Ambasciata Del Barolo

Cappellano

Otin Fiorin Piè Rupestris-Nebioli Barolo Nebbiolo 2017

Vigorously poured into a decanter about 30 minutes prior to service; enjoyed over the course of several hours. The 2017 Gabutti “Pie Rupestris” pours a deep garnet color with a transparent core; medium+ viscosity with no staining of the tears. On the nose, the wine is developing with heavy notes of ripe and tart Morello cherry, fresh cut roses (stems and all!), tar, dried herbs, exotic eastern spices, talcum powder and dried earth. On the palate, the wine is bone dry with high tannin and medium+ acid. Confirming the notes from the nose, though everything seems to be enhanced on the palate; powerful! The finish is super long. This is a gorgeous example of 2017 Barolo and likely one of the very finest of the vintage. Drink now through 2067. — 10 days ago

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Giuseppe E Figlio Mascarello

Monprivato di Castiglione Falletto Barolo Nebbiolo 2007

2007 vintage drinking very well - was almost ready out of the bottle but improved with a few hours in the decanter. Wonderful red fruit on the palate with strawberries, raspberries and red cherries. Alcohol was slightly perceptible. This is in a good place and seems unlikely to improve much, but nowhere near a state of decline. Fruit is still quite primary with nice acidity — 12 days ago

Damilano

Lecinquevigne Barolo Nebbiolo 2020

Still a bit fruity on the nose mostly tart cherry quite delicious. I’d to let it open for another 20 minutes and keep in my cellar another 5 years. Thanks Costco for carrying this 🥂 — 8 days ago

Giacomo Conterno

Cascina Francia Barolo Nebbiolo 2004

This needed an hour of air to reveal its polished, silky texture showing cherry, berry, plum fruit, savory herbs, rose petal & tar — 10 days ago

Severn, Ira and 11 others liked this

Vietti

Castiglione Barolo Nebbiolo 2016

Another good btl that is consistent with my prior notes — 8 days ago

Tom, Juan and 17 others liked this

Massolino

Serralunga d'Alba Barolo Nebbiolo 2011

Ming L
9.1

No cru bottling in 2018, so this entry gets all the premium juice.
Beautiful nose of strawberry, sour cherry, raspberry, licorice, steeped tea, and rose petals. Lean medium body yet juicy. Tannins are still quite tight.
Good showing from a so-so vintage.
— 22 days ago

Jae, Bob and 5 others liked this

Domenico Clerico

Ciabot Mentin Barolo Nebbiolo 2017

Micheal White’s new restaurant in Coral Gables. Mika. Amazing experience. — 21 days ago

Ted, Rob and 5 others liked this

Gaja

DaGromis Barolo Nebbiolo 2017

Ming L
8.9

Tasted the 18’ vintage and wasn’t too impressed, given the price point. This ‘17 is quite similar to the ‘18 - nice fragrant nose but the fruits felt a bit diluted on the palate. Granted neither the ‘17 nor the ‘18 is a strong vintage, but there are better bottlings for less. — 20 hours ago

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Jae Cho

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Piemonte is puzzling with flashes of rare hits. Really makes you work to discover the gems. Check out Diego Conterno’s Monforte ‘17.
Ming L

Ming L

@Jae Cho thanks for the suggestion. Not familiar with the producer and don’t recall seeing it on retail shelf. Just looked up your notes. Will be on the lookout.

Poderi Aldo Conterno

Riserva Gran Bussia Barolo Nebbiolo 2005

Succulent and bursting. Strong cherry, tar and grounded beautifully. The juice that powered the afternoon Boggle game. — 17 days ago

Daniel, Jan and 15 others liked this

Fontanafredda

Barolo Nebbiolo 2016

Lovely Barolo. Surprisingly approachable on opening with enticing aroma of roses cherry and strawberry with a touch of spice. Medium bodied and well balanced acidity and tannins. Same fruit and spices on the palate along with undergrowth and balsamic. Finish is soft and lingering. Next day even softer and more elegant. — 17 days ago