Poderi Luigi Einaudi
Poderi Luigi Einaudi
Dogliani Grignolino 2018
3.1. Nice, tasty, light Italian red. On sale for $15.19, regularly $16.79. — 5 years ago
Poderi Cellario
È! Rosato Rosé Blend
bubblegum pink; strawberry, bubblegum, wildflowers; juicy, cherry, watermelon, finishes with a bit of phenolic bitterness; light bodied, dry, crisp acidity, 13% ABV; made from Dolcetto sourced from San Luigi Vineyard & Nebbiolo from Galli Vineyard in the Langhe, spontaneously fermented, aged 6-8 months in stainless steel, organic, vegan; 1L, $21 — 7 years ago
Poderi Luigi Einaudi
Villero Barolo Nebbiolo 2019
2019 Villero tannins well integrated — 2 years ago
Poderi Luigi Einaudi
Vino Barolo Nebbiolo 2016
Initially tight/closed after 1 hour decant. Started to open up on hour 2. Very enjoyable. Likely better in 1-2+ years. — 5 years ago
Poderi Luigi Einaudi
Monvigliero Barolo Nebbiolo
Vintage 2019 | very complex layered smell with roses, cedarwood. Rich and balanced smell that engages me more than the true to type taste with lots of bitters. — 2 years ago
Peter Michael Winery
Au Paradis Oakville Cabernet Sauvignon 2012
Okay, one big note for all 7 of the terrific Xmas eve and Xmas wines. Started off with the cab/cab franc blends. Peter Michael Au Paradise ‘12 at 93 pts. The splendid Favia Cerro Sur ‘07 at 95 pts. Xmas eve traditional dinner of Meatballs and penne at 98 pts beat the Luigi Einaudi barolo mag ‘10 at 92 pts. Early Xmas day drinking started with a solid ‘16 VASO sauv blanc at 93 pts. Traditional Turkey dinner was accented by my first 100 pts post on Vinous : ‘15 Peter Michael Point Rouge Chard. Into the bad ass cabs. ‘07 Chappellet Pritchard Hill at 96 pts and ‘05 Shafer Hillside Select at 99 pts. What a holiday drinking lineup to toast a shit 2020. — 5 years ago
Freddy R. Troya
Poderi Luigi Einaudi “Ludo” Barolo 2020 Barolo DOCG – Piedmont – Italy 🇮🇹
Overview Crafted entirely from 100% Nebbiolo, this 2020 Barolo from Poderi Luigi Einaudi showcases a more graceful and approachable expression of the appellation while still preserving Barolo’s unmistakable structure and aromatic complexity. The “Ludo” bottling leans toward elegance and finesse rather than sheer power, allowing the purity of Nebbiolo to shine beautifully even in its youth.
Aromas & Flavors Expressive notes of sweet cherry, dried rose petals, cola, blue flowers, rosemary, and delicate baking spices unfold gradually in the glass. Subtle earthy undertones and hints of tar begin to emerge with air, giving the wine additional Piedmontese character and depth.
Mouthfeel Light to medium-bodied for Barolo standards, yet layered and refined. Young tannins remain present and structured, suggesting excellent aging potential, while the wine already delivers a silky texture and elegant persistence. Bright acidity keeps the palate energetic and lifted.
Food Pairings Excellent with truffle pasta, braised short ribs, mushroom risotto, osso buco, roasted duck, or aged Parmigiano Reggiano.
Verdict A truly delightful and elegant Barolo that highlights finesse over force. The 2020 vintage is already highly enjoyable now with decanting, though the youthful tannic backbone clearly hints at greater complexity ahead with additional bottle age. A refined introduction to traditional Nebbiolo structure without overwhelming austerity.
Did You Know? Nebbiolo is one of the latest-ripening grape varieties in Italy, often harvested deep into October. Its name is believed to derive from nebbia (“fog” in Italian), referencing the autumn fog that blankets Piedmont during harvest season.
🍷 Personal Pick This is the kind of Barolo that quietly wins people over, aromatic, transparent, and elegant rather than aggressively powerful. A beautiful reminder that Barolo does not always need to shout to be compelling.
— 13 days ago