Barolo Baudana Luigi Baudana 2022 (750ML)

94 Points, Kerin O'Keefe, KerinOKeefe.com: "Aromas of rose, violet, camphor and crushed red berry form the nose on the Luigi Baudana 2022 Barolo along with a whiff of pine forest. Full-bodied and already accessible, the enveloping palate reveals succulent Morello cherry, strawberry jam, blood orange and licorice accompanied by velvety tannins and tangy acidity. Drink through 2032." 02/26

96 Points, Audrey Frick, JebDunnuck.com: "Pouring a jeweled ruby hue, the 2022 Barolo Baudana is beautifully perfumed with notes of framboise, violets, and fresh lavender. Medium-bodied, it carries remarkable energy across the palate, with an expanding mid-palate and refined tannins that reveal more structure with air. Balanced acidity and impressive persistence complete the wine. Drink 2027-2048." 04/26

95 Points, Jeff Porter, WineEnthusiast.com: "Baudana arrives firm, structured and completely sure of itself, the tart and ripe red fruits sitting lip smackingly alive on the palate with a focused energy that draws you in and holds you there. The power and elegance this great vineyard delivers vintage after vintage are both fully present and beautifully balanced, and the fact that this was achieved in such a challenging year. They know that when the going get's tough, the tough get going and their hard work paid off in spades. Drink from 2028" 09/26

94 Points, Monica Larner, Robert Parker's Wine Advocate: "From a prized MGA in Serralunga d’Alba, the Luigi Baudana 2022 Barolo Baudana shows an etched, chiseled personality with a prominent mineral vein that comes across as rusty nail, accented by light fruit tones of dried cherry and cassis alongside notes of pressed rose and violet on the bouquet. The Baudana cru sits on compact, iron-rich soils in Serralunga d’Alba, which often translate into the firm structure and mineral tension evident in the glass. I like the tension and forward drive of this cutting wine, which leaves the palate clean and satisfying." 07/26