2013 Bruno Giacosa Barbaresco Rabajà, Italy, Piedmont, Wine Review

Wow was this wine singing. This performed was above expectations and is in a GREAT spot right now. Ruby in color, mostly clear and bright. On the nose, cherries, slight dried cherries, floral notes, anise and slight tobacco. Medium to full bodied. Medium to firm tannins. Great acidity. On the palate, this is one of the more elegant Barbarescos I have had yet it still has enough power and concentration to be limited. Layers of complexity but still youthfully vibrant. Flavors of cherries, anise and slight earthiness. Long finish. This is great on its own but better with food. Braised Lamb with Roasted vegetables would be classic. Drink over the next ten to fifteen years.

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Vintage:

2013

Current Price:

$200.00USD

2005 Bruno Giacosa Barbaresco, Italy, Piedmont, Wine Review

Vintage:

2005

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A-

Current Price:

$170.00USD

This was outstanding if not at the single vineyard level either. Medium ruby in color, clear and bright. The nose is pretty with cherries, tar and smoke. On the palate, this has cherries, sour cherries and some underlying forest floor. Medium tannins. Some complexity. It was served pop and pour and really improved after an hour. Nice acidity. It worked well with a spicy eggplant but also ravioli in a lemon butter sauce. It seems to be about as good as it is going to get but no hurry. I would probably recommend giving it a couple/few hours in a decanter prior to serving.

2014 Produttori del Barbaresco Barbaresco Riserva Rio Sordo, Italy, Piedmont, Wine Review

Vintage:

2014

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Current Price:

$70.00USD

This is a big, albeit young, wine. Ruby/purple in color, mostly opaque and bright. The nose has black cherries, some black raspberries, some cherries, spice and slight tar. Full bodied. Nice texture. Moderate acidity. On the palate, mostly black cherry fruit but some other fruits in there as well. A bit of menthol on the finish. Firm tannins. This needs more cellaring, but is certainly enjoyable today. Perhaps wait another five to seven years and drink for ten to fifteen after that and the score should go up by at least a few points. A nice food match would be hearty pasta dishes

2006 Produttori del Barbaresco Barbaresco, Italy, Piedmont, Wine Review

Vintage:

2006

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A-

One of the best Cooperatives making wine is the Produttori del Barbaresco. Always good, but a few times every decade they nail it and 2006 was one of those. Deep garnet in color, mostly clear and bright. The nose is great with cherries, tar and spice. Medium bodied with lighter tannins. On the palate, this is complex, with good acidity and delicious. Lots of cherry fruit and a nice earthiness. At age 15, it is mature but with time left. Drink over the next seven to ten years. This is nice on its own but will be better with food. Pasta with a mushroom cream sauce will be great.

2011 Produttori del Barbaresco Barbaresco Riserva Rabajà, Italy, Piedmont, Wine Review

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2011

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Fascinating to drink this side by side with the Ovello from the same warm vintage. This is more muscular and dense. Deep purple in color, mostly opaque and bright. The nose is tight but opens in the glass to show black cherries, cherries, slight mint and perhaps some balsamic. Full bodied. Firm tannins that are a bit drying. Plenty of depth and complexity but tightly layered. Much more open on the palate. Black cherries with spice but also a hint of stewed fruits. The later is not overwhelming but is more prominent in the finish. This wine has excellent parts but one wonders if it

1996 Bruno Giacosa Barolo Riserva Falletto di Serralunga d'Alba, Italy, Piedmont

Vintage:

1996

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A+

Current Price:

$650.00USD

The last Bruno Giacosa was one of the premier producers in Barolo. Sadly, he passed away a couple years ago. The top wines he made were given a red label and Riserva status. This bottle is still youthful but it is drinking great. Purple, ruby rim. Still looks quite young. Tight nose; cherries, slight tea leaves and dried roses. A bit of tar. Just the slightest bit of VA with air, which is good as it ends up bringing out the aromatics. Delicious on the palate. Tight layers of cherries, cherry candy, anise and earth. Firm but manageable tannins. Finish goes on forever. Needs anot

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