Gattinara Riserva

Score

92

"The 2015 Gattinara Riserva is an absolutely gorgeous wine. Rich and pliant in the glass, the 2015 offers a striking interplay of rich fruit, bright acids and tannic spine. A whole range of floral and savory overtones arrive later. Although quite accessible today, the 2015 has the energy and verve to drink well for many years to come. More importantly, it is an especially superb wine considering it is the ‘entry-level’ Gattinara in this range. It is so impressive, especially considering its price. I tasted the 2015 from a half bottle, the format currently available in the US."

Score

92

"Antoniolo's 2014 Gattinara is gorgeous. What a wine... Hints of pipe tobacco, dried cherry, mint and dried leaves give the 2014 lovely aromatic overtones to match its mid-weight personality. In the glass, the 2014 is nervy and bright, but it gains a bit of flesh over time. Traditionalists will adore this classically austere Gattinara from the Antoniolo family."