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94 points – The Wine Advocate, Antonio Galloni
The 2004 Barolo Ornato is the most distinguished Ornato yet. This Barolo remains very primary and backward, yet there is a haunting inner perfume that occasionally makes an appearance here and that augurs very well for the wine’s future. The tannins are fine but also beautifully balanced by the wine’s massive fruit. …Anticipated maturity: 2014-2034.
96 points – Wine Spectator, James Suckling...
Wine Description
The Story
Grape variety: 100% Nebbiolo
Vineyards: A single vineyards Barolo from very ripe grapes of three different plots of the famous Pio's Family-owned Ornato Estate in Serralunga d'Alba, one of the top vineyards in the whole Barolo area.
Vinification: Fermented in stainless steel with skin contact for 15 days.
Ageing: In mid toasted French oak for 36 months. 70% in new barriques and 30% in a 25 hectoliters casks.