Luigi Pira, Barolo Rionda Vintage:2016 (from vines in Loächausses planted

(from vines in Loächausses planted in 1989 and 1995)

The 2017 is no exception

Older Merlot vines were replanted three years ago

There is fine detail and very solid ripeness to the delicious and equally restrained medium-bodied flavors that also exude a fine minerality on the balanced finish that displays just a touch of rusticity

licorice and blackberry jam hit the palate in a massive

Luigi Pira, Barolo Rionda Vintage:2016 (from vines in Loächausses plantedThe 2008 Barolo Vigna Rionda possesses striking inner perfume and sweetness as it wraps around the palate. Raspberries, hard candy, flowers, mint and sweet spices are some of the many notes that flow from this effortless, sensual Barolo. Silky tannins are present, but they are nearly covered by the pure sensuality of the fruit. Today the Rionda is supple, sweet and totally inviting. The finish is intense and totally haunting. This is an exceptional,