The 2006 Barolo Enrico VI presents a more typical profile of the Villero vineyard in its wild cherries, mint, menthol, resin and sweet spices. Here the fruit is beautifully layered all the way through to the textured, precise finish. The 2006 is far less rewarding today than the 2007, but more in line with the level great wines from this site can reach. Anticipated maturity: 2014-2031.
Cordero di Montezemolo is one of the few estates where the 2006s are more interesting than the 2007s, with the exception of the entry-level Barolo Monfalleto.
Various American importers, including: Omniwines Distributing Co. LLC, Linden Hill, NY; tel. (718) 353-8700, Wine WareHouse, City of Commerce, CA; tel. (323) 724-1700; Bertin Henri Selections, 10900 NW 21st St, Unit 180, Doral, FL 33172; tel: (305) 343-4054