The 2007 Barolo is a gorgeous wine. An expressive, open-knit bouquet leads to ripe red fruit in a soft, mid-weight Barolo. This is a relatively feminine, approachable Barolo from Serralunga that should drink nicely right out of the gate. It is an excellent restaurant wine, but I don’t exclude the possibility of it surprising on the upside in a few years’ time. Anticipated maturity: 2011-2019. This is a fabulous set of Baroli from brothers Roberto and Franco Massolino. The wines capture the essence of the vintage – while not being excessively marked by the year – in the house’s classic, firm style. Alcoholic and malolactic fermentations are done in cement and the wines are aged exclusively in large, neutral casks. Importer: Domaine Select, New York, NY; tel. (212) 279-0799

Smooth and rich, featuring cherry, raspberry, licorice and tobacco notes. Offers a dense tapestry of fruit and spice, balanced with a solid structure. The finish rings long and spicy, with a lingering freshness. Best from 2015 through 2032.??–BS??Region: Italy / Piedmont / Barolo Select to Add