Category Archives: Langhe

2010 Prunotto Occhetti Nebbiolo d’Alba

Posted on January 23, 2014 by Jeremy Pringle

Such a huge difference between 2009 and 2010 vintages in Piedmont, the heatwave of the former year producing sweeter, broader shouldered wines while the 2010s I’ve seen possess a delicacy of perfume and body which I find most appealing. This … Continue reading →

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2009 Mirafiore Langhe Nebbiolo

Posted on January 16, 2014 by Jeremy Pringle

From a hot year, though not to the extent of 2003. It’s quite forward and has more fruit sweetness. The structure is also less foreboding. Sure it’s not a great Nebbiolo but it does more than scratch an itch and … Continue reading →

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2012 Maretti Langhe Rosso

Posted on September 10, 2013 by Jeremy Pringle

A blend of 70% Barbera and 30% Nebbiolo, imported by Fourth Wave Wine. It’s leathery, slightly gamey, savoury and entirely worth your while. Red cherries, fennel seeds and sage with plums laying down the bass line. Has a little rose … Continue reading →

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2007 La Vendetta Barbera Nebbiolo

Posted on March 24, 2011 by Jeremy Pringle

Italy, Langhe 13.5% Screwcap $18.99 Really good wine here, love the idea of being able to buy something like this and get change from a twenty. Black cherry, purple flowers, tar, dark chocolate, anise and leather. It’s juicy but soft … Continue reading →

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