The '1er Cru' (premier cru) designation indicates wines meeting Burgundy's highest standards for this appellation
it embodies regional precision and vibrant freshness
88-hectare monopole in Castiglione Falletto acquired in 1989—home to the winery itself
An elegant Erste Lage Riesling from Austria's Kamptal region
Stainless steel fermentation keeps the wine bright and fresh
Fratelli Alessandria, Barolo, 2016 ALSACEJURASWISSCT0126 The '1er Cru' (premier cru)A benchmark Barolo from a historic Verduno producer, Fratelli Alessandria's 2016 shows the graceful elegance and nervous energy that define the finest expressions of Nebbiolo. From a complex blend of parcels in the commune, it opens with tight red fruit, cassis, and bitter cherry, unfolding toward mint and white pepper. Still youthful and built to evolve for years, this is a remarkable value for serious Barolopure Langhe Nebbiolo at its best.