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Giuseppe Cortese Barbaresco 2020 750ml

size
750ml
country
Italy
region
Piedmont
appellation
Barbaresco
DC
93
WS
93
WA
92
VM
92
WNR
92
JS
92
JD
91
Additional vintages
2020 2019 2018 2017
DC
93
Rated 93 by Decanter
Restrained if not reductive. It seems to be herbal, almost unripe, on the nose, but then the fruit is fresh redcurrant with whiffs of complexity. Crunchy tannins and crisp acidity with fragrant fruit on the palate which is quite biting on the finish, yet savoury too, A very tense Barbaresco, very classic with a sort of old style, definitely not ready to drink now but plenty of character. It deserves attention for ageing. An extremely classic estate with old vines. Fermentation in concrete and large Slavonian oak for ageing. ... More details
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Giuseppe Cortese Barbaresco 2020 750ml

SKU 933518
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Professional Ratings
DC
93
WS
93
WA
92
VM
92
WNR
92
JS
92
JD
91
DC
93
Rated 93 by Decanter
Restrained if not reductive. It seems to be herbal, almost unripe, on the nose, but then the fruit is fresh redcurrant with whiffs of complexity. Crunchy tannins and crisp acidity with fragrant fruit on the palate which is quite biting on the finish, yet savoury too, A very tense Barbaresco, very classic with a sort of old style, definitely not ready to drink now but plenty of character. It deserves attention for ageing. An extremely classic estate with old vines. Fermentation in concrete and large Slavonian oak for ageing.
WS
93
Rated 93 by Wine Spectator
A fresh, juicy red highlighted by cherry, plum, tar, grass and eucalyptus flavors. Gains support from vibrant acidity and pliable tannins as this cruises to a long aftertaste of fruit, vegetal and mineral notes. Best from 2026 through 2040.
WA
92
Rated 92 by Wine Advocate
The Giuseppe Cortese 2020 Barbaresco delivers aromas of crushed rose, redcurrant, licorice and camphor ash. The mouthfeel is lean and polished, and this classic Barbaresco offers a solid near to medium-term drinking window thanks to its open, fruit-forward style. It ages in Slavonian oak casks for 18 months, and 10,000 bottles were released this past spring.
VM
92
Rated 92 by Vinous Media
The 2020 Barbaresco is redolent of crushed flowers, sweet red berry fruit, cedar, spice, orange peel, new leather and white pepper. Aromatic, lifted and quite brilliant, the 2020 is super-expressive in the early going. All the elements are so well balanced. This is so pleasurable today.
WNR
92
Rated 92 by Winery
Rated 92 - Made with grapes from the Rabajà and Trifolera crus, this smooth red has aromas of violet, berry and wild herb. On the palate, polished tannins gracefully support juicy cherry, orange zest and dark spice. Fresh acidity keeps it balanced. Drink through 2030. - Kerin O’Keefe
JS
92
Rated 92 by James Suckling
Subtle aromas of red berries, ground spices and dried red flowers with hints of nutmeg and citrus peel. Medium-bodied and juicy with velvety, nicely integrated tannins and a polished finish. Attractive now, but better from 2025.
JD
91
Rated 91 by Jeb Dunnuck
Aged for 18 months in cask, the 2020 Barbaresco is a pale ruby and has a floral perfume of grenadine, red flowers, and fresh tarragon. It is medium-bodied, with fine tannins and a linear feel as well as notes of fresh cranberry, zesty orange, and fresh earth. A refreshing style with a focused feel, drink it 2024-2032.
Product Details
size
750ml
country
Italy
region
Piedmont
appellation
Barbaresco
Additional vintages
2020 2019 2018 2017
Overview
Restrained if not reductive. It seems to be herbal, almost unripe, on the nose, but then the fruit is fresh redcurrant with whiffs of complexity. Crunchy tannins and crisp acidity with fragrant fruit on the palate which is quite biting on the finish, yet savoury too, A very tense Barbaresco, very classic with a sort of old style, definitely not ready to drink now but plenty of character. It deserves attention for ageing. An extremely classic estate with old vines. Fermentation in concrete and large Slavonian oak for ageing.
green grapes

Varietal: Nebbiolo

Nebbiolo grapes have been grown for centuries in the hilly region of northern Italy, and have more recently started to appear in many New World countries, too, where modern vintners have expressed great enthusiasm for their fine characteristics. Their fame and popularity is widely known, and the Nebbiolo varietal is recognized as the grape responsible for producing the legendary fine wines of Italy. Indeed, this grape is packed full of intense and interesting flavors, ranging from truffle and prune, to tobacco and violets, making the wines they produce a sensory delight which simply get better the longer they are aged. The grapes also lend a beautifully pale red color to their wines, which helped secure their place as some of the finest and most elegant to be found anywhere on earth.
barrel

Region: Piedmont

Situated in the north-western part of Italy, the region of Piedmont is known worldwide and is highly respected for the quality of the wines produced there. Many of the most successful sub-regions in Piedmont produce many of the world's finest red wines, such as those made from the excellent Nebbiolo grape varietal in areas such as Barolo and Barbaresco. However, the historic wineries which typify this region use a relatively wide variety of grapes, including Dolcetto and Barbera for their red wines, which are typically aged and have a delightful velvety character. Piedmont isn't all about beautifully complex red wines, though, as it is also famed for high quality, elegant sparkling wines, notably the Asti wines made with the white Moscato grape. The region benefits from a range of terroirs which are often well expressed in the sparkling wines, and a wonderfully consistent climate ideal for vineyard cultivation.
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Country: Italy

Italy is recognised as being one of the finest wine producing countries in the world, and it isn't difficult to see why. With a vast amount of land across the country used primarily for vineyard cultivation and wine production, each region of Italy manages to produce a wide range of excellent quality wines, each representative of the region it is produced in. Any lover of Italian wines will be able to tell you of the variety the country produces, from the deliciously astringent and alpine-fresh wines of the northern borders, to the deliciously jammy and fruit-forward wines of the south and the Italian islands. Regions such as Barolo are frequently compared with Bordeaux and Burgundy in France, as their oak aged red wines have all the complexity and earthy, spicy excellence of some of the finest wines in the world, and the sparkling wines of Asti and elsewhere in Italy can easily challenge and often exceed the high standards put forward by Champagne. Thanks to excellent terrain and climatic conditions, Italy has long since proven itself a major player in the world of wines, and long may this dedication to quality and excellence continue.
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Varietal: Nebbiolo

Nebbiolo grapes have been grown for centuries in the hilly region of northern Italy, and have more recently started to appear in many New World countries, too, where modern vintners have expressed great enthusiasm for their fine characteristics. Their fame and popularity is widely known, and the Nebbiolo varietal is recognized as the grape responsible for producing the legendary fine wines of Italy. Indeed, this grape is packed full of intense and interesting flavors, ranging from truffle and prune, to tobacco and violets, making the wines they produce a sensory delight which simply get better the longer they are aged. The grapes also lend a beautifully pale red color to their wines, which helped secure their place as some of the finest and most elegant to be found anywhere on earth.
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Italy is recognised as being one of the finest wine producing countries in the world, and it isn't difficult to see why. With a vast amount of land across the country used primarily for vineyard cultivation and wine production, each region of Italy manages to produce a wide range of excellent quality wines, each representative of the region it is produced in. Any lover of Italian wines will be able to tell you of the variety the country produces, from the deliciously astringent and alpine-fresh wines of the northern borders, to the deliciously jammy and fruit-forward wines of the south and the Italian islands. Regions such as Barolo are frequently compared with Bordeaux and Burgundy in France, as their oak aged red wines have all the complexity and earthy, spicy excellence of some of the finest wines in the world, and the sparkling wines of Asti and elsewhere in Italy can easily challenge and often exceed the high standards put forward by Champagne. Thanks to excellent terrain and climatic conditions, Italy has long since proven itself a major player in the world of wines, and long may this dedication to quality and excellence continue.