ITALY
Join us for a fantastic Italian tasting. Joe start with one beautiful Marche Bianco. And then we get to take a tiny tour thhrough THE three classic reds from Piedmont! A side by side tasting of the iconic trio of Asti Barbera, Dogliani Dolcetto, and Barolo Nebbiolo!
@ Humble Vine
Wednesday, Jan 28
HOURS: 2-8 PM
Wine Tasting: $25
Umani Ronchi, Verdicchio di Castelli di Jesi Classico Marche, Italy $22
Now THIS is an ancient wine. This area was named the Castles of Jesus around the 1100’s refering to the numerous medieval fortified hilltop villages that surround the central town of Jesi. Grape seeds were discovered in tombs in this area, and were dated to 7th century BCE! Later analysis proved the seeds to be Verdicchio! Umani Ronchi made this one from the popular Montecarotto vineyard. Crisp with notes of green apple, peach stones and a touch of soft jasmine. The palate is firm with pear, sage and a touch of citrus tension.
Vietti, Barbera d'Asti “Trevie” Piedmont, Italy $24
Tre Vigne refers to fruit sourced from three amazing Barbera vineyards in the Asti zone of Piedmont. Classic aromas of sour cherry, ripe red berries, spice and a touch of vanilla. Medium‑bodied, dry, and and zippy, with soft tannins and a berry driven finish. Not all Barbera is aged in oak, but this one is 100% Barbera aged about a year in a mix of steel, oak barriques and larger oak barrels.
Marziano, Dogliani Dolcetto Piedmont, Italy $34
Dolcetto has deep roots in the Dogliani (doh-lee-ah-nee) hills, documented since the late 1500s. Granted DOC in 1974. Dogliani, near Alba, is now known for its bold, aromatic Dolcetto. We find this one with intense purple color and body. Bold with a kinda, Pew Pew Pew… (finger guns). High structured palate with notes of black cherry, plum, and berries, and firm tannins. Known for its longevity and developing a velvety texture. Real fun.
Damilano, Barolo Lecinquevigne Piedmont, Italy $45
Yowza! The big one! Barolo: the town that built a throne for Nebbiolo and guarded its winemaking secrets for centuries. Known as the king of wines and the wine of kings, Barolo has long demanded patience—traditionally, you didn’t drink your Barolo, you aged it for 10, 20, even 50 years before it truly came alive. But today’s modern winemakers are breaking with history, crafting Barolos meant to shine in their own generation—ready to enjoy while the ink on the label is still fresh. Lecinquevigne : blending fruit from five vineyard sites around Barolo. Serious structure with classic tar and rose aromatics, bright acidity and polish. Dried cherry and red berry, rose petals, violet, tar, leather, tobacco, plus earthy and mineral notes. Finshes with an exhale of licorice, mint, balsamic, and irony hints.
