2007 Renato Ratti Barolo Conca

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Thursday, May 28, 2015 - An utter disappointment in that it didn't speak Nebbiolo to me, nor did it speak Langhe. Muddled red fruits, with all too brief moments of floral perfume. Instead, (over) ripe berries, and a full mouth-feel. This is (more akin to) a cocktail wine, not something I want when reaching for a wine from Barolo region. I've saved 1/3 of the bottle, and will revisit on the second day, with updates if this somehow manages to redeem itself. Tasting this wine four years after its release is like running into the High School quarterback at the 25yr reunion to find he's 150lbs overweight with a face so red it's the color of a Christmas stocking, and remarking to yourself that 'he's really let himself go'. 15,0% abv.

Aerated to decanter 1 hr, served non-blind at cellar temp.

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  • Comment posted by arthrovine:

    5/29/2015 1:46:00 PM - Laughing. I recall that exact sentiment at my reunion a few years ago.

    Are you implying that this wine is already over the hill?

    Or, is it similar to Tom Brady and Giselle's baby resembling a naked mole rat? (great winemaker/fruit that may develop into something special)

    Perhaps this wine is more akin to a bad Elvis impersonator? (an imposter)

    Hopefully day 2 shows improvement, otherwise I don't think this may be my style either.

  • Comment posted by Tim Heaton:

    5/29/2015 1:52:00 PM - Just finished it 30 minutes ago - anonymous, no personality. One left that I will probably gift to a noob

  • Comment posted by Barry Notes:

    5/30/2015 6:39:00 PM - Tim-you e too funny.

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