2011 Barbaresco Rio Sordo Riserva
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The 2011 Barbaresco Riserva Rio Sordo is a bit darker and more ample than it usually is, a signature of the year. With time in the glass, the typical soaring floral/spiced Rio Sordo bouquet emerges. Dark, sensual and beautifully expressive, the Rio Sordo is another wine that will drink well with minimal cellaring. Dec 2015, www.vinous.com, Drink: 2017-2031
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Antonio Galloni, Vinous
Monica Larner, Wine Advocate
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The Rio Sordo cru is known for medium-bodied wines that show elegance and finesse. The 2011 Barbaresco Riserva Rio Sordo is my favorite wine among this set of new Riserva releases. This gorgeous wine is seamless in approach with balanced aromatic intensity that bridges dark fruit aromas against ethereal notes of cola, tar and licorice. There is an irresistible dash of white truffle buried deep within. The wine is powerful and firmly constructed, but the quality of the tannins is silky and polished. Jun 2016, www.robertparker.com, Drink: 2018-2045
A very ripe red with plum, light raisin and spice character. Full-bodied, chewy and tannic. Better in 2019 when the tannins soften. Nov 2016, www.jamessuckling.com