Vietti Masseria Barbaresco 2005

"There is such purity of fruit in this. Has a fabulous nose, with aromas of blackberry, raspberry and flowers. Full-bodied, with silky tannins and a long finish. Structured. Best after 2013. 450 cases made. "

94 Points

Wine Spectator

"I remember being blown away by the 2005 Barbaresco Masseria when I tasted it from barrel late in 2007. Now that the wine is in bottle it is every bit as impressive as my early tastings suggested. This is a Barbaresco that veers into Barolo territory in its scale, massive concentration and sheer opulence of fruit. An intense, super-ripe Barbaresco, it continues to improve in the glass, as its core of dark fruit gradually emerges from a wall of tannins. The wine shows utterly amazing integrity in its fruit and phenomenal balance, although patience is warranted. Vietti has produced yet another gem in the 2005 Barbaresco Masseria. Anticipated maturity: 2011-2021. "

94 Points

The Wine Advocate

"Good deep, healthy red. Black raspberry, violet, minerals and tar on the nose, plus a whiff of exotic fruits. Tight, pure and firmly structured; this seems sterner today than most examples of 2005 Barbaresco. But this very firm and youthfully oaky wine has the balance to age. Range: 91-93"

93 Points

International Wine Cellar

"A jaw-dropping tangle of complexity on the nose, with vanilla, mocha and cherry pie filling aromas. The concentrated palate shows serious aromas of tar, earth and leather, giving way to smoke, cherry and barbecue on the long finish. Give the tannins several years to smooth out before drinking. "

92 Points

Wine Enthusiast

"From a cru near Nieve planted with 40-year-old vines, Masseria in '05 is a plush expression of Barbaresco. It feels rich and full when first poured, all sweet cherry fruit and oak spice flash. The flavors integrate with air, the oak aromas shifting toward savory tobacco and cedar while the fruit becomes gentle and subtle. It's at once sleek and vibrant. Decant for a grilled rib eye."

92 Points

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