An under the radar producer, Pelassa may be the greatest Barolo that most people have never heard of! Founded in 1960, the family always made and bottled wine under the Pelassa name, however the Italian market for their Barolo was so strong, the wines never left Italy. It wasn't until sons Daniele and Davide took over operations, that Pelassa began exporting. Being under the radar keeps prices down, which explains why you can get a Tre Bicchieri, Gold Medal Award Winning, 93 Point Barolo for Under $40! Antonio Galloni has called the 2015 vintage "dazzling," creating beautiful, fruit forward wines with lower alcohol levels, bright acidity and early appeal. It's a throwback to when great Barolo tasted like 1er Cru Burgundy, with ripe notes of freshly picked raspberries. Suave and juicy, with ample fruit and well integrated tannins. A lovely Barolo that will drink well today, and for the next 10-15 years.
"This classic Barolo reveals a rich, open-knit fabric with dark fruit tones. The aromas are presented in a broad-brush pattern with sweeping aromas of blackberry, licorice and ferrous earth. This wide-angle view is a commonly found characteristics in Nebbiolo from this warm, dry and sunny vintage. The wine saturates the palate, but the elegant tannins and the grape's natural acidity add a lively kick." The Wine Advocate, 93 Points
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