Barolo is never cheap but it doesn’t have to be extravagant. Here are three Barolos that are new to our shelves hovering around the $40 price point. All three are tasting great now once they get a bit of air and all three will just get better with a few years of age. Come treat yourself to one of them or maybe all three.
2017 Ascheri, Barolo $42
Nebbiolo
Rich and composite bouquet of sweet spices, dried flowers, leather and undergrowth. The palate is well structured with elegant tannins and great balance and complexity.
2016 Brandini, Barolo La Morra $42
Nebbiolo
This fragrant, focused red offers enticing scents of rose petal, camphor, botanical herb and woodland berry. It’s all about elegance and energy, featuring juicy wild strawberry, Marasca cherry and star anise set against polished tannins and fresh acidity. Woman winemaker. Organic. Arrives at the shop on Friday
2013 Casetta, Barolo $40
Nebbiolo
Smoky with savory herbs and ripe red cherry fruit aromas on the nose. Savory, smoky red fruit and cherry nose. Smooth and juicy on the palate with rounded tannins.