1970 Barolo Vigna Rionda
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The 1970 Barolo Collina Rionda is now fully mature, but is a gorgeous early example of Bruno Giacosa's genius with this great site in Serralunga. Hints of autumn leaves, spices and worn-in leather linger on the delicate finish.
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Antonio Galloni, Vinous
Antonio Galloni, Vinous
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The 1970 was a touch faded but still showed surprising density and a touch more body than the 1969. Mint, leather, truffles, underbrush and prunes were some of the many notes that emerged from the glass.
The 1970 Barolo Collina Rionda was terrific. This fully mature, resolved Barolo emerged from the glass with layers of spiced fruit and tons of harmony in an understated expression of the great Rionda vineyard.
About the producer
Bruno Giacosa – now run by daughter Bruna – is a cult Nebbiolo producer, that has consistently made some of the best single-vineyard Barbaresco and Barolo from the 1960s onwards. The“red-label” Riservas are some of the finest and most collectable wines in Italy.