Tag Archives: Barolo

Nebbiolo King of Piedmonte

Posted on September 20, 2012 by

  Nebbiolo Nebbiolo is considered to be one of the classic grape varieties of Italy. Nebbiolo is also the only grape grown in the great Barolo and Barbaresco DOCG’s. In my next post, I will discuss the Barolo region and … Continue reading →

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Vintage Barolos or pour and they will come

Posted on January 28, 2011 by

There are wines that burn their way into your taste memory and turn rational analysis on its head. Somewhat like the magic of a great work of art, or the heartbreak of an exquisitely performed opera.  Try to bear this … Continue reading →

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Barolo Wine of Kings

Posted on January 22, 2011 by

Barolo Barolo is one of the great wines of the world.  It was one of the first DOCGs granted, in 1980, which attests to the quality of wine produced in the region. This is a small DOCG, all of seven … Continue reading →

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1982 Vignaveja: An Elegant Old Vintage

Posted on November 12, 2010 by

  Old wines are always something of a mystery. Case in point, the bottle of 1982 Vignaveja we’re about to uncork. What is going to happen when I open this vintage? Will it be dead, oxidized, or will it be … Continue reading →

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1982 Vignaveja: An Elegant Old Vintage

Posted on April 15, 2009 by

Old wines are always something of a mystery. Case in point, the bottle of 1982 Vignaveja we’re about to uncork. What is going to happen when I open this vintage? Will it be dead, oxidized, or will it be a … Continue reading →

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