Elio Perrone

Elio Altare

Barolo Nebbiolo 2010

Quite dense crimson in colour with a tawny rim. Balsamic notes with cherry and a leathery note. Unusual production technique for Barolo using French Barriques for oak maturation. An excellent red but not particularly Barolo, although the oak has largely integrated after 15 years. One of the 1001 Wines. I have Delectable notes of this Cuvée from the 2008 vintage. — 3 days ago

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Elio Grasso

Ginestra Casa Maté Barolo Nebbiolo 2010

Like most 10’s this was structured showing silky tannins surrounded by cherry, berry fruit, balsamic, spice, licorice, leather, rose petal & tobacco notes — 4 months ago

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Elio Grasso

Rüncot Riserva Barolo Nebbiolo 2007

Savoury yet ripe cherry notes. Great depth of flavour coming out after 18 years. A medium bodied palate with medium plus intensity. A trace of that elusive iron amongst the earthy notes. A brilliant wine - thoroughly enjoyed it. A pity that we have to wait 15 to 20 years for Barolos like this to be at their peak, but it is worth the wait. Runcot is only bottled in the best years. This is one of the 1001 Wines and one of the best reds I’ve had this year. — 5 months ago

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Jamie Lauder

Jamie Lauder

Congratulations Bob, that is stunning Barolo.
That producer, from that vintage and at that age. Truly representing the beauty of Nebbiolo.
The stars and planets have aligned for you.
Bob McDonald

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@Jamie Lauder Yes Jamie I agree. One of the better Barolos in my experience. 👌
Ceccherini Cristiano

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Runcot is an amazing Barolo indeed
Agreed on the ageing time too
@Jamie Lauder
Great pull @
Bob McDonald

Elio Grasso

Gavarini Langhe Nebbiolo 2025

Delicious and easy to drink — 6 days ago

Elio Sandri

Langhe Nebbiolo 2020

2020 is a terrific vintage for early drinking. And Sandri is such a wonderful winemaker. Visits with him are never less than three hours of intense discussion and sampling of all of his botte. He’s very generous and it shows in his wines. Great. — 2 months ago

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Elio Altare

Brunate Barolo Nebbiolo 1996

Dark, inky and intense. Tobacco, molasses, dried herbs, blood. Dense and packed with floral notes at the edges. Very pure on the nose, salinity and focus. Excellent. Stop young — 5 months ago

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Elio Perrone

Tasmorcan Barbera d'Asti 2023

Really nice Barbera, although a bit young. Found this at Toutant, didn’t finish it, so we brought a bit home. Turned out to put a nice finish on a pot of goulash. — 7 months ago

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Elio Grasso

Gavarini Chiniera Barolo Nebbiolo

Floral, enough fruit left, mostly dark berries, old book, dried leaves, forest floor, and nicely mellowed tannins. 2009 in 2025. — a month ago

Elio Sandri

Barbera d' Alba Superiore 2021

Jammy red fruits,balanced acidity, beautiful — 3 months ago

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Ridge Vineyards

Benito Dusi Ranch Paso Robles Zinfandel 2022

History begins in 1885, when Osea Perrone, a doctor in San Francisco's Italian community, bought 180 acres near the top of Monte Bello Ridge in the Santa Cruz Mountains. This is 95% Zin with a splash of Petite Syrah. Dark Ruby with aromas of berry fruits, floral and spice! On the palate flavors of blackberry and cherry with peppery floral herb spice integrated with fine soft tannins, lively acidity. Medium+ finish ending with juicy fruit and spice. Nice! — 5 months ago

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