2007 Barolo San Giovanni
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Deep, dark red. Very ripe aromas and flavors of redcurrant and chocolate, plus a whiff of leather; just this side of raisiny. Big, rich and fat, with elevated alcohol giving the wine a youthfully aggressive character. Strong, chewy wine, finishing with a late hint of cherry but not quite the lift of the classico.
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Stephen Tanzer, Vinous
Antonio Galloni, Vinous
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The 2007 Barolo San Giovanni is an explosive, firm wine loaded with dark fruit. The firm tannins begin to melt away with time in the glass, revealing a gorgeous, sensual Barolo. The French oak is wonderfully integrated in this vintage, adding gorgeous shape to the wine, while not overpowering it. The 2007 is one of the best vintages I can remember tasting of the San Giovanni. The San Giovanni is made from the estate's oldest and best-exposed vines. The 2007 saw six days of fermentation and maceration and was aged in French oak barrels, 45% of which were new.
The 2007 Barolo San Giovanni is an explosive, big wine loaded with dark fruit. The firm tannins begin to melt away with time in the glass, revealing a gorgeous, sensual Barolo. The French oak is wonderfully integrated in this vintage, adding gorgeous shape to the wine, while not overpowering it. The 2007 is one of the best vintages I can remember tasting of the San Giovanni. The San Giovanni is made from the estate’s oldest and best-exposed vines. The 2007 saw six days of fermentation and maceration and was aged in French oak barrels, 45% of which were new. Anticipated maturity: 2015-2027. Importer: T. Edward Wines, Ltd., New York, NY; tel. (212) 233-1504