currently 158,990 Wines and 24,645 Producers, including 2,773 classified producers.
Deep and quite firm, multi-layered, somewhat warm aroma of predominantly red berries with leathery, nutty, earthy and spicy notes, some tar and tobacco. Ripe, somewhat developed, tart fruit, nutty, leathery and peppery aromas, some bite and present, fine sandy tannin, dense and persistent on the palate, good depth, nutty tones, a touch of tar and cedary nuances, a little dried-floral, lots of grip, has power and warmth, very good to long, firm, complex finish.
Italy is one of the oldest wine-growing countries, with origins dating back at least to 1,000 BC. At that time, the Etruscans appeared in central Italy and settled...
Name for the hilly landscape north and south of the city of Alba (province of Cuneo) in the Piedmont region, which is also romantically referred to as the "heart of Piedmont". It lies...
The region of Piedmont (Italian: Piemonte) with its capital Turin is located in the extreme northwest of Italy. With over 25,000 km² of land area, it is the second largest after...
|
100 WP uniqueWines that can only be made differently, but not better. |
|
95-99 WP greatWorld-class wines whose depth, complexity, character and expressiveness give an unforgettable, sensual experience. |
90-94 WP excellentFirst class wines that are among the best of their kind. They are characterized by purity, harmony, depth and character. |
|
|
85-89 WP very goodRemarkable wines with personality, expression, as well as a certain complexity and depth. They deserve every wine lover's attention. |
|
80-84 WP goodClean, harmonious, at best typical wines. |
75-79 WP passable |
|
70-74 WP schwach |
|
60-69 WP insufficient |
|
50-59 WP unacceptable |