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Subregion | Italy > Piedmont |
Colour | Red |
Type | Still |
Yields were 40% down due to hail but despite that, Gianluca Grasso continued to vinify both of his great Chiniera and Gavarini crus separately, with the view to making both wines. Only at the end of the elevage did he decide that the sum of both was greater than the parts. The result is a wine with a wonderfully enticing nose of roses and red cherry fruit - quintessential Piedmont. The palate is gentle and patient but gradually grows in stature and power - you can certainly tell that the two crus are involved as the texture and complexity are very impressive and belie the generic Barolo label. The red fruit begins to give way to spice and some sweet black cherries. Velvety and plush with sleek, integrated tannins, this will drink beautifully on arrival but will happily last for a decade or more. Whilst I'm sure Grasso would've liked to make seperate wines, he has given us a treat with what can only be described as a super-cuvee built around elegance, complexity and purity.