Giuseppe Cortese Barbaresco Rabaja

95 points Wine Enthusiast

Classic Nebbiolo aromas of rose, violet and woodland berry shape the enticing nose along with whiffs of truffle and crushed mint. Full bodied and elegantly structured, the smooth, delicious palate boasts juicy black cherry, crushed raspberry, star anise and Alpine herb alongside velvety tannins. Surprisingly fresh acidity for the hot vintage keeps it beautifully balanced.

91 points Wine Advocate

Because no Riserva was bottled in 2017, Rabajà fruit went to this wine instead. The Giuseppe Cortese 2017 Barbaresco Rabajà offers tart fruit aromas of white cherry, red currant and blue flower. There are pretty dustings of crushed stone, light smoke and camphor ash. This is a lean and silky wine that offers a streamlined mouthfeel framed by linear and powdery tannins. The wine sees fruit sourced from a larger span of the Rabajà cru, spanning some four hectares. The finished wine ages in Slavonian oak casks for 22 months, plus 14 months in glass

93 points Wine Spectator

An elegant red, full of cherry, strawberry, mint and earth notes. Firm and balanced, with lively acidity driving the mouthwatering finish. Chalky tannins leave a tactile impression.

95 points James Suckling

The floral character to the ripe, pretty fruit is very persuasive, as is the minerality to the wine. Medium to full body, very fine tannins and a long, flavorful finish. Really racy and fine-grained