Tasting Notes: The Aldo Conterno Barolo Cicala is chocked full of ripe plum, menthol, licorice and tobacco. Rich and powerful, the big frame is supported by robust tannins and a bright acidity. Estate History: Aldo Conterno ,... Read More
Tasting Notes: The Aldo Conterno Barolo Colonello has tantalizing aromas of violets, mint, roses and wild berries. The dense palate is loaded with charm, red cherries, white flowers and a mineral push.
Estate History: One of the legendary winemakers of the world, Bruno Giacosa crafted the most prestigious single-vineyard Barolo and Barbaresco wines during a career that spanned nearly eight decades. He joined the family business... Read More
Estate History: Notary documents from the 19th century attest to the presence of the Rocca family in the township of Barbaresco since 1834, the same year their ancestor Francesco (1834-1894) was born. In 1864, Francesco drafted... Read More
Estate History: Notary documents from the 19th century attest to the presence of the Rocca family in the township of Barbaresco since 1834, the same year their ancestor Francesco (1834-1894) was born. In 1864, Francesco drafted... Read More
Tasting Notes: This small production Barolo hails from Castiglione Falletto, a hamlet bordering on Barolo. The nose is persistent and delicate, with hints of blueberry, black plum and slight trances of candied orange peel, dried... Read More
Tasting Notes: The nose is full of spicy, fruity notes with fine hints of dried flowers and rose petals. The palate has a warm, slightly tannic mouth feel with well-integrated herbal notes. One of the defining wines of Alpine... Read More
Estate History: Among the splendid rolling hills of the Langhe, in the heart of Piedmont, stands the beautiful Fontanafredda estate, which once belonged to King Vittorio Emanuele II who n turn gave it to Rosa Vercellana, a commoner... Read More
Tasting Notes: The Fontanafredda Barolo has a vibrant, floral nose, with typical traces of dried flowers, fall leaves and woodland underbrush. Robust and full-bodied, with acidity and firm tannins that give a sense of freshness... Read More
