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2016 Cantina del Pino, Ovello, Barbaresco

(100% Nebbiolo)

Who wouldn’t want to drink Barbaresco from the first vineyard to ever make Barbaresco?? And from the exceptional 2016 vintage. This is such a treat to be able to have multiple bottles of this wine for a special gathering or to enjoy each five or more years apart to be witness to how it matures, unfolds, and blossoms with extended bottle age. Though Cantina Del Pino has only been producing since 1997, the Vacca family, and their vineyard, have been a part of Italian winemaking for over 100 years. Domizio Cavazzo established the vineyard in 1894, becoming one of the first winemakers to produce Nebbiolo under the commune name of Barbaresco. In 1912, the Vaccas took over the estate and have been there for four generations, becoming known for world-class wines from their historic vineyard. Ovello is one of the most famous sites in the entire Barbaresco wine-growing region. The elegance and intensity of this wine are conferred by the perfectly situated location of the vine: on the hills above the Tanaro River with S/SW exposure and limestone and sandy soil. This 2016 is emblematic of this benchmark vintage and packs tons of concentration and strength. Best 2023 - 2040. We recommend decanting in a wide-bottom decanter for 2+ hours if enjoying before 2027. Scores: WE 98 points, WS 96 points, WA 95 points.

Our Elevated level showcases wines with incredible merit, complexity, long finish, balance, and distinction. We have tasted many fine wines recently and have chosen only those that we think are remarkable. Fine wines do bring a higher price tag, but we think these wines are worth every penny and then some. In many cases, we have purchased the whole lot. The wines we select for this level are very special, hard to find, and only available in small quantities. Once they’re gone, they’re gone. Of course, if you need more of any of these wines or something completely different we’re happy to put a custom set together for you. We've curated many incredible wines in recent weeks and can't wait to share them with you.