-
98
/ 100
Antonio Galloni -
97
/ 100
Gary Walsh -
96
/ 100
Decanter -
93
/ 100
James Suckling
Red
Classification
Nebbiolo
Variety
2017
Vintage
750ml (Bottle)
Bottle Size
Italy
Country
Piedmont, Barolo
Region
14.5%
Alcohol %
5-10 Years
Cellaring
Scores
98 / 100"The 2017 Barolo Riserva Vigna Rionda is flat out stunning. All the purest essence of Rionda comes through in a captivating Barolo that dazzles. Sweet red cherry fruit, kirsch, rose petal, licorice and blood orange are some of the many aromas and flavors that lift from the glass. Exotic and racy, the 2017 is a flat-out stunner. Now, for the million dollar question. Is it better than the 2016? Right now, I give an edge to the 2017 for its greater finesse and total sense of exotic beauty. But time will be the judge. I do look forward to tasting the 2016 and 2017 side by side!"
- Antonio Galloni
97 / 100
"Raspberry, roses, such perfume and finesse, almond too. Succulent, a flood of ripe red fruit and mouth-perfume, Such succulence, perfume and poise, a pinch of orange zest, supple ‘minerally’ feel to tannin, and gee they sit so well inside the wine, and the finish is long and pure with a brick dust/crushed stone texture. Parussi seems to have gone up a notch in 2019. Superb."
- Gary Walsh
96 / 100
"A traditional style with long fermentation and maceration in oak vats at a temperature of around 30°C, then aged in large Slavonian oak barrels for up to 42 months, followed by a further 24 months in the bottle. The nose is impressively fresh and vibrant, with a mix of white pepper, watermelon, wild strawberry and mint leaf. Less restrained than usual, on the palate the attack is firm, still young, and chewy, with brilliant long acidity and a cherry kernel finish. It deserves time to develop more complexity."
- Decanter
93 / 100
"Very pretty with pure and fresh fruit and focused tannins. Medium- to full-bodied with ultra-fine tannins and a bright and vivid finish. Shows tension and brightness. Flowers and sliced strawberries at the end."
- James Suckling
Tasting Notes
The wine's deep red color catches the eye, hinting at the depth and richness that awaits within the glass. Aromas of white pepper, watermelon, wild strawberry, and mint leaf immediately captivate the senses, creating an impressively fresh and vibrant bouquet. This is a departure from the typical restraint of the Massolino wines, offering a unique and exciting experience. On the palate, the 2017 Massolino Barolo Vigna Rionda Riserva reveals its true character. The attack is firm and youthful, with a chewy texture that speaks to its age-worthiness. Brilliant long acidity carries the flavors, leading to a remarkable cherry kernel finish that lingers on the palate.
Tasting Profile
- Light
- Full
- Low Tannin
- Tannic
- Sweet
- Dry
- Low Acidity
- High Acidity