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. Weiter, warmer Duft nach Sauerkirschen, Leder und Minze. Der ausdrucksstarke Geschmack harmonisch einnehmend mit seidigen Tanninen. Ein sauber vinifizierter, genussreifer Barolo mit Potenzial. SUPERIORE.DE

"Dunkel leuchtendes Rubinrot. In der Nase nach satter Kirsche und satter Erdbeere, unterstützt von einer Prise rotem Pfeffer und etwas Waldfrucht. Am Gaumen ausgewogen und saftig, zeigt sich mit geschliffenem Tannin und klarer Frucht, schöne Länge, harmonisches Finish." Falstaff

"Intense aromas of rose petal, violet, underbrush and leather lead the way. Bright and focused, the palate offers red cherry, cinnamon and tobacco alongside fine-grained tannins." Wine Enthusiast

"Dusty, terracotta and berry aromas and flavors. It’s full-bodied and chewy with a solid balance of fruit and tannin. Bitter chocolate and burnt citrus to the dark fruit. Juicy. Two or three years of bottle age will make it even better." 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

Dunkles Granatrot mit schönen Reflexen. Aromen von Kirsche, Erdbeere, Eukalyptus, Tabak und Gewürzen. Ein wunderbar ausbalancierter Wein aus Frucht, feinem Säuregerüst und geschliffenem Tannin. Für uns einer der besten Vertreter seines Jahrgangs! SUPERIORE.DE

"Long established in the area of Dogliani, Pecchenino is known for first-rate Dolcetto. Holdings in Barolo are more recent and include vineyards in Bussia, Le Coste di Monforte and Ravera di Monforte - San Giuseppe blends fruit from all three for this wine. After a little coaxing, bright red fruits mingle with orange, rose and mushroom. Polished, silky tannins provide effortless support to pristine ripe fruit. This is vibrant throughout with a lingering strawberry finish, and while the structure is already approachable, its complexities will become more prominent with time in the bottle." Decanter

"Plenty of tannic clout signals this cherry and currant-flavored Barolo. Its solid structure supports the fruit and secondary notes of eucalyptus, juniper, mown hay and stone. Though slim, it persists, and there is plenty to like despite the stiff tannins." Wine Spectator

"This is a proprietary blend of Nebbiolo made by Pecchenino. The 2016 Barolo San Giuseppe is a blend of fruit from three crus. It breaks down as 35% from Le Coste di Monforte, 15% from Bussia and 50% from Ravera in Monforte. There is a sultry theme here (like we saw in the Barolo Bussia) with dark fruit, pressed blackberry, black licorice and spice. This winery tends to experiment with long skin maceration times at warm temperatures. These techniques result in the density and sheer fruit weight you get here." Robert Parker

"The 2016 Barolo San Giuseppe is a very pretty, ethereal wine. Sweet red berry fruit, flowers, mint, cinnamon and pine give the 2016 a striking upper register. Bright and translucent in the glass, with lovely depth, the 2016 is classic in bearing but also has enough fruit and mid-palate pliancy to avoid being overly austere for a young Barolo." Vinous

"Ripe and rich Barolo with dried-berry and chocolate aromas and flavors and hints of hazelnuts. It’s full-bodied with rich, ripe tannins and a flavorful finish. Give it two or three years to soften. Better after 2022." 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

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

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

"Aromas of ripe berries, cedar, truffle and eucalyptus form the nose. Linear and rather austere, the palate offers sour cherry, ground clove and a hint of black tea alongside tense tannins." Wine Enthusiast

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

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 2012 mündet in einem festen Abschluss, in dem sich abermals die reife Frucht und ein poliertes Tannin zeigen. SUPERIORE.DE

"Leuchtendes Rubinrot. Intensiver, sehr typischer Nebbiolo-Duft der feinen Art, duftige Kirschschattierungen, vor allem Wildkirsche, dazu süsser Tabak, erdige Anklänge, Rosenblätter und Lakritz. Sehr eleganter Gaumen, ungemein saftig mit süssen Gewürzen und getrockneten roten Beeren. Trotz der Kraft zeigt er eine gewisse Raffinesse mit seidigen Tanninen, pikanter Säure und zarter Adstringenz, was dem Wein eine pfeffrige Frische und Animation gibt. Ein rassiger Ravera!" Weinwisser

"Mid ruby with orange tinges. Perfumed cherry and sweet raspberry with malty notes ad wet, dark earth and spice - perhaps this has seen a little new oak? full sour cherry palate completely filling out the palate , but still a little embryonic. Lots of polished coating tannins framing the ripe, supple fruit. Can already be approached, but a steak should be taken into account." Jancis Robinson

"Aromas of fresh mushrooms, blueberries and plums with orange peel follow through to a full body with layers of ripe tannins and fruit. A long and flavorful finish. Loads going on here still. Just starting to come around." James Suckling

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

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

"The 2016 Barolo Vigneto Garretti is bold, racy and super-expressive. Succulent dark cherry, lavender, spice, menthol, red flowers, licorice, and French oak all meld together in this creamy, racy wine from La Spinetta. The Garretti captures all of the richness and pedigree of the year in a forward, succulent style that is sure to find many admirers. This is an especially strong vintage for this wine, though it needs another year in bottle for the big tannins to soften. I won't be surprised if the 2016 turns out to be even better than this note suggests; today it is absolutely delicious." Vinous

"A strapping Barolo, exhibiting black cherry, black currant, tar and iron flavors backed by beefy tannins. It settles in on the long finish, the ripe fruit mitigating the tannins in the end." Wine Spectator

"A full-bodied red with classic aromas of sour cherries, dried leaves, dried orange peel and tar. Juicy and mouthwatering on the palate with plenty of refreshing citrus zest, framed by firm, tight tannins. Big wine." James Suckling

"This entry-level Barolo is made with fruit from the younger vines from the Garretti cru in Grinzane Cavour, in the comune where La Spinetta has its ultra modern winery. The 2016 Barolo Vigneto Garretti offers a generous and accessible personality that makes this wine optimal for near or medium-term drinking. The bouquet is layered and rich with dark fruit, licorice, tar and toasted aniseed. The tannins are nicely managed in this vintage, showing both power and elegance." Robert Parker

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

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

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

"Dunkel leuchtendes Rubinrot. Offene und einladende Nase nach sehr satten Erdbeeren, von eleganter Würze unterlegt, Orangenmarmelade, Veilchenduft. Zeigt sich am Gaumen mit eng gewobenem Tannin und dichtem Trunk, satte Preiselbeere, mineralischer Unterton, strahlender Verlauf, hat Power!" Falstaff

"While the exact blend of parcels varies from year to year, the backbone of Castiglione always comes from the Ravera cru of Novello. It has a dark and brooding character and takes time to open up. Winter mint, cedar and an intriguing earthiness offset nuances of red cherry and violets as they slowly emerge. Firm, vertical tannins shore up the palate but remain effortlessly sophisticated in this powerful and dense Barolo." Decanter

"Appealing aromas and flavors of rose, black currant, cherry, earth and tobacco mark this harmonious red, which is beautifully balanced and lingers with accents of fruit, earth and tobacco." Wine Spectator

"The 2016 Barolo Castiglione is a dazzling wine that will show readers just how compelling this vintage is, even among entry-level wines from top producers. Rich, ample and explosive, the 2016 possesses tremendous richness and resonance from the very first taste. Bright red cherry and red plum fruit, wild flowers, mint, blood orange and spice build as this sumptuous, dramatic Barolo shows all it's got. As always, the Castiglione is built on a core of fruit from Ravera. In 2016, the Castiglione benefits from the inclusion of several new sites, including Ginestra, Mosconi, Bricco Ravera (in Monforte), Le Coste, Costabelle, Meriame, Briccolina and Codana. All I can say is: What a wine!" Vinous

"The Vietti 2016 Barolo Castiglione opens to a grounded and authentic profile with hints of mint, balsam herb and tilled earth. The primary fruit is neatly folded into all those other components, and all received equal billing when the final results are counted. The entry-level Castiglione is always the most accessible of Vietti's Baroli, but this vintage shows a heightened level of intensity, complexity and freshness. Those silky tannins are followed by beautiful menthol brightness. This is a real charmer." Robert Parker

"Tight and focused with racy, fine tannins. I like the bright fruit and vivid acidity. Cedar, berry and white-truffle flavors. Tight and linear. Needs time to open." 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