Slightly amber tone to the ruby red color. Aromas of dried flowers, plums and peaches follow through to a medium body, with firm yet fine-grained tannins. Fresh and vivid at the end. Needs four or five years to soften. Drink after 2026.

A sleek, elegant red, with core strawberry and cherry flavors accented by earth, tar and eucalyptus. Solidly built, with dense tannins and lively acidity all fitting into a linear frame. Best from 2026 through 2043. 250 cases made, 100 cases imported.??–BS??Region: Italy / Piedmont / Barolo Select to Add

This is spicy, its cherry, raspberry and floral notes shaded by vanilla, charred oak and tar accents. There is also a raisiny element, yet overall, this red feels balanced and there is ample fruit to offset the assertive tannins. Best from 2023 through 2039. 250 cases made, 100 cases imported.??–BS??Region: Italy / Piedmont / Barolo Select to Add

A tightly coiled, linear red, with cherry, berry, leather and spice flavors etched on the steely structure. Shows terrific freshness and drive, ending with a long cascade of fruit, spice and tannins. Best from 2018 through 2032. 208 cases made.??–BS??Region: Italy / Piedmont / Barolo Select to Add

Aged two years in French oak, the 2010 Barolo Giachini bursts open with showy and super modern aromas of chocolate, toasted almond and cinnamon spice that wrap opulently over the palate. It shows a fantastic level of inner momentum that carries it gracefully, but resolutely over the palate. This is the proverbial Type-A personality Barolo. The texture is infinitely soft and supple for Nebbiolo standards. Barolo Giachini is already ready to pair now with a succulent lamb chop. Drink: 2015-2025. Importer: De Grazia Imports, www.marcdegrazia.com