13 Wine Reviews Found

  • Region: Piedmont
96 Points

Fratelli Alessandria Barolo del Comune di Verduno 2021

The 2021 Barolo from the village of Verduno is a beautifully expressive Barolo showing layers of character. The nose opens with fresh herbs, and spice, followed by bright cherry and raspberry accented by menthol and tobacco. Fresh, velvetty tannins frame the wine’s youthful energy. Nuanced floral and dried herb tones add elegance, while hints of... Read Full Review
97 Points

La Spinetta Barbaresco Bordini 2021

A stunning Barbaresco that delivers extraordinary value, this wine is sexy, fun, and remarkably approachable without the usual decade of cellaring. Bursting with dreamy fruit and lifted spice, it offers vivid notes of blueberry and black cherry, with hints of cinnamon, cloves, and violets weaving through. The texture is smooth yet structured, finishing with a... Read Full Review
98 Points

Gaja Chardonnay Rossj-Bass Langhe 2024

Layered with pear, white flowers, and a subtle hint of French oak, combining lemon oil with fresh minerals. Gaja’s delightful new Chardonnay offers rare finesse with vibrant citrus and fresh nectarine glide over a creamy, textured palate, lifted by mineral precision and hints of mint. This new gem is fun and refreshing from the very... Read Full Review
99 Points

Gaja Chardonnay Gaia & Rey 2023

Layered with lemon confit, white flowers, mint and a kiss of French oak, combining beauty with depth. Gaja’s Gaia & Rey is a Chardonnay of rare finesse with vibrant citrus and orchard fruits glide over a creamy, textured palate, lifted by mineral precision and hints of spice. Equal parts power and grace, it evolves beautifully... Read Full Review
98 Points

Gaja Barolo Conteisa 2019

The 2019 Gaja Barolo Conteisa opens with a piercingly pure nose of mentholatum, camphor, and eucalyptus, layered with strawberry, rose, and dried apricot. Intensely aromatic, it hints at dried flowers, incense, allspice, and leather. On the palate, it’s finely poised with a Lafite-like sense of balance: silky yet structured, with chewy, tea-like tannins and a... Read Full Review
98 Points

Parusso Barolo Bussia 2015

A monumentally impressive young red from Italy’s lauded 2015 vintage, the aromas of this Barolo leap from the glass with notes of truffles, aged balsamic, and fresh figs. A plethora of dazzling flavors commence with notes of currants, olive tapenade, white truffles, baking spices and savory hints of prosciutto. The mesmerizing finish culminates with notes... Read Full Review
98 Points

Pelissero Barbaresco Tulin 2015

Sampling yesterday, my personal notes were that this treasured red is already a gloriously satisfying, generous wine, possessing remarkable density across a silky smooth texture. Mesmerizing notes of olive tapenade and prosciutto blend delicately with notes of ethereal red fruit. The wine continues to grow in the glass, gradually revealing its superb pedigree with hints... Read Full Review
98 Points

Gaja Sauvignon Blanc Alteni di Brassica 2018

Gaja Alteni di Brassica Langhe Piedmont 2018 is a vibrant beauty that captures your attention with aromas of white roses, exotic fruit, Star jasmine, and ginger bread. The mouthfeel is lean with crisp notes of pear, honeydew melon and a sexy finish that left us begging for more. This supremely delicious white wine is a... Read Full Review
98 Points

Gaja Sauvignon Blanc Alteni di Brassica 2019

The brand new Gaja Alteni Sauvignon Blanc sports a super flashy bouquet and invites your attention with aromas of white roses, Star jasmine, and ginger bread. The mouthfeel is both elegant and immensely refreshing with crisp notes of pear, honeydew melon, lemongrass and a racy finish that lasted a full minute and left us begging... Read Full Review