Nosearomatic herbs, flowers and dark pulp fruit, lavender and pepper black-pepperherbslavender
Flavortannins are velvety and has a nice acidity, with a persistent and balanced finish
Piedmont At a Glance
Region NamePiedmont
Piemonte is considered by many the top wine region of Italy, being the land of Barolo and Barbaresco, even though these mega-popular wines only account for 3% of the region’s wine production.
Score: 90Vintage 2020Jeb Dunnuck The 2020 Barolo Gianetto sports a deeper brick red color and is more contemplative though quite expressive on opening, offering notes of polished leather, tarry earth, spiced red plum, and resinous tobacco. The palate has broad-shouldered tannins but feels somewhat dilute and has more modest length and concentration. I would drink this one over the near term.Shelf TalkerFull Page Review
Score: 87Vintage 2020Wine EnthusiastIntense aromas of ripe cherry, tar and rose petals define the nose of this Barolo. The palate is structured with flavors of juicy blackberry, dried herbs, and a hint of tobacco. Firm tannins and a long, persistent finish make this a classic expression. Drink 2028-2045. — Jeff PorterShelf TalkerFull Page Review
Score: 92Vintage 2019Wine SpectatorRich and dark, this red reveals plum, black cherry, tar and floral flavors. Solid, with dense, dusty tannins following through on the long, compact finish. Best from 2026 through 2042. 300 cases made.Shelf TalkerFull Page Review
Score: 92Vintage 2017James SucklingA dusty nose of floral and mineral nuances, enhancing the red-fruited and citrusy profile. The palate is vibrant and focused, offering a medium body with firm yet refined tannins. Spiced and subtly earthy in the finish, it retains a fresh and poised character. Drink or hold.Shelf TalkerFull Page Review
Score: 90Vintage 2017Wine EnthusiastAromas of dark-skinned fruit, tobacco and scorched earth emerge from the glass. The dense palate shows sour cherry, white pepper and coconut alongside tightly-knit tannins. Drink 2023–2029.Shelf TalkerFull Page Review
Score: 94Vintage 2016Wine SpectatorVery tight, this has shut down, with the structure dominating any fruit or savory flavors for now. The nose and palate, however, hint at the depth and ripe fruit that lurks beneath. Fine balance. Best from 2024 through 2045. 400 cases made, 35 cases imported.Shelf TalkerFull Page Review
Score: 91Vintage 2016Wine EnthusiastAromas of tobacco, cooking spice and red-skinned berry emerge from the glass. The structured palate offers sour cherry, clove and black pepper alongside close-grained tannins and solid acidity. Drink 2023–2030. Shelf TalkerFull Page Review
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