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2021 Montalbera - Ruche di Castagnole Monferrato DOCG Laccento
2016 Nada, Fiorenzo - Barbaresco Montaribaldi
The 2016 Barbaresco Montaribaldi is generous and ample in the glass. Spice, leather, smoke, licorice and dried flowers are some of the many notes that develop in this gorgeous, enveloping Barbaresco. At this stage, the Montaribaldi is the most reticent of...
2019 Neirano - Barolo
Subtle aromas of cherries and strawberries with dried rose petals, citrus peel and cocoa. Medium- to full-bodied, vivid and juicy with bright acidity and firm, but crunchy tannins. Flavorful, racy finish. Better after 2025
2020 Neirano - Barbaresco
Attractive aromas of spiced cherries, blood orange and subtle notes of cocoa powder and bark. Medium- to full-bodied, firm and compact with a slightly chewy but fine tannin structure. Steady and lengthy. Drink or hold.
2016 Nervi - Gattinara DOCG Vigneto Molsino
Tasted next to the Valferana, the 2016 Gattinara Vigna Molsino is much more nervous in feel. Iron, dried herbs, sweet dried cherry, mint, crushed rocks, white pepper and earthy notes give the Molsino a good deal of aromatic complexity to match its intense...
2015 Palladino - Barolo Ornato
The 2015 Barolo Ornato takes the intensity level (within the Palladino portfolio) up a full notch. The wine is very expressive and open from the start with dark fruit, ripe blackberry, spice, tar and leather. This wine plays its strongest cards in terms o...
2016 Palladino - Barolo Riserva San Bernardo
This is a real treat because we only see this wine in the vintages that are deemed superior. The Palladino 2016 Barolo Riserva San Bernardo is a bit shy upon initial inspection, and this comes as a surprise given the immediate heft and power that is assoc...