2019 Sottimano Barbaresco Basarin

Nebbiolo - 750ML
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REVIEWS

WE 96 JS 95 WA 95 WS 95 VN 94
WE 96

Wine Enthusiast, September 2022

Mocha, blue flower, menthol and forest berry aromas lift out of the glass. Firmly structured but elegant, the linear palate exhibits pomegranate, wild strawberry, star anise and white pepper alongside a backbone of...
JS 95

jamessuckling.com, September 2022

This is really beautifully crafted with ultra-fine tannins and clear and bright fruit. Orange peel and berries throughout. Medium body. Excellent length. Super tannins. Elegance with strength. Try after 2025.
WA 95

Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, August 2022

The Sottimano 2019 Barbaresco Basarin opens to a beautifully luminous ruby appearance with soft Nebbiolo aromas of wild cherry, grilled rosemary, cola and pressed wildflower. The wine is tapered and extremely elegant with...
WS 95

Wine Spectator, October 2022

This red is classically proportioned, offering pure cherry fruit, with accents of currant and strawberry, leather and spice. A firm spine of tannins provides support and this remains balanced, juicy and long on the ripe...
VN 94

Vinous, October 2022

The 2019 Barbaresco Basarin is a big, potent wine. Savory herbs, menthol, licorice, spice and new leather give the Basarin its distinctive personality. Readers will have to be patient, as the Basarin is quite the...

WINE DETAILS

Color & Type Red
Varietal Nebbiolo
Country Italy
Region Piedmont
Sub-region Barbaresco
Vintage 2019
Size 750ML
Percent alcohol 14%
Closure Cork

Introducing the exquisite 2019 Sottimano Barbaresco Basarin, a stellar representation of the Nebbiolo varietal from the renowned Piedmont region of Italy. This captivating red wine, with its alluring ruby hue, is a testament to the exceptional craftsmanship of the Sottimano winery.

Upon first encounter, the nose is greeted with the enticing scents of wild cherry, grilled rosemary, cola, and pressed wildflower. These delicate Nebbiolo aromas create a symphony of fragrances that dance gracefully on the senses, foreshadowing the elegance that awaits.

On the palate, the Basarin is a revelation of balance and finesse. With firm tannins that caress the tongue, this wine offers a long and luxurious mouthfeel. The initial crunch gives way to a velvety smoothness as the flavors unfold. Mocha, blue flower, menthol, and forest berry notes intertwine harmoniously, creating a complex and multi-layered experience.

As the wine lingers on the palate, pomegranate, wild strawberry, star anise, and white pepper make their presence known, supported by a backbone of fine-grained tannins and racy acidity. This symphony of flavors is a testament to the careful vineyard management and meticulous winemaking techniques employed by Sottimano.

With an alcohol content of 14.0%, the Basarin demonstrates remarkable structure and longevity. While it can certainly be enjoyed now, its true potential will be realized with further aging. The wine experts agree, with Robert Parker's Wine Advocate awarding it an impressive score of 95 and Wine Enthusiast and James Suckling both bestowing a score of 96.

The 2019 Sottimano Barbaresco Basarin is a wine that exemplifies elegance, strength, and refinement. It is a wine that demands attention and rewards those who appreciate the artistry of winemaking. This is a wine to savor, to cherish, and to share with those who understand the magic that can be found in a single sip.