We have been extremely vocal over the years about our love for the wines of Alto Piemonte; there is simply something magical about Nebbiolo grown in these sub-alpine zones on volcanic soil.  While there are many producers we rave about, Le Piane Boca always ranks at the top of our list. Le Piane’s estate is formed by a host of parcels spread over ~4ha pieced together by Christoph Kuenzli beginning in the 1990’s. Kuenzli established one of the few trailblazing estates that kept up the wine making traditions in the area after decades of decline, and he has been a major contributor to the area’s dynamic rebirth we are all witnessing now.

He has always favored traditional Piemontese winemaking in his cellar - a blend of Nebbiolo and the local grape Vespolina are fermented naturally in open steel & large wood vats for about 30 days and aged in large older Slavonian oak for 3 years. Silky and supple with effusive fruit, there is great nuance and potential in his Boca that is utterly alluring. Much more than merely a less expensive alternative to Barolo, Le Piane’s Boca stands as one of the most dynamic wines in all of Piedmont. In the words of Vinous critic Antonio Galloni “Le Piane Boca is one of the great wines of Italy” – and we could not agree more. The combination of fabulous terroir, great weather throughout the vintage, and 30 years of experience in the cellar are certain to make this a classic wine. Just like 2018 Beaujolais and 2017 White Burgundy, when we see an opportunity to stock up on an exceptional vintage we do so with gusto! You do not want to miss this one!
 

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