Casalcomignoli Barbaresco 2017

Discover a true Barbaresco gem at an unbelievable price. While collectible Gajas command $300+, and sub-$50 Barbarescos are virtually nonexistent, we've secured a limited allocation of the exceptional 2017 Casalcomignoli by Carlin de Paolo—a wine of remarkable complexity and nuance from the producer behind our #1 Piedmontese wine of all time.

This Barbaresco showcases the region's legendary aromatics with enticing notes of smashed red cherries, rose petals, orange peel, and dusty minerality. The palate delivers a core of vibrant red fruit complemented by supporting notes of tan tobacco, resinous herbs, dried mint, and licorice. The wine's refined structure features beautifully integrated, fine tannins that provide the perfect foundation.

Crafted by four dedicated brothers—Giancarlo, Davide, Lorenzo, and Paolo—this wine represents modern Nebbiolo at its finest, balancing traditional vineyard methods with innovative cellar techniques. Sourced from 40-year-old vines growing at 1000-1200 feet elevation in the dramatic hills around Cuneo and Treiso, the grapes undergo slow maceration for 25-30 days in temperature-controlled tanks before aging for 22 months in large French oak barrels.

Unlike most Barbarescos that require extensive cellaring, this wine is drinking beautifully now while offering aging potential through the early 2030s. Medium ruby in color with crimson and garnet highlights, it delivers astonishing complexity for its price point, with a distinctive mineral character that persists from start to finish—offering the detailed Nebbiolo structure that wine lovers cherish.

James Suckling awarded this outstanding value 91 points, noting: "Aromas of loganberries and cedar follow through to a medium-bodied palate with fine, lightly chewy tannins."

Details:

• Rating: 91 Points
• Alcohol: 13.0%
• Vintage: 2017
• Varietal: 100% Nebbiolo
• Region: Barbaresco, Piedmont, Italy
• Aging: 22 months in large French oak barrels
• Drinking Window: Now through 2033