Oddero
Barolo Vignarionda Riserva 2018
| Denomination | DOCG Barolo Riserva |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 14.5% by volume |
| Area | Piedmont (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | 100% Nebbiolo |
| Aging | Racking, followed by malolactic fermentation, then transfer and ageing in Austrian oak barrels for about 40 months; after bottling, storage in the cellar at a controlled temperature (about 15°C with 70% humidity). |
Description
What kind of wine it is
Barolo Vigna Rionda Riserva by Oddero is a Piedmontese red wine with a controlled and guaranteed designation of origin, characterised by a rigorous profile. It is produced exclusively from Nebbiolo grapes, and its maturation in Austrian oak barrels for almost forty months shapes its austere structure, ensuring extraordinary longevity. To the eye, it displays an intense, clear garnet ruby colour. The bouquet is layered, with notes of blackberry and rose enriched by balsamic hints of tobacco, liquorice, cinchona and wet limestone. On the palate, this Barolo Riserva reveals a broad and mineral sip, supported by lively freshness and an important yet polished tannic texture, finishing with a long, dry aftertaste.
Where it comes from
The roots of this wine lie in the renowned cru Vigna Rionda, located in Serralunga d’Alba. The rows of vines stretch across the hilltop, at around three hundred and sixty metres above sea level, where the full southern exposure ensures optimal ripening of the grapes. The vines, some up to fifty years old, guarantee very low yields, favouring exceptional concentration and perfect balance of flavour. Oddero cultivates this historic vineyard while preserving its territorial identity, releasing an extremely limited production to the market.
How it is produced
The production process begins in October with a rigorous manual harvest and meticulous selection of the bunches. In the cellar, after destemming and crushing, fermentation continues for almost a month with daily pump-overs to gently extract the noble components from the skins. Once malolactic fermentation is complete, the wine undergoes a long rest in Austrian oak barrels which consolidates its structure. Subsequent storage at controlled temperature allows for harmonious evolution, ideal for enhancing the character of Nebbiolo, perfect when paired with game and mature cheeses.
History and Curiosities
This wine embodies the dedication of the Oddero family, rooted in Piedmont since the 18th century. The prized grapes come from the renowned Vigna Rionda in Serralunga d’Alba, situated at 360 metres above sea level with an ideal southern exposure. Produced from historic vines dating back to 1972, this exceptional Barolo Riserva represents a true oenological rarity. Thanks to a limited production of around three thousand bottles per year, it boasts extraordinary longevity, making it perfect for vertical tastings that reveal its elegant evolution.
Awards
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2018
5Italian Sommelier Foundation (FIS) guide This has been one of the most prestigious wine guides in Italy for over 10 years.
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2018
96/100
James Suckling is an influential American wine critic and journalist who worked at Wine Spectator for 30 years. He left the magazine in 2010 to start his own website and guidebook (JamesSuckling.com). He specialises in Italian and Bordeaux wines.
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2018
96/100
The prestigious international wine guide from the renowned Robert Parker, the world's most experienced and trusted wine taster.
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2018
3One of the most prestigious wine guides in Italy.
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2018
93/100
Vinous is the online guide from Antonio Galloni, one of the world's leading wine connoisseurs.
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2018
4Italian Sommelier Association (AIS) guide
Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
18 - 20 °C
Longevity:
15 - 25 years
Decanting time:
1 hour
- Start up year: 1878
- Oenologist: Mariacristina Oddero, Luca Veglio
- Bottles produced: 160.000
- Hectares: 36
The history of today’s winery is inextricably tied to that of Giacomo Oddero, born in 1926 and grandson of the first Giacomo in the family (whom he was named after). Under Giacomo’s guidance, Poderi e Cantine Oddero took on its current productive configuration, extending vineyard property, increasing bottle production, and upholding a high quality that today is recognized worldwide.
The legacy of Giacomo Oddero is carried on today by his daughter Mariacristina, who entered the family business near the end of the 1990s, and grandchildren Isabella and Pietro, who represent the seventh generation of a family with over a century and a half of vinicultural tradition behind them. Read more
| Name | Oddero Barolo Vignarionda Riserva 2018 |
|---|---|
| Type | Red still |
| Denomination | Barolo DOCG |
| Vintage | 2018 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 14.5% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 100% Nebbiolo |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Piedmont |
| Vendor | Oddero |
| Story | History and Curiosities This wine embodies the dedication of the Oddero family, rooted in Piedmont since the 18th century. The prized grapes come from the renowned Vigna Rionda in Serralunga d’Alba, situated at 360 metres above sea level with an ideal southern exposure. Produced from historic vines dating back to 1972, this exceptional Barolo Riserva represents a true oenological rarity. Thanks to a limited production of around three thousand bottles per year, it boasts extraordinary longevity, making it perfect for vertical tastings that reveal its elegant evolution. |
| Origin | Serralunga d'Alba |
| Climate | Altitude: 360 m above sea level, at the top of the hill. |
| Yield per hectare | 50 quintals per hectare |
| Harvest | Second week of October |
| Fermentation | 25–28 days |
| Production technique | Manual harvesting in 18 kg crates with selection of the bunches; destemming and crushing, alcoholic fermentation in 50 hl fermenters with daily pump-overs and wetting of the cap for 25–28 days, followed by malolactic fermentation; ageing for about 40 months in Austrian oak barrels and subsequent storage in the cellar at controlled temperature. |
| Wine making | Grapes are crushed and transferred to 50 hl fermenters for alcoholic fermentation with daily pump-overs and cap wetting for about 25–28 days; racking, followed by malolactic fermentation, then transfer and ageing in Austrian oak barrels for about 40 months; after bottling, the wine is stored in the cellar at a controlled temperature (about 15°C, 70% humidity). |
| Aging | Racking, followed by malolactic fermentation, then transfer and ageing in Austrian oak barrels for about 40 months; after bottling, storage in the cellar at a controlled temperature (about 15°C with 70% humidity). |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |