There is outstanding volume and concentration to the overtly powerful and muscular flavors that are supported by a citrus-tinged and markedly firm acid spine that also shapes the cuts-like-a-knife finale
here tasted blind
According to Bruno Giacosa the 1990 Barbaresco Riserva is a blend of the Santo Stefano and Gallina vineyards
The 1999 Ornellaia demonstrates immediately the superiority of the vintage in its dark
"This possesses the most complex and the most complete nose in the range and is noticeably more elegant than the Malconsorts as it offers up compelling aromas of extremely fresh and airy red berry fruit and spice tones that transfer to the rich
Mongeard Mugneret Grands Echezeaux 2018 750mL (Slightly Scuffed Label) Sine Qua Non There is outstanding volume and"There is latent power in this red, but also finesse and an underlying reserve. A deep well of black cherry, black currant, violet, graphite and toasty oak flavors permeate its texture. The acidity and tannins are in sync, while the long aftertaste evokes black cherry, spice and mineral elements." Wine Spectator, WS96, tasted 5 2021