Barolo is one of the most prestigious and age-worthy wines in the world. With a history that goes back centuries, Barolo is known as the wine of kings and the king of wines, as the old Italian expression aptly goes.

Barolo, first and foremost, is a red wine made from Italy’s noble Nebbiolo grapes, grown in in a region by the same name. But from here, matters get, well, let’s say a bit more interesting.

Our guide to Barolo provides a deep dive into the wine, with answers to common questions like: What is Barolo? Where does it come from? And, of course, how to start buying, cellaring, and drinking the best Barolos?