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Producer Wine Vintage Publication Date Score Detail
Lodali Lorens Barbaresco Giacone DOCG 2020 Wine Enthusiast 01/09/2024 90
Verbiage

“A forward bouquet, offering a blend of spices that range from sweet cinnamon to savory cloves. As the wine unfolds, it leans towards fruity elegance, showcasing a medley of cherries, red currants, and other ripe berries. Polished tannins glide smoothly on the palate, culminating in a refreshing finish brimming with mouthwatering acidity.” — Jeff Porter, Wine Enthusiast, Sept. 2024

Lodali Barbaresco DOCG Rocche dei 7 Fratelli 2021 Wine Enthusiast 01/09/2024 94 editor's choice
Verbiage

“Enter a fragrant garden of delight with this Barbaresco, where each sniff reveals a lush blend of ripe cherries, red currants, and hints of rose petals mingling with delicate spices like cinnamon and clove. On the palate, savor the luxurious texture, with flavors of juicy raspberries, dried herbs, and a touch of earthiness, all perfectly balanced by fine-grained tannins and classic Nebbiolo acidity. For now or for later, this is a delightful wine.” — Jeff Porter, Wine Enthusiast, Sept. 2024

Marcarini Barolo La Serra DOCG 2020 Wine Enthusiast 01/09/2024 94 cellar selection
Verbiage

“Rolling out of the glass like billowing clouds, the wine opens subtly with aromas of tart red fruits, herbs, leaf, and worn leather. Taut and well-structured with fine tannins, the throughline is sour cherries with hints of dried spices, crumbled leaves, and chalk. This very elegant wine is built for the long haul, with a drinking window spanning from 2026 to 2045.” — Jeff Porter, Wine Enthusiast, Sept. 2024

Marcarini Barolo Del Comune di La Morra DOCG 2020 Wine Enthusiast 01/09/2024 92
Verbiage

“A delightful interplay of fresh red fruits and captivating herbal notes defines this Barolo. Hints of strawberry are complemented by a subtle herbal quality that adds depth. Candied rose petals intertwine with the herbal elements with tannins that are fine and dusty, providing a subtle structure to support the wine’s delicate balance. Drink Now – 2035” — Jeff Porter, Wine Enthusiast, Sept. 2024

Marcarini Barolo Brunate DOCG 2020 Wine Enthusiast 01/09/2024 93 cellar selection
Verbiage

“This Barolo is like a cherry bomb exploding with tantalizing aromas of ripe red fruit and a subtle hint of savory herbs. The flavors are an intense burst of juicy cranberry and pomegranate, all wrapped up in a sleek and finesse driven wine that is classic. The finish? It’s a long, thrilling adventure that’ll keep you coming back for more. Drink Now – 2045” — Jeff Porter

Cascina Bongiovanni Barolo “Pernanno” DOCG 2020 Wine Enthusiast 01/09/2024 90
Verbiage

A brooding and intense Barolo, with a nose dominated by dark, spicy aromas of wild berries, forest floor, and a hint of smoke. The palate is chewy and robust, with a pronounced spiciness that complements the bold, oak-influenced flavors. The tannins are firm and assertive, providing a solid backbone to this powerful wine. — Jeff Porter

Cascina Bongiovanni Barolo DOCG 2020 Wine Enthusiast 01/09/2024 92
Verbiage

The wine’s aroma wafts gracefully with lifted notes of rose and wild green herbs. It boasts a well-balanced palate and great structure, a harmonious mix of fruit and spice that all end at the focal point of elegant tannins and vibrant acidity. Drink Now – 2040 — Jeff Porter

Fattoria Lornano Chianti Classico DOCG 2021 Wine Enthusiast 01/09/2024 90 best buy
Verbiage

The nose offers aromas of tangerine peel, citrus blossom, cherry and strawberry, before the tang of graphite, pencil shavings and pepper joins. More cherry on the palate before the peppery earthiness returns for balance, with warming acid and firm, taut tannins. — Danielle Callegari

Fattoria Lornano Chianti Classico Riserva DOCG 2020 Wine Enthusiast 01/09/2024 90
Verbiage

A very herbaceous, earthy nose of top soil, fennel, mint, oregano and tomato leaf gets some sweetness from a handful of wild strawberries. On the palate, cherries underscore that strawberry element, although chalky tannins and lively acid simultaneously lift an enduring, flinty earthiness. — Danielle Callegari

Poderi Einaudi Barolo “Terlo Vigna Costa Grimaldi” DOCG 2020 Wine Enthusiast 01/09/2024 90
Verbiage

This incense-driven Barolo from Terlo is an aromatic gem, with lifted notes of sandalwood, clove, and dried roses on the nose, accompanied by subtle dried cherry aromas. The palate is mouth-filling, with cooked sour cherry and raspberry flavors, balanced by a savory finish and an appealing tension that holds the wine together. Drink Now – 2040 — Jeff Porter

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