Allergic-Info: This wine can contain sulfites
Alcoholic content: 13.50 %
yr. 2012 Gilbert & Gaillard:
88 of 100 Points.
"Gilbert & Gaillard" has rated the wine "Fontanafredda Vigna La Rosa, Barolo DOCG, Italy" from the vintage 2012 on 01.06.2018 with 88 of 100 points.
"Light red with mature highlights. Very fruity, delightful nose flowing into classic mineral, smoky and liquoricy tones. Fairly light-bodied on the palate yet balanced and showcasing more of the same pleasant aromas."
yr. 1971 Doctorwine:
90 of 100 Points.
"Doctorwine" has rated the wine "Fontanafredda Vigna La Rosa, Barolo DOCG, Italy" from the vintage 1971 on 05.12.2013 with 90 of 100 points.
"This has not received the appreciation it deserves for what it has represented in the history of Barolo. The grapes selected in 1971 perhaps produced their best wine in the past 50 years and it is outstanding for the qualities it can express. The color is a very clear red with nuances that are still lively, while the aroma is didactic for the way it recalls wilted rose and cacao before shifting towards pipe tobacco, porcinelli mushrooms and dried leaves. The mouthfeel is vigorous and still has distinct tannins. A Serralunga wine to the bone. 50-60 euros"
yr. 2007 Jeannie Cho Lee:
89 of 100 Points.
"Jeannie Cho Lee" has rated the wine "Fontanafredda Vigna La Rosa, Barolo DOCG, Italy" from the vintage 2007 on 29.05.2012 with 89 of 100 points.
"Combination of pu'er and white peony flavours on the nose with rounded fleshy palate. A full, generous wine with tannins that rise in the middle and finish. Very young with good potential to age/evolve beautifully. Tasted in: Hong Kong, China. Maturity: Drink."
yr. 2012 5StarWines - Vinitaly:
91 of 100 Points.
"5StarWines - Vinitaly" has rated the wine "Fontanafredda Vigna La Rosa, Barolo DOCG, Italy" from the vintage 2012 on 28.04.2017 with 91 of 100 points.
yr. 2013 Decanter World Wine Awards:
91 of 100 Points.
"Decanter World Wine Awards" has rated the wine "Fontanafredda Vigna La Rosa, Barolo DOCG, Italy" from the vintage 2013 on 01.01.2017 with 91 of 100 points.
yr. 2012 Falstaff Magazin:
91 of 100 Points.
"Falstaff Magazin" has rated the wine "Fontanafredda Vigna La Rosa, Barolo DOCG, Italy" from the vintage 2012 on 25.11.2018 with 91 of 100 points.
yr. 2011 Wine Spectator:
93 of 100 Points.
"Wine Spectator" has rated the wine "Fontanafredda Vigna La Rosa, Barolo DOCG, Italy" from the vintage 2011 on 29.02.2018 with 93 of 100 points.
yr. 2012 Wine Enthusiast:
94 of 100 Points.
"Wine Enthusiast" has rated the wine "Fontanafredda Vigna La Rosa, Barolo DOCG, Italy" from the vintage 2012 on 09.01.2018 with 94 of 100 points.
yr. 2011 Wine Enthusiast:
94 of 100 Points.
"Wine Enthusiast" has rated the wine "Fontanafredda Vigna La Rosa, Barolo DOCG, Italy" from the vintage 2011 on 02.01.2018 with 94 of 100 points.
yr. 2011 Vinous Antonio Galloni:
92 of 100 Points.
"Vinous Antonio Galloni" has rated the wine "Fontanafredda Vigna La Rosa, Barolo DOCG, Italy" from the vintage 2011 on 01.12.2015 with 92 of 100 points.
yr. 2012 Gilbert & Gaillard:
88 of 100 Points.
"Gilbert & Gaillard" has rated the wine "Fontanafredda Vigna La Rosa, Barolo DOCG, Italy" from the vintage 2012 on 01.06.2016 with 88 of 100 points.
"Light red with mature highlights. Very fruity, delightful nose flowing into classic mineral, smoky and liquoricy tones. Fairly light-bodied on the palate yet balanced and showcasing more of the same pleasant aromas."
yr. 1971 Doctorwine:
90 of 100 Points.
"Doctorwine" has rated the wine "Fontanafredda Vigna La Rosa, Barolo DOCG, Italy" from the vintage 1971 on 05.12.2013 with 90 of 100 points.
"This has not received the appreciation it deserves for what it has represented in the history of Barolo. The grapes selected in 1971 perhaps produced their best wine in the past 50 years and it is outstanding for the qualities it can express. The color is a very clear red with nuances that are still lively, while the aroma is didactic for the way it recalls wilted rose and cacao before shifting towards pipe tobacco, porcinelli mushrooms and dried leaves. The mouthfeel is vigorous and still has distinct tannins. A Serralunga wine to the bone. 50-60 euros"
yr. 2007 Jeannie Cho Lee:
89 of 100 Points.
"Jeannie Cho Lee" has rated the wine "Fontanafredda Vigna La Rosa, Barolo DOCG, Italy" from the vintage 2007 on 29.05.2012 with 89 of 100 points.
"Combination of pu'er and white peony flavours on the nose with rounded fleshy palate. A full, generous wine with tannins that rise in the middle and finish. Very young with good potential to age/evolve beautifully. Tasted in: Hong Kong, China. Maturity: Drink."
yr. 2012 5StarWines - Vinitaly:
91 of 100 Points.
"5StarWines - Vinitaly" has rated the wine "Fontanafredda Vigna La Rosa, Barolo DOCG, Italy" from the vintage 2012 on 28.04.2017 with 91 of 100 points.
yr. 2013 Decanter World Wine Awards:
91 of 100 Points.
"Decanter World Wine Awards" has rated the wine "Fontanafredda Vigna La Rosa, Barolo DOCG, Italy" from the vintage 2013 on 01.01.2017 with 91 of 100 points.
yr. 2012 Falstaff Magazin:
91 of 100 Points.
"Falstaff Magazin" has rated the wine "Fontanafredda Vigna La Rosa, Barolo DOCG, Italy" from the vintage 2012 on 25.11.2016 with 91 of 100 points.
yr. 2011 Wine Spectator:
93 of 100 Points.
"Wine Spectator" has rated the wine "Fontanafredda Vigna La Rosa, Barolo DOCG, Italy" from the vintage 2011 on 29.02.2016 with 93 of 100 points.
yr. 2012 Wine Enthusiast:
94 of 100 Points.
"Wine Enthusiast" has rated the wine "Fontanafredda Vigna La Rosa, Barolo DOCG, Italy" from the vintage 2012 on 09.01.2016 with 94 of 100 points.
yr. 2011 Wine Enthusiast:
94 of 100 Points.
"Wine Enthusiast" has rated the wine "Fontanafredda Vigna La Rosa, Barolo DOCG, Italy" from the vintage 2011 on 02.01.2016 with 94 of 100 points.
yr. 2011 Vinous Antonio Galloni:
92 of 100 Points.
"Vinous Antonio Galloni" has rated the wine "Fontanafredda Vigna La Rosa, Barolo DOCG, Italy" from the vintage 2011 on 01.12.2015 with 92 of 100 points.
yr. 2018 Wine Enthusiast:
95 of 100 Points.
"Wine Enthusiast" has rated the wine "Fontanafredda Vigna La Rosa" from the vintage 2018 on 01.09.2022 with 95 of 100 points.
"Floral aromas of rose and iris mingle with bright red berry and mint on this fragrant, elegantly structured red. All about finesse, the vibrant palate features red cherry, pomegranate, star anise and cinnamon alongside smooth, silky tannins. Bright acidity provides balance and energy. It's already showing beautifully but will age well for years. Drink 2023-2033. Kerin O'Keefe"
yr. 2018 Raffaele Vecchione - WinesCritic.com:
93 of 100 Points.
"Raffaele Vecchione - WinesCritic.com" has rated the wine "Fontanafredda Vigna La Rosa" from the vintage 2018 on 01.01.2022 with 93 of 100 points.
"Elegante nel profilo sensoriale alterna note delicate di petali di rosa, pompelmo rosa e muschio bianco. Corpo medio-pieno, tannini morbidi di grana fine ed un finale profondo e perfettamente bilanciato in tutte le componenti dolci e dure. Meglio dal 2024."
yr. 2017 Raffaele Vecchione - WinesCritic.com:
93 of 100 Points.
"Raffaele Vecchione - WinesCritic.com" has rated the wine "Fontanafredda Vigna La Rosa" from the vintage 2017 on 01.08.2021 with 93 of 100 points.
"Maturo e concentrato mostra note di fragole, foglia di pomodoro, cassis, gerani bagnati e cioccolato bianco. Corpo medio-pieno, tannini morbidi perfettamente maturi ed un finale composto ed equilibrato che si esalta dal centro palato in poi per succosità e precisione d'esecuzione. Meglio dal 2022."
yr. 2017 Wine Enthusiast:
95 of 100 Points.
"Wine Enthusiast" has rated the wine "Fontanafredda Vigna La Rosa" from the vintage 2017 on 01.07.2021 with 95 of 100 points.
"Rose, forest berry, dark spice and crushed mint aromas shape the nose on this fragrant red. The full-bodied, delicious palate features juicy Marasca cherry, strawberry compote and star anise alongside youthfully tight, fine-grained tannins. It closes on a white pepper note. It's elegant but still young, so give it a few more years to fully integrate and develop. Drink 2025-2032. Kerin O'Keefe"
yr. 2016 Andreas Larsson - Tasted:
95 of 100 Points.
"Andreas Larsson - Tasted" has rated the wine "Fontanafredda Vigna La Rosa" from the vintage 2016 on 01.12.2020 with 95 of 100 points.
"Medium deep ruby red colour with a tawny hue. Floral and elegant nose with rose petal, violet, wild berries, chocolate and fine tobacco. Nice palate with good volume and weight, yet a rounded already silky and seductive texture, layers of finely spicy red fruit, well-integrated oak, warm, lush and very long finish. Stylish and elegant."
yr. 2016 Raffaele Vecchione - WinesCritic.com:
95 of 100 Points.
"Raffaele Vecchione - WinesCritic.com" has rated the wine "Fontanafredda Vigna La Rosa" from the vintage 2016 on 01.12.2020 with 95 of 100 points.
"Estremamente profumato e nobile il profilo principale di questo Barolo che emoziona nei tratti sottili di ciliegie, petali di rosa, melagrana, succo di pompelmo e fiori di arancia. Rigorosamente mediterraneo il sottofondo ricco di maggiorana e bacche di ginepro. Corpo medio-pieno, ingresso cremoso al palato con tannini perfettamente polimerizzati ed un finale armonico e radioso. Che bello. Meglio dal 2022."
yr. 2016 Falstaff:
92 of 100 Points.
"Falstaff" has rated the wine "Fontanafredda Vigna La Rosa" from the vintage 2016 on 01.10.2020 with 92 of 100 points.
"Leuchtendes Rubinrot. In der Nase zarte Würze, dann nach Tomatenpaste, etwas Himbeere, im Nachhall leicht pfefferwürzig. Am Gaumen kompakt mit griffigem Tannin, salziger Kern, noch sehr jung, straffes Finish."
yr. 2016 Wine Enthusiast:
95 of 100 Points.
"Wine Enthusiast" has rated the wine "Fontanafredda Vigna La Rosa" from the vintage 2016 on 01.09.2020 with 95 of 100 points.
"Rose, red-berry, wild herb and baking-spice aromas take center stage on this fragrant, elegant red. Loaded with finesse, the full-bodied palate delivers strawberry compote, star anise and cinnamon alongside a mineral note evoking rusty nail. Taut polished tannins and bright acidity provide the age-worthy framework. Drink 2024-2046. Kerin O'Keefe"
yr. 2016 Vinum Wine Magazine:
17 of 20 Points.
"Vinum Wine Magazine" has rated the wine "Fontanafredda Vigna La Rosa" from the vintage 2016 on 01.08.2020 with 17 of 20 points.
"Beeindruckt mit Aromen von Steinobst, Kirschblüten und Kräutern; im Mund saftig, kernig und voll, die Gerbstoffstruktur und das Säurespiel perfekt ausbalanziert. Vereint Fülle und Rasse, sollte noch reifen!"
yr. 2015 Wine Enthusiast:
94 of 100 Points.
"Wine Enthusiast" has rated the wine "Fontanafredda Vigna La Rosa" from the vintage 2015 on 01.12.2019 with 94 of 100 points.
"Always one of the most elegant bottlings from Serralunga, thanks to the higher sand content in the vineyard's soil, this opens with enticing scents of pressed rose, fragrant blue flowers, pipe tobacco and a whiff of camphor. Linear, structured and loaded with finesse, the palate evokes sour cherry, cranberry compote, cinnamon and licorice while tightly knit but extremely refined tannins provide support. Drink 2022-2030. Kerin O'Keefe"
yr. 2013 Wine Enthusiast:
92 of 100 Points.
"Wine Enthusiast" has rated the wine "Fontanafredda Vigna La Rosa" from the vintage 2013 on 01.07.2019 with 92 of 100 points.
"Menthol, licorice and woodland berry aromas follow over to the luminous, elegant palate, along with white pepper and wild cherry. Bright acidity and firm, refined tannins lend both balance and finesse. Drink 2020-2033."
yr. 2015 Vinum Wine Magazine:
17 of 20 Points.
"Vinum Wine Magazine" has rated the wine "Fontanafredda Vigna La Rosa" from the vintage 2015 on 01.06.2019 with 17 of 20 points.
"Fein ziselierte Waldfrucht-Nase mit schönem Schmelz; am Gaumen geschmeidig und anmutig, Säure und Tannine in Symbiose, gehaltvoll am Gaumen, im Finale saftig und lang. Hervorragende Machart, sollte reifen."
yr. 2014 Wine Enthusiast:
94 of 100 Points.
"Wine Enthusiast" has rated the wine "Fontanafredda Vigna La Rosa" from the vintage 2014 on 01.11.2018 with 94 of 100 points.
"Compelling scents of rose, iris, wild berry, aromatic herb and a whiff of menthol practically leap out of the glass in this fragrant red. Supremely elegant, the savory, focused palate delivers red cherry, pomegranate, licorice and a burst of orange zest alongside taut, polished tannins. It's wonderfully balanced by bright acidity. Drink 2024-2034. Kerin O'Keefe"
yr. 2013 Andreas Larsson - Tasted:
93 of 100 Points.
"Andreas Larsson - Tasted" has rated the wine "Fontanafredda Vigna La Rosa" from the vintage 2013 on 01.02.2018 with 93 of 100 points.
"Pale ruby colour with a tawny rim. Elegant perfume with floral hints, rose petal, wild berries, fine praline and mild spices. The palate is delicious, supple and rounded with layers of wild berry fruit, tobacco, pain d'épices and a bright freshness underneath. Long and lingering finish still with a slight tannic bite but fine layers and complexity."
yr. 2013 Falstaff:
91 of 100 Points.
"Falstaff" has rated the wine "Fontanafredda Vigna La Rosa" from the vintage 2013 on 01.12.2017 with 91 of 100 points.
"Funkelndes, aufhellendes Granatrot. Ansprechende, fein gezeichnete Nase mit Noten nach Rosenblättern, Preiselbeeren und Zwetschken, im Hintergrund herb. Straff am Gaumen, öffnet sich mit präsentem, dichtmaschigem Tannin, baut sich gut auf, feine Frucht, tiefgründig."
yr. 2013 Vinum Wine Magazine:
17 of 20 Points.
"Vinum Wine Magazine" has rated the wine "Fontanafredda Vigna La Rosa" from the vintage 2013 on 01.10.2017 with 17 of 20 points.
"Aromen von reifen Beeren, auch Blüten und Holz; am Gaumen stoffig und ausgewogen, die Gerbstoffe sind robust und perfekt eingebunden, ein Wein mit charaktervollem Auftakt, wird mit der Belüftung immer eleganter."
yr. 2012 VertdeVin:
90 - 91 of 100 Points.
"VertdeVin" has rated the wine "Fontanafredda Vigna La Rosa" from the vintage 2012 on 01.05.2017 with 90 - 91 of 100 points.
"The nose is fruity , gourmand, racy , elegant , quite fine and slightly powerful . It reveals notes of cassis/ blueberry and chocolate associated with touches of wild strawberry , cherry, a discreet hint of redcurrant jam as well as hints of gray pepper , licorice stick, spices and an imperceptible hint of racy minerality . The palate is fruity , mineral , silky , slightly fleshy and offers a beautiful volume as well as a beautiful suavity . In the mouth this wine expresses notes of wild strawberry , crushed / dried redcurrant associated with touches of cassis, fleshy violet plum as well as slight hints of licorice and chocolate . Tannins are fine and very slightly dry. There is a very discreet hint of salinity and suavity on the finish."
yr. 2012 Andreas Larsson - Tasted:
90 of 100 Points.
"Andreas Larsson - Tasted" has rated the wine "Fontanafredda Vigna La Rosa" from the vintage 2012 on 01.02.2017 with 90 of 100 points.
"Light to medium deep ruby red with an orange rim. Fragrant and perfumed with some floral notes, red fruit like cherry and Roséhip with ginger and pepper notes. The palate is rather dense, already with a rounded texture, elegant red fruit, a fine spiciness, well balanced tannin/acidity and a long, smooth finish, a fine example with good drinkability."
yr. 2012 Falstaff:
91 of 100 Points.
"Falstaff" has rated the wine "Fontanafredda Vigna La Rosa" from the vintage 2012 on 01.11.2016 with 91 of 100 points.
"Funkelndes, sattes Rubin-Granat. Intensive und fein gezeichnete Nase, duftet satt nach Rosenblättern und Himbeeren, im Hintergrund leicht salzige Töne. Saftig und glatt am Gaumen, zeigt viel präsente Frucht, vor allem Kirsche, geschliffenes, feinmaschiges Tannin, saftig."
yr. 2012 Vinum Wine Magazine:
17 of 20 Points.
"Vinum Wine Magazine" has rated the wine "Fontanafredda Vigna La Rosa" from the vintage 2012 on 01.09.2016 with 17 of 20 points.
"Verführerisches Bouquet mit Noten von roten Beeren, Leder, Salbei; saftig-harmonische Textur mit fein ziselierten Gerbstoffen, aber auch viel Fülle und Schliff, endet lang und vielschichtig. Grosser Wein, der aber schon jetzt Spass macht."
yr. 2011 Andreas Larsson - Tasted:
92 of 100 Points.
"Andreas Larsson - Tasted" has rated the wine "Fontanafredda Vigna La Rosa" from the vintage 2011 on 01.02.2016 with 92 of 100 points.
"Developed colour here, with a light ruby core and slightly orange toward the rim. Indicating some maturity and evolution. The nose is still fairly youthful with more primary fruit. Mostly on the red fruity side, like sweet red berries, with cherry, sweet cherry, a mild spiciness. Some floral hints like rose petal and a hint of fine tobacco. Good grip on the palate, quite dense here. Already with what I would say integrated tannin. There is a lot of extract but I think the texture appears quite subtle already, at least for this style, which is a Nebbiolo that can be quite fierce when young. So I Iike this attractive fruit, Roséhip and red berries. With a fine spiciness of cardamom, white pepper, vanilla. There might be a hint of wood in the background, but the wood is really present so you do not really feel it. Juicy with a long and lingering finish. Still a youthful wine, but perfectly enjoyable and doubtlessly with a fine potential."
