Speakers
Marisol de la Fuente
Marisol de la Fuente is an Argentine journalist, communications graduate, sommelier, and bartender with over 25 years of experience in marketing and communication. She is a radio and television commentator and co-host of the wine podcast Vinimos, where she brings clarity, humor, and expertise to make wine accessible and engaging. Author of “Te cuento el vino” (Penguin Random House, 2024), she teaches following the concept “Wine, straight to the point.” Over the past three years, she has trained more than 3,000 students, from beginners to aspiring sommeliers. Her work has received international recognition: she was a finalist at the International Wine & Spirit Competition (IWSC) in 2024 and, in 2025, was awarded Wine Communicator of the Year, becoming the first Spanish-speaking and Argentine professional to receive this distinction. She serves as a judge in national and international wine competitions, contributing her expertise to the evaluation and development of the industry.
official event
TASTING EX...PRESS IWSC: Barolo vs Barbaresco: Power and Precision
Description
WARNING: IN ORDER TO ATTEND THIS TASTING, BEFORE BOOKING / BUYING THE TICKET, MAKE SURE YOU HAVE AN ENTRY PASS FOR THE EXHIBITION VINITALY 2026 VALID FOR THE DAY IN WHICH THE TASTING TAKES PLACE.
As part of Vinitaly, this comparative session explores two of Italy’s most prestigious DOCGs — Barolo and Barbaresco — through the lens of structure, denomination regulations and territorial identity.
Both produced from 100% Nebbiolo and grown in the Langhe hills of Piemonte, these appellations share a common grape but differ in aging requirements, commune structure and vineyard classification (MGA). The tasting will provide a framework to understand how geography, production rules and historical evolution contribute to stylistic distinction and market positioning.
Designed for professionals and enthusiasts seeking a structured comparison, this tasting offers an opportunity to examine Barolo and Barbaresco side by side within the context of Vinitaly — focusing on denomination, territory, and identity.
Wine list
- Azienda Agricola Costa Di Bussia - Barolo Riserva Bussia, 2019
- Azienda Agricola Buganza Renato - Barolo Bricco delle Viole, 2019
- Dacastello Vini - Barolo del Comune di Serralunga d'Alba, Bordà, Le Clivie, 2022
- Palladino - Barolo DOCG Parafada, 2020
- Azienda Agricola Montaribaldi S.S. - Barbaresco DOCG Riserva Marcarini, 2021
- Francone - Antichi Poderi Dei Gallina - Barbaresco DOCG Albesani, 2021
- Giuseppe Cortese - Barbaresco DOCG Rabaja, 2023