Grasso’s 2005 Barolo Bricco Luciani is a pretty, feminine Barolo. Floral, perfumed aromas meld together beautifully with detailed notes of small red fruits. In keeping with the style of the vintage, this is a decidedly smaller-scaled version of this wine, but the balance and sheer class here is impeccable. Anticipated maturity: 2011-2020. 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

Shows fabulous aromas of milk chocolate, berries and cherry. Full-bodied, with refined tannins and fresh acidity. Long and caressing. Best after 2011. 500 cases made, 250 cases imported.??–JS??Region: Italy / Piedmont / Barolo Select to Add

Classic aromas and flavours, very well structured, with a long finish.

This Bricco Luciani expression of Nebbiolo shows pretty berry nuances that are woven carefully between mesquite, cola, spice and white pepper. There’s personality and dimension here and the wine tastes particularly bright and vibrant in the mouth. You could pair this Barolo with quail or Cornish hen.——M.L.(2/1/2010)—— 92