1997 Barolo Percristina
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The 2004 Barolo Percristina is a bit more resolved than the Ciabot, yet, it, too, packs a serious punch. At the same time, the differences in pedigree between Ginestra and Mosconi are now quite evident as these two wines have taken slightly divergent paths. The Percristina is more marked by French oak, so the fruit is a bit less fresh and the wine is ever so slightly more evolved. In any other context, the 2004 Percristina would be dazzling. Here, it does play second fiddle, but not by much. A blast of mocha, raspberry jam, cinnamon and dried flowers hits the palate on the explosive finish. (AG)
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Clerico's 1997 Barolo Mosconi Per Cristina Riserva (named after his daughter who, tragically, died at the age of seven) is tannic and backward. A dense ruby/purple color is followed by aromas of new saddle leather, licorice, black cherries, and the tell-tale rose petals. Closed aromatically, with huge flavors, copious glycerin, as well as abundant tannin, this full-bodied, loaded 1997 requires an additional 5-6 years of cellaring. Anticipated maturity: 2007-2030. A Marc de Grazia Selection, various American importers, including Michael Skurnik, Syosset, NY; tel. (516) 677-9300, Vin Divino, Chicago, IL; tel. (773) 334-6700, and Estate Wines, Ltd., San Rafael, CA; tel. (415) 492-9411