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    The Best Nebbiolo

    Kirkland Signature Barolo - Big Name Little Price

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: March 8, 2022 Last Updated: November 23, 2022

    Kirkland Signature Barolo - Big Name Little Price

    Costco's take on an iconic wine rarely found under $20, the Kirkland Signature Barolo DOCG. Plus we track down the true producer... Nebbiolo from Serralunga d'Alba, Piedmont, Italy. While we don't know the exact aging on this wine, the Barolo region requires 38 months of … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Barolo, Costco, Italy, Kirkland Signature, Nebbiolo, Pizza Wine, Thanksgiving

    Nino Negri Quadrio Valtellina Superiore - A Beauty of a Wine

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: February 25, 2022 Last Updated: January 21, 2023

    Nino Negri Quadrio Valtellina Superiore - A Beauty of a Wine

    Bulk Buy on a value-priced Nebbiolo, the Nino Negri Quadrio Valtellina Superiore DOCG. 90% Nebbiolo and 10% Merlot from estate vineyards in Valtellina, Lombardy, Italy. The wine spends 18 months in large French and Slavonian oak vats and at least another 4 months in bottle … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Bulk Buy, Italy, Nebbiolo, Pizza Wine

    Pertinace Langhe Nebbiolo - Savory and Delicious

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: November 27, 2020 Last Updated: August 15, 2022

    Pertinace Langhe Nebbiolo - Savory and Delicious

    Piedmont without the high price tag, the Pertinace Langhe Nebbiolo. Nebbiolo from near the town of Treiso in Langhe, Piedmont, Italy. The wine spends 9-12 months in Slavonian oak casks. … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Highly Recommended, Italy, Nebbiolo, Pizza Wine

    Corte Rossa Barolo – Budget Barolo!

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: July 17, 2020 Last Updated: August 15, 2022

    Corte Rossa Barolo – Budget Barolo!

    While it may not measure up to your typical (and well over $20) Barolo, Trader Joe's delivers some pretty good Nebbiolo for only $12, the Corte Rossa Barolo DOCG. 100% Nebbiolo from Piedmont, Italy. While we don't know the exact aging on this wine, the Barolo region … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Barolo, Italy, Nebbiolo, Pizza Wine, Trader Joe's

    Vite Colte Essenze Barolo di Barolo - Lovely!

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: July 10, 2020 Last Updated: August 15, 2022

    Vite Colte Essenze Barolo di Barolo - Lovely!

    Splurging today on a super drinkable Barolo, the Vite Colte Essenze Barolo del Comune di Barolo DOCG. 100% Nebbiolo from the municipality of Barolo in Piedmont, Italy. The wine ages for 24 months in small oak barrels. … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Barolo, Italy, Nebbiolo, Pizza Wine, Saturday Splurge, Thanksgiving

    Massolino Barolo - On The Nice List

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: December 18, 2019 Last Updated: August 15, 2022

    Massolino Barolo - On The Nice List

    Looking for a Christmas splurge? The Massolino "Serralunga d'Alba" Barolo DOCG fits the bill! Nebbiolo from Serralunga d'Alba, Piedmont, Italy. The wine is aged in large oak barrels for at least 30 months plus another 12 months in the bottle before release. … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Barolo, Italy, Nebbiolo, Pizza Wine, Saturday Splurge

    Barreri & Rovati Barbaresco Riserva - Big Time On A Budget

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: June 17, 2016 Last Updated: October 1, 2021

    Barreri & Rovati Barbaresco Riserva - Big Time On A Budget

    The Barreri & Rovati Barbaresco Riserva, a rare find under $20! Our next Trader Joe's Top Pick. UPDATE 1/16/2021: This review is for the long-gone 2004 vintage. After tasting the current (as of this update) vintage which is the 2013, we can no longer recommend this wine. … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Barbaresco, Italy, Nebbiolo, Trader Joe's

    Bersano Mantico Barbaresco - The Beauty of Balance

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: June 12, 2014 Last Updated: December 10, 2016

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    100% Nebbiolo from Piedmont, Italy. SRP of $45 and purchased for $19.99. Imported by Vin Divino. 2,917 cases produced. From the winery: "It is rich and harmonious, considered one of the princes of Italian wines. Refinement: 1 year in Slavonian oak barrels and 1 year in … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Deals, Italy, Nebbiolo

    Stefano Farina Le Brume Langhe Rosso - An Intriguing Blend That Hits All The Right Notes

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: October 4, 2013 Last Updated: December 10, 2016

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    40% Barbera, 40% Nebbiolo and 20% Merlot from Langhe, Piedmont, Italy. SRP of $16 and available for $11.99 at Costco. Imported by Heritage Wine Cellars. From the winery: "This is a rather sophisticated wine, obtained through a wine making process of well matured grapes. … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Barbera, Bulk Buy, Costco, Italy, Nebbiolo

    Brunello and Barbaresco On The Cheap - Trader Joe's Week Wines #6 and #7

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: June 28, 2013 Last Updated: October 1, 2021

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    [Also check out our most recent Trader Joe's series here!] Trader Joe's Week continues with a couple iconic and expensive Italian varieties on the cheap. The question is, are they worth it? First up is the 2008 Sommavite Brunello di Montalcino Annata. This wine is 100% … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Barbaresco, Brunello, Bulk Buy, Italy, Nebbiolo, Sangiovese, Trader Joe's

    Cantine San Silvestro Brumo Nebbiolo d'Alba - An Everyday Italian

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: November 29, 2012 Last Updated: December 11, 2016

    2009-Cantine-San-Silvestro-Brumo-Nebbiolo-d-Alba

    100% Nebbiolo from Langhe, Piedmont, Italy. Available for as low as $15. From the bottle: "Vanilla overtones with evident varietal fruit showing clearly; full-bodied, elegant, persistent. At its very best with mushroom risotto, game, grilled and roast meats and mature … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: Italy, Nebbiolo

    Bonny Doon Vineyard Ca' del Solo Nebbiolo - An Italian Classic From California

    By: Jon Thorsen Published: September 22, 2012 Last Updated: April 2, 2021

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    100% Nebbiolo from Monterey County, California. SRP of $40 and available for as low as $29 (Saturday Splurge). Sample received courtesy Bonny Doon Vineyard for review purposes. From the bottle: "Ca' del Solo is the frontier outpost of Bonny Doon Vineyard and the moniker of … [Read more...]

    Filed Under: California, Nebbiolo, Saturday Splurge

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