2016  Vernatsch Alte Reben

Vernatsch Alte Reben - Franz Gojer is a master of Schiava and Lagrein. These two varietals which find their homes in the northern reaches of the Alto Adige are about as far from the mainstream as you can get, but each is a truly unique and vibrant example of the best that this mountainous region can produce. Schiava is all about bright, high-toned fruit and rose petals, all delicately textured and light as silk (sort of like the Frapatto of the North). -- This Schiava bottling is sourced at the same high-elevation zone Karneid where the whites are sourced. This is at the upper limits of where one can successfully grow Schiava, resulting in a wine that is crisp and focused - built more like a mountain white wine than a red. The vines here are from 35 to 60 years old. -- 13% alcohol.

2001  Riserva Castelgiocondo

Castelgiocondo is produced from an uncompromising selection of the finest Sangiovese grapes, in a vineyard whose ideal elevation, well-drained soils, and southwest-facing exposure yield all of the qualities that converge to produce the finest expression of this ancient grape variety. It is an elegant, well-balanced wine of magnificent structure.

1989  

1989  

2014  Vigna Francia Barbera d'Alba

"The 2014 Barbera d'Alba Francia opens to beautiful fullness and sheer depth that represents the darker, softer and more generous side of this grape. I tasted the wine from barrel approximately one month before bottling. Roberto Conterno says that 2014 was a good year for both Barbera, but especially Nebbiolo that experienced a natural selection process in the vineyard due to low yields. This wine offers ripe fruit tones with bold lines and beautifully balanced concentration." - 92pts WA

2015  

2009  Santo Stefano di Perno Superiore

330 cases produced. Barbera from the Santo Stefano vineyard in Perno in Monforte d'Alba, owned by the Mascarello family since 1989. The wine is matured in medium-sized oak barrels for approximately 18 months. "Cherry, chocolate, wild herb and tobacco flavors. Rich and broad, with intensity and wild notes. Finishes long and satisfying. Needs air, but this is a terrific, old-school Barbera. Drink now through 2018." - 92pts WS

2015  

"There is purity to the cherry and black currant fruit, laid out on a velvety texture, with hints of cedar, sandalwood and green olive. Harmonious, long and ready to enjoy. Merlot, Syrah and Sangiovese. Drink now through 2024. 6,250 cases made." - 91pts WS

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2008  Santo Stefano

The vinous story of Bruno Giacosa stretches through three generations, over which the family worked tirelessly to acquire land and fruit worthy of producing wine that in one sip honors both the Nebbiolo grape and the family name. A traditionalist in his approach to, and respect for, the winemaking process, Bruno Giacosa is also a perfectionist who recognizes the legitimacy of certain advancements in the world of winemaking. He finds that reasonable application of modern techniques in the winery increases his ability to present the consumer with the most honest representation of the Nebbiolo grape from across a unique and varied terroir. In the beginning, owning no land themselves, the Giacosa family searched for the best vineyards and growers to consistently source high quality fruit, entering into cooperative lease agreements that would safeguard their winemaking legacy in the coming generations. The most famous of these is the Santo Stefano di Neive vineyard. Barbaresco was produced continuously from Santo Stefano for many years; the final vintage made was in 2011 after which control of the fruit sourced reverted back to Castello di Neive. The wine is scarce - only 7,300 bottles were produced in 2008.

2008  

Falletto di Bruno Giacosa wines are estate-made. Giacosa's Barbaresco Asili is one of the coveted few produced - just 718 magnums produced. Although very balanced, we feel the Asili will benefit from a bit more time for tannins to further resolve.

2013  Single Vineyard Montelpulciano d' Abruzzo

Single Vineyard Montelpulciano d' Abruzzo