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FINE+RARE, Jul 2017

A dense, granitic wine full of flowers from lilacs and violets as well as crushed cherries. Full-bodied, yet ultra-elegant. So much fruit that lasts for minutes on the palate. It finishes with a beautiful aroma of lavender and cassis that carries you away. This is a beautiful wine by any measure and will improve for 10 years.

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87
87/100

Antonio Galloni, Vinous

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87 points
Antonio Galloni, Vinous
Score 87/100 · Drink 2018-2022, Antonio Galloni, Vinous, Jun 2018

Grimaldi's 2016 Barbera d'Alba Pistìn shows good depth and intensity in its fruit, but is also penalized by a heavy reductive note. If the reduction blows off, the 2016 will likely merit a more positive note, but for now, the 2016 is awkward and muted.

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Giacomo Grimaldi
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Grape Blend

Barbera

Colour

Red

Taste

Dry

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