Fontanafredda
Barolo La Rosa 2001
Italy
About the SessionItaly dominates the auction, led by a considerable depth of Tuscan greats. Fontodi spans the full range of the estate from the benchmark Chianti Classico through multiple vintages of Flaccianello della Pieve, their iconic Sangiovese IGT, to the crown jewel Vigna del Sorbo Chianti Classico Gran Selezione. The jewel in the crown of Tuscan reds, Brunello di Montalcino is well represented with offerings from Il Poggione, Casanova di Neri, Silvio Nardi, and the rare Gaja Pieve Santa Restituta. A group of curated Italian Collections rounds out the Italian session, offering mixed selections ideal for those seeking range across multiple producers in a single lot.
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Critics Ratings
“Deep ruby with brickstone rim. Still very young nose, very little tertiary development, only a touch of mushroom, but all fruit otherwise. Touch lifted from the alcohol. Youthful palate with fantastic tannin.” - Walter Speller, JancisRobinson.com, 17/20 (Jun 2012)
“Loads of tar and blackberries on the nose. Full-bodied, with soft, round tannins and a pretty fruity finish. This is balanced.” - Wine Spectator, 90/100 (Feb 2006)
“The 2001 Barolo Vigna La Rosa emerges from the glass with sweet rose petals, spices and dried red cherries.....” - Antonio Galloni, Vinous, 91/100 (Apr 2012)
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