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Josetta Saffirio is a maker of excellent Barolos with vines based in Monforte d’Alba. The company’s namesake, Josetta Saffirio, was one of the first women to begin creating Barolo wines in the 1970s. Many of their wines have earned 90+ … Continue reading “Josetta Saffirio” →
巴罗洛大哥”是一位美国华桥的博客, 讲解意大利的巴罗洛名酒. 这种酒是用意大利西北角皮埃蒙特地區的内比奥罗葡萄創造的,味道很膽壯但也精制,具有玫瑰的香味. 巴罗洛葡萄酒特别适合陪中餐, 特别大肉烤鸭这类的菜. 意大利皮埃蒙特地區的人民自古以来喜欢用巴罗洛陪充满鲜味的菜. 在意大利, 巴罗洛酒的名誉引它被称为”葡萄酒之王,王者之葡萄酒.” 在这个博客里,我会用一些中国文章给华人介绍这个美味可口的葡萄酒.
When it comes to the absolute best makers of Barolo, Poderi Aldo Conterno has to be at or near the very top. Almost all of the wine they produce is highly rated, with the 2005 Aldo Conterna Riversa Grand Bussia … Continue reading “Poderi Aldo Conterno” →
We arrive at our last cru vineyards in Barolo, located in the eastern end of the region. Serralunga d’Alba has more limestone in the soil than the other cru regions we’ve examined, leading to highly tannic Barolos that are ideal … Continue reading “Rollin’ With My Cru: Serralunga d’Alba” →
South of Castiglione Falleto sits the Barolo producing region of Monforte d’Alba. These vineyards produce very dark, rich and earthy wines that pack a very potent punch. Monforte d’Alba Barolos are known for being the firmest and most concentrated. As … Continue reading “Rollin’ With My Cru: Monforte d’Alba” →
To the east of Barolo in the Langhe region lies a stretch of Nebbiolo wines known as Barbaresco. Though these grapes border those of the Barolo region, they grow in soil that is richer in nutrients, resulting in a less … Continue reading “Barbaresco: Barolo’s Bro” →
If you’re a fan of high end (as in VERY high end) dining, make sure to swing by the three Michelin starred restaurant Piazza Duomo during your trip to Barolo. Located in an alley just off the beautiful main town … Continue reading “Visiting Barolo: Piazza Duomo” →
Let’s jump over to the eastern side of the Barolo region, the northeastern corner to be exact, where we find the commune of Castiglione Falleto. These Barolos are known for their velvety texture, balanced medium tannins, rich bouquet of aromas, … Continue reading “Rollin’ With My Cru: Castiglione Falleto” →
Truffles are a type of earthy, garlicky mushroom that grow in the Piedmont region where Barolo is located. Many of the species are highly prized as food, with just an ounce of the particularly hard to find white truffles going … Continue reading “Visiting Barolo: Truffles” →
Continuing with the subregions of Barolo on the western side, let’s talk about the crus in the town of Barolo itself. Like La Morra, the wines in the Barolo crus are grown in Tortonian soil that is rich in magnesium … Continue reading “Rollin’ With My Cru: Barolo” →