Barolo is known worldwide as the “King of Wines” – powerful, complex and elegant. Yet many people think that good Barolo has to cost a lot of money. Fortunately, that’s not true. Even under €50, there are beautiful Barolos that impress with their depth, balance and character. In this guide, we share our 5 favorite Barolos under €50 for 2025, perfect for both the novice and the seasoned connoisseur.

Why Barolo under €50?

The best Barolos are often small productions from top domains, matured on wood and made with great care. As a result, prices can quickly rise. However, there are producers – often from lesser-known Crus or younger vintages – who make high-quality Barolos for a surprisingly accessible price.
At Brunolo.nl we selected these wines with great care, and of course they come directly from Piemonte, without intermediaries. Below our top 5 for 2025.

1. Ciabot Berton - Barolo DOCG - La Morra - 1961 - 2019

La Morra is known for its soft, refined Barolos. Best price/quality Barolo. Coming from the first older vineyards of Ciabot Berton, planted in 1961. Rich, elegant, delicious red ripe fruit, nice layering with rounded tannins in the long finish.
Why buy?
✔️ Very good year (2019 - five star vintage)
✔️ Balanced and elegant - traditional maturation 18 months in Slavonian oak barrels
✔️ Already ready to drink, but can still be stored for another 10 years.

2. Paolo Conterno - Barolo DOCG - Monforte d'Alba - Riva del Bric - 2020

Paolo Conterno started his winery on the historic Cru Ginestra. The company is now run by the 4th generation. The Barolos from Monforte are known as the more powerful, heavier Barolos. Beautiful 4 star Italian Sommeliers Barolo from Monforte. Fruity, cherries, wild berries. Elegant, but also full long finish with refined tannins. Perfect for those looking for a beautiful full powerful Barolo from a centuries-old, authentic, winery.

Why buy?
✔️ Cru specificity: Monforte d'Alba
✔️ Aged for 36 months in French oak barrels
✔️ Nice balance between fruit and tannins

3. Renzo Seghesio - Barolo DOCG - Monforte d'Alba - 2019

Since the beginning of the twentieth century the Seghesio family has been involved in the wines of the Barolo area, first by producing and selling the grapes to well-known Barolo producers and later with their own beautiful Barolos.
Best price/quality 92/100 points Barolo, elegant, intense and generous, with a refined texture and notes of herbs and spices provide a long, full finish

Why buy?
✔️ Very affordable
✔️ Authentic style
✔️ Good choice for dinners

4. Renzo Seghesio - Barolo DOCG - La Morra - Ca'd' Nalin - 2020

Best price/quality 92/100 points Barolo, from La Morra has a medium-body, firm complex with a beautiful tannin structure and a velvety finish. Maturation 30 months in Slavonian oak barrels.

Why buy?
✔️ Complex style beautifully balanced
✔️ Serious structure
✔️ Ideal for use with truffle dishes and a nice cheese platter

5. Tenuta Rocca - Barolo DOCG - Monforte d'Alba - 2020

Tenuta Rocca is a truly traditional family business, where the two brothers and their children work. Their wines receive very good reviews every year and the prices are excellent. Our choice is therefore this Excellent Price/Quality Barolo from Monforte d'Alba. Beautiful robust Barolo with sufficient freshness, excellently balanced and a long lasting aftertaste with beautifully ripe tannins.

Why buy?
✔️ Accessible in style
✔️ Limited edition
✔️ Beautifully balanced

Bonus: How to choose a good Barolo under €50?

• Note the vintage: 2016 and 2019 are top years; 2020 is also a nice year, four and a half stars, Barolos with classic characteristics. They are slightly less than the top years 2016 and 2019.
• Look at the origins: Communes such as La Morra , Barolo and Verduno often produce softer Barolos, while Serralunga and Monforte are more powerful.
• Domain is more important than price: A good producer still makes very nice Barolos in less good years. The incredible passion of these small winegrowers ensures that very nice Barolos are made every year. Of course, they differ from year to year due to different weather conditions.
  

Finally
A good Barolo doesn't have to be expensive. With a little knowledge - and the right addresses - you can find real gems under €50.

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