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Wine Enthusiast90 points
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International W91 points
- Variety Nebbiolo
- Vintage 2010
- Brand Gianfranco Alessandria
- Cellaring 10-15 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.0% Alcohol
Gianfranco Alessandria San Giovanni Barolo 2010"Aromas of pressed rose, menthol, ripe berry and pine forest shape the nose. T..."$160.00 -
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Mark Faber96 points
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Huon Hooke95 points
- Variety Nebbiolo
- Vintage 2013
- Brand Ascheri
- Cellaring 15 Plus Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.5% Alcohol
Ascheri Barolo 'Pisapola' 2013"Dottore (Doctor) Matteo Ascheri is not only the 5th generation owner and wine..."$189.99 -
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Mark Faber95 points
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Huon Hooke93 points
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Wine Spectator93 points
- Variety Nebbiolo
- Vintage 2015
- Brand Ascheri
- Cellaring 15 Plus Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.5% Alcohol
Ascheri Barolo 'Pisapola' 2015"Dottore (Doctor) Matteo Ascheri is not only the 5th generation owner and wine..."$179.99 -
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Wine Enthusiast94 points
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Jancis Robinson17 points
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Robert Parker's92 points
- Variety Nebbiolo
- Vintage 2016
- Brand Ascheri
- Cellaring 15 Plus Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.5% Alcohol
Ascheri Barolo 'Pisapola' 2016"Dottore (Doctor) Matteo Ascheri is not only the 5th generation owner and wine..."$179.99 -
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Mark Faber98 points
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Huon Hooke92 points
- Variety Nebbiolo
- Vintage 2013
- Brand Ascheri
- Cellaring 15 Plus Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.5% Alcohol
Ascheri Barolo 'Sorano' 2013"Dottore (Doctor) Matteo Ascheri is not only the 5th generation owner and wine..."$199.99 -
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Huon Hooke97 points
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Jancis Robinson16.5 points
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Mark Faber93 points
- Variety Nebbiolo
- Vintage 2015
- Brand Ascheri
- Cellaring 15 Plus Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.5% Alcohol
Ascheri Barolo 'Sorano' 2015"Dottore (Doctor) Matteo Ascheri is not only the 5th generation owner and wine..."$199.99 -
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Wine Enthusiast95 points
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The Wine Advoca94 points
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Jancis Robinson17 points
- Variety Nebbiolo
- Vintage 2016
- Brand Ascheri
- Cellaring 15 Plus Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.5% Alcohol
Ascheri Barolo 'Sorano' 2016"Dottore (Doctor) Matteo Ascheri is not only the 5th generation owner and wine..."$199.99 -
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Mark Faber95 points
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Wine Spectator93 points
- Variety Nebbiolo
- Vintage 2015
- Brand Ascheri
- Cellaring 15 Plus Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.5% Alcohol
Ascheri Barolo 2015"Dottore (Doctor) Matteo Ascheri is not only the 5th generation owner and wine..."$84.99 -
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Jancis Robinson16.5 points
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Robert Parker's92 points
- Variety Nebbiolo
- Vintage 2018
- Brand Ascheri
- Cellaring 15 Plus Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.5% Alcohol
Ascheri Barolo 2018"Dottore (Doctor) Matteo Ascheri is not only the 5th generation owner and wine..."$84.99 -
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James Suckling97 points
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Mike Bennie96+ points
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Gary Walsh96 points
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Antonio Galloni93 points
- Variety Nebbiolo
- Vintage 2016
- Brand Borgogno
- Cellaring 15 Plus Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 13.5% Alcohol
Borgogno Cannubi Barolo 2016"100% Nebbiolo. Cannubi is the most famous and renowned cru of Barolo Th..."$250.00 -
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Mike Bennie96+ points
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Wine Enthusiast96 points
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Gary Walsh94+ points
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Antonio Galloni93 points
- Variety Nebbiolo
- Vintage 2016
- Brand Borgogno
- Cellaring 15 Plus Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 13.5% Alcohol
Borgogno Liste Barolo 2016"100% Nebbiolo. Liste essentially acquired a completion of macro and micro ..."$179.00 -
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James Halliday95 points
- Variety Nebbiolo
- Vintage 2007
- Brand Boroli
- Cellaring 1-3 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.5% Alcohol
Boroli Cerequio Barolo 2007"57% cabernet sauvignon, 43% merlot from the Lenswood vineyard, matured in Fre..."$145.00 -
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Gary Walsh96 points
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Andreas Larsson93 points
- Variety Nebbiolo
- Vintage 2010
- Brand Mirafiore
- Cellaring Ready, but will Keep
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.0% Alcohol
Casa E. di Mirafiore Barolo Lazzarito 2010"This opens with aromas suggesting toast, dark-skinned berry, smoke and a bals..."$160.00 -
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- Variety Nebbiolo
- Vintage 2013
- Brand Cascina Fontana
- Cellaring 5-10 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.0% Alcohol
Cascina Fontana Barolo 2013""A blend of Castiglione Falletto and some La Morra this year. I just love 201..."$109.99 -
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James Suckling97 points
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The Wine Advoca96 points
- Variety Nebbiolo
- Vintage 2015
- Brand Conterno Fantino
- Cellaring 15 Plus Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 15.0% Alcohol
Conterno Fantino Sori Ginestra Barolo 2015"Conterno Fantino is an Italian wine producer based in Piedmont wine region in..."$229.99 -
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- Variety Nebbiolo
- Vintage 2016
- Brand Elio Altare
- Cellaring 15 Plus Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 15.0% Alcohol
Elio Altare Arborina Barolo 2016"Elio Altare is known for having introduced modern winemaking techniques to a ..."$293.98 -
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Robert Parker's93 points
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Falstaff Magazi92 points
- Variety Nebbiolo
- Vintage 2015
- Brand Elio Altare
- Cellaring 15 Plus Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.5% Alcohol
Elio Altare Barolo 2015"Color: Very intense ruby red with garnet reflections. Nose: Fresh scents o..."$179.99 -
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Monica Larner96 points
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Walter Speller17+ points
- Variety Nebbiolo
- Vintage 2007
- Brand Ettore Germano
- Cellaring 15 Plus Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.0% Alcohol
Ettore Germano Barolo Lazzarito Riserva 2007"The wine is made from hand-picked fruit in the Lazzarito area the older viney..."$179.99 -
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Gary Walsh95 points
- Variety Nebbiolo
- Vintage 2013
- Brand Woodlands
- Cellaring Drink Now
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 13.5% Alcohol
Fletcher Alta Pete Barolo 2013"Classic fragrance of liquorice and rose, spice and deeper register red fruits..."$86.00 -
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Gary Walsh93 points
- Variety Nebbiolo
- Vintage 2005
- Brand Fontanafredda
- Cellaring 5-10 Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 13.5% Alcohol
Fontanafredda 'La Rosa' Single Vineyard Barolo 2005"From Wine Enthusiast European 'Winery of the Year' comes this perfectly aged ..."$129.99 -
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Gary Walsh93 points
- Variety Nebbiolo
- Vintage 2005
- Brand Fontanafredda
- Cellaring 15 Plus Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 13.5% Alcohol
Fontanafredda La Rosa Barolo 2005""The single-vineyard Barolos are produced from the most painstaking selection..."$161.99 -
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Wine Enthusiast90 points
- Variety Nebbiolo
- Vintage 2014
- Brand Francesco Rinaldi
- Cellaring 15 Plus Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.0% Alcohol
Francesco Rinaldi & Figli Barolo 2014"Francesco Rinaldi e Figli is an Italian wine producer, located in the Barolo ..."$107.99 -
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Wine Enthusiast91 points
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Antonio Galloni93+ points
- Variety Nebbiolo
- Vintage 2014
- Brand Francesco Rinaldi
- Cellaring 15 Plus Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.0% Alcohol
Francesco Rinaldi & Figli Barolo Cannubi 2014"Francesco Rinaldi e Figli is an Italian wine producer, located in the Barolo ..."$136.44 -
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Wine Enthusiast94 points
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Robert Parker's93 points
- Variety Nebbiolo
- Vintage 2014
- Brand Francesco Rinaldi
- Cellaring 15 Plus Years
- Wine Type Red
- Alcohol Percentage 14.0% Alcohol
Francesco Rinaldi & Figli Barolo Le Brunate 2014"Francesco Rinaldi e Figli is an Italian wine producer, located in the Barolo ..."$165.99 -
Red Wine
Red wine is made from dark-colored grape varieties. The juice from these grapes is used to make red wine, and during the fermentation process, the juice is in contact with the grape skins, which gives red wine its color. The most common types of red wine include Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Pinot Noir, and Shiraz/Syrah. The flavors of red wine can range from fruity to spicy, and the tannins (a naturally occurring compound that can make wine taste dry) can range from low to high. Red wine is typically served at room temperature and is often paired with red meat and strong cheeses.
Red wine is typically aged in oak barrels before it is bottled, which can add flavors and aromas such as vanilla, spice, and toast to the wine. The aging process can also affect the tannins and acidity of the wine, making it taste smoother and more balanced. Different types of red wine are typically enjoyed with different types of food. For example, a bold, full-bodied red wine like a Cabernet Sauvignon is often paired with red meat, while a lighter, fruitier red wine like a Pinot Noir is often paired with fish or poultry. In addition, there are also variations in red wine depending on the region of production, for instance, red wine from Bordeaux region of France are known for its complexity and aging potential, whereas red wine from Tuscany region of Italy are known for its rustic and earthy notes.
Red wine can be made using a variety of techniques and methods, each of which can affect the final taste and quality of the wine. For example, some winemakers use "cold soak" techniques to extract more color and flavor from the grapes. Cold soak is a method in which the grapes are left to macerate in the juice at a low temperature for a period of time before fermentation, this can extract more color and flavor from the grape skins without extracting too much tannin from the seeds. Other winemakers use "whole cluster fermentation" techniques to extract more complexity and depth from the wine. Whole cluster fermentation refers to fermenting the grapes with the stems included, which can add more tannin and structure to the wine.
The alcohol content of red wine can vary, but it is typically around 12-15% alcohol by volume (ABV). Some red wines, particularly those from warmer regions or those made using certain techniques, can have a higher alcohol content. For example, some Zinfandel wines produced in California can reach up to 16% alcohol by volume.
The flavor and aroma of red wine can be influenced by many factors, including the grape variety, the terroir (soil, climate, and topography) of the vineyard, and the winemaking techniques used. For example, a Pinot Noir from a cool climate region will have a high acidity and fruity flavors, while a Shiraz from a warm climate region will have a higher alcohol content, a more full-bodied texture, and a more spicy and black pepper profile.
Different styles of red wine can be enjoyed at different occasions, for example, some red wines are best consumed young and fresh, while others are meant to be aged for several years. For example, a young and fresh Beaujolais wine made from Gamay grapes can be consumed within a year or two, while a Bordeaux wine made from Cabernet Sauvignon grapes can be aged for several years.
Different types of red wine are typically enjoyed with different types of food. For example, a bold, full-bodied red wine like a Cabernet Sauvignon is often paired with red meat, while a lighter, fruitier red wine like a Pinot Noir is often paired with fish or poultry.
Different regions also have their signature red wines, for instance, red wine from Bordeaux region of France are known for its complexity and aging potential, whereas red wine from Tuscany region of Italy are known for its rustic and earthy notes.