2001 Barolo Via Nuova
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Mid ruby with orange rim. Subdued. Iron. A little suppressed and not nearly as expressive as the other vintages and a little prickling on the nose. Same numbness on the palate. Very dry finish. Not really corked on the nose, but out of shape one way or the other. (WS)
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Antonio Galloni, Vinous
Stephen Tanzer, Vinous
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The 2001 Barolo Via Nuova wafts from the glass with freshly cut flowers, mint, red berries and spices. It shows quite a bit more energy and focus than the Cannubi. Via Nuova is a cooler site, but Boschis only used 50% new oak here, versus 100% for the Cannubi. Sweet herbal notes add complexity and intensity on the vibrant finish. This is a fascinating Barolo from Chiara Boschis that demands considerable attention for many reasons. The most obvious is the effect of 100% new French oak barrels with Nebbiolo. These two wines, when tasted side by side, make a compelling argument for restraint.
The 2001 Barolo Via Nuova wafts from the glass with freshly cut flowers, mint, red berries and spices. It shows quite a bit more energy and focus than the Cannubi. Via Nuova is a cooler site, but Boschis only used 50% new oak here, versus 100% for the Cannubi. Sweet herbal notes add complexity and intensity on the vibrant finish. This is a fascinating Barolo from Chiara Boschis that demands considerable attention for many reasons. The most obvious is the effect of 100% new French oak barrels with Nebbiolo. These two wines, when tasted side by side, make a compelling argument for restraint. Anticipated maturity: 2012-2021. Chiara Boschis has long made some of the prettiest Baroli in town. Her 2001s have matured nicely. I have a preference for the Via Nuova, a Barolo that generally plays second fiddle to the Cannubi. Not in 2001. Importer: Indigenous Selections, Fort Lauderdale FL; tel. (954) 963 6251
Medium red. Subdued but pure aromas of raspberry, cherry, nutmeg, flowers and mint. Fresh, sharply delineated and firmly built; distinctly tighter and more backward today than the showier Cannubi. This will need a good six or seven years of patience.