The 2008 Barolo Parej comes across as a little light in this vintage. There is lovely purity to the fruit, but not the richness, power or pure sensuality that has been common in this wine over the last few years. This small-scaled Barolo is best enjoyed sooner rather than later. Anticipated maturity: 2012-2018. Importer: Vinifera Imports, Ronkonkoma, NY; tel. (631) 467-5907

A kiss of oak surrounds the cherry and blueberry flavors in this supple red. The structure is there, with the tannins in balance on the finish. This should come around sooner than most '08s. Best from 2015 through 2029. 800 cases made, 350 cases imported.??–BS??Region: Italy / Piedmont / Barolo Select to Add