Barolo, one of Italy's most prized wines, is produced in the Region of Piemonte (which means at the foot of the mountain). Barolo, made from the Nebbiolo grape, is ruby-garnet in color with aromas of red currant and licorice. A finely made Barolo can easily age 20 years. The heart of Barolo production lies in the communes of La Morra, Barolo, Monforte d'Alba, Serralunga d'Alba and Castiglione Falletto.The best rated Barolos from Wine Spectator (WS) and Gambero Rosso (GR) include:
2004 Bruno Giacosa Barolo Falletto - 96 points (GR)
2004 Vietti Barolo Lazzarito -95 points (GR)
2005 Roberto Voerzio Barolo Brunate- 99 points (WS)
2005 Vietti Barolo Lazzarito - 98 points (WS)
Winemaking at its best in La Morra http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vxKMRE6CMRw
Mark your 2010 calendar: The Barolo Wine Festival takes place each year in September!
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