Piedmont
Roagna Pajè 2017 Barbaresco 750 mL
Rose petals, red cherry and cranberry lead a restrained but finely detailed bouquet, joined by tobacco, dried flowers and warm spice. The palate is silky and light-footed, with vibrant acidity and fine, sandy tannins giving shape to the delicate fruit. Mushroom, leather and gravelly mineral notes emerge with air. Graceful rather than forceful, it finishes long and gently savoury, with dark berries, liquorice and a lingering earthy lift.
Bartolo Mascarello 2018 Barolo 750 mL
Raspberry, wild strawberry and red cherry form a bright, transparent core, lifted by orange peel and rose petals. Wet stone, cardamom and soft earth add savoury definition without dulling the fruit. The palate is medium-bodied and poised, with fresh acidity and fine, integrated tannins creating a silky but structured feel. Floral and mineral notes persist through a long, precise finish with measured spice and gentle earthy depth.
Oddero Monvigliero 2021 Barolo 750 mL
Translucent ruby in colour, with bright red berries, mint and white pepper leading an unusually graceful profile. Lilac, iris and cherry blossom bring floral lift, while a blood-orange note adds freshness and definition. The palate is silky and vibrant, with fine tannins carrying the fruit toward gentle spice and earth. Precise rather than heavy, it finishes long, perfumed and composed.
Castello di Perno Perno 2017 Barolo Riserva 750 mL
Dried rose, red cherry and ripe plum open with tar, leather and liquorice. The palate is full-bodied and elegant, its firm tannins integrated by vibrant acidity and generous fruit. Blackberry and cranberry meet forest floor, tobacco and warm spice as the wine develops. Balsamic, anise and mineral notes extend the finish, giving this structured Riserva both depth and composed persistence.
Rocco di Carpeneto 2019 Losna 750 mL
Black cherry and plum lead a deep, savoury profile, followed by liquorice, tobacco and a dark raisined note edged with cocoa. Dry and medium-to-full bodied, the palate brings firm tannins and energetic acidity to the ripe fruit, keeping the wine structured rather than heavy. Extended maceration and time in older barrels lend depth without obvious sweetness. Pair with braised beef, game, rich pasta or aged hard cheese.
Pio Cesare 2010 Barbaresco DOCG 750 mL
Violet, strawberry, raspberry and wild cherry rise with cedar, tar, licorice and balsamic herbs. Elegant yet intense, the palate has ample depth, juicy fruit and bright acidity framed by ripe, firm tannins. Vanilla, cinnamon, mocha and forest-floor notes build through the middle. The finish is long and polished, carrying cherry, licorice and fine savoury detail.
Pio Cesare 2018 Barbaresco DOCG 750 mL
Wild cherry, raspberry, rosehip and black tea open with cedar, tobacco and sweet spice. The palate is medium-bodied and polished, combining vibrant red fruit with lively acidity and refined tannins. Savoury forest-floor notes and iron add depth without weighing down the fruit. The finish is broad, velvety and persistent, leaving rose, tea and earthy detail in balance.
Pio Cesare Barolo Chinato NV 750 mL
Aromatic mountain herbs lead with cloves, vanilla, nutmeg, cinnamon and bright orange zest. The palate is rich and layered, balancing measured sweetness with quinine bitterness and the firm structure of its Barolo base. Molasses and cardamom add depth without overwhelming the herbal lift. The finish is long and warming, lingering on citrus, spice and a clean bittersweet edge.
Paolo Scavino 2019 Barolo Prapo Nebbiolo 750 mL
Black cherry and red cherry lead with lifted rose, mint and a measured savoury edge. The palate is structured yet composed, its ripe fruit framed by firm, polished tannins and fresh acidity. Notes of liquorice, tar, rosemary and gentle spice build through the middle without obscuring the fruit. The finish is long and focused, carrying dark cherry, herbs and fine mineral tension with classic depth and restraint.
Cordero di Montezemolo Barolo Chinato 750 mL
Aged red-wine depth meets a complex botanical profile of bitter orange, liquorice, rhubarb and warming spice. Notes of sarsaparilla, coriander, marjoram and bay leaf add a savoury, gently medicinal edge without overwhelming the fruit. Smooth and full across the palate, it balances sweetness with a measured bitterness and finishes long, warm and composed. Serve lightly chilled after dinner or alongside dark chocolate.
Cigliuti 2017 Barbaresco Serraboella 750 mL
Ripe cherry and raspberry open with crushed rose, anise, cedar and white pepper. The palate is savoury and layered, bringing plum, iron-rich earth and underbrush around a core of generous red fruit. Lively acidity and dusty tannins give the wine a dense, balanced frame, while orange zest and liquorice add lift. The finish is long, focused and quietly powerful.
Oddero 2020 Barolo 750 mL
Dried red fruit leads with a distinctive herbal note and lively pepper spice. Darker fruit follows on the palate, moving into tar, earth and savoury depth. Firm, youthful tannins give the wine a precise frame, while lifted acidity keeps the profile energetic and carries the finish. Decant before serving with braised beef, roast lamb or mushroom dishes.
Cappellano Barolo Chinato NV 750 mL
Dried plum and rose petal sit beneath layers of sarsaparilla, spearmint, black liquorice, bittersweet chocolate and star anise. The palate is sweet, herbal and gently bitter, with bergamot, quinine and a faint iodine note adding complexity. Richness and bitterness remain in balance, while a cool mint character lifts the long finish. Serve lightly chilled or over one large ice cube after dinner, especially with dark chocolate.
Trediberri 2019 Barolo Rocche dell’Annunziata 750 mL
Lustrous ruby, with pure cherry, kirsch and rose petal lifted by mint, floral perfume and a cool mineral note. The palate is full and expressive without losing finesse, carrying lush cherry fruit over polished, persistent tannins. Aromatic detail builds through the finish, where fruit, spice and freshness remain in balance. Decant before serving with braised beef, venison, truffle dishes, mushroom risotto or aged hard cheese.
Cesare Bussolo 2019 Barolo Fossati 750 mL
Rose petal and violet lead into sour cherry, blackberry and dried plum, with tar, tobacco and licorice adding a distinctly savoury dimension. The palate is structured and energetic, shaped by bright acidity and firm, fine-grained tannins. Mineral detail carries through a long, composed finish that balances fruit, earth and spice. Decant before serving with braised beef, osso buco, roast lamb, mushroom risotto or aged hard cheese.
Figli Luigi Oddero 2015 Barolo 750 mL
Camphor, rose and wild herbs open over raspberry, ripe Morello cherry and a gentle earthy note. The palate is round and juicy, with polished tannins supporting the fruit and savoury layers of new leather, star anise, cinnamon and brown spice. The finish is balanced, persistent and already expressive, while retaining the structure expected of mature Nebbiolo. Decant carefully and serve with braised beef, porcini, truffle dishes or aged Piedmontese cheese.
Giuseppe Cortese 2021 Barbaresco Rabajà 750 mL
Raspberry, cherry and plum lead a lifted, complex nose, joined by wilted rose, tea and a touch of undergrowth. The palate is juicy and finely structured, with tightly woven tannins giving the red fruit definition and length. Savoury earth and dried herbs build through the middle, while the finish remains firm, fresh and persistent. Decant before serving with braised beef, roast lamb, porcini or aged hard cheese.
Brezza 2012 Barolo Sarmassa 750 mL
Rose, red cherry and raspberry open with star anise, clove and a gentle earthy note. The palate is savoury and tightly shaped, balancing ripe black cherry with bright acidity, mineral detail and firm, fine-grained tannins. Hints of tar, cigar box and dried herbs emerge with air, bringing mature complexity without losing freshness. The finish is persistent and poised. Decant carefully and serve with braised beef, truffle dishes or aged hard cheese.
Cavallotto 2013 Barolo Bricco Boschis 750 mL
Rose, violet and hibiscus frame dark cherry and raspberry on a finely layered nose. The palate is calm and linear, with fresh cherry, liquorice and mineral notes unfolding over firm, classical tannins. Sweet spice and savoury earth add depth without blurring the wine's clarity. Full-bodied yet poised, it carries notable energy through a long, persistent finish. Decant generously and serve with braised beef, truffle dishes or aged hard cheese.
Giacomo Fenocchio 2020 Barolo Bussia 750 mL
Spiced rose and liquorice lead a finely drawn, savoury nose, followed by dark fruit, dried herbs, leather and a light touch of mocha. The palate is dry, warm and full-bodied, with pronounced tannins giving the wine firm shape without obscuring its aromatic detail. Freshness keeps the structure balanced, while incense and earthy notes gather through a persistent finish. Decant generously and serve with braised beef, game, truffle dishes or aged cheese.