by Keith S Wallace | Italian Wine Reviews, Wine Reviews
Barolo is the luxury that no one should do without. In the world of wine, it is like royalty. When a bottle of Barolo is priced under $40, it’s often worth picking up. When it’s under $40 and this good, it’s essential. Michele Chiarlo is one of the... by Keith S Wallace | Wine Reviews
Lange wine review I am always looking for good values for Nebbiolo. The high quality $20 bottle is a rare and wonderful thing. Typically that takes me to the larger Langhe region, plus Gattinara and Roero. The well-known regions of Barolo and Barbareso are rarely... by Keith S Wallace | Wine Reviews
The Cortese winery is located in the coveted Rabaja region of Barbaresco, and produces magnificent bottles from their vineyard. This bottle is the hidden gem of the vineyard: it is sourced from the same vineyards and vinified in the same manner as their much more... by Keith S Wallace | Wine Reviews
A brilliantly crafted Barbaresco. Bric Mentina is an estate bottling from this excellent producer, and pushes me to be a bit more poetic than I can usually muster. This Barbaresco has a Buddha-like simplicity, yet it also holds a rich earthen depth. On the surface,...