Tasting Notes

WA96

It's hard not to be smitten by the 2009 Barolo Riserva Vigna Elena. This is a gorgeous expression with a compelling sense of depth, flavor intensity and extraction. This wine is made with a rare Nebbiolo clone called Rosè. It was not produced in 2008 because damaging hailstorms ruined much of the fruit that year. Riserva Vigna Elena exhibits enormous attention to detail with micro aromas of wild berry, spice, cola, licorice and white truffle that are fused together in a penetrating aromatic front. The tannins finely textured and silky.

V95

A deep, powerful wine, the 2009 Barolo Riserva Vigna Elena boasts remarkable balance for the vintage. The flavors are dark and resonant to the core in a Barolo built on textural depth. Cocoa, mocha, spices, menthol, leather and sage all add notable dimensions of complexity as this seamless Barolo captivates the senses with its inviting personality. I imagine the 2009 Vigna Elena will reward consumers with a long and broad drinking window.

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