The 2012 Barolo Cannubi shows a dark and sophisticated personality. Thanks to its sandy soils, Cannubi is often one of the first vineyard crus in the Barolo appellation to ripen. Fruit reached maturity even faster in the hot 2012 vintage. This can be difficult for the delicate Nebbiolo grape to handle, but this wine has evidently been guided by an expert farmer's hand. Its appearance is thick and darkly concentrated, and the aromas are pronounced but balanced. Dark cherry and blackberry segue to spice, tar, tobacco and black licorice.