Giuseppe Rinaldi, Barolo Brunate Le Coste, 2001

Giuseppe Rinaldi's family winemaking legacy dates to the late 19th century, with the current winery established in 1918. Current proprietor "Beppe" Rinaldi revived his grandfather's blending concept upon taking over in 1992, creating two Barolo blends from six hectares. Brunate Le Coste combines the prestigious Brunate vineyard—celebrated since the 1300s with calcareous-clayey soils producing characteristic violet aromas—with the gentler Le Coste hillside parcels. This blending philosophy softens Brunate's intensity while maintaining complexity. Beppe employs balanced techniques incorporating selective innovations while respecting tradition. The 2001 is considered exceptional—one of the finest vintages of the last two decades with beautiful growing conditions. La Morra's expression (where Brunate sits) emphasizes fruit and floral aromatics. The wine shows great depth of ripe fruit with lively acidity and robust tannins. Aging potential is extraordinary—continued maturation projected through two more decades. Currently at beautiful secondary maturity.