BAROLO WINE CLUB CHRISTMAS PAIRINGS
A curated selection of the best bottles from this year’s shipments — and what to enjoy them with this holiday season.
The holidays are the moment when wine finally gets the spotlight it deserves. Below, I’ve highlighted the top wines from your recent club shipments that shine especially bright at Christmas — paired with dishes that make them sing.
1. ROSARETTO BAROLO PARUSSI 2013/2014
Best with:
- Roast Beef
- Prime Rib
A stunning mature Barolo with tertiary depth goes well with the important meat dishes at the end of the meal when you want just 1 or 2 final glasses.
2. STEFANO MARENGO BAROLO 2021
Best with:
- Lamb shoulder
- Mashed potatoes with gravy
Elegant, easy yet full and round great for wintery hearty dishes on the table.
3. MANUEL MARINACCI BARBARESCO ROCCHE MASSALUPO
Best with:
- Agnolotti del Plin/Ravioli with butter sage sauce
- Glazed Ham
Silky, perfumed and energetic that goes well with lighter main dishes
4. ROBERTO CROSIO NEBBIOLO CANAVESE/BACHER LANGHE NEBBIOLO
Best with:
- Stuffed Pasta
- Roast turkey with gravy
Great for guests who appreciate light and refreshing Nebbiolo red fruit without the full structure of Barolo
5. CAVALLOTTO or VAIRA AURELJ BARBERA d’ALBA
Best with:
- Mac ‘n Cheese
- Sausage stuffing
- Charcuterie boards
A high-acid, juicy Christmas hero. Barbera refreshes the palate and pairs with almost everything at a festive table.
6. AZ.AGRICOLA RONCHI ARNEIS
Best:
- Goat cheese crostini
- Roasted Fennel
- Roasted pumpkin or yams
A structured mineral white that fits beautifully into a Christmas meal
7. BORGO MARAGLIANO PET NAT (Sparkling Pinot Noir)
Best With:
- Panettone or brunch wine
- Fried appetizers
8. BORGO MARAGLIANO DOGMA ALTA LANGA
Best With:
- Holiday toast or protein based appetizers like salmon or deviled eggs
- Spinach or artichoke dips
