The 2005 Barolo Riserva Vigna Rionda is a beautiful, graceful Barolo. It naturally doesn’t have the explosiveness of the 2006 or 2007, but it nevertheless impresses for its finessed fruit, expressive bouquet and well-integrated tannins. This mid-weight Vigna Rionda shows lovely palate presence, nuance and detail. Freshly cut flowers, sweet baking spices and small red fruits linger on the understated finish. It is a great effort in this vintage. Anticipated maturity: 2015-2027.