One of the lesser-known grapes of Piedmont, Dolcetto usually produces soft, fruity and early maturing wines. The best come from around Alba, as does this one from De Forville, a family that... Read More
This “speziale” wine is culled from 100% Pelaverga Piccolo vines and a meager 2.5-hectare plot. Aged and fermented in stainless steel, this is super vibrant light red best served... Read More
Erbaluce is one of those grapes that is rarely seen in the US but is the typical summer sipper in Piedmont. Its salty, briny qualities are so dynamic for warm-weather drinking. But the... Read More
With its 30-40 year old vines, this gorgeous white shows beautiful soaring aromatics with floral notes of acacia and honeysuckle with bright orange peel. On the palate, the wine shows loads of texture... Read More
Massimo Clerico Costa della Sesia "Ca du Leria" 2019
This micro-production (only 1500 bottles) is a gem! 50% Nebbiolo, 30% Croatina, and 20% Vespolina are given the "hands-off" approach that makes magic. Vinified in stainless... Read More
Roberto Conterno is a perfectionist of the highest order, and the same diligent steps and meticulous attention to detail are taken here as with his offerings of Barolo and Gattinara. This is... Read More