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Red Wine by Einaudi from Piedmont, Italy. From superstar cru of Cannubi - Barolo's greatest, most expensive and historical, documented as far back as 1752! The Einaudi family succeeded in purchasing a little over 5.4 acres of this celebrated terroir in 1997. The ensuing Barolo's superb concentration is enhanced and fine-tuned by elevage: 18-20 months in French barriques, 10-12 months in barrel. The result is grandeur and complexity, luscious aromas, layers and layers of velvet, spice, goudron, truffles; long, long finish and a long, long cellar life of over 25 years. Amazing aromas of ripe fruit, like raspberries in a leather basket. Full-bodied, with ultrasoft and silky tannins and a very, very long finish. Still there after a minute in your mouth. Extremely well-crafted. One of the best Barolos ever from here. Best after 2008. 955 cases made. Wine Spectator, July 2004

Red Wine by Paolo Scavino from Piedmont, Italy. The Bric del Fiasc is noticeably deeper and richer, with notes of sweet dark fruit, tar and scorched earth. Made in a big, bold style, this is a powerhouse of a wine that has enough fruit to balance the tannins, although it is not for the faint of heart. As opposed to Cannubi which has loosely packed, sandy soils, at Bric del Fiasc the soils are more compact and thus retain water better, which helps give this wine a little more freshness, says Scavino. (90-93), 11/05 With his boyish enthusiasm it is hard to believe Enrico Scavino has a full 50 vintages under his belt. I started working at the family estate when I was a young boy, says Scavino. I remember the 1958 vintage in particular. We had a very cool spring and many vineyards were affected by peronospora (a fungal disease that can affect the vines). Flowering was irregular and the plants carried very little fruit. We made a rich, concentrated Barolo that year that was a huge hit with our customers. It was a great way to start, and I've been hooked ever since. -Wine Advocate 90-93

Red Wine by Prunotto from Piedmont, Italy. Ruby red with orange reflections. Full on the nose with hints of raspberry, cedar, cassis, mint, dry roses and violets. With age, truffle and tar notes will enrich the bouquet. Prunotto's Barolo is dry, full bodied and elegant with an ideal balance of fruit, body, acidity and tannins. A delicious, versatile Barolo that can be served with a wide array of foods, from rich meat-based pasta or polenta to omelettes, casseroles, stews, grilled meat and cheeses.

Red Wine by Pio Cesare from Piedmont, Italy. The Nebbiolo grapes used to produce this Barolo come from Pio Cesare's family vineyards around the village of Serralunga d'Alba. Their own grapes account for about 70% of their production, and they also source grapes from the most favorable areas in Castiglione Falletto and Monforte, using the same sources they have been using for the last hundred years. These are growers with whom Pio Cesare has been dealing for generations. Their Barolo has always been produced through careful blending of grapes from different vineyards. The grapes from Serralunga give a full body, the ones from Castiglione Falletto offer an ethereal and tempting nose, and those from Monforte provide class and a refined nature. The color is an intense glossy garnet, with orange reflections. The bouquet is ethereal, with hints of violets, blackberry jam, licorice and cloves. The palate is dry and austere, with a lingering hint of almonds.

Red Wine by Prunotto from Piedmont, Italy. Intense garnet red in color with ruby reflections. Complex perfume of ripe fruit with hints of licorice. Full and velvety on the palate with an optimal balance between sweetness and tannin. Recommended with meat dishes and aged cheeses. Wonderful aromas of blackberry, mineral and dried flowers. Full-bodied, with silky tannins and loads of ripe fruit. A subtle, complex and concentrated wine. Excellent. Best after 2008. Wine Spectator 92 Points

Red Wine by Prunotto from Piedmont, Italy. Medium red. Primary aromas of cassis, mint, flowers and licorice. Dense, chewy and structured, with a strong impression of extract. A plump, sweet, nicely balanced Barolo that finishes firmly tannic, with good cut and grip. International Wine CellarRuby red with orange reflections. The nose is full with hints of dry roses and violets. With maturity truffle and tar come through in the perfume. Dry on the palate, full bodied and elegant with an ideal balance of extract, alcohol,acidity and tannin. Recommended with roasted red meats, game and full flavored cheese.

Red Wine by Vietti from Piedmont, Italy. Pale ruby color with garnet hues and powerful aromas of rich, ripe cherries with intricate complexities of spice, tea leaves and rose petals. With strong, rich tannins, crisp acidity and masculine structure, this ageworthy Barolo shows incredible finesse with excellent balance, integration and a long, lingering finish. Food pairings: Hearty stew, wild game, roasted red meats and sharp, aged cheeses.

Red Wine by Batasiolo from Piedmont, Italy. Visual Aspect: Deep ruby-garnet red. Nose: Ethereal and intense, with notes of spices and dried fruits offering great finesse to the nose and palate. Palate: Full-bodied wine highlighted with plum and cherry flavors and a velvety elegance. Food pairings: Ideal for accompanying white or red meats, meats with sauces and medium to mature cheeses.

Red Wine by Prunotto from Piedmont, Italy. Garnet color with good intensity. The perfume is deep and complex with hints of licorice. Full-bodied and velvety with excellent balance. The wines structure and characteristics lend it to meat dishes and aged cheeses.   90 points.  Very attractive aromas of blackberry, spice and black licorice. Full-bodied, with velvety rich tannins and a long, caressing finish. Extremely well-done...

Red Wine by Ceretto from Piedmont, Italy. This is a soft, smooth, round Barolo. With its moderate tannins, its alcohol and acidity are generally well-balanced. Extraordinarily easy to drink just a few months after bottling, in outstanding vintages it can also be cellared for considerably longer than 10 years.

Red Wine by Marchesi di Barolo from Piedmont, Italy. One of the great names in Piedmontese winemaking, Cantine dei Marchesi di Barolo dates back as far as the 12th century, when the land-owning Falletti family of Piedmont's Barolo district was granted titles of nobility. Today the estate owns about 100 acres of vineyard in the Langhe, including some of the finest vineyards in the district. The Marchesi di Barolo cellars have been owned since 1929 by the Abbona family, who make their home in the large, yellow-fronted villa overlooking the terra cotta rooftops of the picturesque village of Barolo. Like their Falletti predecessors the Abbonas are committed to conserving the estate's time-honored reputation. Production Area From prime estate vineyards planted in calcareous, clayey soils on the moderately inclined hillsides of Piedmont's Barolo district. Grape Varieties 100% Nebbiolo Vinification Following destemming, handpicked grapes are soft-pressed. Fermentation occurs at controlled temperatures in thermo-conditioned vats. Maceration lasts 10-18 days with racking of the wine only after all sugar content has been converted to alcohol. The wine is aged 2-3 years in a combination of small, new and older, used Slavonian oak casks. The wine is further aged six months in bottle prior to release. It can be cellared for 15-20 years. Color Deep ruby red with orange highlights. Bouquet Intense rose bouquet with scents of licorice and spice. Taste Full-bodied, dry and elegant. Serving Suggestions A perfect complement to red meats and ripe cheeses. Serve at a moderate room temperature.