The Grapes of the Piedmont

Saturday, February 25th

2pm on

This Saturday we’ll be taking a trip to Piedmonte the region of North Eastern Italy where Barolo and Barbaresco sit like the King and Queen of Italian wine making. Nebbiolo is the grape and in Barolo comes from select vineyards, and must age for a minimum of two years in barrel and six months in bottle before release. It can take several more years to reach its peak and last for several decades after that. It is a classic wine, and we’ll be tasting the 2007 from Mirafiore which is just hitting its stride. We’ll also be pouring the other major grapes of the region. Cortese, Barbera and Dolcetto have their own charm and distinct personalities. Come taste the terroir.   

2010 Araldica, Gavi, la Luciana $15

Made from the Cortese grape, the la Luciana is a fresh, lively dry white with lemon and grapefruit citrus flavor and a lurking minerality. 

2009 Vietti, Barbera d’Asti, Tre Vigne $18

The Tre Vigne from Vietti is a showcase Barbera with classic ripe red cherry aromas with hints of mineral and vanilla, good integration of oak, good complexity, soft tannins and a finish of more red cherries.

2009 Pecchenino, Dolcetto di Dogliani, San Luigi $16

Pecchenino is a 3rd generation, family run estate winery that specializes in Dolcetto. The San Luigi showcases plump, dark, juicy fruit with an underlying structure and long finish.

2009 Damilano, Nebbiolo, Marghe $15

Not your typical entry level Nebbiolo, the Damilano ages for 16 months in small barrels (40% new, 60% second or third use French oak) The wine has aromas of blueberry, cherry and strawberry with hints of spice, cinnamon, vanilla and pepper. 

2007 Casa E di Mirafiore, Barolo $36

Barolo is the expression of everything Nebbiolo can be. The Mirafiore is from a great year and at a great price. “The 2007 Barolo is a sexy, radiant wine that captures the essence of the year. Soft and inviting through to the finish, the Barolo possesses tremendous class and balance. Succulent red cherries, licorice, rose petals and spices round out the supple finish. This is another overachieving wine. Anticipated maturity: 2012-2022.” –Wine Advocate 92

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