Community Tasting Note

Alexander Smith wrote:

Friday, October 22, 2021 - Rinaldi is probably the most famous Barolo producer on the planet, if not in the top 3. Their wines are more or less impossible to obtain in Quebec. I was lucky to score a case of their Barbera and I must admit I am a little dissapointed. They are of the traditional style which means big old oak botti. My go to Barbera is probably Vietti, and from my knowledge of the grape it needs plenty of sun and in my eyes oak. Tannins tends to be on the lower side and acidity rather higher, hence there are mixed thoughts on the real ageing potential. On to the wine...

On the nose there are notes of strawberries, freshly picked roses, raspberries, cranberries, vanilla, sage and other wild herbs. The palate is very fresh and bright, with sharp yet slightly ripe fruit and crushed florals. This has an energetic and lively mid-palate. I just feel at this stage the acidity is just so unbalanced it is difficult to enjoy. Even though they say don't age Barbera, I think this will be drinking better in around 3-4 years. 90+

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