6 Bottles Alessandro e Gian Natale Fantino Barolo (Cascina Dardi) 2013 750ml

Nebbiolo from Barolo, Piedmont, Italy

Notes from the Winemaker

Barolos from Bussia tend to have deep color and rich fruit and while they don’t lack the classic tannic structure of Nebbiolo from this part of the world, they are not nearly as hard as the Barolos from the southside of Monforte or from Serralunga. This fact does not preclude the Fantino Baroli from aging but makes them delightfully approachable relatively young. The Fantinos are also blessed with some of the oldest vines in the entire Barolo zone, thanks to the fastidious care given to them by Alessandro and Gian Natale. Planted in 1946 and 1947 and pruned in an old style that is very labor intensive, they produce grapes that would be the envy of any Barolista.

Reviews and Accolades

93 Points/Robert Parker Wine Advocate
Here's another smash hit from the Fantino family. The 2013 Barolo Bussia Cascina Dardi is tonic and firm but shows fruity generosity nonetheless. That's that magic of Barolo—that playful "now you see me, now you don't" level of special aromatic intensity. The finish is super silky and smooth, showing impressive tannic integration.

93 Points/Wine & Spirit
This wine’s delicate, translucent cherry color belies its dark fruit flavors and powerful, meaty tannins. Notes of mint, dried fennel and green peppercorn brighten the baked cherry flavors, resonating on the slightly warm finish. Best Buy