Jay Kline

9.2

Opened about five hours prior to service. After a small pour to check color and condition, I found the wine to be a bit grumpy. Some might even believe this could be DOA but the color was good and structurally, the wine was in good shape. So, into the decanter it went. By dinner, the wine had stretched its legs and all was right with the world. The 1976 Barolo annata by Guido Giri pours a slightly garnet with an orange rim; medium viscosity with no staining of the tears. On the nose, the wine is vinous with notes resembling Christmas fruitcake; spiced cranberry and pomegranate with dried roses, truffles, cedar, saussison, blood orange pith, dried green herbs and dry dusty earth. On the palate, the wine is dry with medium+ tannin and medium+ acid. Confirming the notes from the nose, the finish is medium+ and resplendent tart fruit! What a resurrection! Drink now with an extended decant. — 2 months ago

KLH

9.4

Rich, fruity, eucalyptus, mint — 8 years ago

Ethan Fries

9.1

30 month on the lees. Entry level of the winery. Chardonnay grown on sand and clay. Beautiful — 10 years ago

Mario Miele

9.2

First impression is surprisingly good for the price. Not too robust but light and very smooth with a lasting after taste to reach for more. — 11 years ago

Giampiero Nadali

Wine Blogger Aristide

8.9

Nerello Mascalese vinified in white. Interesting for the long persistence and crisp but elegant taste. — 13 years ago

Jess

9.0

Deep ruby color.
Aromas of dark fruit, floral, spice, tar.
Flavors of black cherry, rose, raspberry, peppercorn, tar, stewed black plum, hint of cured meat. Rich, chewy tannins. So much going on!

Intensity: 4/5
Complexity: 4/5
Balance: 4/5
Finish: 4/5 — 2 years ago

Frank

8.9

From tannico. A dry cortesi that is on the edge of being exceptional. Pair with pasta in cream sauce or sweet Italian cheese — 7 years ago

Patrick Lavigne

9.2

Candied pears. Medium everything — 9 years ago

Giulia

9.0

When I drink it I return in Sicily! I love it! — 10 years ago

M S

9.6

Sehr gut; 13€ — 12 years ago

Bill Belanger

9.0

Had this at La Contea in Neive. Wonderful white, the vineyard right next to the restaurant. Full flavored. — 13 years ago

Joe Fischer

9.4

Had some shipped back from our trip to Sicily. This one is a stunner!!! Oh so good! — 4 years ago

Anthony De Blasi

9.4

Approximately 50/50 Nero d’Avola and Perricone which is a beautiful blend! High in acidity, quite tannic and plenty of red fruit. Also a “rustic” touch. Everything is still a bit on its own but after some additional cellartime this wine should be stellar! — 4 years ago

Peter Partma

9.1

Classical 2006, good time to drink now — 9 years ago

Mitja Sirk

Production La Subida, Aceto Sirk

9.2

Excited about new productions at Gorizia brewery!! — 10 years ago

Damian Foley

9.0

Smooth. Dry. — 12 years ago

Bill Belanger

9.7

Also at La Contea: more fruit, less alcohol. I could swear that the local hazelnuts were part of the flavor! — 13 years ago