Barolo Gavarini Chiniera 2020

Elio Grasso

Barolo Gavarini Chiniera
2020

$180.00

* Retail price including taxes and service fees if applicable
Service fees
$ 22.25
Product code
15277758
Format
6 x 750ml
Listing type
Private import
Status
Unavailable
Type of product
Still wine
Licensee price
$150.00
Country
Italy
Regulated designation
Denominazione di origine controllata e garantita (DOCG)
Region
Piedmont
Varietal(s)
Nebbiolo 100 %
Colour
Red
Closure type
Cork

About this winery

The Elio Grasso estate, located in the municipality of Monforte d'Alba, boasts 42 hectares of land, 24 of which are forests and meadows surrounding the 18 hectares of vineyards, within the World Heritage Site. Elio Grasso and his son Gianluca produce wine from prime Piedmontese sites, producing highly acclaimed wines such as Barolo Chinera, Barolo Casa Màte, and Barolo Runcot Riserva. The call of the land ultimately proved strong, and returning to Monforte d'Alba was likely only a matter of...

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Product notes

Slightly sandy limestone soil, southern exposure, 350-400 meters on 35-year-old vines First vintage: 1978

Production notes

The vinification of Gavarini Chiniera® Barolo DOCG involves alcoholic fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel vats, with daily pumping over. After malolactic fermentation, the wine is aged in 25-hectoliter Slavonian oak barrels. Bottling generally takes place in August. Gavarini Chiniera® Barolo DOCG then rests for 8 to 10 months in the cellar before being released.

Tasting notes

Garnet color. Open nose with aromas of elderberry, blackberry, and a hint of licorice. On the palate, we find black fruits, smoky flavors, and flint. The finish is delicate, mineral, and sensual. Pairs well with red meats and truffles.

Press reviews

Vinous

- 97 points -

Antonio Galloni, November 2023 (Vintage 2020)

The 2020 Barolo Gavarini Chiniera is a heady, almost exotic wine. Harvest took place on October 17, very late for the year. Hard candy, kirsch, menthol, dried rose petal, mint and blood orange infuse the 2020 with striking depth. The tannins, often incisive here, are remarkably polished. A wine of beautiful nuance and persistence, the 2020 Gavarini is not the most obvious wine in this range, but it could very well be the classiest. Don't miss it!

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Wine Advocate

- 95 points -

Monica Larner, April 2024 (Vintage 2020)

Showing a slightly heavier fruit profile from the hot vintage, the Elio Grasso 2020 Barolo Gavarini Chiniera has aromas of strawberry tart with gelatin; there is also a dark tarry note and clean earthy tones. You don't get the floral aromas as much in this wine. The wine is very focused on fruit and earth, with some background spice. It finishes smooth and with length, showing good acidity, and the tannins are present but not overwhelming.

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James Suckling

- 94 points -

James Suckling, January 2024 (Vintage 2020)

Dense ruby color. Fresh floral character of roses and violets with pomegranate fruit, licorice and spices. On the palate there are velvety tannins, crisp acidity and a biting yet not dry finish. Medium-bodied and quite warming at the end. Drink from 2026.

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