2001 Barbaresco Ovello
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The estate's 2001 Barbaresco Ovello concludes this very strong showing. It displays a dark ruby color along with extraordinary purity in its vibrant licorice, black cherry and toasted oak flavors, with much finesse, persistence on the palate and terrific underlying structure. A lovely lingering balsamic note frames the sublime finish. A great effort.
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Stephen Tanzer, Vinous
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The estate’s 2001 Barbaresco Ovello concludes this very strong showing. It displays a dark ruby color along with extraordinary purity in its vibrant licorice, black cherry and toasted oak flavors, with much finesse, persistence on the palate and terrific underlying structure. A lovely lingering balsamic note frames the sublime finish. A great effort. Anticipated maturity: 2008-2018. Various American importers including Artisan Wine, Norwalk, CT; tel. (203) 866-4552; Ideal Wine and Spirit Company Inc., Medford, MA; tel. (781) 395-3300; Diamond Wine Merchants, Oakland, CA; tel. (510) 567-9897; Cavatappi Distribution, Seattle, WA; tel. (206) 282-5226
Medium red. Smoky aromas of redcurrant, tar and meat, with a liqueur-like quality. Smooth, sweet and expressive if a bit chunky and lacking in definition. Flavors lifted by a floral nuance. Finishes with slightly dry tannins and good but not outstanding length. (Ideal Wines, Medford MA ; Diamond Wine Merchants, Emeryville CA ; Cavatappi Distribution, Seattle WA