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Tasting notes
Score 87/100 · Drink 2001-2008, Robert Parker, Jun 2001

Sweet and ripe is the medium to full-bodied 1997 Barolo Mondoca di Bussia Soprana. It offers an excellent smoke, herb, licorice, and kirsch-scented bouquet. Soy and incense also make an appearance in the flavors. The wine is spicy, with low acidity, and noticeable glycerin. This offering is a medium weight, evolved, lush Barolo to drink over the next 6-7 years. Importer: Vinifera Imports, Ronkonkoma, NY; tel. (516) 467-5907

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88
88/100

Average Score

87
87/100

Robert Parker

88
88/100

Stephen Tanzer, Vinous

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88 points
Stephen Tanzer, Vinous
Score 88/100 · Stephen Tanzer, Vinous

Bright ruby-red. Sappy black cherry, licorice and spice aromas are quite high-pitched for '97. Sweet and chewy in the mouth, with hints of roasted fruits and moderate density. Finishes with a slightly medicinal black cherry character and mounting but rather fine tannins that seem much smoother than those of Oddero 96s.

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Poderi Oddero
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Grape Blend

Nebbiolo

Colour

Red

Taste

Dry

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