Very enjoyable Barolo but without the traditional markers. kDark fruit and some undergrowth mature notes on the nose. Well balanced, maybe a bit oaky (?) impression and warm finish. The tannins had softened considerably, though. I quite like the leaner 2008 profile compared to the 2007 which I found too heavy and rich. Drinks well now but will keep and probably improve from here. No rush.
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Translucent red with some bricking. Not terribly complex, but very enjoyable. Notes of cherry, minerals and red licorice. Taut and structured on the palate. This has to structure to maintain this level for some time. Decanted 1.5 hours before consuming.
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11/23/2021 - dannyg Likes this wine: 90 Points
Light and ready to drink. Would not keep it longer.
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4/29/2020 - Mascarello59 Likes this wine: 91 Points
Very enjoyable Barolo but without the traditional markers. kDark fruit and some undergrowth mature notes on the nose. Well balanced, maybe a bit oaky (?) impression and warm finish. The tannins had softened considerably, though. I quite like the leaner 2008 profile compared to the 2007 which I found too heavy and rich.
Drinks well now but will keep and probably improve from here. No rush.
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1/16/2019 - bubbachumps wrote: 91 Points
Translucent red with some bricking. Not terribly complex, but very enjoyable. Notes of cherry, minerals and red licorice. Taut and structured on the palate. This has to structure to maintain this level for some time. Decanted 1.5 hours before consuming.
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7/10/2014 - svpandae wrote:
Very good, but a bit light on its feet for what I was expecting. Potential to improve with time.
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1/27/2014 - Burgundy Al wrote: 90 Points
Giovanni Rosso Tasting (Knightsbridge - Northbrook IL): Tasting, brief note. Big fruit with equivalent structure. Similar to the 2007 La Serra, just less interesting or complex. Still quite powerful.
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