News @ Vinmonopolet
It’s officially Spring, which means that the newest vintage is making its way to stores. Norway, mark your calendars for May 8th!
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Wines under 300kr
Currently one of the best buys at Vinmonopolet. Dolcetto’s are few and far between in Norway, but this one made it!
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Barbera – My Favorites
I was recently asked about barbera, and if I had a favorite. This is a tough question to answer.
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Wines for Valentine’s Day
Valentine’s Day is coming up, and you might be on the hunt for a wine. Here are some suggestions!
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Have you ever heard of the grape Pelaverga?
Burlotto Pelaverga Pelaverga is a very special grape that is indigenous to Verduno in Piemonte. There are not that many winemakers that make wine with the pelaverga grape (I don’t think I have tried any other pelaverga wines) but I really like the one Burlotto makes. Wine: Pelaverga Producer: Burlotto Region/Appellation: Piemonte, Italy Grape varieties: pelaverga Vintage: 2014 Eye: light,…
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Nebbiolo @ Vinmonopolet
Trediberri Nebbiolo 190,- Azelia Nebbiolo 199,- Alessandro Veglio Nebbiolo 250,- Vietti Perbacco Nebbiolo 250,- Cavallotto Nebbiolo 260,- Burlotto Nebbiolo 265,- Altare Nebbiolo 285,-
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Wine of the Week
Burlotto Barolo Cannubi 2011 Wine: Barolo Cannubi Producer: Burlotto Region/Appellation: Piemonte, Italy Grape varieties: nebbiolo Vintage: 2011 Eye: deep, dark red Nose: roses, grass, berries, leather Mouth: cherries. anise, pepper Price Point: $70 Available at Vinmonopolet: no Available at Systembolaget: no
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Barbera @ Vinmonopolet
Looking for a good barbera? Here are a few that are available at Vinmonopolet. Note: many of them you have to order. Alessandro Veglio Barbera 209,- Fratelli Revello Barbera 217,- Burlotto Barbera 254,- Cigliuti Barbera 256,- Chiara Boschis Barbera 271,- Elio Altare Barbera 285,- Bruno Giacosa Barbera 289,-
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Burlotto – A treasure in Verduno
Burlotto – The Palm Tree King (and winemaker of course) Not only does Burlotto grow palm trees, he also makes excellent wines! In a beautiful house in Verduno, you will find a winemaker of the ages (and his 2 beautiful dogs). I am known for my love of La Morra but I will happily visit…
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Signor Toni’s Wine of The Week
More like Wine of the Month Burlotto Aves: Toni’s new obssession. And honestly, can you blame him? Burlotto has been a favorite for quite some time, but for some reasone the Aves 2016 has really impressed Toni (an myself). When you drink it you think that this is how a barbera should taste. Burlotto Aves 2016…
