2000 Fratelli Revello Barolo Vigna Gattera
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The 2000 Barolo Gattera finds its balance with time in the glass. It is a gorgeous wine, still quite fresh in its red fruit, flowers and spices. The oak is ever-present, both in the flavor profile and the firm, unyielding tannins. Still, the Gattera has aged nicely and will continue to drink well for some time.
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The 2000 Barolo Gattera finds its balance with time in the glass. It is a gorgeous wine, still quite fresh in its red fruit, flowers and spices. The oak is ever-present, both in the flavor profile and the firm, unyielding tannins. Still, the Gattera has aged nicely and will continue to drink well for some time. This is a very strong showing for brothers Enzo and Carlo Revello. The 2000s have developed beautifully.
(aged in 50% new barriques, vs. 20% for the normale Good deep red. Fruitier aromas of raspberry and spiced meats. Juicy, bright red berry flavors complicated by minty and saline nuances. More primary and a bit denser than the regular Barolo. Here the tannins are also a tad dry, but hit the palate later.
The 2000 Barolo Gattera is elegant and fragrant with its anisette and rose petal nose, stylish in its fine-grained tannins and texture, but needs more flesh and impact. Drink: 2005-2015. ||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 Wine Advocate.August, 2005