2011 Pasquale Pelissero Barbaresco Bricco San Giuliano
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Ornella Pelissero’s 2011 Barbaresco Bricco San Giuliano shows some of the heat of the 2011 vintage but does so with an irresistible level of moxie and charm. You get generous servings of ripe cherry and raspberry with lingering tones of cinnamon, licorice and white peppercorn. What really sets this wine apart is the dense smoothness of its texture. The tannins are soft and yielding and there’s an attractive dash of coffee or hazelnut on the close. It ages in botte grande for two years for a slower, more meaningful evolution. And, Barbaresco Bricco San Giuliano offers great value to boot. Drink: 2015-2025. Importer: Massanois Import, www.massanois.com
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Walter Speller, jancisrobinson.com
Monica Larner, Wine Advocate
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Neive. Concentrated ruby with orange tinges. The nose is a little locked and dominated by hints of bacon. Completely different on the palate with wonderful supple and juicy fruit and bags of grainy tannins. Really chewy and satisfying and with fine, fragrant finish. (WS)