Italian Region Report

Vallebelbo

Barbaresco 1976 – Vallebelbo

This mature Barbaresco shows a brick-garnet core fading to a wide tawny rim, often with light haze and sediment typical of aged Nebbiolo. The visual impression immediately signals a fully evolved wine that has long left its primary phase behind.

The nose is delicate and tertiary in profile, offering aromas of dried rose petals, pot-pourri, old leather and tobacco leaf. Earthy notes of sous-bois, truffle and autumn leaves mingle with hints of tar, faded cherry fruit, orange peel and a gentle balsamic lift, sometimes touched by walnut skin and dried herbs.

On the palate the wine is light to medium-bodied, with primary fruit largely resolved. …
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Price: £134.00
Stock: 4 in Stock

Gaia Mario

Barbaresco 1976 – Mario Gaia

This mature Barbaresco shows a pale brick-garnet core shading to a wide tawny rim, fully transparent at the edges with fine sediment expected after decades in bottle. The colour and viscosity suggest a wine that is fully evolved, delicate in extract, and now centred firmly on tertiary development.

The nose is expressive yet fragile, with classic mature Nebbiolo notes of dried roses, tar and autumn leaves. Layers of leather, cigar box and sweet spices mingle with truffle, dried porcini and earthy sous-bois. Subtle traces of dried cherry, blood orange zest, balsamic lift and hints of mint or anise add complexity, though intensity will vary bottle to bottle. …
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Price: £159.00
Stock: 1 in Stock

Cav. Ceste
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This mature Barolo comes from Cav. Ceste, a historic Piedmontese producer renowned for crafting elegant, age-worthy Barolos that highlight the Nebbiolo grape’s finesse and structure. The wine displays a deep garnet core with amber highlights, reflecting over forty-five years of careful maturation. On the nose, it reveals aromas of dried red cherries, rose petal, gentle spice, leather, and subtle earthy notes of forest floor and tobacco. The palate is refined and balanced, with softened yet structured tannins supporting flavours of candied cherry, orange zest, hints of truffle, and cedar. The finish is long, layered, and harmonious, showcasing the wine’s depth, elegance, and classic Barolo character. …
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Price: £129.00
Stock: 1 in Stock

Pico della Mirandola

The 1976 Barolo from Pico della Mirandola shows a brick garnet color with pronounced tawny and amber hues at the rim, indicating advanced maturity. The wine appears delicate and translucent, reflecting long bottle aging and a traditionally structured Nebbiolo.

The bouquet is evolved and nuanced, offering aromas of dried rose petals, tar, and red tea, followed by dried cherry, plum skin, and hints of orange peel. With time, tertiary notes of leather, forest floor, tobacco, mushroom, dried herbs, and subtle balsamic tones unfold.

On the palate, the wine is fully resolved and graceful, with softened tannins and moderate acidity providing balance. …
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Price: £169.00
Stock: 1 in Stock

Serafino

This mature Barolo hails from Serafino, a respected Piedmontese estate known for producing structured and age-worthy Barolos that showcase the Nebbiolo grape’s classic elegance. The wine displays a deep garnet core with amber highlights, reflecting over forty-five years of careful ageing. On the nose, it reveals aromas of dried red cherries, rose petal, gentle spice, leather, and subtle earthy notes of forest floor and tobacco. The palate is refined and balanced, with softened yet structured tannins carrying flavours of candied cherry, orange zest, hints of truffle, and cedar. The finish is long, layered, and harmonious, highlighting the wine’s depth, finesse, and quintessential Barolo character. …
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Price: £139.00
Stock: 1 in Stock

Fratelli Berteletti

Barolo is known as the 'king of wines' and is made from the Nebbiolo grape. The 1976 Barolo from Fratelli Berteletti presents a brick garnet color with amber and tawny highlights at the rim, clearly reflecting its full maturity. The wine appears delicate and translucent, consistent with traditionally made Nebbiolo from this era.

The nose is evolved and nuanced, opening with aromas of dried rose petals, tar, and red tea, followed by dried cherry, cranberry, and hints of orange peel. With time, tertiary notes of leather, forest floor, tobacco, mushroom, dried herbs, and subtle balsamic tones emerge. …
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Price: £159.00
Stock: 1 in Stock

Dott. G. Cappellano - Troglia, Barolo, Piedmont

Barolo is known as the 'king of wines' and is made from the Nebbiolo grape.

The 1976 Barolo Troglia from Dott. G. Cappellano displays a deep brick garnet hue with pronounced tawny highlights, indicative of advanced maturity and long bottle aging. The wine appears clear but delicate, reflecting its age and careful evolution.

The nose is highly expressive and layered, opening with dried rose petals, tar, and old leather, followed by notes of sour cherry, dried plum, and orange peel. Secondary and tertiary aromas of forest floor, dried herbs, tobacco leaf, truffle, and balsamic tones emerge gradually with aeration. …
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Price: £289.00
Stock: 1 in Stock

E. Galeasso, Barolo, Piedmont

This 1976 Barolo presents a brick-garnet core with a broad tawny rim, accompanied by fine sediment typical of a fully mature Nebbiolo. The colour signals advanced tertiary development, with the primary fruit largely receded and the wine now centred on nuance and aromatic complexity.

The nose is classic old-school Barolo: dried roses, pot-pourri, tar, and leather form the backbone, complemented by cigar box, earthy mushroom, and subtle truffle notes. Hints of dried cherry, blood orange peel, balsamic lift, and a touch of menthol or anise add complexity, creating a refined, elegant bouquet without overpowering intensity. …
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Price: £149.00
Stock: 5 in Stock

Sella & Mosca

The Cannonau (also known as Cannonao, Cannonadu or Canunau) is the most popular wine from the island of Sardinia. It's mostly produced in the centre of Sardinia, even if we can find production of this famous wine in all the island. The grapes used for this Sardinian wine is the Cannonau. (At least 90 % of this grapes has to be used to be certified as original Cannonau). Cannonau is a very "strong wine" so it should be used with elaborate red meat and some types of cheese.

Decanting: Stand the bottle upright for 2–3 days prior to opening to allow any sediment to settle. Decant slowly and carefully through a fine strainer, allowing 1–2 hours of gentle aeration before serving at 16–18°C. …
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Price: £79.00
Stock: 1 in Stock

Le Piazze - Piccini

This mature Chianti comes from Le Piazze, part of the historic Piccini estate in Tuscany, renowned for crafting age-worthy Sangiovese wines with elegance and finesse. The wine displays a deep ruby-red colour with garnet highlights, reflecting over forty-five years of careful maturation. On the nose, it reveals aromas of dried cherries, plum, gentle spice, leather, and subtle earthy notes of forest floor. The palate is smooth and balanced, with softened tannins carrying flavours of stewed red fruits, hints of orange zest, and delicate herbal nuances. The finish is long, elegant, and harmonious, showcasing the wine’s depth, finesse, and classic Tuscan Chianti character. …
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Price: £99.00
Stock: 1 in Stock

Santa Lucia - Pierluigi Branca
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Chianti, 1976 – Santa Lucia (Pierluigi Branca)
Imperial Format – 5.0 Litres

The 1976 vintage in Tuscany was warm and consistent, producing classically structured Chianti with firm acidity and steady ageing potential. During this period, Chianti was still defined by traditional methods — extended ageing in large oak botti and a clear emphasis on balance over overt richness. Santa Lucia, under the direction of Pierluigi Branca, reflected this restrained and regional style, crafting wines intended for gradual evolution rather than immediate display. Presented here in an impressive 5.0 litre format, this bottle represents both the historic character of 1970s Chianti and the celebratory tradition of large-format releases. …
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Price: £449.00
Stock: 1 in Stock

Ovada, Cantine Tre Castelli
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This mature Dolcetto hails from Cantine Tre Castelli in the Ovada region of Piedmont, an area celebrated for producing vibrant, fruit-driven Dolcetto wines with remarkable ageing potential. This exceptional 5.0-litre bottle displays a deep ruby-red colour with garnet highlights, reflecting over forty-five years of careful maturation. On the nose, it reveals aromas of dried black cherries, plum, gentle spice, and subtle earthy notes of leather and forest floor. The palate is smooth and harmonious, with softened tannins carrying flavours of stewed dark fruits, hints of cocoa, and delicate herbal nuances. …
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Price: £369.00
Stock: 1 in Stock

Giordano

This 1976 Dolcetto from Giordano shows a fully mature, gently evolved character, shaped by decades of bottle age. The nose is subdued yet expressive, offering dried red cherry, stewed plum, and cranberry, layered with tertiary aromas of leather, autumn leaves, walnut shell, and dried flowers. A soft oxidative note recalls almond skin and old paper.

On the palate, the wine is light-bodied and fragile, with fruit firmly in the dried spectrum. Sour cherry and prune are supported by earthy, savory tones, while the tannins are fully resolved and the acidity softened, lending a delicate, almost ethereal texture. …
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Price: £69.00
Stock: 7 in Stock

Cantine Colosio

This mature Franciacorta hails from Cantine Colosio, a historic Lombard estate celebrated for producing traditional method sparkling wines with elegance and remarkable ageing potential. The wine displays a golden-amber colour with copper highlights, reflecting over forty-five years of careful maturation. On the nose, it offers aromas of dried apricot, toasted almonds, brioche, gentle honeyed notes, and subtle hints of hazelnut. The palate is smooth and refined, with fine, gentle bubbles carrying flavours of ripe stone fruits, toasted bread, and delicate nutty undertones. The finish is long, elegant, and harmonious, showcasing the wine’s depth, finesse, and classic Franciacorta character. …
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Price: £79.00
Stock: 1 in Stock

Giordano

This 1976 Grignolino from Giordano presents a delicate, fully mature expression of one of Piedmont’s most idiosyncratic varieties. The nose is light yet nuanced, offering dried strawberry, sour cherry, and red currant, followed by subtle notes of dried rose petal, white pepper, and faded spice. Gentle tertiary aromas of old paper, almond skin, and dried herbs suggest careful aging.

On the palate, the wine is very light-bodied, with high transparency and a fragile structure. The fruit has softened into dried red berry tones, supported by modest acidity and the variety’s characteristic fine, persistent tannins. …
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Price: £69.00
Stock: 2 in Stock

Kellergenossenschaft Kurtatsch

This mature Lagrein comes from Kellergenossenschaft Kurtatsch, a respected cooperative in Alto Adige known for producing characterful wines that reflect the dramatic alpine landscapes of northern Italy. Lagrein, one of the region’s most distinctive indigenous varieties, is prized for its depth of colour and robust structure. After decades of bottle ageing, this 1976 vintage shows a deep garnet-red hue with brick-toned highlights, indicative of its graceful evolution.

On the nose, the wine reveals aromas of dried blackberries, plum compote, dark chocolate, and gentle spice, layered with notes of leather, tobacco, and subtle alpine herbs. …
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Price: £79.00
Stock: 2 in Stock

Aziende Agricole Sella

This mature Lessona comes from Aziende Agricole Sella, one of Alto Piemonte’s most historic estates, renowned for producing refined, long-lived wines from Nebbiolo grown on mineral-rich, sandy soils. The 1976 vintage displays a garnet-red colour with brick-orange reflections, showing the graceful evolution that only decades of careful ageing can bring.

On the nose, it reveals elegant aromas of dried red cherry, rose petal, wild strawberry, and gentle spice, layered with notes of leather, tobacco leaf, and a distinctive mineral nuance characteristic of Lessona’s terroir. The palate is poised and harmonious, with finely resolved tannins supporting flavours of cranberry, orange zest, subtle truffle, and earthy undertones. …
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Price: £89.00
Stock: 3 in Stock

d'Abruzzo, Vino del Ceppetto - Guardinani Farvhione

Here’s a fully original, website-ready tasting note for the Montepulciano d’Abruzzo, 1976 — Vino del Ceppetto, Guardinani Farvhione, including contextual information and the refined 2–3 day decanting instructions:

Montepulciano d’Abruzzo, 1976 — Vino del Ceppetto, Guardinani Farvhione

This mature Montepulciano d’Abruzzo comes from Vino del Ceppetto, produced by Guardinani Farvhione, a traditional Abruzzese estate celebrated for crafting rich, age-worthy wines that reflect the warmth and character of the region. The 1976 vintage displays a deep ruby-red colour with garnet highlights, showing a graceful evolution over nearly five decades. …
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Price: £89.00
Stock: 5 in Stock

Damilano

This mature Nebbiolo comes from Damilano, one of Barolo’s most historic producers, celebrated for crafting structured, elegant, and age-worthy wines that exemplify the classic Nebbiolo character. The wine displays a deep garnet-red colour with amber highlights, reflecting over forty-five years of careful ageing. On the nose, it reveals aromas of dried red cherries, rose petal, gentle spice, leather, and subtle earthy notes of forest floor and tobacco. The palate is refined and balanced, with softened yet structured tannins supporting flavours of candied cherry, orange zest, hints of truffle, and cedar. …
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Price: £99.00
Stock: 1 in Stock

Fontanafredda

This mature Nebbiolo comes from Fontanafredda, one of Barolo’s most historic and esteemed estates, celebrated for producing elegant, age-worthy wines that express the classic structure and finesse of Nebbiolo. The wine displays a deep garnet-red colour with amber highlights, reflecting over forty-five years of careful maturation. On the nose, it offers aromas of dried red cherries, rose petal, gentle spice, leather, and subtle earthy notes of forest floor and tobacco. The palate is refined and balanced, with softened yet structured tannins supporting flavours of candied cherry, orange zest, hints of truffle, and cedar. …
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Price: £99.00
Stock: 1 in Stock

L. Cantine - La Brenta

This mature Nebbiolo d’Alba comes from L. Cantine La Brenta, a traditional Piedmontese estate recognized for producing refined, age-worthy Nebbiolo wines that reflect the character of the Alba terroir. The 1976 vintage displays a deep garnet-red colour with amber highlights, showing nearly five decades of careful evolution.

On the nose, it offers aromas of dried red cherries, rose petal, gentle spice, leather, and subtle earthy notes of forest floor and tobacco. The palate is elegant and balanced, with softened yet structured tannins supporting flavours of candied cherry, orange zest, hints of truffle, and cedar. …
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Price: £89.00
Stock: 1 in Stock

Vietti

This mature Nebbiolo d’Alba comes from Vietti, one of the most esteemed estates in Piedmont, celebrated for producing elegant and age-worthy Nebbiolo wines that express the classic character of the Alba zone. The 1976 vintage displays a deep garnet-red colour with amber highlights, reflecting nearly five decades of careful maturation.

On the nose, it reveals aromas of dried red cherries, rose petal, gentle spice, leather, and subtle earthy notes of forest floor and tobacco. The palate is refined and harmonious, with softened yet structured tannins supporting flavours of candied cherry, orange peel, hints of truffle, and cedar. …
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Price: £129.00
Stock: 1 in Stock

Ceste

This mature Nebbiolo d’Alba comes from Ceste, a historic Piedmontese estate known for crafting refined, age-worthy wines that showcase the elegance and structure of Nebbiolo from the Alba region. The 1976 vintage displays a deep garnet-red colour with amber highlights, reflecting nearly five decades of careful maturation.

On the nose, it reveals aromas of dried red cherries, rose petal, gentle spice, leather, and subtle earthy notes of forest floor and tobacco. The palate is elegant and harmonious, with softened yet structured tannins supporting flavours of candied cherry, orange peel, hints of truffle, and cedar. …
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Price: £99.00
Stock: 1 in Stock

Veglia Carretta

Here’s a fully original, website-ready tasting note for the Nebbiolo d’Alba, 1976 — Veglia Carretta, including contextual information and the refined 2–3 day decanting instructions:

Nebbiolo d’Alba, 1976 — Veglia Carretta

This mature Nebbiolo d’Alba comes from Veglia Carretta, a historic Piedmontese estate known for producing elegant, age-worthy wines that capture the classic character and finesse of the Alba terroir. The 1976 vintage displays a deep garnet-red colour with amber highlights, reflecting nearly five decades of careful maturation.

On the nose, it offers aromas of dried red cherries, rose petal, gentle spice, leather, and subtle earthy notes of forest floor and tobacco. …
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Price: £89.00
Stock: 1 in Stock

Rossello - La Castella

This mature Nebbiolo d’Alba comes from Rossello — La Castella, a traditional Piedmontese estate celebrated for producing elegant, structured wines that highlight the classic character of Nebbiolo from the Alba region. The 1976 vintage displays a deep garnet-red colour with amber highlights, reflecting nearly five decades of careful maturation.

On the nose, it offers aromas of dried red cherries, rose petal, gentle spice, leather, and subtle earthy notes of forest floor and tobacco. The palate is refined and harmonious, with softened yet structured tannins supporting flavours of candied cherry, orange peel, hints of truffle, and cedar. …
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Price: £89.00
Stock: 3 in Stock