Rinaldi/Giuseppe Barolo Brunate 2018

97 points Susan Hulme (The Wine Independent): "The 2018 Barolo Brunate from Giuseppe Rinaldi has aromas of warm spice , wild herbs and dried fruit. On the palate it is warm, soft, round, creamy with a little memory of brown sugar sweetness but of course the wine is bone dry. This is a traditional Barolo with power and intensity but feels much brighter and more modern in the context of the fruit. It is focused, with lovely mouth-watering freshness and a refinement to the tannins though they are still firm and assertive. This, together with the vivacity of the fruit, gives a modern twist to a traditional theme. This is a very exciting wine and to achieve this concentration in 2018 feels like an amazing achievement. Wait at least two three years and drink for 25 plus. Alcohol 14.5%. Drink: 2025-2047. (7/13/22)"

97 points Luca Gardini: "A Barolo of great recognizability, from the Brunate cru, Barolo territory. The nose has hints of red cherry, with touches of turmeric, mint and hints of pepper leaf. The mouthfeel is juicy and spicy, with salty tannins. Finish with officinal-fruity return. Very long persistence. (May 2022)"

95 points Antonio Galloni (Vinous): "Rinaldi's 2018 Barolo Brunate is one of the more satisfying wines of the vintage. Austere, medium in body and classic in feel, with that extra bit of textural resonance that is such a Brunate signature, the 2018 has real potential. Dark cherry, melted road tar, tobacco, spice, menthol, sage and licorice all build in the glass. The 2018 is going to need a few years to soften and start hitting its stride, but all the ingredients are there. It's a powerhouse, that much is certain. Drink: 2028-2043. (Feb 2022)"

94 points James Suckling: "Aromas of strawberries, orange cordial and mushrooms with some dust follow through to a medium body with round tannins and a juicy finish. Very subtle at the end and slightly open-grained on the palate. It already drinks nicely. Drink or hold. (5/9/24)"