Barolo 2017
Barolo 2017s - First Impression by Walter Speller at JancisRobinson.com
Vintage 2017 was the hottest and driest vintage on record in Italy. It was undoubtedly a year that required agile vineyard management and an expert understanding of the terroir. Those wine-makers who were able to successfully mitigate the effect of heat, slow down ripening and pull forward harvest dates were the ones who triumphed in 2017.
Walter Speller at jancisrobinson.com released his first impressions on Barolo 2017 last month. Calling it a “surprising vintage”, he says most of the Barolo 2017s he tasted did indeed display “freshness and elegance” despite the heatwave conditions, a testament to how modern wine-makers are rising to the challenge of a warming world!
Barolo 2017
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Luigi Pira Barolo Margheria
(1x75cl)
2017
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Piedmont | - | - | د.إ4,658.88 | ||||
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Luigi Pira Barolo Margheria 2017 exemplifies the pinnacle of Piedmontese winemaking. Crafted from meticulously selected Nebbiolo grapes grown in the esteemed Margheria vineyard, this Barolo benefits from the region's unique terroir of calcareous marl and clay soils. Under the expert stewardship of Luigi Pira, a family-owned estate with decades of tradition, the 2017 vintage underwent a precise vinification process, including gentle destemming and fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks to preserve its vibrant aromatics. Following fermentation, the wine was aged for 36 months in a combination of French and Slavonian oak barrels, imparting subtle vanilla and spice notes while maintaining the grape's inherent elegance. On the palate, Luigi Pira Barolo Margheria 2017 reveals a harmonious balance of robust tannins, refined acidity, and complex flavours of red cherries, roses, and earthy undertones. This exquisite expression is a testament to Luigi Pira’s commitment to quality and the distinguished heritage of Barolo. |
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Luigi Pira Barolo Margheria
(6x75cl)
2017
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Piedmont | - | - | د.إ1,012.90 | ||||
Luigi Pira Barolo Rionda
(6x75cl)
2017
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Piedmont | - | - | د.إ1,531.00 | ||||
Luigi Pira Barolo Serralunga
(6x75cl)
2017
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Piedmont | - | - | د.إ4,667.91 | ||||
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Experience the rich taste of Luigi Pira Barolo Serralunga 2017, a classic embodiment of the exceptional artistry of the esteemed Luigi Pira winery. Boasting a pedigree from the prestigious Serralunga district of Piemonte, Italy, this wine elegantly expresses the quintessence of its terroir. Luigi Pira, a family-run winery known for their unfaltering dedication to quality, has masterfully crafted this Barolo, employing traditional wine-making techniques coupled with modern philosophy. The Luigi Pira Barolo Serralunga 2017 showcases a harmonious blend of succulent dark fruits, distinct tannins, and a lingering finish. This Italian gem is meticulously aged in Slavonian oak casks, lending the wine its complex structure and opulence. Certified critics praise its luscious palate and robust character, further attesting to its superiority. With a cellar potential spanning over two decades, it possesses an alluring promise of maturity and evolution. Enjoy the unrivalled taste of Luigi Pira Barolo Serralunga, a remarkable wine that encapsulates passion, finesse, and tradition. |
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Luigi Vico Barolo Prapo
(6x75cl)
2017
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Piedmont | - | - | د.إ5,331.03 | ||||
Malvira Barolo
(12x75cl)
2017
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Piedmont | - | 91 (VN) | د.إ5,331.03 | ||||
Vinous (91)The 2017 Barolo Boiolo is soft and open-knit in its first impression, but there is a good bit of tannin lurking beneath. Dried cherry, tobacco, leather, spice and herbs lend quite a bit of aromatic complexity. This is an attractive 2017. Drink it over the next decade, give or take. |
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Malvira Barolo
(6x75cl)
2017
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Piedmont | - | 91 (VN) | د.إ5,331.03 | ||||
Vinous (91)The 2017 Barolo Boiolo is soft and open-knit in its first impression, but there is a good bit of tannin lurking beneath. Dried cherry, tobacco, leather, spice and herbs lend quite a bit of aromatic complexity. This is an attractive 2017. Drink it over the next decade, give or take. |
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Marcarini Barolo Brunate
(6x75cl)
2017
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Piedmont | - | 91 (VN) | د.إ5,331.03 | ||||
Vinous (91)The 2017 Barolo Brunate shows the signatures of a warm, dry vintage in its slightly forward profile. Dried cherry, cedar, spice, tobacco and dried flowers are all nicely mellowed by the conditions of the year. There is good freshness, but I would not push my luck on aging. The 2017 is already pretty much ready to go. |
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Marcarini Barolo Del Comune di la Morra
(6x75cl)
2017
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Piedmont | - | 95 (JS) | د.إ692.50 | ||||
James Suckling (95)Aromas of dried strawberries, orange peel and white truffles follow through to a full-bodied, compact and tight palate with fine, dusty tannins and an intense finish. Hints of chocolate and toffee at the end. Really complex. Drink after 2024. |
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Marcarini Barolo La Serra
(1x150cl)
2017
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Piedmont | - | 97 (JS) | د.إ241.65 | ||||
James Suckling (97)So much ash and dried-strawberry character. Burnt orange-peel undertones. Tar, too. It’s full-bodied with chewy tannins and a flavorful finish. Lots of rose petals. This needs four or five years to open, but nicely integrated now. Try after 2024. |
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Marcarini Barolo La Serra
(3x150cl)
2017
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Piedmont | - | 97 (JS) | د.إ962.50 | ||||
James Suckling (97)So much ash and dried-strawberry character. Burnt orange-peel undertones. Tar, too. It’s full-bodied with chewy tannins and a flavorful finish. Lots of rose petals. This needs four or five years to open, but nicely integrated now. Try after 2024. |
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Marcarini Barolo La Serra
(6x75cl)
2017
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Piedmont | - | 97 (JS) | د.إ925.00 | ||||
James Suckling (97)So much ash and dried-strawberry character. Burnt orange-peel undertones. Tar, too. It’s full-bodied with chewy tannins and a flavorful finish. Lots of rose petals. This needs four or five years to open, but nicely integrated now. Try after 2024. |
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Marchesi di Barolo Barolo
(1x75cl)
2017
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Piedmont | - | 87 (VN) | د.إ4,783.39 | ||||
Vinous (87)The 2017 Barolo Tradizione is a soft, fruity wine to drink now and over the next few years, while the red cherry/plum fruit remains vibrant. This tasty Barolo certainly offers plenty of immediacy in an easygoing if somewhat fleeting style. |
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Piedmont | 2 | 87 (VN) | د.إ1,030.00 | |||||
Vinous (87)The 2017 Barolo Tradizione is a soft, fruity wine to drink now and over the next few years, while the red cherry/plum fruit remains vibrant. This tasty Barolo certainly offers plenty of immediacy in an easygoing if somewhat fleeting style. |
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Piedmont | 8 | 87 (VN) | د.إ1,365.00 | |||||
Vinous (87)The 2017 Barolo Tradizione is a soft, fruity wine to drink now and over the next few years, while the red cherry/plum fruit remains vibrant. This tasty Barolo certainly offers plenty of immediacy in an easygoing if somewhat fleeting style. |
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Marco Bartoli Vecchio Samperi
(6x50cl)
NV
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- | 93 (VN) | د.إ835.66 | |||||
Vinous (93)The recently bottled (as of 2023) Non-Vintage Vecchio Samperi opens with a flourish of stone dust and wildflowers, along with nuances of shaved cedar, butterscotch and dried apricot. It is distinctly savory in style, with soft textures and masses of salty mineral tones that give way to notes of peach and mulled apple. The finish is long and spicy yet remains quite fresh, leaving a saline resonance and a hint of hazelnut to linger. |
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Marco Bartoli Vecchio Samperi
(6x75cl)
NV
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- | 93 (VN) | د.إ1,238.82 | |||||
Vinous (93)The recently bottled (as of 2023) Non-Vintage Vecchio Samperi opens with a flourish of stone dust and wildflowers, along with nuances of shaved cedar, butterscotch and dried apricot. It is distinctly savory in style, with soft textures and masses of salty mineral tones that give way to notes of peach and mulled apple. The finish is long and spicy yet remains quite fresh, leaving a saline resonance and a hint of hazelnut to linger. |
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Piedmont | 1 | - | د.إ1,425.00 | |||||
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Marengo Barolo 2017 exemplifies the pinnacle of Piemonte's revered Nebbiolo craftsmanship. Sourced from the esteemed vineyards nestled in the heart of Barolo’s Langhe hills, this vintage benefits from meticulous hand-harvesting and selective grape sorting to ensure only the finest berries are chosen. Fermented in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks, the wine preserves its vibrant fruit profile and delicate tannic structure. Following fermentation, Marengo Barolo 2017 undergoes an extended ageing process of 36 months in French and Slavonian oak barrels, imparting subtle vanilla and spice nuances while allowing the wine to develop remarkable complexity and depth. Produced by the esteemed Marengo family, whose heritage in winemaking spans over generations, this Barolo boasts a rich bouquet of cherries, rose petals, and earthy truffles, culminating in a long, elegant finish. Perfectly balanced and poised for decades of ageing, Marengo Barolo 2017 is a testament to unwavering dedication and exceptional terroir. |
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Piedmont | 10 | - | د.إ2,195.00 | |||||
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The Marengo Barolo Bricco Violeo 2017 epitomises the elegance and complexity characteristic of the Barolo region in Piedmont. Crafted by the esteemed Marengo estate, renowned for their meticulous vineyards in the Bricco Violeo appellation, this vintage was produced from hand-harvested Nebbiolo grapes cultivated on gravelly, south-facing slopes. Fermentation was conducted in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks to preserve the delicate aromas, followed by an extended aging period of 36 months in a combination of new and seasoned French oak barrels. The 2017 harvest benefited from a favourable climate, resulting in wines of exceptional structure and finesse with notes of cherry, rose petal, and subtle truffle undertones. On the palate, it delivers a harmonious balance of tannins and acidity, promising further development with age. Marengo’s commitment to traditional winemaking techniques ensures that the 2017 Bricco Violeo is a distinguished expression of Barolo’s finest attributes. |
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Piedmont | 8 | - | د.إ2,745.00 | |||||
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Immerse yourself in the world-class vinous experience that is the Marengo Barolo Brunate 2017. This exceptional red wine hails from the celebrated vineyards of Langhe, a region of Piedmont in northern Italy renowned for its prestigious Barolo wines. Skilfully crafted by the illustrious Marengo family, masters of the craft since 1899, it epitomises their commitment to tradition and quality. Made from 100% Nebbiolo grapes, meticulously hand-picked from the Brunate Cru, the Marengo Barolo Brunate 2017 was aged for 24 months in small oak barrels before bottling, ensuring a delicate harmony of structure and elegance. Intricate layers of ripe cherries, dried roses, liquorice and earthy truffle are underscored by velvety tannins and a beautifully lingering finish. Its longevity and complexity make it a rewarding choice for collectors and enthusiasts alike. The Marengo Barolo Brunate 2017 is a feast for the senses, promising an unforgettable journey into the heart of Italian viticulture. |
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Marengo Barolo Brunate
(4x75cl)
2017
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Piedmont | - | - | د.إ4,658.88 | ||||
Marengo Barolo Brunate
(6x75cl)
2017
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Piedmont | - | - | د.إ1,284.78 | ||||
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Piedmont | 10 | - | د.إ766.00 | |||||
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Marengo Barolo Brunate Riserva 2017 epitomises the esteemed craftsmanship of the Piedmont region. Crafted exclusively from Nebbiolo grapes sourced from the prestigious Brunate vineyard, this Riserva undergoes a meticulous vinification process. Following an extended maceration period, the wine is aged for over five years in a combination of traditional Barolo oak barrels and large Slavonian casks, allowing it to develop profound complexity and structure. The 2017 vintage benefits from an optimal growing season, resulting in grapes of exceptional purity and concentration. On the palate, Marengo Barolo Brunate Riserva 2017 unfolds with rich aromas of ripe cherries, rose petals, and subtle hints of truffle, supported by velvety tannins and a persistent finish. Produced by a family-owned estate renowned for their dedication to quality and terroir expression, this Barolo offers an exquisite representation of elegance and longevity, making it a distinguished addition to any fine wine collection. |
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Piedmont | 2 | - | د.إ1,800.00 | |||||
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Marengo Barolo Brunate Riserva 2017 epitomises the esteemed craftsmanship of the Piedmont region. Crafted exclusively from Nebbiolo grapes sourced from the prestigious Brunate vineyard, this Riserva undergoes a meticulous vinification process. Following an extended maceration period, the wine is aged for over five years in a combination of traditional Barolo oak barrels and large Slavonian casks, allowing it to develop profound complexity and structure. The 2017 vintage benefits from an optimal growing season, resulting in grapes of exceptional purity and concentration. On the palate, Marengo Barolo Brunate Riserva 2017 unfolds with rich aromas of ripe cherries, rose petals, and subtle hints of truffle, supported by velvety tannins and a persistent finish. Produced by a family-owned estate renowned for their dedication to quality and terroir expression, this Barolo offers an exquisite representation of elegance and longevity, making it a distinguished addition to any fine wine collection. |
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Massolino Barolo
(12x75cl)
2017
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Piedmont | - | 17 (JR) | د.إ5,303.02 | ||||
Jancis Robinson (17)Serralunga d'Alba. Youthful mid ruby. Beguiling nose of concentrated cherry, dark spice and minerally, stony notes. Shows real generosity on the nose. Palate equally generous, with concentrated, juicy sour-cherry fruit lined with long, powdery tannins. Hedonistic, for sure, and so confident! Ready now but will improve. Simply delicious and definitely one of the vintage's best buys. |
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Piedmont | 3 | 17 (JR) | د.إ540.00 | |||||
Jancis Robinson (17)Serralunga d'Alba. Youthful mid ruby. Beguiling nose of concentrated cherry, dark spice and minerally, stony notes. Shows real generosity on the nose. Palate equally generous, with concentrated, juicy sour-cherry fruit lined with long, powdery tannins. Hedonistic, for sure, and so confident! Ready now but will improve. Simply delicious and definitely one of the vintage's best buys. |
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Piedmont | 1 | 17 (JR) | د.إ829.00 | |||||
Jancis Robinson (17)Serralunga d'Alba. Youthful mid ruby. Beguiling nose of concentrated cherry, dark spice and minerally, stony notes. Shows real generosity on the nose. Palate equally generous, with concentrated, juicy sour-cherry fruit lined with long, powdery tannins. Hedonistic, for sure, and so confident! Ready now but will improve. Simply delicious and definitely one of the vintage's best buys. |
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Piedmont | 3 | 95 (VN) | د.إ604.00 | |||||
Vinous (95)The 2017 Barolo Margheria is a compelling, multi-faceted Barolo loaded with personality. Sage, mint, lavender, spice, iron and red/purplish berry fruit grace this firm, classically built Barolo. This translucent, taut Barolo has so much to offer, but it also needs time to soften. Readers will find a terrific example of Margheria. |
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Piedmont | 1 | 95 (VN) | د.إ427.00 | |||||
Vinous (95)The 2017 Barolo Margheria is a compelling, multi-faceted Barolo loaded with personality. Sage, mint, lavender, spice, iron and red/purplish berry fruit grace this firm, classically built Barolo. This translucent, taut Barolo has so much to offer, but it also needs time to soften. Readers will find a terrific example of Margheria. |
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Piedmont | 1 | 95 (VN) | د.إ1,310.00 | |||||
Vinous (95)The 2017 Barolo Margheria is a compelling, multi-faceted Barolo loaded with personality. Sage, mint, lavender, spice, iron and red/purplish berry fruit grace this firm, classically built Barolo. This translucent, taut Barolo has so much to offer, but it also needs time to soften. Readers will find a terrific example of Margheria. |
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