The 2009 Langhe Nebbiolo is naturally plumper and juicier than the 2010, most of which is a function of the vintage. This is a decidedly juicy, caressing Nebbiolo with silky tannins, striking perfume and exceptional overall balance. Anticipated maturity: 2012-2016. The Langhe Nebbiolo is made predominantly from a parcel in Ovello that yields slightly bigger and juicier grapes, plus the second selection of fruit from the estate’s other vineyards. It sees a shorter period of contact with the skins and is made in a style that emphasizes fruit. This range from Cantina del Pino and proprietor Renato Vacca is one of the most impressive I tasted this year. Every wine from this small cellar in the center of Barbaresco is fabulous. I can’t say enough good things about Cantina del Pino. I never turn down a chance to drink these wines, as they are exceptional. The Barbareschi see long, submerged cap macerations that last up to a month. The wines are aged for one year in 225/228 liter French oak barrels and a second year in cask. The 2007 harvest was finished by late September, a good 10 days earlier than 2008. Importers: Artisan Wine, Norwalk, CT; tel. (203) 866-4552; Cavatappi Distribution, Seattle, WA; tel. (206) 282-5226; Diamond Wine Merchants, Oakland, CA; tel. (510) 567-9897; Ideal Wine and Spirit Company Inc., Medford, MA; tel. (781) 395-3300