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Barolo Riserva Monfortino 2006
Conterno, Giacomo
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This fantastic Barolo of the 2006 vintage shows amazing fruit character of ripe strawberry and orange peel, and great structure. Its length and linear style is glorious; it goes on for minutes. Will be even better in 2020. Score: 98 James Suckling, JamesSuckling.com Maturity: 2020+ 05 May 2014 |
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I often suggest readers who want to taste young Monfortinos do so right after release, as the wine often shuts down. Maybe it is the gorgeous London spring day, but the 2006 is wonderfully open and expressive for a young Monfortino. Today, the 2006 looks like a modern-day version of the 1999. The sinewy, muscular tannins ensure decades of magnificent drinking lie ahead. Tasted from magnum. Score: 98 Antonio Galloni, Vinous.com Maturity: 2021-2046 01 May 2014 |
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Deep, complex aromas of cherry, tar, leather and licorice signal this powerful yet fresh red. Shows great intensity to the sweet cherry fruit, accented by mineral and eucalyptus hints. Vibrant, with the firm structure driving the very long aftertaste. The gripping tannins will need time to soften. - Tasted non-blind at the winery (November 2013). Best from 2020 through 2040. Score: 98 Bruce Sanderson, Wine Spectator Maturity: 2020-2040 01 January 2014 |
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Tasted from botte number 45, the 2006 Barolo Riserva Monfortino is gorgeous. Roberto tells me, 'Monfortino is not a drinking wine, it’s a chewing wine.' His comment makes perfect sense and offers incredible insight into the profound beauty beholden before us. You almost feel the crunch of the young tannin and the snap of its presence in the mouth. The bouquet is perfectly matched to the wine. Elegance and finesse add contrast to the wine’s sheer power and determination. Dried rose, licorice, tar, spice and tobacco show immense definition and focus. The 2006 vintage is noted for its extraordinary aging potential. Score: 98 - 100 Monica Larner, Wine Advocate, RobertParker.com Maturity: 2025-2045 01 June 2013 |
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