A supple example of mature Barbaresco, the 1999 Riserva reflects both evolution and refinement. Wine‑Searcher notes that despite a challenging vintage marred by pre‑harvest rains, the strongest Nebbiolo still exhibit lasting... Read More
A lightness to this red with an underlying density and structure that frames its core of strawberry, currant and cherry flavors, with wild herb, tobacco and floral notes adding depth as this persists on the long finish
The 2015 Chambolle-Musigny Haut-Doix 1er Cru is a stunning example of both terroir and vintage, offering a generous, layered profile. The nose bursts with ripe red cherry, raspberry, and blackcurrant, intertwined with floral notes... Read More
The 2015 Chambolle-Musigny Les Sentiers 1er Cru is a wine of remarkable depth and seduction from a great vintage. The nose is expressive and layered, with ripe black cherry, redcurrant, and raspberry interwoven with violet, rose... Read More
The 2019 Barolo from Rocche dei Manzoni presents ruby red color and a nose combining sweet and savory aromas: red cherry, black cherry, spice, orange peel, mint, and a kiss of oak. On the palate it is balanced and supple, with... Read More
The 2010 Vigna d’la Roul is a powerful and structured Barolo. Aromas of iron, smoke, underbrush, tobacco, licorice, dried flowers, and dark red fruit emerge. On the palate it is rich, firm, and layered—grippy tannins and... Read More
A complex, fascinating wine of many refracting dimensions, the ’97 Barolo St. Stefano changes with every sip. Sweet cherry cordial is brushed by smoke and leather; lemon lilts with star anise and cloves; roses and violets bloom... Read More
A complex, fascinating wine of many refracting dimensions, the ’97 Barolo St. Stefano changes with every sip. Sweet cherry cordial is brushed by smoke and leather; lemon lilts with star anise and cloves; roses and violets bloom... Read More
The 2018 Barolo Big ’d Big is a powerful, wild wine with aromas of kirsch, sweet oak, spice, white chocolate, and mint. On the palate it delivers punch and intensity: bold fruit framed by assertive tannins and a strong oak... Read More
From mature fruit and age, this 1996 displays a deeply evolved bouquet of dried cherry, leather, truffle, cedar, and forest floor, with touches of tar and tobacco. On the palate it remains elegant and balanced—silky tannins... Read More
Valentino's first single-vineyard Barolo and the most elegant of his Barolos, Vigna d'la Roul, debuted with the 1974 vintage. If the Big 'd Big is a Barolo of power and warmth, the Vigna d'la Roul shows restraint,... Read More
The 2004 Madonna Assunta Riserva in magnum or standard format shows evolved aromas: dried cherry, tar, leather, truffle, forest floor, and spice. On tasting, it is structured yet mature, with ripe but firm tannins, savory red... Read More
The 2019 Le Secret des Sabon is a modern legend—a wine of opulence, precision, and extraordinary depth. A predominantly Grenache field blend (about 95%) matured in tronconique wooden barrels, it presents a compelling nose of... Read More
The vineyards and land comprising the La Sala estate date back to the 11th century and boast the distinction of having been owned by the Medici family. The estate comprises 21 hectares, 15 of which are dedicated to the cultivation... Read More
The vineyards and land comprising the La Sala estate date back to the 11th century and boast the distinction of having been owned by the Medici family. The estate comprises 21 hectares, 15 of which are dedicated to the cultivation... Read More