Oddero - Barolo Riserva Vigna Rionda 2017
Decanter: 98 Points
Maria Cristina Oddero owns 0.7ha in Vignarionda, one of the best MGAs in all of the Barolo denomination. The vines were planted in 1972, 1983 and 2007. This cru was not produced in the hot 2003 or the cool 1992, 1994 and 2002 vintages; it tends to suffer less in the hotter years, such as 2017. Aged in Austrian oak vessels for 40 months, the wine shines for its typical Vignarionda aromas of cinnamon, wild strawberry and watermelon, with earthy depth reminiscent of white truffle. The attack is firm, as expected from Serralunga, with incredible fruit concentration, weight and freshness. This powerful style is not lacking in grace, due to ripe, refined and condensed tannins, and a savoury finish.
James Suckling: 97 Points
Classy aromas of ripe strawberries, cedar, salted caramel and meat follow through to a full body with juicy tannins and a long and flavorful finish. Extremely long and polished. Gorgeous is the word to use here. Drinkable but five more years will make it exquisite.
Wine Spectator: 94 Points
A lively, sleek and delineated version, this features cherry, licorice, mint and mineral aromas and flavors. Slightly chewy in texture, this is concentrated, fresh and long. Best from 2026 through 2043.
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