Wine prices
| Reference | Vintage / size | Price / bottle | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowest shop price | 1999 / 750ml | ≈ $62.91Original CHF 52.00 | topwines.ch ↗ |
2022 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 14.5%
Grape Varieties 100% Nebbiolo
Classification Barolo D.O.C.G.
Region Ginestra
Orientation Southeast
Sites Ciabot Mentin parcel in Ginestra, Monforte d’Alba
Fermentation Vessels Stainless-steel tanks
Oak Types Slavonian oak; oak of unspecified origin
Production Details The grapes come from southeast-facing slopes at 400–450 m in Ginestra. Fermentation is in stainless steel, followed by 24 months of maturation using 90% 50 hL Slavonian-oak casks and 10% oak barrels.
Tasting Notes Ripe dark plum, violet, sweet spice and mineral aromas; concentrated, deep fruit with substantial smooth tannins; powerful and austere.
Critics Ratings Wine Advocate 95; Decanter 94; James Suckling 96; Jeb Dunnuck 94
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2021 Technical Specifications
Grape Varieties 100% Nebbiolo
Classification Barolo D.O.C.G.
Region Ginestra
Soil Clay
Fermentation Vessels Stainless-steel tanks
Oak Types French oak; Slavonian oak
Serving Temperature 18°C · 64°F
Production Volume 5,500 bottles
Bottles5,500
Production Details Cold fermentation in stainless steel with indigenous or cultured yeast, 15–20 days of skin maceration and malolactic fermentation. Maturation comprises 16 months in French barriques followed by 16 months in large Slavonian botti before bottling.
Tasting Notes Garnet and ruby highlights; red fruit, spice and toasted hazelnut; dark, well-structured palate with depth and power.
Food Pairing Grilled red meats, aged cheeses and truffles
2019 Technical Specifications
Grape Varieties 100% Nebbiolo
Classification Barolo D.O.C.G.
Region Ginestra
Soil Loam, Clay and sand with traces of limestone
Elevation 410.0 meters
Sites Ciabot Mentin vineyard in the Ginestra cru
Vine Age Oldest vines up to 43 years old
Fermentation Vessels Stainless-steel tanks
Oak Details 20% First Fill New Oak
First Fill New Oak20%
Oak Types French oak; Slavonian oak
Production Volume 5,500 bottles
Bottles5,500
Production Details Temperature-controlled fermentation in stainless steel with 15–20 days of skin maceration. Maturation comprises 16 months in French barriques (20% new, 80% neutral) and 16 months in large Slavonian botti before bottling.
Sources: www.dp-selezioni.com ↗ · Compare this vintage
Shop prices
| Reference | Vintage / size | Price / bottle | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shop price | 2010 / 750ml | ≈ $114.94Original CHF 95.00 | topwines.ch ↗ |
| Shop price | 2007 / 750ml | ≈ $160.91Original CHF 133.00 | topwines.ch ↗ |
| Shop price | 2006 / 750ml | ≈ $114.94Original CHF 95.00 | topwines.ch ↗ |
| Shop price | 2003 / 750ml | ≈ $98.00Original CHF 81.00 | topwines.ch ↗ |
| Shop price | 2001 / 750ml | ≈ $118.57Original CHF 98.00 | topwines.ch ↗ |
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Producer Information
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Località Manzoni 22/a, 12065, Monforte d'Alba (CN), Italy