The 1995 Barolo Lazzarito exhibits a moderately intense nose of cranberries, cherries, dried herbs, smoke, and earth. It is compressed in the mouth, displaying high levels of astringent tannin. Although it will drink well for 7-8 years, the wine lacks the concentration to stand up to its structure. Importer: Franklin Selections, Annapolis Junction, MD; tel. (410) 880-4790

This extreme "modernist" style of Barolo, pumped up in the toasted oak department, is packed with mocha and roasted coffee bean character. Delivers ripe fruit and a full mouthfeel accented by dark chocolate on the smoky, delectably supple finish. Drink now through 2005.??–PM??Region: Italy / Piedmont / Barolo Select to Add