Vinous (93+)

The 2017 Barolo Arborina is a big, dramatic wine. Super-ripe red fruit, mint, white pepper and spice are all amplified in a Barolo that takes all the signatures of this well-known La Morra cru and turns up the dial. As always, the Arborina has some nervousness in the tannin, but historically that is one of the things that has helped this wine age well. There is certainly no shortage of character here.

Vinous (93+)

The 2017 Barolo Arborina is a big, dramatic wine. Super-ripe red fruit, mint, white pepper and spice are all amplified in a Barolo that takes all the signatures of this well-known La Morra cru and turns up the dial. As always, the Arborina has some nervousness in the tannin, but historically that is one of the things that has helped this wine age well. There is certainly no shortage of character here.

Vinous (94)

The 2017 Barolo Rocche dell'Annunziata is such a pleasure to taste. I feel like I am in La Morra, in Rocche dell'Annunziata, looking down the patchwork of parcels on this steep hillside. Freshly cut flowers, mint, spice and sweet red/purplish berry fruit notes abound. More than anything though, the 2017 is distinguished by its silky tannins and exceptional balance. In a word: sublime.

Vinous (94)

The 2017 Barolo Rocche dell'Annunziata is such a pleasure to taste. I feel like I am in La Morra, in Rocche dell'Annunziata, looking down the patchwork of parcels on this steep hillside. Freshly cut flowers, mint, spice and sweet red/purplish berry fruit notes abound. More than anything though, the 2017 is distinguished by its silky tannins and exceptional balance. In a word: sublime.

James Suckling (97)

Very floral with lavender, violets and dark fruit. Medium-to full-bodied with tannins that build on the palate, particularly the middle palate. Very long and intense. Transparent fruit and evident terroir here. Try after 2025.

James Suckling (96)

This is so perfumed and beautiful with cherries, strawberries and dried flowers that follow through to a medium to full body with firm, fine tannins and a long, energetic finish. All about length and finesse. Drink in 2024.

Vinous (91)

The 2017 Barolo Rocche dell'Annunziata is a bit closed today, but it offers lovely persistence in a mid-weight, classically austere style that is quite appealing. Sweet dried cherry, mint, cedar, tobacco, dried cherry and dried flowers are all finely knit. The 2017 feels candied in its fruit profile, compact and also showing early signs of oxidation, all which suggest it may not be long-lived. Tasted twice with similar results.

Discover the opulence of the Rivetto Barolo del Comune di Serralunga d'Alba 2017, an authentic Italian gem hailing from Piedmont's celebrated Rivetto vineyards. Produced from one of the most esteemed Nebbiolo vineyards, this fine wine embodies unsurpassed elegance and power. Its journey begins with meticulous grape selection, followed by two years of maturation in large oak barrels, infusing it with complexity and depth. A further year of bottle ageing guarantees a seamlessly integrated character.

The Rivetto family, esteemed vintners since 1902, passionately oversees the winemaking process, embracing biodynamic and organic practices to guarantee the utmost respect for nature and terroir. Each sip of Rivetto Barolo del Comune di Serralunga d'Alba 2017 unveils layers of wild red berries, complex spice, and delicate floral undertones, gracefully married with silky tannins and an enduring finish. A supreme testament to the artistry of Piedmontese winemaking, it's an investment in absolute quality and sensory delight.

Discover the opulence of the Rivetto Barolo del Comune di Serralunga d'Alba 2017, an authentic Italian gem hailing from Piedmont's celebrated Rivetto vineyards. Produced from one of the most esteemed Nebbiolo vineyards, this fine wine embodies unsurpassed elegance and power. Its journey begins with meticulous grape selection, followed by two years of maturation in large oak barrels, infusing it with complexity and depth. A further year of bottle ageing guarantees a seamlessly integrated character.

The Rivetto family, esteemed vintners since 1902, passionately oversees the winemaking process, embracing biodynamic and organic practices to guarantee the utmost respect for nature and terroir. Each sip of Rivetto Barolo del Comune di Serralunga d'Alba 2017 unveils layers of wild red berries, complex spice, and delicate floral undertones, gracefully married with silky tannins and an enduring finish. A supreme testament to the artistry of Piedmontese winemaking, it's an investment in absolute quality and sensory delight.

Wine Spectator (95)

Dense and muscular, with cherry, strawberry, rose, mineral and eucalyptus flavors in the grip of assertive tannins. Despite being lithe and light-bodied, this red finds equilibrium in the end, with the red fruit lingering on the finish. Best from 2026 through 2045. 1,009 cases made.

Wine Spectator (95)

Dense and muscular, with cherry, strawberry, rose, mineral and eucalyptus flavors in the grip of assertive tannins. Despite being lithe and light-bodied, this red finds equilibrium in the end, with the red fruit lingering on the finish. Best from 2026 through 2045. 1,009 cases made.

Wine Spectator (95)

Dense and muscular, with cherry, strawberry, rose, mineral and eucalyptus flavors in the grip of assertive tannins. Despite being lithe and light-bodied, this red finds equilibrium in the end, with the red fruit lingering on the finish. Best from 2026 through 2045. 1,009 cases made.

Vinous (96)

The 2017 Barolo Pira Vecchie Viti dazzles from the very first taste. It offers a wild, intoxicating bouquet married to notable depth, with firm yet polished tannins that wrap it all together. Sweet red fruit, blood orange, rose petal, cinnamon, dried herbs and star anise build as this rich yet classically austere Barolo shows off what it's got. It is a super-classic Roagna wine.

Vinous (96)

The 2017 Barolo Pira Vecchie Viti dazzles from the very first taste. It offers a wild, intoxicating bouquet married to notable depth, with firm yet polished tannins that wrap it all together. Sweet red fruit, blood orange, rose petal, cinnamon, dried herbs and star anise build as this rich yet classically austere Barolo shows off what it's got. It is a super-classic Roagna wine.

Wine Advocate (95)

This is a small production of just 986 bottles that Luca Roagna sources from a tiny parcel that he once described to me as a "house garden" more than a vineyard. The 2017 Barolo del Comune di Barolo is made with fruit from Terlo, and the vines are more than 50 years old. There is a hint of ripeness from the hot vintage with baked plum and blackcurrant. But the wine shows a nuanced and complex side with layers of grilled herb and crushed flowers.

Wine Advocate (95)

This is a small production of just 986 bottles that Luca Roagna sources from a tiny parcel that he once described to me as a "house garden" more than a vineyard. The 2017 Barolo del Comune di Barolo is made with fruit from Terlo, and the vines are more than 50 years old. There is a hint of ripeness from the hot vintage with baked plum and blackcurrant. But the wine shows a nuanced and complex side with layers of grilled herb and crushed flowers.

James Suckling (97)

Very subtle aromas of dried strawberry with cedar and flowers that follow through to a full body with tight, linear tannins that are focused and polished. Earth, spice and stone undertones. Extremely firm and long. Succulent. Racy and driven. Needs four or five years to open.

James Suckling (97)

Very subtle aromas of dried strawberry with cedar and flowers that follow through to a full body with tight, linear tannins that are focused and polished. Earth, spice and stone undertones. Extremely firm and long. Succulent. Racy and driven. Needs four or five years to open.