E. Pira & Figli

Rich and fruity is the Dolcetto from Chiara Boschis, which is well done. Violet-red, blackberry in the nose, candied cherries and some plum compote. On the palate, a soft fullness with wonderfully fresh acidity, its medium face makes it an indispensable companion to light meat dishes and pasta. SUPERIORE.DE

Brilliant intense ruby, in the nose very much fresh, clear berry fruit, very elegant, on the palate emphasized acidity in the approach, which then gives way to a fine tannin, long and juicy in the aftertaste. SUPERIORE.DE

Bright intense ruby, in the nose very much fresh, clear berry fruit, very elegant, on the palate emphasized acidity in the approach, which then gives way to a fine tannin, long and juicy in the aftertaste. SUPERIORE.DE

"A deep purple glow. In the nose light cherry, opens only tentatively. Fresh on the palate with a tight traction, lively, medium-bodied, drinks quickly." Falstaff

"Many vintners have affirmed that 2016 is not an ideal vintage for Barbera. Evidently, Chiara Boschis never got the memo. She has crafted a lovely expression that boasts varietal richness and softness. The 2016 Barbera d'Alba Superiore starts off with subtle and careful intensity. But as it takes on greater momentum in the glass, you begin to recognize dark fruit, etched mineral and black olive. The finish is polished and crisp. This Barbera reveals significant depth and lasting persistence." Robert Parker

"Vibrant and saturated with violet, black currant and blackberry aromas and flavors. Maintains a high level of intensity throughout, with well-integrated acidity and tannins. Still a bit gruff on the finish." Wine Spectator

Piras Langhe Nebbiolo is a great, rich wine that smells of dark cherries, strawberries, tobacco and spices. Bright and wide on the palate the creamy taste with the focused finish. SUPERIORE.DE

Piras Langhe Nebbiolo is a great, rich wine that smells of dark cherries, strawberries, tobacco and spices. Bright and wide on the palate the creamy taste with the focused finish. SUPERIORE.DE

A poem is the Via Nuova by Chiara Boschis. Intense, very harmonious bouquet, smells of rose petals, pickled cherries and delicate spices. The taste then shows the great class: clear, ripe fruit, dense yet supple tannin, of enormous length and complexity. SUPERIORE.DE

"With fruit sourced from various vineyard sites across the appellation, the 2011 Barolo Via Nuova is edgier and sharper than the other two Barolos presented by Chiara Boschis this year. This expression is more vertical and immediate with bright aromas of white cherry, cassis, dried ginger and blue flower. Unlike many of its peers made in this warm vintage, Barolo Via Nuova is delicate, feminine and ethereal. It already shows beautifully at this young stage." Robert Parker

"The 2011 Barolo Via Nuova is once again fabulous. A wine that brings together the very best of the modern and traditional schools, the 2011 is all about balance. Hints of lavender, sage, violets, dark cherries, plums and new leather add nuance in a pure, crystalline Barolo endowed with tons of nuance allied to a vertical sense of structure. The sensual voluptuousness of the vintage softens some of the contours, which only adds to the wine's considerable appeal. Although it is early, the Via Nuova is shaping up to be one of the wines of the year. It is every bit that compelling." Antonio Galloni

"Bright, with cherry and strawberry flavors, this red is elegant and intense. Floral and tobacco notes add depth, leading to a minerally finish. Terrific balance." Wine Spectator

"Aromas of toasted oak, mocha and a whiff of coconut oak lead the nose while the firm palate offers dark cherry, espresso, dried sage and a hint of anise. The tightly wound tannins still pack youthful sharpness and need a few more years to soften up." Wine Enthusiast

"Soft and silky texture to this red with plum, berry and cherry character. Full body and a silky textured finish." James Suckling

Piras Langhe Nebbiolo is a great, rich wine that smells of dark cherries, strawberries, tobacco and spices. Bright and wide on the palate the creamy taste with the focused finish. SUPERIORE.DE

In the bouquet violets, spices, menthol, mint and seductive berry aromas. Straight and compact on the palate, with fine minerality and great elegance. A very impressive Barolo, which perfectly manages the balancing act between tradition and modernity. SUPERIORE.DE

"Very nice black fruits and some licorice on the nose, making this immediately appealing. There's an impressive tannin structure on the palate for this often wishy-washy vintage. With more elegance this would have been rated higher, but it certainly gives plenty of pleasure now. It will continue to do so through at least 2030." James Suckling

"Round and solidly built, offering plum, cherry, earth and graphite flavors. The lively acidity and well-groomed tannins lend finesse. Finishes with a mix of fruit, earth and mineral elements." Wine Spectator

"This is the mid-weight wine that exists on a continuum between the ethereal elegance of Cannubi and the muscular power of Mosconi. The 2014 Barolo Via Nuova represents a traditional assembly of fruit from various sites, including Barolo (Terlo and Liste), Monforte d'Alba (Ravera and Mosconi) and Serralunga d'Alba (Gabutti and Baudana). This beautiful wine offers volume and grit with beautiful mineral tones that stand proud above the dark fruit, cassis and wild rose. There is a note of mineral saltiness on the close that I really love." Robert Parker

Barolo Via Nuova is fresh and lively. In the bouquet violets, spices, menthol, mint and seductive berry aromas. Straight and compact on the palate, with fine minerality and great elegance. A very impressive Barolo, which perfectly manages the balancing act between tradition and modernity. SUPERIORE.DE

"Elegance and harmony are two leading traits that can be attributed to the 2012 Barolo Via Nuova. This wine represents a balanced blend of Nebbiolo grapes from various sites. That blending flexibility adds to the overall balance of the wine, which is very important in a vintage like 2012 that was not always easy across the various townships of the Barolo appellation. Bright cherry and blackberry are followed by spice and grilled herb." Robert Parker

"A wine of extraordinary precision, the 2012 Barolo Via Nuova possesses stunning vibrancy and energy. Dark cherry, cherry pit, blood orange, orange peel, exotic spice and mint are all laced together in a chiseled Barolo that bristles with energy. Addictively beautiful and inviting, the Via Nuova is endowed with a super-classic, mid-weight feel, knock-out aromatics and fabulous overall balance." Antonio Galloni

"This shows such clarity and freshness with so much minerality. Blue fruits too. Medium to full body, linear tannins and acidity. Dark chocolate undertones." James Suckling

In the bouquet violets, spices, menthol, mint and seductive berry aromas. Straight and compact on the palate, with fine minerality and great elegance. A very impressive Barolo, which perfectly manages the balancing act between tradition and modernity. SUPERIORE.DE

"The 2015 Barolo Via Nuova is a blend of fruit from Barolo, Monforte d'Alba and Serralunga d'Alba, and each site adds elegance, power and structure, respectively. The wine's taste profile in 2015 emerges as very minty and balsamic on first nose. Delicate notes of forest berry and wild cherry are followed by cooling medicinal herb. This warm vintage also adds a touch of cured meat or leather at the very back that hints at the heat of the vintage. Overall, this is the most accessible and near-term of Chiara Boschis's three Barolos reviewed this year." Robert Parker

"Once again, the 2015 Barolo Via Nuova shows why the blending of several sites was the approach favored by Barolo producers until the 1960s, when the fascination for single-vineyard wines started to take off. Maybe the old-times knew something after all. Silky and fragrant, with exceptional balance, the 2015 is positively striking. Medium in body and layered, the 2015 has a very bright future. What a gorgeous wine it is." Antonio Galloni

"This delivers a fresh and vibrant impression on the nose with ripe red cherries and a deep-set, rose perfume. The palate has impressive power and focus with chiseled, driving tannins that cut a straight line of pure, red and black-cherry flavor. Long and assertive in 2015." James Suckling

"A wine with delicious berry, chocolate and cocoa character and hints of orange peel. Medium to full body, fine tannins and a pretty finish.This is so wonderful to drink now. Why wait?" James Suckling

"The south-facing Mosconi vineyard is known for making open, fruit-driven wines, and that is exactly the style here. Dark plums, espresso, licorice, cherries, menthol, tar and smoke are some of the many nuances that emerge as this forward, juicy Barolo shows off its considerable personality. The balance of fruit, acidity and tannin is simply masterful." Antonio Galloni

Barolo Mosconi is beautifully aromatic. Elegant bouquet of mineral-rich limestone soils, powerful, rich and juicy on the palate, the tannins well interwoven, structure and length exemplary. SUPERIORE.DE

"Brilliant ruby with a slightly brightening edge. Compact and dense nose, full-bodied of blackberries and dark cherries, with some liquorice and truffle. Firm and gripping on the palate, shows a lot of grippy, dense tannin, dark berry fruit, in the finish salty and long, leathery." Falstaff

"The 2014 Barolo Mosconi is the most robust and structured of the three Barolos. Chiara Bochis believes in making her single-vineyard wines even in a difficult vintage such as this. She rejects the idea of blending all her fruit together to make a single wine. Indeed, her cru wines are very distinct. Each shows its individual characteristics with greater precision, I would argue, in this slender and more ethereal vintage. The 2014 vintage is a natural spring board for highlighting vineyard personalities. This is a cool vintage, but Mosconi surprises the senses for the plump ripeness of its dark fruit favors." Robert Parker

"Plenty of dried berries and herbs. Some meat, woody spices and a wealth of fresh red and pink roses, making this very fragrant. The palate has assertive acid cut and impressive depth. The elegant yet firm tannins hold the red-plum finish long. A great result with real tension." James Suckling

"A mix of cherry, eucalyptus, iron and tobacco aromas and flavors are gripped by dense, dusty tannins. On the darker side, with a kernel of sweet fruit on the finish. Fine intensity." Wine Spectator

"Chiara Boschis’ take on Monforte’s Wagnerian terroir translates it into a minerally, fruit-driven symphony with refined tannins and graceful flavour. This is a brilliant compromise between acidity and sweetness." Decanter