The 2009 Barbaresco Rocche Meruzzano is a little more immediate than the Montersino. Plums, juicy dark berries, spices, flowers and licorice emerge over time. The wine loses some persistence on the finish, which exposes the tannins a bit, leaving an impression of austerity. Anticipated maturity: 2014-2021.
Importer: Vera Food & Wine, Springfield, NJ; tel. (973) 912-0274