Giuseppe Rinaldi
Barolo Brunate 2021
| Denomination | DOCG Barolo |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 14.0% by volume |
| Area | Piedmont (Italy) |
| Grape varieties | 100% Nebbiolo |
| Aging | Aged for 30 months in large barrels and a further 6 months of refinement in the bottle. |
- Origin and grape: Barolo DOCG Brunate, 100% Nebbiolo, Piedmont
- Vinification: fermentation in open conical vats and prolonged maceration on the skins
- Ageing: 30 months in large wooden casks, followed by 6 months in bottle
- Taste and aromatic profile: garnet colour; notes of iron, cinchona bark, blood orange and tobacco; soft tannins
- Ratings: 98 points Wine Spectator, 97 Decanter, 96 James Suckling, 93 Vinous
Description
What kind of wine it is
Barolo Brunate by Giuseppe Rinaldi is a still red wine that embodies the purest essence of Nebbiolo. It reveals itself with a deep garnet hue, introducing an aromatic profile marked by distinct ferrous mineral aromas and notes of cinchona. The bouquet is further enriched with hints of blood orange, tobacco, resin and bay leaf, supported by wild berries and spicy nuances. On the palate, it displays a solid fresh-savoury balance, supported by enveloping tannins that guide the sip towards an extraordinary gustatory persistence, capable of lingering for several minutes.
Where it comes from
This red originates from parcels of the historic Brunate vineyard, located in Piedmont at the heart of the Barolo area. The Nebbiolo grapes are cultivated according to the principles of organic farming, with the aim of respecting the integrity of the soil and the health of the vines. The Giuseppe Rinaldi winery, active since the early decades of the twentieth century, vinifies these grapes while maintaining a rigorous agricultural approach deeply connected to the land. The Brunate imprint translates into a clear gustatory tension and a defined structure, outlining a profile true to the classic style of the denomination.
How it is produced
The vinification process begins with fermentation in open truncated-cone vats, integrated by a long maceration on the skins to precisely extract the tannic and aromatic heritage. Ageing involves a period of about thirty months in large barrels, followed by a period of rest in the bottle to encourage slow and gradual maturation. Decanting for an hour and serving at a temperature between eighteen and twenty degrees enhances every nuance. Gastronomically versatile, it pairs perfectly with beef stew with polenta, roast pork, game and mature cheeses.
History and Curiosities
Founded in 1920, the Giuseppe Rinaldi winery champions the classic Barolo, combining organic farming and traditional methods for timeless elegance. The soul of the wine is born from long maceration in open truncated conical vats, then matures for 30 months in large barrels and six months in the bottle. This artisanal expertise delivers an extremely long-lived sip, celebrated with 98 points from Wine Spectator and 97 points from Decanter.
Awards
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2021
97/100
Decanter is a wine and lifestyle magazine, published monthly in around 90 countries. The magazine includes industry news, classic guides and advice on wine and spirits.
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2021
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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2021
93/100
Vinous is the online guide from Antonio Galloni, one of the world's leading wine connoisseurs.
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2021
98/100
Wine spectator is the most influential wine guide on the internet.
Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
18 - 20 °C
Longevity:
15 - 25 years
Decanting time:
1 hour
- Start up year: 1920
- Oenologist: Marta Rinaldi
- Bottles produced: 50.000
- Hectares: 8
Nothing has changed in so many vintages, apart from the working support of Giuseppe's daughters, Marta and Carlotta, who, keeping the tradition intact with an eye on the future, have been able to tune traditionalists and progressive Barolo lovers.
The winery, one of the most classic in the Langhe, preserves the varietal character of the vines bred and cared for according to the dictates of organic farming, which are then subjected to long maceration and maturation in large barrels, to then give the glass elegant wines with strong character, full of history and sure of a bright future. Read more
| Name | Giuseppe Rinaldi Barolo Brunate 2021 |
|---|---|
| Type | Red still |
| Denomination | Barolo DOCG |
| Vintage | 2021 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 14.0% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 100% Nebbiolo |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Piedmont |
| Vendor | Giuseppe Rinaldi |
| Story | History and Curiosities Founded in 1920, the Giuseppe Rinaldi winery champions the classic Barolo, combining organic farming and traditional methods for timeless elegance. The soul of the wine is born from long maceration in open truncated conical vats, then matures for 30 months in large barrels and six months in the bottle. This artisanal expertise delivers an extremely long-lived sip, celebrated with 98 points from Wine Spectator and 97 points from Decanter. |
| Origin | Vigneto Brunate, Barolo, Piemonte, Italia |
| Production technique | Fermentation in open truncated conical vats |
| Wine making | Fermentation in open truncated-cone vats |
| Aging | Aged for 30 months in large barrels and a further 6 months of refinement in the bottle. |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |