Region — Italy
Barolo & Piedmont
Piedmont, in Italy's north-west, is Nebbiolo country. In the Langhe hills around Alba the grape gives Barolo and Barbaresco — wines built on firm tannin, bright acidity and aromas of rose, tar and dried cherry that unfold over decades.
The bottles we carry come from growers who work single vineyards (crus) such as Brunate, Cerretta and Cicala, where altitude, soil and exposure each leave their mark.
What to look for
- —Nebbiolo is pale in the glass but powerful on the palate. Young Barolo can be austere; give it time in the cellar, or decant generously before serving.
- —Read the cru on the label — Brunate and Cerretta lean toward perfume and finesse, while Bussia and Cicala tend to be richer and more structured.
- —Traditional, long-aged bottlings reward patience; more modern styles are approachable earlier.
Vintage notes
- 2010 & 2016
- Classic, structured vintages with the balance to age for the long haul.
- 2008 & 2013
- Cooler, more perfumed years that emphasise finesse over power.
- 2000
- A warm, generous vintage now drinking beautifully.
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Aldo Conterno - Barolo 'Cicala'
2000
€ 129
Aldo Conterno - Barolo Riserva 'Granbussia'
2008
€ 385
Elio Altare - Barolo Brunate
2000
€ 140
Elio Altare - Barolo Cerretta Vigna Bricco
2008
€ 100
Gaja - Sperss
1999
€ 310
Giuseppe Rinaldi - Barolo 'Tre Tine'
2012
€ 275
Producers in this region
Frequently asked questions
What's the difference between Barolo and Barbaresco?
Both are made from Nebbiolo in Piedmont, and the two zones sit only a few kilometres apart. Barbaresco generally feels a touch softer and is approachable slightly earlier, while Barolo tends to be more structured and longer-lived.
How long should I age Barolo?
Most Barolo drinks well from about ten years after the vintage, and the best bottles hold for 20–30 years. If you open a young one, decant it an hour or two ahead of serving.
What food suits Nebbiolo?
Its acidity and tannin love richness — think braised beef, truffle pasta, aged hard cheese, or anything with mushrooms.