1989 Barolo Riserva
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Borgogno's 1989 Barolo Riserva reveals more freshness, clarity and delineation than the 1990, qualities that are apparent starting with the wine's livelier color. Dried roses, violets, spices, cherries and plums are some of the nuances that are found in the layered, structured 1989 Barolo Riserva. There is more than enough intensity and depth in the fruit to balance the searing, powerful tannins, qualities that follow through to a powerful close. The 1989 is classic, old-style Barolo. According to the back label, this bottle was decanted in November 2007, which is a helpful indication from the winery
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The 1989 Barolo Riserva reveals more freshness, clarity and delineation than the 1990, qualities that are apparent starting with the wine’s livelier color. Dried roses, violets, spices, cherries and plums are some of the nuances that are found in the layered, structured 1989 Barolo Riserva. There is more than enough intensity and depth in the fruit to balance the searing, powerful tannins, qualities that follow through to the potent close. The 1989 is classic, old-style Barolo. According to the back label, this bottle was decanted in November 2007, which is a helpful indication from the winery. Anticipated maturity: 2010-2025. Feb 2010, www.robertparker.com
About the producer
One of Piedmont’s oldest estates, Giacomo Borgogno & Figli, often known as just “Borgogno”, is archly traditional. Favouring long macerations and extended ageing in Slavonian cask, it is best known for its impressive Barolos, especially the prized late releases from its extensive library stock.