Journey to the heart of Nebbiolo country with this 6-bottle Master Selection from Piedmont. This curated collection is a tale of two cities—Barbaresco and Barolo—the iconic villages that have made Nebbiolo one of the world's most revered grapes. From classic village-level expressions to single-vineyard masterpieces and a rare Riserva from the nearly extinct Nebbiolo Rosé clone, this is an essential exploration of Piedmontese terroir and tradition.

2021 Covalli, Barbaresco Piedmont

"The Barbaresco Introduction"

Our journey begins in the village of Barbaresco with a classic expression of Nebbiolo. The 2021 Covalli is a wine that speaks of its place, with the characteristic elegance and aromatic complexity that define this iconic DOCG. A perfect introduction to the charms of Barbaresco, it offers a glimpse of the power and grace that Nebbiolo can achieve.

• Producer: Covalli
• Region: Barbaresco, Piedmont
• Farming: Sustainable
• Tasting Notes: Red cherry, rose petal, licorice, fine tannins.

2019 Collina San Ponzio, Barolo DOCG

"The Barolo Benchmark"

Next, we cross into the kingdom of Barolo with a benchmark bottling from Collina San Ponzio. From the superb 2019 vintage, this is a wine that captures the power and structure of Barolo. Organically farmed and aged in large Slavonian oak botti, it's a classic expression of the "king of wines," with a firm tannic backbone and layers of complex fruit and earth.

• Producer: Collina San Ponzio
• Region: Barolo, Piedmont
• Farming: Organic
• Tasting Notes: Dark cherry, tar, rose, firm tannins.

2020 Virna 'Noi', Barolo

"The Modern Expression"

Discover a contemporary take on Barolo with Virna's "Noi" bottling. This wine represents the modern face of Barolo, balancing tradition with accessibility. From the 2020 vintage, it offers approachable fruit and refined tannins while maintaining the structure and complexity that define great Barolo.

• Producer: Virna
• Region: Barolo, Piedmont
• Farming: Sustainable
• Tasting Notes: Red fruit, spice, elegant tannins, balanced structure.

2018 Ada Nada Barbaresco Rombone Elisa

"The Single-Vineyard Treasure"

We return to Barbaresco to explore a rare single-vineyard treasure from the historic Ada Nada estate. The "Rombone Elisa" comes from 71-year-old vines planted by the family in 1947, producing just 330 cases. Organically farmed and aged in massive Slavonian oak barrels, this is old-school Barbaresco built to age for decades, with deep concentration and haunting complexity.

• Producer: Ada Nada
• Region: Barbaresco, Piedmont
• Farming: Organic
• Tasting Notes: Deep red and black fruit, rose, tar, complex earth tones.

2020 Giuseppe Nada, Barbaresco "Casot"

"The Family Legacy"

From another branch of the renowned Nada family comes this exceptional "Casot" cru Barbaresco. Giuseppe Nada's estate in Treiso has been crafting wines since 1900, with roots tracing back to the Gaja family. From 60-year-old vines in the Casot vineyard, this certified organic wine offers elegant structure, heady aromatics, and serious aging potential.

• Producer: Giuseppe Nada
• Region: Barbaresco, Piedmont
• Farming: Certified Organic
• Tasting Notes: Dark cherry, violets, spice, balsamic notes.

2018 Cascina Baricchi Barbaresco Rose delle Casasse Riserva

"The Rare Riserva"

Our Piedmont exploration culminates with a rare and remarkable Riserva from Cascina Baricchi. Crafted entirely from the nearly extinct Nebbiolo Rosé clone, this wine comes from century-old vines planted in 1913. Foot-crushed and aged for three years in large neutral barrels, it's a throwback to a bygone era of Barbaresco, with ethereal layers of rose petals, lifted aromatics, and beautifully integrated tannins. A must-have for any lover of traditional Nebbiolo.

• Producer: Cascina Baricchi
• Region: Barbaresco, Piedmont
• Farming: Sustainable
• Tasting Notes: Rose petals, lifted aromatics, ethereal tannins, haunting perfume.