The 2000 Barolo Marenca, the only offering on the market from this superb vineyard, is the richest and most important of the four, powerful and sweet in aroma with warm and penetrating notes of licorice, tar, and dried roses, a meaty, large-framed palate, and plush, firm tannins on its long and lingering finish. Drink: 2005-2020. A Marc de Grazia Selection, various American importers, including Michael Skurnik, Syosset, NY; tel. (516) 677-9300, Vin Divino, Chicago, IL; tel. (773) 334-6700, and Estate Wines, Ltd., San Rafael, CA; tel. (415) 492-9411

Very clean and focused, with plum, spice and mineral character. Medium- to full-bodied, with fine tannins and a silky finish. Best after 2008. 850 cases made, 500 cases imported.??–JS??Region: Italy / Piedmont / Barolo Select to Add