Rombone Barbaresco Nebbiolo

Figli Luigi Oddero, the Barolo producer in La Morra currently markets one Barbareso and all of the fruit comes from approximately 5 acres of vines they own in the Rombone MGA in Treiso.

Popped and poured. The 2018 “Rombone” pours a light ruby color with a transparent core; medium+ viscosity with no staining of the tears. On the nose, this is developing and already very pretty with Luxardo cherry, pomegranate, red flowers, dried earth and mild spices. On the palate, the wine is bone dry with medium+ tannin and medium+ acid. Confirming the notes from the nose. The finish is medium+ and grippy. A lovely Barbaresco showing the elegance and juiciness of the vintage. Drink now and through 2038.

Nice but flat. Not as vibrant as expected. Bottle variation?

Very expressive and nuanced. Singing!

Lovely wine. While I’ve enjoyed domestic Nebbiolo in the past, this is my first time enjoying a true Piedmont Barbaresco. I love the medium body and drying tannins. Lately I’ve shied away from “big red” wines, and it’s so nice to find another red that I can heartily enjoy. I may have opened this 2014 too soon, but i still love this wine. Patience is lost on me.

Louis-Philippe had this 7 years ago

Lots of spice, lots of truth.

French laundry @napa 7/16
Alex y nana

Pretty good barbaresco.

Bright acidity red fruits and plum. Elegant and polished instead of rich in texture. Paired great with salmon dish.

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