Fresh and plump, with juicy flavors of cherry, raspberry, licorice, menthol and oak spice. The oak doesn't intrude, and this ends with an aftertaste of black cherry, tar and mineral notes. Best from 2014 through 2027. 6,000 cases made, 1,000 cases imported.??–BS??Region: Italy / Piedmont / Barolo Select to Add

There’s a succulent, sweet element here that resembles Christmas spice or cinnamon roll. Behind that curtain of spice, concentration and intensity are elegant tones of black licorice, cassis, plum and toasted nut. Try this wine with honey-roasted ham embedded with clove. ——M.L.(9/1/2011)—— 90