Guido Porro Barolo "Vigna Rionda" 2021 750ml

Guido Porro · Barolo DOCG · Vigna Rionda · 2021

Guido Porro Barolo “Vigna Rionda” 2021 expresses the depth, perfume and structure of this celebrated Serralunga d'Alba vineyard. Made from 100% Nebbiolo, it layers ripe red cherry and wild raspberry with rose petals, violets and dried herbs. Licorice, sweet tobacco and earthy mineral notes add complexity, while vibrant acidity and firm, refined tannins carry a long, savory finish.

The Producer & Vineyard

Fourth-generation winemaker Guido Porro follows traditional methods that emphasize vineyard character and Nebbiolo purity. Vigna Rionda lies in the Langhe hills of Piedmont, with calcareous clay and limestone soils supporting wines known for elegance, structure and long-term development.

The estate inherited 0.8 hectares in Vigna Rionda in 2011 and replanted with a massal selection from its oldest Lazzarito plot. The concentrated, fresh and refined 2021 vintage has earned particular praise for its aromatic lift, layered palate and persistence. Built for patient cellaring, this Barolo can develop greater aromatic complexity and a silkier texture with maturity.

Expert Reviews

Kerin O'Keefe, KerinOKeefe.com, 99 Points · 2021: "Guido Porro nailed the 2021 vintage as all the firm's Barolos demonstrate, especially the compelling Vigna Rionda. Still youthfully austere with racy tension, the structured, elegant palate delivers red cherry, strawberry compote, nutmeg and licorice set against a backbone of close-grained, velvety tannins. Bright acidity keeps it balanced and energized. An incredible showing. Drink 2036-2051. Abv: 15%"

Michaela Morris, Decanter, 98 Points · 2021: "Upon inheriting 0.8ha in Vignarionda in 2011, the estate replanted the vineyard with a massal selection from their oldest plot in Lazzarito. Despite the young age of vines, this exhibits extraordinary profundity, character and breed. It unfurls slowly with heady florals, toasted hazelnut and smoky incense. The palate is still tightly knit around a matrix of sweet, rich berries, tangy pomegranate, violet and chestnut. Long, silky tannins are seamlessly integrated but not ready to yield their commanding grip. Piercing and persistent in length. Soulfully satisfying, this is among the top wines of the vintage."

Antonio Galloni, Vinous, 97 Points · 2021: "The 2021 Barolo Vignarionda is a total knockout. Crushed rose petal, kirsch, mint, blood orange, sweet spice and candy are all beautifully lifted. This is the first Porro Rionda that captures the haunting inner perfume, the sweetness, the finesse that are all at the heart of what makes Rionda one of the very top sites in Barolo. Readers will find a wine of beguiling complexity and class."

Audrey Frick, JebDunnuck.com, 96 Points · 2021: "Pouring a jeweled ruby hue, the 2021 Barolo Vignarionda is the most layered wine in the lineup. Aromas of wild raspberries, licorice, alpine herbs, and dark stones emerge from the glass. Medium-bodied but expansive on the palate, it brings forward mouthwatering energy with bright acidity and ripe tannins. Sweet citrus and mineral notes carry through the long finish. Drink 2026-2046."

Pairing & Serving

Pair with braised beef, roasted lamb, wild game, porcini mushrooms, truffle risotto or aged cheeses. For near-term enjoyment, consider decanting and serving slightly below room temperature. The critics offer different drinking windows: Audrey Frick suggests 2026–2046, while Kerin O'Keefe recommends 2036–2051.

Details

• Producer: Guido Porro
• Vintage: 2021
• Bottle size: 750ml
• Country: Italy
• Region: Piedmont
• Subregion: Langhe, Serralunga d'Alba
• Appellation: Barolo DOCG
• Vineyard: Vigna Rionda
• Grape: 100% Nebbiolo
• Type: Red wine
• Style: Dry, structured
• Soils: Calcareous clay and limestone
• Winemaking: Traditional methods
• Aging potential: Suitable for long-term cellaring