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Pietro Rinaldi 2007 Vigna San Cristoforo Nebbiolo (Barbaresco)

Price $45

Here’s a bold and modern Nebbiolo from the San Cristoforo cru with a rich, extracted appearance followed by intense aromas of ripe cherry, spice, black licorice, slate roof and dried tobacco leaf. The tannins are dusty and drying but give excellent structure to the wine’s overall richness and opulence. — M.L. (12/1/2010)

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Pietro Rinaldi 2008 San Cristoforo Nebbiolo (Barbaresco)

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Here’s a very impressive Barbaresco with lush concentration and a beautiful, deep color. Aromatically, the wine puts forth layers of mature cherry, dark chocolate, red rose and cigar box. It’s a structured, hefty style that would pair with grilled meats. Wait 5-10 years before drinking. — M.L. (9/1/2011)

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Pietro Rinaldi 2009 San Cristoforo Nebbiolo (Barbaresco)

Price $36

This opens with a plush, dark appearance and generous aromas of ripe fruit, tobacco, hazelnut and bitter chocolate. It delivers balance, determination and polished tannins. — M.L. (9/1/2012)

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Pietro Rinaldi 2008 Nebbiolo (Barolo)

Price $34

This opens with smoky overtones and pulpy richness, with tones of cinnamon, crushed clove, blackberry and plum. The palate shows accents of fresh cola and chopped mint. — M.L. (9/1/2012)

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Pietro Rinaldi 2008 Monvigliero Nebbiolo (Barolo)

Price $40

Crisp and slender, this offers drying tannins and aromas of fresh berry and white cherry. It shows a subdued and elegant personality overall. — M.L. (9/1/2012)

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Pietro Rinaldi 2005 Bricco Cichetta Barbera (Barbera d'Alba)

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Price $33

An appealing and very intense nose of sweet dark fruit and anise. The palate did not quite match the promise of the nose; and while it showed the same intensity of fruit, it did seem edgy, and the finish was a little disappointing. — M.G. (12/22/2011)

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Pietro Rinaldi 2005 Madonna di Como Dolcetto (Dolcetto d'Alba)

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Price $21

The nose is a lovely mix of violets, strawberry, and jasmin. The palate lacks the intensity of the nose, although the bright fruit floral elements still come through in a muted form. The finish is short to medium. An pleasant wine that needs a touch more concentration. — M.G. (12/22/2011)

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Bricco Cichetta Madonna di Como Monvigliero San Cristoforo Vigna San Cristoforo

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