{"title":"Nebbiolo Wine Collection","description":"\u003cp\u003eNebbiolo is Piedmont’s defining grape, responsible for some of Italy’s most structured and long-lived wines. From the powerful expressions of Barolo to the refined elegance of Barbaresco, Nebbiolo is defined by firm tannins, high acidity, and remarkable aging potential. Our collection highlights benchmark producers from Piedmont’s most important appellations.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"2013-cascina-in-langa-amalia-barolo-coste-di-monfortesomm2503-aml13barm-750","title":"2013 Cascina in Langa Amalia, Barolo \"Le Coste di Monforte\"","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eScrutinizing list after list of wine offerings from importers and wineries gets you accustomed to recognizing some “golden opportunities” on those rare occasions that they pop up. That said, the sad truth is that once you get that gem of a find in front of you the wine itself tends to disappoint–there’s a reason it’s just sitting on a list! But that was emphatically, 100% \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNOT\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e the case with today’s discovery. I was a bit hopeful, I’ll admit, because the vineyard and vintage were excellent. That said, this wine was easily one of the most expressive and impressive Nebbiolos I’ve tasted in a very long time. Full of classic black cherries, roses, tar and spice, this beauty pulls off that very rare trick of tasting neither young, nor old, just perfect. I would happily pay triple digits for this experience, but instead you can immerse yourself in Barolo bliss for less than $60 . . . pounce!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCascina Amalia is a little over two decades old, which in Piedmont makes it a brand spanking new infant. Yet, in just twenty two years the Boffa family has managed to make a lasting impression on their adopted home. It started in 2003 when Maria Angela Brosio and her husband Luigi Antonio Boffa purchased a 100 year old farmhouse near Monforte d’Alba and the surrounding land, which included a small vineyard. They quickly fell in love with the culture, food, and of course world famous wine that surrounded them. After converting the farmhouse into a bed and breakfast, they built a cellar next door and began making their own wine as well. In 2007 Maria and Luigi’s son Paolo, a passionate oenophile, joined the team as the winery manager.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAround the same time the Boffas had the great fortune to purchase two additional plots in what are some of Monforte’s top “Grand Cru” sites: Bussia and Le Coste. This brought their total vineyard area to seven hectares, which is where it remains today. Bussia is a name that is well known to even casual Barolo aficionados–it’s a large cru with some excellent and highly acclaimed parcels, and we’ve featured various versions many times in our offers. Le Coste, or as it is often labeled now “Le Coste di Monforte,” is much smaller and sits at the very southeastern corner of Monforte d’Alba, and as such at the very border of the Barolo DOCG itself. But, this hidden gem is actually very well known among insiders, owing much of its fame to the fact that it was almost certainly the source for the very earliest versions of Giacomo Conterno’s iconic masterpiece “Monfortino.”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLe Coste has a high concentration of ancient limestone, with fossilized marine life much as you find in parts of Burgundy, that is mixed with sandstone and very little clay. This leads to wines that have a bit more elegance and lift than their neighbors to the north, but there is still oodles of Monforte power and depth here too. Paolo’s first vintage of Le Coste was 2010, and judging by today’s 2013 he got things exactly right from the start. That begins with farming, and the Amalia estate has been organic and eco-certified from the beginning. The winemaking is traditional with a few modern touches: De-stemmed Nebbiolo is fermented and macerated in steel tanks for several weeks before being racked into large, mostly neutral French oak barrels for a long aging period of close to three years, and then further aging in bottle. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSo, how have we managed to score a bit of the excellent 2013 vintage? It’s a simple story. A local importer of Italian wine began working with Cascina Amalia in the early aughts. His passion and palate are impeccable, but he was less motivated to actually move the wine into restaurants and retail shops. Eventually though his distributor convinced him it was time to sell some of the treasures he was hoarding, and that is how we secured a small lot (just a few cases!). Serve this perfectly preserved beauty at cellar temperature after a gentle decanting and you’ll get a rush of peak Nebbiolo brilliance: Black and red cherries, Damson plums, kirsch, dried roses, tar, blood orange peel, leather, wild fennel, dried porcini, and a bit of savory allspice. It’s drinking beautifully now but I’m sure it has another decade at least of prime time left. Serve with a classic Piemonte inspired dish and smile knowing you have more bottles stashed away (you do, right?!?).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SommSelect","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43553112850486,"sku":"SOMM2503-AML13BARM-750","price":59.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/2013CascinainLangaAmalia_BaroloCostediMonforte_MainImage-1800x1800.jpg?v=1742406352"},{"product_id":"2022-marco-ferrari-valtellina-superiore-infernosomm2511-mfer22inf-750","title":"2022 Marco Ferrari, Valtellina Superiore \"Inferno\"","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMarco Ferrari’s Valtellina Superiore “Inferno” is the kind of wine that makes you rethink Nebbiolo altogether\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e—and why $69 for this bottle is one of the smartest buys you’ll see all year. Forget the idea that only Piedmont holds the keys to greatness: in the vertiginous terraces of Lombardy’s Valtellina, Nebbiolo (locally called \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChiavennasca\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e) is farmed under conditions so extreme they rival the steepest vineyards of the Northern Rhône or Mosel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Ferrari’s old‑vine Inferno bottling delivers the same haunting perfume, length, and balance you expect from blue‑chip Barolo, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ebut with a mountain‑born clarity and mineral edge that is uniquely Valtellina. This is why collectors and sommeliers are turning their attention north—and why you should seize this allocation before it disappears.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eValtellina is one of the most rigorous winegrowing regions in the world.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The Inferno cru is a tiny amphitheater of sheer, terraced schist and granite, where vines cling to dizzying slopes between 750 and 2,500 feet. Every task—from pruning to harvest to maintaining the dry‑stone walls—is done by hand, often in punishing heat. The name \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInferno\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is no exaggeration, but the reward is Nebbiolo of astonishing purity and mineral detail. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese wines combine alpine freshness with depth and power, offering a profile that is both familiar to lovers of Piedmont and thrillingly distinct.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInsiders and the press already recognizes the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eprestige of Valtellina Superiore “Inferno,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e” especially the iconic renditions from \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eArPePe\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNino Negri.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Yet Marco Ferrari’s bottling proves that the next generation is soaring to the same heights of quality—while remaining remarkably accessible with a proper decant. For the SommSelect Tasting Panel, this \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003estands out as one of the most alluring Nebbiolo discoveries of 2025\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, a wine that combines mountain‑born power with elegance and balance. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFerrari’s journey explains the wine’s precision. After early work in Franciacorta, he spent three years in the Northern Rhône, apprenticing with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDomaine Coursodon in Saint‑Joseph and Franck Balthazar in Cornas, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ewhile studying the practices of Thierry Allemand, the Clape family, and the Gonons. He absorbed the discipline of whole‑cluster fermentations, long macerations, and aging in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eneutral wood, then returned to Valtellina to \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ehone his craft at ArPePe, the region’s most revered domaine. By 2019 he launched his own estate, applying Rhône rigor to Italian tradition, and quickly established himself as one of the region’s most exciting new voices.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 2022 Inferno is Ferrari’s broad‑shouldered masterpiece: wild cherry, rose petal, smoky stone, and spice, wrapped in tannins that are firm yet polished, with a finish that sails on with alpine clarity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. At a recent importer’s fall showcase, surrounded by blue‑chip Barolo, this wine was the one trade guess kept coming back to—its balance of elegance and muscle, its soaring aromatics, and its seamless length proved more alluring than many of Piedmont’s benchmarks. For Nebbiolo lovers, this is the case study in why Cru Valtellina must be part of the routine. Marco Ferrari’s Inferno is not just a discovery; it’s a new benchmark.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMolte Grazie!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"269\" data-end=\"925\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SommSelect","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44344260919350,"sku":"SOMM2511-MFER22INF-750","price":69.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/2022MarcoFerrari_ValtellinaSuperioreInferno.png?v=1766165930"},{"product_id":"2020-curto-marco-barolo-arborina-la-foiasomm2601-cur20bar-750","title":"2020 Curto Marco, Barolo (Arborina) \"La Foia\"","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2020 Curto Marco Barolo (Arborina) “La Foia” comes from a tiny, family estate in the Annunziata hamlet of La Morra, where Nadia Curto farms about 4 hectares on the famed Arborina hill with her father, Marco. Nadia is the daughter of Marco and the niece of legendary modernist Barolo producer Elio Altare, and her style is literally a blend of her father’s traditionalism and her uncle’s revolutionary techniques: long, hard-earned family farming experience, plus Altare-inspired organic, low‑intervention winemaking. She pushed Marco to bottle under the Curto name in the early 2000s and has since moved the estate toward organic viticulture and minimal manipulation, letting Nebbiolo and site do the talking.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“La Foia” is especially important because it is Nadia’s more traditional Arborina bottling, made from some of the oldest Nebbiolo vines on the slope with longer maceration and aging in large botti rather than barrique. All the fruit still comes from Arborina—one of La Morra’s most coveted crus, with marne (marl) soils of clay and sand on a south to southeast exposure that give perfumed, structured yet supple Barolo—but La Foia shows the cru through a slower, more classic lens: deeper, earthier, and more ageworthy than her “modern” Arborina cuvée. That combination of blue‑chip terroir, old vines, and a stylistic bridge between Barolo Boys modernism and old‑school Langhe tradition is what gives this wine its cult appeal.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy you’ll love it:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOld‑vine Arborina Nebbiolo delivers a core of red cherry, rose petal, licorice, and truffle‑tinged earth wrapped in fine but authoritative tannins—La Morra silk with real backbone.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe “dual education” from Marco and Elio means you get clean, precise fruit and lift without losing the savory depth and aging potential that make classic Barolo so compelling. Expect a wine that is charming young with air, but really hits its stride 8–15 years from vintage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you love site‑transparent, minimally dressed Nebbiolo, this is a benchmark expression of Arborina that remains far more accessible in price and allocation than many neighbors working the same hill.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to serve it:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGive the 2020 a solid decant of 1.5–3 hours in a medium‑to‑large Burgundy or Nebbiolo stem to soften the tannins and let the floral and balsamic notes unwind.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eServe at in the low 60s°F too warm and the alcohol and tannin jump, too cold and the nose shuts down. This is built for braised meats, rich pastas (tajarin with ragu, mushroom risotto), and aged cheeses that can match its structure.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you’re cellaring, plan on a drinking window from the mid‑2020s into the early\/mid‑2030s; for near‑term drinking, open it the day you pour or even “slow‑ox” in bottle for a few hours before decanting to really show what Arborina can do.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SommSelect","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44664530665526,"sku":"SOMM2601-CUR20BAR-750","price":68.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/2020CurtoMarco_Barolo_Arborina_LaFoia_1.png?v=1767722207"},{"product_id":"2021-e-pira-chiara-boschis-barolo-via-nuovaomm2602-pra21barnvnva-750","title":"2021 E. Pira Chiara Boschis, Barolo \"Via Nuova\"","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ng-tns-c3856530851-40\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"processing-state_container ng-tns-c3856530851-40 is-gpi-avatar is-mobile-layout is-embedded ng-trigger ng-trigger-processingStateShowHide ng-star-inserted is-done-processing\" id=\"processing-state-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"processing-state_details ng-trigger ng-trigger-menuExpansion ng-tns-c3856530851-40 is-gpi-avatar ng-star-inserted\" id=\"processing-state-1-summary\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"0,0\" style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eThe 2021 E. Pira Chiara Boschis Barolo \"Via Nuova\" is a masterclass in the art of the blend, a \"gorgeous wine in the making\" \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"0,1\" style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003csup class=\"superscript embedded\"\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"0,2\" style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e that has commanded a staggering 96-point sweep from critics across the board, including Vinous, Wine Advocate, James Suckling, and Jeb Dunnuck\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"0,3\" style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003csup class=\"superscript embedded\"\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"0,4\" style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e. Chiara Boschis, the estate's visionary leader and the first female winemaker in Barolo, inherited some of the most enviable holdings in the Langa\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"0,5\" style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003csup class=\"superscript embedded\"\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"0,6\" style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e. With the \"Via Nuova,\" she expertly weaves together fruit from six prestigious sites across Barolo, Monforte d’Alba, and Serralunga d’Alba to create a symphony of complexity that consistently goes toe-to-toe with the region's most serious single-vineyard crus\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"0,7\" style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003csup class=\"superscript embedded\"\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"0,8\" style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"button-container hide-from-message-actions ng-star-inserted\" style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e   \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"button-container hide-from-message-actions ng-star-inserted\"\u003e\u003cbutton aria-label=\"Learn More\" aria-controls=\"sources\" class=\"mat-mdc-tooltip-trigger button image-fade-on hide-from-message-actions\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-describedby=\"cdk-describedby-message-ng-1-14\"\u003e\u003c\/button\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"response-content ng-tns-c3310115221-39\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown markdown-main-panel tutor-markdown-rendering force-compact-layout enable-updated-hr-color\" id=\"model-response-message-contentr_659e0da2b28cbd26\" aria-live=\"polite\" aria-busy=\"false\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"1,0\"\u003eThis current release is bright, energetic, and remarkably \"poised,\" defined by a profile of blood orange, plum, chalk, and rose petal\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"1,1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003csup class=\"superscript embedded\"\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"1,2\"\u003e. Brisk acids and \"veins of tannin\"\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"1,3\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003csup class=\"superscript embedded\"\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"1,4\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003egive this mid-weight Barolo incredible drive and structure. While it shows immense promise today, the 2021 is a powerhouse designed for the long haul. It is a vintage to \"tuck away\"\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"1,5\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003csup class=\"superscript embedded\"\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"1,6\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ein the deep corners of your cellar, where a few years of quiet slumber will allow it to reach its most expressive and transcendent state\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"1,7\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003csup class=\"superscript embedded\"\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"1,8\"\u003e. Don't miss the chance to load up on this landmark 96-point release from a true legend of the Piedmont\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"1,9\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003csup class=\"superscript embedded\"\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"1,8\"\u003eCritical Acclaim:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e(Press: 96 WA - 96 WS - 96 VM - 96 JS - 96 JD)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"1,8\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“ … a gorgeous poised wine . Bright and energetic with tons of drive the 2021 has so much to offer. Brisk acids and veins of tannin shape this dynamic mid-weight Barolo. Blood orange plum chalk and rose petal are some of the many notes that come alive with aeration. The Via Nuova is a gorgeous wine in the making but it needs a few years to be at its most expressive.” - 96 Points, Antonio Galloni, Vinous Media\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SommSelect","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44771982573622,"sku":"SOMM2602-PRA21BARNVNVA-750","price":128.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/E.PiraChiaraBoschis_BaroloViaNuova_0ec3d63b-0e27-45ce-b7f8-95990c9690ae.png?v=1770052362"},{"product_id":"2019-diego-morra-barolo-cru-monviglierosomm2602-dmra19brmonv-750","title":"2019 Diego Morra, Barolo Cru \"Monvigliero\"","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn the meticulously mapped world of Barolo, the French-inspired term \"Grand Cru\" finds its Italian soul in the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMGA\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (Menzione Geografica Aggiuntiva) \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003esystem. At the absolute apex of this hierarchy sits \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMonvigliero\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. If Barolo were Burgundy, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMonvigliero would be its \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMusigny\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e—a site of legendary elegance and soaring aromatics. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDiego Morra\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e stands in the \"catbird seat\" of this 20-hectare hillside as its \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003elargest single owner\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, farming 4 hectares of heirloom vines that average 40 years of age. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFinding a 2019 or 2020 Monvigliero for under $100 is nearly impossible in today’s market,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e with several benchmark bottlings now commanding well over $200 (see the retail snapshot below). At just \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e$95.00 on two or more bottles\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, this offering represents a rare window to secure a true pillar of the appellation before the market fully corrects to its rightful pedigree.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe magic of Monvigliero lies in its unique geography.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Positioned in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVerduno\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, the northernmost commune of Barolo, the vineyard is deeply influenced by its \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eclose proximity to the Tanaro River\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. While southern villages often face intense heat, Monvigliero benefits from cooling nocturnal air currents that descend from the Alps and follow the riverbed. This creates a dramatic diurnal shift, preserving the high-toned, spicy aromatics—white pepper, red currant, and dried rose—that have made this Cru the most sought-after \"hot territory\" for serious collectors.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMorra’s 2019 is classic Nebbiolo transparency\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. It pours a brilliant, translucent garnet, immediately erupting with the \"tell-tale\" Monvigliero signatures: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ecracked white pepper, blood orange, wild strawberry, and sandalwood.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e On the palate, the wine is silky and weightless, showing the incredible finesse of its limestone-rich \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMarne di Sant’Agata\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e soils. The 2019 is r\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eemarkably elegant, defined by fine-grained tannins and a salt-streaked mineral finish t\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ehat benefits from 60 to 90 minutes of aeration. It is a wine of 'breeding'—vibrant and expressive now, yet possessing the structural architecture to evolve gracefully for two decades.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2019 Monvigliero Retail Snapshot:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eG.B. Burlotto:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e $530 – $599 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e(The Legend)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVietti:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e $199 – $250 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e(The Modern Powerhouse)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eScarpa:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e $199 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e(The Traditional Stalwart)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFratelli Alessandria:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e $120 – $130\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (The Historic Verduno Peer)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e(\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDiego Morra:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e$95.00\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e(On 2+ bottles @ SommSelect)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMolte Grazie!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e=======\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCritical Acclaim: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e95 Points, Wine Enthusiast:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli aria-level=\"1\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp role=\"presentation\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e“Jump into a glass where black cherries and wild plums meet woodland spices and star anise. The aromatics keep building: fresh blackberries dusted with cardamom forest floor and sweet pipe tobacco creating a fascinating complexity. The flavors surge forward with impressive concentration where toasted oak currently frames the wine but needs time to fully harmonize with the abundant fruit. Each element speaks of finesse rather than raw power bringing energy and vibrancy to every sip. This is a serious wine showing both immediate appeal and future promise through its purity and thoughtful craftsmanship.”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"SommSelect","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44815198257206,"sku":"SOMM2602-DMRA19BRMONV-750","price":105.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/IMG-9433.png?v=1771204536"},{"product_id":"2020-roagna-barbaresco-albesanisomm2603-rgna20barbalb-750","title":"2020 Roagna, Barbaresco “Albesani”","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRarely does an arrival carry this much weight. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 2020 Roagna releases are officially here\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, marking a pivotal acquisition for the serious Nebbiolo collector.While many iconic Piedmontese producers are already rolling into their 2022 releases, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRoagna remains \"as traditional as it gets,\" holding their wines back to ensure they reach a baseline of maturity before ever leaving the cellar. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis patient approach pays dividends in the glass, but it also means our allocation is measured in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eprecious bottles, not cases\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. For those building a world-class cellar, these are the rare, fleeting quantities that define a collection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNow under the guidance of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLuca Roagna\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e the family’s lineage in Barbaresco stretches back so far they were crafting wine before glass bottles were the industry standard\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Luca has masterfully balanced this \"umpteenth-generation\" heritage with refined modern precision. While maintaining the signature long macerations that place Roagna in the same breath as legends like \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCappellano\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGiacomo Conterno\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, Luca has shifted aging protocols to include time in cement vessels. This evolution preserves the soul of the fruit and the clarity of the terroir, resulting in wines that are extraordinarily age-worthy yet possess a newfound elegance upon release.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhether you are a seasoned connoisseur or just beginning your journey into the elite tier of Italian wine, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ethis allocation is a must-have. These bottles represent the intersection of history and artisan mastery,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e but with such limited stock, they will not remain in our cellar for long.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCritical Acclaim:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/jackes_suckling_240x240.png?v=1769834026\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJames Suckling 97 Points:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eA restrained and elegant wine with aromas of dried violets, dried cherries, meat and minerals. Full-bodied, tense and vivid, with firm, velvety tannins, juicy and almost citrusy tension and a polished finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/vinous_240x240.png?v=1769834033\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVinous Media 94 Points:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003epresents an elegant, restrained expression of Albesani. Dried cherry, crushed flowers, cedar, mint and pipe tobacco open with a bit of coaxing. This ethereal, haunting Barbaresco has to much to offer. It will be interesting to see if it gains weight with time in bottle. Today, it is very much on the delicate, aromatic side of things.\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none; display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" alt=\"Roagna Wine Logo\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/Roagna_logo-8_480x480.png?v=1775035620\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003ca title=\"Roagna Wine Lineup\" href=\"https:\/\/sommselect.com\/collections\/roagna-the-traditional-soul-of-piedmont-new-limited-releases\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none; display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" alt=\"Roagna Wine Lineup\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/Roagna-2017-Line-Up_600x600.jpg?v=1775034025\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SommSelect","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45084353822774,"sku":"SOMM2603-RGNA20BARBALB-750","price":199.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/2020Roagna_Barbaresco_Albesani.png?v=1774463133"},{"product_id":"2020-roagna-barolo-pirasomm2603-rgna20brpra-750","title":"2020 Roagna, Barolo “Pira”","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRarely does an arrival carry this much weight. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 2020 Roagna releases are officially here\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, marking a pivotal acquisition for the serious Nebbiolo collector.While many iconic Piedmontese producers are already rolling into their 2022 releases, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRoagna remains \"as traditional as it gets,\" holding their wines back to ensure they reach a baseline of maturity before ever leaving the cellar. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis patient approach pays dividends in the glass, but it also means our allocation is measured in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eprecious bottles, not cases\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. For those building a world-class cellar, these are the rare, fleeting quantities that define a collection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNow under the guidance of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLuca Roagna\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e the family’s lineage in Barbaresco stretches back so far they were crafting wine before glass bottles were the industry standard\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Luca has masterfully balanced this \"umpteenth-generation\" heritage with refined modern precision. While maintaining the signature long macerations that place Roagna in the same breath as legends like \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCappellano\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGiacomo Conterno\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, Luca has shifted aging protocols to include time in cement vessels. This evolution preserves the soul of the fruit and the clarity of the terroir, resulting in wines that are extraordinarily age-worthy yet possess a newfound elegance upon release.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhether you are a seasoned connoisseur or just beginning your journey into the elite tier of Italian wine, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ethis allocation is a must-have. These bottles represent the intersection of history and artisan mastery,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e but with such limited stock, they will not remain in our cellar for long.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCritical Acclaim:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/wine_spectator_240x240.png?v=1769834039\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWine Spectator, 96 Points:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\"This red is like a laser, yet there’s also a sappiness to its texture midpalate, with cherry, cranberry, rose hip, menthol and mineral flavors. Notable for its harmony, complexity and length, with an aftertaste that just keeps coming. Best from 2029 through 2047.\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/vinous_240x240.png?v=1769834033\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVinous Media, 95 Points:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\" ... a powerful, tightly wound young Barolo. Dried herbs, incense, licorice, tobacco and crushed autumn leaves add layers of nuance. This starts open with a bit of coaxing, suggesting a few years in bottle or a good bit air will do the trick. The tannins are insistent, but also polished.\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKerin O'Keefe, 95 Points:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eRed berry, hay, lavender and dried botanical herb slowly appear on the beautiful 2020 Barolo Pira from Roagna along with a whiff of graphite. Showing extreme class and finesse, the palate features cranberry, tart red cherry, bitter orange, star anise and ground clove before closing on a salty mineral note. Lithe, glossy tannins provide polished support.\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sommselect.com\/collections\/roagna-the-traditional-soul-of-piedmont-new-limited-releases\" title=\"Shop Roagna collection\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/Roagna_Cases_d370b786-1a4e-4010-88ca-854034dfa14f.webp?v=1775848050\" alt=\"Roagna Wine\" style=\"float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SommSelect","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45084447572022,"sku":"SOMM2603-RGNA20BRPRA-750","price":199.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/2020Roagna_Barolo_Pira.png?v=1774462590"},{"product_id":"2019-lucca-faccinelli-grumello-valtelina-superiore-ortensio-landosomm2603-luc19gru-750","title":"2019 Lucca Faccinelli, Grumello, Valtellina Superiore 'Ortensio Lando'","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"@container isolate\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"bg-base p-md @3xl:p-lg erp-sidecar:pt-0 erp-mobile-sidecar:pt-lg erp-mobile-sidecar:pb-[100px]\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mx-auto flex flex-col pointer-events-auto max-w-threadContentWidth gap-md md:gap-lg\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex flex-col\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex flex-col gap-md @3xl:gap-lg w-full pt-md @3xl:pt-lg\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"w-full\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"w-full flex flex-col\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"focus:outline-none\" id=\"radix-_r_am_-content-default\" aria-labelledby=\"radix-_r_am_-trigger-default\" role=\"tabpanel\" data-orientation=\"horizontal\" data-state=\"active\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex flex-col @3xl:gap-y-lg gap-y-md\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"gap-y-sm flex flex-col\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"relative font-sans text-base text-foreground selection:bg-super\/50 selection:text-foreground dark:selection:bg-super\/10 dark:selection:text-super\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"min-w-0 break-words [word-break:break-word]\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"gap-y-md after:clear-both after:block after:content-['']\" id=\"markdown-content-267\" dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"has-inline-images my-2 first:mt-0 [\u0026amp;:has([data-inline-type=image])+\u0026amp;:has([data-inline-type=image])_[data-inline-type=image]]:hidden [\u0026amp;:has(table)_[data-inline-type=image]]:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"prose dark:prose-invert inline leading-relaxed break-words min-w-0 [word-break:break-word] prose-strong:font-bold [\u0026amp;_\u0026gt;*:first-child]:mt-0 [\u0026amp;_\u0026gt;*:last-child]:mb-0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-renderer=\"lm\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mx-auto flex flex-col pointer-events-auto max-w-threadContentWidth gap-md md:gap-lg\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex flex-col\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex flex-col gap-md @3xl:gap-lg w-full pt-md @3xl:pt-lg\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"w-full\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"w-full flex flex-col\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"focus:outline-none\" id=\"radix-_r_am_-content-default\" aria-labelledby=\"radix-_r_am_-trigger-default\" role=\"tabpanel\" data-orientation=\"horizontal\" data-state=\"active\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex flex-col @3xl:gap-y-lg gap-y-md\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"gap-y-sm flex flex-col\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"relative font-sans text-base text-foreground selection:bg-super\/50 selection:text-foreground dark:selection:bg-super\/10 dark:selection:text-super\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"min-w-0 break-words [word-break:break-word]\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"gap-y-md after:clear-both after:block after:content-['']\" id=\"markdown-content-268\" dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"has-inline-images my-2 first:mt-0 [\u0026amp;:has([data-inline-type=image])+\u0026amp;:has([data-inline-type=image])_[data-inline-type=image]]:hidden [\u0026amp;:has(table)_[data-inline-type=image]]:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"prose dark:prose-invert inline leading-relaxed break-words min-w-0 [word-break:break-word] prose-strong:font-bold [\u0026amp;_\u0026gt;*:first-child]:mt-0 [\u0026amp;_\u0026gt;*:last-child]:mb-0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-renderer=\"lm\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eLuca Faccinelli's 2019 Ortensio Lando is Valtellina Superiore DOCG from Grumello, made from Nebbiolo (known locally as Chiavennasca) grown on steep, terraced vineyards between 400-650m in Lombardy’s Valtellina valley. Luca started his estate in 2007 in Chiuro, working hand-harvested grapes from old vines on 1,000-year-old stone terraces; this wine sees 10-12 days maceration, 16+ months in French oak, and 12 months in bottle in a 15th-century cellar. Grumello lies northeast of Sondrio—its high sites yield precise, mineral Nebbiolo with fragrant fruit and long aging potential, distinct from richer Barolo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eThe name honors Ortensio Lando, a Milanese Renaissance writer (c.1510-1558) who called Valtellina wines the world’s best; a former monk turned satirist, his banned works praised this valley’s output. Faccinelli makes Ortensio Lando only in top vintages from Grumello’s best plots like Dossi Salati—James Suckling gave the 2021 92 points, 2019 Riserva 91. Valtellina’s terraces, built over centuries by alpine laborers, define the region’s disciplined, high-altitude style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 id=\"why-youll-love-it\" class=\"font-editorial font-bold mb-2 mt-4 [.has-inline-images_\u0026amp;]:clear-end text-lg first:mt-0 md:text-lg [hr+\u0026amp;]:mt-4\"\u003eWhy You'll Love It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"marker:text-quiet list-disc pl-8\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUnmatched finesse for less than $40\u003c\/strong\u003e: Grumello altitude delivers lifted floral precision and graphite edge that flatters richer proteins without heaviness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCellar Anchor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Built to evolve 15+ years\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTerroir authority\u003c\/strong\u003e: Pure mountain Nebbiolo from historic walls in the prestigous Grumello sub-zone of Valtellina\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 id=\"how-to-serve-it\" class=\"font-editorial font-bold mb-2 mt-4 [.has-inline-images_\u0026amp;]:clear-end text-lg first:mt-0 md:text-lg [hr+\u0026amp;]:mt-4\"\u003eHow To Serve It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"marker:text-quiet list-disc pl-8\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eDecant for 30-60 minutes and serve between\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eat 60-64°F in wide Burgundy bowls\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"py-0 my-0 prose-p:pt-0 prose-p:mb-2 prose-p:my-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:pt-0 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:mb-2 [\u0026amp;\u0026gt;p]:my-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003ePair with braised short rib, salumi, cured meats or aged Gouda\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex items-center justify-between\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"gap-x-xs flex flex-shrink-0 items-center\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"bottom-safeAreaInsetBottom z-10 pointer-events-none p-md inset-x-0 w-full md:w-auto absolute\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mx-auto flex flex-col pointer-events-auto max-w-threadContentWidth gap-sm\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pointer-events-auto\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"w-full\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SommSelect","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45202890588214,"sku":"SOMM2603-LUC19GRU-750","price":29.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/2019LuccaFaccinelli_Grumello_ValtelinaSuperiore_OrtensioLando.png?v=1775063682"},{"product_id":"2020-fabio-gea-langhe-nebbiolo-notu-preparava-decotti-di-parietaria-al-bue","title":"2020 Fabio Gea, Langhe Nebbiolo \"Notu Preparava Decotti di Parietaria al Bue\"","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eForget the oak; this is Nebbiolo in the buff.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Sourced from 30+ year-old vines in the legendary Bricco di Neive vineyard (right inside the Barbaresco zone), the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2020 “Nòtu Preparava Decotti di Parietaria al Bue” is a radical pivot for Piedmont\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Produced by former geologist turned natural wine cult icon \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFabio Gea,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e this declassified Langhe Nebbiolo completely bypasses wood aging. Instead, Gea matures the wine entirely in custom-designed \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eporcelain \"dinosaur\" eggs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, locking in a striking 14.5% ABV with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ezero wood interference.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThis is a rare, allocated masterpiece that captures the pure essence of old-vine Nebbiolo, typically hoarded by sommeliers and collectors before it ever hits a shelf. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBy ditching traditional DOCG barrel regulations, Gea exposes the raw, majestic geology of Neive’s ancient clay, marl, and sandstone soils. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNamed after his grandfather “Nòtu,” this certified organic, low-sulfur elixir challenges everything you know about modern Barbaresco structure. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe porcelain vessels amplify the grape’s natural freshness and architectural tension, offering a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eremarkably transparent glimpse into old-vine Piedmont.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e This is a wine that balances its gripping, chalky tannins with a crystalline, high-toned clarity that feels simultaneously ancient and fiercely revolutionary.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTasting the 2020 vintage is a brilliant, high-voltage sensory experience. The nose bursts with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ecrushed rose petals, wild cherry, and blood orange skin layered over an earthy veil of dried herbs and shaved truffles.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e On the palate, it strikes with the vibrant, athletic energy that only porcelain aging can deliver. Succulent, crunchy red fruit is framed by sharp mineral tension and structural precision, driving into a long, savory, and intensely floral finish. I\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003et has all the classical clout of a blue-chip Barbaresco,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e but with a vivid, unfiltered soul that commands you to take another sip. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDo not tuck this into a conventional box; tuck it into your cellar.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMolte Grazie!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"408\" data-end=\"942\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SommSelect","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45534123098166,"sku":"SOMM2605-FAB20NEB-750","price":99.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0551\/3628\/8822\/files\/2020FabioGeaLangheNebbioloNotuPreparavaDecottidiParietariaalBue_899c6c65-847f-4e1b-8964-a698fd9ba208.png?v=1777417320"},{"product_id":"2022-aldo-conterno-il-favot-langhe-nebbiolo","title":"2022 Aldo Conterno \"Il Favot\" Langhe Nebbiolo","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen it comes to the\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e monumental epicness of Piedmontese winemaking\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, few names command the same awe and reverence as \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAldo Conterno\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e—and locking in the\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Nation’s best price on a six-pack buy-in means securing a true legend for your cellar.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e By now, wine lovers know that Langhe Nebbiolo typically serves as an affordable glimpse into the region’s elite terroirs, but the estate’s \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eiconic \"Il Favot\" completely breaks the mold\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. This isn’t a standard regional blend; the fruit is sourced entirely from their highly acclaimed holdings in Bussia, a legendary site tucked inside the core Barolo DOCG zone. Carrying a flawless \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e94-point score from James Suckling, it rivals top-tier Cru Barolo in depth and complexity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e while offering a texture that is stunningly expressive and pretty right out of the gate.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTo understand Il Favot, you have to look at the Aldo Conterno scale of winemaking.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e In a region known for some of the longest-lived, most structurally intense wines on earth, Il Favot is intentionally crafted to be a smoother, more accessible alternative without sacrificing a shred of the estate's signature pedigree. Think of it as the \"second wine\" of a first-growth caliber estate outperforming the top bottlings of the competition. By shortening the skin maceration to about a week and aging the wine for 18 months in French barriques, the Conterno family tames Nebbiolo’s fierce youth.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e You get the full, explosive soul of Monforte d’Alba at a fraction of the price of their classic Barolo\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, completely bypassing the mandatory 20-year wait.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn the glass, the 2022 vintage is a deep ruby red, leaping forward with a penetrating, highly perfumed aromatic profile. Ripe cherry kirsch, cranberry, and wild red currant melt into classic Piedmontese notes of crushed rose petals, blood orange, tar, and tobacco, all framed by a sweet kiss of fine oak. 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Full-bodied, it shows density and velvety tannins with flavors of dried cherries and oranges. Brilliant finish sustained by crisp acidity. 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