For this 1981 Cascina La Traversa Barolo, we recommend serving it at 17-19°C (62-66°F). Given its age, a gentle decanting for 60-90 minutes can help it open up and separate sediment. An Ah-So opener is highly recommended for older vintages to protect the fragile cork. This wine is likely in its mature drinking window, offering complex tertiary aromas and flavors.

This Barolo, made from Nebbiolo grapes, typically exhibits a powerful yet elegant style with high tannins and acidity, showcasing notes of tar, roses, cherry, and often truffle. For Asian food pairings, consider rich and savory dishes like braised beef with mushrooms, Peking duck, or even a truffle-infused hot pot, where the wine's structure can stand up to intense flavors.

This bottle features a perfect label (score 10/10) and a perfect capsule (score 10/10). The fill level is very top shoulder (score 6/10), which is considered acceptable for a wine of this age. For home storage, keep the bottle horizontally in a cool, dark place with stable temperature (12-15°C or 54-59°F) and moderate humidity (60-70%) to preserve its quality.

Barolo wines, especially from reputable producers and good vintages like 1981, can have significant investment potential due to their aging capability and demand among collectors. You can find reliable scores and reviews from critics like Robert Parker (Wine Advocate), James Suckling, or Wine Spectator on their respective websites or wine databases.

As this wine is currently in Hong Kong stock, we offer chilled delivery within 2 business days to Hong Kong addresses. For delivery to Taiwan, please expect an estimated delivery window of 5 business days, also via chilled delivery.

We guarantee the authenticity of all our wines. This bottle has been sourced from our network of certified EU suppliers, many of whom have been in business for over 100 years, ensuring impeccable provenance and storage conditions throughout its history.

Yes, for all corporate orders, a Hong Kong invoice will be provided. For EU pre-order SKUs, an on-demand Certificate of Origin can be arranged at an additional cost, should you require it for customs or other purposes.