California Wine Advisors

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

This is a delight to drink now and will continue to age gracefully in the cellar for another decade or more!

The wine possesses notable density and persistence...