contributes to the overall brawn and muscle. This appears very youthful and still nervous, so put it aside in your cellar for best results." Robert Parker

"Lots of dried roses with stems to the strawberry and cherry character. It’s full-bodied and chewy with lots of fruit and wood tannins that pucker your mouth now. But it should come around nicely with bottle age. Try after 2023." James Suckling

Der Barolo del Comune di Serralunga d'Alba ist der zugänglichste unter den drei Baroli von Luigi Baudana. Präzise Frucht mit wundervollen Tönen von schwarzer Kirsche, Pflaume und Cassis. Die Intensität der charakteristischen Nebbiolo-Lakritze und Cola tritt in diesem Wein etwas zurück, da die dunkle Frucht die führende Kraft ist. Dieser Jahrgang bringt die Säure und die natürliche Struktur mit, um den Wein für 10 Jahre oder weiter zu tragen. Und so ist es nicht verwunderlich, dass dieser Barolo noch einige Jahre benötigt, um seine volle Klasse und Finesse zu entfalten. SUPERIORE.DE

"The Luigi Baudana 2017 Barolo del Comune di Serralunga d'Alba reveals a robust and fruit-forward bouquet, with pressed blackberry and plum, followed by licorice, iron ore and some of the candied orange aromas that often come with fruit from Serralunga d'Alba. The wine is tight in terms of structure, and you feel its strength, but ultimately the sensations are polished and smooth. There are no rough edges to these well-managed tannins, and this is especially impressive in an unruly vintage such as 2017." Robert Parker

"The 2017 Barolo del Comune di Serralunga d'Alba may very well turn out to be one of the best wines of the year in its peer group. Dark and wonderfully expressive, yet also light on its feet for a Serralunga Barolo, the 2017 has so much going on. Black cherry, plum, spice, gravel, cured meats, lavender and sage all meld together in this dark yet translucent Barolo." Vinous

"A bright, cherry- and strawberry-infused red, with details of rose, eucalyptus and mineral. Linear in profile, firmly structured and ends with mineral and spice accents." Wine Spectator

Barolo Castiglione ist der preiswerteste der fünf Barolo des Hauses und demonstriert eindrucksvoll das hohe Niveau Viettis. Er beginnt seinen großen Auftritt mit dichten Aromen von getrockneten Kirschen, Pflaumen und Teer und fügt dann Noten von weißen Blumen und Gewürzen an. Es folgen mineralische Schattierungen und Erinnerungen an Rauchfleisch. Am Gaumen ebenso vielschichtig und komplex, griffig die seidigen Tannine. Er besitzt bereits in jüngeren Jahren eine feine Frucht und Finesse, die ihn als einen der herausragenden Vertreter der Appellation identifiziert. SUPERIORE.DE

"The 2017 Barolo Castiglione is a wild, exotic wine. Super-ripe red cherry, kirsch, cinnamon, tobacco, new leather and rose petal all flesh out in this ample, voluptuous Barolo from Vietti. The 2017 is a wine of significant heft hidden behind a wall of tannin. Give it a few years to soften or open it well in advance. Time brings out striking translucence as well as finesse." Vinous

"This is one of the most versatile wines to emerge from Italy in recent years. A bread and butter winner for Vietti, the 2017 Barolo Castiglione is sharply contoured and bright, with an excellent quality of fruit that can be described as crisp, tonic and rich. That extra concentration comes in part from the hot vintage; however, the greater Castiglione growing area delivers consistent quality and persistence above all else." Robert Parker

"There’s such purity of fruit to this with both dried and ripe strawberries and citrus rind. It’s full-bodied and structured with layers of ripe tannins that are fine and polished. Tight at the end. Give this two or three years to open and soften." James Suckling

Volles Bouquet aus dunklen Früchten, Gewürzen, Teer, Rauch und Waldpilzen. Kräftig am Gaumen mit viel Beerenfrucht, schöne innere Süße und beachtliche Säureader, klassisch zupackende Tannine und ein reicher, langer Abgang. SUPERIORE.DE

"Very bright red-flower aromas with fresh notes of orange zest and chamomile. The palate has a succulent, bright and juicy core of bright red-cherry flavor, fine and succulent tannins and a pure, fresh finish." James Suckling

"The 2015 Barolo Bussia is a very pretty, effusive wine that will drink well right out of the gate. Spice and floral notes open first. Silky and pliant, with lovely depth, the 2015 is so expressive today. Fine mineral notes extend the finish effortlessly while adding freshness and cut to balance the open-knit fruit. Readers looking for a Barolo to drink now will find so much to admire in the 2015 Bussia." Vinous

"The 2015 Barolo Bussia offers a deeper level of identity, grit and structure compared to the estate's Barolo from San Giusepppe. This wine reveals a tight inner core of fruit with lovely contours of spice, leather, tar, licorice and dried violets. You get a clean sense of the grape without too many bells or whistles. The finish is elegant and fine. Pair it with an authentic tajarin and white truffle shavings." Robert Parker

"A sleek red, displaying cherry, strawberry, floral, earth and tobacco flavors. Starts out with a fleshy feel, firming up as this winds down on the finish. Balanced and refreshing, lingering with earth, tobacco and spice notes in the end." Wine Spectator

Warmes Granatrot. Im Bouquet Kirsche, Rosenholz und etwas Teer. Durch und durch mächtiger, maskuliner Barolo mit einem Füllhorn von Frucht, robusten Tanninen und einem höchst lebendigen Abgang. Braucht noch 5-8 Jahre bis zum Beginn der optimalen Trinkreife. SUPERIORE.DE

"Of these three new Baroli from Pecchenino, the 2016 Barolo le Coste di Monforte shows the greatest focus and sharpness. The other two wines are noticeably softer in terms of their aromatic direction compared to this wine. Le Coste di Monforte offers dark fruit, balsam herb, spice, campfire ash and ferrous earth in nicely balanced proportions. This wine sees long skin maceration times lasting 60 days (at 28 degrees Celsius), concluding with 36 months in oak cask. This gives the wine its rich flavor profile. Fruit comes from a site measuring just under a hectare at a high altitude of 450 meters above sea level. " Robert Parker

"A mix of pure cherry, raspberry, underbrush and iron are the hallmarks of this dense, powerful red. It's bracing and flirts with austerity as the steely structure exerts itself on the lingering finish. Patience required." Wine Spectator

"A ripe, velvety red with lots of ripe strawberries, chocolate and some hazelnuts. It’s full-bodied with ripe tannins and a flavorful finish. Better after 2022." James Suckling

"The 2016 Barolo Le Coste di Monforte is utterly beguiling in the glass. Rose petal, cedar, mint, sweet pipe tobacco and blood orange open first. Deep and layered on the palate, the 2016 is exceptionally beautiful and harmonious for a young Barolo. Time in the glass brings out its myriad layers of nuance." Vinous

Volles Bouquet aus dunklen Früchten, Gewürzen, Teer, Rauch und Waldpilzen. Kräftig am Gaumen mit viel Beerenfrucht, schöne innere Süße und beachtliche Säureader, klassisch zupackende Tannine und ein reicher, langer Abgang. SUPERIORE.DE

"The Pecchenino 2016 Barolo Bussia is a dark, sultry and heady expression of Nebbiolo from young vines (about 15 years old) in Monforte d'Alba. Dark cherry, plum, spice and dark iron give the wine weight and density. Compared to the 2015 vintage, I found this edition to be lighter and shorter in terms of mouthfeel, with soft tannins and an open-knit, accessible personality." Robert Parker

"Concentrated cherry and currant flavors are joined by iron, tar, eucalyptus and tobacco elements in this dense red. It stays vibrant and persistent, ending with a lightly chewy feel." Wine Spectator

"Pecchenino’s 2016 Barolo Bussia is fabulous. Dark, ample and expansive, the 2016 possesses tremendous richness and yet retains a fairly classic sense of structure. Black cherry, menthol, tobacco, licorice and incense bring out the dark, virile side of Nebbiolo. Hints of orange peel, cinnamon and star anise add layers of nuance. This muscular, potent Barolo needs time so soften, but it is impressive in the early going." Vinous

"The intense burnt oranges and rose petals are captivating here. Incense, Thai spa and candlewax add to the complexity. Tight and suggestive with bursting acidity and tensely drawn, structured tannins. Long and very vibrant and transparent. Drink from 2025." James Suckling

Dieser Spitzen-Barolo kommt von der zauberhaften Parzelle Corda della Briccolina in Serralunga d'Alba und wird als einziger der stattlichen Barolo-Riege des Hauses in Barriques ausgebaut. Granatrot mit dem betörenden Duft von Rosenblüten, Kandis, Karamell und getrocknetem Obst. Am Gaumen kraftvoll, feierlich und mit präsentem Tannin, lang und harmonisch im Abgang. SUPERIORE.DE

"Black cherry and ripe raspberry nose. Great intensity on the palate followed by firm tannin and a long, fresh finish." Decanter

"The Beni di Batasiolo 2016 Barolo Briccolina draws its fruit from Serralunga d'Alba, and you can count on more fruit weight and power as a result. This wine shows a dark garnet color with sweet cherry and blackberry highlights. Those dark fruit tones are fleshed out by spice, earthy clay and grilled herb." Robert Parker

"Rich and smoky with lots of fruit and toasted oak, yet it’s not overdone. Full body, chewy tannins and a juicy finish." James Suckling

Coste di Rose präsentiert sich geradeaus, vorwärts getrieben und beeindruckt schon in jungen Jahren mit seiner erfrischenden Offenherzigkeit. Sehr präzises Bouquet nach Kirsche, Pflaume, Lakritze, Gewürzen und Menthol, am Gaumen dann ein weit und vielschichtig gespannter Fruchtbogen mit viel Saft und Kraft, stützenden Tanninen und einem vollen, langen, mineralisch-minzigen Abgang. SUPERIORE.DE

"Youthful mid ruby. Gorgeous, savoury leafy cherry fruit on the nose. Fragrant, elegant fruit palate. Very poised and sappy and with long coating tannins supporting the fruit. Can be approached now." Jancis Robinson

"Sweet-strawberry, flower, iodine and stone aromas follow through to a full body with firm, polished tannins that show finesse and form." James Suckling

"The 2017 Barolo Coste di Rose is pretty, supple and inviting. Some of the tannins need to resolve, but this is a young Barolo after all. The Coste di Rose doesn't have the sensuality of the Albe or the pedigree of the Viole, but it nevertheless has so much to give. Crushed flowers, sweet red berry fruit, mint, crushed rocks and sage are some of the many notes that linger. I won't be surprised if the 2017 is even better than this note suggests once it softens a bit." Vinous

"With fruit from higher-elevation vineyards in the village of Barolo, the 2017 Barolo Coste di Rose is quite elegantly downplayed and fragile. The wine reveals wild berry, cassis and lots of blue flower or lilac. A pretty mineral note recalls crushed limestone and is present through the long and polished mouthfeel. This wine overperforms, considering the challenges of this vintage that saw extreme weather, from spring frost to scorching summer temperatures. These vineyard sites performed better than most." Robert Parker

"Wild berry, menthol and tilled earth aromas mingle with whiffs of dark spice. Linear and savory, the lithe palate is already immediate, featuring juicy raspberry, red cherry, crushed mint and star anise accompanied by taut, polished tannins. Tangy acidity keeps it fresh and bright." Wine Enthusiast