1982 Barolo Rocche
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What a treat it is to taste the four epic vintages of the 1980s side by side. The 1982 Barolo Rocche, from one of my favorite Barolo vintages, is stunning. An eccentric, wild Barolo, the 1982 possesses soaring aromatics, silky fruit and exceptional overall balance. There is something about the 1982 that is simply magical. I am not sure I can explain it with words, but this is my first glass I drink to the very last drop. The 1982 was one of the last wines at Vietti to be fermented in oak, before the arrival of stainless steel tanks. Today it is a gem from a bygone era.
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Antonio Galloni, Vinous
Antonio Galloni, Vinous
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Among the 1980s vintages, I loved the 1982 for its perfumed aromatics, ripe fruit and silky, finessed tannins. It was a great and very representative 1982. Tasting the 1989 and 1990 side by side provided a fascinating comparison of these two great Barolo vintages.