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Massolino Barolo Vigna Rionda Riserva Dieci X Anni 1999
(Original Wooden Case)
Item Code: IL1-2049F99B
The first wine cellar was built by Giuseppe, son of the founder Giovanni, who, together with his sister Angela, extended his estate into the best soils and, in 1934, was one of the founders of the Consortium for the Defence of Barolo and Barbaresco. At that time, Giuseppe had six children. Three of them, Giovanni, Camilla and Renato, followed in their father’s footsteps, expanding the estate with the purchase of cru vineyards which are authentic jewels: Margheria, Parafada and Vigna Rionda.
Massolino wines are the result of a privileged relationship with the vineyard, interpreting all its peculiarities and nuances. A relationship built up day by day, personally supervising every moment in the production chain in all twenty three hectares of the estate. From the vineyard to the cellar, from the vine to the bottle.
Robert Parker 94: "The estate’s 1999 Barolo Riserva Vigna Rionda X Anni reveals gorgeous depth and richness. Sweet roses, tar, licorice and minerals emerge from this expansive, generous Barolo. The tannins have softened, but readers will have to wait another few years before the aromas and flavors express tertiary nuances. All of the elements are in place for the Vigna Rionda X Anni to develop into a splendid wine. This is a marvelous effort. The X Anni is a second bottling of the estate’s Barolo Riserva Vigna Rionda that spent an additional six months in bottle. I am a big fan of Massolino and often purchase the wines for my own cellar. As much as I appreciate the opportunity to acquire perfectly cellared bottles, the price here seems out of touch with today’s economic reality. Anticipated maturity: 2011-2024."
Wine Spectator 89: "Very floral, with aromas of raisin, spice and dark berries. Full-bodied, with loads of French oak. Yet this is silky and polished, with a special style. A little dry now. Needs drinking. There's slightly too much wood. Drink now. 165 cases made."
Retail Price | HK$ 2,200.00 / btl |
WineWorld Price | HK$ 1,880.00 / btl |
Vintage: |
1999 |
Regions: |
Piedmont |
Country: |
Italy |
Type: |
Red |
Size: |
750ml |
Grape Varietals: |
100% Nebbiolo |
Soil: |
marly lime |
Alcohol Content: |
13.5-14.5% |
Serving Temperature: |
Between 18 and 20 degrees |
Rating: |
RP94 WS89 |