2013 Barolo Ginestra
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Monforte d’Alba. Rather diffuse nose and then rich and bloody on the palate. Rather right-banky tannins! (JR)
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Walter Speller, jancisrobinson.com
Jancis Robinson MW
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The 2013 Barolo Ginestra Vigna Sorì Ginestra shows a whole other level of fiber and textural richness. This is a stunning wine from thicker soils that deliver more structure, firmness and overall depth. With that superiore richness, the wine is also endowed with balanced acidity, plump primary fruit and an elegant touch of balsam or menthol herb on the finish. This drives the finish forward for a few long and glorious minutes. Dig deeper still, and you find a sweet note of chocolate hazelnut.
The 2013 Barolo Sorì Ginestra, the estate's flagship Barolo, hits all the classic Ginestra notes. Sweet, balsamic-inflected notes wrap around a core of intense dark blue and purplish fruit. Veins of salinity and tannin give the 2013 much of its personality. The 2013 is a bit restrained today, but it packs a serious punch. This big boy needs time to shed some of its formidable tannin, but it is impressive.
Monforte d’Alba. Tasted blind. Lustrous ruby with orange tinges. Herbal nose that is a little closed. Almost rich fruit, but beautifully balanced by acidity and grainy tannins. Really opens up on the finish. (WS)