2012's Highest Scoring Barolo
The other day a wine rep stopped by the store with some Italian wines to sample. We were rather busy and we weren't really in the mood for an unscheduled tasting. However, when we saw the nature of the wines in front of us, we relented. One sip and our mood changed instantly.
Out of those wines we tasted, we selected an absolutely sublime Barolo, the stuff of which dreams are made. If you don't believe us, then just check out the press below.
Please be advised the wholesaler has sold out in Massachusetts and we only have bottle stock remaining in the store. Having said that, we still wanted to share what little we have with you. Stop by the store or reply to this email to reserve.
Pio Cesare Barolo 2007
"A stunning, classic Nebbiolo aroma from rose, earth and a hint of slate and leather. Complex with great depth and balance. A hallmark Barolo." (Decanter Magazine)
Decanter Magazine: 19 out of 20 points (equivalent to 96 out of 100 points)
Decanter Magazine: 5 out of 5 stars
Decanter Magazine: Highest Scoring Barolo
"Pio Cesare and the 2007 vintage marry beautifully to produce a layered, opulent, textured, rich wine that is bursting with zesty red fruit, sassy spice, leather and toasted espresso bean. What really sets this wine apart is the dense smoothness of its texture. Save this bottle in your cellar 10 years or more." (Wine Enthusiast)
Wine Enthusiast: 95 points
Wine Enthusiast: Cellar Selection
"The 2007 Barolo is inviting, sweet and open, yet has plenty of underlying tannins to provide support. It shows terrific balance in a style that reconciles the traditionalist leanings of this bottling with the ripe quality of the year. Sweet hints of tobacco, spices, leather and herbs add complexity on the textured yet grippy finish. Pio Cesare's straight Barolo doesn't seem to get the attention or spotlight it deserves, but it has truly been one of Piedmont's under the radar jewels for some time. Anticipated maturity: 2015-2022." (Wine Advocate)
Wine Advocate: 93 points
"Full and wonderfully balanced with ultra-fine tannins and a bright finish. Bright and tannic. Delicious already." (James Suckling, JamesSuckling.com)
James Suckling: 93 points
"Mid crimson. So different from their Barbaresco! Much drier, and more intense. Tarry and nervy, dense and dry. Great textbook Barolo in fruit-forward idiom. No need to wait all that long for this wine to reveal itself. Lots of pleasure. Could be a good starting point for people to learn about Barolo." (Jancis Robinson, Master of Wine)
Jancis Robinson: 17.5 out of 20 points (equivalent to 91 out of 100 points)
"Very closed but pure nose offers currant, marzipan, mocha and a whiff of truffle. Quite sweet on the front half and almost surprisingly round and opulent. Then turns more dry and classic toward the back, finishing with serious, dusty, fine-grained tannins. This will need at least a few years of patience." (Stephen Tanzer's International Wine Cellar)
International Wine Cellar: 91 points
"This round red is full of sweet cherry and plum flavors, with hints of licorice and spices. The richness is offset by dense tannins, and there's a touch of heat on the finish. Best from 2013 through 2022. 2,800 cases imported." (Wine Spectator)
Wine Spectator: 90 points
"Spicy and bright with red fruit flavor, this is underlined by nebbiolo's sneaky tannins. They come on with an iron grip, then open to scents of roses. This is powered by alcohol, but well within the bounds of balance. Cellar it several years then decant for braised duck." (Wine & Spirits Magazine)
Wine & Spirits Magazine: 90 points
Wine & Spirits Magazine: Best Buy
Regularly $67.99/bottle. On sale now, one time only, for $56.99/bottle or $45.59/bottle in a mixed case of wine. Run, don't walk, for this one!
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