The 2005 Barolo is simply beautiful. Sweet layers of dark fruit meld into new leather, spices, plums and licorice in this medium-bodied Barolo. The wine possesses notable balance in an approachable, harmonious style. This is an overachieving wine from Azelia in 2005 at this level, and is highly recommended. In 2005 the Barolo is mostly Serralunga fruit. Anticipated maturity: 2010-2017. Azelia remains one of my favorite under-the-radar producers in Piedmont. Proprietor Luigi Scavino fashions gorgeous wines from his vineyards in Castiglione Falletto and Serralunga. 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

Wonderful aromas of ripe berries and spices, such as nutmeg. Full-bodied, with chewy, polished tannins, layers of fruit and hints of new wood. Balanced and complex. Best after 2012. 980 cases made, 580 cases imported.??–JS??Region: Italy / Piedmont / Barolo Select to Add