We have been singing the praises of our friend and colleague, Renato Vacca at Cantina del Pino in Barbaresco for nearly a decade. A truly gifted winemaker, Renato makes magnificent examples of Barbaresco, balancing tradition with a modern sensibility that is true to the terroir and the noble nebbiolo varietal.

"The estate’s 2006 Barbaresco Albesani is rich, round and enveloping. There is wonderful richness to dark red fruit that comes through in spades in this generous, radiant Barbaresco. Spices, dried flowers and roses add complexity on the ample, broad shouldered finish. The intensity of the fruit from this south-facing vineyard covers the tannins nicely, but with time the wine’s power becomes more evident. This is another gem from proprietor Renato Vacca. Anticipated maturity: 2014-2026. 94 pts." -- Antonio Galloni, Wine Advocate

"Readers who haven’t discovered Cantina del Pino yet owe it to themselves to do so. Proprietor Renato Vacca is making some of the most compelling wines in Piedmont today.  Vacca is one of the most promising producers among the younger generation in Barbaresco."- A. Galloni, Wine Advocate