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THE STORY "Cavallotto Estate has been in the family for five generations and in 1948, the brothers Olivio and Gildo, who were continuing the work of their grandfather Giacomo, their father Giuseppe and their uncle Marcello, became the first people of the area to dedicate themselves to the production and trading of wines. These wines were obtained solely from the grapes of their own vineyards. Olivio's offspring, Laura, Giuseppe, and Alfio continue to produce wine which is made exclusively from the estate's grapes and from the transformation of these they obtain DOC and DOCG: Barolo, Dolcetto d'Alba, Barbera d'Alba, Nebbiolo Langhe, Freisa Langhe, Grignolino Piedmonte, Pinot Langhe, Chardonnay Langhe." "The family claims sole ownership of the beautiful Bricco Boschis cru in the Castiglione Falletto district, where they have been growing Nebbiolo since 1929, and bottling their own wine since 1948. These richly structured wines place emphasis on elegance and longevity, attributable to excellent vineyards in the Bricco Boschis and Vignolo crus and traditional long maturation in large Slovenian oak. Steadfast devotion to tradition combined with a high regard and respect for modern viticultural and vinification techniques result in complex and elegant Baroli that are released for sale only when they have acquired a perfect mature harmony; often the release date falls much later than those of other producers. The Dolcetto and Barbera from the estate are deliciously soft, without the modern flash of many of the others found in this region, and offer great value. Cavallotto claims that the estate would qualify to be certified organic. THE WINES In an interview, which we did after tasting these wines with winemaker Alfio Cavallotto, he gave his impressions and comments about them. With his permission, we have paraphrased his thoughts and comments to share with you. Cavallotto Dolcetto D'alba Bricco Boschis 2007 'Wine for everyday. A DOC, a single vineyard wine Vigna Scot. Perfect with light salamis and antipasti. Great for drinking with tomato based dishes like pizza and pasta because it has a lower acidity and can balance the acidity levels in the dishes.' Alfio Cavallotto, Winemaker/Owner Regular Price: $17.99Sale Price: $14.39 Bottle Size: 750 ml Cavallotto Barbera D'alba Bricco Boschis 2005 'Single vineyard, Vigna del Cucolo's grapes grow on the west side of the vineyard. This is Classic Barbera, aged in large Slovenian oak barrels, same as used for Barolo. Average age of this wine is 24 months in barrel. Not easy to find classic Barbera as it is expensive due to the barrel aging process, and this Barbera is both barrel aged as well as being a single vineyard wine. In the order of Piedmontese wines, Barbera falls in between Dolcetto and Barolo. Great when served with ravioli filled with mushrooms or red meats.' Alfio Cavallotto, Winemaker/Owner Regular Price: $25.99Sale Price: $20.79 Bottle Size: 750 ml Cavallotto Nebbiolo Langhe Bricco Boschis 2007 'Grapes come from the Barolo zone, and is actually declassified Barolo. Only in vintages where the grapes don't meet Barolo standards, the same juice becomes declassified as Nebbiolo, Langhe. Grapes from younger vines are used in this wine as well.' Regular Price: $19.99Sale Price: $15.99 Bottle Size: 750 ml Cavallotto Barolo Bricco Boschis 2004 Made from three vineyards in the Bricco Boschis Cru. This is the 'most important wine for them, producing approximately 24,000 bottles each vintage.' This is their signature bottling. Classic, long maceration, long aging in Slovenian barrels for three years and six months. Pairs well with red meats and aged cheeses such as Parmigiano Reggiano, and elegant and lighter courses like grilled seafood: prawns and lobster. The vineyard soil is clay and sand as well as layers of both. This produces 'aromatics, which are more floral and open." Alfio Cavallotto, Winemaker/Owner The 2004 Barolo Bricco Boschis tastes just like it did from barrel, which is to say sweet, layered and totally irresistible. The ripe red fruit is incredibly primary, and this wine is years away from offering its finest drinking, but it is already very impressive at this stage. This is an especially refined, elegant vintage for this wine, and I can only say that I await the Riservas with eager anticipation. - Wine Advocate Wine Advocate: 93 Regular Price: $59.99Sale Price: $47.99 Bottle Size: 750 ml Cavallotto Barolo Riserva Vignolo 2001 'Another Cru, another family monopole.' Soil different than in the Boschis Cru. Clay soil, which retains water, and in summer it is very dry, so this soil is good for the vines. Aromatic is more fruity and less floral. 5- 6 yrs of aging in Slovenian oak. These are old vines, which are approximately 50 or more years of age. Alfio Cavallotto, Winemaker/Owner "The 2001 Barolo Riserva Vignolo is a terrific effort. This elegant, refined wine presents expressive, perfumed aromatics and sweet red fruit, with notable persistence and delineation on the palate. It is a finessed, superbly poised Barolo that will benefit from another few years of bottle age to soften the tannins, even if it is surprisingly accessible as well as irresistible today. 92/Anticipated maturity: 2011-2021." - Wine Advocate Wine Advocate :92 Regular Price: $89.99Sale Price: $71.99 Bottle Size: 750 ml Cavallotto Barolo Riserva San Giuseppe 2001 Particular selection of grapes exclusively from old vines. Average age of vines is 50 years old, with some being more than 70 years old. Grapes are sourced from the best part of the Bricco Boschis Cru. These are their oldest vines. This is an important wine for them. Very limited production, only 13,330 750ml bottles a year produced. Limited quantities of magnums and double magnums are available. In every vintage a portion of the grapes from this vineyard go into the Bricco Boschis Barolo. Alfio Cavallotto, Winemaker/Owner The 2001 Barolo Riserva Bricco Boschis Vigna San Giuseppe is captivating. Made in a dark, brooding style, it reveals a deeply layered personality that marries richness to depth, with generous tar, smoke, menthol, spices and sweet black cherries. As expected, it comes across as much more powerful and structured than the 2001 Vignolo tasted alongside it. Still an infant, the 2001 Vigna San Giuseppe is a wine to buy and forget about for several years if not considerably longer. It may very well be the finest Barolo Cavallotto has ever made, and it is not to be missed. Anticipated maturity: 2013-2026. - Wine Advocate Wine Advocate: 95 Regular Price: $89.99Sale Price: $71.99 Bottle Size: 750 ml SUPER SIP SATURDAYS JOIN US THIS SATURDAY FROM 1-4PM TRY AND BUY AT THESE SPECIAL PRICES Grey Stack Sauvignon Blanc 2008 REG: $34.99 SALE $24.99 & Kamen Cabernet Sauvignon, 2005 REG: $84.99 SALE $64.99 MUST WINE CHOCOLATES WILL BE TASTED AS WELL

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