The 2009 Barolo Bricco Luciani shows similar silkiness and smoothness to the tannins. This vineyard-selection delivers a confident and bold quality of fruit that, again, suggests a wine that is better enjoyed sooner rather than later. Its best qualities are the delicately feminine tones of mineral and blue flower that peer quietly from behind dark cherry, plum, tobacco and bacon fat. Anticipated maturity: 2016-2030. Silvio Grasso offers an impressive collection of vineyard-designate Barolos in 2009. Importer: De Grazia Imports, Republic; MO; tel. (417) 732-1668

Shows plenty of cherry and raspberry flavors, but remains tight and firmly tannic, finding balance on the finish, with an aftertaste of sweet fruit and spice. Best from 2016 through 2030. 500 cases made, 350 cases imported.??–BS??Region: Italy / Piedmont / Barolo Select to Add