Elio Grasso Barolo Gavarini Vigna Chiniera 2019
- jd98
- v96
- js94
| Category | Red Wine |
| Varietal | |
| Brand | Elio Grasso |
| Origin | Italy, Piedmont, Barolo |
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According to Gianluca Grasso, it’s all about the soil. He insists that the winemaking has minimal effect; it’s that sandy, calcareous soil of Monforte that is responsible for his world-class wines. He may be a bit humble-- it takes a steady hand to tame this wild fruit. Winemaking techniques certainly run the gamut in Barolo — from fleshy, dark, modern-style wines to more aromatically-driven, earthy, tannic examples. Often, the best wines are somewhere in the middle, and no producer in the region seems to find a better marriage of elegant aromatics and lush, powerful fruit than Gianluca and his father Elio.
The vineyards of Elio and Gianluca Grasso are situated in some of the best land in all of Piemonte, within the commune of Monteforte. The vineyard Gavarini is a fabulous site for Nebbiolo, due to its perfect exposition and its chalky, limestone-rich soil. The Gavarini displays high-toned, bright fruit aromas with a touch of spice and oak. On the palate it is rich, generous and smooth, with a mineral element that is unique to Gavarini. The length and depth are remarkable; expect long life in a proper cellar.
Jeb Dunnuck
- jd98
The 2019 Barolo Gavarini Chiniera is just superb, with layers of pure fruits and spices interwoven with vibrant cherry liqueur, candied roses, incense, and baking spice. Harmonious and balanced from the start, it offers ripe tannins, a seamless spine of fresh acidity, and fantastic length that leaves me wanting more. As it opens, it reveals more nuanced notes of apricot and saline earth. An outstanding medium to full-bodied red, this is one to cellar for a few years, as it has a ways to go before its full spectrum is revealed. Drink 2026-2050.
Vinous
- v96
The 2019 Barolo Gavarini Chiniera is brilliant and focused. Fine-grained tannins wrap around a core of bright, red-toned fruit, orange peel, cinnamon and crushed rocks. Linear and driven, the 2019 impresses with its energy, tension and nuance.
James Suckling
- js94
Perfumes of cinnamon, plums and dried flowers follow through to a medium body, with fine tannins that run the length of the wine. Hints of cedar and sandalwood. Crunchy and lightly chewy. Give this four or five years to soften. Best after 2028.
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Elio Grasso Barolo Gavarini Vigna Chiniera 2019 1.5L
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$250.00