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!
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Gaja Barolo
(6x75cl)
2017
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Piedmont | - | - |
In Bond
€1,155.99 |
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Piedmont | 3 | - |
In Bond
€448.00 |
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Gaja Conteisa
(1x150cl)
2017
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Piedmont | - | 96 (VN) |
In Bond
€1,200.48 |
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Vinous (96)The 2017 Barolo Conteisa is rich, ample and inviting. Sweet pipe tobacco, cedar and dried flowers lend captivating aromatic presence to the Gaja family's La Morra Barolo. Even so, the 2017 is quite closed today, which is rather unusual for a wine that is typically far more open in the early going. That's probably a good sign for the future, though. Time in the glass brings out the classic Conteisa red-toned fruit profile. More than anything else, I am so impressed with how the 2017 gets better and better with air. This is a terrific showing. Sadly, production is down by about 50% because of severe selection. |
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Gaja Conteisa
(1x300cl)
2017
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Piedmont | - | 96 (VN) |
In Bond
€1,190.39 |
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Vinous (96)The 2017 Barolo Conteisa is rich, ample and inviting. Sweet pipe tobacco, cedar and dried flowers lend captivating aromatic presence to the Gaja family's La Morra Barolo. Even so, the 2017 is quite closed today, which is rather unusual for a wine that is typically far more open in the early going. That's probably a good sign for the future, though. Time in the glass brings out the classic Conteisa red-toned fruit profile. More than anything else, I am so impressed with how the 2017 gets better and better with air. This is a terrific showing. Sadly, production is down by about 50% because of severe selection. |
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Gaja Conteisa
(1x500cl)
2017
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Piedmont | - | 96 (VN) |
In Bond
€1,198.06 |
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Vinous (96)The 2017 Barolo Conteisa is rich, ample and inviting. Sweet pipe tobacco, cedar and dried flowers lend captivating aromatic presence to the Gaja family's La Morra Barolo. Even so, the 2017 is quite closed today, which is rather unusual for a wine that is typically far more open in the early going. That's probably a good sign for the future, though. Time in the glass brings out the classic Conteisa red-toned fruit profile. More than anything else, I am so impressed with how the 2017 gets better and better with air. This is a terrific showing. Sadly, production is down by about 50% because of severe selection. |
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Piedmont | 1 | 96 (VN) |
In Bond
€1,365.00 |
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Vinous (96)The 2017 Barolo Conteisa is rich, ample and inviting. Sweet pipe tobacco, cedar and dried flowers lend captivating aromatic presence to the Gaja family's La Morra Barolo. Even so, the 2017 is quite closed today, which is rather unusual for a wine that is typically far more open in the early going. That's probably a good sign for the future, though. Time in the glass brings out the classic Conteisa red-toned fruit profile. More than anything else, I am so impressed with how the 2017 gets better and better with air. This is a terrific showing. Sadly, production is down by about 50% because of severe selection. |
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Gaja Sperss
(1x150cl)
2017
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Piedmont | - | 98+ (JD) |
In Bond
€1,151.90 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (98+)From the estate’s property in Serralunga d’Alba, the 2017 Barolo Sperss is fresh with pine, perfectly ripe cherry, leather, and aniseed. It has classic Serralunga structure without being imposing, with ripe up-front fruit of dried raspberry as well as tea leaf, and refreshing acidity on the finish. It is layered with depth, but is remarkably drinkable now. This is a beautiful wine to finish out the Gaja lineup. Drink 2022-2042. |
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Gaja Sperss
(1x300cl)
2017
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Piedmont | - | 98+ (JD) |
In Bond
€1,151.90 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (98+)From the estate’s property in Serralunga d’Alba, the 2017 Barolo Sperss is fresh with pine, perfectly ripe cherry, leather, and aniseed. It has classic Serralunga structure without being imposing, with ripe up-front fruit of dried raspberry as well as tea leaf, and refreshing acidity on the finish. It is layered with depth, but is remarkably drinkable now. This is a beautiful wine to finish out the Gaja lineup. Drink 2022-2042. |
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Gaja Sperss
(1x500cl)
2017
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Piedmont | - | 98+ (JD) |
In Bond
€1,151.90 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (98+)From the estate’s property in Serralunga d’Alba, the 2017 Barolo Sperss is fresh with pine, perfectly ripe cherry, leather, and aniseed. It has classic Serralunga structure without being imposing, with ripe up-front fruit of dried raspberry as well as tea leaf, and refreshing acidity on the finish. It is layered with depth, but is remarkably drinkable now. This is a beautiful wine to finish out the Gaja lineup. Drink 2022-2042. |
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Piedmont | 1 | 98+ (JD) |
In Bond
€737.00 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (98+)From the estate’s property in Serralunga d’Alba, the 2017 Barolo Sperss is fresh with pine, perfectly ripe cherry, leather, and aniseed. It has classic Serralunga structure without being imposing, with ripe up-front fruit of dried raspberry as well as tea leaf, and refreshing acidity on the finish. It is layered with depth, but is remarkably drinkable now. This is a beautiful wine to finish out the Gaja lineup. Drink 2022-2042. |
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Gaja Sperss
(6x300cl)
2017
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Piedmont | - | 98+ (JD) |
In Bond
€1,175.14 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (98+)From the estate’s property in Serralunga d’Alba, the 2017 Barolo Sperss is fresh with pine, perfectly ripe cherry, leather, and aniseed. It has classic Serralunga structure without being imposing, with ripe up-front fruit of dried raspberry as well as tea leaf, and refreshing acidity on the finish. It is layered with depth, but is remarkably drinkable now. This is a beautiful wine to finish out the Gaja lineup. Drink 2022-2042. |
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Piedmont | 1 | 98+ (JD) |
In Bond
€1,405.00 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (98+)From the estate’s property in Serralunga d’Alba, the 2017 Barolo Sperss is fresh with pine, perfectly ripe cherry, leather, and aniseed. It has classic Serralunga structure without being imposing, with ripe up-front fruit of dried raspberry as well as tea leaf, and refreshing acidity on the finish. It is layered with depth, but is remarkably drinkable now. This is a beautiful wine to finish out the Gaja lineup. Drink 2022-2042. |
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Piedmont | 4 | 93 (WE) |
In Bond
€457.00 |
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Wine Enthusiast (93)Red berry, rose and camphor aromas waft out of the glass. Tangy and delicious, the smooth, full-bodied palate doles out ripe Marasca cherry, fleshy raspberry and hints of ground baking spice framed in taut, polished tannins. It's already accessible but also has good midterm aging potential. |
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Piedmont | 4 | 93 (WE) |
In Bond
€224.00 |
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Wine Enthusiast (93)Red berry, rose and camphor aromas waft out of the glass. Tangy and delicious, the smooth, full-bodied palate doles out ripe Marasca cherry, fleshy raspberry and hints of ground baking spice framed in taut, polished tannins. It's already accessible but also has good midterm aging potential. |
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Piedmont | 3 | 96 (WE) |
In Bond
€746.00 |
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Wine Enthusiast (96)Aromas of underbrush, pine forest, woodland berries and cedar form the enticing nose. Full-bodied and savory, the structured palate delivers ripe Morello cherry, raspberry compote, star anise and cinnamon before closing on pipe tobacco notes. Tightly knit but refined tannins provide the backbone, while surprisingly fresh acidity for the hot vintage keeps it balanced. |
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Piedmont | 1 | 96 (WE) |
In Bond
€329.00 |
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Wine Enthusiast (96)Aromas of underbrush, pine forest, woodland berries and cedar form the enticing nose. Full-bodied and savory, the structured palate delivers ripe Morello cherry, raspberry compote, star anise and cinnamon before closing on pipe tobacco notes. Tightly knit but refined tannins provide the backbone, while surprisingly fresh acidity for the hot vintage keeps it balanced. |
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Piedmont | 4 | 96 (WE) |
In Bond
€314.00 |
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Wine Enthusiast (96)Wild berry, menthol and tilled earth aromas mingle with whiffs of dark spice. Linear and savory, the lithe palate is already immediate, featuring juicy raspberry, red cherry, crushed mint and star anise accompanied by taut, polished tannins. Tangy acidity keeps it fresh and bright. |
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GD Vajra Barolo Ravera
(1x75cl)
2017
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Piedmont | - | 97 (WE) |
In Bond
€67.00 |
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Wine Enthusiast (97)From the township of Novello and from what is now widely recognized as one of the denomination's top vineyard sites, this is just stunning, offering intense aromas of wild berries, new leather, floral notes, camphor and grilled herb. The delicious, structured palate shows finesse and power, featuring ripe red cherry, blood orange, cedar, licorice and mineral notes suggesting tangy iron. Noble tannins provide support. Reflecting the vintage, this won't need years to come around but will also age well for at least another decade. |
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Piedmont | 1 | 97 (WE) |
In Bond
€299.00 |
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Wine Enthusiast (97)From the township of Novello and from what is now widely recognized as one of the denomination's top vineyard sites, this is just stunning, offering intense aromas of wild berries, new leather, floral notes, camphor and grilled herb. The delicious, structured palate shows finesse and power, featuring ripe red cherry, blood orange, cedar, licorice and mineral notes suggesting tangy iron. Noble tannins provide support. Reflecting the vintage, this won't need years to come around but will also age well for at least another decade. |
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Piedmont | 1 | - |
In Bond
€155.00 |
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Giacomo Borgogno Barolo Fossati
(6x75cl)
2017
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Piedmont | - | 86 (VN) |
In Bond
€1,198.06 |
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Vinous (86)Borgogno's 2017 Barolo Fossati is strict, narrow and lacking in freshness. I am not sure this site at elevation can carry a wine on its own, especially in challenging vintages. Actually, I am pretty sure it can't. |
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Giacomo Borgogno Barolo Liste
(6x75cl)
2017
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Piedmont | - | 89 (VN) |
In Bond
€1,198.06 |
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Vinous (89)The 2017 Barolo Liste is the most potent and brooding wine in this range. Iron, smoke, gravel, dried herbs, menthol and licorice add to an impression of gravitas. Huge tannins envelop the muscular finish. |
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Giacomo Borgogno Barolo Riserva Cannubi
(6x75cl)
2017
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Piedmont | - | 86 (VN) |
In Bond
€1,198.06 |
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Vinous (86)The 2017 Barolo Cannubi is an attractive if somewhat ethereal wine. I would prefer to drink it on the young side, as there is not a lot of freshness. Dried cherry, mint, cedar, tobacco and crushed leaves are the signs of a Barolo that is headed into maturity. |
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Piedmont | 2 | - |
In Bond
€367.00 |
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Piedmont | 1 | - |
In Bond
€873.00 |
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Giacomo Conterno Barolo Arione
(1x75cl)
2017
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Piedmont | - | - |
In Bond
€1,199.24 |
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Giacomo Conterno Barolo Arione
(2x75cl)
2017
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Piedmont | - | - |
In Bond
€426.80 |
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Giacomo Conterno Barolo Arione
(3x75cl)
2017
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Piedmont | - | - |
In Bond
€623.06 |
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Piedmont | 2 | - |
In Bond
€1,055.00 |
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Piedmont | 1 | 95 (VN) |
In Bond
€322.00 |
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Vinous (95)Conterno's 2017 Barolo Cerretta offers a classic expression of this Serralunga site. The tannins are just a bit nervy today, which lends a feeling of energy and brightness that is palpable. Bright floral and white pepper accents lift bright red-toned fruit in a Barolo that is wonderfully translucent and nuanced. |
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