Francesco Rinaldi, Barolo Brunate 2017
Italy, Piedmont & North West
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£78.00
Mixed 6 Price:
£71.00
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Description
In a nutshell:
A compelling and classic Barolo single cru from an excellent producer.
The lowdown:
The wines of Barolo are the quintessential expression of the Nebbiolo grape of which the best examples are among the most sought after fine wines of all. The Brunate vineyard is one of those recognized as a Cru and is split between the communes of Barolo and La Morra. Rinaldi prefer the more traditionalist approach to their winemaking and, after allowing a lengthy fermentation the wine is aged in large Slavonian oak casks for around 4 years. With a classic garnet tinge, a reflection of the ageing, the wine has a nicely perfumed nose where you can pick out rose petals and violets. On the palate is a definite austere, savoury, meaty quality with warming spicy notes running through as well. The robust tannins aren't overbearing, but well integrated and the good balancing acidity results in a quite sublime example of Cru Barolo.
When to drink:
Just about ready to drink now, though decant 1-2 hours in advance, this will last right through into the 2030s. Bold flavoured red meat, or game dishes are the classic foods to go with this.
A compelling and classic Barolo single cru from an excellent producer.
The lowdown:
The wines of Barolo are the quintessential expression of the Nebbiolo grape of which the best examples are among the most sought after fine wines of all. The Brunate vineyard is one of those recognized as a Cru and is split between the communes of Barolo and La Morra. Rinaldi prefer the more traditionalist approach to their winemaking and, after allowing a lengthy fermentation the wine is aged in large Slavonian oak casks for around 4 years. With a classic garnet tinge, a reflection of the ageing, the wine has a nicely perfumed nose where you can pick out rose petals and violets. On the palate is a definite austere, savoury, meaty quality with warming spicy notes running through as well. The robust tannins aren't overbearing, but well integrated and the good balancing acidity results in a quite sublime example of Cru Barolo.
When to drink:
Just about ready to drink now, though decant 1-2 hours in advance, this will last right through into the 2030s. Bold flavoured red meat, or game dishes are the classic foods to go with this.
Details
| Categories | Wine / Red Wine / Complex & Structured Reds |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Piedmont & North West |
| Grape Variety | Nebbiolo |
| Vintage | 2017 |
| Volume | 75cl |
| ABV | 14.5% |
| SKU | RI1B17RN |
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