Beppe Rinaldi RIP

Beppe Rinaldi has left us. È morto Beppe Rinaldi | Intravino

A sad day to be sure, but sometimes the alternative can be sadder.

What a character he was, and a fascinating person. He will of course be missed.

I was recently at the estate with Carlotta and she mentioned he was quite sick.
Condolences to the family.

He seemed quite well when I met him in his cellar two years ago. What a terrible loss. We are fortunate that his daughters are fully established in the winery and the great tradition will continue.

Thankful things are set up for the next generation but it’s gotta be so tough, heart breaks for the family.

Very sad news. To me he represented authenticity, in the deepest sense. I am sure that his “Cantina” will continue to do so in the hands of Carlotta and Marta.
He will be sorely missed.

And here’s Walter Speller’s:

AG’s tribute: Vinous | Explore All Things Wine

A beautifully written and heartfelt one.

It makes one realize, that this thing of ours is more than just the consumption of a beverage.

Here is a lovely statement by Angelo Gaja on Beppe:

It’s in Italian. I have attempted a translation (with help) here (it’s a pdf):