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2005 BARBARESCO Riserva Sottimano

2005 BARBARESCO Riserva Sottimano

Grapes: Nebbiolo  Origin: Italy, Piedmont
Lea & Sandeman review
Serious stuff this, and the only wine that is a blend from this estate. Coming from the oldest vines of the Cotta and Pajore vineyards this is made in the traditional style with two years on the lees in oak barrels. But not just any oak, this is Francois Freres (to whom Sottimano was introduced by the legendary Burgundian, Bernard Dugat-Py), the 'Rolls-Royce' of barrels, and made specifically for this wine. Incredibly concentrated and intense with massive tannic structure, length and power, and yet an extraordinary underlying elegance. Needs long decanting or many more years in bottle.

Other reviews and comments
The 2005 Barbaresco Riserva is a dense, powerful, fruit-driven Barbaresco that is virtually impenetrable at this stage. This old-vines selection from Cotta and Pajore remains incredibly primary and youthful. Dark fruit, smoke, leather and tar are just some of the notes that linger on the massive yet impressively round, harmonious close. Anticipated maturity: 2015-2030.   94/100
Antonio Galloni, The Wine Advocate
This is Sottimano's main event and we can see why. Deep, dark and handsome with hints of dark chocolate and coffee. It has a dark, slightly menacing tone to it at the moment, but only because of its youth. Leathery and tannic right now, this needs a bit more time to reveal its inner beauty.   94
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