2007 Barolo
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Savoury and herbal with the fruit still in hiding. The acidity looks almost a little tart because the fruit is still so subdued. Richly tannic finish. (WS)
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Jancis Robinson MW
Walter Speller, jancisrobinson.com
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Very slightly cooked nose. Voluminous in the mouth, with lots of balancing acidity. A very satisfying whole though yeoman rather than aristo. Tar triumphs over roses here. (JR)
Moderately saturated medium red. Sexy red cherry and cinnamon aromas. Sweet and silky, with nicely integrated acidity framing the cherry, raspberry and tobacco flavors. Finishes with a fine dusting of tannins.
The 2007 Barolo captures the warm, open personality of the vintage in its floral, perfumed fruit. A long, polished finish rounds things out nicely. The 2007 is a touch less exciting and complete than some previous years, but is absolutely delicious today and a great choice for near-term drinking.