Barolo Terlo Costa Grimaldi Luigi Einaudi 2017 (750ML)

95 Points, Monica Larner, Robert Parker's Wine Advocate: "With fruit from old, southeast-facing vines, the Poderi Luigi Einaudi 2017 Barolo Terlo Vigna Costa Grimaldi shows very nicely in this hot vintage. The positioning of the vines and the age of the deeply furrowed roots surely play a big role toward achieving the balance and pretty intensity offered here. The wine is streamlined and tight, with no loose ends, held firmly together by fresh Nebbiolo acidity and well-managed tannins. There is a lot of power built up in this Terlo fruit, but the wine also reveals austerity and sharp lines. This wine is more about structure than it is fruit, and with an ample 11,266 bottles made, you can put a few of those aside for extra cellar aging." 10/21

92 points, Antonio Galloni, Vinous: “The 2017 Barolo Terlo Vigna Costa Grimaldi is a very pretty wine that shows how appealing the vintage is. Pliant and silky, with lifted floral accents, the Terlo is beautifully balanced and inviting from the very first taste. Sweet red/purplish berry fruit, rose petal, lavender, spice and mint wrap around the palate as the 2017 shows off its considerable charms.” 02/21

95 points, James Suckling, www.jamessuckling.com: “Subtle and refined with dried strawberries, flowers, cream and cedar. Medium body. Fine, creamy tannins and a flavorful finish. The tannins melt into the wine nicely. Drink in 2024.” 06/21

93 Points, Bruce Sanderson, Wine Spectator: "The smooth texture and steeped cherry and plum flavors bode well for this red, as eucalyptus, hay, tobacco and iron elements add depth. Firm, with ample fruit, a well-integrated structure and lingering finish. Best from 2024 through 2043. 583 cases made, 200 cases imported." 12/21