Decanter

• By Michael Garner
  Barolo vintages worth seeking out, 2/3/2017 (link)

  (Giuseppe Rinaldi, Brunate, Barolo, La Morra, Piedmont, Italy, Red) Subscribe to see review text.

Vinous

• By Antonio Galloni
  2005 Barolo: A Dark Horse Emerges (Jul 2016), 7/1/2016 (link)

  (Giuseppe Rinaldi Barolo Brunate-le Coste) Subscribe to see review text.

• By Stephen Tanzer
  November/December 2009, IWC Issue #147 (link)

  (Giuseppe Rinaldi Barolo Brunate La Coste) Subscribe to see review text.

• By Antonio Galloni
  Piedmont Comes Of Age (Oct 2009) (link)

  (Giuseppe Rinaldi Barolo Brunate/le Coste) Subscribe to see review text.

Garagiste

• By Jon Rimmerman
  10/26/2010 (link)

  (RINALDI Barolo Brunate/Le Coste) Rinaldi 3.0 Dear Friends, Rarity is a relative word but tonight’s offer goes without saying. There was so much interest in the 2004, 2005, 2006 magnum sets last week that Rinaldi has offered to do something even more impressive... ...the same set of Brunate/Le Coste – in 3.0lt. There are (were) only a dozen or so of each of these and the investment value a few decades down the road could be very interesting indeed. Hand bottled, hand corked and about to be sent on their way, this incredible 3-pack of eye-popping traditional bottles will be the envy of many. Before he changes his mind... Giuseppe Rinaldi Barolo Brunate/Le Coste 3.0lt (3-Pack) - 1 – 2006 1 – 2005 1 – 2004 (3.0’s of San Lorenzo are not available) This parcel is directly from the winery cellar with perfect provenance For reference, see last week’s offer for the magnums below (you can cut and paste 3.0 instead of 1.5 and the offer has the same validity...maybe even more so for the 3.0’s) Obviously, this offer is EXTREMELY LIMITED – please be patient with Nicki, she will do her best to allocate. This parcel is on the same container as the 1.5’s. To order: niki@garagistewine.com Thank you - - Jon Rimmerman

• By Jon Rimmerman
  10/22/2010 (link)

  (Brunate Le Coste GIUSEPPE RINALDI) UPDATE: Washington Initiatives 1100 and 1105 As with HR5034, it appears that a large number of you desire my guidance on the two Washington State initiatives coming to the polls – both have the potential to drastically alter the way alcohol is treated and traded in our state. In addition, you better believe other states are watching what happens here as the decision we make could be used as a springboard for others. TV commercials with scare tactics, drunk teenagers and 12 year olds purchasing a bottle of gin from a local 7-11 aside, both of these initiatives deserve balanced and serious thought, away from the emotion of a TV advertisement. I will give this the time it deserves over the weekend and issue my guidance next week in an UPDATE prior to the polls in early November. In the meantime, stay involved... - Jon Rimmerman ****************** Rinaldi Dear Friends, Ok, I am going to address this in today’s offer instead of responding individually to the plethora of inquires I’ve had since Wednesday for more 2006 wine from Giuseppe Rinaldi. Instead of chastising everyone for not buying them a month ago when we offered the set for (ok, I’ll chastise a little) - I’ve come up with a “Plan B”. Here’s the Antonio Galloni verbiage posted a few days ago that has everyone in a ruffle: So, you can use your own imagination as to the printed reviews when the Wine Advocate debuts but, I’ve done the only noble thing I could think of – go to the winery for magnums. Giuseppe hardly produces any large format and they are exceedingly rare. In great vintages like 2004 or 2006, not only will they outlast all of us, but (in my opinion), they remain one of the last heirloom-quality wines of Piedmont that still have significant room to grow as an investment. I don’t think it’s out of the question for Rinaldi to fetch Monfortino-like pricing with another decade of accolades (especially in large format – this is not a 20,000 case production of Bordeaux). By that time, those that invested in the “old” vintages (like 2004 et al) should be sitting on a rarity that actually personifies the word. In other words, while these are expensive, I believe the pricing should be looked at as you would 10-20 years from now, not this morning. Here’s the catch – there’s always a catch. Giuseppe will not part with any of the 2006 magnums alone – they are precious even for him. What he will do is offer a vertical pack of each wine, pulled directly from his own stash (more to prove that the 2005 is nearly as good – especially in magnum where the best material ended up – same for the 2004). I'm not going to bother reprinting the reviews for any of these – all are diamonds that will command any collector's attention. If you are interested in a flagship set of large format for your cellar, this six bottle line-up is not only beautiful to look at (due to the filigreed, traditional labels) but the wine in bottle backs up the promise. EXTREMELY LIMITED – VERY RARE - directly from the winery cellar with impeccable provenance. This is not Francesco Rinaldi. Giuseppe Rinaldi Barolo “Brunate-Le Coste” 1.5lt 3-Pack - 1 - 2006 1 - 2005 1 - 2004 Giuseppe Rinaldi Barolo “Cannubi-San Lorenzo” 1.5lt 3-Pack - 1 - 2006 1 - 2005 1 - 2004 (note: if you hurry, Hart Davis Hart in Chicago has 6 magnums of 2006 Le Coste and San Lorenzo that you can purchase individually at a downright crazy price – HURRY. While they are not directly from the winery, I'm sure the provenance is fine) I am not going to set any maximums with this but please be realistic with Niki – these are hand-bottled wines made in the dozens not the thousands. You don’t have to purchase both sets – you may choose either or both.... Please give us your maximum number of each set and we will allocate accordingly. To order: niki@garagistewine.com This parcel is set to arrive in 4-6 weeks (please check OARS for local pick up after Dec 10th). It will ship during the Spring shipping season. Out of state orders will be held for free under ideal storage conditions (56 degrees/70%humidity) until shipping is possible. Locals may pick up at their leisure. For current local pick up and arrival/ship information, please see your OARS link below (at the bottom of this offer) - don’t know how to access your OARS? Simply click the link and see your account. You can also paste the link into your browser. If you are having trouble with your link or your account, please contact: support@garagistewine.com NO SALES TO RETAILERS OR WHOLESALERS Thank you, Jon Rimmerman Garagiste Seattle, WA Click here to view the status of your orders in O.A.R.S.