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...]
The Best Nebbiolo
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...]
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...]
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...]
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...]
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...]
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...]
Bersano Mantico Barbaresco - The Beauty of Balance
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...]
Stefano Farina Le Brume Langhe Rosso - An Intriguing Blend That Hits All The Right Notes
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...]
Brunello and Barbaresco On The Cheap - Trader Joe's Week Wines #6 and #7
[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...]
Cantine San Silvestro Brumo Nebbiolo d'Alba - An Everyday Italian
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...]
Bonny Doon Vineyard Ca' del Solo Nebbiolo - An Italian Classic From California
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...]