2020 Produttori del Barbaresco "Rio Sordo" Barbaresco Riserva

Name: 2020 Produttori del Barbaresco "Rio Sordo" Barbaresco Riserva
SKU: 1849375
Price: 79.99 USD
Availability: OutOfStock
Rating: 94.8 (6 reviews)

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Jeb Dunnuck

Reviewed May 2025

The nose of the 2020 Barbaresco Riserva Rio Sordo is quite expressive and spiced, showing very nicely with ripe aromas of wild raspberries, cherries, fresh herbs, and blood orange spice. The palate gains in intensity, with good energy and a mineral drive. A very successful wine in this vintage, it’s going to have plenty of life over the next 15-20 years. (AF)

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Professional Reviews

Kerin O'Keefe

Review Date: 09/2024

Aromas of pine forest, dark spice, new leather and hint of truffle form the enticing nose on the impressive 2020 Rio Sordo Riserva. On the palate, taut extremely refined tannins accompany pomegranate, strawberry, citrus and star anise.

Wine Advocate

Review Date: 01/2025

The Produttori del Barbaresco 2020 Barbaresco Riserva Rio Sordo comes from an area that is further removed from the Tanaro River and has southwestern exposures. It shows a typical profile for Nebbiolo with rich fruit, a velvety mouthfeel and textural volume that is delivered with ample blackberry, blackcurrant and spice. The character of this wine is generous and rich. There is plenty of meat on these bones. (ML)

Vinous

Review Date: 10/2024

The 2020 Barbaresco Riserva Rio Sordo is pretty closed today, which is probably a very good sign for its aging prospects, as this site tends to produce wines that are more open than this. Dark cherry, plum, leather, incense and tobacco offer a decidedly somber expression of Rio Sordo. The 2020 clearly needs time. (AG)

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Orazio Campoli

K&L Buyer

Review Date: 07/2025

Rio Sordo presents itself as a smooth and full-bodied wine with dark fruit flavors and a wide mouthfeel. The wine stands apart from others because of its round shape and soft tannins which make it easy for people to enjoy.

Notes

Produttori del Barbaresco’s Rio Sordo Barbaresco Riserva 2020 is an elegant and approachable expression of Nebbiolo, showcasing finesse, balance, and complexity. The nose is perfumed and inviting, revealing aromas of red cherry, wild strawberry, and dried rose, intertwined with notes of sweet spice, cedar, and subtle earthiness. The palate is silky yet structured, offering juicy red fruit, fine-grained tannins, and a supple texture, all lifted by fresh acidity. A long, graceful finish lingers with nuances of balsamic, licorice, and crushed herbs.

Details

Type	Red Wine
Varietal	Nebbiolo
Origin	Barbaresco, Piedmont, Italy
Bottle Size	750 mL
SKU	1849375