This is a very good Barolo that was -- surprisingly for a Barolo -- a good buy. Big, fairly open, identifiably Nebbiolo, and nicely structured.Deep, dark ruby color with just the barest hint of amber at the edge of the rim. Extroverted nose of winey dark cherries, balsamic notes (including a bit of volatile acidity, though not enough to worry about), spiced balsa wood, and loamy earth. In other words, pretty complex. Burly and mouthfilling, it's got a boatload of tannin, but is showing lots of flavor right now: deeply minerally black cherry and loads of dark, schisty earth. Leaves the mouth reluctantly, with puckery tannins and acid, as well as long-lasting dark minerals. Very full-bodied. Kind of like a loud, gregarious 6'5" defensive lineman. B+. Got this for $24.99 from Wines Til Sold Out (wtso.com). Imported by Superior Wines, Crannford, NY.
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