Homestead 1897
Torre Oria
Método Tradicional Brut Cava Catalunya Macabeo 1897
Delightful Cava. Great price. Some body. Slightly dry. Would definitely buy again! — 7 years ago
The Balvenie Distillery
Single Malt Scotch Aged 21 Years PortWood Finish Whisky 1897
Fruity and just a bit smokey. White orchard fruits on the nose. Red fruits and some light cocoa on the palate. Top notch; great birthday present from my sister. — 5 years ago
Henry Lagarde
Mendoza Viognier 1897
Great white wine. — 8 years ago
Accornero
Bricco del Bosco Vigne Vecchie Monferrato Grignolino 1897
Ottimo 8 anni super — 5 years ago
The Balvenie Distillery
DoubleWood Aged 12 Years Single Malt Scotch Whisky 1897
Definitely can taste the barrel, little to no peat — 5 years ago
Torre Oria
Niche Valencia Petit Verdot Merlot 1897
Vintage 2015 / Wine with a smell of leather, chocolate and stewed red fruit, warm and comforting taste, wow, a real trouvaille with excellent p/q from Valencia. Paired with meatballs filled with mushrooms and shrimps / Wednesday Meatballsday (11) — 7 years ago
Freddy R. Troya
Poderi Luigi Einaudi “Ludo” Barolo 2020 Barolo DOCG – Piedmont – Italy 🇮🇹
Overview Crafted entirely from 100% Nebbiolo, this 2020 Barolo from Poderi Luigi Einaudi showcases a more graceful and approachable expression of the appellation while still preserving Barolo’s unmistakable structure and aromatic complexity. The “Ludo” bottling leans toward elegance and finesse rather than sheer power, allowing the purity of Nebbiolo to shine beautifully even in its youth.
Aromas & Flavors Expressive notes of sweet cherry, dried rose petals, cola, blue flowers, rosemary, and delicate baking spices unfold gradually in the glass. Subtle earthy undertones and hints of tar begin to emerge with air, giving the wine additional Piedmontese character and depth.
Mouthfeel Light to medium-bodied for Barolo standards, yet layered and refined. Young tannins remain present and structured, suggesting excellent aging potential, while the wine already delivers a silky texture and elegant persistence. Bright acidity keeps the palate energetic and lifted.
Food Pairings Excellent with truffle pasta, braised short ribs, mushroom risotto, osso buco, roasted duck, or aged Parmigiano Reggiano.
Verdict A truly delightful and elegant Barolo that highlights finesse over force. The 2020 vintage is already highly enjoyable now with decanting, though the youthful tannic backbone clearly hints at greater complexity ahead with additional bottle age. A refined introduction to traditional Nebbiolo structure without overwhelming austerity.
Did You Know? Nebbiolo is one of the latest-ripening grape varieties in Italy, often harvested deep into October. Its name is believed to derive from nebbia (“fog” in Italian), referencing the autumn fog that blankets Piedmont during harvest season.
🍷 Personal Pick This is the kind of Barolo that quietly wins people over, aromatic, transparent, and elegant rather than aggressively powerful. A beautiful reminder that Barolo does not always need to shout to be compelling.
— 13 days ago