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Oddero Barolo Vigna Rionda Riserva 2009

  • Monica Larner
    96 Points
  • Wine Spectator
    94 Points
Oddero Barolo Vigna Rionda Riserva 2009
  • Monica Larner
    96 Points
  • Wine Spectator
    94 Points
Oddero Barolo Vigna Rionda Riserva 2009
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Oddero Barolo Vigna Rionda Riserva 2009

SKU: OVRR200910 UCAU
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Oddero is one of the great, historic, traditional Barolo houses with a long history spanning over 200 years. There are mentions of the Oddero family in La Morra as far back as the 1700’s though the family was likely there even before that point.

The winery was among the first producers to estate bottle their Barolo – in the late 1800’s, a time when most wine was sold in bulk either by demijohn or barrel. There are even records of their wine being sold to the USA at that point as well. It was Giacomo Oddero (born 1926) and his brother Luigi

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Oddero Barolo Vigna Rionda Riserva 2009

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Tasting Notes

Oddero Barolo Vigna Rionda Riserva 2009 epitomizes the art of traditional Barolo winemaking, crafted by one of La Morra’s most historic and revered estates. With a winemaking heritage dating back over 200 years, Oddero has played a pivotal role in shaping the identity of the Barolo region. The winery’s long-standing tradition of estate bottling, initiated in the late 1800s, highlights their dedication to quality and authenticity, marking them as pioneers when most wines were sold in bulk. Early export records confirm Oddero’s reputation extended as far as the United States in the 19th century, underscoring its international acclaim.

This prestigious Riserva is sourced exclusively from the Vigna Rionda vineyard, one of the most esteemed and historic crus within the Barolo appellation. The 2009 vintage stands out as one of the finest of recent decades, renowned for its balance of intensity and elegance. Exceptional weather conditions that year allowed for optimal ripening, resulting in a wine with impressive structure, vibrant acidity, and immense aging potential. The vineyard’s unique calcareous clay soils contribute pronounced mineral complexity and finely grained tannins that are characteristic of this celebrated site.

Meticulously crafted using time-honored methods passed down through generations, the Vigna Rionda Riserva reveals a deeply concentrated bouquet of ripe dark cherries, tar, licorice, and delicate floral notes of rose petals. On the palate, it displays full-bodied richness, layered complexity, and a harmonious balance between bright acidity and velvety tannins. This wine embodies the power, finesse, and depth that define classic Barolo, making it a prized selection for collectors and connoisseurs who appreciate wines of extraordinary pedigree.

Oddero’s commitment to estate bottling and rigorous quality control ensures each bottle captures the true expression of Nebbiolo and the terroir of La Morra. As a private cellar selection, the 2009 Vigna Rionda Riserva reflects the winery’s enduring legacy and expertise, offering a refined and prestigious wine experience.

Discover the unparalleled craftsmanship and historic significance behind this exceptional Barolo, a testament to Oddero’s heritage and the remarkable 2009 vintage, crafted for those who value the enduring grandeur of Italy’s most iconic red wine.

Critic Scores

Again, this wine is typically released ten years after the harvest, and so in the case of the 2009 Barolo Riserva Vignarionda, we are right on time. Balsamic notes and lovely shades of spearmint lift from a bouquet that offers so much green and herbal intensity. This is a delicate and ethereal expression and a very special wine that has little primary fruit or secondary aromas left. The bouquet has moved fully into the tertiary realm with those fleeting and ephemeral perfumes that rise so gently. This vintage does not have the same density and darkness that you get in the similarly warm 2011 edition, and that won't be missed. I prefer this wine to the 2011 vintage, but I would also suggest a shorter drinking window here. Note that Vignarionda will not be a Riserva in the 2014 edition.

A complex bouquet of cherry compote, truffle, licorice, leather, caramel and spice notes joins forces with fading fruit, toffee, coffee and tar flavors in this powerful young red. This is maturing well, revealing flashes of pointed tannins that have yet to be resolved on the finish. Best from 2021 through 2033.

Vinification & Cultivation

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Vineyard Cultivation

Vigna Rionda, another prized La Morra parcel in Oddero's portfolio, benefits from south-facing exposure and the same Miocene limestone subsoil that defines this sector of Barolo. The 2009 vintage was widely praised across Piedmont for its balance: summer warmth and autumn ripeness combined with freshening overnight temperatures to yield Nebbiolos of exceptional complexity and colour depth. Oddero's vineyard practice emphasises selective harvesting and minimal yields, typically 50 quintals per hectare, preserving concentration.

Vinification

The 2009 Vigna Rionda Riserva followed the house tradition of long maceration (up to 30 days) on skins in large botti, promoting gentle extraction and aromatic development. Post-fermentation, the wine spent the legally required minimum three years ageing in large oak (35-50 HL casks), without new oak, allowing Nebbiolo's savory minerality and secondary tannin refinement. Naturally occurring malolactic fermentation continued through the early oak phase, enriching complexity.

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