Pecchenino

Fresh ruby red with violet reflections. Refined scent of rose petals, roasted herbs, elderberry and small red berries. In the taste fleshy-drinking after fruit compote, the tannin very fresh and smooth. Long aftertaste with great Italian personality. SUPERIORE.DE

"Jammy mulberry, spice and old leather. Blackberry and mulberry flavour density balances the firm, chalky tannins. Medium-long, with a sweet sense to the finish." Jancis Robinson

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

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

"Dusty, mulberry with some yoghurt tones. Juicy blackberry, damson and dried-herb palate, fine well-handled tannins. Medium-long to long. Very drinkable, which can be a challenge with Dolcetto." Jancis Robinson

"Pretty flavors of ripe pomegranate, blackberry and violet are the hallmarks of this supple Dolcetto. Firm, yet stays balanced in the end." Wine Spectator

"Lovely, grapey fruit with black-cherry and orange-zest character. Medium body. Firm tannins." James Suckling

"Unctuous and rich, the 2017 Dogliani Superiore Sirì d'Jermu hits the palate with an exotic array of crème de cassis, lavender, mint and sweet spices. Even with all of its flamboyance, the 2017 remains a mid-weight wine with terrific energy and focus." Vinous

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The Barbera d'Alba Quass is of enormous concentration and depth. On the nose dark berries, flowers, cloves and leather, on the palate a lot of spicy cherry fruit, articulated and structured, with a soft core of blackberry and exuberant acidity. Very attractive! SUPERIORE.DE

Dogliani Bricco Botti is dark and powerful. Wonderfully complex aromas of dark fruit, tobacco, leather, liquorice, tar, mint and flowers. Harmoniously round and perfect in taste. A Dolcetto of the extra class! 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." Robert Parker

"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

A fascinating Pinot Nero with the structure of a Nebbiolo. Fine cherry aroma with well-dosed extract sweetness, in addition rose petals, mint and some Asian herbal spice. The wine is dancing on the palate and with noble restraint, it reveals its finesse and structure at the latest with the third sip and with the medium strong finish. This is a wine for Pinot fans as well as lovers of profound, sublime style - and definitely love at second sight. SUPERIORE.DE

"Pretty pinot with strawberry and light cherry character and cream undertones. Medium body and fine tannins." James Suckling

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

Bright straw yellow. Intense bouquet of bread crust, yeast, hazelnut and biscuits, accompanied by floral notes. On the palate very firm and structured, creamy, fresh and of impressive persistence and length. SUPERIORE.DE

"Here's a new taste of Alta Langa, one of the most exciting up-and-coming sparkling wine regions in Europe. The Pecchenino 2016 Alta Langa Metodo Classico Pas Dosè Psea opens to a pale golden color with a single drop of copper that gives the wine an even more radiant appearance. This pretty sparkler shows fine, sharp beading and a very chiseled bouquet with an emphasis on white mineral or crushed granite. The fruit intensity is dim and delicate, focused mostly on citrus and grapefruit. The style is light and streamlined, but the wine shows lots of easy zesty appeal." Robert Parker

"Very dry and vivid with sliced dried apples and pears and some light bread dough. It’s medium-bodied with creamy roundness and freshness. Delicious alternative to a dry Champagne." 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

"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

"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

Warm garnet red. In the bouquet cherry, rosewood and some tar. Thoroughly powerful, masculine Barolo with a cornucopia of fruit, robust tannins and a very lively finish. Needs another 5-8 years until the beginning of optimal drinking maturity. SUPERIORE.DE

"Aromas of dark truffles, dried strawberries and rose stems following through to a full body with round and chewy tannins. A rich finish. This is very structured and tannic." James Suckling

Barolo Bussia of Pecchenino is a great, rich wine. Full bouquet of dark fruits, spices, tar, smoke and forest soil. Strong on the palate with lots of berry fruit, beautiful inner sweetness and considerable acidity, classic tannins and a rich finish. SUPERIORE.DE

"Purity of fruit comes through with a plum, porcini and rose-petal character, which follow through to a medium to full body. A round and juicy finish. Delicious now, but will age nicely in the future." James Suckling