Tasting Notes

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Vinous Antonio Galloni - 15 Dec 25
The 2011 Barolo Riserva Vigna Rionda is one of the surprises in this tasting. From a warm and very dry year, the 2011 possesses gorgeous inner perfume and tons of character. It is just approaching the early part of its first plateau of maturity. I don’t expect this to be especially long-lived Vigna Rionda, but it is quite compelling today.
Drinking Date: 2025 - 2035
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Robert Parker Wine Advocate Monica Larner - 31 Aug 17
The 2011 Barolo Riserva Vigna Rionda is an exuberant and expressive wine with dark cherry fruit, spice, tobacco and black truffle. There is a pretty earthy quality on hand that is delivered in an elegant and understated manner. What I like most about this wine is that it does not show evident signs of the warm summer growing season. Any extra fruit ripeness or sweetness is carefully tucked in at the back. Give this Riserva another ten years of bottle aging to let it flesh out further.
Drinking Date: 2018 - 2030
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Jancis Robinson Walter Speller - 20 Apr 17
Serralunga d’Alba. Will be released in September 2017. Healthy mid ruby with orange tinges. Powerful spiced, complex nose with real purity underneath all that concentration. Breathtaking balance between acidity, concentrated red fruit and melting tannins on the finish. Truly elegant. A stunning Barolo, but really deserves time, at least five more years. (WS)
Drinking Date: 2021 - 2040
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Barolo

Barolo, the "King of Wines," is a prestigious red from Piedmont, Italy, made exclusively from Nebbiolo grapes. Known for deep complexity, Barolo offers rich flavours of dark cherries, roses, truffles, and spices, with high acidity and firm tannins. It ages exceptionally well, evolving in depth and nuance. Barolo's diverse terroirs create a range of styles, from powerful to delicate. Top producers include Gaja, Bruno Giacosa, Giuseppe Rinaldi, and Marchesi di Barolo, all of whom exemplify Barolo's tradition and quality.