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Score 89/100 · Drink 2003-2016, Robert Parker, Jun 2001

This Serralunga d'Alba producer began to work with Marc de Grazia three years ago. From a vineyard with a southern exposure, the 1997 Barolo Gabutti reveals a dark garnet color with an amber edge. Aromas of smoke, tobacco, Provencal herbs, kirsch liqueur, and dried cherries are followed by a medium to full-bodied, dense, concentrated, powerful wine with excellent ripeness, a lush texture, and firm tannin in the finish. It gives conflicting indications of whether it will evolve quickly, or become more structured and enjoy 18 or more years of longevity. In any event, it is an excellent wine that falls just short of being outstanding. Anticipated maturity: 2003-2016. A Marc de Grazia Selection, various American importers, including Michael Skurnik, Syosset, NY; tel. (516) 677-9300, Vin Divino, Chicago, IL; tel. (773) 334-6700, and Estate Wines, Ltd., San Rafael, CA; tel. (415) 492-9411

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89
89/100

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89
89/100

Robert Parker

89
89+/100

Stephen Tanzer, Vinous

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89+ points
Stephen Tanzer, Vinous
Score 89+/100 · Stephen Tanzer, Vinous

Medium red. Pungent, very ripe aromas of red berry liqueur, dark chocolate and leather. Tightly wound and intensely flavored; vinous and firmly built. Doesn't quite convey the sweetness or flesh of the vintage, yet this wine is nicely concentrated and the tannins are in balance with its fruit. Notes of leather and game on the aftertaste.

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Gabutti-Boasso
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Red

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Dry

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