96 points Antonio Galloni (Vinous): "The 2019 Barbaresco Riserva Vecchie Vigne is one of the best recent vintages of this wine I have tasted. Rich, ample and explosive, with tremendous depth, the 2019 possesses massive richness as well as character. Sweet red cherry, rose petal, blood orange, cinnamon and mint all meld together effortlessly. The 2019 spent two and half years in cask, a bit less than in the past. Drink 2026-2039 (Oct 2022)"
95+ points Monica Larner (Wine Advocate): "With fruit from ancient vines, the Paitin 2019 Barbaresco Riserva Serraboella Sorì Paitin has a sharp and chiseled bouquet with lots of small-fruit definition, crushed stone, licorice and pressed rose. There's nice intensity and harmony here, and the wine is quite direct from the start. The acidity is present and so are the tannins, albeit polished, with tart almost unripe fruit that sets up a long runway for more bottle aging. This Riserva sees up to 45 days of skin contact during fermentation and ages in large Slavonian oak casks for an extended 30 months. Drink 2026-2043 (Apr 2024)"
95 points & 'Cellar Selection' Wine Enthusiast: "The Vecchie Vigne, a selection of massale clones the family started between 1948 and 1953, is a testament to their centuries-old connection to these hills, farming them since 1796. This wine is their story in a bottle, opening with enthralling aromas of wild rose, strawberry preserves, and freshly ground spices. Elegance is the wine's soul, with each sip providing depth, nuance, and excitement, like a book you can't put down. Graceful tannins and lifting acidity support an array of flavors that could fill their own tome. A magnificent Barbaresco to savor from 2026 onward. (Sep 2024)"
95 points Wine Spectator: "This red delivers expressive cherry and strawberry fruit, with a vibrant structure and opulent texture. Still leans to the austere side, with wild herb, mineral and menthol accents aligned to a chalky sensation on the lingering finish. Patience required. Best from 2026 through 2042. (Feb 2024)"
95+ points Monica Larner (Wine Advocate): "With fruit from ancient vines, the Paitin 2019 Barbaresco Riserva Serraboella Sorì Paitin has a sharp and chiseled bouquet with lots of small-fruit definition, crushed stone, licorice and pressed rose. There's nice intensity and harmony here, and the wine is quite direct from the start. The acidity is present and so are the tannins, albeit polished, with tart almost unripe fruit that sets up a long runway for more bottle aging. This Riserva sees up to 45 days of skin contact during fermentation and ages in large Slavonian oak casks for an extended 30 months. Drink 2026-2043 (Apr 2024)"
95 points & 'Cellar Selection' Wine Enthusiast: "The Vecchie Vigne, a selection of massale clones the family started between 1948 and 1953, is a testament to their centuries-old connection to these hills, farming them since 1796. This wine is their story in a bottle, opening with enthralling aromas of wild rose, strawberry preserves, and freshly ground spices. Elegance is the wine's soul, with each sip providing depth, nuance, and excitement, like a book you can't put down. Graceful tannins and lifting acidity support an array of flavors that could fill their own tome. A magnificent Barbaresco to savor from 2026 onward. (Sep 2024)"
95 points Wine Spectator: "This red delivers expressive cherry and strawberry fruit, with a vibrant structure and opulent texture. Still leans to the austere side, with wild herb, mineral and menthol accents aligned to a chalky sensation on the lingering finish. Patience required. Best from 2026 through 2042. (Feb 2024)"
| Product SKU | 351216 |
| Producer | Paitin |
| Country | Italy |
| Region | Piedmont |
| SubRegion | Barbaresco DOCG |
| Varietal | Nebbiolo |
| Designation | Riserva|Vecchie Vigne/Old Vines |
| Vintage | 2019 |
| Size | 750ml |
| Color | Red |
| ABV | 14.0% |
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