Pecchenino

Light straw yellow. Dense and linear with concentrated aromas of citrus fruits, white peach and a nice hint of bitter almond. Fresh and very attractive white wine that promises lots of good humour and a high enjoyment factor. SUPERIORE.DE

The aromas of dark cherry, plum, smoke, leather, spices and menthol are supported on the palate by wonderfully juicy blackcurrant, clove, tobacco and aniseed. The refined tannins flank the compact, very straightforward style into a long final where we discover fine notes of hazelnuts. An aristocratic wine! SUPERIORE.DE

"A well-loved expression of Dolcetto that you often see in local restaurants, the Pecchenino 2021 Dogliani Superiore Sirì d'Jermu is a rich and hearty wine to pair with a pizza topped with spicy sausage. The wine flaunts food-friendly appeal with ripe blackberry, soft tannins and a spot of bright acidity. The presentation is simple but complete as far as Dolcetto goes." Wine Advocate

"Notes of ripe and juicy dark berries with plum skins and spices, following through to a medium body with racy tannins and vivid acidity. Fresh and tangy with plenty of energy. A little salty at the end. Drink now." James Suckling

The Barbera Quass from the hills of the Langhe DOC is of enormous concentration and depth. Dark berries, flowers, cloves and leather on the nose, lots of spicy cherry fruit on the palate, articulate and structured, with a soft core of blackberry and exuberant acidity. Very delightful! SUPERIORE.DE

Ruby red with orange reflections, elegant bouquet of spices and liquorice. Silky, warm with sweet tannin on the palate, then ripe fruit and a hint of vanilla on the palate. A serious, powerful and well-structured Nebbiolo. SUPERIORE.DE

"Striking a balance between ripe cherry, strawberry and floral flavors and a supple texture, this red is supported by a firm structure, lingering with earth and eucalyptus accents." Wine Spectator

"Fresh and creamy, with linear tannins and dried-strawberry, orange-peel and cedar undertones. Light and fine tannins. Drink now." James Suckling

The wine skilfully reflects the basic identifying characteristics of this distinctive variety in its primary stage. This Riesling renano (Rhine Riesling) smells wonderfully of honeycomb, pear, pineapple, flint and a fine hint of petroleum. Pleasantly streamlined mouthfeel with precise fruit and freshness and always the necessary complexity and seriousness. Very serious and independent with great drinking flow. SUPERIORE.DE

"This is floral with notes of lemon peel, lychee, dried rosemary and honey. Medium- to full-bodied, creamy and oily with crunchy acidity and ripe fruit character. Weighty and fat finish. Drink now." James Suckling

Dolcetto Bricco Botti is one of the most profound and refined expressions of the popular Piedmontese grape variety. The Dogliani appellation is particularly renowned for the purity and authenticity of these dark berry flavours and the bright acidity associated with Dolcetto. This wine presents itself precise, clear, concentrated and with a lot of bright primary fruit. As it continues to drink, it is soft and fleshy with a very pleasant texture. This is a great textbook Dogliani and worthy of a superb brasato al Barolo. SUPERIORE.DE

"Sweetly perfumed with candied cherries and lemons. Some violets, too. Medium body. Creamy texture with some firmness. Fresh finish." James Suckling

"The 2019 Dogliani Superiore Bricco Botti impresses with its aromatic breadth and overall complexity. Dried leaves, iron, lavender, game and pipe tobacco meld into a core of dark-fleshed fruit, with firm, muscular tannins that provide the frame. There's plenty to admire in this rich Dogliani." Vinous

The Langhe Nebbiolo Bricco Ravera is a decidedly potent and virile wine. Juicy red cherry, smoke, leather, cedar and tobacco flow from the glass in a very emphatic, energetic way. It is a very straightforward, consistent Nebbiolo with a lot of personality. If it's not supposed to be Barbaresco or Barolo every day, this wine is a real alternative! SUPERIORE.DE

"This is very light and polished with dried strawberry, nutmeg and orange peel. Some rose undertones, too. Crisp and delicious. Don’t be put off by the light color. Drink now." James Suckling

A fascinating Pinot Nero with the structure of a Nebbiolo. Fine cherry aroma with well-dosed extract sweetness, plus rose petals, mint and some Asian herbal spice. The wine is prancing on the palate with distinguished restraint, revealing its finesse and structure at the latest with the third sip and with the medium-bodied finish. This is as much a wine for Pinot fans as it is for lovers of enigmatic, subrilegious style - and clearly love at second sight. SUPERIORE.DE

"This is fruity and vibrant with ripe raspberries and cherries as well as roselle flowers and orange peel. Medium-bodied, round and mellow with creamy tannins. Delicious. Drink now." James Suckling

In 2012, the Pecchenino family started to invest in the small but fine sparkling wine DOCG Alta Langa. The altitudes and soil conditions are ideal for fresh and fragrant sparkling wines that are not only very rare but also highly sought after internationally. Psea is named after the small village of Pezzea, where the winery's Chardonnay and Pinot Nero sites are located.

Straw yellow with copper reflections. Intense bouquet of bread crust, yeast, hazelnut and biscuits, accompanied by floral hints. Very firm and structured on the palate, creamy, fresh and of impressive persistence and length. SUPERIORE.DE

"Pecchenino's PSEA Pas Dosé is a bright and vibrant example of Alta Langa. A blend of 70% Chardonnay and 30% Pinot Noir, the wine shines with bright notes of lemon, tangerine and a touch of yeast. The wine is light on the palate with vibrant acidity - a great option for an apertivo." Wine Enthusiast

"Aromas of ripe apples and pears with leafy herbs, lemon rind and bread crust. Medium-bodied with crisp acidity and a round texture. Lively and energetic with a polished, chalky finish." James Suckling

Dark garnet red with beautiful reflections. Aromas of cherry, strawberry, eucalyptus, tobacco and spices. A wonderfully balanced wine of fruit, fine acidity and polished tannin. For us, one of the best representatives of its vintage! SUPERIORE.DE

"The 2018 Barolo San Giuseppe is bright and nicely aromatic with dried raspberry, candied cherry, violet and powdery earth. This medium-bodied Barolo ends with smoothness and finely integrated tannins that give an extra push in terms of mouthfeel and finish." Wine Advocate

"The 2018 Barolo San Giuseppe is a very pretty, alluring Barolo. Crushed red berry fruit, cedar, dried cherry, tobacco and crushed autumn leaves lend notable aromatic presence. There's good depth to the 2018, but the slightly forward flavor profile leads me to believe near and medium-term drinking is best." Vinous

"This silky Barolo is marked by macerated cherry, strawberry, rose hip and a hint of tamarind. The tannins are interwoven so well, this is almost seamless. Very drinkable now, yet the compact finish suggests waiting a few years. Fine length." Wine Spectator

"Lots of forest floor and mild spice to the dried-cherry notes on the nose. Medium-to full-bodied with a tight, focused core of dried red fruit and an underlay of very fine tannins. Tight finish. Tasty and racy. The tannins pull on the finish for now. Give it until 2024 to unwind a little." James Suckling

Dark garnet red with beautiful reflections. Aromas of cherry, strawberry, eucalyptus, tobacco and spices. A wonderfully balanced wine of fruit, fine acidity and polished tannin. SUPERIORE.DE

"The 2019 Barolo San Giuseppe is very bright and expressive on first nose with candied orange, wild cherry, iris root and powdered licorice. The wine offers a lovely experience and stays true to a classic Nebbiolo playlist. The tannins are dry with some powdery sensations too." Wine Advocate

"Fresh raspberry with flowers and hints of tar and asphalt on the nose. Medium body, firm and silky tannins and a firm finish. Give this time to soften." James Suckling

Here is a broad-shouldered Dolcetto that comes at you full throttle. Sirì d'Jermu has a very dark, saturated colour and deep penetration. It is characterised by aromas of smoke, tar and cured meat, but also by a good spiciness in the background. There are also some typical notes of morels and blackberries. SUPERIORE.DE

"A very bright, fruit-focused style with flavors of blackberries and cassis set amid sweet, supple tannins. Plenty to like here." James Suckling

"Though laced with pure raspberry, black cherry and boysenberry flavors, the fruit is hiding behind the firm structure. The tannins are austere now, but this has concentrated fruit and a mineral element on the finish. Opens up with air, so decant or cellar short-term." Wine Spectator

"Smoke, crème de cassis, plum, licorice, menthol, wild flowers and incense infuse the 2015 Dogliani Superiore Sirì d'Jermu. A gorgeous, beautifully layered wine, the 2015 is sumptuous and racy, but not at all overdone. There is no shortage of richness in this superb and super-expressive Dogliani from the Pecchenino brothers." Vinous

Elegant, the complex Siri d'Jermu with considerable concentration, ripe strawberry aromas and light toasty notes on the nose. Fine-grained tannin, a fresh, clean fruit finish with hints of hazelnut. A great, muscular Dolcetto and archetype of its noble denomination! SUPERIORE.DE

"A rich, layered version, offering cherry, raspberry, spice and graphite notes. Firm, and could use another six months to unwind. Fine length." Wine Spectator

"Licorice, brambleberry pie, citrus, elderberry tart and ash. Structured, intense and pretty on the palate, all at the same time, which is more the norm for this producer than for the appellation. Medium to full body, layers of soaked blueberry fruit and a firm, tangy finish." James Suckling

"Smoke, crème de cassis, plum, licorice, menthol, wild flowers and incense infuse the 2015 Dogliani Superiore Sirì d'Jermu. A gorgeous, beautifully layered wine, the 2015 is sumptuous and racy, but not at all overdone. There is no shortage of richness in this superb and super-expressive Dogliani from the Pecchenino brothers." VINOUS

Sirì d'Jermu 2018 is one of the most elegant and complete wines we have ever tasted from Pecchenino. Its dark, jammy fruit is of fabulous intensity, and the silky tannins give it support and texture. A stunning wine that impresses with its lush, flattering fruit and big, expansive personality. Big, but not at all overdone. SUPERIORE.DE

"There is an extra dimension to this red, with fine depth to its raspberry, cherry, currant, mineral and anise flavors. It's fluid, yet well-structured too, with a light astringency offsetting the fruit on the long finish." Wine Spectator

"Showing a medium dark appearance with a saturated garnet color, the Pecchenino 2018 Dogliani Superiore Sirì d'Jermu is a vibrant and exuberant wine. It shows those fun and food-friendly characteristics that make Dolcetto such a popular choice in the best taverns and mom & pop restaurants of the Langhe. The bouquet is very primary in character with blackberry, Morello cherry and sour plum. There is nice freshness here to cut though lasagna or wood-oven pizza." Wine Advocate

"A dense, beautiful Dogliani with licorice and berry character and hints of hot stones. Delicious, juicy finish." James Suckling

"The 2018 Dogliani Superiore Sirì d'Jermu is quite elegant and poised. Blue/purplish fruit lavender, spice, mocha, licorice and dried herbs all grace this super-expressive mid-weight Dogliani. A vibrant Dolcetto." Vinous

Full bouquet of dark fruits, spices, tar, smoke and wild mushrooms. Powerful on the palate with lots of berry fruit, nice inner sweetness and considerable acid wire, classic grippy tannins and a rich, long finish. 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." Wine Advocate

"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

Of the three Baroli from Pecchenino, Le Coste di Monforte shows the most focus and sharpness. The other two wines are much softer in their aromatic focus compared to this wine. Le Coste di Monforte offers dark fruits, balsamic herbs, spices, campfire ash and ferruginous earth in beautifully balanced proportions. This wine has a long maceration period of 60 days (at 28 degrees Celsius), which is followed by 36 months of ageing in oak barrels. This gives the wine its rich flavour profile. The fruit comes from a site of just under one hectare at an altitude of 450 metres. SUPERIORE.DE

"The 2018 Barolo Le Coste di Monforte shows some sweet oak and baking spices on the first nose. Given more time in the glass, the wine reveals dark fruits, plum, autumn leaves and forest floor. The oak tones are strong in this medium-bodied Nebbiolo and need more time to settle into the wine's lean texture, if they ever fully emerge at all." Wine Advocate

"The 2018 Barolo Le Coste di Monforte is an exotic, beguiling wine. Melted road tar, incense, scorched earth, game, tobacco and cured meat contribute to an impression of brooding gravitas. But here, too, the flavours are advanced. Powerful Monforte tannins frame the imposing finish. Still, I wouldn't push my luck with ageing." Vinous

"Expressive, featuring rose, cherry, strawberry and sun-kissed hay aromas and flavors matched to an elegant frame. Light-bodied yet charming, harmonious and persistent on the chalky finish." Wine Spectator

"The nose reveals a wild, fruity character with a sharp, truffle and earthy note. With air, a hint of chocolate emerges. Medium to full body with dense flavours of ripe berries and medium-grained tannins covered in fruit and minerals. It all seems a bit raw at the moment, but it has plenty of character and length. It's fun to try, but give it a few years to develop." James Suckling

Dogliani Bricco Botti is dark and powerful. Wonderfully complex aromas of dark fruits, tobacco, leather, liquorice, tar, mint and flowers. Harmoniously round and perfect in taste. A Dolcetto in a class of its own! SUPERIORE.DE

"The 2016 Dogliani Superiore Bricco Botti represents one of the most profound and sophisticated expressions of this popular Piedmont grape variety. The Dogliani appellation is specifically recognized for the purity and authenticity of those dark berry flavors and the bright acidity that is associated with Dolcetto. This cool-vintage wine is sharp, focused and bright with loads of primary fruit. However, there is enough softness and meat here to soften the mouthfeel. This is textbook Dogliani, and worthy of a brasato al Barolo, although you'll be forgiven if you want to marinate the beef in a more economical red." Wine Advocate

"A linear and compressed red with lots of blue-fruit and slate undertones to the firm tannins. Full body. Tight and racy. From dolcetto and always excellent." James Suckling

"The 2016 Dogliani Superiore Bricco Botti is a powerful, brooding wine. Smoke, leather, licorice, game, incense and wild black cherry add to an impression of gravitas and virile power in this potent Dogliani. The tannins could use a bit of time to soften, but there is no shortage of personality or character here - that much is certain. The 2016 takes Dolcetto into another level of expression and dimension." Vinous

Barolo Le Coste di Monforte from the top 2019 vintage is extremely beguiling in the glass. Rose petals, cedar wood, mint, sweet pipe tobacco and blood orange open up first. On the palate, it is deep and layered and exceptionally beautiful and harmonious for a young Barolo. Time in the glass brings out its myriad nuances. SUPERIORE.DE

"Monforte d’Alba. Lustrous mid ruby with orange tinges. Focused, perfumed red-fruit nose and sweetly flavoured cherry fruit on the palate, with a layer of sandpapery tannins. A pretty wine that needs more time. It certainly has the bones to age further." Jancis Robinson

"The Pecchenino 2019 Barolo Le Coste di Monforte reveals a smoky character with campfire ash and toasted spice. At its core, the wine shows dark fruit and plum that dovetails into a medium-thick textural build. You have the structural momentum of the vintage with a more open-knit and accessible side for medium-term drinking." Wine Advocate

"Tar and roses with freshly sliced plums and some cherries. Medium-bodied with racy tannins that are chewy. Juicy underneath." James Suckling

Full bouquet of dark fruits, spices, tar, smoke and wild mushrooms. Powerful on the palate with lots of berry fruit, nice inner sweetness and considerable acid wire, classic grippy tannins and a rich, long finish. 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." Wine Advocate

"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

Bussia 2019 is a powerful, intense wine that shows great depth and intensity, with a powerful tannin that gives the wine its masculine, virile personality. Notes of black cherry, wood smoke, liquorice, leather, menthol, pine, scorched earth and pebbles unfold in the glass. Although it is already very expressive, it still needs some time in the bottle so that the tannins can calm down a little. Nevertheless, it is already impressive and represents the 2019 Piedmontese wine year in a great way. SUPERIORE.DE

"Quite light red; reductive, undergrowth, arouses curiosity, with aeration also raspberries, very nice; round approach, fine, then a lot, nice tannin, depth and length, very nice Barolo." (JLF) Merum

"Juicy and chewy with liquorice, sweet berries and cedar with a hint of asphalt. It is medium-bodied. Spicy on the finish." James Suckling

"When tasted about three weeks after bottling, the Pecchenino 2019 Barolo Bussia shows a beautiful ruby red colour that glows in the glass. There is a subtle note of candied cherry or fragrant rose, but once this disappears, the wine returns to characteristic Nebbiolo flavours of tar, liquorice and blood orange. Bussia offers a classic sequence of flavours, elegantly enhanced by the added intensity and concentration of the 2019 vintage." Wine Advocate