Giuseppe Rinaldi Barolo Tre Tine (magnum) 2010

Poured from magnum, and it immediately reminded me why Tre Tine deserves more conversation alongside Rinaldi's celebrated Brunate. Dried roses, tart cherry, iron, and a thread of tar, the nose is austere and precise, very much in keeping with 2010's character. Firm, grippy tannins dominate the palate right now, framing a core of focused fruit that feels wound tight and deliberately restrained. That laser-sharp concentration is the hallmark of this bottling in strong vintages, and it makes a compelling case that Tre Tine, at its best, is as classically Barolo as anything produced in the zone. Drink 2028–2050.