The 1999 Barolo Bricco Luciani, as is the norm here, is the most complete wine in the line. A dark garnet, spicy and expansive and with abundant licorice and smoke, it is very ample and dense, important in its size and depth, ripe in flavor and supple in texture, with an extra concentration that fills out the structure. Anticipated maturity: 2005-2018. 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

Attractive plum and blackberry character with a hint of spices. Medium-bodied, with fine tannins and a clean, fruity finish. Lacks a bit of concentration but very good. Best after 2006. 500 cases made.??–JS??Region: Italy / Piedmont / Barolo Select to Add