This is a fragrant, richly fruity, varietally-true Nebbiolo. It's drinking wonderfully now, but should improve over the next two years, and then hold nicely for a few more.Medium ruby color with a distinct brickish tinge. Classic Nebbiolo nose of slightly sourish cherry and dried cherry, couples with some gravelly earthiness and a nice cedary streak. The fireworks really kick in in the mouth, where it's got that quiet but surprising power that Barolos can have. Tons of liquid minerals but they seem in harmony with the chokecherry fruit. Very full, but with no heat, and pretty decent acidity to keep things lively. Long, lip-smacking finish. Maybe not the most complex Barolo I've ever had, but a real treat. A-. Was $27.99 from WTSO.com a few months ago. Imported by Superior Wines, Cranford, NJ.
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