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Of academic interest only for me, John but interesting nonetheless. I might search for a 25 y.o. Gaja but it is likely, even if I could source one, to be way outside my budget. I have some '13 and '18 Barbarescos (but not Gaja, alas) which will have to do the job.

What an excellently created video about one of Italy’s most revered producers! As a wine enthusiast with a deep appreciation for this winery’s history and relentless quest for excellence, I found your presentation exceptionally informative, insightful, engaging, and authoritative. Your explanation of Gaja's innovations in Barbaresco production clearly shows your audience this producer’s commitment to unparalleled quality as well as their crucial role in elevating the region’s wines to global recognition. (Comment to be continued.😁)

I had the chance to get Sorí Tildin and San Lorenzo 2004 for a really good price (below 200$) and I am sad that even their Barbaresco is now more expensive then these aged premium versions.

Would you go for 2020 Clos des Papes or 2020 Chateau Beaucastel

I've got a question Master. Could you explain the wonderful glass which was on the foto of the Barolo 2008, Fossati Case Nere Reserva 10 anni? Which brand is that glass and is it a Burgundy glass? I like that wonderful glasses, not only for their style. Much more fore their Elegance and I'm quite sure that the experience of the aromas as well is very good isn't it?

Hi John, out of interest, in your view what is a reasonable drinking window for the 2019 Produttori? I had a bottle recently but found the fruit hiding and wondered if it's just too young.

Love the video and have purchased many of the wines. Just as a heads up Pichon Lalande is great at the price as well

Don’t ever lower your standards to espouse only the finest of the finest. Just watching your videos makes me feel as if I’m escaping to a magical place, even if I might not be able to afford to try all of these treasures myself.

Produttori is one of the best QPR in the wine world. Also strangely it’s the same price in Canada vs the USA which is hardly ever the case!

Great stuf, love the extra information on the region. I picked up some much. I was fortunate to visit the region last summer. Visiting Produttori del Barbaresco and staying in the beautifull city of Alba. 1 Barbaresco that suprised me during a dinner at Lalibera (big tip to visit) was the 2019 Piazzo Barbaresco from the single vinyard plot of Pajoré(Treiso). I was blown away by this wine and was able to buy a case back home. Its stil ripening in my cellar and i hope it will taste just as good as that night at the restaurant.

As always, a very thorough and illuminating look into Barbaresco!🤌🤌 A slight tangent for one of your favorite 4 productors in Bruno Giacosa: How do you like their Roero Arneis?

Tried to leave a comment about my trip to Barolo and Barbaresco last July and that Gaja was the highlight with private tasting and tour for over 3h. Others including Marchesi Di Gresy, Marcarini, and Vietti. Dinner at Campamac in Barbaresco was great as well.

Great video yet again! At 20:56 that Gaja looks orange. Also, I use the Produttori and Ratti as cellar defenders against single vineyard Barolo's and the Barbaresco Reservas.

Was very cool meeting you towards the end of the Suckling event in NY, aging a few of these myself 👍 Have a great weekend!

One of your best episodes. I have already watched it twice. Thank you. 🍷

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You didn’t mention 2018. I bought a few bottles of '18, mainly from Produttori del Barbaresco, because it is a fruit-forward vintage. The one bottle I have drunk so far is pretty well drinking well now. I'll open those before I tackle my '13s, '15s, '16s, and '19s. Again, a French weekend for us: Pouilly Fume this evening with the porc aux pruneaux, and a 2010 claret with the roast beef tomorrow. Thanks, again, John.

Love your videos John! I don't miss a one of them. I feel like a long lost brother at times such as with Barbares co. I have enjoyed Gaja, Bruno, and Produttori. And at the price standpoint Produttori is always a must grab! As with most wines i wish i would have started my collection a bit earlier as i have many Bruno's & Gaja's 2011,13,15, 16's still a waiting for enjoyment. I have had a few earlier vintages and everyone of them have hit it out of the park. I have never tried the Casina delle rose but i am going to search and i am certain i will enjoy! Thanks again John!!! Always enjoy your wine. No sense in drinking unless you are enjoying!😊

One quick clarification. The Cascina delle Rose vineyard total is just for Barbaresco. They have 5.5 ha total, 1.65 of which is in the Barbaresco DOCG.

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Thank you so much for the pin, John! Sincerely appreciate it!

What an enlightening overview! Your detailed discussion of the Barbaresco wine region is both informative and captivating, besides being so insightful and interesting. I appreciate the way you highlighted and explained the distinct qualities of top Barbaresco producers Gaja, Bruno Giacosa, Produttori del Barbaresco, and Cascina delle Rose. This video will surely prove valuable for wine enthusiasts of all levels, whether they are novice wine lovers or seasoned wine connoisseurs. I definitely think it’s a must-watch for anyone who wants to deepen their knowledge and understanding of Barbaresco. Certainly an indispensable and authoritative reference material for those who are planning to start a Barbaresco wine collection. Thank you for making this excellent video-superb in so many aspects! Cheers, John!

Great video! Definitely gave me some options to consider. I enjoy Barolo, but I find myself enjoying Barbaresco as much or more much of the time. Perhaps because it’s a little more forgiving, and a better value at its price points as you mentioned. Completely agree with the flagship Produttori as one of the greatest values in the world, at least when I could find it for $35 a few years ago. I’ve shared these wines with several friends who really took to it. One in particular visited every local wine shop and bought all he could before I had bought what I had hoped to obtain! I guess the moral of the story is get what you want before letting the secret out? Or maybe a better lesson would be to tap the knowledge of friends’ to find new favorites. I’ll try to be optimistic and go with the latter!

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Thank you for this helpful information and for all your content. I'm planning on doing Level 4 here in NYC, and I'd like to combine it with wine travel so that I could get a more hands-on approach to what I'm studying, a sort of experiential learning. Would you recommend I do that before the Wines of the World D3 section?

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Up in the Finger Lakes recently I went with a Cabernet Franc by N. Kendall that the owner of a local bottle shop up there recommended. I had thought that a cool climate region would only have good whites. But then I ended up being impressed with that one. Apparently they say some wineries on the eastern end of the lakes get more sun and moderating breezes.

Fantastic recommendations...love your channel and recs. Including chapters with the time stamps would be super helpful if that's easy to do

Amazing!

Loved hearing about Feudi di San Gregorio from Mr. Capaldo as well as his own story! His enthusiasm is infectious! :)

Hi John one more excellent video! Would you prefer a Barolo Massolino or a Barbaresco Produttori Del Barbaresco? I'm about to decide between the two!

Somm Corleone, You Have My Undying Loyalty 😁 Thank You For Another Insightful And Interesting Video. INDIGENOUS AND OBSCURE TWO OF MY FAVORITE WINE DRINKING WORDS. LOVE WHAT YOU DO 🍷 SALUTE 🍷

That's what happens when you don't pay for your shirt, they don't remove the watermarks.

What is your opinion on the Brunello from Banfi?

Great video, love the addition of franciacorta here, perhaps one of the best kept secrets of italy. I personally am in love with the Saten style. Would also like to ring the bell for Amarone wines, so delicious with stews and such. Have 3 of the mentioned wines in my celler, the barbaresco 2019, the Massolino 2019 and the le volte 2018.

Great recommendations on the voerzio barbera and Massolino barolo!

That white and brut sound very interesting. I usually get into the Moscato Asti this time of year with the summer heat. Any suggestions on Moscato Asti labels to look for?

Greetings from Brazil! Another excellent video. Found Insoglio for 260 BRL, equivalent to 50 dollars. Maybe i will give it a try.

Last February for my birthday, our daughter arranged for a wine tasting at Faust Winery in St. Helena. They offered several excellent wines including a Cab blend that I really liked. They are located in an old house high on a hill where St. Clement winery existed previously. A wonderful winery to visit! You can also walk through their grounds within a forested hillside.

Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars also includes grapes from their sister winery, Antinori Family Winery, up the hill from Stag’s Leap along Soda Canyon Road. We know the winemaker at Antinori very well, and she produces some excellent wines there also!

Italy is rapidly becoming a joint favourite wine country - it has always been my favorite country to visit - but I need to get to grips with its white wines. Rizzi is a good producer at reasonable prices for both Barbaresco and Langhe Nebbiolo, imho. Agree about Produttori del Barbaresco and Massolino Barolo. The Val di Suga 2015 Brunello, of which I have five remaining bottles, was my joint wine of the year in 2023 (Massolino, 2011 Barolo was the other). Although I have a half-case of Volpaia 2019 put away, I couldn't resist adding a half-bottle as part of a recently ordered mixed case, just to get a sneak preview later this year. French for me this weekend, though, with a 2016 Gigondas tonight and a 2014 Pouilly Fuisse tomorrow. Thanks again for another enjoyable video.

Enjoyed the 2015 il Poggione reserva yesterday, highly enjoyable, hard to beat at that price point.

Fantastic recommendations. Thank you, sir :)