Italian Region Report

Barbaresco
93 Points- Vinous

The 2021 Barbaresco by Massolino is a remarkable expression of Nebbiolo, offering elegance and complexity while staying true to the region’s heritage. The 2021 vintage has garnered acclaim for its elegance and complexity. Given its current youth, this wine is approachable now but will benefit from aging, with optimal drinking windows extending into the next decade.

Tasting Notes:
The wine presents a medium garnet red hue. On the nose, it offers a bouquet of bright red fruits, such as cherry and raspberry, complemented by floral notes of rose and violet, and subtle hints of spices, tobacco, and leather. …
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Price: £42.95
Stock: 10 in Stock

Barbaresco "Albesani"
95 Points- James Suckling

Massolino, 2021 Barbaresco “Albesani”

A beautifully poised Barbaresco from one of Piedmont’s most respected estates, the 2021 “Albesani” captures Nebbiolo at its most refined and expressive.

The nose is immediately inviting, offering wild strawberry, red cherry and redcurrant, layered with classic Nebbiolo notes of dried rose petal, subtle tar, sweet spice and fresh herbs. On the palate, the wine is silky yet structured, with vibrant acidity carrying flavours of ripe red fruits, orange peel and gentle earthy nuances. Fine, polished tannins give shape and length, leading to a long, mineral-driven finish that is both elegant and persistent. …
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Price: £82.50
Stock: 2 in Stock

Barbera d'Alba, Gisep

Massolino, 2021 Barbera d’Alba “Gisep”

Region: Piedmont, Italy
Appellation: Barbera d’Alba DOC
Grape: Barbera
Vintage: 2021
ABV: 14.0%
Closure: Natural cork

Tasting Note
Ripe and vibrant, the 2021 Barbera d’Alba Gisep opens with brilliant crimson and ruby hues. On the nose, expressive black cherry, fresh raspberry and wild blueberry intertwine with lifted floral hints of violet and dried rose petal, alongside soft spice and a touch of minerality.

The palate is generous yet focused — juicy black and red fruits are framed by zesty acidity and polished tannins, giving superb drive and freshness. …
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Price: £34.50
Stock: 10 in Stock

Barolo Gavarini Chinera
99 Points- Luca Gardini

Elio Grasso, 2020 Barolo “Gavarini Chiniera”

From one of Barolo’s most admired traditional estates, the 2020 Gavarini Chiniera is a powerful yet beautifully refined expression of Nebbiolo from the Monforte d’Alba commune.

The bouquet is complex and expressive, opening with ripe red cherry, wild strawberry and blood orange, followed by classic Barolo notes of rose petal, liquorice, tar and subtle spice. On the palate, the wine is structured and focused, with layers of crimson fruit, dried herbs and mineral earthiness carried by vibrant acidity. Firm, finely grained tannins give impressive shape and length, leading to a long, savoury and finely balanced finish. …
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Price: £99.00
Stock: 15 in Stock

Ginestra Casa Mate, Barolo
95 Points- James Suckling
94 Points- Wine Advocate

Elio Grasso, 2020 Barolo “Ginestra Casa Maté”

One of Barolo’s truly iconic single-vineyard wines, Ginestra Casa Maté is the flagship expression of Elio Grasso and a benchmark for the Monforte d’Alba commune.

The 2020 vintage opens with an intense yet refined bouquet of ripe red cherry, wild strawberry and blackcurrant, interwoven with classic Nebbiolo notes of rose petal, liquorice, tar and sweet spice. On the palate, the wine is powerful and layered, showing impressive concentration of crimson fruit, dried herbs and earthy minerality, supported by vibrant acidity. Firm, finely etched tannins provide structure and grip, driving through to a long, savoury and complex finish with remarkable persistence. …
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Price: £79.50
Stock: 23 in Stock

Barolo
94 Points- James Suckling

The Massolino Barolo from the 2020 harvest is a fine red wine from the Piedmont region of Italy, crafted entirely from Nebbiolo grapes, renowned for its elegance and complexity. It has potential for both immediate enjoyment and aging.

Tasting Notes:
The wine presents a bright ruby-garnet hue. Its bouquet is a harmonious blend of floral aromas—such as roses and violets—complemented by raspberries and strawberries, along with hints of nutmeg, leather, and licorice, set against a balsamic and mineral backdrop. On the palate, it is full-bodied and well-structured, with fine, silky tannins and a balanced acidity that promises excellent aging potential. …
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Price: £39.00
Stock: 1 in Stock

Barbaresco

The 2020 Barbaresco by Massolino is a remarkable expression of Nebbiolo, offering elegance and complexity while staying true to the region’s heritage. This vintage balances youthful vibrancy with the promise of graceful aging, making it a standout choice for enthusiasts and collectors alike.

Tasting Notes:

Appearance:
A brilliant garnet red with ruby reflections, showcasing the hallmark clarity of Nebbiolo wines.

Aroma:
The bouquet is captivating, with an intricate interplay of floral notes such as rose petals and violets, alongside red cherries, wild berries, and subtle hints of tobacco, leather, and sweet spices. …
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Price: £39.95
Stock: 14 in Stock

Barolo, "Margheria"
95 Points- Kerin O'Keefe

The Massolino Barolo 2020 Margheria is a notable wine from the Massolino winery, which is based in the heart of the Barolo region in Piedmont, Italy. This Barolo comes from the Margheria vineyard, which is known for its excellent exposure and unique terroir, contributing to the wine's distinct character.

Tasting Notes:
the 2020 vintage is a structured wine with aromas of red fruit, rose scents, and hints of spices. Barolo wines, especially from the Margheria cru, often have good acidity, fine tannins, and a long aging potential. The 2020 vintage is quite youthful, but it shows great promise for aging, with the tannins likely to soften and develop more complexity over time. …
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Price: £82.50
Stock: 19 in Stock

Barolo, "Parafada"
96 Points- James Suckling

The perfect Barolo for long ageing. This wine perfectly embodies the spirit and terroir of Serralunga. Its grapes come from Parafada, the oldest Massolino vineyard, planted with vines that are about sixty years old. The site is renowned for its calcareous marl soils and optimal south-facing exposure, which contribute to the wine's depth and complexity.

Tasting Notes:
Deep garnet red with bright hues. Intense and complex aromas, featuring red fruit notes intertwined with floral and spicy nuances. Robust and rich mouthfeel, reflecting the intricate terroir of Serralunga d'Alba. The wine is structured with well-integrated tannins and a harmonious balance between fruit, herbs, and earthy elements. …
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Price: £79.50
Stock: 21 in Stock

Barolo, "Parussi"
96 Points- Kerin O'Keefe

To Produce Barolo Parussi, Massolino left the confines of Serralunga, choosing a vineyard in Castiglione Falletto. Massolino’s share of Parussi is at the top of the hill, with a south-east/south-west exposition, and an average vine age of 40 years. The Parussi forms a beautiful counterpoint to its renowned Serralunga expressions.

Tasting Notes:
Deep, red plum, bright cherry and accents of violet and blueberry create an enchanting, lifted feeling. The texture is ultra-graceful, promising a brilliant future. Drink 2025 – 2040+.

Serving & Food Pairing:
It is best to decant and serve it at temperatures between 18-20°C. …
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Price: £95.00
Stock: 22 in Stock

Barolo - Castiglione
93 Points- Wine Advocate

The “Castiglione” Barolo is Vietti's take on Barolo classico. The grapes
are sourced from various small vineyards across the Barolo region, with vines aged between 10 and 43 years planted in clay-limestone soils. Each vineyard is vinified separately to highlight its unique terroir characteristics.

Tasting Notes:
Deep ruby with garnet reflections. The nose is explosive, opulent, seductive and striking. Notes of plum, red, ripe black and sour cherries, blackberry, rose petal, and tobacco emerge. On the palate, the flavour is rich and opulent, with notes of dar fruit, alpine herbs, cola and smoky tar. …
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Price: £62.50
Stock: 53 in Stock

Barolo- Brunate
95 Points- Wine Advocate

The 2020 Vietti Barolo Brunate is a prestigious red wine from one of the most renowned producers in the Barolo region of Piedmont, Italy. Vietti is known for crafting wines that reflect the unique terroirs of the region. Like many Barolos, the 2020 Vietti Barolo Brunate has significant aging potential. It can be enjoyed now with decanting, but it will continue to evolve and improve over the next 10 to 20 years, gaining even more complexity.

Tasting Notes:
The 2020 Vietti Barolo Brunate is deep garnet red with a rich, complex nose of dark fruits, rose petals, tobacco, and earthiness. …
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Price: £195.00
Stock: 1 in Stock

Barolo - Brunate
150cl Bottle in Wooden Case
95 Points- Wine Advocate

The 2020 Vietti Barolo Brunate is a prestigious red wine from one of the most renowned producers in the Barolo region of Piedmont, Italy. Vietti is known for crafting wines that reflect the unique terroirs of the region. Like many Barolos, the 2020 Vietti Barolo Brunate has significant aging potential. It can be enjoyed now with decanting, but it will continue to evolve and improve over the next 10 to 20 years, gaining even more complexity.

Tasting Notes:
The 2020 Vietti Barolo Brunate is deep garnet red with a rich, complex nose of dark fruits, rose petals, tobacco, and earthiness. …
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Price: £395.00
Stock: 1 in Stock

Barolo - Cerequio
97 Points- James Suckling
Was £249
Special Offer £199
Offer ends Friday the 1st May

An exceptional Barolo from Vietti, showcasing the elegance and power that this producer is known for. Cerequio is a prestigious vineyard located in the commune of La Morra, well-regarded for producing wines that balance finesse with structure. This Barolo has significant aging potential, allowing it to evolve and develop more complexity over the next 10 to 20 years.

Tasting Notes:
A brilliant garnet colour. The nose is elegant, offering aromas of cherry and raspberry, combined with floral notes of rose and violet, as well as earthy and spicy undertones. There's also a touch of tobacco and a hint of licorice. …
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Price: £199.00
Stock: 2 in Stock

Barolo - Cerequio
150cl Bottle
97 Points- James Suckling
Was £499
Special Offer £399
Offer ends Friday the 1st May

Cerequio is a prestigious vineyard located in the commune of La Morra, well-regarded for producing wines that balance finesse with structure. The 2020 Vietti Barolo Cerequio is another exceptional offering from Vietti, showcasing the elegance and power that this producer is known for. This Barolo has significant aging potential, allowing it to evolve and develop more complexity over the next 10 to 20 years.

Tasting Notes:
A brilliant garnet colour. The nose is elegant, offering aromas of cherry and raspberry, combined with floral notes of rose and violet, as well as earthy and spicy undertones. …
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Price: £399.00
Stock: 1 in Stock

Barolo - Lazzarito
93 Points - Wine Enthusiast

Vietti wines are known for their elegance, complexity, and aging potential. Vietti's Barolo "Lazzarito" is a fine red wine crafted entirely from Nebbiolo grapes, sourced from the esteemed Lazzarito vineyard in Serralunga d'Alba, within Italy's Piedmont region. This vineyard is notable for its amphitheater-like shape, south-western exposure, and soils rich in limestone and clay, contributing to the wine's robust character.

Tasting Notes:
In the glass, the Barolo "Lazzarito" presents an intense ruby-red colour with garnet hues. The nose offers alluring and profound aromas, including notes of hay, cut grass, tobacco, white pepper, and wild mint. …
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Price: £249.00
Stock: 6 in Stock

Barolo "Monvigliero"
99 Points- James Suckling

The 2020 Vietti Barolo Monvigliero is an especially fine wine from the renowned Monvigliero vineyard in Verduno, a prized cru within the Barolo region. This vintage is notable for its delicate and nuanced profile, achieved through the use of 60% whole-cluster fermentation and aging for 24 months in large oak casks.

Tasting Notes:
The wine presents a pale ruby hue and offers an aromatic bouquet of crushed raspberries, wild strawberries, rose petals, and violets. On the palate, it reveals layers of red currants, pomegranate, and subtle sweet spices, supported by silky tannins and bright acidity, culminating in a harmonious and elegant finish. …
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Price: £249.00
Stock: 3 in Stock

Barolo"Ravera"
94 Points- Vinous (Antonio Galloni)

The Vietti Barolo Ravera from the excellent 2020 vintage is a unique expression of Nebbiolo from the renowned Ravera vineyard in Novello, Piedmont. This vineyard, situated at approximately 400 meters above sea level, boasts limestone and clay-rich soils, with some vines dating back to 1935.

Tasting Notes:
The wine presents a deep garnet-red hue. The nose reveals complex floral notes, red fruit, chalk, and white pepper. On the palate, it is fine, with hints of ripe red berries, taut and compact tannins, and vibrant acidity, leading to a refined and everlasting finish.

Serving & Food Pairing:
For optimal enjoyment, it's recommended to decant the wine a few hours before serving. …
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Price: £249.00
Stock: 6 in Stock

Nervo

This 2019 Barbaresco red wine is one of the great wines of Italy's north-western Piedmont region.

In the region of Piedmont in Northern Italy, the Nebbiolo grape stands high above the rest. It has two personalities—the brutish wines of Barolo and the elegant, striking wines of Barbaresco. The wines from Barbaresco are its most feminine and elegant, but they can be as exciting and exhilarating as their neighboring Barolo wines.

These Barbaresco wines are medium ruby-red, with nice garnet highlights which become more marked on ageing. They are filled with aromas of sour cherry and forest berries, dry earth, cinnamon and clove spice, tobacco and potpourri. …
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Price: £59.00
Stock: 16 in Stock

Barolo, Cannubi, Piedmont
96 Points – James Suckling
Exclusive to VWP
Special Release Price £59.95
Limited allocation – while stocks last

A Classic Expression from Cannubi - Exclusive to Vintage WIne and Port
The 2019 Gigi Rosso Barolo Cannubi offers an elegant, authentic expression of one of Barolo’s most celebrated vineyards. Cannubi is often referred to as the “grand cru” of Barolo, known for producing wines that seamlessly balance structure and finesse. Gigi Rosso’s approach emphasizes careful vineyard work and traditional aging, resulting in a wine that truly embodies the spirit of this historic site.

An Outstanding Vintage for Barolo
The 2019 vintage is already considered excellent in Barolo, with ideal conditions allowing for a long, slow ripening period. …
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Price: £59.95
Stock: 13 in Stock

Barbaresco, Piedmont
*** 93 Points- Wine Advocate ***

Massolino, 2019 Barbaresco

A refined and elegant expression of Nebbiolo, the 2019 Barbaresco from Massolino highlights the finesse and aromatic purity that define this historic Piedmont appellation.

Tasting Note
The nose is fragrant and expressive, offering aromas of ripe red cherry, wild strawberry and raspberry, layered with rose petal, dried herbs and a subtle hint of sweet spice. On the palate, the wine is supple yet structured, with vibrant acidity carrying flavours of crimson fruit, orange peel and gentle earthy notes. Fine, polished tannins lend shape and persistence, leading to a long, savoury and well-balanced finish. …
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Price: £45.95
Stock: 32 in Stock

Massolino Barolo Margheria, Piemonte

Massolino, 2019 Barolo “Margheria”

A classic single-vineyard Barolo from the renowned Margheria cru in Serralunga d’Alba, the 2019 Barolo Margheria is a beautifully structured expression of Nebbiolo from one of Piedmont’s most respected traditional producers.

Tasting Note
The nose is refined and complex, showing aromas of ripe red cherry, wild strawberry and raspberry, layered with rose petal, dried herbs, liquorice and subtle earthy spice. On the palate, the wine is firm and focused, with vibrant acidity supporting flavours of crimson fruit, orange peel and mineral earthiness. …
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Price: £79.50
Stock: 10 in Stock

Barolo Parussi, Piemonte

Massolino, 2019 Barolo “Parussi”

A distinctive Barolo from the Parussi cru, located on the border between Castiglione Falletto and Monforte d’Alba, the 2019 Barolo Parussi combines elegance and structure in a refined expression of Nebbiolo.

Tasting Note
The nose is lifted and aromatic, offering ripe red cherry, wild strawberry and raspberry, followed by notes of rose petal, dried herbs, liquorice and subtle spice. On the palate, the wine is poised and finely structured, with vibrant acidity supporting flavours of crimson fruit, orange peel and mineral earthiness. Polished tannins provide shape and drive through to a long, savoury and balanced finish. …
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Price: £88.50
Stock: 21 in Stock

Massolino, Barolo, Piemonte
*** 94 Points- Wine Advocate ***

Massolino, 2019 Barolo

A classic, finely balanced Barolo from one of Piedmont’s most respected traditional producers, the 2019 Barolo from Massolino showcases Nebbiolo purity and structure in an outstanding vintage.

Tasting Note
The nose is expressive and layered, offering ripe red cherry, wild strawberry and raspberry, complemented by lifted notes of rose petal, dried herbs, liquorice and subtle spice. On the palate, the wine is elegant yet firmly structured, with vibrant acidity carrying flavours of crimson fruit, orange peel and earthy minerality. Fine, polished tannins provide shape and persistence, leading to a long, savoury and well-balanced finish. …
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Price: £44.50
Stock: 12 in Stock

Vietti Castiglione, Barolo, Piedmonte
95/100 - Robert Parker - Wine Advocate

The 2019 Vietti Barolo “Castiglione” is a masterful expression of Nebbiolo, crafted by one of Piedmont’s most revered producers. Drawing fruit from a selection of prized vineyards across Barolo’s top communes, this wine is designed to encapsulate the elegance, structure, and complexity that define the region. The 2019 vintage is hailed as outstanding in Barolo, with ideal weather conditions producing wines of precision, vibrant aromatics, and exceptional ageing potential—making this “Castiglione” a vintage not to be missed.

In the glass, it shows a brilliant garnet core with delicate orange highlights, a visual signature of Nebbiolo’s noble character. …
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Price: £62.50
Stock: 54 in Stock