Burlotto is one of the oldest producers of Barolo. Today Fabio Allessandria, is
the winemaker.
Pelaverga is an old, grape variety, and a rare grape variety as well. The Burlotto family has grown the grape since the1800's. The pelaverga grape is know to make lightly sparkling, strawberry flavored wines.
The Pelaverga 2013 has a cherry red color and the aromas include cherries, notes of bourbon, and even hints of white pepper. The wine is dry, but fruity, medium bodied and rich.
You can visit the Burlotto website to learn more about their wines.
If you are ever in NYC, check out Lupa in Greenwich Village on Thompson street.
Lupa is one of Mario Batali's restaurants, one tier above Otto and one tier below Babbo.Mr. Batali openened Lupa in 1999 with Joseph Bastianich, Mark Ladner and Jason Denton.
Just make sure you book a table, they fill up quickly. You can drop by, they have a few tables available for walk-ins, but reservations are recommended.
The food, mainly Roman, is superb, wine list wonderful and staff exceptional. You can look at their Wine List.
I have been going to Lupa for years, and will keep going. My usual dinner consists of assorted meats for an antipasti, Bucatini al'amatriciana as a main course, and cheese for dessert. I usually also go for the Ettore Germano Herzu, one of my favorites.
Check out their website here.
Cheers!
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