About This Wine:
The Barolo production area is in the Cuneo's province, Southwest of Alba, in Piedmont. It is produced in the communes of Barolo, Castiglione Falletto, Serralunga d'Alba and parts of the communes of Cherasco, Diano d'Alba, Grinzane Cavour, La Morra, Monforte d'Alba, Novello, Roddi, Verduno, all in the province of Cuneo. Only vineyards in the hills with suitable slopes and orientations are considered suitable for production, and the terrains must be primarily clayey-calcareous in character.
This wine comes from the vineyards of “Cannubbio”. Cannubbio is the more powerful of the two Barolo crus – its tannins are a little more prominent, its flavors exhibit a bit more mushroom and earth, and it ages more slowly. Thus it’s a good candidate for cellaring, although in most vintages the wine is approachable upon release, especially after decanting.
What Does It Taste Like?100% Nebbiolo. Garnet red color with orangey hues. Spicy aromas with notes of cocoa, In the mouth is full and round with well defined yet supple tannins that leave the palate clean with a long aromatic persistence.
Ratings / Reviews:
Robert Parker's Wine Advocate - 92 Points:
"The 2004 Barolo Cannubbio possesses virtually the same amount of weight and density as the Brunate which is hard to believe. In fact the wine remains incredibly primary, with virtually no development. With time in the glass some fruit emerges but the tannins remain imposing. A slight note of floral lift on the finish is one of the only clues that this is a Barolo from the Cannubi vineyard. Anticipated maturity: 2014-2029.
This is a beautiful set of wines from Francesco Rinaldi, a traditionally-minded producer whose Barolos have improved markedly in recent years." -Antonio Galloni, Oct '08
