Wine: 2008 Cascina Corte Dolcetto di Dogliani (aged in stainless steel) Add white wine. 85 Marchese Alfieri 1996 Alfiera Barbera d’Asti Superiore $28 The idea being to see some (relatively) cheap Italian reds from a reasonable vintage. Add vinegar and cook until evaporated. 87 La Sera 1997 Barbera del Monferrato $12 Dolcetto’s career has been just as illustrious as that of its sister Barbera, in Italian all grape varieties are feminine. Complex and friendly aromas of fruitcake, almond candy, chocolate and herbs. you agree to our use of cookies and the terms of our. 88 Coppo 1997 Camp du Rouss Barbera d’Asti $18 87 Villadoria 1997 Barbera d’Alba Superiore $10 There are dusty sensations of crushed mineral or granite on the close. 5 ounces baby arugula (about 8 cups) 90 Pietro Barbero 1996 La Vignassa Barbera d’Asti $35 Dolcetto vs. Dolcetto. Traditionally, Barbera was brought in between the early-maturing Dolcetto and the late-ripening Nebbiolo (from which the esteemed Barolo and Barbaresco are made). 91 Paolo Scavino 1998 Dolcetto d’Alba $20 The lush and dusty mouthfeel is balanced by good acidity that keeps it lively. But in a hot vintage such as this, the grape flaunts its inner beauty and charm. Actually, if one wants to find out the full oenological tradition of If Barolo and Barbaresco, two expensive, compelling and elegant wines made from the Nebbiolo grape and carefully cellar-aged for long periods, are the wine equivalent of Piedmont’s Sunday best (dress slacks, cufflinks and formal jacket), Barbera and Dolcetto are its favorite used jeans and comfy sweater. Displays medium acidity and a full mouthfeel. 2 Tbls butter Transfer with a slotted spoon to a bowl. Anchovies are marinated in water and vinegar and the green sauce is made with parsley, capers and bread. This is big, full and very well made. Lots of oak, but it is wedded to the fruit handsomely. Very good creamy mouthfeel. Dolcetto is not easy to grow. 85 Le Ginestre 1997 Pian Romualdo Barbera d’Alba $19 86 Attilio Ghisolfi 1997 Dolcetto d’Alba $13 If one thing is for certain, it’s that Barbera is not Cabernet Sauvignon when it comes to absorbing lavish doses of oak, and with Barbera and barriques, the winemaker must employ a sensitive hand so as not to completely overwhelm the fruit. Imported by Dalla Terra Winery Direct Dolcetto. Imported by Frederick Wildman & Sons 90 F. Principiano 1997 Sant’Anna Dolcetto d’Alba $17 The flavors carry over onto the long finish, which has some tannins to shed. Photo: Robin Vaughn Its food friendliness comes from its natural fruitiness and drying tannins. Let me start by addressing Dolcetto’s biggest fortune and misfortune: Dolcetto is an early ripening grape, it ripens two to three weeks before its counterparts Nebbiolo and Barbera. I love Dolcetto, especially the versions from Alba and Dogliani and although I purchase it often, it has been almost 6 years since I checked in with Borgogno’s version. In wine circles, Piedmont is often called Italy’s Burgundy. Complex flavors of tobacco and bramble bush intermixed with more basic cherry, chocolate and mint. 87 Brezza 1998 San Lorenzo Dolcetto d’Alba $16 Stir in tomato paste for about 1 minute. Barbera's natural excess of acidity and shortage of tannin are accentuated at high yields. Chances are, you’ll be served Barbera or Dolcetto. Rich and ripe flavors of cherry and licorice, with a pleasing, full mouthfeel. Imported by Vinifera Imports Also the vineyards of family Porro stand in this area – “Lazairasco”, “Santa Caterina” and “‘l Pari” – in the “cru Lazzarito”, an eviable position. These wines are now about a year and a half removed from harvest, and most are showing beautifully right now. Barbera . 87 Elio Grasso 1996 Vigna Martina Barbera d’Alba $21 Our Best Buys box highlights the wines with outstanding balance between price and quality, and notably, some of them are among the best wines overall, regardless of price. Based on our tasting, we can recommend names like Castello di Neive, Cordero di Montezemolo, Attilio Ghisolfi, Elio Altare, and Vietti, all of which placed more than one wine in the upper echelons of one category or the other, or both. In this review, we are focusing on the current release of the family’s Dolcetto. It’s a classic fall dish with porcini mushrooms and pork sausage. “It’s also an incredibly flexible variety and that acidity can be reduced.”. 1 tsp fresh ground black pepper Dolcetto is the easier, more fruit-forward wine with less aging potential; it is usually consumed within a year or two of release. Paolo Scavino Barbera D'Alba 2017 Sale! Chocolaty, with a touch of charcoal and pie cherries in the nose. We may earn a commission for purchases made through our links. We may earn a commission for purchases made through our links. Meanwhile, cook pappardelle in a pasta pot of boiling salted water. The fatty juices flow into the center of the roast. The finer, more potent oak in the small barrels is intended to impart a sweet vanillin quality, resulting in a richer and softer wine. Dolcetto is sometimes considered the ugly duckling of the Langhe. Renato Ratti Barbera D' Asti 2018 Sale! 84 Piero Busso 1997 Vigna Majano Dolcetto d’Alba $19 85 Batasiolo 1996 Sovrana Barbera d’Alba $18 Wine: Cavallotto 2008 Vigna Scot Dolcetto d’Alba (aged in stainless steel and cement) As with Dolcetto, the flavors are decidedly cherry, ranging from sweet-tart to black. 89 Elio Altare 1998 Dolcetto d’Alba $19 Breaded dishes like veal scallopini or zucchini gratin also have extra fat absorbed within their crusts. Low Tannins. 83 La Spinona 1998 Vigneto Qualin Dolcetto d’Alba $15 1/2 pound dried pappardelle This is a big Barbera that spares nothing on the oak. 87 Gigi Rosso 1997 Rocca Giovino Barbera d’Alba $12 Maybe it could use a year of aging. Here are profiles within the context of their food pairing potential, specific to the types of foods enjoyed most by American wine devotees. 86 Monchiero Carbone 1996 Mon Birone Barbera d’Alba $20 “They accompany all our family moments, anniversaries and celebrations as ever-present bottles standing on the kitchen table.” Bologna is seated at a corner table by a large window streaming sunlight at her uncle’s Trattoria i Bologna in Rocchetta Tanaro in the province of Asti. Well-balanced despite its hefty weight, with a full mouth- feel and a long finish displaying well-dispersed tannins. Add arugula to sauce and stir until wilted. 86 Batasiolo 1998 Dolcetto d’Alba $11 * “The playful exchange between the wine in the dish and in the glass makes this pairing very interesting. of tomato paste 85 Giribaldi 1997 Dolcetto d’Alba $14 They’re easier to grow and commercialize. 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 85 Cantine Gemma 1997 Bricco Angelini Barbera d’Alba $14 Complex and expansive aromas. 91 Vietti 1998 Tre Vigne Barbera d’Alba $18 86 Bersano 1997 Cremosina Barbera d’Asti $17 Imported by BelVino. Dolcetto is perfectly accompanied by meat dishes. Add to Cart. A quick look at our top wines shows that the majority are 1998s. 89 Luigi Einaudi 1997 Vigna Tecc Dolcetto di Dogliani $20 Grape type. Piedmont is most well-known for Nebbiolo and Barbera, but Dolcetto is still a very important grape to this region and is the tenth most grown red grape variety in Italy. Saute carrots, onions and celery for about 5 minutes. Add the remaining broth 1 cup at a time stirring every time until broth is absorbed and rice is creamy in texture. Dish: Stinco di vitello di razza piemontese brasato al barbera (Barbera braised veal shank) Add mushroom, garlic, rosemary, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper and cook, stirring constantly, until beginning to brown, about 4 minutes. Here are three: they offer an affordable alternative to the pricier bottles of Northern Italy; they come from a long and storied tradition that makes them two of the most distinctive indigenous expressions produced; and they exhibit natural characteristics that make them quintessential food pairing wines—cultivated in a part of the world that dedicates particular affections to its foods. Heat oil in a 12-inch heavy skillet over medium-high heat until it shimmers. Deep ruby red wine diffusing vigorous and persistent scents. Wine with a ruby red colour, characterised by a winy bouquet and an intense and balanced taste. Barbera vines are planted here in chalky, limestone-rich clay soils, amid the rolling hills which symbolize the Piedmontese landscape. Serve with shaved parmigiana reggiano cheese, if desired. Le Dolcetto d'Alba est un vin italien de la région Piémont doté d'une appellation DOC depuis le 16 juillet 1974. 85 Monti 1997 Barbera d’Alba $35 86 Batasiolo 1998 Dolcetto d’Alba $11 Dry cherry and cocoa flavors. Generally the vines are not so young exactly because no one starts to grow Dolcetto … The finish offers vibrancy, depth and freshness. Il s’agit d’un des rouges les plus bus au Piémont, agréablement sec, satisfaisant et sans excès. Full and dark in the mouth, with black fruit and oak vying for predominance on the palate. Hefty oak throughout is manifested in the form of coffee and toast. 91 Attilio Ghisolfi 1997 Barbera d’Alba $14 By using our website and/or subscribing to our newsletter, “Barbera is made to express all of its fruit aromas and it is an easy-drinking wine that works with the fatty component in foods, such as the eggs used in the pasta, or the butter and the sausage in the ragù.” —Giulio Accornero, Producer: Cavallotto (cavallotto.com) Traditionally, Barbera was brought in between the early-maturing Dolcetto and the late-ripening Nebbiolo (from which the esteemed Barolo and Barbaresco are made). 2 Tbls of chopped parsley 84 Le Ginestre 1997 Madonna Como Dolcetto d’Alba $16 4 clove of crushed garlic Imported by Indie Wineries Division “Barbera is our everyday food wine thanks to the high acidity that cleans the palate,” says Michele Chiarlo, whose Barbera Le Orme is a market leader in the United States “Dolcetto has sweet fruit and more tannins that refresh the mouth.”. Extracted, with deep black-cherry fruit and toasty oak. Production area of Barbera d’Asti D.O.C.G. It comes from many locations, and the most popular include Dolcetto di Dogliani, Dolcetto d’Acqui, Dolcetto d’Alba, Dolcetto d’Asti and Dolcetto di Diano d’Alba in Piedmont. 87 Castelvero 1996 Barbera d’Asti $12 Barbera offers buzz-saw acidity, vibrant fruit and few tannins, while dolcetto is more tannic, less acid, with softly bitter fruit. Nice mouthfeel, good balance and a weighty, jammy finish. Be careful when taking the shanks out of the pot so they don’t fall apart and you don’t lose the bone marrow. Dish: Acciughe al verde (anchovies in green sauce) Good medium-heavy wine. 88 Giuseppe Cortese 1998 Trifolera Dolcetto d’Alba $15 Thank You! Black cherry, violets, roses, and vanilla mark the lovely nose. With few exceptions, Dolcettos are at their best and should be consumed in the first year or two of life. Very pleasing black-cherry, herb and toast aromas open to a mouthful of concentrated fruit, pepper, coffee, cake and more. September 12, 2018 - Updated on September 7th, 2019. dol-chet-to. 1 yellow onion chopped This pairing is based on the contrast of the delicate flavors in the dish and the fruity tones of the Barbera.” —Marco Franchi, sommelier, Producer: Cascina Corte (cascinacorte.it) 89 La Sera 1997 Il Cielo Barbera d’Alba $17 BARBERA D’ASTI D.O.C.G. Candied fruit, but in an appealing way. Turn burner on high and reduce sauce for 5 minutes uncovered. Rich black-purple color. Lots of oak along with tobacco, menthol and cherry. 1 teaspoon chopped rosemary Layered, deep fruit, and it improves exponentially with time in the glass. Add to Cart. 85 Coppo 1997 L’Avvocato Barbera d’Asti $14 89 La Nunsio 1997 Barbera d’Asti $22 In fact, these two qualities tend to balance sweeter foods, fragrant foods (with tomato sauces or perfumed herbs, for example) and foods with a fatty component, which is broken down by the tannins. 87 Cairel 1996 Vigneto Caveia Barbera d’Alba $15 1 cup of beef or veal stock 90 Prunotto 1997 Pian Romualdo Barbera d’Alba $28 A couple of brackets of Dolcetto and Barbera based wines. 3 garlic cloves, minced 88 Conterno Fantino 1998 Bricco Bastia Dolcetto d’Alba $19 We have a little bit of catching up to do in Texas. Exposed to south-west and south-east, the vineyards lay in the best sun of langa and produce Nebbiolo, Dolcetto and Barbera. A great take on Barbera, with some age already helping it out. 1 1/4 pounds skinless boneless chicken thighs, cut into 1/2-inch pieces Dolcetto. We've received your email address, and soon you will start getting exclusive offers and news from Wine Enthusiast. Medium-low Acidity. The hilly land and chilly climate play equally big roles in determining the quality of the wines, as do particular vineyard sites. 87 Salvano 1998 Dolcetto di Diano d’Alba $9 * 89 Pecchenino 2007 Siri D’Jermu (Dolcetto di Dogliani); $28. 88 Bava 1998 Controvento Dolcetto d’Asti $13 * 89 Clerico 1997 Trevigne Barbera d’Alba $20 Full in the mouth, the acidity keeps it driving forward but also holds it together. 1 (28-ounce) can diced tomatoes in juice On the other hand, we encountered many instances of overoaking. The aromatic qualities of these foods are accented by the fruitiness of the grape. Features a long, dynamite finish. Very suave mouthfeel—full and velvety. These wines are also available in a superiore version released later. 1/4 cup of olive oil 86 G.D. Vajra 1997 Dolcetto d’Alba $13 * 1 small onion, chopped Full, unusual nose, with berries and cream, chocolate, and orange notes. Dish: Tortelli di gallina in consommé (chicken tortelli in broth) 87 Michele Chiarlo 1996 La Court Barbera d’Asti $46 87 Elvio Cogno 1997 Bricco dei Merli Barbera d’Alba $30 America’s 100 Best Wine Restaurants of 2019, Wine Enthusiast's 2019 Wine Star Award Winners, The Enthusiast 100: Our Top Wines of 2020, The Making of Wine Enthusiast's No.1 Wine of 2020, Sought-After Spirits That Aren't Pappy Van Winkle, California Privacy Rights Do Not Sell My Information. 88 Castelvero 1998 Barbera di Piemonte $8 * 88 Poderi Colla 1997 Barbera d’Alba $18 Dolcetto Piedmont’s pretty red Dolcetto is the lighter of the two varieties. 83 Poderi Colla 1996 Dolcetto d’Alba $17 PIEDMONT’S PRETTY RED 91 Bersano 1997 Generala Barbera d’Asti $34 90 Azelia 1998 Bricco dell’Oriolo Dolcetto d’Alba $15 And based on the results of our comprehensive blind tasting, they deserve your consideration. Layered fruit with licorice on the finish. 88 Elio Grasso 1998 Vigna dei Grassi Dolcetto d’Alba $14 86 Contratto 1997 Panta Rei Barbera d’Asti $15 Bright and focused all the way through. 1 sprig of fresh thyme chopped Wine: Accornero 2008 Giulin Barbera del Monferrato (50% aged in oak tonneaux and the rest in stainless steel for six-eight months) 87 Michele Chiarlo 1998 Barbera d’Asti $13 Imported by Vintage Imports Inc. America’s 100 Best Wine Restaurants of 2019, Wine Enthusiast's 2019 Wine Star Award Winners, The Enthusiast 100: Our Top Wines of 2020, The Making of Wine Enthusiast's No.1 Wine of 2020, Sought-After Spirits That Aren't Pappy Van Winkle, California Privacy Rights Do Not Sell My Information. With Barbera, Dolcetto is one of the two "everyday" wines of the Piedmont region in Italy.While the most favorable growing sites here are reserved for Barolo and Barbaresco, winemakers plant Dolcetto widely where the temperamental Nebbiolo grape doesn't thrive. In the world that is red wine, both Dolcetto and Barbera provide credible alternatives to better known wines like Merlot, Shiraz and Cabernet Sauvignon. 91 Attilio Ghisolfi 1997 Barbera d’Alba $14 * 84 Giribaldi 1997 Barbera d’Alba $10 8 85 Marcarini 1998 Fontanazza Dolcetto d’Alba $14 In an appealing Dolcetto, herb and floral nuances are prominent, frequently veering from rose to lavender to anise. Turn burner down and add veal shanks back into the pot and cover. Stir in drained pasta. Poderi Luigi Einaudi Dolcetto di Dogliani DOC 2018 Sale! 92 Cantina Iuli 2006 Barabba (Barbera del Minferrato Superiore); $59. 86 Renato Ratti 1997 Barbera di Piemonte $14 88 Elvio Cogno 1998 Vigna del Mandorlo Dolcetto d’Alba $16 par : Oleg (15/10/2018) - Millésime 2017. 89 Casa Balocca 1998 Dolcetto d’Alba $13 Editor’s Choice. But if Barbera is grown on sites … 88 Marziano Abbona 2008 Papà Celso (Dolcetto di Dogliani); $20. 88 Renatto Ratti 1997 Torriglione Barbera d’Alba $14 In January we tasted approximately 90 Barberas and 60 Dolcettos; we’ve selected the top 124 wines for inclusion in this report (old vintages and wines scoring below 80 points were omitted). Medium-full Body. 87 Bartenura 1998 Barbera d’Asti $10 The 2017 Dolcetto d'Alba delivers earthy and raw aromas of black fruit, plum and black olive. Twenty-five wines, or approximately 20 percent of the field, scored 90 points or higher (15 Barberas and 10 Dolcettos). The finish is long and rather big, with cocoa and a dusty licorice note acting as the anchor. The results of this shift to barriques, however, seem mixed. 2 shallots chopped As a red, Dolcetto should be served at 60 to 65 degrees fahrenheit. Dolcetto never gets the respect it deserves among Piredmont's red wines. 80 Bruno Giacosa 1997 Dolcetto d’Alba $19. 87 Ca’ Bianca 1998 Barbera d’Asti $11 * Roasting cooks with dry heat, thus searing the skin and forming a crispy outside. 91 Tenute Cisa Asinari Dei Marchesi di Gresi 2006 Monte Colombo (Barbera D’Asti); $43. Abroad, it is found in Australia, California and Argentina, where it traveled with Italian immigrants. 88 Tre Donna 2007 Donna Rossa (Barbera D’Alba); $16. 91 Vinchio-Vaglio Serra 2004 Sei Vigne Insynthesis (Barbera D’Asti Superiore); $70. 90 Parusso 1998 Piani Noce Dolcetto d’Alba $15 from 2399 2599 / per. Imported by Dreyfus Ashby. This ranks as the most expensive Barbera we know of, and while it’s very good, you can’t help but question the price. Let’s remember that there was a time when Nebbiolo wasn’t king, and producers worked hard to move their stocks of Barolo. 90 Vietti 1998 Lazzarito Dolcetto d’Alba $19 Barbera d'Alba is a key DOC of Piedmont, north-western Italy, famed for its tangy, cherry-like red wines. 87 F. Principiano 1996 La Romualda Barbera d’Alba $36 88 Gianni Voerzio 2009 Rochettevino (Dolcetto d’Alba); $25. Indigenous Selections Barbera 2014 Sale! Parmigiana Reggiano cheese, optional However, as … 87 Salvano 1998 Dolcetto di Diano d’Alba $9 For example, a beautiful oak-fruit balance exists in wines such as the ’97 Cascina Chicco (93; $26) and the 1997 Bersano Generala (91; $34). If you are looking for a pairing partner to a steaming pizza pie with mozzarella and basil, or a home cooked plate of pasta, look no further than Dolcetto. Eleven of our top 25 Barberas were from the 1997 vintage, and ten were from 1996. The reality is that top-flight Piedmont wines don't have to cost a fortune. It accompanies a large amount of dinner dishes, which makes it a fantastic table wine, the ideal “Tuesday-night-goes-with-anything” pick. “The tortelli are served in deep dishes and steaming broth is added as served in front of the guest. Really solid, with a beautiful finish. 87 Renato Ratti 2009 Colombè (Dolcetto d’Alba); $15. Think of breaded veal scallops with clarified butter, langoustine bisque with crème fraîche, medallions of lamb with garlic cream sauce, sirloin steak with green peppercorns and heavy cream, leek pie with Gruyère cheese or grated parmigiano; soufflés, or savory crêpes with smoked salmon. 89 Pecchenino 1996 Bricco Botti Dolcetto di $27 Abundantly ripe, with cherry fruit that sings. Harmonious aromatics of cherry, chocolate and herbs flow beautifully onto the palate. BIG YET APPROACHABLE These powerful reds and champion food companions are generally less known outside Italy. (Dolcetto ripens early relative to Barbera, but Nebbiolo typically needs a further two weeks on the vine after Barbera is picked.) from 2399 3099 / per. Barbera producers have also changed their barrel aging techniques. 85 Vicara 1997 Cantico della Crosia Barbera del Monferrato $21 Dish: Cold cuts, especially aged salami with strong flavors of garlic and black pepper. Dry. While it only accounts for 1.2% of the area under vine in Italy, that amounts to more than 15,000 acres! Prince Sydney, 40 Hansard Street Tasted Saturday, October 22, 2016 by chatters with 154 views. 86 Attilio Ghisolfi 1997 Dolcetto d’Alba $13 * 89 Contratto 1995 Solus Ad Barbera d’Alba $24 83 Cairel 1998 Vigneto del Mandorlo Dolcetto d’Alba $15 87 Castelvero 1996 Barbera d’Asti $12 * Serve with risotto recipe below. Details. 1/2 cup of dry white wine Dish: Corzetti (pasta shaped with wood forms) with mushroom and sausage ragù To personify Dolcetto, it is a care-free individual with a lot of intelligence. 90 Giacomo Conterno 1998 Cascina Francia Barbera d’Alba $24 87 La Sera 1997 Barbera del Monferrato $12 * Salvatore 60 Vigne Vecchie Barbera - Dolcetto 60 Vigne Vecchie Barbera - Dolcetto 90 Bricco Maiolica 2008 Sori Bricco Maiolica Superiore (Dolcetto di Diano Alba; $25. The veal shank spends an entire night marinating in the Barbera and is cooked slowly in a clay pot with herbs and vegetables.” —Raffaella Bologna, Producer: Villa Sparina, Ristorante La Gallina (monterotondoresort.com/villasparina) from 2399 2499 / per. 1 carrots peeled and chopped A stand-up Barbera with tart black-cherry fruit, coffee, and more chocolate flavor. 85 Villa Sparina 1996 Rivalta Barbera del Monferrato $40 Barbera e Dolcetto A simple analysis of market data could lead to the conclusion that the most widespread vineyard in the Piedmont region is Nebbiolo, which has obtained world renown thanks to its varieties that go by the name of Barolo and Barbaresco. There were also many wines of each varietal scoring in the high 80s, indicating a high level of overall quality. 89 Casa Balocca 1998 Dolcetto d’Alba $13 * 89 Castello di Neive Messoirano Dolcetto D’Alba $12 Rich and mouthfilling, with good fruit that is buttressed, but not overshadowed, by oak. Cocoa and herb notes provide interesting accents. 87 Gigi Rosso 1998 Moncolombetto Dolcetto $14 di Diano d’Alba 90 Elio Altare 1996 Larigi (Langhe) $70 To address this, producers are taking action in a few ways. Le Dolcetto Piémont AOC doit son nom à une caractéristique propre à la provenance de ses raisins : sucrés, justement, et caractérisés par une faible acidité par rapport à des cousins comme le Barbera et le Nebbiolo. Big cherry flavors, vanilla and chocolate—like an ice cream sundae. Classic chocolate and cherry flavors are in good balance. 84 Campo Verde 1996 Barrel Aged Barbera d’Asti $14 91 Aldo Conterno 1997 Conca Tre Pile Barbera d’Alba $37 Berry flavors augmented by a nutty, almost spicy accent. Very inviting aromas of dense fruit and rose-tinged floral notes announce this impressive wine. 8 ounces cremini mushrooms, chopped fine 90 Francesco Boschis 1998 Vigna del Prey Dolcetto di Dogliani $19 Robust flavors of cherry, chocolate, and licorice on the palate. Dolcetto happily grows well almost anywhere and is an early-ripening grape, making it a reliable choice for winegrowers. Handsome dusty tannins on the long finish. By Philip J. Speciale, Great Chicago Italian Recipes (great-chicago-italian-recipes.com) For some it will be a toasty treat, while others may get scared away by the charred, bitter taste of the wood. What is experimentation to some is seen as excessive interventionism to others: “Acidity is a problem for Barbera,” admits enologist Vincenzo Gerbi, who heads the Hastae project in which six producers (Braida, Michele Chiarlo, Coppo, Prunotto, Vietti and the grappa maker Berta) banded together in 1996 to create an experimental wine, Quorum. 1/4 cup of olive oil. The region’s Barolos and Barbarescos rank among the world’s great reds, cherished by connoisseurs and serious collectors everywhere. Pricey, but you get your money’s worth. 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