From K and L's Italian wine club. This wine received 2 glasses from Gambero Rosso. This wine is the antithesis of a fruit bomb. There is lots of earth (bordering on manure actually--this wine toes the border skillfully), smoke, cinnamon, and roses. It's got a fair amount of tannin, but is perfectly drinkable and is well balanced. I imagine that this is what a lot of Nebbiolo based wines must have tasted like prior to the "quality revolution" and Parkerization of Italy. Interestingly enough this winery was started in 1995...go figure. Although not as immediately enjoyable as the 04 Barolos I've had, I enjoyed this wine because of it's savory characteristics and anti-fruit bomb style. 18$, but out of stock now. B+
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