| Source |
Reviewer |
Rating |
Maturity |
Current (Release) Cost |
Wine Advocate #
167
Oct 2006 |
Antonio
Galloni |
95 |
Drink: 2011 -
2021 |
$90-$100
(96) |
| My favorite wine has
typically been the Ciabot Mentin Ginestra, which comes from vines
planted at 400 meters with a south to southeast exposure, which
gives the wine its characteristic explosive aromas. The Pajana
comes from a vineyard at 300 meters in altitude, with a due south
exposure, and as would be expected, it is less perfumed on the
nose, but rounder and lusher on the palate. Clerico’s Percristina
is produced from old vines planted in the south-facing Mosconi cru.
Stylistically I find it more similar to the Pajana, though the
older vines give this wine a more concentrated profile along with
heady, exotic aromas and flavors. The richly-colored 2001 Barolo
Ciabot Mentin Ginestra opens with an unmistakable Ginestra nose of
menthol, eucalyptus, spices and minerals. It is dense and
structured, showing plenty of ripe dark cherry fruit, licorice, tar
and toasted oak flavors, with exceptional length and substance on
the palate, and closing with an inviting, beautiful, lingering
finish that makes you want to come back to the wine time and again.
Clerico’s Ciabot Mentin Ginestra was one of the first Barolos that
really captivated my attention and for me it remains this
producer’s most representative wine. It is a superb achievement and
one of the highlights of the vintage. Anticipated maturity:
2011-2021. |
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