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I’d forgive you if you’ve never heard of the phenomenal Baroli of Poderi e Cantine Oddero. They’ve been consistently ahead of the curve, leading to stratospheric quality but also rarity – and an ability to largely stay under the radar.
They were one of the first producers to take up the mantle of quality wine production in Piedmont, putting their name as a stamp of approval on their wines as early as the 18th century. Over one hundred years ago, they were also arguably the first to eschew selling in bulk – via small casks or demijohns – and began bottling with the 1878 vintage.
In the 1920s they took quality to the next level, creating the first ‘cru’s – small parcels farmed for individual character much like the great vineyards of Burgundy. Since then – many of these tiny cru are never publicly available. Every vintage, they’ve disappeared quickly and quietly upon release to a small list of private collectors and the top restaurants in Italy.
I don’t have to tell you what’s been going on in Italy this year, but with the cellar laid bare, I’ve had my pick of the litter. Perhaps the most knowledgeable of all the wine reporters on all things Italian wine is former Antonio Galloni and he spared no expense in his coverage of the vintage.
First he called it, “an ideal growing season” perfectly intersecting with winemakers that are in their primes resulting in “a vintage full of truly spectacular, breathtaking wines that captures all the pedigree that Nebbiolo and Barolo are capable of.”
He went on to single out several wineries by name including Oddero. But perhaps the most powerful statement from his coverage of this epic vintage is this: “For many growers, the 2016s are not just epic, they are career-defining wines.”
With less than four thousand bottles made, very little of the Oddero Barolo Villero typically makes it stateside, if any. Add in the fact that it comes from what may end up being one of the most historic vintages of all times and a 96 point score – and you can imagine my surprise when I got the call for this one.
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96 Points, Wine Spectator
Intense flavors of black currant and black cherry are shaded by iron, tar and tobacco in this toned yet powerful red. This is balanced, though needs time to absorb the dense, chalky tannins. The aftertaste extends the fruit element, along with mineral and tobacco accents. Best from 2023 through 2045.
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95 Points, James Suckling – 94 Points, Wine Spectator – 93 Points, Wine Enthusiast
The new release is here from outstanding winemaking team of Michel Rolland, Charles Thomas, Andy Erickson and David Jelenik. This one always represents one of the best quality-to-price ratios in all of Napa Cab and in the stellar 2021 vintage, this really stands out as one of the best the Valley has to offer. It’s a racy mix of Coombsville fruit from Atlas Peak that absolutely roars out of the bottle. Always one of Napa’s great bargains and a must have even as the price starts to sneak up here a little bit.
It’s always nice to be in good standing with one of the most beloved wine brands in America! These won’t last long! This is an opulent, powerful dark-fruited Cabernet with tightly woven tannins, that is just raring and ready to go. Textbook, full-bodied, revved up and ready to go, this new Caymus Napa Valley Cabernet is the definition of a crowd pleaser.
90 Points, Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate
Xavier Vignon’s brand spanking new CDR 100% is a thing of beauty. It’s already got a blessing from Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate who described this wine as, “Full-bodied, concentrated and supple”. This is a gorgeous and intricate blend that features all of the Southern Rhone appellations. This year, the blend was 40% Grenache, 25% Mourvedre, 15% Syrah, 7% Cinsault, 7% Marselan, 6% Terret Noir. Nobody can do it like the mad scientist, Xavier Vignon.
Winemaker Kian Tavakoli (Opus One, Clos du Val) continues to excel even while others struggle. In 2017, he still managed to deliver a beautiful and opulent Napa Valley Cabernet that’s both dark and juicy. The wine hails from both Coombsville and Rutherford, giving it distinct characteristics and a lot of drive. Deep ruby to the rim with excellent concentration, notes of Bing cherries, raspberry pie and hints of vanilla. On the palate, big wonderfully jammy fruit with young but impressive tannins and great length. The finish leaves notes of black cherry, and baked blueberry pie. Fantastic Napa value.
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