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Bid on this 2-bottle tasting lot; including 1-bottle of 2016 Albino Rocca "Ronchi" Barbaresco (96KO, 96WE, 96WS, 95DC, 95VN, 94JS, 93RP) and 1-bottle of 2016 Nada Fiorenzo "Rombone" Barbaresco (96VN, 95WS). Of the 2016 Albino Rocca "Ronchi" Barbaresco, Wine Enthusiast writes: "Forest floor, new leather, underbrush and eucalyptus aromas mingle with a whiff of peppercorn. On the full-bodied, focused palate, tightly knit, noble tannins and bright acidity frame juicy Morello cherry, licorice, tobacco and a hint of truffle. Drink 2026-2036. (KO) *Cellar Selection*" (09/2019)

Bid on this 2-bottle tasting lot; including 1-bottle of 1998 Rocche dei Barbari "Alivio" Barbaresco Riserva and 1-bottle of 2003 Rocche dei Barbari "Alivio" Barbaresco Riserva.

Bid on this 2-bottle lot of 1989 Ceretto "Bricco Asili" Barbaresco .

The wine displays a super beautiful color, with a translucent ruby hue. Aromas of very pretty wild red berries, licorice and sweet and savory spice captivate the senses. The palate is truly delightful, with the fruit shining through initially, followed by earthy notes, such as truffle. Superfine tannins contribute to its overall elegance. Enjoy from now–2040. *Editors' Choice* (JP)

Bid on this 3-bottle tasting lot; including 1 2013 Produttori del Barbaresco "Asili" Barbaresco Riserva (97VN, 96DC, 96RP, 96WE, 95WS), 1 2013 Produttori del Barbaresco "Pajè" Barbaresco Riserva (97WE, 96VN, 94WS, 93RP), and 1 2013 Produttori del Barbaresco "Rabajà" Barbaresco Riserva (97WE, 96RP, 96VN, 96WS). Of the 2013 Produttori del Barbaresco "Asili" Barbaresco Riserva, Vinous writes: "Absolutely stunning in every way, the 2013 Barbaresco Riserva Asili is also the most complete wine in the lineup at this stage. Floral, lifted and exquisitely beautiful, the 2013 speaks to regal elegance and finesse above all else. Silky tannins add to an impression of total sensuality. At this stage, there is almost no impression of tannin, as the wine is so impeccably balanced. The 2013 shuts down quickly in the glass, which may suggest it is headed for a long period of dormancy. Readers who can find the Asili should not miss it, as it is truly sublime. (AG)" (10/2017)

Bid on this 3-bottle tasting lot; including 1-bottle of 2016 Cantina del Pino "Ovello" Barbaresco (98WE, 96DC, 96WS, 95RP, 94VN), 1-bottle of 2016 Cantina del Pino Barbaresco (95VN, 94KO, 94RP, 94WE, 94WS), and 1-bottle of 2016 Tenuta Roncaglia "Roncaglie" Barbaresco (95VN, 95WE, 93JG). Of the 2016 Cantina del Pino "Ovello" Barbaresco, Wine Enthusiast writes: "Rose, iris, woodland berry and crushed mint aromas shape the irresistible nose on this radiant, classy red. Showing a remarkable combination of structure, elegance and pedigree, the delicious, focused palate delivers juicy red cherry, raspberry compote, star anise and an almost salty minerality while firm but ultrarefined tannins provide seamless support. Bright acidity bestows impeccable balance and youthful tension. *Cellar Selection* (KO)" (01/2020)

Riserva is a stunning, generous wine, with great aromas and layers of delicious flavors including succulent raspberry, Morello cherry, star anise and blood orange. While it’s already immensely enjoyable, it also has a long life ahead. (KO)

The 2020 Barbaresco Morassino is laced with hints of dried cherry, cedar, pipe tobacco, mint, orange peel and spice. Already quite open and expressive, the 2020 is a fine choice for drinking now and over the next handful of years. All the elements are so well balanced in this gracious, mid-weight Barbaresco from Cascina Morassino. Pretty floral overtones and bright acids lift the elegant finish. (AG)

The 2021 Barbaresco Costa Russi is a jeweled ruby color and is bright with fresh herbs, mint, cherries, thyme, and freshly dried earth. It has good volume and ripe structure on the palate and is long and cooling, with a note of fresh lavender. It also has a great, mouthwatering mineral tone with a more linear feel, but it’s powerful at the same time, with the sanguine and ripe blood orange notes that are shared across the vintage. It needs time, but wow, is it worth snapping up! (AF)

Bid on this bottle of 1982 Gaja "Sori San Lorenzo" Barbaresco. 94 points from the Wine Spectator. (Sept. 1989)

Pale ruby in the glass, with a darker fruit character, well-defined raspberry and blackberry. Ripe and concentrated. Rose and violet enhance the aromatic profile. Balsamic style on the palate, with large, dense, velvety tannins, plentiful in volume before a chocolaty finish. Refreshing acidity balances the lush character. Ovello is one of the cooler and more austere MGAs in Barbaresco. The expectation could be really high in a warm vintage such as 2020. (AF)

Very classy and perfumed, with ripe strawberries, spice, cedar, sandalwood and iron shavings that follow through to a medium body with extremely long and pointed tannins that go on and on. Lightly chewy at the end. Racy Asili. Hard not to drink now. Best after 2029.

Fresh and restrained wine, with an exquisite mix of graphite, orange peel, dried cherries and strawberries, as well as whiffs of potpourri and licorice. Medium- to full-bodied, it displays velvety, ripe tannins with tight-knit acidity and a juicy style, despite the more biting finish. Drinkable now, but best from 2026. (AF)

You’ll find compelling aromas of rosemary, hay, camphor and crushed mint on the intensely fragrant and fabulous 2021 Muncagota. Full-bodied and loaded with energy, the savory palate features ripe red cherry, black raspberry, citrus and dark spice as well as the rosemary note from the nose. Firm, well-integrated tannins provide support and give the finish grip. (KO)

A restrained wine with vibrant wild strawberries, lemon tree, a whiff of eucalyptus and potpourri. Medium- to full-bodied, it’s very classic and fresh. Tannins are firm and dusty yet ripe, with ferrous, savory notes. The polished finish is reminiscent of licorice and full of harmony. Drink or hold. (AF)

A brightly jeweled ruby hue, the 2021 Barbaresco is super-expressive, with loads of wild raspberries that leap from the glass along with notes of strawberries, pressed roses, fresh orange, and violet. As it opens, it evens picks up some spice box, cigar incense, and cherry notes. Crystalline in nature and ripe, this next-level red delivers ripe, sweet tannins, great tension, and fresh, vibrant acidity, without any austerity. A luxury racecar, it’s fantastic and possibly the wine of the year. (AF)

Eucalyptus, dark spice, dark-skinned berry, iris, camphor and leather aromas come to the forefront on the vividly fragrant 2021 Rio Sordo Riserva from Produttori del Barbaresco. Showing the great intensity that’s a hallmark of the outstanding vintage, the structured palate offers ripe cherry, wild strawberry, orange zest, hazelnut and dark culinary spice alongside firm, well-integrated tannins while fresh acidity keeps it balanced. (KO)

The 2021 Barbaresco Montefico Vigna Bric Mentina is redolent of dried herbs, mint, spice, pipe tobacco and cedar. Exotic and beguiling, especially in its bouquet, the 2021 is just starting to open. I would prefer to cellar it for a few years, though. Readers will find a mid-weight, nuanced Barbaresco loaded with complexity and dynamic energy. The sculpted, youthfully austere style is classic Montefico. (AG)

The compelling 2021 Ovello Riserva from Produttori del Barbaresco opens with captivating aromas of dark culinary spice, underbrush, rose and mentholated notes. Delicious and full-bodied, the palate doles out ripe Marasca cherry, cranberry, star anise and ground clove. Firm, well-integrated tannins lend just the right amount of grip while fresh acidity keeps it bright and balanced. (KO)

Balsamic aromas of camphor mingle with violet, wild berry and dark spice. The full-bodied palate has great structure, featuring mature Morello cherry, ground clove, tobacco, truffle and hazelnut alongside firm, crushed velvet tannins that provide enveloping support. (KO)

For centuries, the Levi family worked as "Grapat" based San Giacomo or Vallespluga, locally called "Val di Giust", in the municipalities of Fraciscio di Campodolcino. Each season they would come down from the Alpine valleys to the wine making regions, to distill the leftovers from wine production. Over 50 distilleries were founded by families from this valley in Northern Italy and Serafino Levi chose the quiet town of Neive to start his. Tragically both he and his wife died very young leaving his teenage son and daughters to run the special distillery. When Romano & Lidia Levi took over the distillery in 1945, they were just kids, but they built on their parent’s reputation for quality and infused a love and art in each batch. Using the highest quality fresh grape pomace from the world's finest wineries, they slowly distilled, as their father had, over direct fire stills. Romano's hand painted labels became the iconic calling card of this extremely special spirit. After Lidia's death in 2010, the village of Neive created a historic working distillery museum(UNESCO site) to preserve the traditions of the Levi family. For the Barbaresco, the grapes are grown on DOCG vineyards in Neive, Barbaresco, Trezzo, Treiso, and Alba.

Bid on this bottle of 1982 Gaja "Sori Tildin" Barbaresco (95JG, 95VN). Vinous: "The 1982 Barbaresco Sorì Tildìn, on the other hand, was awesome. It revealed superb depth in its core of generous fruit, with superb concentration as well as balance. It was a memorable wine in every way. In the late 1970s and 1980s Gaja often waited to harvest until very late in the growing season in order to achieve the ripeness he was looking for. 1982 was the last vintage made with this method as subsequent vintages brought warmer weather than had previously been the case. (AG)" (11/2007)

The 2022 is a charming, elegant rendition of the vintage expressing raspberry and strawberry with snaps of coriander and allspice. Seamless in flow, the palate is underscored by sweet acid and framed by soft, silky tannins. Juicy and drinkable now but with enough grip for the next seven to eight years. A blend of the estate’s parcels in the distinguished MGAs of Rabajà, Rabajà-bas and Faset, Castello di Verduno’s classic Barbaresco ages in large Slavonian oak casks. (MM)

The Produttori del Barbaresco 2021 Montestefano possesses heady aromas of iris, violet, red berry and spice. Firm and full-bodied, the palate boasts great energy and intensity that lifts ripe Morello cherry, orange peel, cranberry and licorice. It’s well balanced, with bright acidity.(KO)

Returning to a more traditional expression of site, the 2023 Barbaresco Sorì San Lorenzo shows the classic character of this vineyard. Medium-bodied, it offers notes of juniper, currants, cranberries, and brambly earth. The tannins have deeper structure and density compared to the other crus, giving the wine impressive backbone and longevity while retaining balance and freshness. Drink 2027-2057. (AF) 98+

Leaping from the glass with energy, the 2023 Barbaresco Sorì Tildin pours a jeweled ruby color and shows remarkable depth and clarity. A small percentage of barrique is used, yet the wine retains striking purity with notes of framboise, pressed flowers, and polished stones. There is a seductive quality here that almost recalls a great Burgundy in its elegance and texture. The tannins are sweet and refined, and the wine is dangerously easy to drink despite its complexity and depth. Mouthwatering and exceptionally long, drink 2026-2058. 2,900 bottles were produced. (AF)

The 2023 Barbaresco Costa Russi was bottled only three weeks prior to my tasting in December 2025, after extended time in barrel. It pours a jeweled ruby color and offers notes of framboise, cherries, and polished stone. The tannins remind me somewhat of the 2020 in their silkiness and definition, showing harmony without feeling overdeveloped. There is a beautiful refinement to the structure, with fresh acidity and a long, balanced finish. 2,900 bottles were produced. Drink 2027-2050. (AF)

The 2022 Barbaresco Normale from the Rocca family’s lovely La Ca’Növa estate is a beautifully classic example of Barbaresco, hailing from limestone-rich soils, fermented with native yeasts, given a thirty day maceration period and raised in classic botti prior to bottling. The wine shows the style of the 2022 vintage, coming in at 14.5 percent octane and delivering a very deep, pure and complex bouquet of red and black cherries, anise, woodsmoke, a lovely base of chalky soil, rose petals and a touch of red curry in the upper register. On the palate the wine is deep, full-bodied, focused and complex, with a gorgeous core of fruit, tangy acids, chewy, well-integrated tannins and superb length and grip on the precise and very nicely balanced finish. (JG) 92+

Violet and dark exotic spice aromas mingle with forest floor, cedar and wild berry on the lovely 2023 Barbaresco from Prunotto. Full-bodied and showing intensity, the elegantly structured palate features succulent Morello cherry, star anise, and bitter orange alongside taut, fine-grained tannins and tangy acidity. Salty finish. (KO)

Bid on this 4-bottle lot of 1998 Bruno Giacosa Barbaresco. Bruno Giacosa joined his family's winery at the tender age of 15, so this wine was made under his watch. Monica Larner writes in Wine Advocate: "A legendary figure in a land of legendary wines, Bruno Giacosa, passed away in Alba on January 22, 2018, with his daughters Marina and Bruna at his side. He was 88. Following a stroke in 2006, Giacosa had slowly retreated from the spotlight. His daughter Bruna has managed the eponymous winery and vineyard these past years. ... Bruno Giacosa will be remembered for his keen ability to recognize the best growing sites for Nebbiolo, Barbera and the other great grapes of Piedmont. He had an encyclopedic knowledge of the cru sites of his beloved Langhe." (06/2018)

Bid on this bottle of 1981 Gaja Barbaresco (90WS). Wine Spectator: "No tasting note given." (09/1989)

The 2020 Barbaresco Montefico Vecchie Viti is one of the most reticent wines in this range. Then again, we are talking about Montefico. Strong savory and mineral notes take center stage. Mint, sweet pipe tobacco and sage open first, while fruit remains in the background. Driving yet fine-grained tannins shape the mid-palate and finish. This is such a striking wine. Classic Montefico all way. Chalk, dried herbs, dried flowers and a hint of earthiness build into the delineated, saline-drenched finish. Superb. (AG)

Riserva is a stunning, generous wine, with great aromas and layers of delicious flavors including succulent raspberry, Morello cherry, star anise and blood orange. While it’s already immensely enjoyable, it also has a long life ahead. (KO)

New leather, forest floor, prune and spice aromas form the nose. The full-bodied palate offers dried cherry, truffle, blood orange, black tea and nutmeg alongside firm, fine-grained tannins that give the finish grip. (KO)

The Fabio Gea "Notu Seguiva Le Gocce d'Acqua" Barbaresco is a rare and captivating expression of Barbaresco from the innovative winemaker Fabio Gea, known for his natural and minimal-intervention approach to winemaking. Based in the Langhe region of Piedmont, Gea crafts wines that reflect the essence of their terroir, allowing the grapes and the land to speak for themselves. The poetic name, translating to "Notu followed the drops of water," reflects his deep connection to nature and the patient craftsmanship behind his wines. This Barbaresco is a beautiful representation of Nebbiolo in its most elegant form, offering classic aromas of rose petals, red cherries, and dried herbs, along with hints of earth, spices, and a touch of mineral complexity. On the palate, the wine is refined and structured, with fine tannins, vibrant acidity, and a long, layered finish. The balance of fruit, floral notes, and earthiness is a testament to Gea's skill in allowing the vineyard's character to shine through with minimal manipulation. Notu Seguiva Le Gocce d'Acqua Barbaresco is a stunning example of how Fabio Gea approaches winemaking with respect for tradition and a touch of modern creativity. It is a must-try for enthusiasts of natural wines and lovers of expressive, terroir-driven Barbaresco that captures the true spirit of the Langhe.

The estate makes two single-site bottlings from the neighbouring MGAs of Rabajà and Rabajà-Bas. Trying them side by side is a fascinating lesson in Barbaresco’s complex terroir. Slightly higher and southwest-facing, rather than fully west, Rabajà demonstrates a notch up in finesse and vibrancy – even in 2022. Aromas of sage, damp earth and brushwood carry over to the cranberry and redcurrant palate, demonstrating lovely flow and balance. This doesn’t have the richness or structural matrix of the greatest vintages, but it is a juicy and pretty edition. (MM)

Violet, dark spice, menthol and forest berry aromas come to the forefront on the exhilarating Roagna 2021 Pajè VV. Classy and vibrant, the palate dazzles with depth and energy, delivering ripe raspberry, red cherry, crushed mint, baking spice and tobacco before a salty finish. Combing structure and a pristine quality, it's buoyed by energy and firm, polished tannins. (KO)

Luca and Alfredo Roagna crushed this vintage and their 2021 Barbaresco Montefico VV is yet another phenomenal showing. Structured and pulsating with energy, the vibrant, savory palate delivers Marasca cherry, rhubarb, eucalyptus, cake spice and orange zest underpinned by earthy truffle notes that lend depth. Firm, elegant tannins provide support while a salty note lingers on the long finish.(KO)

Intense aromas of oyster shell and dark fruit, such as black cherries and blackberries, together with some black olives, dark mushrooms and just a touch of clove. It’s medium- to full-bodied with linear and long tannins and a powerful finish. Yet, it’s polished and refined at the same time. Needs time to open, but there’s so much going on here. March 2025 release. Drink after 2028. (JS)

The 2019 Barbaresco Riserva Rose delle Casasse is fabulous. Rich and ample in feel, the 2019 is seriously impressive. There is a feeling of breadth that is palpable. Dark red/purplish fruit, rose petal, blood orange and spice blossom with a bit of coaxing. Readers can drink the 2019 now or cellar it. Time in the glass brings out the wine's inner perfume. This finishes with notable substance and explosive resonance. (AG)

So perfumed and floral with bright black cherries and citrus, following through to a full-bodied yet very tight and intense palate. Compact and beautiful. Slightly austere at the end. This needs time to open and soften. Try after 2023. (AF)

Gorgeous perfumes of flowers and dark fruit with orange peel. Full-bodied with plenty of fruit and firm and integrated tannins. Thick silky texture. Fresh in the finish. It goes on for minutes. Available in 2025. Best after 2029.

The 2020 Barbaresco Montefico Vigna Bric Mentina is a very pretty wine that captures all the magic of this great site, but without all of the explosive tension of the very best years. I doubt that will matter much to most consumers, though. A beguiling mix of macerated cherry, rose petal, dried leaves and spice builds into vibrant, salivating finish. In 2020, the Montefico is perhaps just a touch slender, but it makes up for that with its superb energy. (AG)

Bid on this bottle of 2000 Bruno Giacosa "Asili" Barbaresco Riserva (98JS, 98RP, 98WS, 97ST, 96VN). Wine Advocate: "The 2000 Barbaresco Riserva Asili is as it always has been; impeccably refined, nuanced and silky from start to finish. I have tasted (or drunk!) this wine at least a dozen times since it was first released. The bouquet shows the faintest signs of positive development while the fruit remains vibrant and beautifully articulated. I don’t see the 2000 Asili Riserva being one of the longest lived Red Labels, but it is unquestionably striking in its beauty. (AG)" (05/2011)

Bid on this bottle of 1982 Gaja Barbaresco (95DC, 95JD, 94VN, 93WS). Jeb Dunnuck: "While working on this report, I had lunch with Gaia Gaja while she was visiting Denver, Colorado, and she brought a bottle of 1982 Barbaresco. Showing how beautifully these wines age, this gorgeous Barbaresco was still ruby to the rim and offers a classic, mature bouquet of dried cherries, leafy herbs, tobacco, and spice. Medium-bodied, seamless, and elegant, yet still packed with sweet fruit, it’s glorious Barbaresco drinking at point. It should have no issues keeping for another decade, but there’s no need to delay gratification." (03/2018)

Bid on this 6-bottle lot of 2020 Produttori del Barbaresco "Pora" Barbaresco Riserva (94JD, 94WS, 93DC, 93RP, 93VN). Wine Spectator: "Balsamic flavors of eucalyptus and menthol introduce this fluid, cherry- and blackberry-flavored red. Turns more fruity with air, offering a fleshy texture and accents of earth, tar and licorice on the lingering finish. Shows fine balance, with adequate tannins to develop over the short to medium term. (BS)" (10/2025)

Bid on this 6-bottle lot of 2020 Produttori del Barbaresco "Muncagota" Barbaresco Riserva (96JD, 95KO, 95WS, 94RP, 94VN). Jeb Dunnuck: "Coming from a southeast-facing exposure with a cooler climate, the 2020 Barbaresco Riserva Muncagota is a bit lighter by comparison and has more lift aromatically as well, with notes of rosemary, mint, redcurrants, and dried earth. It has a more linear feel and captures a wonderful, refreshing energy, with finer but defined tannins and ripe citrus and apricot on the long finish. I think this is going to be one to watch and could potentially exceed the rest of the wines in the range thus far. (AF) 96+" (05/2025)

Year after year, the Roagna Barbaresco Pajè shines with class and remarkable structure and the 2021 doesn't disappoint, starting with its aromas of eucalyptus, lavender, rosemary and red fruit. While it's still youthfully austere, the savory palate features ripe Morello cherry, raspberry compote, blood orange, almond, star anise, almond and flinty mineral before closing on white pepper and a salty note. Firm tannins provide the backbone. (KO)