10 Wine Reviews Found

  • Varietal: Nebbiolo
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

Conterno Fantino Barolo Vigna del Gris 2021

Rich, mouth-filling, and immediately compelling, the 2021 Ginestra delivers is already showing generosity of fruit and classic Barolo structure. A lifted floral nose leads into layers of black cherry, leather, fennel, dried herbs, and earthy spice. The palate is remarkably vibrant, with chewy tannins and a freshness that keep the wine energetic and precise. This... Read Full Review
97 Points

Diego Pressenda Barolo 2015

This spectacularly concentrated Barolo possesses striking perfume in its spiced red fruits, lavender and rose petals. It possesses gorgeous textural richness and finesse with virtually no perception of tannin. Dark red raspberries and mint come alive in the glass, with silky layers of fruit that emerge gracefully from its mid-weight frame. This is a hugely... 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 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