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Producer Wine Vintage Publication Date Score Detail
Private: Conterno Fantino Private: Barolo Ginestra “Vigna Sori Ginestra” DOCG 2015 James Suckling 25/01/2019 97
Verbiage

“This has a very impressive nose with ripe red cherries and plums, as well as abundant notes of sweet spice. The palate delivers a very assertive, plush and fleshy impression with a core of incredibly vibrant fruit that holds super fresh. The tannins are vibrant and the length is very impressive. Try from 2023.” – James Suckling, Jan. 25, 2019

Private: Conterno Fantino Private: Barolo Ginestra “Vigna del Gris” DOCG 2015 James Suckling 25/01/2019 96
Verbiage

“Impressive aromas of ripe and rich red cherries, red plums and darker berries that are swathed in fresh and spicy oak to good effect. Orange zest, too. The palate has a soaring build of sturdy tannins that carry abundant sweet and ripe cherry flavors long and unwavering into the fresh finish. This is impressive. Try from 2023.” – James Suckling, Jan. 25, 2019

Private: Conterno Fantino Private: Barolo Mosconi “Vigna Ped” DOCG 2015 James Suckling 25/01/2019 94
Verbiage

“Aromas of dark berries and hints of iron and spice follow through to a full body, lots of tannins and a long, flavorful finish. Shows intensity and power. Drink in 2022 and beyond.” – James Suckling, Jan. 25, 2019

Marcarini Barolo Brunate DOCG 2015 James Suckling 25/01/2019 94
Verbiage

“Aromas of pralines, tar and ripe fruit follow through to a full body, with lovely density and richness. Very velvety and plush on the finish. Gorgeous already, but shows lovely length and breed. Drink in 2021.” – James Suckling, Jan. 25, 2019

Marcarini Barolo La Serra DOCG 2015 James Suckling 25/01/2019 93
Verbiage

“Spicy, earthy and very ripe with gorgeous aromas and intensity. Full-bodied, tight and very focused with a great finish and length. Shows compact and polished tannins. Goes on for minutes. Drink in 2023.” – James Suckling, Jan. 25, 2019

2015 James Suckling 25/01/2019 94
Verbiage

“This is a bold, assertive and flavorful Barolo with aromas of ripe, red and darker cherries, swathed in fresh, fragrant spices and a layer of violet-like perfume. Sweet, supple and juicy tannins abound. Drink or hold.” – James Suckling, Jan. 25, 2019

2015 James Suckling 25/01/2019 93
Verbiage

“This is another very ripe 2015 with hints of raisins and asphalt on the nose. Full bodied, chewy and fine and earthy at the finish. A little rustic but intense and characterful. Try in 2022.” – James Suckling, Jan. 25, 2019

Poderi Einaudi Barolo Cannubi DOCG 2015 James Suckling 25/01/2019 93
Verbiage

“A beautiful sense of resolve on the first impression with perfectly ripe red cherries taking center stage on the nose. The palate has a deliciously juicy core of fresh red cherry and berry flavor and smooth, firm and sturdy tannins. Drink or hold.” – James Suckling, Jan. 25, 2019

Poderi Einaudi Barolo “Terlo Vigna Costa Grimaldi” DOCG 2015 James Suckling 25/01/2019 94
Verbiage

“There’s a wealth of ripe and rich fruit here that makes a convincing impression on the nose with red to darker cherries, plums and an array of fresh leaves and herbs. The palate has seamless, finely grained tannins that carry a smooth array of fresh and juicy red-cherry flavor. Really holds the finish well. Try from 2021.” – James Suckling, Jan. 25, 2019

Cascina Bongiovanni Barolo “Pernanno” DOCG 2015 James Suckling 25/01/2019 94
Verbiage

“Assertive oak influence that is well-matched to the intense and powerful fruit. The nose is filled with ripe red to black cherries and hints of orange zest. There’s an open weave to the tannins that tightens handsomely into the finish. Shows class. Try from 2023.” – James Suckling, Jan. 25, 2019

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