The 2008 Barolo Riva del Bric shows the pretty, understated side of Nebbiolo and the Ginestra vineyard. Sweet tobacco, crushed flowers, herbs, plums and licorice are all woven together in this attractive, medium-bodied wine. The 2008 won’t be a long-term ager, but it sure is delicious, even today. Floral notes add the final flourish of complexity and character. Riva del Bric is made from the estate’s young vineyards in Ginestra. Anticipated maturity: 2014-2022.
A Marc de Grazia Selection, various American importers, including: de Grazia Imports; tel. (417) 732-4200; Skurnik Wines, Syosset, NY; tel. (516) 677-9300; Estate Wines Ltd., San Rafael, CA; tel. (415) 492-9411; Robert Houde Wines, Elk Grove Village, IL; tel. (847) 430-3887