Piedmont
Piedmont, located in northwest Italy, is renowned for producing some of the world's most exquisite fine wines. With its breath-taking landscapes, diverse terroir, and a rich winemaking heritage, Piedmont offers a captivating range of wines that captivate the senses. The region is home to legendary vineyards and wineries that have gained global recognition for their exceptional quality.
One of the most famous vineyards in Piedmont is Gaja, a family-owned winery that has played a pivotal role in elevating the region's wines to international acclaim. Their wines, such as Barbaresco and Barolo, are synonymous with excellence and showcase the complexity and elegance of Piedmontese wines. Another esteemed vineyard is Vietti, known for its iconic Barolo wines that beautifully reflect the region's terroir and winemaking traditions.
Piedmont is renowned for its red wines, particularly Barolo and Barbaresco, both made from the Nebbiolo grape. Barolo is often referred to as the "King of Wines" due to its full-bodied structure, intense aromatics, and potential for aging. Notable vineyards like Bruno Giacosa, Giacomo Conterno, and Paolo Scavino craft outstanding Barolo wines that capture the essence of the region. Barbaresco, a neighboring appellation, offers equally exceptional wines with a slightly softer and more approachable character. Renowned vineyards such as Produttori del Barbaresco and Gaja produce remarkable Barbaresco wines that exemplify the region's winemaking prowess.
Piedmont is also famous for its white wine, Moscato d'Asti, a sweet and aromatic wine made from the Moscato grape. Producers such as Michele Chiarlo and Saracco offer delightful Moscato d'Asti wines that are loved for their fragrant bouquet and refreshing sweetness.
Additionally, the region produces other notable wines, including Barbera d'Alba, Dolcetto d'Alba, and Gavi. These wines exhibit unique characteristics that reflect the local terroir and grape varieties.
Piedmont's fine wines are a true expression of artistry and tradition, showcasing the region's commitment to excellence. Whether you're savoring a prestigious Barolo, an elegant Barbaresco, or a delightful Moscato d'Asti, Piedmont's wines offer a remarkable journey of flavors and a glimpse into the rich winemaking heritage of this captivating region.
Piedmont
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Piedmont | 2 | 97 (VN) |
Inc. GST
SG$998.34 |
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Vinous (97)Tasted from magnum, the 1996 Barolo is absolutely stunning. Vibrant and wonderfully alive, the 1996 exudes class. Time has gently softened the 1996 tannins, rendering the 1996 super-expressive today. Balsamic, mentholated notes, along with scents of tobacco and dried stone fruit continue to open up with time in the glass. The 1996 is still firm and quite powerful, but not as austere as many wines are in this vintage. Tar, licorice and scorched earth add the closing shades of nuance in an impeccably balanced, vivid Barolo that captures the personality of the vintage at its best. |
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Piedmont | 1 | 96 (VN) |
Inc. GST
SG$12,607.99 |
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Vinous (96)Burlotto's 1996 Barolo Monvigliero presents a decidedly dark profile of fruit because of the cold growing season. At twenty years of age, the 1996 remains young, powerful and full of life. Time in bottle has helped the elements meld together nicely. Even so, the 1996 remains virile and imposing in style. With a little bit of air, the 1996 can be enjoyed now, but it has plenty of life ahead. Hints of orange peel, tobacco and spice add to the deeply expressive, exotic finish. Readers who own it should be thrilled. In 1996, the Monvigliero is an exotic, beguiling Barolo that emphasizes power over finesse. Part of that is the personality of the year, but the wines have also improved markedly over the last two decades. |
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Piedmont | 1 | 94 (VN) |
Inc. GST
SG$795.59 |
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Vinous (94)Gaja's 1996 Barbaresco is superb. Smoke, leather, tobacco, menthol and black cherries give the wine its distinctive dark, brooding personality. Bottle age has softened the burly tannins the 1996 had in its youth. With time in the glass, the 1996 starts to brighten a bit, but it remains tannic, austere and intense, which is to say very much in the style of the year. All things considered, the 1996 has aged impeccably. Powerful and also highly expressive, the Barbaresco is a terrific example of the year. |
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Piedmont | 1 | 97 (VN) |
Inc. GST
SG$1,539.97 |
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Vinous (97)The 1996 Sperss is arguably the most backward of these 1996s from Gaja. Still very young and tightly wound, the 1996 is going to need at least a few years to truly blossom. Even so, it is likely to remain somewhat compact and classically austere in build. The flavors are dark, with plenty of melted road tar, lavender, smoke and gravel undertones that add shades of nuance to this potent and imposing Serralunga wine. |
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Piedmont | 6 | 95 (VN) |
Inc. GST
SG$1,240.94 |
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Vinous (95)Full red-ruby. Profound, multidimensional aromas of cherry, raspberry, cassis, lead pencil, camphor, mocha, tobacco and exotic spices. Extremely rich and full in the mouth but with superb clarity of flavor and grip. A Barolo of great breadth and depth. Firm acids and rich, spreading tannins are thoroughly buffered by rich fruit. Extremely long and lively on the back end. |
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Piedmont | 1 | 95 (VN) |
Inc. GST
SG$2,948.93 |
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Vinous (95)Full red-ruby. Profound, multidimensional aromas of cherry, raspberry, cassis, lead pencil, camphor, mocha, tobacco and exotic spices. Extremely rich and full in the mouth but with superb clarity of flavor and grip. A Barolo of great breadth and depth. Firm acids and rich, spreading tannins are thoroughly buffered by rich fruit. Extremely long and lively on the back end. |
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Piedmont | 1 | 90+ (VN) |
Inc. GST
SG$1,296.45 |
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Vinous (90+)Good ruby-red color. Deep, highly aromatic nose combines crystallized cherry, roasted meat, violet, cinnamon, tobacco, eucalyptus and underbrush. Juicy but still rather tight, even tart-edged, with a restrained sweetness. Rather dominated by its acidity today, but already offers enticing inner-mouth perfume of black cherry and violet. Slow-building, long finish suggests that this firmly structured, sharply delineated Barolo will develop well with six to eight years of bottle aging. |
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Piedmont | 1 | 93 (VN) |
Inc. GST
SG$1,432.70 |
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Vinous (93)Very good deep red. Sweet, sappy aroma dominated by roasted plum. Thick, palate-caressing fruit offers outstanding depth of flavor and sweetness. Very fine tannins coat the entire mouth. Very strong finishing fruit. The clear standout today among the trio of '96s. |
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Piedmont | 3 | - |
Inc. GST
SG$1,423.41 |
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The Revello Barolo 1996, one of Italy's legendary vegation, is a lustrous Nebbiolo wine from the esteemed Piedmont region. Marziano Revello, its celebrated winemaker, meticulously ages the wine in oak barrels for 24 months, infusing it with an enchanting blend of depth, complexity, and elegance. This wine boasts dynamic notes of ripe red fruit, worn leather, and richly aromatic spices, exuding the mellow maturity of its age. Revello, highly recognized for their attention to terroir expression and environmental responsibility, uses grape clusters handpicked from the prestigious Lazzarito, Rocche dell'Annunziata and Fiasco vineyards. Owned by brothers Enzo and Carlo Revello, the winemaking process is significantly traditional, marked quality controlled by modern innovations. The Revello Barolo 1996 is a luxurious testament to the charm of Italian wine. Its robust character, combined with a refined undertone, makes it a magnificent accompaniment to rich meals or the centrepiece for any wine collection. |
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Piedmont | 2 | 97 (VN) |
In Bond
SG$907.00 |
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Vinous (97)Tasted from magnum, the 1996 Barolo is absolutely stunning. Vibrant and wonderfully alive, the 1996 exudes class. Time has gently softened the 1996 tannins, rendering the 1996 super-expressive today. Balsamic, mentholated notes, along with scents of tobacco and dried stone fruit continue to open up with time in the glass. The 1996 is still firm and quite powerful, but not as austere as many wines are in this vintage. Tar, licorice and scorched earth add the closing shades of nuance in an impeccably balanced, vivid Barolo that captures the personality of the vintage at its best. |
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Piedmont | 1 | 96 (VN) |
In Bond
SG$11,530.00 |
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Vinous (96)Burlotto's 1996 Barolo Monvigliero presents a decidedly dark profile of fruit because of the cold growing season. At twenty years of age, the 1996 remains young, powerful and full of life. Time in bottle has helped the elements meld together nicely. Even so, the 1996 remains virile and imposing in style. With a little bit of air, the 1996 can be enjoyed now, but it has plenty of life ahead. Hints of orange peel, tobacco and spice add to the deeply expressive, exotic finish. Readers who own it should be thrilled. In 1996, the Monvigliero is an exotic, beguiling Barolo that emphasizes power over finesse. Part of that is the personality of the year, but the wines have also improved markedly over the last two decades. |
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Piedmont | 1 | 94 (VN) |
In Bond
SG$720.00 |
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Vinous (94)Gaja's 1996 Barbaresco is superb. Smoke, leather, tobacco, menthol and black cherries give the wine its distinctive dark, brooding personality. Bottle age has softened the burly tannins the 1996 had in its youth. With time in the glass, the 1996 starts to brighten a bit, but it remains tannic, austere and intense, which is to say very much in the style of the year. All things considered, the 1996 has aged impeccably. Powerful and also highly expressive, the Barbaresco is a terrific example of the year. |
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Piedmont | 1 | 97 (VN) |
In Bond
SG$1,395.00 |
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Vinous (97)The 1996 Sperss is arguably the most backward of these 1996s from Gaja. Still very young and tightly wound, the 1996 is going to need at least a few years to truly blossom. Even so, it is likely to remain somewhat compact and classically austere in build. The flavors are dark, with plenty of melted road tar, lavender, smoke and gravel undertones that add shades of nuance to this potent and imposing Serralunga wine. |
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Piedmont | 6 | 95 (VN) |
In Bond
SG$1,120.00 |
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Vinous (95)Full red-ruby. Profound, multidimensional aromas of cherry, raspberry, cassis, lead pencil, camphor, mocha, tobacco and exotic spices. Extremely rich and full in the mouth but with superb clarity of flavor and grip. A Barolo of great breadth and depth. Firm acids and rich, spreading tannins are thoroughly buffered by rich fruit. Extremely long and lively on the back end. |
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Piedmont | 1 | 95 (VN) |
In Bond
SG$2,650.00 |
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Vinous (95)Full red-ruby. Profound, multidimensional aromas of cherry, raspberry, cassis, lead pencil, camphor, mocha, tobacco and exotic spices. Extremely rich and full in the mouth but with superb clarity of flavor and grip. A Barolo of great breadth and depth. Firm acids and rich, spreading tannins are thoroughly buffered by rich fruit. Extremely long and lively on the back end. |
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Piedmont | 1 | 90+ (VN) |
In Bond
SG$1,130.00 |
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Vinous (90+)Good ruby-red color. Deep, highly aromatic nose combines crystallized cherry, roasted meat, violet, cinnamon, tobacco, eucalyptus and underbrush. Juicy but still rather tight, even tart-edged, with a restrained sweetness. Rather dominated by its acidity today, but already offers enticing inner-mouth perfume of black cherry and violet. Slow-building, long finish suggests that this firmly structured, sharply delineated Barolo will develop well with six to eight years of bottle aging. |
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Piedmont | 1 | 93 (VN) |
In Bond
SG$1,255.00 |
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Vinous (93)Very good deep red. Sweet, sappy aroma dominated by roasted plum. Thick, palate-caressing fruit offers outstanding depth of flavor and sweetness. Very fine tannins coat the entire mouth. Very strong finishing fruit. The clear standout today among the trio of '96s. |
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Piedmont | 3 | - |
In Bond
SG$1,195.00 |
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The Revello Barolo 1996, one of Italy's legendary vegation, is a lustrous Nebbiolo wine from the esteemed Piedmont region. Marziano Revello, its celebrated winemaker, meticulously ages the wine in oak barrels for 24 months, infusing it with an enchanting blend of depth, complexity, and elegance. This wine boasts dynamic notes of ripe red fruit, worn leather, and richly aromatic spices, exuding the mellow maturity of its age. Revello, highly recognized for their attention to terroir expression and environmental responsibility, uses grape clusters handpicked from the prestigious Lazzarito, Rocche dell'Annunziata and Fiasco vineyards. Owned by brothers Enzo and Carlo Revello, the winemaking process is significantly traditional, marked quality controlled by modern innovations. The Revello Barolo 1996 is a luxurious testament to the charm of Italian wine. Its robust character, combined with a refined undertone, makes it a magnificent accompaniment to rich meals or the centrepiece for any wine collection. |
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