Burlotto Barolo Neirane 1995
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1995
| Avg. Rating: | 93.0/100 (1 Review) |
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| Winery: | G.B. Burlotto |
| Vintage: | 1995 |
| Varietal: | Nebbiolo |
| Country: | Italy |
| Region: | Piedmont |
| Appellation: | |
| Retail Price: |  44.95 USD |
| Created by: | Brad Maestas |
| Purchase: | Buy this wine › |
From IWM: "This historic estate, located in the commune of Verduno in the Barolo DOCG, was established by Giovan Battista Burlotto, il Commendatore, in the mid-18th century, during which time it earned the distinguished titles of “Supplier to the Savoy Royal Household” and “The Only Supplier to the Duke of Abruzzi’s Artic Expedition to the North Pole.” Burlotto distinguished himself by introducing the practice of selling bottled wine bearing his estate’s name (in the manner of French châteaux) at a time when it was customary practice to sell wine in cask. It is speculated that the Savoy court’s regard for the wines of Verduno enabled such formidable innovation, though Burlotto’s wines were lauded on the international scene as well. The estate is comprised of 30 acres, 24 of which are situated in the commune of Verduno, the site of the famous Monvigliero cru, which is noted for its wholly southfacing position and soil of white marl. Burlotto’s Monvigliero bottling is the estate’s signature wine; in fact, Burlotto sourced his Nebbiolo almost exclusively from this cru. Of the remaining six acres, 3 ½ are located in Barolo’s famed Cannubi Vineyard (with the other 2 ½ belonging to the Roddi commune). The Cannubi Vineyard enjoyed prestige prior to the production of Barolo and its positioning, in the manner of a Burgundy grand cru, has never been diminished. In fact, it is widely regarded as Barolo’s premier vineyard, yielding fruit that realizes outstanding qualitative consistency. Of particular interest is the fact that the Langhe’s oldest bottling is labeled ‘Cannubi 1752.’ The estate’s other Barolos, Annata, Acclivi, and Neirane, represent multisource bottlings. Burlotto bequeathed the estate to his son, Francesco, who assumed control in 1927 following his father’s death. Francesco took a special interest in the Pelaverga Piccolo variety, which he believed found its perfect complement in Verduno’s terroir; he is essentially credited with having reintroduced its cultivation. The estate remains family-owned and is currently under the direction of Burlotto’s great-niece, Mariana Burlotto, and her husband, Giuseppe Alessandria. While their son, Fabio, has introduced modern techniques, they have served to enhance the qualitative achievement of this estate’s traditionally oriented wines. In addition to the aforementioned Barolos, the winery produces Dolcetto, Barbera, and several wines under the Langhe DOC appellation."
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Burlotto Barolo Neirane 1995
(8 months ago)
bradm
93.0/100
The most complex and sophisticated wine I've ever tasted. Musty, old socks and barnyard smells with an astounding palate of smokey game and dark fruits. Multiple layers are detectable in all facets of the wine. Stout but well-balanced with an incredible finish.
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