This compact and lean Barolo Riserva opens with a light but luminous ruby color with amber highlights. The aromas here are elegant and ethereal with loads of menthol, balsam and root beer-like overtones. In the mouth, this is a particularly polished and silky wine. ——M.L.(12/1/2010)—— 89

The 2001 Barolo Riserva Arione Sori dell’ Ulivo comes across as hard and unyielding, with little in the way of generosity. From time to time the fruit struggles to emerge, but ultimately the massive tannins prove to be overpowering. Anticipated maturity: 2012-2016. Importer: Wine 4 All, New York, NY; tel. (646) 278-5660